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Mantra and Mala
Life is the Ātmā within all beings, seen through the Self.Humans consume life, yet must understand this act distances them from the supreme. Feeling pain teaches non-violence. To approach God requires immense time and grace; unintentional harm may be forgiven, but intentional killing bars the path. … read more »
The way to God
The essence of spiritual life is Satsa g and recognizing the inner Guru.Religious identity is temporary, but the Ātmā within all beings is eternal. This essence is like an ocean, with individuals as drops from it. In this age, humility and goodness lead to the supreme reality, while … read more »
Pilgrimage to Himalaya 2018
The pilgrimage follows the path of the Pāṇḍavas toward heaven, beginning from Badrinath.The rivers Alaka and Nanda join at Manā to form the Alaknandā. The landscape holds the story of Arjuna's bow, where water sprang for Yudhiṣṭhira. The route passes Sahasradhara and Cakra Tīrtha, where each Pāṇḍava but … read more »
Pilgrimage to Himalaya 2017
Badrinath is a sacred pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Viṣṇu.It is described in scriptures as a place of meditation and liberation. Pilgrims first bathe in a hot spring before entering the temple for ceremonies. Nearby is the village of Mana and the cave of Ved … read more »
We need purity in our minds and souls
We live in two ways: our worldly life and our spiritual life.The spiritual seed within grows continuously. We are all searching for God, who is in everyone and every creature, even a mosquito. All life is God, including the elements like water. A single drop of water … read more »
The wish-tree Puja
A ceremony invokes peace and blessings for all existence.The divine mother is the fundamental creator. Invocations call for peace in the celestial realms, the earth, the dawn, the plants, and for all beings. Practical instructions are given amidst these blessings. The act of fetching … read more »
Be peaceful and harmonious
The oneness of all life is the fundamental reality.All beings are interconnected. The divine essence is singular, whether called God, Brahman, or another name. This unity is observed in nature. Animals, from large herds to tiny ants, live in harmony and community. Humans possess … read more »
Water Is Life
Water is divine essence and life itself.Where water exists, divinity is present. It constitutes our physical form and emotional expressions, like tears of sorrow or joy. Without water, the body fails and disease follows. It flows within our nerves and blood. The … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
The yogic sleep of the realized being is a state of wakeful awareness.In that sleep, one knows wakefulness and makes the night bright as day. The senses are withdrawn yet perceiving, unattached like a white lotus in muddy water. One abides in the self, radiant on the throne … read more »
Body and intellect
The body is our most important instrument, yet we must understand what it serves.We possess a body but are not the body itself. This possession creates attachment, which is not inherently negative but becomes a burden when it causes suffering. The body is a fragile instrument governed by the … read more »
Try to be nirmohi
The Earth suffers from human exploitation, and our food has been destroyed by the loss of natural seeds and chemical pollution.We have dug coal, diverted water, and injected chemicals, making the mother suffer. Seeds that once lasted for generations now must be bought anew, and our vegetables are tasteless and dangerous. Educated people have ruined everything. … read more »
The forms of God
The journey of the jīva and the nature of the divine is explored.Living beings exist only to consume and be consumed, trapped in a cycle. Humans initially lacked knowledge, living like animals until divine revelation provided guidance. Though divine figures like Rāma and Kṛṣṇa appeared, many fail to … read more »
Clear your mind
To change the world, you must first change yourself.Look within to see your anger, hatred, love, and devotion. Change comes through sitting with a guru, meditating, praying, and asking for forgiveness. The guru forgives and guides you to the Supreme Self. Do not blame … read more »
Atma resides in all creatures
The soul's journey is from individuality to unity with the divine.Our tradition sees all with love. Historical forces, from Muslim rulers to the British, have tested this unity, yet the essence remains. God is not present in only one place; God is omnipresent. The soul enters … read more »
Cornerstone ceremony for Bharat Mata Mandir
Dharma and the protection of the cow are our shared duty.The tradition and divine knowledge have been given. People were told not to have more than two children, which caused great sorrow. The cow, the mother of all beings, is now being slaughtered, bringing pain to … read more »
Proper exercise is important to us
Evening satsang from Jadan Ashram, Rajsthan, India.Two things are important in our lives. What we eat and what we breathe. Yoga in Daily Life are practiced all over the world. Sarva Hitta asanas are good for everyone. Proper exercise is as important … read more »
Let me come to You
The science of connection is a real, transmissible technique beyond ordinary thought.Ancient seers mastered direct communication without instruments, a capacity inherent in all beings for good or ill. Modern learning is left behind at death, but this yogic science travels with the soul. Our mortal body contains … read more »
Guru is eternal
The Guru principle is eternal, transcending the cyclical divine play of Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva.These deities change and serve each other across ages, but the Guru's seat, the Gāḍī, remains. This seat is not the individual but the eternal principle they temporarily represent. Humans originate from the Saptaṛṣis, creating lineages … read more »
Come here to practice yoga
The ashram's sanctity is preserved by its pure elements and dedicated practice.This land receives only divine water, ensuring the air, fruits, and vegetation remain uncontaminated and wholesome. It is a place for meditation, exercise, and walking among holy trees. One should visit often to partake in this … read more »
Bhajan singing from Jadan Ashram
The yogi's sleep is a state of yogic consciousness where wakefulness is known within sleep, and day is known within night.It is a sleep without support, upon a white stone slab. In that sleep, one knows the day within the night. It is a sleep of knowledge, leading to the state of Nirvana. Through this practice, … read more »
Morning Invocations and Guest Arrangements
Morning invocations are offered, and guest arrangements are clarified.The invocations honor the divine. Alakhpurījī is invoked. Bhagavān is hailed. Svāmī Madhavānandajī is remembered. The sattvic guru is honored. Viśvaguru Paramahaṁsa Maheśvarānandajī is praised. Gurudeva is victorious. A message follows. Swamiji is not coming. He … read more »
Become one with yourself
The universal sound of bhajan originates from the navel, or nābhi.This sound is not exclusive to humans. Birds produce beautiful voices akin to bhajans, especially in peaceful ashrams. Animals like cows and buffaloes express inner happiness through their sounds. Fish in the ocean and deep lakes … read more »
We are that drops
The teaching focuses on karma yoga, universal compassion, and the soul’s journey.Karma yoga stands as the highest path. Selfless service, or seva, brings peace, harmony, and understanding. Even an ant must not be harmed. On scorching days, food and water are offered to ants with care, using … read more »
Spirituality in the heart
Our heart is a well of giving that must flow to remain pure.We are born from and abide within a vast spiritual ocean. Knowing "I am" and feeling God within, we are here not to sit idly but to help others. Helping flows from the heart, generating more … read more »
Practising asanas concentration and bhramari pranayama
A guided practice integrating physical posture, energetic seal, and meditative awareness.Begin standing with feet together, then apart. Execute movements with the arms and gaze to each side, synchronizing with breath. If necessary, one may sit. Kneel, placing one leg forward, fixing the gaze on a single … read more »
Practising bhramari pranayama
A guided practice for hemispheric balance through breath and focused attention.Sit straight and concentrate. Use both index fingers at the ears. Keep elbows aligned. Bite the teeth evenly to hear the sound from both sides. Control the teeth to engage both hemispheres. Perform the breath cycles … read more »
The master and his disciple are one
The light of the Guru is the supreme reality.The divine lineage embodies this light. A disciple's journey involves initial confusion and resistance to the Guru's guidance. Through persistent devotion and surrender, grace is received, often in moments of deep meditation or on sacred occasions. … read more »
Auspicious Arrival
Today is an auspicious day for blessings and academic honors.First-year students are being honored, and third-year students are graduating. All gather to study the great scriptures together. Progress is made under shared leadership. This collective advancement fosters well-being. Such well-being persists even amidst adversity. The … read more »
Donate to handicapped people if you can
A grand ceremony is planned at the ancient Ālakpurījī temple.The temple, though once small, has grown and requires renewal. A beautiful chariot will bring a revered elder for the disciples. Many will participate in a slow procession with kalaśas and bhajans. All saṃnyāsīs are invited … read more »
In your body is God inside
A new consciousness is dawning through veganism and spiritual unity.Ālakpurījī's presence is growing worldwide, not just in India, like a seed becoming a beautiful flower. Many are realizing the divine within without formal yoga. A global shift is occurring: young people are adopting veganism, understanding … read more »
The real yoga nidra
The essence of Yoga Nidrā is a true yogic practice, not mere sleep or relaxation.Common understanding is incomplete. The real practice requires inward focus and disciplined sādhana on a single, straight path. Many practitioners are scattered, beating the sand for a snake that is not there. Animals and birds remain … read more »
We need peace in the whole world
Peace is the essential state and practice.The word "Śāntiḥ" encompasses perfect happiness and is invoked to conclude prayers. The world desperately needs this peace. Our practice and mantras are good and must be shared. Life is like a flame sustained by energy; … read more »
A Call for Oneness and Earthly Stewardship
We must awaken to oneness and become stewards of Earth.Our spiritual work is for all, transcending gender, moving into unity. We have destroyed much and must restore the earth, our second mother, who now cries. Chemical pollution affects every creature and leads to our conflict … read more »
Morning practice from Salzburg
Yoga practice integrates physical postures with mindful awareness.Begin with toe movements and leg stretches. Perform the full butterfly posture, bringing soles together and bending forward. Alternate leg stretches while keeping the opposite leg straight. Practice repetitions consistently, ideally in the early morning. Maintain … read more »
Just be humble and give
Humanity has lost its connection with Mother Earth, creating suffering and destruction.Humans possess great intelligence and spirituality, yet this development has led to harming the planet and each other. Modern advancements, while impressive, often involve chemicals and practices that spoil the natural world and human health. The … read more »
Shivaratri Satsang with H.H. Vishwaguruji
from Vienna, Austria
Shivaratri Satsang with Vishwaguruji
We are the essence of Śiva, Śakti, and the Guru.From primordial space emerged three elements: space, air, and fire, associated with Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva. Śiva and Śakti are one unified power, with Śakti as the dynamic force and Śiva as the conscious principle, manifesting … read more »
When the heart is open
The heart's call for spiritual communion is the essence of satsa g.All beings, from birds to humans, instinctively seek the company of their kind. This gathering fulfills a deep inner need that solitary practice cannot. People travel great distances to sit in an ashram's atmosphere, not merely … read more »
We can't judge anybody good or bad
Great yogīs and ṛṣis exist, unseen in mountains and caves.Their profound state is beyond ordinary comprehension. The true essence is Guru's grace alone. Many claim greatness, but the authentic one does not proclaim it. The ultimate gurus are the divine principles of Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and … read more »
Concentration is the path towards God
The mala is a path to inner concentration and oneness.Sit comfortably and hold the mala near your chest. Closing the eyes is difficult as the mind scatters externally. True concentration, sustained within, is the path to God. The mala's beads move on a single thread, … read more »
Feel the divine sounds of bhajans in your heart
Satya Sanātana Dharma reveals the truth uniting all within and without.Satsa g is gathering in truth: Sat is truth, Sa g is togetherness first within oneself. Every spoken word, thought, and feeling contains Sat. When one person embodies truth, it returns multiplied and fills all. In … read more »
Purify yourself inside and out
The Satguru Chalīsā offers pure words that purify the heart and world.These verses cleanse impurities from thought, word, and deed. Purification is a simple, universal process. Physical cleansing practices, like nasal irrigation with neti in the morning, protect the lungs from disease. Similarly, traditional methods for cleaning … read more »
You are like bees
The eternal essence, the Ātmā, is the singular sweetness within all existence.The divine flow of grace manifests through many forms, yet the source is one. Just as a single father and mother give rise to many children, the one truth expresses itself through many gurus and disciples … read more »
Purity is important in every level
Knowledge is a seed within, requiring daily cultivation through sacred texts and pure living.Sacred texts like the Śiva Purāṇa and Bhagavad Gītā contain immense knowledge. A small daily reading plants this seed within, which grows into understanding. This knowledge reveals our inherent unity and divinity. True practice extends beyond … read more »
The Living God Within: Teachings on Life, Devotion, and Self-Care
The living God is within all beings, recognized through yoga, devotion, and self-care.Yoga's spread across Europe brings divine presence through Alakhpurījī and Mahāprabhujī. Seeing Alakhpurījī unifies the seer with him. God is a living reality, not merely a historical name. The living God permeates the five elements; if … read more »
Relaxation and Bari Khatu Pranam
The practice is to realize oneself as the bliss of Ānanda.Begin by lying down and relaxing the entire body completely. Systematically feel and release each part, from the toes to the head. This state of deep relaxation and awareness is Ānanda Āsana. In this posture, one … read more »
The sounds of the bhajans are the light of God
This is a call to inner awakening and universal peace.The present time demands alertness. Recent years brought negative air and events, mostly caused by humans. Humans must help each other return to a healthy, happy life. Some abandoned religion and meditation, thinking we are beyond. … read more »
Practising led by Vishwaguruji
A guided practice integrates physical postures with meditation focused on the navel center, or nābhi.Begin with physical stretches to prepare the body and mind. Raise the hands and legs, coordinating movement with breath. A teacher may demonstrate the sequence for clarity. The postures aim to create relaxation and bodily awareness. … read more »
How shall we go further?
The teaching reveals the path to unity and the soul’s divine joy.All humans are brothers and sisters, beyond religion, country, or language. The body is temporary; at death, it returns to dust. Money, thoughts, feelings—none accompany the soul. The soul, the ātmā, is one essence. According to … read more »
Practicing with Vishwaguruji
The practice of Sarvahitā Āsana and relaxation brings health and peace.Lie on your back and relax your whole body. Bring relaxation to each part of the head. Raise your head slightly, then place your hands above your head and stretch your toes. Bring your hands back … read more »