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Swamijis morning lecture, London, 5th of September
Swamijis morning lecture at Parliament Hill School, London, UK.5th of September
Swamijis evening lecture, London, 4th of September
Swamijis evening lecture at Parliament Hill School, London, UK, 4th of September
Swamijis morning lecture, London, 4th of September
Swamijis morning lecture at Parliament Hill School, London, UK, 4th of September
Swamijis evening lecture, London, 3rd of September
Swamijis public lecture at Columbia Hotel, London UK, 3rd of September
Planting of peace tree in London, 2nd of September 2010
A ceremony for the planting of the United Kingdom's first World Peace Tree."I hope it will further bring the communities together when they come to visit the park and see this tree as a symbol of unity and peace." "Peace is needed in the whole world very much. … read more »
The Path of Devotion: Bhakti Yoga in Kali Yuga
A spiritual discourse on Bhakti Yoga and its relevance in the modern age."Bhakti is the word in Sanskrit or in the Hindi language. Bhakti means devotion." "In Kali Yuga, now is devotion, bhakti yoga... Kali Yuga Kevala Nāma Ādhāra, there is only one hope: the name of God." … read more »
The Essence of Yoga and Dharma
A spiritual discourse on yoga, dharma, and the eve of Krishna Janmashtami."Dharma is not a dogma. Dharma is not a conflict to be created. Dharma is a universal principle." "Yoga is that principle which is balancing the entire universe's function... It is balanced with one consciousness, one … read more »
Closing satsang of the summer seminar in Vep, Hu
A concluding lecture on the essential role of discipline in yoga."Your yoga sādhanā can only be successful if you have practiced anuśāsan. Anuśāsan means discipline. The word 'disciple' comes from 'discipline'." "Yoga begins with discipline. 'Atha yogānuśāsanam.' Every one of us has a problem with this … read more »
The Value of Life and Practice
An evening satsang on the value of life and spiritual practice."Life is a practice, and practice is life. Many times we don't know the value of our life." "Great are they who understand the value of others' lives too." Swami Ji addresses a new group of … read more »
A Morning Reflection on Practice, Presence, and Nourishment
A morning yoga session and discourse on practice, nourishment, and awareness."Many times I meet people, and they say, 'Yes, I also have a guru, and I have my mantra from him.' I say, 'What is his name?' A moment passes and they say, 'You see, it … read more »
Seminar in Vep. Evening satsang
Swamijis evening satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary Nika singing , dont to use for a while (Comment-March 2011)
The Essence of Guru Tattva
A spiritual discourse on the essence of the Guru principle (Guru Tattva)."Guru is śakṣāt Parabrahma... Guru Brahmā is the creator, Guru Viṣṇu is the protector, Guru Devo Maheśvara is Śiva, the destroyer of all negative karmas and liberator." "Until the last breath of Holy Gurujī, he was … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life for a Healthy Back
A yoga seminar on back health and spinal alignment."When we are born with a healthy body, we usually know how to move naturally... So, how does it come that we have to learn again how to move correctly?" "During all āsanas for our back, … read more »
Seminar in Vep. Evening satsang, 24th of August
Swamijis evenig satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary on 24th of August 2010.
Seminar in Vep. Morning satsang, 24th of August
Swamijis morning satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary on 24th of August 2010.
The Meaning and Spirit of Rakṣā Bandhan
A satsang discourse on the cultural and spiritual significance of the Rakṣā Bandhan festival."Where there are humans, there are festivals, and where there are festivals, there are humans." "Rakṣā means protection, and bandhan means the tie... you make a sa kalpa to yourself that, no matter which country... where … read more »
The Unity of Consciousness and Divine Love
A morning satsang discourse on Śiva, divine unity, and spiritual practice."Among all the gods and goddesses, the most merciful is Lord Śiva and also Śakti, because there is a mother’s love." "Not to value and not to respect the time, to neglect the time, is the … read more »
The Sudarśana Cakra of Truth and Love
An evening satsang on the Sudarśana Cakra, truth, and divine love."Whenever dharma declines and adharma takes over, then I manifest through my yogamāyācakra." "I am not in the Vaikuṇṭha, nor in the heart of the yogīs who are meditating on me, but I am there where … read more »
Seminar in Vep. Morning satsang, 22nd of August 2010
Swamijis morning satsang with meditation from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary on 22nd of August 2010.
The Flow of Life and the Protection of Dharma
A satsang on dharma, intellect, and spiritual protection."Dharma rakṣita rakṣita. If you protect dharma, dharma will protect you." "The roots, the foundation of dharma is mercy, Dayā. The Vedas say, 'Dharma rakṣita rakṣita.'" The lecturer addresses a gathering, exploring the nature of dharma … read more »
Seminar in Vep. Morning Satsang with Puja, 21st of August
Puja morning satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary on 21st of August.
The Final Evening: Saṃskāras, Tṛtāpa, and the Morning Light
A closing lecture on the final evening of a Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna seminar, focusing on life's sufferings (Tṛtāpa) and the purifying role of saṃskāras (sacraments and ceremonies)."So our Tṛtāpas, śrama Tṛtāpas, or the majority of the Tṛtāpas are solved, or cooled down, or calmed down through those saṃskāras, those ceremonies." "Morning, you go to them, also in your pūjārām, you take your … read more »
Seminar in Vep. Morning satsang, 20th of August
Swamijis morning satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary on 20th of August 2010.
Seminar in Vep. Evening Satsang, 19th of August 2010
Swamijis evening Satsang from Vep, Hungary.19th of August 2010
Seminar in Vep. Morning Satsang, 19th of August 2010
Swamijis morning satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary.19th of August 2010
The Path of Disciple and the Bondage of Attachment
An evening discourse on discipleship, spiritual practice, and the nature of attachment during a Kriyā Anuṣṭhān retreat."The dormant powers in humans are like a sleeping cobra—a sleeping danger. This energy is something beautiful that can liberate you." "Where there is attachment, there is suffering; where there is love, there is freedom and … read more »
Seminar in Vep. Morning satsang, 18th of August 2010
Swamijis morning satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary, 18th of August.
Seminar in Vep. Evening Satsang
Swamijis evening satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary on 17th of August 2010.
Seminar in Vep. Afternoon satsang
Swamijis afternoon satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary on 17th of August 2010.
Seminar in Vep. Morning satsang
Swamijis morning satsang from summer seminar in Vep, Hungary 17th of August 2010.
Seminar in Vep. Evening satsang, 16th of August 2010
Evening satsang with Swamiji from Vep, Hungary 16th August 2010.
The Light That Dispels Darkness
A spiritual seminar opening talk and Q&A session on spiritual practice, karma, and human purpose."If we trust God, if we recognize God... then He will take all our karmas on Himself." "The greatest enemy of the human is the crocodile of laziness." Swami Ji addresses attendees at the start of … read more »
A Beautiful Beginning: Spiritual Practices for Daily Life
An opening lecture for a two-week spiritual retreat on solving life's problems through daily practice."First, we should know that we, our own self, are the creator of the problems. But when we try to blame someone else, we create a double problem for ourselves." "When you wake up, you say, … read more »
Seminar in Vep. Morning meditation, 16th of August 2010
Webcsat from Vep, Hungary, morning meditation, on 16th of August 2010.
Swamijis birthdays celebration, 15th of August 2010
Swamijis birthday celebration from Vep, Hungary on 15th of August 2010.
The Grace of Darśana
A satsang celebrating a spiritual teacher's birthday and discussing discipleship, modern life, and societal values."Darśana—viewing, seeing Gurudev—is the most important thing in the life of a disciple." "In that moment, everything is intense... we were so full of energy and full of this atmosphere, from being and having darśana." A … read more »
The Third Eye of God: Jyotiṣa and the Guru's Grace
A discourse on Vedic astrology (Jyotiṣa) and its connection to spiritual discipline."Your birth constellation is determined by the planetary positions at that moment. From this, your horoscope can be accurately prepared, revealing what has happened, what is happening, and what will happen in your life." "To attain … read more »
Closing ceremony of Gurupurnima from Jadan Ashram
Closing ceremony of Gurupurnima from Om Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwaranand Ashram, Jadan, Rajasthan, India from 27th of July 2010.
Celebration of Gurupurnima from Jadan Ashram
A discourse on sacred rituals and cultural preservation during a Gurukula initiation ceremony."According to the Vedic paramparā... Vedic culture prescribes twelve saṃskāras. Among these, the Upanayana Saṃskāra is paramount." "Initiation into sanyāsa is taken to destroy the ego. A baba in whom ego remains inside is to be … read more »
Celebration of Gurupurnima from Jadan Ashram, 25th of July 2010
Celebration of Gurupurnima from Om Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwaranand Ashram, Jadan, Rajasthan, India from 25th of July 2010.
The Most Beautiful Moment
A closing ceremony and series of heartfelt testimonies from an international spiritual gathering."I think this is the most beautiful moment of our lives: a beautiful sky, neither hot nor cold, sitting in this meadow, and you are doing nothing, just sitting." "For me, this week was very, it … read more »
Swamiji's afternoon satsang from Strilky, 15th of July 2010
A concluding discourse on the five sheaths (kośas) and the ten senses, integrating ancient wisdom with modern life."Prāṇa is the source of life. Prāṇa is life." "Desires are the cause of all troubles... No desires means no life. Desires are there, but also desires are there to be controlled through intellect." Swami Maheshwarananda … read more »
Vegetarian kitchen in praxis (part 3)
A seminar on health, illness, and vegetarian diet, divided into theoretical discussion and practical advice."My answer was that there should be institutional support for mothers: strength, financial support, and social appreciation for being at home, taking care of children, and cooking for their husbands every day." "Obesity is not from … read more »
The Essence of Satsaṅg and the Guru's Grace
An evening satsang on spiritual liberation and the Guru's grace."Out of them all, one is the human. The human has a very powerful tool... to come out of the cycle of birth and death, and that's called buddhi, intellect." "Satguru kripa, his blessing, can remove … read more »
Vegetarian kitchen in praxis (part 2)
A culinary lecture and demonstration on vegetarian cooking, focusing on legumes and practical dietary wisdom."A common mistake is when someone says, 'I am independent of food; I am already a great yogī; I do not care what I eat.' But this is not a sign of spiritual maturity." "The difference … read more »
Yoga teachers program
Yoga teachers program.Lecture from Mahaprabhudeep ashram, Strilky, Czech Republic
Vegetarian kitchen in praxis (part 1)
A practical cooking seminar on making vegetarian food appealing."Scientifically, vegetarianism is the best path. But in practice, it is not so simple. We must contemplate how to make it appealing." "A simple way is to slice tofu and fry it in oil... When the … read more »
The Path of Knowledge and the Grace of the Guru
A spiritual discourse on the path of knowledge, health, and devotion within a yoga retreat."Holy Gurujī, our Gurudeva... used to say each and every entity, day and night searching, day and night seeking sukha, trying to realize sukha, to overcome all duḥkha, but that can come only through knowledge; there … read more »
Learning, education and change
A satsang discourse on the essence and purpose of true education."What is missing in the whole of education is love. This connection is love." "Education is the life where there is no stress. Education is what makes a human human." Swami Paramhans addresses the assembly, critiquing … read more »
Yoga for Kids (2/2)
Yoga for Kids from Mahaprabhudeep Ashram, Strilky on 13th of July 2010.