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The Treasure in Your Hands: Mudrās, Stories, and the State of Yoga
Yoga's authentic practice and knowledge are now held in the West, not in its Indian homeland.India has lost this treasure, with its good schools suppressed and its embassies sending teachers who lack deep understanding. Westerners practice very scientifically, while Indian yoga is often misdirected, learning from Europeans. Our retreat centers are … read more »
Non-violence
The soul is one essence, not differentiated by size between creatures like an ant or an elephant.Fire is fire, whether a large blaze or a tiny flame; similarly, the divine presence is singular. Humans create harmful divisions based on form, not life itself. True non-violence is the highest discipline, yet absolute ahimsa … read more »
Don't kill Animals!
Disease arises from internalizing life's pressures, not from external forces themselves.This internal stress creates bodily pressure, a primary cause of illness. Inherited conditions also exist. The path of yoga integrates simple postures, breath control, and meditation into daily life, alongside dietary and sleep adjustments. Meditation must … read more »
We should have God in our heart
True spiritual practice transcends mere preparation and intellectual knowledge.What we prepare is temporary, like a meal that is consumed and cleared away. Speaking spontaneously from within holds more power than reading from prepared notes. Different cultures have distinct traditions of greeting and respect, such … read more »
The ego pulls down completely
Human life is most beautiful when understood, leading to happiness and the capacity to give.Other creatures act without greed; a lion kills only to eat. Humans, however, collect endlessly, yet at life's end, our open palms hold nothing. We have created much good but are dominated by wanting more. This … read more »
Traditional customs are very important
The eternal journey is about faith, divine cycles, and the inner light.Observing the moon's phases brings spiritual energy and blessings. The new moon is a time of great luck, and the eleventh day holds powerful energy for women's rituals. The full moon benefits the earth and is … read more »
Purify your all elements
God is present within every atom of existence.The world is in a time of fear, but one must be strong and turn to spiritual thought. God is not an external entity giving commands; God is within our inner thoughts and heart. This presence … read more »
Eternal journey within orselves
The eternal journey is within ourselves, to understand our true nature beyond the body and mind.Close your eyes to connect with your highest self, for external sight brings disturbance. Know your breath consciously, as breath is life. We inquire: what is this life force within us that sustains us regardless of … read more »
The Eternal Journey
Yoga is the union of body, mind, and soul, leading to oneness with the cosmic reality.This is not physical exercise but a journey of self-inquiry into the eternal nature of life. All living beings possess a soul; life is one. The human form is a rare opportunity for this knowledge. Our … read more »
How can we get knowledge
The eternal journey is the inner journey of consciousness towards oneness with the divine.God is within every being and every part of creation. All creatures possess the same divine essence; there is no hierarchy. Humans err by thinking themselves superior, poisoning the world which in turn poisons them. True … read more »
Inauguration of Swami Madhavananda Statue in Om Ashram
Inauguration of Gurujis Statue, 28 February 2020 Musical recording. … read more »
Be faithful to your path
The light of faith dispels the darkness of doubt.When the sun sets, a small flame can illuminate the night. Similarly, spiritual light is always present, even when obscured by sadness or negativity. This inner light is found in the present moment, not the past … read more »
The farewell of the Soul
The soul's journey requires a guide to reach the supreme reality, Brahman.People act only for this life, not knowing what comes after. We need a master, like a navigator, to guide us to the Brahmalokas. The master never dies, as the body is merely a dress; the … read more »
God will not forget us
The resonance of life is found in the mother tongue and the divine sound.Dharma is not religion; it is universal qualities like humility and kindness. A high spiritual title, like Mahāmaṇḍaleśvar, is earned through such dharma. The first knowledge comes from the mother. The mother tongue is the original … read more »
Atma is spotless
One word transmits a message to all, like rain falling equally on every creature.In difficulty, know you are carried by God, not abandoned. A true yogi, beyond all ritual, desires nothing, not even from Shiva. The soul is spotless, like the endless sky. Our body is a temporary shell; … read more »
Do not cause pain for any creature
The science of the human is achieving oneness with the Cosmic One.Most seek heaven through good deeds, meaning not to torture any creature. All life consumes life; the snake eats the frog, the frog eats the fly. This is jīva jīva bhakṣate. Existence began from space and … read more »
The Path of Oṃ, Yoga, and Inner Purification
The path of yoga and the sound of Oṃ leads to liberation.Learning Oṃ is easy, but many do not fully intone it. Understanding yoga begins with Aum. Chanting Oṃ from the navel to the crown chakra makes meditation peaceful. Prāṇāyāma serves physical health and yogic consciousness. Modern … read more »
For meditation we need calmness
True meditation requires deep inner stillness, not mere restlessness disguised as practice.Discipline is essential, yet restlessness persists. The Guru's grace is fundamental for liberation, not divine beings. Stories illustrate this: Ramakrishna was told by the Divine Mother that only his Guru could grant moksha. Similarly, a disciple's … read more »
Union with the Cosmic Self
Yoga is the creator of the entire universe, not merely physical postures.The goal is to become one with the cosmic Self. The soul cycles through 8.4 million life forms; a human birth is a rare chance for progress. Do not attach to worldly things. The soul is … read more »
Webcast from Khatu
The fruits of action are inevitable, and the human path is to transcend them through selfless service and dissolution of ego.One who performs service receives its result later. One who commits sin gets that fruit, and one who does good receives that. God gives according to one's account, bestowing merit at a time when one can … read more »
The Oneness of the Jīva and the Power of Om
The one infinite consciousness is the source and essence of all.Within the human body are countless individual life-forces, yet one supreme consciousness pervades them all. This awareness is unborn and without desire. The entire manifest universe arises from primordial sound, or nāda. From this sound emerges … read more »
Mahasamadhi of Swami Ma Yog Shakti
The pure remover of all sorrows is revealed through devoted discipline and love.A soul from Europe came to this place, learning language and custom, performing strict spiritual practice with great love. She served the temple before dawn with unwavering discipline. Her pure essence enters, yet within people there … read more »
Public lecture from Split
Yoga is an eternal light of consciousness within all.This knowledge was transmitted through a lineage from the Himalayas. The system called Yoga in Daily Life emphasizes simplicity for everyday application. It arrived in this region decades ago, beginning with seminars that expanded across cities. … read more »
The konwledge of ancient yogis
The path of mantra leads to union with the eternal truth.Brahmalīna is becoming one with the eternal Brahma, the supreme, endless light. Purification is required, but we are bound by desires. A true saint, like an eagle taking only fresh prey or a diver seeking only … read more »
Awakening of the knowledge
The light of awareness is received through the bond of grace.Prayer is a dialogue with the Gurudeva, not a silent standing but an engagement with voice. Consciousness is that which is awake; the unconscious is not aware. An awakened one sees danger and alerts those asleep. … read more »
The health of the bones
Holy water is a gift of purification for all occasions, representing positive thought and clean energy.Physical and mental dust are constant, requiring regular cleansing like washing the hands. The body's skin is a sensitive, self-cleaning organ that must be cared for naturally. Avoid artificial products like commercial creams, lipsticks, and soaps … read more »
How to become a Sanyas
The path of sannyāsa is an authentic inner transformation, not merely adopting external dress.True renunciation requires the color of the dress to be within the heart, marking the beginning of real practice. Modern life presents many distractions, from transient relationships to complex societal systems that obscure the eternal. The … read more »
Meeting of the past and present
This gathering marks the transition of time, where the past meets the present and an unknown future is born.The moment of midnight symbolizes a new beginning, a child arriving. The true lesson concerns how to navigate this passage. Obsession with the past is dangerous and can pull one down. Fixation on an unseen future … read more »
Yoga and the five bodies
The individual is the king of the kingdom constituted by the five sheaths: the physical, energetic, mental, wisdom, and bliss bodies.Within this kingdom exist the ten sense organs and countless beings like cells and habits. The king, the soul, must govern through discipline, not become enslaved by citizens like negative habits or uncontrolled senses. Negligence leads … read more »
Follow the Path
The spiritual path, the guide, and the final goal are one.Yoga is the journey of an entire lifetime and beyond, for many may not reach Cosmic Consciousness in this one. We begin on the path early and must remain steadfast upon it. If one stays on … read more »
What are we thinking about our being?
The soul is the sovereign ruler of the inner kingdom, the body.We are sinking in thoughts born from desire. Life grows shorter while we focus on the body. The soul ascends and descends, drawn to experience the world. In the womb, the soul is imprisoned, destined to … read more »
God Vishnu and God Shiva
The story illustrates how greed tests devotion.Nārada observes human suffering and prosperity. Lakṣmī claims all devotees are hers, prompting a test with Viṣṇu. Viṣṇu, disguised as a simple sādhu, is welcomed devoutly by a merchant. Later, Lakṣmī arrives appearing extraordinarily wealthy. The … read more »
Take care of your spirituality
The human body is a temporary instrument containing all elements and yogic paths for the journey to Brahmaloka.This journey is the Jīvātmā moving from the cosmic to the earthly and back. The complete science of yoga is within us, yet Jñāna Yoga alone is dry knowledge; it is like chewing a dry bone, … read more »
Preserving health
Health arises from proper nourishment, purification, and governing the inner self.The root of disease, including cancer, is diet. Modern medicine uses chemicals the natural body rejects. Veganism is praised for avoiding animal suffering, though even vegetables and honey are now compromised. True healing comes from seasonal, … read more »
Importance of going to Satsang
Satsa g is the singular force that leads one upward.Human life is governed by two fundamental principles: uthāna, the path of development and ascent, and patana, the path of falling into destruction. These divergent paths originate from the company one keeps. Satsa g, the association … read more »
30th anniversary of Yoga in Daily Life in Slovenia
One sun, one breath, one language unites all.Thirty years marks a significant growth from seed to tree. The practice began with a seminar and the establishment of the first centers. The system has expanded to 108 locations with 150 certified teachers, serving thousands. … read more »
Find your soul in your heart
The seeds of yoga have grown for decades in these lands through grace and practice.The quality of the people here is immense spirituality, a search for God-realization. The practice of Yoga in Daily Life has spread this culture. Great blessings enabled its growth from small, humble beginnings. Everything described is … read more »
Parama Guru Swamiji
The necessity of the Guru and the comprehensive system of Yoga in Daily Life form the path.The world is constantly sinking, and the Guru provides the protective boat of satsang. This association with good people and thoughts leads to the Divine. Without this guidance, one remains unaware and trapped in suffering. The … read more »
What Incarnation means
The one soul is our origin and destination, and Śiva is its unmanifest source.There is one who was not born from mother or father; that self-manifested one is Śiva. From the endless sound of "Eko'haṁ bahusyām"—I am one, I will multiply—the creation unfolded. First came sound, then light, then … read more »
Words express our devotion
Today is the holy day of divine incarnation.We show respect by marking the divine coming to earth. Divine names like Śiva, Braṣmā, Viṣṇu, Rāma, Kṛṣṇa, and Jesus are short and sweet. These are glories given to the one reality. Titles like doctor or … read more »
Together with Holy Guruji
Today we celebrate the incarnation of our beloved Holy Gurujī.Holy Gurujī and Swamijī were one heart and one soul. Gurujī performed all actions with perfect order and was deeply loved by Mahāprabhujī. His presence remains in his room and in his footprints. Meeting him was … read more »
What the natural environment gives us
The blessing of pure earth and air nourishes human life.This ancient apple garden thrives without pesticides or contaminated water, its deep soil providing coolness and sustenance. Walking barefoot on this earth connects one to its energy and provides natural acupressure. The wind carries the essence … read more »
Feelings between Guru and Disciple
True devotion is the internal source of all spiritual attainment.Devpurījī performed miracles through desireless grace, demonstrating that faith is complete immersion. A disciple's love is shown through reverence, as when a governor interrupted his meal for a guru's darśan, considering it supreme wealth. Teachings must … read more »
We need purification
Purification requires sustained personal effort and grace, not mere ritual practice.Many perform techniques for decades without profound experience because inner work remains undone. The soul is like a cloth colored by worldly actions or divine name. Purification is an alchemical process requiring the heat of dedicated … read more »
The importance of healthy food
The key to sādhana begins with worship and humility toward the Gurudeva.The body is a complete creation, divided into four interdependent parts: the head as Brahmin, the arms as Kṣatriya, the trunk as Vaiśya providing nourishment, and the legs as Śūdra. This unity illustrates that no part … read more »
Celebration of Holy Guruji's Mahasamadhi
All souls are in the bed of the lion.Whoever has the right to be a leader or a sage must help other beings; otherwise it becomes a fault. A devotee should not have hatred. The four things of Kāma, Krodha, Madha, and Lobha, if … read more »
Bhajans from Khatu
The supreme fortune is attaining the company of truth.You have come to this earth for spiritual endeavor, not for worldly gossip. The Guru is the embodiment of peace; establish your focus and discipline. The root of worship is at the Guru's feet, and the … read more »
Practice with trust
We have lost our roots and connection to place, family, and nature, which drains our energy.Modern life severs us from our homes and ancestral lands. Commercial destruction, like replacing rainforests with water-consuming eucalyptus, kills creatures and disrupts natural harmony. Animals, from monkeys to ants, demonstrate innate familial love and greeting rituals … read more »
Celebration of Holy Guruji's Mahasamadhi
The Guru lineage and sacred geography connect us to a timeless tradition.The company of saints and the story of God are unique in this world, unlike worldly attainments which even a sinful person can obtain. The soul is immortal and maintains connections across time. This lineage flows … read more »