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Amrit Sagar
The bhajan "The Ocean of Nectar's Light" contains the entire cosmos.Amrit is the nectar of immortality; Sagar means ocean. This ocean is peace, harmony, and love, leading to the cosmic. The bhajan's light is the light of the Atma, the soul. That inner light is everything. … read more »
Sri Vishwaguruji Jayanti Anniversary
The disciple's love and reverence for the Guru is the supreme offering.The Guru's divine vision manifests tangible and intangible blessings, transforming lives and guiding humanity. A master's unique love is expressed in praising his own disciple, reversing traditional roles. The Guru's grace is the sole means for … read more »
We don't know where we will go
Welcome to a holy place of prayer and protection.You have come from far to this sanctuary. This is a place of purity, without meat or alcohol, sustained by daily prayer. A global disease affects humanity, not the forest creatures. This prompts reflection on our … read more »
Try to open your heart
We are gathered in the peaceful nest of this ashram, relaxed and united.Birds are happy every day, while human happiness is often fleeting, like the temporary peace of Christmas. We create our own unhappiness through poor communication and small, selfish habits within relationships. A story illustrates this: a … read more »
Guided Relaxation and Prāṇāyāma Practice
A guided practice for relaxation and breath awareness.Begin by relaxing the body completely. Lie down and release tension from the toes to the head. Breathe normally and observe the breath. Focus on the stomach and navel, allowing them to relax fully with each … read more »
How to teach Yoga in Daily Life?
Yoga must progress step by step from physical practice to spiritual understanding.Practicing only physical movement is insufficient, yet without movement, health suffers. Beginners should not be mixed with advanced students, just as kindergarten is separate from primary school. A structured, step-by-step system is essential. Yoga leads to … read more »
Live in a natural way
This place is a sanctuary of purity and spiritual well-being.It is full of prāṇa and very good for health, as our environment here is clean and free from chemicals. The natural water flows, the healthy trees, and the pure air create a healing atmosphere. People … read more »
Enjoy your life
The soul's journey and the true purpose of yoga extend beyond physical exercise.We are more than this temporary body. The soul, the ātmā, is our essence. After death, it leaves the body like the wind, unseen and untouchable. Its destination is unknown; it does not remain as a … read more »
Mahaprbhuji's glory is in the whole world
The discourse concerns a bhajan on Amṛt, the divine nectar.Understanding the song is secondary; hearing it fills one with divinity. Amṛt is the essence of liberation, symbolized as honey—the sweetest purity. It represents an ocean within; negative thoughts poison this inner sanctum. Sacred food, prasāda, … read more »
Fasting protects your health
The grace of simple things is found in nature's gifts.The cow provides profound benefits. Its milk, urine, and dung serve as powerful medicines and fertilizer. Contact with cows can heal bodily diseases. Their presence purifies an environment, dispelling negative energies. Similarly, the horse is a … read more »
The science of the constellation
The name given at birth should align with the celestial constellation present at that moment.The moment of birth is defined when the child touches the earth. The sun and moon are primary, but all nine celestial bodies determine the constellation. This constellation dictates the first letter of the name, which … read more »
We should see God in everything
The divine is found in daily life, relationships, and our own hearts.We must offer positive words to the Earth and all life. The mantra and ceremonies are for complete purification of body and mind. Marriage is a profound union, yet often leads to strife because it is … read more »
Rishis are protecting us
Great ṛṣis and saints exist unseen, protecting humanity.These perfected beings are present globally, often hidden in remote places like glaciers or deserts. They communicate mind-to-mind and possess profound knowledge. While invisible, their protective energy shields us. Historical accounts, like a photo of a … read more »
Understand Guru Tattva
Guru Pūrṇimā is a spiritual new year, marking when the light of wisdom first touched the earth.This festival is for understanding the Guru Tattva, the principle of the teacher. Spirituality requires understanding, not just belief; one must ask "why." The guru is that which dispels ignorance, the "aha" of realization. This principle … read more »
We all should get oneness
The language of oneness transcends spoken words.Many scriptures and languages exist, yet spirituality reveals a universal oneness. We learn through gaze and feeling, not just vocabulary. The best language is understood by all, like music or song, where sound vibration creates unity. … read more »
People are good everywhere in the world
Our path is one of unity, transcending all borders and differences.This gathering is an international family, interconnected like branches of a single tree. A seed grows into a tree that bears fruit for all. Yet, a single drop of lemon can split milk, just as one … read more »
Gurupurnima Satsang in Strilky Ahram 2021/2
The path of sannyāsa in this age requires work and self-reliance.It is not an easy life of dependence. One must labor, perhaps in a garden or farm, to generate funds for personal security, such as for medical care or old age. This work also serves the … read more »
We all should feel Alakhpuriji's love
A temple is built day by day, stone by stone through shared contribution, creating a timeless legacy.What is done in life remains; what is not done vanishes. We celebrate the completion of a unique Yajña Śālā, thanking all who contributed. The work was hard, but the result serves all. Credit and divine … read more »
Gurupurnima Satsang in Strilky Ashram 2021
Grace manifests through the living Master.A personal journey from illness to healing began with a yoga class discovered by following the heart. This led to a community where humble service and devotional singing created a profound first impression. The living Master's … read more »
Sanyas Diksha of Swami Gyaneshwarpuri
The ritual of sannyāsa dīkṣā involves symbolic acts of renunciation and declaration.A flower is offered into the fire, representing the burning of attachments. The initiate makes a solemn vow to forsake all worldly ties, including family, and to live for eternal truth. Offerings and donations are integral, … read more »
God is in everyone
The transmission of spiritual knowledge and the foundational role of the family are essential.Knowledge is absorbed gradually, not in a single day, as illustrated by the yearly progression in school. Śa karācārya established a great path of knowledge that many follow. There are two kinds of knowledge: external learning … read more »
We are all in one
The journey is to the inner guide, the Antaryāmī.Sacred hymns originate from the heart, not mere writing. The body is a field of immense energy. Every joint is a powerful chakra, holding knowledge and life force. These points of energy exist throughout all creation, … read more »
Yoga is for the whole Earth
A story illustrates human kindness and the universal essence of yoga.A medical situation in India prompted an immediate and coordinated response from contacts in Austria, arranging care and transport. This demonstrated a system where care is provided without discrimination, solely based on shared humanity. The event … read more »
Be careful and keep a good atmosphere
A morning ritual establishes purity and presence for the day.Upon waking, declare your human consciousness. Step from bed with reverence for Mother Earth. Begin with pure water, holding it in your palms to acknowledge the divine within it. Apply water to the face five times … read more »
The beauty of Mahaprabhudeep Ashram
This sacred land is a place of profound purification and spiritual nourishment.The atmosphere here is healing and illuminated by the presence of the gurus. The environment is rare, drawing people from many countries for its peace and harmony. Working with the earth through karma yoga purifies everything. … read more »
Practicing with Swami Umapuriji
Sādhanā is the disciplined practice for self-realization, affecting one's entire lineage.Time dedicated to personal development is invaluable and cannot be bought. This practice requires withdrawing the senses and making the mind peaceful to see what is stored within the unconscious. A strict, traditional anuṣṭhāna with fasting … read more »
Practicing with Vishwaguruji
The oneness of earth, breath, and self is realized through connection and purification.Connect to Mother Earth with your palms, feeling the love and support. You walk upon her, a child of the earth. Practice breath, inhaling through the nostrils and exhaling through the mouth for purification. The prāṇa, … read more »
Spiritual message of ancient India
The essence of yoga and spiritual life is found in the ancient Gurukul system, not merely in physical exercise.Sixty years ago, yoga was deeply spiritual, practiced by great saints and ascetics. Jain and Buddhist traditions exemplify this purity through strict non-violence, meditation, and simple living. Ancient Indian universities like Nalanda were vast centers of … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
Morning sādhanā begins with mantra and breath.Sit comfortably with a straight spine. Combine mantra awareness with Anuloma Viloma Prāṇāyāma. Guide the breath from the navel to the Ājñā Chakra. Practice alternate nostril breathing without counting. Perform Vajrāsana and focus the gaze. Practice … read more »
Our children are very spiritual
The spiritual light is transmitted across generations through practice and sacred texts.Observing the peaceful, attentive children reveals this living transmission. Their composure stems from parents and grandparents who practiced yoga with concentration, meditation, and prayer. This lineage now spans multiple generations in many countries. The teaching of … read more »
What Guru Purnima means?
The Guru is the supreme principle, the complete source of all knowledge and the path.The Guru is above Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva. This principle manifests in many forms. Anyone who imparts knowledge is a guru, from parents to teachers. The true Satguru does not proclaim the title; it is recognized. … read more »
The beauty of yoga nidra
The first thought upon waking and the first step taken set the tone for the day.Upon waking, observe which nostril has dominant airflow. If the left nostril flows more, step out with the right foot. If the right flows more, step out with the left foot. If both are equal, stand … read more »
Follow the path faithfully
The spiritual path requires a defined practice to avoid being lost.Separation from the herd occurs without a mantra or mala for guidance. Many religions and paths exist, each valid for its followers. Ultimately, all paths converge like individual raindrops forming a stream that reaches the ocean. … read more »
Instructions for mantra practicing
The disciple's joy depends solely on the guru's grace.The guru's blessings are transmitted through a living master or the enduring spiritual presence of the lineage. A true disciple follows the Satguru without question, maintaining a dedicated personal practice. The physical lineage chair represents the … read more »
The Path of Sarvahita: Yoga, Health, and Resilience
The path of Sarvahita integrates yoga into daily life for holistic health and resilience.Illness can emerge from imbalances in nature and human consumption. Personal discipline through diet, fasting, and consistent yoga practice supports the body's recovery and strength. The nervous system is a vast network connecting every part of … read more »
International Day of Yoga - Yogaclass
A morning yoga practice for immunity and vitality begins with breath and movement.Start standing with breathing exercises, raising arms forward and sideways. Proceed to Tāḍāsana, stretching upward on the toes. Then lie down for relaxation and spinal twists, massaging the lower back and activating the digestive fire. Prepare … read more »
The Essence of Yoga and the Soul's Journey
Yoga is the science of humanity and the soul.It is a universal path, not confined to the body. All beings possess an Ātmā, a living essence that unites us when we leave the physical form. True listening to this inner soul reveals the way. … read more »
You are great but remain on the path
The living guru and true path are found within an authentic lineage, not through blind faith or exploitation.Modern science connects us physically, but only genuine spiritual transmission guides the soul beyond death. Many teachers and paths exist, each like a mother to her child, yet the root parampara is essential. Discernment is required, … read more »
Practice like Holy Guruji
The essential need is for the living grace and vision of the teacher.All spiritual practice is dry without the guru's darśan and mercy. The ultimate goal is to internalize this vision so it is present whenever the eyes are closed. True darśan is the feeling awakened in the … read more »
Around the World - Covid Quarantine Centre
A COVID-19 care center was inaugurated at a spiritual ashram.This facility will treat patients with initial symptoms and those with oxygen saturation above 88. It is equipped with 17 oxygen concentrators and staffed by three doctors. The opening was deemed essential due to the virus's … read more »
We should reach the goal
The second step is moving forward from fear with a strong heart through yoga's power.Practice the techniques and be strong. The best meditation is deep, alert sleep, which can become the powerful Yoga Nidrā. Make a firm resolve and walk steadily toward the goal without giving up. Be active in … read more »
Vishwaguruji is always within us
The path of sādhanā leads to liberation.Practice sādhanā with love for the Divine. The first sādhanā is discrimination between the real and unreal. The second is dispassion for worldly enjoyments. The third is the sixfold virtues like tranquility and faith. The fourth … read more »
Covid Quarantine Centre Jadan Hospital
This address expresses gratitude for support and conveys blessings for health and service.Human life gains profound significance through divine presence. Thanks are extended to distant helpers and local supporters for their extraordinary assistance. A hospital facility, long closed, is now a point of shared happiness and future collaboration. … read more »
Use it, or you will lose it
The horizon of being is the ultimate spiritual goal of becoming one with infinite space.Humans possess intellect but require a teacher to guide them beyond worldly knowledge. All beings follow divine instinct, yet humans become distracted by transient forms like changing hair color or accumulating wealth. Life cycles like a … read more »
Sanskrit Hindi and yoga
The essence of yoga and spiritual understanding is rooted in language and devotion.Sanskrit is the primary and most refined language, containing the 52 divine letters corresponding to the body's chakras. Many are losing their native tongues, creating a spiritual disconnect. Preserving and learning languages like Hindi and Sanskrit … read more »
What means sanyas diksha
The path to sannyāsa is a profound spiritual commitment requiring total surrender and purification.It is a rare attainment, the culmination of many lifetimes of seeking. One must give up all attachments—to family, home, and worldly identity—as this separation is difficult, like a nation leaving a union. The orange cloth … read more »
Always be positive
The sun of life and the honey of purity illuminate the path.All spiritual practice is devotion to the divine, beyond divisions of country or religion. The human form is equal, and love must extend to all creatures. Substances like alcohol can be medicine or poison depending on … read more »
Sanyas Diksha of Swami Chandrapuriji
The journey begins with the Guru, invoking divine presence through mantra and sacred narrative.Listen. You are making a resolve for the spiritual journey. Invocations are offered to Guru, Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Durga, Rama, Surya, and the divine principle of fullness. A creation myth is recounted: initially, there was no … read more »
Dharma and adharma
Dharma in Kali Yuga requires integrating non-violence and reverence into all actions.Performing rituals while harming creatures is contradictory. Hiṃsā is killing or eating animals, and also causing pain through harsh words, even within families. All life feels pain. Cruel speech is adharma. Dharma extends to protecting natural … read more »