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Roots of the Guru Parampara
True yoga proceeds only through grace and the guru paramparā, the unbroken lineage.One must have the roots of the guru, tracing back to the ancient Ṛṣis. This lineage continues until the final moment of a guru's life, when it must be passed to a follower. A true yogī … read more »
Greediness gets its punishment
Yoga is the constant, sudden meeting and balancing of all existence.Many confuse its true nature, seeking to manipulate hidden powers through technique alone, which leads to difficulty. True yoga is not mere physical exercise or ritual; it is the resonance of supreme consciousness. All actions—studying, walking, … read more »
Webcast from Strilky
The hall is a spiritual place, once used to store the grain that was itself seen as divine seed.Now, seeds are being systematically destroyed globally, replaced by those that yield no future crop. This extends to altering the very seed of animals and humans, leading to a future dependence on banks for eggs and … read more »
Only one is Brahman
The mind is like a horse that must be befriended and guided, not a wild force that pulls us.We begin practice with mantras to impress good upon the brain. The horse symbolizes a complete, holy male principle, a singular focus leading to the best place. The Mūlādhāra cakra is the root of practice, balanced … read more »
The Divine Journey to Our Source
The spiritual journey is about seeking our divine source, which is both within us and in sacred places.We travel from our homes to holy sites like Badrinath, filled with longing. This feeling, or bhāva, propels us. Yet, upon arrival, we realize God was with us all along; the devotion itself was the connection. … read more »
The Essence of Mantra and Right Living
Mantras are good words for God, nature, and family, serving as an offering of humility and remembrance.Many holy books across religions contain good teachings, and reading them daily yields endless insight. The morning's first impression is crucial; one should see the divine in parents and the earth. Mantra means the mind fulfilled. … read more »
Nurturing the Future: From Childlike Devotion to the Guru's Key
The foundation of practice is nurturing the childlike mind.Children in Yoga Nidrā receive prasāda and grow with yogic techniques, noticing everything. They are the future who will carry yoga throughout life. The second point is absorption; they take in energy and spirituality through Karma … read more »
Earth and Ocean
The sanctity of earth is fundamental.Holy sites are reclaimed after long struggle, their restoration a collective act of devotion. The earth itself is the primal mother. All beings are born from and return to the earth. Touch the earth daily; walk … read more »
The Inner Color of the Heart
The inner sanctuary is found through humility and recognizing the divine within all life.True spiritual development is not about external education but inner feeling and simplicity. Observing humble sādhus or retired individuals reveals that peace comes from within, not from diplomas or status. The joy seen in children, animals, … read more »
Webcast from Strilky
The path leads from earthly life to cosmic consciousness.Practice must be continuous and integrated, not limited to isolated techniques. Many lokas exist beyond earth, including Brahmaloka, the state of oneness achieved only by the utterly pure. Heaven and hell are not separate places but … read more »
The Essence of True Satsaṅg and Yoga Nidrā
The essence of spiritual practice is to receive the Guru's word, the true nectar that quenches a deep inner thirst.One comes to satsang not for material comforts but to learn and receive grace. All beings seek to satisfy their thirst; an ant needs a little, an elephant needs much. Similarly, humans possess a profound thirst … read more »
The Significance of Nāg Day and the Five Kośas
Today is Nāg Day, a day to honor all life, symbolized by the cobra.All creatures possess a divine life force. The ocean is the universal father, providing life-giving water through prāṇa, while earth is the mother. The human being is composed of five sheaths: the physical, the vital, the … read more »
Guru bhakti will lead you to Brahma Loka
The body is a source of torture, and liberation comes from transcending it.The physical form and its senses torment the soul through pain, disease, and endless desire. This body is a temporary garment, not our true self. The mind, like a thief, is unstable and tricks us. The … read more »
We should colour our heart as clean as the sky
Our origin is a subtle essence from the divine source, and our nature is to merge with the infinite sky of consciousness.We are a minute part of the whole sky, the first element. Our true nature is that vast, spotless sky, yet we do not know how we took form from the five elements. We must become … read more »
How to practice The System Yoga in Daily Life
Systematic practice is essential, not random exercise.Follow the book's clear structure for posture, breath, and duration. Human life involves many duties, unlike animals, but balance is key. We gather to learn, not merely to enjoy temporary comfort. Early yoga classes lacked system, … read more »
Give up your Laziness
The golden hour of Brahmamūrta is the supreme time for spiritual practice.Those who wake early receive great fortune, like birds getting the best fruit. Laziness arrives with the sunrise. The train of time does not wait; you must catch it. This early period brings peace, harmony, and … read more »
The Unity of the Path
The essence of the yogic path is oneness.All paths of yoga ultimately lead to the same destination. The core truth is "Eko Brahma, Dvitīya Nāsti"—there is only one Brahman. Many today play with superficial aspects of yoga, but the eternal path comes from … read more »
We are different but we are one
Our lineage is an ancient spiritual reality connecting all humanity.Our ṛṣi lineage originates from Śiva in the Satyuga, a primordial era for the entire world. Early humans lived simply in nature, yet violence existed. Sacred knowledge, including yoga in its fullest sense, emerged from Himalayan … read more »
How can a yogi be succesfull?
The power of Haṭha Yoga is an inner connection, a perfected internal science.Modern technology allows instant global communication, a human achievement. Yet ancient yogis possessed this ability internally through mental techniques, sending pure messages without negative consequences. This entire science exists within the body, but remains unknown and … read more »
The stone will melt
The sky of the self is the ultimate goal, requiring complete merger into its purity.Achieving this is both simple and profoundly difficult. One must dissolve into that sky, just as water blends into milk. Many cannot understand this truth initially, just as many did not recognize divine figures like Krishna … read more »
A Gathering at the Mahāprabhū Dīp Satsaṅg
This ashram is a center for yoga, culture, and harmony.It is maintained by devotees and supports the local village. People visit from across Europe and beyond for its peaceful atmosphere, clean air, and spiritual education. We offer teachings on Sanskrit, Indian scriptures, and European culture, … read more »
Eating and cooking are important
Fasting is foremost a spiritual nourishment that purifies the body and mind.We often eat excessively and develop harmful habits like chewing tobacco or drinking alcohol, which cause disease. Governments profit from these vices while people suffer. True nourishment comes from controlling intake. Fasting allows the body to … read more »
A Guide to Yogic Living: Diet, Practice, and Tradition
A balanced yogic life integrates diet, practice, and authentic tradition.Eat until full, focusing on vegetables and salads, with minimal grains and oils. Do not eliminate salt; intake may increase with age. Boil water overnight to remove impurities. Practice āsanas like sarvahitāsana consistently for health, not … read more »
The Sanctity of the Guru and the Guru Paramparā
The sanctity of the Guru and the lineage is paramount.We adore all great saints globally, yet one's own Guru is singular, like one's real mother and father. You cannot take your Guru and go to another; that breaks the tradition. Humans are not animals; we … read more »
The Oneness of Guru and Disciple
The oneness of Guru and disciple is the fundamental reality.Physical separation is an illusion. The connection is of the soul, not the body. Just as fish are one with the ocean, the disciple is one with the Guru. This unity persists regardless of physical location … read more »
The Path of Ālak Purī and the Sacred Rivers
The lineage originates from Śrī Ālak Purījī and extends from the Satya Yuga into the present Kali Yuga.We receive light and blessings from the Ālak Purījīs, who reside in astral form in the Himālaya. Finding this path is like using a navigator; we must proceed correctly or risk becoming lost. My Gurudev guides … read more »
Prosperity brings purificationi
The essence of mantra is the inner light of devotion and self-surrender.A mantra like "Oṁ Namaḥ" signifies bowing down to the divine in all. This act opens the heart and purifies. The inner light, or prakāś, is not a physical light but a transcendent illumination within the … read more »
Disciplined practicing is important
The resonance of Oṁ and the discipline of Kriyā Yoga form the foundation of practice.Oṁ is the primordial sound, a vibration that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit. Our spiritual journey involves our entire being, from our origin as an eternal soul. This process is like a seed growing into a … read more »
Sri Guru Atma
Our true nature is the oneness of the inner sky, which is our eternal Self.Physical separation is overcome through spiritual connection and technology, keeping us united in practice. The essence of the Guru and the divine is within us, as expressed in a sacred prayer. This prayer reveals the Guru's … read more »
The Kingdom of Sri Alakhpuriji
Our spiritual lineage is a living river from an ancient source.We adore our roots from the Satyuga and great saints like Ālāpurījī. This path is like the Alaknanda River, flowing powerfully from the Ālakpurījī glaciers. The Pāṇḍavas, over 5,000 years ago, journeyed toward the Himalayas on … read more »
Life is Eternal
The Guru lineage is one, connecting the inner self to the eternal.Physical travel and separation are temporary, while spiritual connection is constant. The body is a temporary vessel; the eternal soul resides within it but is not bound to it. Attachment to the physical leads to suffering. … read more »
The principle of non-violence
A recent global illness was a lesson for humanity alone.This disease did not affect birds, insects, or animals. Humans slaughter creatures, destroy forests, and pollute waters. Many were asked if pure vegetarian practitioners were affected; they were not. The pandemic forced families to reunite and … read more »
Prayer
A prayer and mantra hold immense power for healing during global difficulty.The Guru's complete self-giving is the very breath of life. Chanting connects one to this divine energy. True meditation is an inward feeling, not an external fantasy. The self is a sovereign unity encompassing all life. … read more »
Feel the vibration of the Mantra
The resonance of mantra purifies the body and mind.Chanting the Gāyatrī Mantra generates a powerful vibration felt in every cell, from the earth to the cosmos. This experience is the mantra's true reality, a personal feeling beyond intellectual meanings. The vibration purifies negative thoughts … read more »
Mantra meditation
A prayer for peace and healing in troubled times.We see a negative atmosphere and diseases attacking humanity. This arises because of merciful creatures, though humans do not learn. People will return to negative ways after the disease passes. We are in the Kali Yuga. … read more »
You are one with Thyself
A simple meditation practice is described.Make yourself comfortable. Sit relaxed. The stomach is not moving. After the fourth, close your lips and listen to the vibration in the brain. Place the right hand on the head and the left on the … read more »
Meditation on Om
A guided meditation on the Guru, the Bindu, and Om.Sit comfortably and relax the entire body. Chant Om from the navel to the crown. Collect the presence of the merciful Gurudev. The Guru is all holy saints as one. The light and all joy are … read more »
The Guru's Continuity and the Practice of Yoga Nidrā
The guru lineage is eternal and singular, transcending the physical departure of any teacher.The original Gurudeva remains your guru even after going to Brahmaloka. Successors continue the guidance, yet they are respected as gurubhāī, not as a replacement for that one guru. The practice of Yoga Nidrā is a … read more »
Meditation, and Singing Bhajans
Spiritual practice integrates prayer, meditation, and conscious living.Action is dedicated to the divine principle, Śiva, for the welfare of all beings and oneself, enabling service to family and the world. Spiritual conduct means humbly caring for everyone, responding to adversity without anger. True … read more »
Nada yoga - in practice
The burden of this life is surrendered to the divine.All virtues and faults are offered up. One finds refuge by renouncing worldly form and time. The human body is obtained in a dream world, and one wanders through countless cycles of existence due to ignorance … read more »
Relaxation
A guided relaxation into the Ānanda Āsana posture leads to a discourse on dharma and unity.Lie down in Ānanda Āsana, the posture of bliss, distinct from a corpse. Relax the entire body completely while inwardly repeating your given mantra. This state resides in the Ānandamaya Kośa, the sheath of bliss. All … read more »
Inner Meditation
A guided meditation using a mantra to cultivate inner peace and light.Sit comfortably, close the eyes, and relax the entire body. Feel awareness moving through the physical form from the toes to the head. Chant the mantra internally to connect with the eternal resonance. The mantra invokes … read more »
Purification of the body
A guided meditation on relaxing the body and purifying the heart.Sit comfortably with a straight, relaxed posture. Close your eyes and feel the breath. Systematically bring awareness from the toes and feet upward, acknowledging each part as a vital support. The body is a blessing containing … read more »
Meditation from Jadan
The light of the Guru's feet is the sole focus for liberation.Seeing the Guru's feet separates one from worldly attachment and reveals the inner self. The human form is a cage of five elements where the soul feels trapped. Only by releasing the grip of the mind … read more »
You are within all and all are within you. Mefitation
The breath has four centers: below the navel, above the navel, at the lungs and vocal cords, and resonating at the top of the head.Begin with a deep inhale. Rub your palms together and place them on your face. Then place your palms down and bend forward. Relax and feel the circulation towards the brain, face, muscles, and all five … read more »
A Guided Meditation on Oṁ and the Four Stations
A guided meditation on chanting Oṁ through four stations of consciousness.Sit comfortably with a straight spine and relax. Close the eyes to see within. The chant begins at the navel, the source of one's roots and consciousness. The resonance expands from the navel to the heart … read more »
Pranayama and chanting OM
A guided meditation on breath, mantra, and the correct pronunciation of Oṁ.Sit in a relaxed yogic posture with a straight back. Concentrate solely on the inhalation and exhalation. Coordinate a personal mantra with the breath, half on the inhale and half on the exhale. Maintain this focus, … read more »
Meditation from Vienna
A guided meditation on the sound Oṁ and its journey through four stations of consciousness.Sit comfortably with a straight spine and relax. Close the eyes to see within. The chant originates from the navel, the source of one's roots and consciousness. This resonance expands endlessly beyond all borders, expanding one's … read more »
Meditation from Vep
A guided meditation harmonizes the five sheaths and elements through focused awareness.Relax the entire body from head to toes. Direct all thoughts, feelings, and energy to the origin at the navel, allowing the five elements to harmonize from that point. The mantra resonates spontaneously from the navel … read more »