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About anger
A spiritual discourse on managing anger through wisdom and practical techniques."Anger is a great thief that will take away everything, all valuable things you possess." "You are very wise, very, very wise; you know so many things. The problem is that you do not utilize your … read more »
About depression
A spiritual discourse on the causes and management of depression."Slowly, these disappointments and impressions from the outer world sink into the subconscious mind, which cannot master or contain them all." "The best approach in such a state is to let time pass. One should relax … read more »
One religion
A spiritual discourse on religious unity and the causes of human suffering."One day we must do something... Our Yoga in Daily Life is also planning a beautiful project for war victims, especially soldiers who were injured and are now disabled." "In God's heart, there is no difference... … read more »
Meeting with the bishops
A welcome address and interfaith dialogue in Adelaide."I have become very aware of His Holiness's great spiritual message throughout the world... for humanity, peace, tolerance, and forgiveness." "Yoga in that way is not a part of a particular religion... the principles of yoga … read more »
States of consciousness
A spiritual discourse on consciousness, reality, and the journey of the self."Neither the dream is a reality, nor is this world a reality. The reality is this: the one who knows both, who is present in both types." "It is funny that the self is searching for … read more »
Beggar's pot
A spiritual discourse using a parable to illustrate the nature of desire and the path to inner peace."A beggar's pot is made from the human mind. The human mind knows no satisfaction." "One who is content is ever happy. If you are seeking happiness, then go within yourself in meditation." The speaker narrates … read more »
About animals
A spiritual discourse on animal cruelty, human responsibility, and the barriers to peace and spiritual progress."What is being done now... is that millions of these poor, poor creatures are killed and burned alive. This is the greatest sin humans have ever committed." "As long as animals are tortured, as long as … read more »
Restless mind
A practical teaching on understanding the mind to improve meditation."These desires from the subconsciousness come up like smoke or steam to the conscious mind." "Therefore, control the senses, not the mind." A spiritual teacher explains the mechanics of the mind, detailing how the five senses … read more »
There is God
A spiritual discourse on the nature of reality and the Self."Whatever is changing is not reality, and that which is never changing is the reality. Your Self never changes." "Definitely there is God, whether you believe or not... We are blind from ignorance. We don't know, … read more »
What will be with you?
A spiritual discourse on the solitary nature of death and the purpose of life."Ultimately, in everything we do for ourselves and for others, we must arrive at this point: in which direction are we going, and what will remain with us now?" "You have to go alone. No one … read more »
Ask your self
A spiritual discourse on Bhakti Yoga and the quest for life's purpose."Bhakti Yoga is the most beautiful path of life and the direct way to God. However, we must develop this love, and we cannot develop it unless we know the purpose of our life." "Liberation means … read more »
Love & prayer
A spiritual discourse on the universal necessity of love and devotion for self-realization."Ultimately, we have to come to one point: love. The complete realization of the self takes place through love." "Without Bhakti Yoga, there is no success in human life... the most terrible tragedy which will happen … read more »
Help, o Lord
A spiritual discourse on devotion, divine mercy, and liberation from suffering."Lord, take me out of this cycle. I can do nothing, and it is getting late. But you can do it, Lord. Merciful Lord, please bestow your mercy upon me now. Liberate me." "Lord, I do … read more »
Be a bhakta
A discourse on the nature of bhakti, or devotional love for God."God says, 'I don't need anything... but I have one weak point: that's love. I cannot disobey the love of a devotee.'" "A bhakta gives his life into the hands of God. 'O Lord, O God, … read more »
The meaning of human life
A spiritual discourse on the value and purpose of human life."Our life is one of the best and most precious lives. This is the precious diamond which is given to us." "If humans are doing only that much, where is the difference between humans and animals? … read more »
Dharma & Karma
A discourse on human purpose, dharma, and the nature of religion."Humans are protectors; they are created as protectors, not as destroyers. Therefore, it is valid that two principles are essential for humans: karma and dharma." "To realize your relation is the religion: your relation to God. … read more »
Recycling
A spiritual discourse on the natural law of rebirth, death, and recycling."Therefore, it is certain that whoever is born will die, and whoever has died will be born again." "And therefore, no one should be killed. No one should be killed, either animals or humans, unnaturally, before … read more »
One question
A discourse on the nature of devotion and divine knowledge, framed as a story about the sage Bharadvāja."Though you know all this, still you want to know more about Him." "The more you hear about God, you will become stronger and stronger." The sage Yājñavalkya responds to Bharadvāja's request to know about Lord … read more »
The benefit is in the values
A spiritual discourse on the relationship between value, devotion, and spiritual benefit."The benefit is in the value, the price." "Gain or loss is in your hands. The master will always be the same." A teacher uses the analogy of a fluctuating market price for a pair of … read more »
We are repeating some mistakes
A spiritual discourse on human forgetfulness and its consequences for the self and the planet."We forget very quickly. We begin something new and make the same mistake again." "The cause is the humans, the human deeds... that is the heaviness for Mother Earth." The speaker reflects on the cycle of … read more »
Everything is in your hands
A spiritual discourse on personal responsibility and choice."Everything is in your hands. Your enlightenment is in your hands. Your liberation is in your hands." "Only you can do it; the decision is in your hands. A master, parents, friends, doctors, or even God—they … read more »
Maha Kumbh Mela 5
A spiritual discourse reflecting on the Kumbh Mela experience and the essence of the Guru."Keep your conscience, your intellect, and your devotion pure. Do not fall into doubts. Do not fall into complexes." "The Kumbh Melā is not a religious festival; it is a spiritual festival. And it is for … read more »
Maha Kumbh Mela 4
A spiritual reflection on the transformative power of pilgrimage and the challenge of maintaining purity."Those who return from the Kumbh Melā—their skin is holy, their dress is holy, everything about them is still divine." "But if they then fall into negative karmas, into negative thinking, into kusa gas and impure … read more »
Maha Kumbh Mela 3
A spiritual narrative about a holy bath at the Kumbh Mela and its intended blessings for devotees."It is believed that on the holy occasion of the Kumbh Melā, not only mortal beings... but also invisible divine souls come to bathe." "When I went to bathe there, my sa kalpa or my wish … read more »
Maha Kumbh Mela 2
A personal reflection on the profound experience of attending the Kumbh Mela for the first time."They do not seek comfort there; they do not go for comfort. They go to bathe. They do not see whether the river is dirty or clean." "Where there is love, there is no impurity. Where … read more »
Maha Kumbh Mela 1
A New Year's gathering and spiritual address."In the last two or three months, many things have happened—in your lives, in your bodies, minds, emotions, intellects, and families. Every minute is very active." "Some difficulties and problems come along the way to wake … read more »
Maha Kumbh Mela 6
A brief spiritual address conveying a blessing from the Kumbh Mela."You have received the blessing from the Kumbh Melā, the blessing from the Holy Gurujī." "Therefore, understand, forgive, and bless." An unnamed speaker addresses an audience, congratulating those who attended the Kumbh Mela and stating that … read more »
The discipline
A spiritual discourse on discerning true discipline from laziness and obligation."Discipline requires significant energy... There are times when sleep provides more genuine rest and relaxation than practice would." "You should do what makes you feel happy and relaxed, for that is what your nature requires... We … read more »
The techniques
A spiritual teacher addresses a question about the correct technique for using prayer beads (mālā)."It does not matter. The main thing is that we think of God." "The technique does not liberate us; it will liberate us, our life attitude." In response to a devotee's query about conflicting instructions on … read more »
The judgment
A spiritual parable about judgment and unseen struggles, using the metaphor of a river stone."Consider how many miles it was rolling, how many stones it was hitting, and how many slaps it got until it became so nice, gentle, and beautiful." "Oh, my God, is this person not able to … read more »
Spiritual partners
A spiritual discourse on the challenge of finding a like-minded life partner."I cannot understand; there are so many spiritual partners sitting here, and still you do not find them. If you can find a spiritual partner, then find an unspiritual partner and make him spiritual." "Spiritual people … read more »
About family life
A spiritual discourse on family life, partnership, and spiritual practice."To have someone in life who understands you, who loves you, and who supports you is very important. A partner should never put conditions." "If you force yourself to remain in brahmacarya, it is not good... … read more »
Fear of death
A spiritual discourse addressing fear of death and the nature of the immortal Self."Sometimes I think the whole life is a preparation for the last minute of life. Death opens new dimensions." "Ātmā is pure... No weapon can kill it, no elements can destroy it, and death cannot take … read more »
Human life
A spiritual discourse on the true value of human life and self-realization."The days of a human life are counted only by those minutes and hours in which we think of God." "Whatever has happened in your life, it happens because of you. If you are not here, … read more »
I Will Be Thine Always
A devotional discourse on surrender and the eternal relationship with God."Lord, I have surrendered my life to You, because only with You can I be happy. Even if I have to walk upon stones and thorny paths, even if I have to go through fire." "Anyone … read more »
Qualities
A spiritual discourse on the eternal principle of yoga and inner awakening."Yoga is eternal, a cosmic principle. The energy which governs, balances, and protects the entire universe is Yogamāyā, Yogaśakti; that is yoga." "You may believe what you want to believe... The important thing is that you … read more »
4 kinds of health
A discourse on the four dimensions of health in yoga."In yoga, we speak of four kinds of health: physical health, mental health, social health, and spiritual health." "Spiritual health means tolerance. Tolerance and understanding are profoundly important." The speaker outlines the yogic framework of holistic … read more »
Q and A
A spiritual discourse on life's purpose and practical guidance."The purpose of our life is to be a protector, not a destroyer. Protect the environment, protect God's creation, protect humanity, protect your family, and protect yourself." "To lead a spiritual life means to fulfill your … read more »
Why yoga helps
A lecture on the holistic health system of yoga and its mysterious healing power."Yoga is indeed one of the original therapies in the realm of health." "Yoga is not only those movements; it is given to us with a blessing." The speaker discusses yoga's prominence as a health therapy, … read more »
The ocean of the wisdom
A discourse on the wisdom of ancient sages and the path to self-mastery."One has to dedicate one's life to sit down peacefully at least half an hour a day and dive into the ocean of the wisdom of the ṛṣis." "Simply to cross those borders or remove those … read more »
Yoga Chitta Vritti Nirodah
A spiritual discourse on controlling thought-waves (vṛttis) for peace and mastery."Every thought is like a stone thrown into your consciousness." "Thanks to God that He did not give us that memory from the past." The speaker explains how thoughts enter through the five senses, advocating for … read more »
Discipline
A spiritual discourse on the importance of daily discipline and practice."Discipline is absent where selfishness begins. Discipline is absent when one cannot control desires." "Whether in your profession, if you wish to become rich, to have money, to have a partner, or to have children—anything you … read more »
The power of mantra
A spiritual discourse on the nature and power of mantra."A mantra is a form of prayer. Mantra possesses a healing power. It is one of the most potent energies that exists in the universe." "These channels are the mantras. Mantras are known as vibrations... And … read more »
Yoga means union
A spiritual discourse on the meaning of yoga as union."Yoga means union. It is the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." "The street of love is so narrow, two cannot walk together. Two have to become one; then you can go together." … read more »
Millennium World Peace Summit
A spiritual discourse on the necessity of tolerance and self-realization."It is of the utmost importance that people throughout the world plant the seeds of tolerance in the minds and consciousness of humanity." "The key to realization is practice, and the key to realization is only … read more »
Human qualities
A spiritual discourse on the preciousness and purpose of human life."Human life is the most precious diamond. You will not get this diamond again and again." "The most terrible tragedy which can happen or will happen in life is that one will die without realizing God … read more »
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Rakshabandhan (15.8.2000)
A discourse explaining the traditions and spiritual significance of the Rakshābandhan festival."If you have no sister, you can choose one. And for the sisters sitting here who have no brother, you can choose someone as your brother." "He, in turn, should not forget to make a nice … read more »
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Rama and Shiva (from Ramayana)
A discourse on the essential role of the Guru in divine devotion."Lord Viṣṇu does not accept the love of his devotees, even in their dreams, if they have no love for their Guru." "Those who have love for Śrī Devpurījī, it is a sign of the love … read more »