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Sri Ganeshji (from Ramayana)
An explanation of the true metaphysical nature of the deity Gaṇeśa."Gaṇeśa is the governing principle which guides all the tattvas, all constellations—everything is turned by His power." "Gaṇeśa is that principle of God which is remembered first. Anything you do, you should first remember that One." … read more »
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Shakti and Shiva (from RAMAYANA)
A discourse on the divine feminine principle of Śakti."She is the Anādi-Śakti—unborn, without beginning or end, Abhināśī, immortal." "Without energy, consciousness cannot move. And without consciousness, that Śakti can do nothing. They are both together." The speaker elucidates the non-dual, eternal nature of Śakti … read more »
Unity of nature and consciousness
A discourse on the cosmic symbolism of Śiva's wedding from the Rāmāyaṇa."To understand this, we must assign it a particular name... It is not merely one person marrying another; it is a cosmic union involving the entire planet." "Wherever such happiness exists, there is a perfect union … read more »
Cleannes
A spiritual talk on the foundation of prosperity, linking external cleanliness to inner purity and divine grace."Lakṣmī always likes cleanness. She goes only where there is purification and cleanness: clean dress, clean bed, clean room... and a clean heart and clean thoughts." "The poor are they, and automatically you can see who … read more »
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Request of Devas (from Ramayana)
A narration of the divine meeting to request Lord Śiva's marriage."O merciful Lord, you are now everything, but still you are asking us; if you want to know still, then with great devotion I request thee, we came with a great request, we need your help." … read more »
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Inner qualities (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse using the myth of Tārakāsura as an allegory for inner struggle."You are the creator; you are the creator of your good and bad qualities. And now you are thinking what to do." "He became nearly like an unborn and immortal being, undefeatable by anyone. All the … read more »
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Vishnu and Shiva (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse analyzing a divine conversation between Vishnu and Shiva from the scriptures."Sometimes you don't lose anything by saying yes. And sometimes you also don't lose anything by saying no. We should know when to say yes and no." "Keep it in your heart that a divine experience, … read more »
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Sadhana and Tapasya (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse on the imperative and power of sādhanā, or dedicated spiritual practice."The words of Nārada are the truth, the reality... Understand and take his words as reality, and go and do the sādhanā, the tapasyā, as austerity." "Tapasyā is the austerity to endure something. All kinds of … read more »
Coconut
A narrated parable about a man's attempt to fulfill a religious vow with minimal cost."Lord, if such-and-such is realized, I will offer you a coconut." "I didn't promise Śiva when I would give him the coconut." The story details a greedy man who, after his wish is granted, repeatedly delays … read more »
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Satiji (from Ramayana)
A narrative discourse recounting the story of Goddess Satī's fateful journey to her father Dakṣa's yajña."O Satī, if you go there now without an invitation, it will not be good. There will be no respect for you there." "She saw there was no place for Śiva there; no portion was left … read more »
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About Satsang (from Ramayana)
A discourse on the glory and transformative power of spiritual company (satsa ga)."In good company, ordinary wood can become like sandalwood, and street water becomes holy when it joins the satsa ga of the Ga gā." "Whoever goes to satsa ga, whoever is in harmony with unity, sees … read more »
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Inner Dialogue (from Ramayana)
A discourse on the nature of inner dialogue and divine will."At times, when you are searching for an answer, you pose a question inwardly and receive an answer inwardly." "I do not believe that God has a will, but I would say God gives back what … read more »
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God's play - Lila (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse addressing the problem of suffering and the difficulty of comprehending divine will."Those who perceive faults in God in this manner fundamentally misunderstand the nature of God and what is not of God. They do not comprehend what karma is." "If one truly understands God, all problems are … read more »
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Haribhakti (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse on the technique of devotion and spiritual practice."You can perform many, many sādhanās, but if you do not know exactly how, you will not be successful." "For the right aspirant, just an indication is enough; just one hint suffices." The speaker uses a … read more »
Sri Yagyavalkya Muni and Sri Bharadvaj Muni (from Ramayana)
A sage requests a discourse on the divine nature of Lord Rāma."Though you know all this, still you want to know more about Him." "The glory of God Rāma can remove that ignorance, which is a very dangerous Kālī." The sage Bharadvāja asks the great sage Yājñavalkya … read more »
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Tri Tapas (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse on the protective power of satsa g and divine remembrance."Lucky indeed are they whom God sees with His own eyes... bathing in the lake of satsa g. Through this, that person is protected from great dangers." "Let in your heart flow the river of God's … read more »
Manana, Svadhyaya and Abhyasa
A spiritual discourse outlining the three essential practices for a yogi."Manana means to think over. Think over your life, your work, your family situation. Think over: Where is the problem?" "Svādhyāya means studying, reading. Read holy books, books of wisdom and knowledge... Secondly, svādhyāya means: sva … read more »
Seva
A spiritual talk on the importance and transformative power of selfless service, or seva."Yoga is successful through karma, and without karma there is no success, and especially doing seva in the āshram is indescribable." "Lord, if you want to give me something, then give me in every life your … read more »
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River Saryu (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse on the sacredness of the Saryu River and constant remembrance of God."All the sages and devotees come there on that day to bathe in the holy river Saryu... in their hearts they meditate on the blue-complexioned God Rāma, repeating His name constantly." "If you remember God intensely … read more »
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Name of the God (from Ramayana)
A discourse on the glory of God Rāma, drawing from the poetry of Tulasīdāsa."The name of God, the glory of God, is that pure, holy river on whose bank you walk your entire life." "Every day you should decorate your intellect with jewelry. These jewels are the pearls, diamonds, … read more »
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Human Life (lecture for public in Zlin)
A spiritual discourse on the value and purpose of human life."You cannot buy this body anywhere, nor can you borrow it from anyone. It is only a chance to have this body." "If humans are doing only that much, where is the difference between humans and … read more »
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About Prayer (from Ramayana)
A spiritual discourse on the nature of prayer, divine perception, and personal purification."God knows why you are praying and what kind of selfishness resides within you. So He does not want tricks; He wants love." "We have a great chance either to fall down or to rise up. … read more »
Sadhana
A spiritual teacher addresses practitioners at a retreat, emphasizing the purpose and discipline of dedicated practice."You spend your money and your holiday time. So for what did you come here? If you do not do the things for which you came, it is a pity." "Mantra Anuṣṭhāna is very systematic and … read more »
Gurupurnima Satsang
A satsang discourse on the spiritual and cosmological significance of Guru Pūrṇimā."Considering all this evidence, along with insights from meditation, we arrive at the understanding that when sunlight first reached our planet, life began. That first day is what I call Guru Pūrṇimā Day." "Today, you can … read more »