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The Forms of the Divine
Divine reality manifests in formless and formed aspects.The formless, Nirākāra, is the unseen absolute. The formed, Sākāra, is God appearing in a tangible shape, like a statue or a human body, to be worshipped. All such divine incarnations endure suffering. Humans constitute a … read more »
The Play of Coming and Going: Reflections on Life, Guru, and the Inner Journey
Life is a confrontation with our emotions, which must be controlled by understanding, or else we suffer.The world is a transient play of coming and going; we arrive and depart alone, accompanied only by our karma and the inner light of the Guru. This earthly plane is for fulfilling duty through selfless … read more »
The Sole Necessity of Guru's Grace
Guru's grace is the sole reality.Without it, nothing is possible. All life exists within a web of interconnected grace. Parents give life and inherent blessings. The community, village, and even street animals provide protection and sustenance, reflecting divine care. This interconnected … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky, Czech Republic.Practising asanas, pranayama, meditation, ashwini mudra and AUM chanting.
The Hidden Powers in Humans
A sāttvic lifestyle and spiritual practice confer protection and reveal inner potential.During global restrictions, practitioners maintained vegetarian diets, avoided alcohol, and engaged in spiritual practice. Inquiries across many countries revealed a very low incidence of serious illness, attributed to this sāttvic living. The vibration of sacred hymns, … read more »
What is destiny?
The nature of divine fortune, or kiśmat, and the company of the truth, or satsa g, are examined through life's varied experiences.Prayers and rituals exist across many religions, each with their own forms, like a Christian tilak given once a year. Kiśmat is that divine luck governing outcomes, from avoiding an accident to finding a good spouse. … read more »
Practice from Strilky
A guided practice integrating physical postures, breath, and subtle energy awareness.Begin by feeling the entire body relaxed from toes to head. Perform gentle stretches coordinating movement with inhalation and exhalation, focusing on the heart center. Practice rolling motions to warm the back while holding the knees. … read more »
Sakar and nirakar
Consciousness is unbroken and present everywhere, pervading all beings and things.We repeatedly gather to connect with this source, receiving subtle guidance and blessings beyond verbal instruction. The practices shared here are a rare grace, often requiring lifetimes to access. A story illustrates this seeking: a ferryman, … read more »
Our fate can always change
Observing the subtle body reveals the flow of destiny.You must learn this powerful spiritual practice for the foot soles and palms. Over years, it changes your life. The constellation connected to our palms and foot soles shows where things are going and coming from. … read more »
Give everything, so not to hold
The path of spiritual training is arduous and requires total surrender to the guru's discipline.True bhajans from saints are profound, not mere entertainment. Spiritual wealth, unlike material possessions, cannot be stolen. A guru tests disciples through deprivation and instruction, like withholding desired fruit to teach deeper satisfaction. The journey is … read more »
We should be worthy to be a human
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.God gave spirituality to humans. There is God in the water, earth, air and food also. All creatures got their life from God. The story of Buddha, who dedicated his life to God. The story of … read more »
Bhajan evening in Strilky Ashram
The resonance of true company transforms one's nature.How does iron become gold through mere contact? It is the alchemy of association. A worthy companion bestows fruit without causing entanglement. How does the sacred Ganga water blend? It is the nature of purity to … read more »
Bhajan evening in Strilky Ashram
The spiritual path is obscured by illusion and mental confusion.Worldly sorrows and sin cause the mind to tremble, requiring divine salvation. The practice of yoga is itself declared a dreamlike illusion, a confusion born from a fundamental error. One who is attached to mere words … read more »
Live your days spiritually
A spiritual day begins with conscious morning practices.Upon waking, affirm your humanity, recognizing this identity prevents harm. Honor both your biological mother and the Earth Mother. Touch water to connect with prāṇa, the life force. Then approach your altar for worship. Respect all … read more »
Suffering makes us strong
The divine descends into suffering to bear the pain of the world.In the difficult age of Kali, all beings endure hardship. Even divine incarnations like Kṛṣṇa and Jesus underwent profound suffering, demonstrating this universal condition. An old man's story illustrates how worldly success fades into loneliness and … read more »
Vajra nadi is the basis of our life
The Vajranāḍī is the iron nerve, the root of all nerves extending from the earth through the spine to the brain.Maintaining its health brings strength and a long, peaceful life. Practitioners historically used wooden soles between toes and knees to control this nerve, a discipline that leads to profound inner understanding. Worshipping the holy feet of … read more »
We should also be clean inside
The essence of sādhanā is to walk the good path through practice, listening, and meditation.Human life is a rare opportunity given by God. The soul has taken many forms across countless lives, yet all beings are fundamentally equal, differing only in manifestation. Just as a single drop and the vast … read more »
Give yoga further!
The time has come for all to become teachers and propagate spiritual health.You have learned and must now teach. Establish yourself as a guide. Universities exist to formalize this knowledge. You are the seeds from a single tree, destined to spread. Teach in villages and cities, making others … read more »
Our uniform is important
Cherish each moment and the fellowship of spiritual practice.Time is profoundly precious; a single second can contain a full life, for the vital force departs and returns in an instant. These days were spent in peaceful, communal spiritual practice, distinct from worldly gatherings. A … read more »
Shiva and Shakti
The essential unity of Śiva and Śakti is the divine model for human relationships, now obscured in the Kali Yuga.This age is marked by darkness and separation, where humanity destroys nature and families break apart. Śiva first existed as a singular, complete being. From his left side, he manifested Śakti, the feminine power. They are … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
The practice begins with organizing the seating and performing Bārikhātu Praṇām.Sit straight in Vajrāsana for the practice. Focus on specific chapters. Prāṇāyāma follows. Sit with a straight back and relaxed shoulders. Inhale and exhale slowly through the nostrils, feeling the breath move from the belly to … read more »
The relation between mother and child
The heart's warmth is the divine love that animates all care and protection.This inner blessing is like a mother's voice speaking within a child. All creatures, from cows to birds, instinctively protect and warm their young. This nurturing impulse points to a deeper, spiritual heart within humans, called … read more »
Relaxation led by Vishwaguruji
A guided relaxation and breath practice begins with complete surrender.Lie down and relax your entire being from head to toe. Feel your body in oneness, like floating on water. Relax the stomach, heart, and every part without conscious effort. Observe the natural breath through the … read more »
Manva Dhire Dhire Cal
Posture affects health, and yoga practice sustains well-being.Sitting incorrectly compresses the stomach, causing it to protrude. Yoga practitioners typically maintain good health and form. Observing extreme physical conditions elsewhere highlights this contrast. The practice brings steadiness. Grace guides the spiritual journey. A seeker … read more »
Practising yoga techniques with Vishwaguruji
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky, Czech Republic.Practising ashwini mudra, bhramari pranayama, AUM chanting and mantra japa. Relaxing in shashanka asana.
Memories and experiences on the yoga path
A spiritual journey unfolds through grace, duty, and unwavering connection to the Master.Returning after twelve difficult years abroad brings profound gratitude. The path began with a mantra initiation decades ago. Guidance came to help establish an ashram, leading to the first yoga class in a home in 1999. … read more »
Practising Asana and Pranayama
Raksha Bandhan - morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Practising asana and pranayama (Ujjayi and Brahmari) with Vishwaguruji.
We can easily destroy our good karma
Spiritual practice requires constant inner work and alignment, not merely external actions.The seat is elevated to see everyone clearly, which also naturally straightens the spine. Hard work on this place continues, though it is borrowed and requires great effort. Projects succeed only when aligned with a higher … read more »
Practice: Raising the Kundalini
Karma Yoga is the highest path, where work itself becomes spiritual practice.The techniques shared are advanced and must be practiced correctly under direct guidance. They should not be taught further by those who are not true masters, as this leads to harm. One must first master a … read more »
Practising wth Vishwaguruji
Aśvinī Mudrā is practiced through a rhythmic contraction and release.Sit with a straight spine, knees resting on the ground, and palms on the knees. Tuck the chin gently toward the chest. The movement is a natural cycle: contract the relevant muscles and then relax, allowing … read more »
We are life itself
Life is sacred and permeates all existence.Spiritual atmosphere is present everywhere through guides and sacred images. The Himalayas and places like Mount Kailāśa hold this essence. The entire Earth is alive; even soil teems with unseen life. Our own body is not … read more »
Roots are different
The supreme principle is non-violence, which is the highest dharma.Anger destroys spiritual progress, like breaking a vessel of water at the doorstep. Life is fragile and can end suddenly. We must purify our heart and mind to avoid rebirth. Spiritual practice requires the Guru's grace. … read more »
Prayer will reach our chakras
The instrument of life must be understood and handled with care, beginning with the study of chakras and kuṇḍalinī from the roots.Any instrument, whether a machine, a horse, or the human body, requires a knowledgeable handler. A horse is a great animal and a friend, sensing fear and responding with care if treated with respect. The human … read more »
Amrit Sagar
The bhajan "The Ocean of Nectar's Light" contains the entire cosmos.Amrit is the nectar of immortality; Sagar means ocean. This ocean is peace, harmony, and love, leading to the cosmic. The bhajan's light is the light of the Atma, the soul. That inner light is everything. … read more »
The basic qualities of our chakras
Hidden powers reside within the human being, mapped through the chakras.The Mūlādhāra Cakra holds karmic destiny and the dormant Kuṇḍalinī Śakti. Life's direction is determined in the Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra, shaped by choosing sādhanā over consumption. Through practice, three powers awaken: prāṇa-śakti, dhāraṇā-śakti, and chaitanya-śakti. These are … read more »
We should overcome fear
The essence of fragrance, or Sugandha, signifies inner purity and the pervasive influence of goodness.A good person, like a fragrance, perfumes their entire surroundings. This principle extends from personal cleanliness and diet to one's spiritual state. What we consume affects our subtle body and even our smell; purity in food … read more »
Spirituality leads you to God
The lineage of spiritual knowledge originates in ancient wisdom, yet its essence is often lost.This knowledge flows from Śiva through sages like Alakpurījī and is preserved in scriptures like the Vedas and Purāṇas. In a purer age, people dedicated themselves to this study and lived accordingly. Over time, this dedication … read more »
Sri Vishwaguruji Jayanti Anniversary
The disciple's love and reverence for the Guru is the supreme offering.The Guru's divine vision manifests tangible and intangible blessings, transforming lives and guiding humanity. A master's unique love is expressed in praising his own disciple, reversing traditional roles. The Guru's grace is the sole means for … read more »
We don't know where we will go
Welcome to a holy place of prayer and protection.You have come from far to this sanctuary. This is a place of purity, without meat or alcohol, sustained by daily prayer. A global disease affects humanity, not the forest creatures. This prompts reflection on our … read more »
Guru is the first
Continue your sādhana for life.Your practice creates waves of energy that expand across the earth. Seva is the greatest practice; it uplifts completely when performed without any sense of "I gave you." Your life follows four stages: student, householder, forest … read more »
Chanting AUM
The practice involves chanting Om from the navel through seven stations to the crown and back.Sit straight and perform the mantra five times. The sound originates from the navel and travels upward. Learn to feel this internal journey. The sound should also be perceived in the nostrils and ears. Regular practice … read more »
Sri Devpuriji Mahasamadhi Anniversary
The eternal spiritual lineage descends from Śiva through great beings across the ages.This lineage flows through generations. Great yogis and ṛṣis performed intense tapasyā, often in places like the Himalayas. They transcended physical limitations, achieving an astral existence or mokṣa, remaining as unseen protectors. Human civilization has evolved … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
A simple morning practice integrates breath, movement, and awareness.Begin by lying or sitting comfortably. Breathe in equally through both nostrils from the abdomen and exhale gently through the mouth. Synchronize breath with movement: inhale while stretching toes and fingers, exhale while releasing them. Perform … read more »
Try to open your heart
We are gathered in the peaceful nest of this ashram, relaxed and united.Birds are happy every day, while human happiness is often fleeting, like the temporary peace of Christmas. We create our own unhappiness through poor communication and small, selfish habits within relationships. A story illustrates this: a … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Practising relaxation and pranayama technics with Vishwaguruji.
Spirituality is without meat and alcohol
Milk is a primary source of prāṇa, essential for health.It comes from mothers—human, cow, buffalo, goat, or camel. From milk comes yogurt, then butter, then ghee, the essence that nourishes the body. The quality of the milk depends on the animal's health and feed; pure … read more »
How to teach Yoga in Daily Life?
Yoga must progress step by step from physical practice to spiritual understanding.Practicing only physical movement is insufficient, yet without movement, health suffers. Beginners should not be mixed with advanced students, just as kindergarten is separate from primary school. A structured, step-by-step system is essential. Yoga leads to … read more »
How did creation begin?
Yoga is the vast unity of all existence, encompassing every path and every life.You arrive not tired, for this spiritual atmosphere provides energy. We gather from different paths, becoming one in purpose to advance our spirituality day by day. Yoga is not merely physical practice; it is the unity … read more »
Guru brings us to the liberation
The spiritual power of early morning is essential for health and liberation.Waking before sunrise is a profound spiritual practice. Great beings advise against eating after sunset and emphasize rising before the sun. The predawn humidity on grass is considered Amṛta, a sustaining nectar. Walking barefoot on this … read more »