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The presence of saints is a priceless treasure that dispels ignorance and bestows peace. To be born in a sacred land where such beings reside is great fortune. The vision of a saint eradicates sins from many lifetimes. Their glory is boundless, for they are constant incarnations of the divine. One must abandon pride and approach them with humility. Dedicate your life to serving the Satguru and listening to his words. True bliss arises from this devotion and the grace of the guru. The ultimate aim is to realize the self as the imperishable ātman, beyond all names and forms. When this knowledge dawns, the cycle of birth and death ends. "Go to the gathering of saints, abandon pride and ego." "Who am I? Where have I come from? Why have I come? The answer is that I am only the ātman."

The disciple's offering must be precisely what the Guru requests. A revealed bhajan contains the rarest wisdom of śeṣa samādhi. When the ten gates close and one turns inward, samādhi arises naturally. The sohaṃ mantra is the means of ascent and the root. This knowledge is recognized only by a few. The breath united with the mantra opens the door beyond. One experiences the apūrva state and sees the nirvānī. This is the rarest jewel, revealed by a true saint. Do not slander Gurudev. The name of Gurudev alone truly serves a purpose. "Oh, when all the ten gates are closed, and one continuously goes within the inner māyā, then naturally, samādhi arises." "Only a few saints have recognized it, only a few saints have recognized it."

The mother's samādhi is established and the debt to parents and guru is paramount. A mother's compassion is simple and complete. Her samādhi blesses all. The debt to one's mother is profound and nearly impossible to repay, as she endures all hardship for the child. Even great saints like Śaṅkarācārya returned to perform their mother's rites. The debt to the guru is also immense; a true disciple passes the guru's test. Human life is for self-realization, which is the purpose of this ashram. Culture protects society, and performing one's duties, especially serving parents, is essential. Modern life neglects these spiritual foundations. "It is not easy to repay the debt of the mother; only a few can do it." "The debt to the mother is never repaid by this body; the debt to the one from whom this body was created, that debt we all must repay." Filming locations: Jāṛaṇ, Pālī, Rājasthān, India.

The guru's acts and guru vākya often transcend intellectual understanding. A disciple named Moses observed his guru destroy a poor orphans’ boat. The guru later repaired a ruined wall in an empty house. The guru cut the leg of a boy from a spiritual family. Moses reacted with anger each time. The guru explained: the boat destruction preserved it from future army seizure, ensuring the orphans’ livelihood. The wall concealed a treasure belonging to orphans; its collapse would have exposed the wealth to theft. The wounded boy carried karma to become a thief; the injury prevented that destiny and saved his father from suffering. A disciple must not judge the guru. Another story tells of Krishna blessing a rich merchant with doubled wealth. Krishna then told a devoted old woman her only cow would die. The disciple questioned this injustice. Krishna explained: the cow was the woman’s last attachment; its death removed all distraction, turning her whole awareness to God and leading to enlightenment. The guru’s duty is to attack the disciple’s ego. This operation removes inner coverings that muffle the inner light. The disciple must stay close when challenged. Understanding the guru is the deepest life duty. When someone truly understands the guru, he becomes the guru himself. “The way of a guru is really different from our thinking, mostly. If we don’t understand, it’s not the mistake of the guru.” “Who really understands the Guru, he himself becomes the Guru.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Grace of the Satguru: Witnessing Divine Protection and Faith The jīva enters the world with past karma, and destiny plays out. Only the blessed one can know the guru. Arjuna could not endure Krishna’s universal form. Hari Singh, orphaned, was raised by devotees; Mahāprabhujī’s blessings brought him education and a prosperous family. Śaṅkar Singh’s mother was saved from drowning when Mahāprabhujī, in meditation, pulled their chariot from a flood. A blind man, his sin expiated through service, regained sight after a doctor’s intervention. Another man received a marriage blessing. Mahāprabhujī predicted Doctor Ram Chandra’s life path, and it came to pass. The divine guru accomplishes what the intellect deems impossible. Doubt arises from negative thinking. What is seen is only the body; the inner reality stays hidden. Seek knowledge, not the saint’s external identity. Through meditation and devotion, the heart’s lotus unfolds, revealing love and joy. Yet some remain untouched despite proximity, like a spoon in pudding, blocked by past karma. Faith in the guru’s teachings matters; unseen calamities are prevented. Taking refuge in the name leads across the ocean of existence. “Only the one who knows can know; the other cannot know.” “Do not ask the saint their caste, gender, or country. Ask for the knowledge, blessings.” Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

True wealth is found in grace and devotion, not in material possessions. A laborer earns little, yet a boss with money may lack respect. When a poor person arrives, they should be received with honor, for that is true wealth. The intention to serve is paramount, not the act of giving money itself. Suffering arises from a clouded intellect and the illusion of personal accomplishment. All action and capability flow solely from the guru's grace. Thinking "I did this" fragments everything. The words of a saint hold transformative power, making kings from paupers and the impossible possible. Devotion to the guru is essential for as long as one lives; to be without the guru is akin to hell. Ego is the enemy within that leads to downfall. Our true wealth lies in bhajan and sincere service. "The words of a saint, the speech of a saint, can make a king from a pauper, can make a pauper from a king." "Only the one who acts truly, who dwells in the word of the Bānī throughout the entire world, speaks thus."

Awakening to the True Guru reveals the path beyond suffering. Wherever satsang occurs, one crosses over worldly turmoil. From the mother’s lap to the crossroads, satsang provides the support. The True Guru’s presence reaches all who gather in devotion. Sleeping knowledge awakens, and ignorance is dispelled. The mind, lost in maya, wanders birth after birth in sorrow. Now the opportunity has come to sing the Name of Rama. Without true Satguru, the path remains unseen. Mad with suffering, the soul plays games of illusion. Meeting the compassionate Satguru, devotion takes hold. The Satguru bestows the lehariyā, where illusion and Brahman merge. The five elements and three gunas are imprinted in its waves. Karma and grace thread through life’s fabric. Once devotion to the Guru rises, no other color can take hold. Surrender at the Guru’s feet brings true coloring. Awaken from slumber: the mountain of fear has crossed over to Brahman. Doubts and actions vanish, birth and death cease; this meeting is beyond description. "Truly, at the lotus feet of Śrī Dīpa Dayālu, my destiny has awakened; truly, my eyes are fixed upon the holy feet." "O beloved, awaken from your deep slumber, the fearful mountain has crossed over to Brahman; all doubts and actions have vanished. Birth and death no longer come."

The true form of the Guru is the Word. The body is assumed by that Word. The Guru is unaging, immortal, indivisible, ever-present truth. The true form of the disciple is the soul. In the end, it merges into that very Word. The soul is a ray of that Word. The Satguru is the Word. The Satguru bestows the Name. That Name cannot be snatched away. The Satguru alone comes at death. The Satguru is the true protector forever. Liberation is attained on the very day the Satguru is met. After liberation, bhajana, remembrance, service, and compassion are performed. Those acts are not for liberation. Those acts are simply following the Guru’s command. Liberation already happened. “Satguru is the Word, and the Word alone is the Satguru.” “I am simply following the Guru’s command: to serve, to sing bhajans, to remember, to be compassionate.” Filming locations: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

This offering is a devotional service presented at the Guru's feet. This audio cassette is a form of service emanating from the Guru's divine presence and the ashram. It is an act of surrender and taking refuge. The presentation includes a bhajan for collective singing to garner the Guru's blessings and support. Singing together amplifies the devotion. The purpose is to connect through devotional music. It is an offering for divine grace. "All of you sing along with me. Then there will be greater support at Gurudev's feet." "God Śubhīp Nārāyaṇ remains with his own."

The supreme path is love, service, and the study of sacred scripture. Serving others through karma yoga is the fastest way for divine realization. The Bhagavad Gītā is the essential scripture for universal welfare, containing all yogic paths leading to liberation. It is the direct speech of the divine, an ocean of knowledge and immortal nectar. Contemplating its teachings with faith destroys sin and leads to the supreme abode. The relationship with a true master is central, as disciples take spiritual vows on this day. Spiritual life requires enduring difficulties, not just sunshine. Practice diligently, overcome sorrow, and remain always loving. "In the Bhagavad Gītā, it is written that if you serve others, if you do karma yoga, sevā, in whatever way you want, it is the fastest and simplest way for the realization of God." "The Gītā is a sacred scripture in the highest sense. It is an ocean of the treasure of knowledge." Filming locations: Jadan, Rajasthan, India.

True knowledge and cultural saṃskāras liberate the human being. By birth, all are śūdras. Caste and character are formed by one's actions and impressions. Only one who attains Brahmavidyā is a true Brāhmaṇa. The Vedas describe four types of births for beings entering this world. All beings are the Ātman, which is Brahman. Two types of knowers exist: those who gain knowledge from scripture and those who realize it directly. The darkness of ignorance has fragmented humanity through caste. Sixteen saṃskāras are prescribed to transform a human from a state of bondage to liberation, freeing one from debts to mothers, fathers, deities, teachers, and sages. These impressions lead one from darkness to light. Culture is formed from refined qualities and saṃskāras; it protects society and the nation. One must instill right saṃskāras in children. Human life is given to attain knowledge of the Ātman and Paramātmā. "By birth, everyone is a śūdra. Only the one who has attained Brahmavidyā is worthy of being called a Brāhmaṇa." "The one who leads us away from the darkness of ignorance towards the light of knowledge is the true guru." Filming locations: Pāli district, Rajasthan, India.

The true Guru is the immortal Word, the śabda, which is the essence of all reality. The physical form is a temporary instrument made by that Word to awaken beings. The disciple's true nature is the ātman, destined to merge into that śabda. Liberation is attained instantly upon meeting the true Satguru, whose grace settles all karmic accounts. The Guru is the eternal protector and the only refuge, ensuring the disciple transcends death. Following the Guru's command for service and remembrance is the natural expression of that liberation. The root of all worship, mantra, and liberation is the Guru's grace. "The real form of the Guru is the śabda itself." "The Satguru who bestows the Name, no one can snatch it away."

Gurupūrṇimā announcements are shared alongside spiritual reflections. A television channel will broadcast the entire program. Details for those attending in person will be provided. Prasāda is now ready for distribution. The discourse shifts to contemplative phrases. These phrases point to a state beyond coming and going. The self is not found by seeking in external locations. "Even if you go, there is no arrival." "Apnā āpko nahīṁ paṛe."

The essence of Gurupūrṇimā is the supreme importance of the guru. On this day, all practitioners pause to receive the guru's darśana and blessings. Serving the guru for a moment surpasses serving the divine for years. True fortune lies in taking refuge at the guru's feet, whether physically or through mind and feeling. Misfortune is knowing this yet failing to act. Meditation and worship are fundamentally directed through the guru's form. The mind is primary; within it reside the guru's feet, the mantra, and liberation. Pure feeling towards the guru and all beings brings true welfare. Physical presence is not essential; connection is maintained through sincere feeling and attention. "Serving Hari for sixteen years, serving the Guru for just a moment, yet they cannot be considered equal." "If you cannot physically be with Gurudev, at least keep your attention on him." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Satsang reveals the purpose of life and the path to inner peace. The body is a temporary instrument for the soul's journey to immortality. It functions like a chariot carrying the self, intellect, and discernment. Viveka continuously discriminates between dharma and adharma. Dharma is right living that creates happiness in all worlds. Adharma is destructive negative energy causing unrest in nature and beings. Human birth is not for fighting, blaming, or stealing. It is for meditation, chanting God's name, and self-realization. Life's meaning lies in fulfilling the aim of liberation. This body inevitably perishes, leaving no utility. Each breath diminishes the allotted span, bringing closer departure. Satsang gathers individuals like pearls on a thread of devotion, releasing stress and fostering wisdom. Meeting a wise saint makes a day truly count, removing fear and illusion's net. Bowing at the guru's feet sheds accumulated sins. Every moment must be used for contemplating beauty and divinity. Time must not be wasted in gossip or criticism. Life passes like morning dew. Seek holy company to be inspired and enlightened. "O human, when you die, even your skin will not be of any use; it will be burned to ashes." "That day will truly count as a day of human life—the day when you meet a holy saint." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The power of blessing is the true nourishment for the soul. Bhajan is a blessing, or prasāda, from the wise words of saints. To receive blessings, you must become ready to receive them and follow the Guru's word, the Guru Vakya, for your protection. Discipline in practice is essential. A story illustrates the vital importance of obeying the Guru's instruction. A master and disciple arrived in a village where all goods had one price, showing no distinction in value. The master warned it was not a place to stay. The disciple stayed against advice. The master told him that if anyone asked if something was his, he must not say yes. A thief exchanged shoes with the sleeping disciple and committed a murder. The disciple was arrested for the crime because he claimed the bloody shoes. He did not follow the Guru Vakya. The master saved them all through wisdom. Another story tells of a yogi asked by a hunter which way a deer ran. The yogi reasoned that his eyes saw but cannot speak, and his mouth can speak but did not see, creating a dilemma of truth. Right action depends on desa (place, situation) and kāla (time). This discernment is viveka, which is dharma. Dharma is protective intelligence, not merely religion. Follow a disciplined daily schedule, Dinacharya, as going against natural rhythms causes suffering for all beings. Your practice requires this discipline and viveka. Do not be swayed by what people will say, for they will always criticize. In a story, Shiva and Parvati tried different ways of traveling with their ox, and people found fault with every arrangement. Therefore, do your practice with certainty and without hesitation. Use your viveka for your life and deeds. "Guru Vakya is valid till the entire universe." "People will always say different than what you say." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Yoga is the singular path to oneness. All branches lead to the same unity. The Gopīs questioned the difference between yoga and separation, realizing both states ultimately return to one, yet unity brings bliss while separation brings sorrow. Historical ages emphasized different paths like Rāja, Jñāna, and Bhakti Yoga, but all converge. The essence is Karma Yoga: selfless action without expectation of reward. Such action burns the seeds of past karma. Performing duty for others purifies the heart. Even a small act, like moving a stone from a path, holds great power. One must act with discernment, knowing the true nature of one's actions to avoid illusion. Selfless service is the highest devotion, cleaning away karma and leading to unity. When the sense of duality and ego ceases, one walks the narrow path of love. "Yoga karmasu kauśalam, Arjuna. Your yoga practice will be successful through doing the karma, niṣkāma karma." "Bhagatīro dhan data dījī... I am not asking for wealth... but only I ask you, O Lord, for bhakti. And Bhakti means niṣkāma sevā." Filming locations: Jadan, Rajasthan, India.

The glory of Gaṇeśa signifies the principle of pure intellect and the removal of obstacles. Beginning any endeavor by remembering Gaṇeśa is a universal protocol for success. Gaṇeśa is the lord of all elements and functions, symbolizing pure buddhi or intellect. This intellect, when filled with positive spiritual knowledge, is wisdom; when corrupted by negative energies, it becomes lost and destructive. The highest human value is this transparent knowledge, love, and clarity. Our intellect can be influenced by surroundings and bad company, leading us astray from good thoughts and devotion. Therefore, one must pray for good intellect and seek shelter in the divine to be an instrument of service. "Jisko Prabhu Dharun Dukdehi, Uski Buddhi Pehle Hi Harlehi." "He Bhagavān, hame sadbuddhi denā, kubuddhi mat denā." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The mind is the basis of all human achievement, yet it is restless and demands constant nourishment. Humanity's drive to progress, seen in inventions like the internet, mirrors an inner desire to transcend limits. The mind's quality is perpetual activity; it is a field of thoughts, intellect, and emotions. Spiritual progress requires purifying this mind, which is best achieved through mantra practice. A mantra is a tool to liberate and discipline the mind, connecting the practitioner to a divine energy source. Its power is realized not by merely possessing it, but through consistent, aware practice, often aided by a mālā to maintain focus. Proper pronunciation is essential, as the sound carries a specific vibration that affects all levels of existence. Regular practice at set times disciplines the mind and allows the inherent qualities of the mantra to unfold. "Mind in Sanskrit terms means manas. 'Man' means mind, and 'tra' means to liberate—to liberate the mind." "Just to keep it in a box or on a paper will not help... But if we start to put it in the soil and attend to it properly, then it will give a very, very good harvest over time." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The aim of human life is health and Self-realization. First, realize you are a human, defined by divine qualities, not just the body. This precious body must be cared for to achieve the goal of Ātmā Jñāna. Modern comforts create dependency, making humans unhappy and ill, weakening our endurance. The body of five elements is a sādhanā, a medium for practice. Do not interrupt your sādhanā with laziness or doubt. Lifespan is shortening; we need healthy, organic food and Yoga. Yoga in Daily Life is a systematic program for all, designed over 45 years. Its principles are physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. Missing one means you are ill. Mental health is peace, love, and wise thoughts. Social health is supporting society. Spiritual health is purity. When these four are balanced, the path to Self-realization becomes clear. This system creates better humans, a better society, and a better world, starting from within. "Negative qualities make, in human form, asuras." "Love unites and hate divides, because hate is ignorance and that is a mental illness." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Evening satsang with bajans in the memory of the Holy Mataji.

Brahman is the sole reality, the complete Pūrṇa from which all arises. As long as this completeness is unrealized, one dwells in duality, which is ignorance and the root of all suffering. The entire universe is this Pūrṇa; whatever is taken from it or remains is still Pūrṇa. The human birth is given as an instrument for sādhanā, the spiritual practice to realize the Self. Without this practice, one remains asleep in ignorance, chasing material ends. When the body dies, the soul enters a state like endless darkness, severed from all worldly relations. Time is fleeting; every second lost is gone forever. The urgency is to awaken from this sleep and realize one's true nature before death arrives. "Pūrṇam adaḥ, pūrṇam idam, pūrṇāt pūrṇam udacyate. Pūrṇasya pūrṇam ādāya pūrṇam evāvaśiṣyate." "Jag musāfir dekho, vo kāl kī motor ā rahī hai. Jo kuchh karnā hai so karle." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Drink the nectar of devotion from the saints' cup. This gathering is fortunate, abandoning the unfortunate through the abundant grace found with the great saints. The compassionate Giver erases the burdens of lifetimes and bestows everything, teaching through direct experience. True devotion to the Lord is the highest path, yet selfishness is universal and severed by divine teachings, which can extinguish the heart's lamp. One must navigate paradox: elements are both the self and needed, and physical forms are not true masters yet must not be rejected. The directive is to cross the ocean, remain immersed in reflection, and prepare for the flute's call, which plays not for one alone. "The compassionate One erases the burdens of countless lifetimes." "Do not turn your back on them, for they are not the true masters." Filming location: Rajasthan, India

Sanātana Dharma is the eternal truth recognizing the one Brahman within all existence. This reality is described in the ancient Vedas. The world is changeable, yet every atom represents that divine light. Spiritual wisdom cultivates equal vision, seeing beyond form to the inner essence. All genuine religious paths speak of the same omnipresent God. Life is structured into stages for study, household duties, gradual withdrawal, and final renunciation for self-realization. The philosophy of non-duality, taught by Ādi Śaṅkarācārya, affirms the oneness of all. Ceremonies, including those for passing, honor the divine light within. A Śakti Pīṭha is a sacred seat of divine energy, established where aspects of the universal Mother are revered. The final moments of a pure life are a divine convergence of karma and grace. "Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithyā. The Brahman is the final truth, and this world is Mithyā because it is changeable." "Spirituals are they, wise are they; kṣamā draṣṭi, śānti means kṣamā draṣṭi, and kṣamā draṣṭi means equal vision." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Mantra and bhakti create an inner peace that stabilizes all action. Pilgrimage shows collective devotion, but personal practice is an inner journey. A teacher's calm preserves a boxer's peaceful center amidst chaos; similarly, mantra maintains inner silence within life's disturbances. We cannot stop thoughts, but we can direct them with repetition toward our spiritual core. Spiritual practice is like preparing a field: the ground must be broken open to receive the rain. The Guru's blessing falls on everyone, but our preparation determines how much we absorb. Our negative qualities are like holes in a pot, leaking the stored nectar. We must constantly return to the mantra with compassion, using it to harvest the blessing within. "Boxing involves everything flying everywhere... But if there isn’t a peaceful center amidst all that movement, he cannot perform properly." "The Satguru came to this earth and showered upon us the rain of knowledge. It rains everywhere... Who receives what depends on us and how open our hearts are." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The science of yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness. Yoga is the eternal balancing principle in the universe, not a religion or dogma. The cosmic vibration, declared as OM, exists within and outside us. Human life is a precious chance within the cycle of rebirth. The human intellect can be trained endlessly, and dormant abilities within are connected to the cakras, or energy centers. The subtle body has 72,000 nāḍīs, or channels, for transmitting consciousness and energy. The mind functions between the subconscious and conscious, taking in impressions that become desires. The intellect's duty is to give judgment. We normally experience three levels of consciousness: waking, dream, and deep sleep. Past deeds create our destiny, or prārabdha karma. The Kuṇḍalinī energy and the cakra system are responsible for developing consciousness and freeing it from subconscious fears. The major nāḍīs are Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumṇā, balancing emotion and intellect. Haṭha Yoga unites these sympathetic and parasympathetic principles. The awakening of Kuṇḍalinī is a divine process of becoming wise and calm, not a physical sensation. The cakras are located along the spinal column and are psychic energy centers. They are connected to the five elements and influence the body. Mastery leads towards liberation, the union of individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness. This requires lifelong practice and guidance. "Yoga is not a religion, it is not a philosophy, it is not a dogma, but it is the eternal principle in this universe." "The awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī is a divine process; you don't feel it as a physical sensation. You feel happy, as if in the lap of the mother." Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia DVD 188

The Self is the only reality, distinct from all transient forms and false identifications. You are not the physical body, the astral body, or any of the five sheaths. These are temporary and subject to change. The Ātman, your true Self, is eternal, unchanging, and identical with the universal principle, Īśvara. Duality is false; the perceived world is unreal in comparison to the absolute truth of Brahman. Attachment to the body and its experiences is ignorance, which causes all suffering. Do not waste time in argument or identification with the transient. Instead, discern the real from the unreal. Truth is the highest spiritual practice; untruth is the greatest sin. All apparent diversity, like various gold ornaments, shares one underlying reality. Fear and suffering arise from misperception, as mistaking a rope for a snake. Knowledge dispels this ignorance. Realize your true nature as bliss and consciousness itself. Be vigilant in each moment, abiding in the awareness of your immortal Self. "Brahma Satya, Jagat Mithyā. Brahman, the highest Self, is the truth, and the world is the unreality." "Your Self was never born and will never die. Everything that happens is merely external, and what you see is only your ignorance." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 187b

Two paths define human life: one of passive acceptance, the other of conscious purpose. The first path sees all as equal nonsense, leading to a life of simple existence. The second recognizes human life's unique value and the pressing limit of time. Time is the ocean's wave, destiny itself, beating upon our life. We dwell in a world of change and separation, where all that gathers must disperse. To live consciously is to act with reflection, despite frequent failure. Greatness lies in purposeful living and contemplating life's true aim. Even the body defies our command, illustrating our fundamental lack of control. Life is transient, its end unknown, like a leaf severed by the wind. Therefore, act now; consciousness of time makes one a winner. Liberation, Mokṣa, is freedom from the chain of karma. Our journey flows between the banks of joy and sorrow. Cease fighting for what is not yours. Awaken to knowledge, which is the only permanent help. Inspire others toward self-realization, for an awakened one can warn the sleeping of danger. "The leaf has fallen from the branch, and the wind has carried it away; when will we meet again, now that we are separated by distance?" "The wind supports the fire, the spark, in growing large. But it blows out the flames of a lamp because the flame is weaker." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 187a

The spiritual path is about being, not evaluating. Do not seek to perceive your own progress, as that stems from ego. Your task is simply to be the diamond—the inherently valuable spiritual Self. A diamond does not question its nature or value; it simply is. Your circumstances, whether exalted or humble, do not alter your essence. Live according to divine will, unattached to outcomes or the recognition of others. Spiritual wealth, like mantra repetitions, is immeasurable; entrust the accounting to Providence. The human body and the Ātman are the true diamonds. Discipline is essential: control your mental fluctuations (vṛttis), for thoughts become words and actions, which create karma. A master can only point the way; you must take the steps. Do not compare your journey to others'. All paths can lead to the goal, but correct direction requires your conscious effort. Practice continuously without doubt or self-assessment until realization dawns. "Therefore, do not think about how valuable you are. Do not wonder if you are a diamond. Just think and be a diamond." "Yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind. You should control your vṛttis through your yoga." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 186b

Yoga is a lifelong path where progress is often first seen in physical health. Systematic daily practice brings noticeable improvement within days, while neglect quickly reverses it. Practice must be balanced like daily nourishment, tailored to one's own capacity. This discipline calms the nerves, improves breathing, mobility, and circulation. Yoga therapy utilizes the five elements composing our body: earth, water, fire, air, and space. For repair, use these same materials. A warm earth pack can relieve knee pain by improving circulation. A cool earth cap can draw excess heat from a stressed head. A warm abdominal compress can support weak digestive fire. While these natural therapies resolve many issues, some conditions still require surgery. The intellect must always judge the correct application. "Yoga exercises, breathing exercises, physical exercises, and relaxation should be a daily nourishment for the body." "If something is not right in the body, the Yogi says to use these same materials to repair it or make it healthier." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 186a

The glory of God is endless and His divine play pervades the entire universe. Śiva is indescribable consciousness, liberation, beauty, and truth. Devotion to Śiva provides protection, as all forces are controlled by Him. The Vedas themselves cannot fully describe His glory. In satsaṅg, the sage Bharadvāja was overwhelmed with joy, his love so profound it surpassed speech. This spiritual gathering is the tonic that clarifies consciousness and remedies inner suffering. To be spiritual light requires constant self-surrender, like a wick burning itself. True devotion harmonizes; loving Śiva is inseparable from loving Rāma, as each divinity cherishes the other. Speak words that are sweet and nourishing, like ripe fruit, not like dirt. "Śiva means consciousness. Śiva means liberation. Śiva means beauty." "To be a light means you have to become a dot. The dot has to burn itself constantly." DVD 185b

The aim of all endeavor is self-realization, to escape the cycle of rebirth. The true self is like limitless, indestructible space, while the individual self is a limited mixture of spirit and matter, bound by ego and ignorance. Suffering arises from this ignorance. All spiritual practice serves to inspire the realization of one's true nature, which ends karma and destiny. Life is a struggle between positive and negative influences; one must choose where to place attention. The mind creates one's reality and suffering. One cannot escape the mind, but must master it through positive thinking and spiritual practice. Changing one's thinking is the only way to change one's situation. "Everything you have is created by your mind. As you think, so you are." "If you are unhappy or in trouble, there is nothing to change but your thinking." DVD 185a

The discipline of viveka, or discernment, is essential for ordering the mind and life. Viveka is the common sense to know what to do and when. One must listen carefully and logically understand each instruction. Discipline is required in thinking, understanding, receiving, and perceiving. Use viveka to filter thoughts and messages, transforming harmful words into harmless ones. Develop viveka by becoming independent and learning to make your own decisions. Do not follow any instruction blindly without applying discernment to the situation. Discipline brings order to all aspects of life: emotional, mental, intellectual, material, social, and spiritual. The mind's many thoughts and choices create duality and suffering through comparison. Control and harmonize the mind's fluctuations. Your thoughts create your reality; they make you happy or miserable. Do not merely act on the mind's whims; decide from a place of discernment. Every joy contains potential sorrow, so one must develop inner strength. Be proactive in ordering your life to prevent future regret. Depend only on your daily nourishment; otherwise, be independent and utilize the faculties you have been given. Be the master of your own thoughts, feelings, and actions. "Use your viveka not to compare things. In this matter, just be." "Your thoughts make you a king. Your thoughts make you a beggar." DVD 184a

Concentrate on your sādhanā, for time is impermanent. Compare your practice over the past year honestly; your body and aura reveal the truth. Time is lost if not used. Everything changes: health, happiness, and destiny. From king to beggar, beggar to king—such is time's law, as shown by historical figures and the story of Rāvaṇa. His great sādhanā brought power, but his ego led to destruction. Ego, in any form, destroys. Time waits for no one. Therefore, be careful and pray to remain in life's middle stream. The law of karma dictates change, regardless of belief. Now, prepare for Guru Pūrṇimā by becoming pure and spotless within. Utilize this time for spiritual practice, not social pursuits. To benefit most, sleep early, eat less, and maintain silence. Make a resolve: do not think or speak negatively. Welcome all visitors with a warm heart, free from jealousy, to receive the blessings of this time. "Time will not wait for us—not so near, not so far." "Do not think negative, and do not speak negative—about anyone, even not about yourself." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 184b

Spiritual development depends on inner discipline and overcoming negative tendencies. Our karmic destiny contains both positive and negative patterns; progress is determined by which tendencies we support. External circumstances influence us, but growth stems from nurturing inherent spiritual qualities like generosity and humility. These qualities are demonstrated in action and simple being, not proclaimed. The primary obstacles are the five inner thieves: desire, anger, pride, greed, and attachment. Spiritual development is internal; it requires honest self-observation, respectful communication, and the dissolution of ego. Practices are secondary to a practical life of integrity. Discipline is the foundation. "A diamond never praises itself. It simply is a diamond." "The spoon that remains day and night in sweet pudding still cannot taste its sweetness." DVD 183a

Worldly joy is fleeting and contains hidden sorrow, but divine joy is endless. Human happiness is brief and intertwined with suffering, for every gain conceals equal or greater pain. Only the Supreme One's joy is boundless. An incarnate liberator provides a living refuge beyond scriptures. Merely reading teachings without following them brings no solution. True peace is found not in escape but in unwavering devotion to that divine source. "Blessed is the land where the Divine Soul incarnates, Satguru Dev." "We are those birds. We want to fly away... Again, only in God can we come and rest." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 183b

Yoga is the union of individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness, achieved through harmony and balance. The cosmic energy governs the universe, and this principle of union was discovered by ancient yogis. The individual soul is a spark of the divine light, present in all life. We originate from the cosmic sound and are composed of the five elements. Our journey involves many births, guided by karma, as the soul moves through forms and relations. The human body contains dormant energy centers called chakras, connected by 72,000 channels. Three primary channels—Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna—regulate energy, mind, and activity, converging at key points to form the chakras. These centers correspond to the elements and levels of consciousness, from the earthly Muladhara to the divine Sahasrara. Activating these centers through practice leads toward liberation. "Yoga means union—the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." "What is existing in the universe is existing in your body." Filming location: Croatia DVD 182a

Chakras are energy centers where consciousness resides, defining character and problems. Your destiny (prārabdha) is created by past karma before your body forms. You control your present karma through action, speech, thought, and influence, but once acted upon, deeds become destiny governing future life and all current problems. The Mūlādhāra Chakra is the root foundation of consciousness based on that karma. It is the earth element, colored red for energy and Mother Consciousness. Its awakening brings safety, wisdom, and pleasurable energy, not physical sensations. The chakra's symbols include a four-petaled lotus representing the four ways life enters the world, an elephant symbolizing wisdom and prosperity, an inverted triangle for energy flow, and a coiled snake representing past, present, and future karmas—the dormant Kuṇḍalinī Śakti. Śiva (consciousness) and Śakti (nature) seek union here. Exercises like Bhujaṅgāsana and Śalabhāsana activate this chakra, strengthening the back and influencing the root center for physical and mental balance. "As long as you are not doing anything, it is still under your control." "The awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī means wisdom. You become very wise, you become self-confident." Filming location: Croatia DVD 182b

A clear aim is essential to prevent the intellect from becoming a destructive distraction. Without a definite purpose, the mind wavers among endless possibilities, changing direction with every new suggestion. This lack of clarity makes one susceptible to external influences and gossip, which act like poison, spoiling spiritual practice as lemon curdles milk. Negative talk and jealousy introduce destructive thoughts that can damage years of spiritual effort. One must therefore cultivate an intensive, unwavering aim and avoid all sources of negative influence. Protect your consciousness from harmful information that creates doubt and disturbs your peace. Spiritual progress requires guarding the mind and maintaining humility, allowing the intellect to become a supportive tool rather than an obstacle. "Your aim must be very clear, intensive, and good. Nothing should be able to change you." "One stupid thought, one stupid person, can destroy all your spiritual sādhanā." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 180a

The initiation of eight sannyāsīs was a highlight. The Master decides readiness; these were not easy individuals, each a long effort to guide. One is profoundly honest, immediately embodying the role. Another prepared for decades through hardship. Three were from Australia, one from Israel, and one Indian who left too quickly. The final one is a devoted and humble soul. Your spiritual progress is ultimately in your own hands. Teachers and masters can only support you; the decisive action is yours. A story illustrates this: disciples, jealous of their Master, trap a bird and ask if it is alive or dead. The Master replies its fate is in their hands. Your liberation, like the bird's life, depends on your decisions. Do not delay in good actions. Regarding dress, disciples should wear white; sannyāsīs wear orange. Becoming a sannyāsī is serious, not a fashion; it helps carry the spiritual light but requires true readiness and independence. "Master, if you know everything, then tell us what is in my hand." "My son, whether this bird is alive or dead depends on your hands." Filming location: Vép, Hungary DVD 180b

The value of spiritual practice lies in your own devotion, not in external objects. An object's price fluctuates, but the object itself does not change; your profit or loss is determined by the value you assign. Similarly, God and the Master remain constant. Your spiritual gain or loss depends entirely on your bhāva—your respect, appreciation, devotion, and love for the divine. Doubt creates loss, while faith creates benefit. Your liberation is in your hands; heaven is temporary like a hotel stay, but mokṣa is everlasting. A story illustrates this: disciples with jealousy asked a Master if a bird they held was alive or dead. The Master replied that its life was in their hands. Your spiritual progress is likewise in your hands. Faith can move mountains. Grace collects where there is humility, not ego. The luckiest day is meeting the Master, which awakens you from ignorance. Love for Brahman is the aim of life, a devotion distinct from worldly love. Your inner atmosphere is created by your thoughts; you can master them to change from unhappiness to happiness. "Bhāva means your respect. Bhāva means your appreciation. Bhāva means your devotion." "My dear, if the bird is dead or alive, that I cannot tell you, because its life is in your hands." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 179b

Discipline requires discernment between necessity and laziness. Listen to the body; if exhausted, rest. But laziness is the great enemy and must be overcome. True discipline serves your nature and happiness, not external pressure. You have the right to choose what brings relaxation. Conversely, some duties, like caring for a child, are strict necessities. Mastery of life comes from mastering thought. Restless thoughts, or vṛttis, obscure reality like waves obscure the water's depth. Calm the waves through concentration, creating a mental frame. Then the seer abides in its true nature. You become one with your Self, as waves become one with the ocean. There is only one Self governing this body. You become what you think. Therefore, observe and filter your thoughts. Cultivate noble thoughts, like wishing happiness for all. Remove only the negative vṛttis. Your thinking shapes your world. "Listen to your body." "Your best friend is your knowledge, and your great enemy is laziness." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic DVD 179a

Yoga begins with the discipline of controlling the mind's modifications, the vṛttis. These thoughts pull you away from your present reality, as illustrated by a meditator whose mind was shopping for shoes. Vṛttis arise from within and from external senses; they cannot be stopped but must be directed, like a river. Uncontrolled thoughts lead to unhappiness and an inability to digest difficult truths or knowledge. Therefore, we must filter and guide our thinking processes toward oneness. Discipline means educating your inner child to say yes and no to yourself. When vṛttis are controlled, the seer becomes established in its own true nature. You then see reality clearly, becoming unmovable and one with your Self, which is happiness, love, and truth. Practice self-inquiry about your thoughts. Learn to accept life's disturbances without immediate reaction, as you accept noise on a train. This acceptance and disciplined direction of thought is the path. "Yogaś citta vṛtti nirodhaḥ. Through the practice of yoga, you control the citta vṛtti—the modifications of the mind." "tadā draṣṭuḥ svarūpe avasthānam. When your vṛttis are under control, at that time, the seer becomes fixed in its own essential nature." Filming location: Slovakia DVD 178b

Our endeavor is to overcome all suffering and achieve union with the Divine. This requires surrendering your individuality completely, like a river merging into the ocean and losing its name. To reach this union, you must be disciplined like a river flowing steadfastly toward the sea. The primary obstacle is the mind, with its constant modifications between resolution and doubt. Negative thoughts poison your being and create suffering. Mastery comes from controlling these mental waves. Discipline your thinking through constant self-inquiry. Give the mind purposeful work, like focusing on the breath and mantra along the spine, to prevent it from destroying you. The mind must become your slave, not your master, for successful spiritual practice. "To become one with that Cosmic One... you can only do so if you give up your individuality. Otherwise, it is not possible." "Yogaḥ citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ. Through yoga practice, you pacify all the vṛttis (modifications) of your mind." Filming location: Slovakia DVD 178a

The ocean of wisdom from the ancient sages requires disciplined study. Patañjali is one such sage who articulated the nature of the mind. Immense knowledge about consciousness and the cosmos is found in their works, accessed through daily, dedicated reading. The primary obstacle is one's own mind, manifesting as emotions, attachments, and doubts. To proceed, one must follow the guru's instruction and dive into that wisdom. Human life is now short and the mind restless, unlike in past ages. One must therefore turn to the light of wisdom through self-inquiry. Control the modifications of the mind to become established in one's own nature. Be alert, conscious, and positive, not drowsy or conflicted. You become what you think. If you think you are unhappy, you become unhappy. If you think you are the supreme Self, you become that. Until thoughts are purified, one remains a slave to them. The first duty is to control these thought patterns, which are of two kinds: those causing affliction and those that are healthy. "Discipline. Control the vṛttis, and become one with yourself." "As long as you think that no one likes you, yes, no one will like you." Filming location: Slovakia DVD 177b

Space builds beings, and beings build space. A true ashram is a space for retreat and contemplation, enabling renewal of physical, mental, and social health. It fosters balance and leads toward self-realization. Yoga is the paramount method for this, requiring only the body, breath, and consciousness. It is the science of conscious movement and stillness, a road to original wholeness. A Guru is one who has cognized oneness, from which all arises and returns. Such beings live for others. The relationship between guru and disciple is supreme, pure, and meaningful. The guru's essence is what he is—Sat Chit Ānanda—and he serves to cure the disease of ignorance, which divides us from ourselves, others, and the divine. Sādhanā, the practice of yoga, is the source of strength to help others and ourselves. Liberation comes through knowledge and the Guru's grace. "Yoga is the science and art of conscious movement. It is the science and art of conscious stillness." "The essence of a guru is not what he says, not even what he does. The essence of a guru is what he is." Filming locations: Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. DVD 171

Patañjali's work is essential for understanding human consciousness and psychology. He organized human nature into four yogic paths. Emotionally inclined people follow Bhakti yoga, finding peace in devotion. Those who must always be active follow Karma yoga. Those drawn to intellectual debate follow Jñāna yoga. The fourth path is for those seeking perfection through immense discipline. Patañjali taught that supreme realization brings freedom like the sky and establishes non-violence, where all conflict ceases. True self-knowledge requires purifying the heart and mind. Discipline is foundational for all success. It ensures individual, familial, and societal happiness. Its absence leads to laziness, fear, and destructiveness. Cultivate discipline by setting a strict wake-up time, maintaining a morning ritual, weekly fasting, and daily inspirational reading. The mind is powerful and must be guided, not served. Control it through consistent practice. "Patañjali said that when someone attains the highest realization, a person becomes as free as the sky." "Discipline makes a country great, wealthy, and society happy. Discipline makes the individual successful." Filming location: Slovakia DVD 177a

The ashram is a workshop for personal transformation, where the raw material of the self is carved to reveal the divine within. I observe pink stones taken from a heap to a workshop to be carved for construction. This process mirrors our own. We, like the stones, are brought to the ashram. Here, the teachers work on us with various tools, carving away what is unnecessary to reveal the beauty already inside. This carving can be painful, but the procedure works. I arrived carrying a heavy burden of negative qualities. Over time, I have changed profoundly, now relating to the world differently. The ashram offers a rare opportunity to stop life's usual cycles and focus inward. It takes years to truly become part of this place, transitioning from following orders to intuitively seeing what needs to be done. When this shift happens for a group, it creates a new, joyful energy. Spiritual practice must include joy and laughter, not just hard work. Living in community provides essential support; sharing problems allows others to offer solutions we cannot see ourselves. We must accept that everyone has difficult periods, giving each other the chance to make mistakes, learn, and transform. "They carve it out; it's already inside." "Yoga is love. Yoga is joy." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

A tribute to a revered spiritual mother upon her passing. Her departure was the final event in a long struggle. Yamarāja decided it was time for her to leave this mortal world for the celestial realm. Many people flowed into the ashram to pay respects, transforming the occasion into a glory of love. She was a universal mother to all who approached her, offering blessings and prasāda. Her blessing was a true transfer of energy that could dissolve problems. She dedicated all her free time to spiritual sādhanā, never missing prayers and performing pūjā with full attention. She remains a great example, her spiritual aspect enduring for all. "Everyone who came to Matajī, everyone was accepted and welcomed." "She was only giving, and the same was with her blessing, and it was not just any social gesture. That was a true blessing." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The world is Brahman in form, yet all worldly activity is unreal distraction. Prapañca is the endless, meaningless busyness of desires and efforts. Nivṛtti is cessation, withdrawing to meditate. This world is like a dream, impermanent and insubstantial. All actions and cultural norms are part of this transient play. The reality is the constant witness present in waking, dream, and deep sleep. You are not the individual self but Brahman itself, like gold is the reality of an ornament. All phenomena are names and forms superimposed on the one reality. Therefore, recognize the unreal nature of all activity and abide in your true Self. "Everything you do is somehow prapañca; it is a disturbance." "In all three times, the one who is the knower of knowledge present is your true Self, Brahman. That is the reality." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 176b