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What is the distance between Earth and sky?
Awakening is the first step to yoga, beginning with humility and respect.Upon waking, a light opens in the heart, bringing knowledge to the brain, making us aware. This awakening recognizes "I am human," an awareness shared by all creatures. The next acknowledgments are to God, then to … read more »
Practicing Bari Khatu Pranam and Sarva hitta asanas
The practice of yoga integrates physical postures, breath, and meditation for holistic well-being, culminating in inner stillness and respect for the tradition.We begin with dynamic practices like the Bārikhāṭu Praṇām to warm the body and improve circulation. The session includes sequential āsanas such as Marjari for spinal flexibility and Daṇḍāsana for strengthening the core and shoulders. Movements … read more »
Without Gurudev we cannot be successful
The soul's eternal search is for the master, the guru, who provides the essential inner knowledge.Yoga has existed since the beginning. The soul comes from the universe, developing practice in the cosmic realm before arriving on earth. Its nature is pre-ordained. Each soul has different inherent tendencies. This soul is searching … read more »
Practicing Sarva hitta asanas
Yoga exists to guide us on the highest path while in the physical body.Different religions and forms of worship are good, but all should lead toward harmony and peace. The ultimate result is known when the individual soul leaves the body. Yoga's practices keep the body healthy and improve … read more »
Practicing Bhari Khatu Pranam
Yoga is the universal movement within all things, from the body to the cosmos.It is not merely postures and breath control; it is the spiritual power within every cell and seed. The entire universe, including the stars and Earth, exists within our own body. The practice of Bārikatu Praṇām … read more »
We are all the same
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Everything is changing in nature in our body and in our mind. The path of yoga will go through nature. All people are equal only difference is male or female. We are different in our feelings … read more »
Guru leads the disciple to liberation
Without the Guru, no work is accomplished.Millions may strive, but none can cross the ocean of worldly existence without that guidance. All beings, from the smallest creature to the greatest, carry the soul within and long for liberation from the cosmic self. … read more »
How should we start our day?
The wealth lies in the vision of the Guru, a treasure of conscious bliss beyond all ritual.This is the core of spiritual practice. All yoga practices aim to elevate human consciousness to a state of universal love. Begin the day by consciously awakening the body upon rising. Honor the earth as a … read more »
Our origin is in God
The human condition is a divine gift, yet we exist in a state of moral ambiguity, believing our actions are good.The soul enters a physical form endowed with five sheaths, or kośas, beginning with the Annamaya Kośa, the physical body composed of elemental energies. All life, across 8.4 million creatures, shares the same essential jīva, or … read more »
We are full of resonance
All paths converge to a single essence.Different masters and gods are like separate drops that ultimately enter the ocean. From that ocean, differentiation arises again, just as water evaporates to form clouds. The purpose is to understand why some return quickly while … read more »
Nothing is forever
The cycle of purification governs all existence.The supreme reality is sound, containing all things. Life presents both fruit and thorns; within every being reside both negative and positive forces. The body is temporary, but the mind and its attachments do not die … read more »
The first sound came from the ocean
The primordial sound, Nāda, is the resonant form of the Absolute.This resonance permeates all existence, originating from the cosmic source. The mother of this world is the ocean, the source of life and this foundational sound. Within all beings are dual principles, male and female, which … read more »
How cosmic energy is functioning in us
The divine sound is the voice in the clouds, heard within the heart and ears.This sound carries the Guru's grace and messages through thunder and lightning, which are principles beyond the material earth. Meditation brings this knowledge inward, connecting the soul to these subtle vibrations. The practice involves the mala, … read more »
Mala leads us to the Cosmic Self
The Mālā symbolizes the universal cycle binding all existence.Each bead contains immense cosmic power, representing all beings. The thread is the cycle of ages and elements, connecting every creature. Breaking this thread scatters the seeds, losing unity. All beings, from humans to mosquitoes, possess … read more »
Mantra and mala are powerful
The mala and mantra are tools to cultivate inner light amidst recurring negativity.Dust accumulates on the heart as ages cycle, requiring constant cleansing. Great beings provide light for all, yet personal practice is essential. In Kali Yuga, darkness approaches; one must generate light through devotion and practice before … read more »
The real friendship
Dīvālī commemorates the return of Bhagavān Rām to Ayodhyā.The celebration originates from that event. When the message of his return came, people traveled great distances. As night fell, villagers lit oil lamps to light the path. They decorated trees with food and hung lights. … read more »
Preparation for Diwali
The divine light of Diwali celebrates the incarnation of Bhagavān Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Mahāprabhujī.Diwali marks the return of Bhagavān Rāma to his kingdom, a day of light signifying a state where darkness cannot exist. All divine incarnations appear for the purpose of protection and liberation. This Diwali also honors … read more »
God Rama and Diwali
The celebration of Diwali marks the divine return of Bhagavān Rāma to his kingdom.This holy time commemorates his arrival after fourteen years of travel. The entire kingdom was filled with light and joy. People lit lamps and offered food along the path. This festival of lights symbolizes that return. … read more »
Bhajans and Diwali celebration
Sound is the inner Self, equal in all.Bhajans and music resonate as spiritual nourishment, awakening the nervous system and kuṇḍalinī. The melody alone can induce harmony and higher consciousness, a form of yoga accessible to all. This resonance is the fifth Veda. Yet, … read more »
Instructions for meditation
Meditation requires understanding the three states of consciousness and proper physical preparation.All paths lead to the same ocean of supreme consciousness, which purifies all. What is often called meditation is an outward concentration, like driving a car with awareness in many directions. True meditation requires mastering awareness … read more »
We should prepare for Gurupurnima
The earth is a shared home, and purity is the path to harmony.Countries are human constructs; we are all children of one earth. A global pandemic emerged, affecting humans profoundly. Inquiry reveals that dedicated practitioners of yoga and a sattvic, pure lifestyle—avoiding meat, eggs, and alcohol—were not affected. … read more »
The land of the Strilky Ashram
A sacred place is imbued with a saint's enduring spiritual presence.The energy from where a holy person walks enters the earth and remains for ages. This location is connected to the Guru across space through Guru Pūrṇimā and satsang. It is a high spiritual place for … read more »
Life means breathing
Breath is life, counted from the first cry.That inhalation opens the body for prāṇa. Our allotted breaths can be shortened by excess or prolonged through practice. The yogī's breath is not counted. Consuming impure substances diminishes lung capacity and life. Pure nourishment is … read more »
Our body is a miracle
The human being is composed of five integrated sheaths, or kośas, beginning with the physical body.The first sheath is the Annamaya Kośa, the food sheath, which is this temporary physical form. It requires pure, sāttvic nourishment—like water, milk, and fruit—to remain clean and vital, just as an engine requires the correct … read more »
Protect all and get God in your body
The first sanctuary is the parents, then friends and all living beings, and finally the Guru.God is found within through good actions and knowledge, not in external searching. Parents are the primary protectors and the first temple. A mother endures great pain for her child. This protective love extends to all … read more »
Prayer can help mantra can save
The supreme medicine is prayer and the Guru's mantra.Global challenges require both practical care and spiritual remedy. A sattvic lifestyle and precautions are essential, yet prayer is the ultimate protection. Divine grace flows through mantra, purifying every cell with positive energy. This sacred vibration … read more »
Forms of God
The choice between form and formlessness is presented for contemplation.God possesses both aspects: the visible, physical form and the invisible, formless space. Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa stated there is no difference between them. As physical beings, we experience the world of form through our senses. The formless … read more »
Karma yoga is the best
Karma Yoga is the path of disciplined action.Work is the essential purpose of life, using the body, mind, and knowledge. Even divine figures undertake hard work. Therefore, everyone must work independently and continuously until life's end. Laziness leads to being lost. Daily spiritual … read more »
Read holy books and learn from them
This is a holy place, suffused with divine grace through the eternal guru lineage.The Bhagavad Gītā details various yogas, including karma yoga, which one should read to feel inspired. Many great saints have lived, demonstrating extraordinary spiritual power through humble means. One such story tells of a young boy … read more »
The spiritual frame of our days
Sandhyā is the sacred connection at the juncture of day and night.It is the time to offer prayer, connecting to unity before retiring. The sun, Sūrya Nārāyaṇa, sustains all life—humans, creatures, and vegetation. The moon, Chandra, brings balancing sweetness. These forces balance our body and the natural … read more »
Prayer for peace
A silent prayer for global peace was offered.This practice is Mauna Yoga, an inner prayer conducted in mental silence. Governments have advised quiet in places of gathering. The prayer is directed inwardly to the divine for all beings worldwide. This is a time … read more »
We are all equal in oneness
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Our parampara is originated from the Satya Yuga. Alakhpuriji's cave is very high in the Himalayas. We can go there only slowly because of the high. Devpuriji's cave is higher than Alakpuriji's cave. Devpuriji had many … read more »
Be happy be good
A week of spiritual gathering concludes with guidance for integrating the teachings.The knowledge received must move from intellectual understanding into deep consciousness through personal practice and time. Learning is a continuous process from student to mastery, not a declaration of perfection. The diverse practices shared are designed … read more »
The Vajra Nadi
The grace of the Guru is like nourishing rain.We begin with prayer and worship to receive peace and harmony. The practice focuses on the vital energy channels, or nāḍīs. While Iḍā, Pi galā, and Suṣumṇā are known, the foundational power comes from Vajranāḍī. This … read more »
Learn to cook and eat at home
A morning rāga is a melody traditionally sung at specific times, though technology allows listening anytime.True listening requires focus, not distraction. Service, or seva, is the highest yoga, but it must be free from the motive to convert others. True spirituality convinces without creating inner conflict. Diet is foundational for meditation; … read more »
Keep your promises
Saturday's powerful constellation brings both benefit and challenge, reflecting Śani's influence.A story tells of a guru carrying a watermelon that briefly appeared as a severed head due to this energy, illustrating its transformative power. To navigate such influences, one makes a lifelong vow, a sa kalpa, … read more »
Visiting Alakpuriji's cave
The Himalayan cave is a site of spiritual austerity and inner transformation.The physical cave is small, requiring one to bow to enter, symbolizing surrender. Its narrow passages were designed for protection, teaching that the heart must not become narrow but expand with joy. The surrounding glaciers and … read more »
Our heart knows the path
The spiritual path is founded on inner guidance and the necessity of foundational practice.Progress ultimately depends on grace. The path is positive and clean, not concerned with miracles or negative practices. Differences in tradition are only of language and method. The inner self is always good, but perception in … read more »
Doctors and yogis are similar
The practice of yoga is a universal medicine for body and spirit, leading from physical movement to inner awakening.All beings possess love and seek happiness. Humans, with greater understanding, must reflect on their daily actions and their effects. The states of waking, dreaming, and deep sleep define our consciousness. What we consume influences our … read more »
What does real yoga mean?
Yoga in daily life is a practice for health, peace, and harmony.Many schools teach yoga, but the path of the ashram is distinct. University education offers knowledge and technique, yet it remains separate from the yogic path. True yoga transcends physical postures. The authentic master resides within … read more »
Try to be innocent
Yoga is the path of returning to oneness, merging the self into the Supreme.All beings, through different paths, ultimately converge like rivers to the ocean. The journey begins from birth, where a mother's care and a father's guidance are the first lessons. This innate purity and innocence are the … read more »
Be within thyself
True meditation is found within, not in external pursuits.External experiences are temporary, like falling leaves or pictures of food that cannot satisfy hunger. The source of lasting peace and power resides inside every person. Looking outward in meditation is like a father distracting a … read more »
Yoga is endless
Yoga is an endless path of connection and expansion beyond all limits.Yoga is not merely exercises. Each breath and every cell in the body is a living yoga, a universe in itself. The physical body contains all elements—earth, fire, water, air, and space—mirroring the cosmos. This constant … read more »
Advice for the education of children
The foundation of a child's education is the love, presence, and guidance of the parents.A mother is the first and best teacher, providing foundational instruction. When both parents work, leaving the child in another's care all day, the deep, continuous connection is missing. This can lead to a child feeling … read more »
We don't know our destiny
The divine path encompasses human destiny and the nature of existence.All beings are connected to the Supreme. Divine incarnations appear to guide creation. God is present within every element and creature. The human body contains the five elements, animated by divine energy. Life continues through cycles … read more »
We are eternal
The essence is oneness, knowledge, and the guru's grace.Separate drops of rain fall, yet they unite to form flowing water, creeks, rivers, and finally the ocean. The drop and the ocean are not different; we are that oneness. Knowledge is endless, and the cosmic … read more »
Save your health in every way
A message of health, harmony, and yogic practice for all.This is a time of global concern regarding health and impurity in the environment. Maintain cleanliness and personal hygiene. The practice of Yoga in Daily Life, including Sarvahitāsana, offers simple exercises for all, performed gently to … read more »
This is the time to work on our inner self
This is the time to return to our inner self.Humans work very hard externally, constructing roads and buildings, often with environmental cost. This external endeavor is great, but we work too hard outside. If we worked on our inner body for one or two hours … read more »
The Flame of the Life
The inner flame of life is the vital energy within, distinct from physical fire.This prāṇic flame is the essence of consciousness through waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. Even in blindness, an inner light perceives through vibration and voice. When the body sleeps or tires, this light dims but retreats … read more »
The Divine Union of Śiva and Śakti
The divine union of Śiva and Śakti is the fundamental principle of creation.Everything originates from the endless space, containing all five elements. From this emerged Śiva, who then manifested Śakti, the dynamic power. All existence contains both these principles within; the male holds the female energy and the … read more »