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The living God
The light is twofold: the external sun and the internal light within all.This inner light is constant, unlike the rising and setting sun. The science of the material world is great, yet different from the science of yoga. A story illustrates this: a professor of science questions a … read more »
Webcast from Jadan
The name of God is the supreme gift and the means for crossing the ocean of worldly existence.The name is identical to God; holding it within through mantra repetition awakens pure devotion. This devotion colors the heart with love. The world is seen as unreal through spiritual practice, directing one to the unchangeable … read more »
Feel oneness and protect all creatures
The divine essence resides within the living body.God is present within us and has given us human form. The natural world involves creatures consuming one another, yet herbivores like cows, which eat only grass, are considered close to the divine. Humans, gifted with … read more »
Respect for all festivals
The celebration of holy days reveals the oneness of all existence.The approaching festival for Mahāprabhujī coincides with Christmas, uniting diverse worship. Geographical distinctions are irrelevant; devotion connects all. The relationship between guru and disciple is one of absolute unity, akin to mother and child. All living … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
A devotional invocation and hymn seeking divine grace and celebrating the supreme, formless reality.The call is for mercy from the divine presence that pervades all creation. The play of the absolute is unfathomable and limitless. All beings arise from and reside within that conscious reality. The hymns praise the … read more »
Webcast from Jadan
The Christmas light illuminates the universal theme of divine birth and a mother's sacred suffering.Many anticipate this celebration with joy, decorating and preparing sweets. The season invites reflection on figures like Jesus and Krishna, who entered the world through hardship. Their births highlight a mother's painful yet loving sacrifice, a … read more »
Worship every God and incarnation
The Christmas period invites reflection on divine birth and universal worship.Many people now think of Jesus, preparing and finding happiness. His life, though hard, shows a path to seeing God. Worship is an expression of joy. The birth of divine figures like Jesus and Kṛṣṇa involved … read more »
Where is our happiness?
God is within all life, and human purpose is to generate divine happiness.God exists within every creature and element. The earth itself feels our presence. Humans possess a unique capacity to consciously create happiness for God, akin to honoring one's parents. This is done by not harming other … read more »
Bhaktas are longing for Satsang
Words convey truth and community is our essence.Being present without duty allows deep observation. One sees the beauty in all things and the varied behaviors of people, yet recognizes the unchanging self within. This observation teaches discernment of character and self. Time expands … read more »
My happiness is at Your holy feet
True devotion requires unwavering focus on the master's feet, regardless of external hardship.Many seek spiritual guidance but their practice remains superficial. Listening and singing are not enough; the essence must penetrate every cell of one's being. Devotion is tested by inner thorns—persistent doubts, ego, and conflicts that arise … read more »
Yoga means uniting
Yoga in daily life is unity with the divine principle present in all existence.Life originates from and is sustained by water, which constitutes our bodies and the world. All creatures, including those unseen beneath the earth or in the air, are interconnected through life. The natural world operates on … read more »
Conference from Bhari Khatu
Peace is found only within, through the Self, and in the shelter of the saints.The world is restless, seeking peace in objects and achievements, but peace is not found externally. A saint is one whose desires have ceased, who lives for others. Their darśana yields immediate fruit, purifying the seeker. … read more »
Webcast from Bhari Khatu
The devotee calls upon the Satguru to come quickly and end all suffering.The pain of worldly existence and the burden of past sins feel unbearable. Only the Guru's compassionate arrival can grant liberation. The Guru is the remover of afflictions and the giver of true grace. When the … read more »
The coronation of Swami Avatarpuri
A sacred succession is announced through the Abhiṣeka ceremony.On the holy occasion of a revered master's Mahāsamādhi day, the successor is formally declared according to the sannyāsa tradition. The ceremony follows the Vedic paramparā, performed by appointed priests. It includes a ritual bath for … read more »
Bhajan evening from Bhari Khatu Ashram
The devotee calls upon the divine, seeking grace and expressing a longing for direct experience.The world is cared for by that which is very big, the flute player. The path involves remembering the divine name to find happiness, suggesting liberation comes from breaking the bonds of countless life forms. Yet, … read more »
A Divine Invocation and Address to the Community
A spiritual address and invitation to a community gathering.The true Satguru has arrived. Despite global illness, devotees remain under divine guidance. This land and its people are held in high regard. All are welcomed regardless of community or age. The speaker has returned from … read more »
Bhajan evening from Jadan Ashram
The celebration of Diwali embodies the primordial divine grace that unifies all existence.First, there was God. The blessings of that primordial time are celebrated as Diwali, which honors both Shiva and Rama. Rama was the first to make religions one, unifying them into the recognition of only God. … read more »
Divali satsang 2021 Jadan Ashram
Today, the supremely bliss-bestowing Diwali has descended upon the world.The radiant light dispels all darkness. Every home sings songs of bliss and auspiciousness, sharing the good news. Sages and deities sing victory and offer flowers. The formless and the manifest Brahma are worshipped. The beauty … read more »
Yogis are always alert
The ordinary mind oscillates between states of distraction and unconsciousness.In waking, one is physically present but mentally absent, with thoughts scattered far away. One is here, yet not truly here. Even in sleep, the inner world remains active with dreams and unresolved work. There is … read more »
Mantras and Bhajans
Satsa g is the gathering where truth resides and God is the center.Life transforms in its light, allowing action with detachment. The broader meaning is a gathering of like-minded individuals focusing on God beyond any single religion. The closer meaning is the place where truth itself resides. Bhajans … read more »
Divine consciousness and Yoga Nidra
Yogic awakening transcends ordinary states of consciousness.True awakening is not merely physical alertness but an inner vigilance present even in sleep. The waking state involves external awareness, while sleep engages the body's inner healing intelligence. Dreaming operates without the sense of a … read more »
The Globe of the Self: Reflections on Ātmā, Jīva, and the One in All
The principle is one in all and all in one.This science of the soul encompasses the entire globe and all life within it. The individual soul, or jīva, resides within the body, yet its nature and destination remain unknown. The self expands and contracts, traveling … read more »
All disciples are equal for the Guru
Respect all beings and uphold Dharma by avoiding harm, especially to animals.The path requires purity in action, thought, and the handling of resources meant for others. Greed and selfishness lead to loss, as illustrated by the dog who, seeing a reflection, dropped its own bread to chase … read more »
First is the Guru
A disciple's unwavering devotion is tested to its absolute limit.A boy seeks a spiritual teacher, pleading to renounce worldly life. The teacher accepts him but imposes severe austerity, providing no food and assigning only the care of cows. The boy endures, surviving on milk, then … read more »
Yoga and health
The essence of a yogic life integrates body, breath, and mindful living.Care for the body through exercise and yoga; neglect brings illness and suffering. Movement is vital, but excess is harmful. Practice moderation. Breath work and meditation nourish the lungs and system. Diet is crucial; consuming meat … read more »
We got the energy of our parampara
Satsa g is the essential life and path to the cosmic.It is the company of all holy people and religions, where the heart turns to God beyond language. Without regular satsa g and meditation, one becomes covered in dust, an impurity that constantly returns and must … read more »
The Essence of Satsaṅg and Gurukṛpā
Grace flows solely from Śiva through the Guru's lineage, blessing every cell and being.All creatures inherently seek this grace. Humans, possessing the ātmā, also carry deep negativity. The Satguru, the inner truth, counters this. Satsa g is gathering in truth, a cleansing communion with all beings. It fosters unity … read more »
After death, everything is counted
The divine reality is within.God is from ages, yet that same essence is present within all beings. The body is temporary, but the inner flame of life is eternal. This flame resides in the heart and may depart through one … read more »
Our relationship with the Guru
The eternal spiritual lineage flows from the Satya Yuga to the present.The guru paramparā is an unbroken succession from one guru to the next. This lineage originates from Śiva and the Satya Yuga, the age of truth where all beings lived in harmony. From that age comes … read more »
We can achieve the Paramatma
A return to a familiar and beautiful land after a long absence.The journey has been long, through many places over many years. The recent global suffering from disease prompts a deep reflection. This disease affected only humans, not animals. It serves as a reminder of the consequences … read more »
Yoga is spiritual
The bhajan "Śrī Mādhvānandī" is a prayer for divine grace and union.It asks the Guru, the merciful ocean, to grant bliss and accept the devotee's service. The practitioner offers only the heart, for God needs nothing. The Guru is the sun and the disciples are its rays, … read more »
Mahaprabhudeep Ashram is a spiritual place
This ashram is a permanent spiritual foundation, bound by strict preservation rules to honor its legacy.We cannot alter the historic structures, like changing windows or adding toilets. Government authorities regularly inspect and control even natural elements; we cannot plant or cut trees without permission. The land is kept pure, free from … read more »
There is no yoga with meat and alcohol
Yoga is one, yet expressed through many forms and names.Different teachers offer various techniques, each believing their method is best, just as different mothers give their children different names. All are valid expressions of the same essence. The practice is universal and should be integrated … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life in India
Progress in yoga and spiritual education faces bureaucratic challenges but advances through institutional affiliation and publication.Yoga in Daily Life operates globally under varying national rules, with activities concentrated in ashrams. Efforts focus on implementing this specific system within schools and universities in India. A research center in Jaipur, affiliated with a … read more »
Yoga practice really helps
The core of spiritual practice is to cultivate inner joy and steady discipline.The world reflects our inner state; living in fear creates a personal hell, while inner joy radiates outward like the sun. Spiritual life should be beautiful and full of joy, not suffering. Practice is not about … read more »
Good Health and Peace
Yoga is the science of the human being, the culmination of life's evolution.Animals evolve toward humanity, but humans can regress if they do not heed divine instruction. Do not kill other creatures; animals kill from ignorance, but humans know better. God is one, like an ocean of which … read more »
The Play of Coming and Going: Reflections on Life, Guru, and the Inner Journey
Life is a confrontation with our emotions, which must be controlled by understanding, or else we suffer.The world is a transient play of coming and going; we arrive and depart alone, accompanied only by our karma and the inner light of the Guru. This earthly plane is for fulfilling duty through selfless … read more »
What is destiny?
The nature of divine fortune, or kiśmat, and the company of the truth, or satsa g, are examined through life's varied experiences.Prayers and rituals exist across many religions, each with their own forms, like a Christian tilak given once a year. Kiśmat is that divine luck governing outcomes, from avoiding an accident to finding a good spouse. … read more »
Practice from Strilky
A guided practice integrating physical postures, breath, and subtle energy awareness.Begin by feeling the entire body relaxed from toes to head. Perform gentle stretches coordinating movement with inhalation and exhalation, focusing on the heart center. Practice rolling motions to warm the back while holding the knees. … read more »
Our fate can always change
Observing the subtle body reveals the flow of destiny.You must learn this powerful spiritual practice for the foot soles and palms. Over years, it changes your life. The constellation connected to our palms and foot soles shows where things are going and coming from. … read more »
We should be worthy to be a human
Human life is a divine gift for spiritual elevation, not for harm.All beings, from unseen creatures to elephants, are God's life, sustained by water and air. The human purpose is to understand how to live, love, and merge with God, avoiding fighting and killing. External beauty is … read more »
Bhajan evening in Strilky Ashram
The resonance of true company transforms one's nature.How does iron become gold through mere contact? It is the alchemy of association. A worthy companion bestows fruit without causing entanglement. How does the sacred Ganga water blend? It is the nature of purity to … read more »
Vajra nadi is the basis of our life
The Vajranāḍī is the iron nerve, the root of all nerves extending from the earth through the spine to the brain.Maintaining its health brings strength and a long, peaceful life. Practitioners historically used wooden soles between toes and knees to control this nerve, a discipline that leads to profound inner understanding. Worshipping the holy feet of … read more »
Give yoga further!
The time has come for all to become teachers and propagate spiritual health.You have learned and must now teach. Establish yourself as a guide. Universities exist to formalize this knowledge. You are the seeds from a single tree, destined to spread. Teach in villages and cities, making others … read more »
Our uniform is important
Cherish each moment and the fellowship of spiritual practice.Time is profoundly precious; a single second can contain a full life, for the vital force departs and returns in an instant. These days were spent in peaceful, communal spiritual practice, distinct from worldly gatherings. A … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
The practice begins with organizing the seating and performing Bārikhātu Praṇām.Sit straight in Vajrāsana for the practice. Focus on specific chapters. Prāṇāyāma follows. Sit with a straight back and relaxed shoulders. Inhale and exhale slowly through the nostrils, feeling the breath move from the belly to … read more »
Manva Dhire Dhire Cal
Posture affects health, and yoga practice sustains well-being.Sitting incorrectly compresses the stomach, causing it to protrude. Yoga practitioners typically maintain good health and form. Observing extreme physical conditions elsewhere highlights this contrast. The practice brings steadiness. Grace guides the spiritual journey. A seeker … read more »
Memories and experiences on the yoga path
A spiritual journey unfolds through grace, duty, and unwavering connection to the Master.Returning after twelve difficult years abroad brings profound gratitude. The path began with a mantra initiation decades ago. Guidance came to help establish an ashram, leading to the first yoga class in a home in 1999. … read more »
Practice: Raising the Kundalini
Karma Yoga is the highest path, where work itself becomes spiritual practice.The techniques shared are advanced and must be practiced correctly under direct guidance. They should not be taught further by those who are not true masters, as this leads to harm. One must first master a … read more »
Roots are different
The supreme principle is non-violence, which is the highest dharma.Anger destroys spiritual progress, like breaking a vessel of water at the doorstep. Life is fragile and can end suddenly. We must purify our heart and mind to avoid rebirth. Spiritual practice requires the Guru's grace. … read more »