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A Guided Practice for Body and Mind
A guided practice integrates body and mind through specific postures and awareness.Begin by concentrating on the toes, then move awareness upward, relaxing each body part. Coordinate breath with movement, observing the stomach's expansion and contraction. Perform deliberate contractions and stretches, noting the sensations in muscles and joints. … read more »
Keep balance while you are practicing
Yoga is a lifelong practice for body, mind, and spirit.It is an ancient science for health and self-realization, not merely physical exercise. Many misunderstand it, turning it commercial, but true yoga overcomes stress and brings peace. It is for all ages and walks of life, … read more »
The first wealth is health
The first happiness is a healthy body.Without the body, there is nothing. It is easy to dismiss the body when healthy, but illness reveals its importance. This body is a divine gift, a perfectly balanced system given freely. We must keep it … read more »
Shiva changed poison into nectar
Śiva is the light of liberation, the divine harmony of truth and beauty.He acts when human effort is exhausted, rescuing devotees. This harmony is balance, devoid of conflict and selfishness. Śiva, as Mahādeva, is the greatest power. The individual soul (Jīvātmā) is connected to the Ātmā, which is … read more »
Whole world is one family
Yoga is an ancient discipline embodying unity and a holistic approach to well-being.Its global propagation promotes peace and interconnectedness. The world faces turmoil, war, and pollution, requiring fresh thinking and humanism. Security cannot come from arms alone but from a peaceful mind. Problems like greed and corruption are … read more »
Spiritual festivals
Human life is designed for service, protection, and understanding creation, not for ego-driven destruction.The great saints designed daily life with sacred festivals and observances to occupy the mind with spirituality, creating peace and leaving no time for violence. Modern technology, while good, grows destructive, but divinely ordained traditions are … read more »
Mahashivaratri
The resonance of Aum is the primordial technique to connect awareness with Cosmic Consciousness.This sound pervades the universe and awakens Śiva. A protocol exists for divine invocation, beginning with Gaṇeśa to remove obstacles, ensuring the success of subsequent worship. The essence of Śivarātri is the transition from darkness to … read more »
I will be Thine
True devotion transcends all distance.Where there is pure love for the Divine, separation cannot exist. This love connects soul to soul, uniting the devotee with God. Physical proximity is irrelevant when bhakti is present; without it, even a neighbor feels … read more »
Lecture with Vishwaguruji
The path of yoga is for self-realization, which is not easily attained.The true Self, Ātmā, is one with the highest reality and is untouched by karma. The soul, or Jīvātmā, is bound by the wheel of action and reaction. Human birth grants the intellect and freedom to … read more »
The way out from the cave of this World
The cave symbolizes the soul's journey from primal simplicity through spiritual seeking to ultimate liberation.Ancient nature was pristine and abundant, a direct manifestation of the Divine Mother. Humans were happier with less, finding palaces in natural caves whose pyramid-like shape held energy for health and long life. This was a … read more »
God is the father of all creatures
Spirituality is rich food for development, not easily digested but granting health and happiness.Satsa g clarifies doubts through discussion of the divine, beyond all dualities of form or belief. God is one, whether perceived as personal or impersonal; the impersonal is the ātmā, where non-duality is knowledge. Seeing God's … read more »
Searching for the Guru
The body is a divine vehicle for the soul's journey.A disciple suffered severe brain damage and paralysis from an accident. Years later, a second accident caused further injury, with doctors offering a dire prognosis. A spiritual teacher was urgently summoned to the hospital's intensive care … read more »
Questions to Gurudev
Spiritual practice is an immeasurable inner process, not a quantifiable study.It cultivates humility and compassion, guided by the principle of non-violence: do not do to others what you dislike for yourself. Techniques like seeing auras are mere toys compared to this core development. Liberation is the … read more »
Gurumantra is the prana in the body
The essence of spiritual practice is devotion to the guru and adherence to the guru's word.Meditation without a mantra is incomplete, and the supreme mantra is received from the guru. The human body and the entire universe are intricate divine creations, each part with sacred purpose and discipline. The guru principle … read more »
Healing power of God's name
The energy of the body and spiritual immunity are central to well-being.Chanting the divine name creates positive vibration and healing sound therapy. Sound and inner color perception are important, but arise without force. Foreign energies enter through interaction, contact, or consumption, disrupting one's purity and causing agitation, … read more »
Taste of the Divine Nectar
The spiritual path is about tasting true realization, not pursuing powers without discipline.Amāvasyā is powerful for sādhana seeking siddhi, but without discipline, such practices harm like overeating. Our path is sāttvic yoga, ensuring harmony and development without harm. Modern yoga often lacks depth, taught by those with mere … read more »
Don't sleep in a dream of ignorance
Awaken to life's true purpose before the train of time departs.Life is given according to destiny and karma, not age. The moment of departure is unknown. One must become alert and conscious to board the train; it will not wait. All worldly attachments—family, possessions, country—are left … read more »
Think over what you have realized the past year
Oṁ is the primordial seed of all creation, present within each being.This sound lies dormant at the navel, manifesting as the three levels of Parā, Paśyantī, and Vaikharī, corresponding to the divine trinity and the three qualities of nature. It permeates past, present, and future. Our destiny … read more »
Yoga: practice and theory
Yoga is the discipline of reunion with the divine source.The word signifies oneness, union, and balance. We are all individual expressions of the one universal reality, like apples from a single tree. A curtain of ignorance obscures this truth, but belief does not alter the … read more »
Eat well and practice
The beauty of life is found in its natural state, not in artificial enhancements.Nature displays a beautiful spectrum of color and age. Fashion and chemical products like makeup stem from desire, which hinders higher consciousness. These items are expensive, full of chemicals, and create dependency while damaging the skin. … read more »
Meaning of Satguru
The spiritual lineage of the Satguru is the highest principle for liberation.Humanity began near Mount Kailāśa. The first human was Śiva, the universal consciousness without parents. He manifested the spiritual sciences and the trinity: Brahmā the creator, Viṣṇu the sustainer, and Śiva the liberator. Two parallel energies … read more »
Sharad Purnima 2015
The root of suffering is acting opposite to our true nature, driven by greed, competition, and attachment.Worldly ambition creates conflict and karma, like companies overproducing or teachers clinging to students. This ignorance prevents the bliss of being. Authentic spirituality requires letting go, giving, and practicing real yoga—a science of body, mind, and … read more »
Blessing the new ashram in Debrecen
The purpose of human life is to realize our divine nature and achieve liberation.I travel globally to serve our community and projects, from India to the United Nations, focusing on environmental protection, education, and peace. Our work grows like a tree from a seed. True service means caring for … read more »
Evolution of the Universe
The essence of practice is discipline, and the nature of being is pure consciousness.You began yoga seeking health and peace. Interest grows through study, but a gram of practice outweighs tons of theory. Consistent daily discipline is essential, like daily nourishment. Begin practice now, not tomorrow. Morning practice, though … read more »
Yoga can help
Yoga is a holistic science for body, mind, and soul, leading to health and liberation.It is an ancient practice for physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. Health is life; without it, there is only suffering. Daily practice purifies the inner instrument, dispelling the darkness of ignorance and negative thoughts. The … read more »
Pranayama: practice and theory
Prāṇa is the vital energy influenced by the food and company one consumes.A sādhu, strict in his practice, refused a meal offered by a bandit, knowing its energy was tainted. The bandit, transformed by the encounter, later arranged for pure food to be sent from a restaurant. After … read more »
Fundamentals of practicing yoga
Āsana is a posture for practice, not liberation itself.The spine must be straight and the body relaxed, as in Vajrāsana, but any comfortable position allows breathing. The word 'āsana' holds multiple meanings: a seat, a bed, or a yoga mat. Language requires discernment between … read more »
Navaratri - awaken the energy in you to awaken the inner joy
Sanātana Dharma is the eternal principle of life present in all existence, from vegetation to matter like crystals and sand.This life force is balanced and moves within Sanātana, becoming visible and beautiful in living forms. Within a single body, countless microscopic lives interact in a constant, gentle process. Thus, one life encompasses many souls. This … read more »
Yoga helps us to remove inner obstacles
The inner obstacles of habit, ego, and laziness are the true barriers to be removed.Outer obstacles are simple to avoid, but inner ones torture us lifelong. Wrong thinking, pride, and jealousy are difficult to overcome. Humbleness is the antidote to ego. Laziness is the biggest enemy, preventing spiritual and professional … read more »
Khatu Pranam with Mantras
Kaṭhūpraṇām is a practice for peace and harmony.It originates from a holy mountain where all religions coexist. The accompanying mantra invokes peace in all elements and within oneself. This practice is designed to create harmony between humanity and nature, as yoga postures are … read more »
Yoga for a Healthier and Happier Life
Yoga is the science for achieving health and peace through the balance of body, mind, and soul.The universe originated from Śiva, the self-manifesting source of all resonance and light, who bestowed the principles of creation and sustenance upon Brahmā and Viṣṇu. True yoga is an ancient practice from India, a land of … read more »
YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: Summary
Creation arises from the silent void where consciousness has no desire and inert matter cannot act.Between them, the divine will, Icchā Śakti, awakens. From the resonance of Parabrahman, the sound Oṁ manifests as the first vibration. From sound comes light, then the elements, and the entire universe. This process is a … read more »
YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace
Yoga is a path of non-violence, truth, and inner change that becomes one's religion—a connection to life.Real yoga is compassionate action, not mere talk. We often live like kings, for whom no kingdom is enough, yet we must learn the sharing spirit of fakirs. Truthfulness is essential; peace comes only when our … read more »
YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: How to realize peace
Spirituality is the alignment of one's internal system and the admission of not knowing.Renounce for others, feeling everyone as your own. Change yourself to see change in the world. Spiritual growth begins with developing peace within. Yoga is a path to this peace, aiming for union and burning the … read more »
YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: NASA, UFOs and Prana
The mystery of prāṇa parallels the modern scientific quest for reality.Science began by investigating the physical world, discovering matter and energy are interchangeable, as shown by E=mc². Yet creating life from DNA molecules proved impossible, revealing a limit. This led to inquiries into consciousness, prāṇa, and … read more »
YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace: Medical view of Yoga
The path of renunciation and the science of yoga are one.Worldly awards are meaningless; true purpose is found in sacrifice and discipline. Yoga is an ancient science for health, proven by modern research. It begins with discipline, now. Renunciation is using wealth for service, not for … read more »
A Call for a New Paradigm: From Storytelling to Unconditional Love
The current world system is unsustainable, rooted in a flawed paradigm focused on the external and material.A story illustrates how seeking divinity solely through external science leads to the conclusion it does not exist, while it resides within the human heart. Everyone desires respect, love, and happiness, yet these are withheld, creating … read more »
A Call for Spiritual Leadership and Holistic Education
The foundation of peace is yoga and non-violence, leading to global transformation.The International Day of Yoga was adopted by acclamation, honoring the ancient practice that offers an alternative in harmony with one's essence. Non-violence is the key to global survival, a principle exemplified by Mahatma Gandhi. The … read more »
YOGA - a Path to Non-Violence and World Peace (1/3)
Yoga is a path to nonviolence and world peace, aligning with the International Day of Non-Violence which honors Mahatma Gandhi.This observance promotes a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding. Yoga contributes to this by improving individual health and fostering peaceful relations, offering a simple and inclusive means for physical and spiritual well-being that promotes respect … read more »
Vedas and the meaning of mala
The essence of knowledge and life is profound and vast.Holy books like the Bible or Quran are man-made records of a prophet's message, but they are holy as they come from the Holy Spirit, the awakened consciousness. The Vedas are different; they are not man-made … read more »
Trikal Darshi
The path to Trikāla Darśī, seeing past, present, and future, requires mastering yogic siddhis through strict discipline and purification.These divine powers, like distant vision or telepathy, are granted but can be lost through misuse or impurity. The story of Sañjaya illustrates this: he received divine sight to narrate the Mahābhārata war but lost it … read more »
Make a clear decision
Inner resolve and disciplined practice manifest our deepest intentions through divine grace.Positive wishes and thoughts will materialize. Negative thoughts may arise but do not prevail. Success requires firm resolve and unwavering discipline, without counting time. This principle applies to spiritual growth, health, and all endeavors. A resolve, … read more »
International Day of Peace from Zagreb
Peace is the essential state we must realize and extend to all creation.The breath of life is God's gift, the very prāṇa that sustains us. True peace begins with gratitude for this freedom. Yet, our world is fractured; refugees seek peace while being called a disturbance. We celebrate … read more »
Happy Family
Family harmony and spiritual practice are the foundation of a meaningful life.True family provides support in both joy and sorrow. Modern life scatters families across the globe, weakening these essential bonds. The purpose of life is not found in quarreling, gossiping, or struggling for money. Time is … read more »
The meaning of Yoga
The divine resonance is the manifestation of God, from which all creation arises.This universe is endless, with a horizon that recedes as one approaches. The center of this universe is mirrored in the human body, beginning at the navel where the individual soul enters. Life develops from this … read more »
Only the One is the truth
Dharma and family harmony are central to navigating modern life.Dharma is of two kinds: selfish and selfless. Selfish dharma forces personal desires, leading to transient outcomes like frequent divorce. Selfless dharma supports parents, children, and neighbors, creating stability. Modern life brings family disharmony, often from … read more »
The blessings we receive originate from Gurudev
Good actions create a multiplying effect of benefit, just as harmful ones spread suffering.Every deed sets a chain in motion. Supporting a project like moving stone provides income for drivers, miners, and their families, who then support shopkeepers and others. This ripple sustains hundreds. Similarly, a spiritual practice purifies … read more »
Don't think that you are carrying the whole load
Divine incarnations manifest for specific purposes and as continual spiritual guides.God descends as Nimit Avatāra to restore dharma, protect devotees, and destroy negativity whenever required. Śiva is the primordial universal energy, both creator and destroyer in a perpetual cycle. Specific incarnations like Narasiṃha, Rāma, and Kṛṣṇa … read more »
Mantra and Guru Kripa
Life is the divine presence within all awareness.Without remembering God, existence is wasted. Begin now, for it is never too late. Actions performed without God's name are temporary obligations, but the seeds of mantra sown in consciousness remain forever. Many claim mantra is … read more »
Practicing with the Master
The session explores the five upaprāṇas, the subsidiary vital energies supporting bodily functions.Nāga Prāṇa removes blockages and toxins. Kūrma Prāṇa controls the eyelids, protecting and moisturizing the eyes. Devadatta Prāṇa governs actions like yawning to expel toxins. Kṛkal acts as an emergency response, triggering reactions like vomiting or … read more »