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Jaya Sri Maheshwarananda Maharaj!
Gain knowledge and follow Sanātana Dharma.Do not wander searching. Drive away wickedness and protect cows. Reflect on the Vedas and propagate righteous conduct. Uphold moral principles and do not lose heart. Foster love and do not quarrel. If some are against … read more »
Mana Mana Mohana Satguru Shyam
The prayer of devotion gives gratitude, perceives God everywhere, and asks for sevā.Devotion is born from heartfelt gratitude, repeatedly offered in humble thanksgiving. Through this gratitude, perception sharpens until the divine is seen in all directions. Wherever the eyes turn, the sacred presence reveals itself as the only … read more »
Gurudeva hi Kevalam
The mind creates complex knots that only the Guru's grace can easily untie.Human nature is drawn to negativity and overthinking, which tightens our mental knots of sadness and confusion. These difficulties come and go. We often remember the Guru only when troubled, yet constant remembrance is needed. The … read more »
Waiting
Waiting with devotion transforms the heart and prepares one for the divine guest.A woman fled a marriage and found shelter in a hermitage. Her guru foretold that Śrī Rāma would come. For forty years she cleaned the hut and gathered sweet fruits. Her constant expectation never wavered, and … read more »
Enjoy
The essence of practice is confidence in the path, not reliance on external numbers or objects.Modern life creates constant availability, a golden chain. It is vital to disconnect, as nothing is so important the world will collapse. Collective unconsciousness influences behavior; awareness allows one to resist trends. Do not seek meaning … read more »
The teaching of Bhajans
Longing for the guru is the sweet pain of devotion.Singing a bhajan when unhappy is contrary to some instruction. Yet the heart aches with absence. Painful love is good. A saint said if love's pain were known, a warning would be proclaimed, but the sweetness … read more »
Go to satsang
The path of faith is proven through direct experience and sustained by satsa g.A master provides simple initial practices, like a mantra. This must be done with heart and soul to feel the connection and blessing. The first step of sincere practice opens the soul to the master's consciousness. … read more »
Be positive
Today's topic is the choice between positivity and negativity, between satsa ga and kusa ga.Everything has a positive and negative side. Before seeking faults in others, see your own faults. Never judge a situation without the full story. The company you keep determines your mental state; satsa ga brings peace, … read more »
Waiting for Gurudev
Surrender to the guru's lotus feet through unconditional devotion.The Sannyāsa Sūkta is practiced. This chant is dedicated to the guru. Sanskrit pronunciation and melody are crucial. Head movements aid memory. The mantra teaches that immortality is not attained by work, people, or wealth, but … read more »
Bhajan evening from Strilky
The radiance of the Supreme is the true nature of the Self.This radiance is not an object to be attained; it is the very substance of your being. All seeking is a movement away from this inherent presence. The mind, with its concepts and desires, creates the … read more »
Be joyful
The Guru's light manifests on earth as pure knowledge, requiring a living guide for correct spiritual practice.This divine principle, the Guru Tattva, is the same in all true teachers, yet disciples share an intimate, familial connection with their own. The guru's physical form is a vessel for this light; entering its radiant … read more »
The Call Beyond Stubbornness
The call is to move beyond the stubborn, negative mind that obscures the Self.This stubbornness is a deep-seated resistance, a refusal to see what is. It is the ego's fortress, built from fear and the desire to be separate. You cling to your suffering, to your small story, because … read more »
Identification with the name
The yoga name is a second mantra, a divine tool given to replace worldly identification.Most have received this mantra without realizing it. A name forms identity, usually tied to the body, which is the root of ignorance. Birth names are given by parents based on fashion or circumstance, often carrying … read more »
Aba Tuma Daya Karo Gurudevaji
True devotion is complete surrender, like a slave without contract or will.The guru is the indescribable, unborn reality who carries one across the ocean of worldliness. The guru is the signpost to truth, a true yogi whose divine play is incomprehensible. The guru's grace pervades the universe, … read more »
The form of God is the vibration
Om is the original mantra, the sound form of God.The mantra Om grants all desires and liberation. Yogis meditate on Om constantly. The bindu in Om’s symbol is both the cosmic origin-point and the nectar of immortality. Om is not a produced sound but a … read more »
Pranayama and flute music
Prāṇāyāma and the inner flute reveals purification and resonance.Prāṇāyāma is not about counting rounds. A beginner finishes twenty breaths in three minutes. With relaxation, the breath slows naturally, from twelve to five per minute. Use a timer, not a fixed count. Observe the rhythm … read more »
Take the responsibility of your life
The path of yoga requires abandoning excuses to take full responsibility for one's life.People consistently lie to appear better, blaming trauma, astrology, or external conditions to avoid change. This excuses reveals weakness and a lack of self-control. A true yogī rises above all such circumstances, transforming even the worst … read more »
Practising asanas from Rijeka
We practice āsanas to bring awareness to each chakra from Mūlādhāra to Sahasrāra.Begin by standing and feeling the Mūlādhāra area. Āsanas activate chakras like a reflex point, not the organ itself. Perform Maṇḍūkāsana, focusing on the perineum and practicing Aśvinī Mudrā by contracting and relaxing. Abdominal breathing here … read more »
Remain pure
The path requires strict dietary purity to achieve divine union.Impure food breaks spiritual progress and creates obstacles. A family must be united in this purity, especially when raising children, to become a whole pure unit. Lapses can lead to karmic consequences in future lives. One … read more »
Do not kill animals
The path of purity is cultivated through disciplined living and devotion.Many consume all things without restraint, but such actions bear fruit. When advised against this, some resist. Adopting a purer way, such as refraining from certain foods, can inspire others through example. This discipline is a … read more »
Sri Deep Narayan Mahaprahuji
The divine name is the means to cross the ocean of worldly existence.Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Mahāprabhujī is the incarnation for all beings. By contemplating His name with grace, one cuts down desire, anger, and greed. The world's illusion remains far away through the Guru's grace. His name is … read more »
We are in a blessed place
The story of the great tree and the small axe reveals how the seemingly insignificant overcomes the mighty.During Holī, Gurujī spoke of a very big tree, tall and thick, so large people came and went through it. Many passed by. Then a sādhu arrived and said, “Now this will die. It will increase … read more »
Practising Asanas from Vep
A yoga practice moves from stillness to dynamic movement, integrating precise alignment with collective rhythm.Begin in Śavāsana, lengthening the neck and stabilizing the lower back. Simple movements prepare the body, emphasizing synchronized group action over individual stretch. The practice progresses through leg lifts, spinal rolls, and postures like Śaśā kāsana, … read more »
The Power of the Five-Faced Rudrākṣa: Faith and Consecration
The five-faced Rudrākṣa is the most common and powerful bead for the spiritual path.The one-faced Rudrākṣa is the rarest, symbolizing Lord Śiva and aiding mokṣa. The three-faced bead represents Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Maheśa and benefits health. The four-faced Rudrākṣa is for students and teachers. The five-faced Rudrākṣa holds the … read more »
Webcast from Strilky
Devotion to the Guru is the essence of spiritual practice.Chant the mantra with full belief and devotion. Feel the Guru's presence directly before you. Imagine performing the mantra at his lotus feet. His constant blessings and love shower upon all. In every beat, feel his … read more »
Guided Relaxation into Inner Peace and Self-Awareness
Guided relaxation opens the door to inner peace and self-awareness without needing elaborate preparation.Assume a comfortable posture even on uneven ground. Close the eyes and take a few deep breaths to release the body. Surrender mental effort and sense the body's weight held by the earth. With each exhalation … read more »
Maya can destroy everything
Greed destroys spiritual progress, causing a fall regardless of one's efforts.A hardworking man saw an advertisement for a magical golden egg promising wealth. Consumed by greed, he spent all his savings on it, quit his job, and isolated himself to guard it. He eventually cracked the … read more »
Death is a transition
Death is a transition to a higher place when one follows the spiritual path and has the Guru’s grace.Death is a universal law; whoever comes will go. If there is trust in the Guru and devotion, the Guru prepares one for this transition. A king named Vidura feared death and asked his guru. The … read more »
Vegetarianism is spreading
Diet and modern habits create disease and disconnect.Eggs introduce harmful bacteria into the intestine, leading to systemic illness. Alcohol is profoundly damaging. Fast food and hidden animal products in processed foods are widespread problems. Modern communication through messages erodes real conversation and family … read more »
Bhajans and Practicing form Vep
Yoga practice of Marjārī Āsana and Vajrāsana.Begin lying down, then slowly come up and adjust into a relaxed position. Relax deeply so the stomach calms. Then sit in Vajrāsana. Stand on the knees, go down, and look up. This is Marjārī Āsana. … read more »
Follow the path of Bhakti
The path of devotion and Guru's grace overcomes the universal power of māyā.You cannot escape māyā, but by surrendering to the Guru and following the spiritual path, you can cross it. A sādhu's anger after years of tapasyā shows māyā's presence. The path of knowledge can inflate ego, … read more »
Ab Sop Diya Is Jivan Ka
The text consists solely of salutations and invocations.It is a series of reverential praises. The phrases honor a divine principle and a spiritual teacher. There is no narrative, teaching, or exposition contained within. The content is purely devotional in nature. It serves as … read more »
Dhyan Karo
Meditate, O mind, to dispel ill-intentions and remember the Guru's words.Through meditation, one gains wisdom and progresses toward becoming a yogi. It is the means to fulfill duties and make life fruitful. True renunciation arises from seeking detachment while still within worldly bondage. In all actions, … read more »
Without Gurudev the whole world cries
The devotee's heart longs solely for the Satguru.Wandering the world finds no friend like the Guru; without that presence, there is weeping and no rest. Attachments obscure the path, preventing peace. Hearing the divine name awakens the seeker. The Guru's eternal kindness bestows … read more »
How came Vishwaguruji to Hungary first
The first meeting with a master is a pivotal moment of grace.A suggestion came to invite a true yogi. Contact was made through an intermediary who relayed the master's location. Persistent requests finally led to an invitation. The arrival was simple, met at a train station. Hospitality … read more »
You are the helper of everyone
The mantra "Oṃ Aki Rāchanā Śarīra" points to the uncreated body of Consciousness, not the physical form.This true nature is the eternal, unchanging Self that was never born and will never die. Chanting is not an invocation to something external but an affirmation of one's own reality. It dissolves identification with the … read more »
Cetana Ka Cilka Swami Ne
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The essence is always the same
The essence of satsa g is transformation through timeless presence.Stories from the past contain profound teachings to be digested. Time and place dictate appropriate behavior, yet the essence of pure yoga remains constant, adapting through different eras. The teacher is always in accordance with time, … read more »
Tvameva Mata Ca Pita Tvameva
The one who acts is the Great Lord, not the individual self.The ego believes it is the doer, but this is ignorance. All action arises from the divine energy of the Great Lord. The individual is merely an instrument. When you understand this, the burden of doership … read more »
Morning practice from Strilky
A gentle yoga practice integrates relaxation, mindful movement, and breath awareness to cultivate strength and well-being.Begin by relaxing the body completely, feeling its heaviness and observing the breath. Movements like Pavan Muktāsana increase circulation, particularly in the lower back and knees. Exercises such as the bicycle motion strengthen core muscles and … read more »
Practising Asanas
Yoga practice aims for inner peace and strength.Practice brings awareness inside, into inner space. Āsanas and yoga calm the mind. Every movement is done with full awareness. Stand in the position, separate the feet, and relax the whole body. Observe feelings in the … read more »
Morning practice from Strilky with relaxation
Correct form and awareness are essential for yoga practice.Feel the contact between your body and the floor, aware of your breathing. Practice postures like Pavanamuktāsana to release tension, ensuring the low back presses the floor. Sit in Vajrāsana to relax and balance the energy … read more »
Sri Devpuriji Mahasamadhi Celebration from Vep
Preparation is essential to receive spiritual energy and attain Mahāsamādhi.A saint blessing a stone daily illustrates that grace alone does not transform without readiness. In the presence of strong spiritual energy, an unprepared individual falls asleep like a fuse switching off. The human system resembles … read more »
The spiritual family
The quality of our era is determined by our inner state.While some lament this age, it offers unique tools like rapid travel and distant connection. The key is to extract only the nourishing essence from the vast information, like the swan separating milk from water. Our … read more »
The Guru's name is a priceless diamond
The name of the Guru is a priceless diamond of immeasurable worth, beyond all repayment and expression.This name is the very foundation of contentment and supreme bliss. It is the garden of happiness itself. The Sadguru's name is an invaluable treasure. Its value cannot be quantified. It is a gift that transcends … read more »
Jivatma and anandamaya kosha
The five kośas are interconnected layers that veil the divine Ātmā.The Annamaya kośa is the physical body, accessible through practices like āsanas and kriyās. Purification does not isolate one kośa; all influence each other. Prāṇamaya and Manomaya kośas have distinct structures described in Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras. … read more »
Nadis and pranayama
Understanding prāṇāyāma begins with the nāḍīs.The Prāṇamaya Kośa has its own anatomy of 72,000 nāḍīs, with three main ones: Iḍā, Pi galā, and Suṣumnā. Iḍā connects to the left nostril, the mind, and emotion, symbolized by the ever-changing moon. Pi galā … read more »
Announcement Regarding Mantra Dīkṣā and Āśrama Updates
Mantra initiation is being arranged for devotees.Those wishing to receive it must assemble separately. Form a line in the designated area. You will be escorted to the teacher for the ceremony. Only those not yet initiated should join this line. Others should … read more »
The value of Gurudev
Devotion transforms despair into strength, as seen in Hanumān’s story.Hanumān searched all of La kā for Sītā but found her nowhere. He sank into depression, thinking life was over. He prepared to end his life by fasting, fire, or drowning. Then he looked toward Ayodhyā. … read more »
Gurudev stands in the focus of our life
All spiritual paths ultimately converge.Bhakti, Jñāna, and Karma Yoga are interconnected and lead to the same destination. One may begin by acquiring knowledge, which fosters love for the divine, culminating in selfless service. This service, or Seva, arises naturally from … read more »