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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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Opening of inner eyes
The inner light and the practice of trāṭak reveal the soul's journey.The soul enters the body like a seed finding its place, guided by an inner light from the navel. This light is the jīva, the soul itself, present in all creation. Every seed, tree, and creature … read more »
Tratak and the inner meditation
The practice of Trāṭaka extends beyond external gaze to the awakening of inner vision.We clean the physical eyes with Triphalā to prepare. Yet true sight is internal. Most practitioners sit for meditation with closed eyes but lack the technique to see inwardly, like a blind person missing a door … read more »
Yoga and Shiva Bhagawan
Yoga is the universal path connecting the individual to the cosmic Self through Śiva.Haṭha Yoga is a primary means to reach this state, placing practitioners under Śiva's protection. The mantra "Oṁ Namaḥ Śivāya" purifies the entire being; even the shortened "Śiv" aligns with the heartbeat, embedding the divine within. … read more »
Meaning of Yoga and Hatha Yoga
Haṭha Yoga is widely misunderstood as merely physical postures, yet it is a profound spiritual path requiring direct guidance.Many seek only its external forms, but true practice involves the subtle channels of energy and consciousness. Learning from brief trainings or distant sources provides incomplete, theoretical knowledge. Just as a child needs a mother's physical … read more »
How to practice Tratak
Trāṭak is the practice of gazing on a single point.It is a foundational technique within Haṭha Yoga for developing concentration and vision. Correct practice strengthens the eyes, but error can cause harm, so guidance from a thoroughly trained teacher is essential. One method is to … read more »
Practice well
Haṭha Yoga is a supreme path requiring correct practice.The techniques of nauli and basti are essential for purifying the digestive system. A proper diet is foundational: eat vegetarian meals every five to six hours, leaving space in the stomach, and fast overnight. This physical … read more »
It is time to help others
A global crisis reveals our shared humanity and calls for immediate, compassionate action.A pandemic has caused widespread suffering. Governments and individuals are striving to respond. This is a time for practical help, not hesitation. Meditation and prayer are valuable, but tangible support for neighbors, the elderly, and children … read more »
Be the Lion
Welcome to all who have journeyed from afar.You have traveled a great distance. Where there is love and divine feeling, there is no distance; it is always close. This center now serves for spiritual practice. A story is shared about a disciple whose … read more »
Respect God
The divine principle is immanent within the natural order and our own being.The sun is a constant divine presence, essential for life; without its balance with the moon, earthly stability would fail. This cosmic balance mirrors the delicate equilibrium within our own bodies, where each organ is vital. … read more »
The Essence of Satsaṅga
Satsa ga is the association with truth and the gathering of the virtuous.'Sat' means truth, God, purity, and the divine place. 'Kuśa ga' is negative association, marked by anger and fear. Satsa ga is to be with all in oneness, creating peace and harmony. It is like birds … read more »
The Inner States: Jagrat, Svapna, Suṣupti, and Beyond
States of consciousness reveal our inner and outer life.Waking activity is for the outer world, using all energy from sunrise to sunset. In sleep, we are within ourselves, aware of the inner self filled with divine feeling. This sleep is not nothing; it is … read more »
The value of the satsang
Satsa g and a sacred morning routine create a divine atmosphere for spiritual life.The environment of an ashram provides peace, which is the result of true satsa g. In genuine satsa g, there should not be excessive singing or instrumental music, as this creates business and distracts from the … read more »
The Dharma Daṇḍa
Dharma is the supreme authority, a universal law that administers justice beyond any human power.A king proclaims he alone is exempt from punishment, but the Guru arrives to correct this. The Guru declares that even a king, as a human, is subject to the daṇḍa, the stick representing divine punishment. … read more »
Practice with Vishwaguruji from Strilky
A session of yoga and chanting integrates physical postures with devotional practice.Proper alignment and breath control are essential for the exercises. Instructions must be followed precisely to avoid incorrect practice. The postures connect the practitioner to natural forms and animals. Chanting the Satguru Chalisa invokes divine blessings … read more »
The importance of the prayer
All creatures remember the divine in their own time, from birds at dawn to animals at dusk.Humans, however, often forget this remembrance amidst distraction. We claim disbelief yet instinctively call for help in crisis, revealing a latent faith. True confidence in the divine or in one's own mind is lacking. We speak … read more »
The Pilgrim's Journey and the Grace of Holy Places
The pilgrim's journey reveals the grace inherent in holy places.Where a saint's foot falls, that earth, rock, dust, and water become sacred. This sanctity spreads, blessing all creatures. Pilgrims travel great distances, often on foot with minimal provisions, sustained by faith and the kindness of … read more »
Try to live life according to the pure nature
We must live in harmony with nature, not oppose it.We often complain about weather, but we cannot manage it better than the natural order. A story tells of farmers who asked to control the rain for a year. They watered perfectly, and crops grew tall … read more »
Live life in a natural way
The essence of living is to know how to live naturally and fully.Life is more than eating, drinking, and sleeping. Humans have forgotten how to live, unlike village people who sustain themselves. Life originates from water and is interconnected with all nature. Many now lack basic skills like … read more »
At the beginning of Yoga in Daily Life
The name Sarvahittāsana signifies yoga exercises beneficial for all.This practice emerged from the system called Yoga in Daily Life, which was developed for consistent daily practice. The name was chosen to be neutral and universally applicable, reflecting a time of significant growth for yoga … read more »
Nada is the Sound
Nādarūpa Parabrahma is the formless Supreme Brahman manifest as primordial sound.The first manifestation was sound, the nāda, emerging from endless space. This sound is eternal and within all. The universe cycles from this sound into light, air, fire, water, and then physical forms. Consciousness, or Chetan, … read more »
Satsang from Sangam Hall
This hall's opening marks a shared spiritual home.The land was once used by farmers who were graciously allowed to continue. The existing structure was transformed through communal effort, converting even an old pigsty into a beautiful space. The work is gradual and consultative, … read more »
We are here to clean ourselves
True spiritual practice requires the unity of mind and heart, and the patience to resolve disturbances without immediate reaction.Our inner work demands harmony between the mental and emotional aspects. The mind makes decisions, but the heart's feeling must align for positive action. This principle extends to our physical practice, where the stable body and … read more »
Kriya and Yoga Nidra
True yoga is the inner awareness of all action, not merely external exercise.Common practices like posture and breathwork are only a part. The complete path requires the guru's knowledge of kriyā. Kriyā is every action, from daily routines to the body's final processes. Spiritual practice involves turning awareness … read more »
Worshipping of Sri Ganeshji
Gaṇeśa is the foundation of all beginnings and endeavors.He is the highest God, present at the foundation of every house and within the Mūlādhāra Cakra, symbolizing the foundational support for all spiritual and worldly structures. His humble and kind nature grants blessings even without … read more »
Satsang for Holiguruji's birthday
The constellations and celestial movements determine the quality of our days, creating differences in fortune for each individual.This influence stems from the precise moment of birth, a time calculated by astrology. Our destiny, or kismat, is not a matter of present choice but is carried from past lives, recorded by Dharmarāja and presented … read more »
Sadhana Cyara
Sādhanā is the continuous practice that leads to liberation.All daily activities, from walking to cooking, constitute sādhanā when performed with awareness. Laziness is the absence of this practice. The mind's restless nature is like a cat, silent but potentially disruptive. A story illustrates a … read more »
The attributes of the Sun
The sun is the divine light and energy, the ultimate destination for the soul.Indra provides the vital energy, or Vajranāḍī, that grants strength and confidence. The physical body and its layers—annamaya, prāṇamaya, manomaya—are temporary. Only the purified soul, the ātmā, can pass through the sun to reach higher realms. … read more »
Nothing has more value than devotion
Devotion to the Guru is the supreme value, surpassing all material wealth.Spiritual progress requires surrender and perseverance through tests. Offering respect to the Guru aligns one with divine grace. Reciting mantras with understanding invokes spiritual wealth. The effect of spiritual practice may not be immediate due to … read more »
We should find the way to the Bahmaloka
The path of yoga is the highest spirituality, uniting the individual with the divine principle.Chant Aum, directing awareness from the navel to the crown chakra through seven stations, connecting to the guru's grace. This practice purifies the inner channels. Maintain a vision of oneness with all beings, including parents and … read more »
Satsang from Strilky
The practice of Bārikatu Praṇām is a renewal of intention through specific anatomical movements.Each repetition is not the same but a new engagement of joints, breath, and internal state. This is an anatomical approach beyond typical yoga postures, integrating body, feeling, and social being. The gathering focuses on human … read more »
Obstacles on the spiritual path
The spiritual search is conducted within, not in the external world.We possess everything we seek, yet we search outside like a mother frantically looking for the child she already holds. Spiritual blindness is like a fog or a blind man missing an open door while feeling … read more »
Bari Khathu Pranam improves the immunity
Coronavirus concerns everyone globally.It can be present without symptoms. Stay home if you have fever, headache, sore throat, or chills until symptom-free for 48 hours. The virus primarily attacks lung tissue, hindering oxygen exchange. Transmission occurs through moist respiratory … read more »
Developing good qualities
The oneness of prāṇa is realized through inner purification.Different bodies share the same vital life force. This five-day gathering cultivates peace and harmony through practice and community. The quality of the environment and food supports deeper meditation. Spiritual qualities are nurtured from childhood through … read more »
Non-violence is the highest principle
The coronavirus pandemic reveals the fragility of life and the critical importance of prevention.The virus attacks the lungs, severely reducing healthy tissue and causing patients to suffocate from lack of oxygen. There is no causal treatment or vaccine, making hygienic precautions and distancing essential. The most severe cases require … read more »
The importance of purification
Purification requires removing two kinds of accumulating dust: physical and the subtle dust of negative thoughts, words, and backbiting from many lives.This inner impurity, like physical dust, collects slowly and can manifest as disease. Prayer and mantra are the means for cleansing. The practice begins with writing the mantra, then mentally repeating it, then internalizing it until … read more »
The Divine Unity of Practice and Grace
The spiritual journey unfolds within a unified field of practice, where all practitioners are together in one vessel.Individual conditions or levels of concentration are secondary to this shared immersion in the aura of sādhanā. The principle "I am not the doer; the Divine is the doer" is foundational. The path is likened to … read more »
The Radiance of Sandhyā: A Discourse on Evening Prayer and Practice
The sacred time of Sandhyā is a period for prayer and inner harmony.As day meets night, all creatures return to their rest and, in their own way, turn toward the divine. This is not a time for negative thoughts or conflict. One should awaken before sunrise in Brahmamuhūrta, … read more »
The real Guru is in oneness
Devotion is a singular reality, expressed through many names and forms.The genuine saint or deity does not demand exclusive worship, for the divine essence is one. All human distinctions of country, color, or language are ultimately irrelevant. We gather to sing and remember this unity, honoring … read more »