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Roots of the Guru Parampara
True yoga proceeds only through grace and the guru paramparā, the unbroken lineage.One must have the roots of the guru, tracing back to the ancient Ṛṣis. This lineage continues until the final moment of a guru's life, when it must be passed to a follower. A true yogī … read more »
The Beauty of Unity: A Gathering in Strilky
The current pandemic reflects a shift in the Kali Yuga, serving as a consequence for human actions while highlighting the protection found in spiritual practice.This situation arose globally, uniquely affecting humanity, which may be linked to the widespread torture of animals. Those maintaining a sattvic lifestyle through vegetarianism, yoga, and meditation have remained largely unaffected. Spiritual gatherings create protective vibrations, … read more »
Greediness gets its punishment
Yoga is the constant, sudden meeting and balancing of all existence.Many confuse its true nature, seeking to manipulate hidden powers through technique alone, which leads to difficulty. True yoga is not mere physical exercise or ritual; it is the resonance of supreme consciousness. All actions—studying, walking, … read more »
Webcast from Strilky
The hall is a spiritual place, once used to store the grain that was itself seen as divine seed.Now, seeds are being systematically destroyed globally, replaced by those that yield no future crop. This extends to altering the very seed of animals and humans, leading to a future dependence on banks for eggs and … read more »
The main points of yoga practicing
Today is a day of honoring the sacred bond between brothers and sisters, observed on this full moon.Many festivals exist to unite people in joy and tradition. A story tells of a wise woman who, by tying a protective thread on a king's wrist, established him as her brother, thus creating this celebration. … read more »
The Divine Journey to Our Source
The spiritual journey is about seeking our divine source, which is both within us and in sacred places.We travel from our homes to holy sites like Badrinath, filled with longing. This feeling, or bhāva, propels us. Yet, upon arrival, we realize God was with us all along; the devotion itself was the connection. … read more »
Heaven and Hell are in us
Svarga and Naraka are not distant realms but immediate states within consciousness.Svarga is experienced as inner joy and youthfulness, a heaven within. Naraka is suffering, born from negative thoughts and actions like violence and desire. These states alternate within a second based on one's mental focus. They … read more »
Nurturing the Future: From Childlike Devotion to the Guru's Key
The foundation of practice is nurturing the childlike mind.Children in Yoga Nidrā receive prasāda and grow with yogic techniques, noticing everything. They are the future who will carry yoga throughout life. The second point is absorption; they take in energy and spirituality through Karma … read more »
The Inner Color of the Heart
The inner sanctuary is found through humility and recognizing the divine within all life.True spiritual development is not about external education but inner feeling and simplicity. Observing humble sādhus or retired individuals reveals that peace comes from within, not from diplomas or status. The joy seen in children, animals, … read more »
Sleeping and Yoga Nidra
The teacher's duty is to remain alert and protect students, especially during practices like Yoga Nidrā.The heart is the constant engine of life, requiring maintenance through proper sleep and awareness. Sleep is a restorative process where the body and mind normalize. A teacher must never be inattentive; they must watch the … read more »
The Essence of True Satsaṅg and Yoga Nidrā
The essence of spiritual practice is to receive the Guru's word, the true nectar that quenches a deep inner thirst.One comes to satsang not for material comforts but to learn and receive grace. All beings seek to satisfy their thirst; an ant needs a little, an elephant needs much. Similarly, humans possess a profound thirst … read more »
Do Good
A global crisis has forced introspection, revealing our fragility and the superficiality of modern pursuits.Many sought distraction, but in India, cultural broadcasts reawakened spiritual knowledge. This period serves as a divine lesson to slow down and seek inner truth. The current proliferation of hastily certified yoga teachers reflects a profound … read more »
The Significance of Nāg Day and the Five Kośas
Today is Nāg Day, a day to honor all life, symbolized by the cobra.All creatures possess a divine life force. The ocean is the universal father, providing life-giving water through prāṇa, while earth is the mother. The human being is composed of five sheaths: the physical, the vital, the … read more »
Remove the depression
Maintaining a joyful heart is essential, especially during challenging times.The current global depression stems from a collective error. This situation arose because humanity alone was affected, prompting reflection. Many have turned inward, discovering family and abandoning harmful habits. Depression has become widespread, closing hearts and … read more »
The Blessing of Oneness and the Guru's Eternal Grace
The oneness of grace flows through the lineage and connects all beings.Blessings are received by chanting the names of the gurus, who provide energy and goodness for all life. The guru's presence is everywhere, regardless of distance. Invisible forces, like prāṇa or a virus, spread powerfully and … read more »
Satsang from Strilky
The arrival of the Satguru is a transformative blessing beyond description.A disciple offers body, mind, and soul to the Guru. The Guru showers the nectar of wisdom, satisfying the soul completely. This master is the philosopher's stone, turning the base metal of the soul into gold … read more »
We should colour our heart as clean as the sky
Our origin is a subtle essence from the divine source, and our nature is to merge with the infinite sky of consciousness.We are a minute part of the whole sky, the first element. Our true nature is that vast, spotless sky, yet we do not know how we took form from the five elements. We must become … read more »
Give up your Laziness
The golden hour of Brahmamūrta is the supreme time for spiritual practice.Those who wake early receive great fortune, like birds getting the best fruit. Laziness arrives with the sunrise. The train of time does not wait; you must catch it. This early period brings peace, harmony, and … read more »
What means destiny?
The practice of Aum moves through the chakras with prāṇa.Chanting extends beyond three repetitions. The numeral system uses nine digits and the essential zero, invented in India. The sound for the number nine often relates to 'N' across languages. The Earth is a globe, first … read more »
Importance of Traditions
Culture is the cradle of humanity.A traveler once wept, missing the sound of a European clock, a symbol of the tradition that keeps people. Culture preserves humanity. Many traditions exist from Christmas to Christmas. In some lands, churches are sold for … read more »
Working for the Liberation
The eternal treasure lies within, not in external searches.What is received from outside is temporary training, while the inner truth is permanent. All beings are part of the cyclical wheel of birth and death. The aim is to awaken the inner prāṇa, which is … read more »
A Gathering of Hearts
A gathering reflects the unity and discipline of spiritual practice.The seminar was peaceful, with everyone practicing love and devotion. Organizers worked tirelessly to create this opportunity. Participants came from many places, yet nationality was irrelevant. The focus was on shared humanity. Spirituality means purity, kindness, … read more »
Without Gurudev there is no knowledge
True spiritual knowledge and power come only through the guru's grace and disciplined practice within the lineage.The systematic techniques, like Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna, are of rare quality and lead from the physical to the cosmic. This path is not about worldly knowledge but divine devotion, uniting practitioners beyond religion. Success requires the guru's … read more »
The Eternal Resonance of Sacred Sound
The eternal resonance of sacred sound connects us to ancient wisdom.The Vedas were chanted for ages before being written. People mistakenly think yoga is only five thousand years old. The Saptaṛṣis existed before the compiler Vedavyāsa. A story tells of Dhruva, a neglected child given an … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life around the world
The global practice of Yoga in Daily Life integrates physical techniques with spiritual knowledge from a genuine lineage.Many adopt the practice, sometimes without formal rights, yet the focus remains on the spiritual benefits. Various schools exist worldwide, but consistency within the true path yields strength, knowledge, and blessing. Authentic yoga extends beyond the … read more »
What will happen when we will go out of the body
The nature of ultimate reality and the soul is an unfathomable question.We speak of existence, yet certainty eludes us. We believe in an afterlife or liberation, but these are unverified thoughts. The material world shows consistency, like seeds yielding specific fruits, but the spiritual realm is unknown. … read more »
How can a yogi be succesfull?
The power of Haṭha Yoga is an inner connection, a perfected internal science.Modern technology allows instant global communication, a human achievement. Yet ancient yogis possessed this ability internally through mental techniques, sending pure messages without negative consequences. This entire science exists within the body, but remains unknown and … read more »
The stone will melt
The sky of the self is the ultimate goal, requiring complete merger into its purity.Achieving this is both simple and profoundly difficult. One must dissolve into that sky, just as water blends into milk. Many cannot understand this truth initially, just as many did not recognize divine figures like Krishna … read more »
A Gathering at the Mahāprabhū Dīp Satsaṅg
This ashram is a center for yoga, culture, and harmony.It is maintained by devotees and supports the local village. People visit from across Europe and beyond for its peaceful atmosphere, clean air, and spiritual education. We offer teachings on Sanskrit, Indian scriptures, and European culture, … read more »
Disciplined practicing is important
The resonance of Oṁ and the discipline of Kriyā Yoga form the foundation of practice.Oṁ is the primordial sound, a vibration that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit. Our spiritual journey involves our entire being, from our origin as an eternal soul. This process is like a seed growing into a … read more »
The principle of non-violence
A recent global illness was a lesson for humanity alone.This disease did not affect birds, insects, or animals. Humans slaughter creatures, destroy forests, and pollute waters. Many were asked if pure vegetarian practitioners were affected; they were not. The pandemic forced families to reunite and … read more »
Mataji was pure form of Love
Today is a remembrance of the Divine Mother, celebrating her Mahāsamādhi and unconditional love.Her presence in the ashram was a blessing of profound affection, expressed through giving prasāda and maternal care. She was the creator of a divine living master, indicating her own supreme divinity. Though not in living … read more »
Morning excercise from Jadan
Yoga is a universal science for human health, harmony, and connection to the cosmic Self.It is practiced globally through postures, breathwork, and meditation. We gather to practice these techniques together. The session includes physical movements like Sarvahitāsana, focusing on stretching and rotation, followed by breathing exercises such as Agnisāra kriyā, … read more »
Advice for Dark Sun
The dark moon is a period for inner purification and mindful practice.Guru Pūrṇimā is a day of spiritual accounting, assessing one's practice and blessings. Celestial events like the dark moon affect the body and consciousness subtly, as do invisible diseases. This influence necessitates purification. Wash your body, … read more »
Learning from the Master is important
The path requires a living master's guidance for perfection, as self-practice alone is insufficient.Yoga has many branches, but true progress comes from the guru's blessing, akin to a formal diploma. Many confine themselves to one religion, claiming their God is best, which splits human consciousness. Sanātana Dharma is a … read more »
Preparation for Gurupurnima
The path of purification requires moving beyond physical practice to purify the mind and consciousness.Many beings strive through various actions and yogas. Good karma leads to temporary heavenly realms, while negative karma leads to suffering. Merely accumulating good deeds is insufficient for final liberation; one must also relinquish and distribute … read more »
Gurupurnima
The glory of Guru Pūrṇimā and sacred fellowship is celebrated.This day honors the Guru, who is the source of knowledge and tradition. The Guru principle is everywhere, not confined to one place. In this time of global difficulty, devotees should meditate on their Guru at … read more »
Devotion to Gurudev
The essence of devotion to the spiritual teacher is total surrender and attentive receptivity.A true disciple absorbs every word from the teacher, considering each a divine nectar essential for growth. Questioning the teacher's actions is forbidden, as illustrated by the story of the guru saving a scorpion despite being … read more »
Mantra is in the Hearth
The path to realization requires surrendering the ego's claim to achievement.A sage constantly rebuilds his hut, finding purpose in the karma of work itself. A young disciple, Abhimanyu, seeks refuge with a strict Rishi. The Guru tests him through severe neglect, denying food, water, and shelter. … read more »
Be with your Guru
The essence of spiritual attainment rests solely upon the Satguru's grace.Without the Satguru, no task is accomplished. However many millions of methods one may try, one cannot cross the ocean of worldly existence. Pilgrimages, fasts, and penances are insufficient without the Guru's knowledge. The true wealth … read more »
Atma
The Ātmā is the same in all beings, from an ant to an elephant; it is a qualitative unity, like fire whether tiny or vast.This divine essence is present in all 8.4 million creations. The human birth is a unique opportunity for spiritual ascent, Uthān, versus a descent, Patan, into worldly bondage. The path of Kuṇḍalinī Śakti is this ascent, … read more »
Sing Bhajans Always
The power of devotional song surpasses intellectual discourse.Bhajan harmonizes the five elemental principles within every being, creating a universal vibration beyond language. Lectures are beneficial, but the clarity of bhajan is unique. Pride is the great peril. A humble king, ensuring no one … read more »
Guru Bhakti and Guru Mahima
The glory of the Guru and Satsa g is paramount.The Guru is identical to God. Divine incarnations manifest to protect righteousness and re-establish Dharma. The Guru removes the disciple's ignorance and bestows divine light. Satsa g is the company of truth. It acts as a … read more »
Practice according to your path
Yoga is unity, and the day of practice is the day of the Guru.Yoga means coming together, from the elements of the earth to the meeting of friends. The practice unifies the physical, mental, and spiritual bodies. Official celebrations should not be exclusive or centralized at embassies, splitting practitioners … read more »
Nabhi is Like a Seed
The path of prāṇa and the seven sages is revealed through the guru's grace, not dry knowledge.True understanding flows from the bindu as nectar into the nāḍīs. Many seek truth through religion, like searching for water behind a rock, yet the living God is found within. The jīva is a drop from … read more »
Sleeping of a Yogi
Yoga Nidrā is a rare state of conscious sleep beyond waking, dreaming, and deep sleep.It is the yogī's rest where inner awareness remains fully awake while the body sleeps. This unified state is known only to rare, true practitioners. The path involves transcending personal worries and ego. A disciple's perception … read more »
Rishis
Every day holds spiritual significance, and discipline is the foundation of practice.Specific days within a month are designated for worship. Fasting purifies the body and allows it to tap into cosmic energy. Worship acknowledges the divine presence from the very origin of life. The science of Jyotiṣa … read more »
We are all Brahman
The traditional path of spiritual life is one of gradual progression through defined stages.A mantra is given to disciples who attain high knowledge, for the Guru's blessing alone brings divine joy. Sanātana Dharma is universal, teaching love and protection for all creatures. Every plant has a use, as a … read more »
Union with the Ocean
All knowledge and divinity originate from within.We possess everything internally; the body and its beauty are inner gifts from God. We express what is inside, not draw from outside. A teacher's words enter us, become our knowledge, and we then give them … read more »
Examples of yogic power and awareness
Spirituality is one, transcending all nations and forms.Many great yogis and spiritual masters exist in all countries, not only in India. A story illustrates this: a yogi in Czechoslovakia healed a deep cut on a disciple's hand instantly through yogic power. Spiritual power … read more »