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Live as a Human
The oneness of all life is realized through the path of non-violence and recognizing our shared divine essence.Śiva is the primordial source from which everything emerges. All life, from the smallest ant to humans, is equal and sacred. The principle Jīva Jīva Bhakṣate signifies that life consumes life, urging us to avoid causing … read more »
Bhramari Pranayama
The path requires consistent practice within a supportive community, not sporadic attendance.True growth comes from steady, year-to-year effort, allowing the teaching to take root deeply. A master provides guidance progressively, not all at once, to ensure proper integration. Practice must be balanced; excessive effort creates problems. The … read more »
Karma Yoga
The highest practice is skill in action, known as karma kauśalam.All activities, from meditation to eating, constitute karma. Past actions, whether good or bad, are one kind. The essential skill is how one performs action now. This human life is given to perform karma that leads … read more »
We should awake
The three points are sleep, awakening, and reality.I am not the doer. The whole body, from toes to heart, is involved in a state that is hard to fully describe. Sleep is very great. When we sleep deeply, there is no light or … read more »
Practising asanas with Vishwaguruji
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Marriage has its proper time and order
Satguru is the protector; devotion surrenders the self and transforms fear into faith.The bhajan “Satguru Rakhovālājī Hamārī” pleads for shelter. Prahlāda, a boy-devotee, faces his demon-father’s command to embrace a glowing pillar. Seeing it covered in red ants, he embraces it, and Narasiṁha emerges to end the curse. … read more »
Bhramari pranayama
A simple daily practice establishes conscious connection.Upon waking, declare "I am human." This single thought cultivates good and friendly awareness throughout the day. Before standing, acknowledge the earth as your mother and seek permission to place your feet upon her. This brings … read more »
Do not eat meat, eggs and alcohol!
Compassion for all life is the foundation of spiritual practice.Many suffer globally. Disciples abstain from meat, alcohol, and eggs, as consuming life or its potential causes harm. Eggs originate from a mother bird who nurtures them with great care. All beings, including humans, share the … read more »
Invocation of the Divine and the Guru
The invocation of the divine and the guru is the foundation of spiritual practice.This sacred call establishes the connection to the supreme consciousness and the realized master who embodies it. It is an act of devotion and surrender, aligning the seeker with the highest truth. The repetition of divine … read more »
Don't kill and don't eat meat
Recognizing our humanity is the path to purification.Animals exist in cycles of consumption, unaware. Humans possess a higher potential but often revert to killing. The capacity for violence is given, yet the instruction is clear: do not kill any creature. Taking life returns … read more »
You will get what you have given
Life is a sacred cycle of consumption and suffering, demanding non-violence from aware humans.Living beings consume each other due to ignorance, perpetuating a cycle of killing and being killed. This brings suffering and ensures rebirth into the same pattern. Humans possess knowledge, distinguishing us. We must not kill any … read more »
Who and how can become a saint
The guru's grace is the sole path to spiritual completion.Attaining the true guru is rare and difficult, unlike the many common teachers. This process is illustrated by the Brahmari wasp, which meticulously prepares a nest; only the third type of larva becomes fully established and … read more »
Title: A Silent Meditation Gathering with Invocations
A silent meditation gathering with invocations.For some time, joint practice was not held. Now bhajans, mantras, and meditation resume, with something new tried for a week. The outer form is irrelevant. The inner self alone matters. A simple eye exercise leads … read more »
Yoga Nidra or bhajan singing is like meditation
The yogi's conscious sleep is a state of awakened rest known only to rare, accomplished beings.In this sleep, one remains inwardly aware, turning night into day. It is a sleep of alertness, not unconsciousness. This practice transcends ordinary relaxation, which is often misunderstood. Common yoga relaxation is mistakenly called the corpse … read more »
We should live in real love
The true meaning of satsa g is shown through a story of marriage and divine friendship.Boys and girls study together, pure like siblings. Then the thought of marriage arises—a merging of husband and wife. A couple marries but does not truly share hearts. For fifty years, he gives hard bread, she … read more »
God resides in every living being
The essential unity of all beings transcends names and divisions.A universal spiritual truth is present everywhere, yet human divisions persist based on religion or nationality. These distinctions are superficial and dissolve when the soul leaves the body. All life is interconnected, like countless lives within … read more »
Real health comes from Nature
Health and healing are found in nature and yoga.Doctors perform procedures, but problems often recur. Reliance on doctors does not release disease. Many practice yoga without deeper understanding. A simple movement given by a yogi restored stomach comfort for many. Nature offers remedies, like … read more »
We keep the light in our hearts
The light of life is the central theme, illuminating the transient nature of existence and the eternal soul.Spiritual connection arises through sincere invitation, as with early European visits where hosts purified their kitchens for a vegetarian diet, fostering deep bonds. Life is symbolized by a flame. Darkness represents death, while light is life … read more »
Our soul is one
The human life is a sacred opportunity to transcend the cycle of suffering and return to the divine source.Our physical body ages and limits us, but within it is the eternal ātmā, the flame of life common to all beings. All creatures live and consume each other, experiencing pain. A true human is defined … read more »
On Flowers, Flame, and the Practice of Pūjā
Do not cut flowers for offerings, as it takes a life.Use only what falls naturally. Your home is your ashram; light a lamp and pray there daily. Keep the practice alive with simple, regular devotion. The flame represents living life; tend it with care to avoid … read more »
Keep the flame still
You are already a yogī possessing the science; you seek attainment yet have achieved much through practice.Many great yogīs and paths exist, all progressing toward spirituality and God, united as one. Worldly science is good, but spiritual science is paramount. I do not teach against marriage; it is necessary. Have families, give … read more »
The Greatness of India and the Path of Satsang
Bhārata’s greatness lies in its sages and ṛṣis, but the path is satsa g.People came from other lands yet remained unaware of this truth. Gradually many turned to wrong actions. The cosmic law is “jīva jīva bhakṣate”—every living being consumes another. Bhagavān Śiva granted humans a way to rise … read more »
Prasad is given to us by God
Satsa g is the tree of immortality, and the mantra is its fruit.Two parrots spoke of the fleeting nature of the world. One urged the other to repeat the mantra Soham. Worldly passions are poisonous fruits. Death may arrive in a single second. Enjoyments are like a mirage … read more »
The Sanctity of the Ashram and a Healing Practice
The sanctity of a place is created by the presence and practice of those who gather there.This land is made holy by your presence. Previously, it was a place of different activities. Now, it is a sanctuary. If you have problems or do not know what to do, come and stay here. … read more »
Observing the Navel: A Practice in Awareness
Observing the navel is a foundational practice in awareness.Sit comfortably and place a middle finger gently on the navel without pressure. Observe the breath's movement from this point for five minutes, then lower the hand. Observe again without touch for another five minutes. This … read more »
The Seed of Life and the Path of Reverence
The seed of life and reverence for all beings is the foundation of practice.Physical exercise like asana is essential, akin to washing upon waking, but sustenance comes first. All creatures, from ants to humans, possess the seed of their life. The Buddha exemplified reverence, moving slowly to avoid harming … read more »
A Sadhu is a worker
Health is sustained through dedicated practice and service, not by temporary measures.Many foretold a great illness, yet those consistently practicing Yoga in Daily Life remained very healthy. Health comes from long-term discipline in food, water, and exercise, not from claiming wellness only when convenient. Our collective health … read more »
Advice for practising Anusthan
Establish a consistent daily practice for spiritual progress.A dedicated daily sādhanā of half an hour to one hour is essential. Practice early in the morning to avoid disturbing others. This regularity is more valuable than intensive, irregular efforts. Discipline your eating: consume meals … read more »
Live a healthy and spiritual life
Welcome to this gathering on spiritual progress and practice.A global community has come together after a period of separation. Observing the growth in practice, especially outside India, is heartening. Early encounters revealed different lifestyles, yet many embraced change, giving up meat and alcohol, leading … read more »
Maya and Naham Karata
Māyā: The Great Deceiver and the Roasting of Vāsanās Vāsanās are deep desires that fuel restlessness.Cintā and Tṛṣṇā burn as consuming fires, ruling the mind with anger and jealousy. The seeds of vāsanās must be roasted through the fire of tapasyā so they never sprout. Karma enforces illness and sorrow; even … read more »
Evening practice from Strilky
This is an evening session for relaxation and gentle exercise.Begin by closing the eyes and feeling the body. Systematically bring awareness to each part, from the feet and legs to the hands, stomach, shoulders, and head. Inhale and exhale through both nostrils. The goal is … read more »
Do good and be human
Sanātana Dharma teaches a life of peace and harmony.Upon waking, recognize "I am human." This human life is a precious gift. The ātmā, the eternal Self, is the essence within all forms. While nature operates on a principle where life consumes life, the human … read more »
Shiva is the first
The Guru principle originates from and exists for Śiva, who is supreme.The ultimate Guru is not a person but Śiva Himself, the source from which all emerges and to which all returns. We are all within that reality. Spiritual practice, like absorbing bhajans, connects one to this … read more »
Sri Devapuriji
The greatness of Śrī Devpurījī Mahādeva is central to the lineage.He is the Gurudeva of Śrī Mahāprabhujī and the disciple of Śrī Alakhpurījī. A great promise was made that after his departure, a great yogī would come from Satyaloka. His physical body is gone, but he … read more »
What is spirituality?
The soul’s unquenched thirst is the path of sādhanā.A bird refuses lower water, longing only for the drop from above. That yearning symbolizes the soul’s desire for the divine, not worldly satisfactions. Such longing begins sādhanā. Sādhanā is essential; without it, the seeker has … read more »
Lecture from Westin Hotel in Zagreb
The divine lineage flows from ancient sources to the present practice.Alak Purījī was present in Śiva's time. Alak Nanda Devi, a disciple, became a cow to save her herd from a tiger; the river Alaknanda and temples commemorate her. Śiva later married Pārvatī. This lineage includes … read more »
The origin of knowledge
The lineage from Śiva to this āśram is our foundation.Alak Purījī was present with Śiva, as known from the Śiva Purāṇa given by Mahāprabhujī. I received this knowledge from Gurujī and Dev Purījī. That primordial time had no divisions like Christianity or Islam; now we … read more »
Remembering on the Gurupurnima Satsang
True renunciation is an inner colour, not an outer cloth.Ma gīlāl Jī, a great scholar, came to Dīp Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī and became a disciple. Mahāprabhujī had a cave prepared and seated him inside. The world did not know for how many days he sat absorbed. … read more »
Invocatory Lines
The teaching is the repetition of holy names.Jai! Jai! Victory is proclaimed. Om is sounded. The name of the divine is announced: Śrī Dīpa Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān. The guru is honored: Śrī Satguru Svāmī Mādhavānandajī Gurudeva. The world teacher is praised: Viśvagurujī Śrī Svāmī … read more »
Sannyasdiksha of Sudharshanpuriji
Be the universal sun, a single light for all.Open your hand and contemplate being like the sun. The sun is one universal light. You should be that one sun. This provides great illumination and light for everyone. The discourse then shifts to practical instructions … read more »
A Devotional Offering: Invocations, Guru Stotram, and Bhajan
The essence of devotion is surrender to the Guru, the embodiment of supreme consciousness.All glory to the supreme Guru, who is Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheshvara, the visible supreme Brahman. Salutations to that Guru. Take shelter at the Guru’s feet. His darshan is true wealth, a mass of consciousness and … read more »
Yogī Janokhī Yoga Nidrā: A Guru Pūrṇimā Discourse
Yoga Nidrā, the conscious sleep, is realized through satsa g.On Guru Pūrṇimā, satsa g is received. Satsa g means company of truth. Truth is what exists in past, present, and future. That truth is God alone. The guru reveals the way to truth. Through satsa … read more »
The importance of yoga dress
Our tradition holds the Satguru as supreme, and this period is significant.I have been here 56 years; our path is beyond mere exercise. For at least 20 years, I have said disciples should have this specific dress—it is a screen of ourselves, not just clothing. Worldwide styles … read more »
Bhramari pranayama and concentration on the navel
The practice focuses on Bhramarī and relaxation.Place index fingers gently in ears. No external sounds. Elbows natural. Perform Bhramarī eleven times. Exhalation not too prolonged. After eleven, hands down. Close eyes. Concentrate on the Bhramarī resonance. Then lie on the back. Place … read more »
The Radiance of the Name
The radiance of the divine name is the supreme reality.The name is not a mere word; it is the very form of the divine. Chanting the name with devotion dissolves all illusion and suffering. It purifies the heart and mind, connecting the individual soul to … read more »
Concentration onn the navel
Daily spiritual practice is as essential as breathing.Without consistent effort, nothing can be sustained. Begin with devotion to Hanuman, for without that foundation, no progress is possible. The practice itself is the real achievement, known as the yogic sleep of the yogis. Maintain … read more »
Collecting good energy
Constant practice arises only through surrender to grace.Some receive techniques and sustain them day and night through grace. Others occasionally try but cannot control themselves. The Guru gives methods for eating, practicing, yet many return home and lose steadiness. The heart may be … read more »
Life is in the heart and power is in the navel
The heart and navel are central points for spiritual practice and the transmission of grace.A simple exercise involves placing the right hand on the heart to generate warmth and life. This practice, done briefly several times daily, sustains one's vitality. The ultimate spiritual truth flows through a lineage of grace, … read more »