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Evening satsang from Strilky
Love unites, while greed and jealousy divide.Love creates unity, and ignorance creates division. Ego destroys, and jealousy makes the impossible occur. A story illustrates how greed destroys love. Two loving brothers discovered a great treasure of gold. While one went to fetch … read more »
Morning satsang from Strilky
Parents are instruments of our karma, serving to place us on the path.Their practical work in raising a child is immense, a point for deep thankfulness. A human birth, granted through parents, is the rare chance for liberation. They are our first gurus, teaching within the realm of … read more »
Public lecture in Brno
Peace arises from universal love, not from greed or conflict.Human history is filled with war, stemming from endless greed for power and wealth. Unlike animals, human mental hunger is insatiable. A story illustrates this: a proud king is humbled by a beggar with a bottomless … read more »
The Grace of the Guru
The grace of the Guru makes everything possible.Realize the profound fortune of having the Guru's presence and darśana. In the Guru's realm, all things are achievable through his grace, but one must be open to receive it. Self-blackmail, the thought of being small … read more »
Closing satsang from Vep
The unshakable knowledge is found within direct experience, not second-hand accounts.Observe what is happening within yourself. Any event, even one that initially seems terrible, contains something good to learn. This discovered knowledge is permanent and cannot be taken away. Time is perpetually gone; do not cry … read more »
YIDL Presentation
Yoga is the balancing principle, a science of living for strength, harmony, and peace.This holistic system promotes physical, mental, social, and spiritual health through a graded, practical path. It integrates exercises, breathwork, deep relaxation, and meditation to purify the body and calm the mind. The practice fosters self-awareness and … read more »
Afternoon practice from Vep
The practice of āsana and prāṇāyāma harmonizes body and mind.Vajrāsana calms digestion and emotions by influencing key energy centers. Correct posture in variations like Marjariāsana strengthens the spine. Shoulder rotations and specific gazes release tension and align breath. Āsanas like Vīrāsana address fear by working … read more »
Twenty five years of YIDL in Croatia
The spiritual lineage of Śrī Alakh Purījī Siddha Pīṭha brings the light of yoga to the world.This lineage descends from ancient Himalayan sages. Śrī Dev Purījī established an āśrama in Rajasthan in the late 19th century. His disciple was Bhagavān Śrī Deep Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī, who taught that all beings carry a divine … read more »
On Devapurījī
Devapurījī is our Satguru, an incarnation of Śiva, the self-manifested Svayaṃbhū principle.Incarnations descend by free will to liberate beings bound by karma, appearing in human form but possessing all divine powers naturally. He was a miraculous child who went to the Himalayas, joining the Siddhas—perfected yogīs beyond … read more »
The Worship of the Elements
The five elements are divine and must be revered as God.A sun festival exists in Europe, involving a burning wheel. Similar reverence is for water, Jal Devatā. Polluting water harms us. Fire, Agni Dev, is life; our body's heat is a divine automatic system. Fire purifies … read more »
Peace Prayer in Erd, Szazhalombatta
A multifaith gathering offers prayers for world peace through shared invocation and wisdom.Representatives from various traditions light a flame and offer prayers. A Hindu chant seeks guidance from unreality to reality, darkness to light, and mortality to immortality. A Christian prayer asks for illumination of intellect and will … read more »
Around the world - Khatu pranam
A praṇāma is a greeting and a practice that transforms energy.It aligns the spinal column and expels impurities, cleansing the entire system. This work is prepared through breath control, mantras, and energetic concentration. The practice requires the transformation of both the individual and the place itself. … read more »
Swamiji's public lecture in Erd Szazhalombatta
The sweetness of the divine name and the path of yoga lead to peace.The divine name holds an indescribable sweetness that removes worldly desires. Speaking the name costs nothing and all names refer to the same divinity. Saints are incarnations, distinct from ordinary birth, though often unrecognized. God is … read more »
The Nature and Power of Holy Places
Holy places are discovered through human experience and consecrated by spiritual practice.Since ancient times, humans have sought meaning and discovered locations where spiritual energy is concentrated. People found healing at specific natural sites, sharing these experiences until a collective belief formed. This process is innate, similar to … read more »
Mahaprabhujis Mahasamadhi Satsang celebrations, from Jadan Ashram, India 2/3
The devotional call is to move slowly and steadily towards the divine abode, breaking the bonds of worldly attachment.Recite the name of the Lord, for there is no one in this world but Him. Personal achievements and high mansions built through countless efforts of maya are ultimately understood as transient. The grace of the … read more »
Mahaprabhujis Mahasamadhi Satsang celebrations, from Jadan Ashram, India 1/3
The Guru is the root of all spiritual understanding and grace.Without the Guru, nothing can be known. The Guru's lineage is an eternal vine of nectar. One must recognize the true essence of the Guru, for the form is merely the face; the real Guru is … read more »
Christmas Satsang with Swamiji, Vienna, Austria
The Ātmā is immortal and eternal, but the body made of five elements will pass away.In this Kali Yuga, true spiritual masters are becoming rare, as materialism influences all religions. A genuine master has renounced selfishness and possesses equal vision and a simple life. Humility brings one closer to others, while … read more »
Swamijis closing Satsang from Vep, Hungary
The warmth of satsa g reveals the light of truth.Through spiritual practice and togetherness, warmth is felt even in winter. The highest joy is darśan, being in the presence of divine love. Love is everything; it unites, opens all blockages, and removes obstacles. This love … read more »
Swamijis evening Satsang from Vep, Hungary
The sun is the sole source of energy and the regulator of all life.It is the measure of time, governing days and seasons. The entire water cycle, from rain to rivers, is driven by solar heat. All food grows through photosynthesis, requiring sunlight. This energy, called Prāṇa, enters the … read more »
Swamijis morning Satsang from Vep, Hungary
Meditation is the path to clarity and divine connection.Begin by relaxing the body completely and observing the breath. This practice harmonizes daily stress and prepares consciousness for divine will. Specific breathing techniques regulate bodily systems. The ultimate aim of life is to be with … read more »
Swamijis morning Satsang in Prague, Czech Republik
The inner journey requires personal change and self-examination to fulfill our spiritual purpose.First, you must become the change you wish to see. Look within yourself. Assess your spiritual work, your ego, anger, and past wrongs. Repair this through prayer and mantra. Life's time is limited; do not miss … read more »
Youth and Ethic Education, Prague, Czech Republic
Working with youth when everything seems wrong requires understanding, discipline, and love.Young people with difficult starts often cannot identify their feelings or know what they truly want. Their hearts are broken from receiving harm when they should have received good, making them unable to accept goodness. They … read more »
Youth and Ethic Education, Prague, Czech Republic
Ethical education begins in the family and extends throughout society.The search for goodness is natural to human nature. Youth is a phase for learning societal rules and understanding the world. Teachers must possess qualities and uphold principles to impart wisdom correctly. A loving family environment … read more »
Swamijis lecture about Mahaprabhuji
Khattu is a sacred land central to our spiritual lineage.Bhagavān Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Mahāprabhujī lived there for 135 years. The ashram with its banyan tree is where he gave the Śrī Vijñāna Dīpa Gītā, composed bhajans, and held satsa g. His Holiness Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandjī … read more »
The Witness of the Banyan Tree
The nature of divine incarnation and the essence of guru devotion.Divine consciousness manifests through holy incarnations. The luckiest are those who recognize a Master within their lifetime, for we often understand too late. A disciple's service is his true spiritual practice, a surrender of ego through … read more »
Swamijis Public Lecture from Novi Sad, Serbia
Life is a state of hunger, a universal longing for happiness and love.From the beginning, two forces exist within creation: divine positive energy and negative demonic energy, perpetually in conflict. Above these is knowledge, which harmonizes them when attained. This wisdom reveals our temporary existence as guests on … read more »
Swamijis closing Lecture in Belgrade, Serbia
The Sun's sacred energy is central to health and spiritual practice.The first morning ray, Uṣā, imbues water kept in a copper pot, creating a potent drink called Uṣā Pāna. This practice is considered supreme medicine. Different solar positions throughout the day hold distinct meanings, reflected in … read more »
Swamijis Morning Lecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Health rests on three pillars: diet, prāṇāyāma, and āsana.Illness is largely connected to diet, an addiction of quantity over need. Reduce intake by sixty to seventy percent gradually; this cultivates healthy hunger, not craving. Proper quantity brings energy, strengthens immunity, and allows the body … read more »
Swamijis evening Satsang, Belgrade, Serbia
Yoga integrates ancient wisdom into modern existence.Ancient wisdom is perfect and reveals the sustainable, God-made world. Modern knowledge is imperfect, describing the unsustainable, man-made world. Human manipulation of nature, through genetic techniques and greed, creates imbalance and disease. True wisdom lies not … read more »
Satsang Guruji Ashram - Satsang Sense of Life
The purpose of human life is Self-realization and liberation from the cycle of birth and death.We forget our divine promise upon entering the material world. The soul has wandered through countless miserable lives, powerless and confined. We were granted this human life by divine mercy, a precious opportunity not to be … read more »
Swamijis Public Lecture in Belgrade, Serbia
Ancient wisdom provides guidance for modern life.The fundamental struggle arises from attachment to the body, which is impermanent and a source of fear. All creatures share this fear and the master of hunger. Life consumes life in a sustainable cycle. Humans possess … read more »
Swamijis Diwali message
Life is a festival of happiness determined by our own perception.Being present in this hall of past meditation is a rare fortune born of good karma, overcoming life's many obstacles. Today is doubly auspicious, marking both Diwali and a sacred incarnation day from an ancient lineage. … read more »
Swamijis morning lecture from Warsaw, Poland (4/4)
The subject is Kuṇḍalinī and Chakras.Energy exists everywhere, and where energy circulates, there is a chakra. The Earth Chakra connects us to the ground; walking barefoot activates it. A practice of walking on stones and sand at home provides acupressure and … read more »
An Evening Satsaṅg: On Karma, Compassion, and the Chakras
This life is given to solve all karmas.Only now can we act. Through good deeds, prayers, and meditation, we influence purification. Do not expect reward; serve selflessly as a mother cares for a child. This is niṣkāma karma. Do not deny material life; … read more »
The Path of Memory and Awakening
The human system contains immense dormant potential within 72,000 energy channels.This inner richness is like jewels at the ocean floor, requiring correct practice to access. Without proper technique and daily sādhanā, one cannot safely activate these profound energies. The aim of life must be known to … read more »
Swamijis public lecture in Warsaw, Poland.
The human body contains hidden powers: Kuṇḍalinī energy and cakras.The endless universe is the womb of the Divine Mother, filled with cosmic consciousness and energy. This same energy flows through 72,000 channels in the body. The aim of human life is Self-realization to escape the … read more »
Swamijis public lecture in Poprad, Slovakia
Yoga is the science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul.The individual self is a part of the Universal One, like a wave is part of the ocean. Human life is given to realize this oneness and return to our origin, the Cosmic Self. This journey … read more »
Swamijis public lecture in Spisska Nova Ves, Slovakia
The key to health and happiness is integrating yoga into daily life.Unhappiness stems from our thinking, not circumstances. Accepting life situations reduces suffering. Mental attitudes create conflict through discrimination based on race or religion. Change your thinking to change your life. Clear vision and sustained effort make … read more »
Swamijis public lecture in Kosice, Slovakia
Haṭha Yoga is the harmonization of the sun and moon energies within the human system.Autumn signifies nature's renunciation, mirroring the human necessity to eventually let go of all things. Seasonal changes affect all life, making this an ideal time for purificatory kriyās to remove toxins and strengthen immunity. Authentic Haṭha … read more »
The Role of Yoga in the Modern World
Yoga works globally through action for peace, education, and protecting all life.Modern technology and democracy provide comfort and rights, yet their misuse creates harm. Weapons and corruption are violence, opposing the ancient principle of nonviolence. Understand others' pain to be truly spiritual. Avoid all symbols of violence, … read more »
Swamijis public lecture in Humenne, Slovakia
Truth and harmony are found within, not through external measurement or conflict.Knowledge, love, and God cannot be measured. The search for truth is an inner journey; what you seek, you already are. Problems arise from emotional domination and greed. Yoga is the ancient practice leading to the … read more »
Swamijis morning lecture from Humenne, SK
Yoga in Daily Life unites hearts and serves as a bridge for peace.The practice extends beyond postures and breath. It is a system developed for human anatomy and all traditions. It supports ethical education and environmental care. Practitioners become messengers of peace, embracing neighbors with love and understanding. … read more »
Swamijis evening Satsang form Humenne, SK
The practice of yoga is for the body, mind, and soul.Many destructive forces work against the body and mind without permission, like dust accumulating on a clean surface. Mental pollution is the core problem, creating all divisions and physical pollution in the world. The body is … read more »
Closing satsang from Umag, Croatia
A ten-day gathering provided a profound opportunity for purification and release.Such extended immersion allows deep healing, akin to a sustained treatment that strengthens one's spiritual constitution. The practice of trāṭak, focusing on a flame, releases accumulated tensions and stress. This focused vision is a means to … read more »
Morning Yoga practice, Umag, Croatia (9/9)
A morning sādhana sequence integrates breath, movement, and awareness.Begin by warming the body with gentle stretches and deep breathing. Practice foundational āsanas like Pavanamuktāsana and Marjaryāsana to activate the spine and muscles. Flow through a warming sequence, coordinating each motion with inhalation and exhalation. … read more »
World peace and present situation - summit
Non-violence is the foundation of lasting peace and personal transformation.The tree is a profound symbol of non-violence. It stands rooted, offering shade and fruit without retaliation, enduring all seasons. This principle requires deep, collective effort. True change begins within; one must embody the peace they … read more »
Day of Non-Violence for World Peace - Umag, Croatia
This gathering commemorates the International Day of Non-Violence, honoring Mahātmā Gandhi's legacy.The event, organized by the Śrī Svāmī Madhavānanda World Peace Council, continues a tradition of peace prayers begun in 2001. Hundreds assemble on the coast to share dialogue, plant a peace tree, and light candles. The … read more »
The Flow of Breath and Mantra
Connect breath and mantra in meditation.Allow the breath to move freely, linking the inhalation through the nostrils to the stomach's movement. Find where the breath touches the center of the chest. Practice with a personal mantra and mālā. Without a personal … read more »
The Power of Will and the Practice of Trāṭak
The path to liberation requires overcoming destructive habits and cultivating willpower through personal discipline.Habits govern life, imprisoning individuals in unhealthy patterns. Freedom depends solely on oneself; one must decide to change. The world is filled with trouble, primarily from violence within families. Harmony arises from mutual respect between husband … read more »
Afternoon Yoga practice, Umag, Croatia
Gentle forward bends and backbends allow for intimate discovery of the body's condition and needs.Practice in tune with the body, dedicating the effort to the higher self. Use supports to create firm foundations, focusing on creating length and space. Work with the breath to soften and explore the corners of … read more »