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Feel your heart
Focus on heart-centered awareness and breath.Place your right hand gently on your heart to feel its warmth; the breath originates from here. Then bring awareness to the navel, focusing on these two points. The main practice is to think only in … read more »
The importance of bhajans
The practice of devotion and spiritual discipline requires depth beyond mere repetition.Chanting names without understanding is insufficient. True bhajans impart profound meaning that resonates through the entire being, as seen in the works of great teachers. Practice must be undertaken with correct technique and gradual understanding, not … read more »
Bhajan singing and practicing from Vep
A gentle practice for physical alignment and internal ease.Lie down on the stomach. Hold one foot with the opposite hand, raising the head. This is a very important position for the stomach. Raise the head as much as possible, then relax. Perform on the … read more »
Practising pranayama and concentration
Breath awareness is a foundational practice.Begin with normal, relaxed breathing. Inhale through the nostrils and exhale through the mouth, but do not force it. The process should be gentle and humble. Observe the natural qualities of the breath, feeling the cool … read more »
Practising bhramari pranayama
The practice integrates sound and movement for holistic benefit.Proper learning ensures energy flows from the base upward and throughout the entire body. A single repetition is insufficient, yet excessive practice can introduce harmful techniques. Moderation is key, moving inward before returning outward. The method … read more »
Bhramari practicing from Vep
Meditation begins with posture and breath.Release tension in the jaw and ears, keeping the lips gently parted. Sit comfortably, using a chair if needed for support. Practice involves cycles of focused breathing and relaxation. Follow a sequence of repetitions: five breaths, … read more »
A Spiritual Journey: Lessons from the Himalayan Lakes and Caves
A spiritual journey reveals lessons through nature's metaphors.After a teacher's passing, a solitary pilgrimage to the Himalayas was undertaken. At Satopant Lake, three lessons were received in meditation. The first lesson, from observing waves reaching the shore, is to accept whatever happens in … read more »
We are the Ocean
The continuity of the spiritual lineage and the unity of all hearts in practice are assured.This gathering is a great fortune. The atmosphere of the Guru is present here, making practice peaceful and good regardless of the place's size. This same atmosphere can be cultivated anywhere. The community is growing because … read more »
We can reach God
The path to purity and humility is found in recognizing our fundamental unity with the divine.Many ways exist to see God. All living beings are caught in a cycle of consuming each other. Bhagavān Śiva provided a solution, guiding humans toward Parabrahma and away from endless rebirth. Consider the ocean, vast … read more »
The teaching of a Guru is for ever
The supreme reality is Śiva, the primordial source beyond birth and form.All teachings and lineages flow from this singular truth. The Guru's call guides one beyond transient desires to that eternal source. Spiritual practice, like bhajan, aligns the individual with this reality. Misunderstandings and worldly attachments create … read more »
Why are we making war?
The human journey calls for non-violence and spiritual awareness.People travel seeking to become better. Many claim spirituality through simple acts or profess faith, yet contradictions exist, such as claiming peace while possessing weapons. The natural world operates on life consuming life, a universal reality. … read more »
What does Yoga in Daily Life mean?
This is the day of oneness, the middle point in our sādhanā.We must practice every year and go forward, not back. Yoga in Daily Life began from Czechoslovakia and has spread worldwide; it is for all. Our sādhanā comes from Ālagpurījī and Devpurījī, through Holy Gurujī and … read more »
Webcast of bhajan evening
This gathering is a devotional connection through chant and practice.The assembly is engaged in continuous spiritual practice. Greetings are extended to a global audience. Many messages of hello are received. Participation in future devotional programs is encouraged. The practice involves singing praises to various divine … read more »
Live as a Human
The oneness of all life is realized through the path of non-violence and recognizing our shared divine essence.Śiva is the primordial source from which everything emerges. All life, from the smallest ant to humans, is equal and sacred. The principle Jīva Jīva Bhakṣate signifies that life consumes life, urging us to avoid causing … read more »
Bhramari Pranayama
The path requires consistent practice within a supportive community, not sporadic attendance.True growth comes from steady, year-to-year effort, allowing the teaching to take root deeply. A master provides guidance progressively, not all at once, to ensure proper integration. Practice must be balanced; excessive effort creates problems. The … read more »
Karma Yoga
The highest practice is skill in action, known as karma kauśalam.All activities, from meditation to eating, constitute karma. Past actions, whether good or bad, are one kind. The essential skill is how one performs action now. This human life is given to perform karma that leads … read more »
Marriage has its proper time and order
The essence of devotion is surrender to the guru's protection.The bhajan "Satguru Rākholājī Hamārī" is a plea for that shelter. It draws upon stories illustrating divine intervention for the faithful. Prahlāda, devoted to Viṣṇu, faced a heated iron pillar from his father; approaching with faith, … read more »
Bhramari pranayama
A simple daily practice establishes conscious connection.Upon waking, declare "I am human." This single thought cultivates good and friendly awareness throughout the day. Before standing, acknowledge the earth as your mother and seek permission to place your feet upon her. This brings … read more »
Do not eat meat, eggs and alcohol!
Compassion for all life is the foundation of spiritual practice.Many suffer globally. Disciples abstain from meat, alcohol, and eggs, as consuming life or its potential causes harm. Eggs originate from a mother bird who nurtures them with great care. All beings, including humans, share the … read more »
Invocation of the Divine and the Guru
The invocation of the divine and the guru is the foundation of spiritual practice.This sacred call establishes the connection to the supreme consciousness and the realized master who embodies it. It is an act of devotion and surrender, aligning the seeker with the highest truth. The repetition of divine … read more »
Don't kill and don't eat meat
Recognizing our humanity is the path to purification.Animals exist in cycles of consumption, unaware. Humans possess a higher potential but often revert to killing. The capacity for violence is given, yet the instruction is clear: do not kill any creature. Taking life returns … read more »
Who and how can become a saint
The guru's grace is the sole path to spiritual completion.Attaining the true guru is rare and difficult, unlike the many common teachers. This process is illustrated by the Brahmari wasp, which meticulously prepares a nest; only the third type of larva becomes fully established and … read more »
Evening Satsang with H.H. Vishwaguruji
The inner practice of meditation is the true exercise.Collective practice has been absent, but real inner work continues. Close your eyes and remain within yourself. Relax and stay in your heart. Use your mala if you have one, but the practice is only inner. … read more »
Yoga Nidra or bhajan singing is like meditation
The yogi's conscious sleep is a state of awakened rest known only to rare, accomplished beings.In this sleep, one remains inwardly aware, turning night into day. It is a sleep of alertness, not unconsciousness. This practice transcends ordinary relaxation, which is often misunderstood. Common yoga relaxation is mistakenly called the corpse … read more »
Real health comes from Nature
Health involves both conventional medicine and natural, yogic approaches.Doctors often manage symptoms without providing lasting cures. Many ailments persist despite treatment. Natural methods from India, like yoga and specific exercises, offer profound benefits. Certain tree barks and natural preparations can address stomach and bodily … read more »
Our soul is one
The human life is a sacred opportunity to transcend the cycle of suffering and return to the divine source.Our physical body ages and limits us, but within it is the eternal ātmā, the flame of life common to all beings. All creatures live and consume each other, experiencing pain. A true human is defined … read more »
On Flowers, Flame, and the Practice of Pūjā
Do not cut flowers for offerings, as it takes a life.Use only what falls naturally. Your home is your ashram; light a lamp and pray there daily. Keep the practice alive with simple, regular devotion. The flame represents living life; tend it with care to avoid … read more »
Keep the flame still
You are already a yogī possessing the science; you seek attainment yet have achieved much through practice.Many great yogīs and paths exist, all progressing toward spirituality and God, united as one. Worldly science is good, but spiritual science is paramount. I do not teach against marriage; it is necessary. Have families, give … read more »
Webcast from Jadan
The human condition is a fall from divine grace, requiring a return to God through satsa g and the Guru.India possesses great sages, yet its spiritual essence has been obscured. All living beings exist, but humans have a unique duty. People now act worse than animals, consumed by base instincts and impure habits like eating … read more »
Prasad is given to us by God
The spiritual lineage and duty of the disciple are paramount.The ashram is a rare blessing established by a saint's presence. Statues here are not mere memorials but living embodiments through sacred consecration. The paramparā's strength must be carried forward with respect and devotion. The master … read more »
Respect and save the trees and the Earth
A story illustrates impermanence and our duty to live harmoniously.A sādhu warned a farmer his ancient trees would be felled. The farmer doubted, believing them eternal, but they were soon destroyed. Nothing in this world is permanent, not even the deities who are subject to … read more »
Fasting and marriage
The discipline of fasting and the sanctity of marriage are foundational spiritual practices.Fasting cultivates physical and spiritual discipline, a practice observed in many traditions like Islam and Hinduism, though its observance has declined. It was established for concentration and respect, often observed by women for familial well-being. Marriage … read more »
The Sanctity of the Ashram and a Healing Practice
The sanctity of a place is created by the presence and practice of those who gather there.This land is made holy by your presence. Previously, it was a place of different activities. Now, it is a sanctuary. If you have problems or do not know what to do, come and stay here. … read more »
Observing the Navel: A Practice in Awareness
Observing the navel is a foundational practice in awareness.Sit comfortably and place a middle finger gently on the navel without pressure. Observe the breath's movement from this point for five minutes, then lower the hand. Observe again without touch for another five minutes. This … read more »
The Seed of Life and the Path of Reverence
The seed of life and reverence for all beings is the foundation of practice.Physical exercise like asana is essential, akin to washing upon waking, but sustenance comes first. All creatures, from ants to humans, possess the seed of their life. The Buddha exemplified reverence, moving slowly to avoid harming … read more »
A Sadhu is a worker
Health is sustained through dedicated practice and service, not by temporary measures.Many foretold a great illness, yet those consistently practicing Yoga in Daily Life remained very healthy. Health comes from long-term discipline in food, water, and exercise, not from claiming wellness only when convenient. Our collective health … read more »
Advice for practising Anusthan
Establish a consistent daily practice for spiritual progress.A dedicated daily sādhanā of half an hour to one hour is essential. Practice early in the morning to avoid disturbing others. This regularity is more valuable than intensive, irregular efforts. Discipline your eating: consume meals … read more »
Live a healthy and spiritual life
Welcome to this gathering on spiritual progress and practice.A global community has come together after a period of separation. Observing the growth in practice, especially outside India, is heartening. Early encounters revealed different lifestyles, yet many embraced change, giving up meat and alcohol, leading … read more »
Maya and Naham Karata
The restless wandering through countless lives is caused by vāsanās, the impressions and desires that arise in the body and mind.These vāsanās are a stinky bondage, creating a burning restlessness of cintā and tṛṣṇā that leads only to sorrow. The seeds of these vāsanās move from the causal to the mental to the physical body, manifesting … read more »
Evening practice from Strilky
This is an evening session for relaxation and gentle exercise.Begin by closing the eyes and feeling the body. Systematically bring awareness to each part, from the feet and legs to the hands, stomach, shoulders, and head. Inhale and exhale through both nostrils. The goal is … read more »
Shiva is the first
The Guru principle originates from and exists for Śiva, who is supreme.The ultimate Guru is not a person but Śiva Himself, the source from which all emerges and to which all returns. We are all within that reality. Spiritual practice, like absorbing bhajans, connects one to this … read more »
What is spirituality?
The heart's thirst is for divine truth, not worldly satisfaction.We seek like a bird that will only drink from a falling drop of sky, rejecting ground water. This longing is our spiritual search. Worldly relationships and possessions cannot quench this thirst. True fulfillment comes from … read more »
Lecture from Westin Hotel in Zagreb
The divine lineage flows from ancient sources to the present practice.Alak Purījī was present in Śiva's time. Alak Nanda Devi, a disciple, became a cow to save her herd from a tiger; the river Alaknanda and temples commemorate her. Śiva later married Pārvatī. This lineage includes … read more »
The origin of knowledge
The lineage from Śiva to this āśram is our foundation.Alak Purījī was present with Śiva, as known from the Śiva Purāṇa given by Mahāprabhujī. I received this knowledge from Gurujī and Dev Purījī. That primordial time had no divisions like Christianity or Islam; now we … read more »
Webcast from Jadan
The glory of satsa g is celebrated on Guru Pūrṇimā.Satsa g is the association with truth and the truthful. It is of two types: satsa g and kusa g. Satya is that which exists in the past, present, and future; that truth is God. The … read more »
The strength of the female energy
The feet and fingers are powerful centers of energy and relaxation.Focus completely on the soles of the feet and the tips of the fingers. Connect them through gentle touch and awareness. This practice channels immense energy for health, peace, and happiness. The entire life force resides … read more »
Bhramari pranayama and concentration on the navel
The practice of Brahmari begins.Place your index fingers in your ears to block outside sound. Keep your hands and elbows steady. Perform the sound eleven times, not for very long. Remain relaxed and attuned to your own feelings; do not … read more »
The Radiance of the Name
The radiance of the divine name is the supreme reality.The name is not a mere word; it is the very form of the divine. Chanting the name with devotion dissolves all illusion and suffering. It purifies the heart and mind, connecting the individual soul to … read more »
Concentration onn the navel
Daily spiritual practice is as essential as breathing.Without consistent effort, nothing can be sustained. Begin with devotion to Hanuman, for without that foundation, no progress is possible. The practice itself is the real achievement, known as the yogic sleep of the yogis. Maintain … read more »