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Purity is important in every level
Knowledge is a seed within, requiring daily cultivation through sacred texts and pure living.Sacred texts like the Śiva Purāṇa and Bhagavad Gītā contain immense knowledge. A small daily reading plants this seed within, which grows into understanding. This knowledge reveals our inherent unity and divinity. True practice extends beyond … read more »
Webcast from Strilky
The living God is known through reverence for all life.Yoga spread from its source to many lands. Teachings and blessings from the great masters are present, as if God is with us. A divine presence has been brought forth through devotion. The essence is received … read more »
Relaxation and Bari Khatu Pranam
The practice is to realize oneself as the bliss of Ānanda.Begin by lying down and relaxing the entire body completely. Systematically feel and release each part, from the toes to the head. This state of deep relaxation and awareness is Ānanda Āsana. In this posture, one … read more »
Practising led by Vishwaguruji
A guided practice integrates physical postures with meditation focused on the navel center, or nābhi.Begin with physical stretches to prepare the body and mind. Raise the hands and legs, coordinating movement with breath. A teacher may demonstrate the sequence for clarity. The postures aim to create relaxation and bodily awareness. … read more »
How shall we go further?
The unity of all beings resides in the divine.Different paths and names lead to the same truth. All are coming to the Guru's grace. The soul is one, like a drop returning to the ocean. The physical body and worldly possessions are temporary and … read more »
Practicing with Vishwaguruji
This practice integrates Sarvahitā Āsana and Bādhikhatu Praṇām for holistic well-being.Begin by lying down to relax and stretch the entire body. Perform Sarvahitā Āsana by bending both knees to one side while turning the head to the opposite side, then repeating on the other side. This … read more »
Bhajans help us to find our path
The master is the guiding principle within all existence.This guidance begins with parents and extends through teachers and saints, leading the soul toward knowledge. A separate, internal master exists from the womb, directing each unique life's path. Humans are granted superior capacity but often … read more »
Concentration on Alakh Puriji
A meditation on becoming one with the divine energy within and without the body.Sit comfortably and close your eyes. Concentrate on your whole body, from head to legs and back. Focus on each part. Today, concentrate on Alak Purījī. Become your being completely thyself, for Alak Purījī is within … read more »
We are on the path of Alakh Puriji
The practice of yoga and light sustains us on the spiritual path.I traveled extensively during a clear period, witnessing the strength of practitioners who remained healthy despite widespread illness. The specific practice of Brahmari Prāṇāyāma has been crucial for health. I taught its techniques, which involve balancing … read more »
Celebration of the anniversary of the Indian Republic Day
Celebrating India's Republic Day and the integration of yoga into life.The gathering celebrates India's Republic Day, marking the Constitution's establishment of democracy for all citizens. The event includes cultural performances, devotional music, and a focus on the Yoga in Daily Life system. A physical demonstration shows … read more »
Practising yoga strengthens the immune system
Yoga practice supports health and has spread globally.The community largely remained well, though some with prior conditions needed care. Illness returned partly due to neglecting precautions. Many worldwide adopt yoga and renounce harmful habits. Practice in India exists but depth varies, with strong … read more »
Full moon Satsang with Vishwaguruji
Yoga Nidrā is the awakened sleep of the yogi.This practice originates from Śiva and the Himalayan yogis. It was transmitted through the lineage of Mahāprabhujī, Devpurījī, and Alakhpurījī, now shared globally. This sleep is not ordinary; it is a state of full bodily rest … read more »
Bhramari helps you sleep well
The spirit of service manifests through selfless action and the power of practice sustains well-being.All teachings and satsangs are given freely, without charge. During times of crisis, aid is organized and distributed directly to those in need, providing essentials like food and water. The practice of yoga and a disciplined … read more »
Asanas for everyone and Bhramari pranayama
The practice of Sarvahitāsana integrates physical discipline with inner spiritual energy.The journey is internal, anchored in consistent practice and personal experience. True progress comes from slow, dedicated effort, not from haste. Many techniques exist, but their transmission depends on sincere reception and sharing. The core energy … read more »
Don't kill and understand everybody
The path is the journey of the individual soul back to the universal source.All beings are part of a cycle of consumption and rebirth. The human birth is a unique opportunity to transcend this cycle. The goal is to realize one's true nature as divine, beyond earthly identifications. This … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
The light that upholds the universe is the Guru, the cause of crossing life's ocean.You are that light, upholding divine honor. Meeting the Lord is the greatest honor, sanctifying life through endless cycles. The Guru bestows the jewel of the Supreme Sovereign. Practice Japa and remain absorbed in meditation on … read more »
We are here only temporarily
Birth is an ever-present reality, and unity is found in satsang.We are born from the cosmos, yet the process remains a mystery. Life begins in the womb, a state we cannot recall. Upon birth, individuality emerges; siblings from the same source develop different natures. This diversity … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
The gathering celebrates devotion through song and anticipates coming practice.The day is recognized as significant, with programs planned. Bhajans and satsang are central, serving as a direct connection to the divine. The true Guru is paramount, surpassing even divine forms, for without that guide, neither … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
The Word is the fundamental reality and sole medium for divine connection.All spiritual practice, perception, and liberation arise from and depend upon the sacred Word. Through the Word alone one perceives the divine, receives grace, and gains all knowledge. It is the means of union and the … read more »
We must be in unity
Yoga practice extends from the body to the absolute reality, requiring purity in all aspects, especially food.Many use animal products in medicines and foods, which is not aligned with pure yoga. This impurity in consumption is linked to the rise of diseases like cancer. True yoga teachers and centers uphold sanātana dharma, … read more »
Stories about master and disciple
The path of sādhana requires proper practice, bestowed by the grace of the Guru lineage.Without correct application, efforts bear no fruit. Life must be transformed through this discipline. True sādhana is learned from everyone—family, teachers, and saints. Stories illustrate this. A student, guided to his own tradition, became a great … read more »
Bhramari pranayama and Om chanting
Bhajan and mantra are essential practices for inner cleansing and maintaining the correct path.These disciplines continuously work within the mind to bring the inner self forward toward the divine. Many have diverted toward material pursuits, losing the language and daily practice of their tradition. This shift must be corrected … read more »
Introduction to Bhramari Pranayama
The human body is a microcosm of the universe, and specific practices can harmonize it.Attachment to the true Guru is the sole devotion that pleases the mind, for without understanding, the soul suffers. The priceless human form is meant for realization, where belief destroys the cycles of birth and death. … read more »
Remain in the boat
The Guru is the boat that carries one across the ocean of worldly existence to the shore of liberation.Humans are like birds on that boat, lost and trying to fly on their own over a vast expanse with no direction, only to return exhausted. Without the Guru's guidance, one perishes in the waves. The … 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 »
The search for God
True seeing and yoga are not found in external vision or closed-eye meditation alone.People close their eyes to seek God far away, yet God is present. Real yogis find the divine within the heart. With open eyes, the world's reflections are many and distracting, making single-pointed vision difficult. Neither … read more »
Vaccinate or not vaccinate?
The discourse connects ancient spiritual festivals with modern well-being, emphasizing light, faith, and practical health.Diwali, the festival of light, originated long ago with oil lamps to worship Bhagavān Rāma. This tradition comes from a time of one religion and simple ceremonies. The light represents spiritual goodness contrasted with inner darkness. … 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 »
The Companion of the Three Worlds
The world is an illusion without the remembrance of the Divine.Life is as useless as a bird without wings, a tree without fruit, or a well without water. Without the Name of Hari, nothing has value. Work, anger, greed, and lust are not the path. No … 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 »
What does Sanatana Dharma mean?
Sanātana Dharma is the eternal, natural law based on one's inherent nature, with its foundation in purity.It originates from the time of Śiva, who was first in this creation. The practice begins with purifying one's diet, which purifies the body and mind, allowing entry into the divine. This dharma is ancient and … read more »
Yog and Viyog
Yoga is not merely physical exercise; it originates from Śiva, who is formless yet manifests through the five elements.The human body is composed of these elements, yet within resides the Ātmā, the life force present in every cell. Humans often act without awareness, especially in consumption, unlike animals. This lack of control obstructs the … 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 »
Animals are like our brothers and sisters
The current era is marked by a loss of compassion and health due to consumption of animal products and drugs.In the past, meat was eaten rarely, but now it is a constant desire. This, along with alcohol and drugs, makes people inert. Many young people are now choosing veganism, recognizing animals as brothers who are … 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 »
The relation between humans and God
The oneness of all life is realized through yogic practice.All humans are one, regardless of origin. The first humans emerged alongside divine consciousness. All beings are manifestations of the one God. Consider the ocean and a single drop; the drop is the ocean, yet fears … 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 should feel that we are one
The journey is a return to oneness, like a bird that flies far but returns to its nest each evening.You travel, yet the essential self is not confined by location. The true self, the ātmā, is singular and vast, connecting all beings and even reaching the stars. We are here to meet in love and … read more »
We should have roots
Yoga is a progressive path requiring tailored techniques for growth, like a child advancing through life stages.We must evolve beyond mere physical exercise to teach yoga's full science, especially at universities where its depth is often unknown. Many traditions and teachers exist, each with their own disciples, just as every mother has … 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 »
Read more about the holy scriptures
A call for conscious living and holistic health.Modern life has brought widespread disease, largely due to adulterated food from chemical additives and seed modifications. This harms humanity and all animals. We must return to organic, original foods and teach our children this and … read more »
Be vegetarian or vegan
The Earth sustains all life, and yoga is the path to harmony with it.Yoga in Daily Life is a global spiritual practice for health and peace, distinct from mere physical exercise. The world contains 85 million species across water, earth, and sky. Humans are but one form of life. … 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 »
Yoga is beyond everything
Yoga originates from Śiva and is beyond mere exercise.Śiva manifested the postures by observing all creation, including animals and elements. He provided 84 key postures for health and happiness. The entire cosmos, including the sun and moon, is an expression of Śiva's energy. Śiva … read more »
God is in our heart
The eternal divine tradition and the living God within all existence are present now.Our lineage originates from the primordial consciousness, Śiva, manifesting through the elements across countless ages. Time cycles through Yugas, and now we are in Kali Yuga. Many have lost connection, denying the divine because they seek … read more »
The Science of Yoga
Life originates from divine consciousness and manifests through all beings.Existence emerged from emptiness, with the principle of Śiva giving rise to the elements and all life forms. The attraction between male and female energies sustains creation. Humans have evolved with intellect, developing science, yet our … read more »