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The Unity of Humanity

We are all one human family despite different lands and languages. India is a large and ancient land. People have moved across the world from places like India and Europe to countries such as Australia. All these places are connected. People may look different or speak various languages, but we share the same human form. Historical conflicts, like killings in Australia, occurred when people failed to see this unity. Governments and the United Nations speak of countries for all people. When we meet, we see others who dress like us and work hard, yet we sometimes claim a country as only our own. In truth, we are guests everywhere. When we die, it does not matter what country or religion we had. A dog, a cow, a buffalo—all die. Then, who remains? Therefore, we must love all persons regardless of color or origin. All faiths—Christian, Muslim, Yogi, Hindu—are good. We are human with good thinking, but in the end, we all return to the same nothingness. We are together as friends and brothers. "we should love all persons, little or the height, or this black or gourd or... Something, but we are human, and this is a human." "When we will die, and die much, but then we don’t know... There is nothing. There’s nothing." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The Divali Festival

The light of divine grace illuminates the eternal truth. This celebration originates from the divine presence of Śiva, Viṣṇu, and Brahmā. God's grace manifested, allowing people to walk a new path at night, bringing the light of spiritual practice. Over time, people forgot this divine presence amidst worldly affairs. The observance involves gathering, where children are seated and it is said that God will come. The principle extends to all, as seen in the relationship between Kṛṣṇa and Rukmiṇī, which signifies a divine belonging for all devotees. The essence is the eternal, accessible truth. "When everyone comes, the children sit down... they say, 'Yes, you do one thing: sit in your house, sit there, so that God will come.'" "Rukmiṇī belongs to Kṛṣṇa. And that of Kṛṣṇa is Rukmiṇī. And Rukmiṇī belongs to all of us." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

We should have a flame

The pre-dawn hour and the nature of the flame reveal spiritual discipline and interconnected life. One hour before sunrise is the auspicious Brahmamuhūrta; those awake then become very spiritual. A disciple once slept through it, yet the Guru was patient. Another disciple, initially uneducated, through great hardship and the Guru's instruction, eventually excelled in learning and Sanskrit. The relationship between guru and disciple is foundational. All beings are like individual flames. Each flame depends on oil, yet flames can ignite one another, showing our fundamental unity. We are all connected like these lamps. The Earth is our mother, sustaining countless life forms. One must tread carefully, as taught in the story of Buddha, who moved slowly to avoid harming any creature. Modern disregard for this, through widespread animal killing and consumption, marks a departure from a more harmonious past. The goal is to become the clear, self-sustaining flame of awareness, recognizing our oneness with all. "Those who are awake and active during Brahmamuhūrta become very spiritual; everything comes to them." "We are all a lamp. As long as there is oil, the flame will come." Filming location: Rijeka, Croatia

We are only one

The mantra of oneness and the practice of alertness are essential. When gathered in a hall, individuals become one collective body, sharing and exchanging energy. This unity strengthens all. Daily yoga practice sustains this connection. One must be alert and engaged, not silent and passive. Verbal response demonstrates understanding and participation. This collective giving and receiving of energy is the core of spiritual practice. It transcends individual conditions and continues across lifetimes. "One in all and all in one." "We should be alert, alert, and that alert in which way?" Filming locations: Badīkhāṭū, Rajasthan, India.

A Meditation Instruction

A meditation instruction on posture and focus. Place your right hand over the heart and left hand over the navel, resting lightly. Keep both legs straight. Inhale and exhale normally. The eyes are open, but awareness is directed inward toward the heart. Do not let concentration waver. We perform a small, nameless devotional song that is meditation-like. The practice is simply to be present with this focus. "Eyes are open, our awareness is on our chest." "Do not let your concentration waver, everyone."

Find God within

Returning to nature is the path to health and spiritual fulfillment. In the past, people used natural powders like neem and burnt tree bark, and teeth remained strong. Modern brushing destroys teeth. Women’s breath and blood problems are remedied by babool powder within two days. Nature provides everything without cost. Leaving nature causes rapid decline; moving from India to Europe ruined teeth in two years. A professor’s family in Vienna sought yoga. The woman brought her cat for protection during practice. They later helped manifest Om Ashram. The aim was to create something nowhere and anywhere. Disciples gave devotion and funds; no money was taken from India. The ashram took shape over years. One worker delayed completion, so it may take a century. Yet the manifestation continues. Today, new singers arrived unexpectedly and received mantras. Life is not just life; one must go beyond the body to the inner self that is God. Therefore, returning to nature is imperative. "So nature is in nature." "I want to have that which is nowhere and anywhere." Filming location: Rijeka, Croatia

Bhajans from Rijeka

The text is an invocation honoring a spiritual lineage. It consists of repeated salutations to divine beings and gurus within a tradition. The variations in names and titles are stylistic honorifics, not contradictions. The purpose is devotional praise, not logical exposition. There is no narrative or argument to analyze for inconsistencies. "Oṁ Bole Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagvānī, Kī Jai." "Śrī Alakhpurījī, Śrī Siddha Pīṭha Paramparā, Kī Jai."

We have to be in unity

The practice of yoga fosters unity and personal discipline. Many faced hardship during recent global challenges, yet continued their spiritual practice at home. Observing practitioners worldwide reveals a growing alignment with compassionate living, such as veganism, which reflects yogic principles. True progress requires sustained commitment over years, not mere occasional effort. The core aim is to transcend perceived separation and realize our fundamental oneness. This unity is the essence of the teaching, moving beyond individual differences in diet, practice, or origin. Personal anecdotes about travel and health underscore the shared human journey. The ultimate goal is to harmonize the inner self with all beings. "Be careful here, and work this when the last time will be." "We have to become one. One in all and all in one."

Bhajans from Rijeka

Archive 20220827 19 Edited Musical recording.

The Eternal Tradition and the Divine Consort

The eternal tradition is the source of all sacred days. Others, like Christians and Muslims, have their holy days, but all this came from India. We see from Bhagavān Śiva, then Viṣṇu, then Rām, then Kṛṣṇa. Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa is great, and with him was his wife, Rukmiṇī. This is not about years; it is about devotion. Rādhā was his devotion. Now, we should all say Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa and Rukmiṇī. They are the same, and others are there with them. But Rādhājī knows he is Rādhā, and he is not equal. Those who do not know, we will explain in satsaṅg. We must bring Rukmiṇī back as the mother and keep her with us. "Others, like the Christians, are very late in comparison. They see everything exactly, but they tell it with another name." "But Rādhājī knows that he is Rādhā, so he is Rādhā. He is not equal, that’s why." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Longing for God

The core of spiritual life is compassionate practice rooted in the heart. The body is the vehicle for practice and must be cared for with healthy living. True yoga is a daily commitment, not a sporadic ritual. Many claim spirituality but fail in consistent practice. The essence is to see all beings within one's own heart, extending compassion to every creature. Do not harm animals; recognize the sanctity of life. Spiritual attainment requires unwavering devotion and surrender, as tested in parables of faith. Do not give up the quest to see the divine reality within all. Holy beings demonstrate the power of such devotion through extreme austerity and selfless love. "Today we should say in our heart, for all people, all creatures, we feel them all in our heart." "Humans are not animals. And therefore, we should know that we are humans, and as humans, we should not be killing."

How do we practice Bhramari?

The practice of breath and Brahmari requires consistent, moderate daily effort, not excessive exertion. Specific techniques exist, analogous to a balanced meal with various components. The practice involves three primary focal points: the heart, the navel, and the breath itself. One must learn to inhale and exhale properly through the nostrils, cleaning them as needed. The Brahmari technique follows these points and involves working with the breath's subtleties. Practice it briefly, for about five minutes, twice daily. Do not extend Brahmari for too long. The correct method uses the nostrils, with the lips closed and the mouth slightly open. This disciplined practice, done correctly, yields benefit. "You must practice every day." "We should take our breath in and out with both nostrils." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Bhajan evening from Vep

The text is a devotional invocation honoring a spiritual lineage. It begins with salutations to divine and guru figures, repeating their names with honorifics. The structure is intentionally repetitive for meditative chanting. The sequence remains consistent, focusing on the transmission of grace. Minor phonetic variations in transcription do not alter the core intent. The repetition is a feature of the practice, not an error. The invocation establishes a sacred connection through sound and remembrance. "Oṁ Śrī Alakhpurīśa Mahādevam, Śrī Śrīdeveśvara Mahādevam." "Viśvagurujī Paramahaṁsa Maheśvarānanda Yogirāja."

How the worm becomes Bhramari

Understand the three types of Brahmari. They represent different qualities within existence. One is small and resides in the earth; it bites fiercely if approached. The second lives outside, on structures or pictures; it bites only if disturbed. The third is considered the real Brahmari; it typically does not bite unless attacked. These three exist around us, often in villages. People may kill them, but they possess their own qualities. The real Brahmari makes a small house with several holes, a comfortable place where beings move in sequence. A transformation occurs inside; a worm changes, develops fingers, and is guided until it emerges beautiful. This process is like spiritual practice. Many do not understand it. Different inner sounds arise, related to the teeth and body. Do not rush this subtle process. It requires patient care, like tending a child. Acting without knowing can bring severe, unintended consequences. "They are making the, and the other one came in. She is bringing some food and also opening." "Otherwise, I don’t know. If I’m speaking so much, maybe it will go to me sick." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Do we reach?

Our days pass, yet we seldom consider who grants true achievement. Humanity began in simplicity, living well with shared resources and finding happiness. Now, we possess abundant technology, but remain incomplete, never satisfied. Our progress soars, yet we fight through machines, not as humans present. We practice much, but our complexities create difficulty and confusion. These material pursuits are a game that will not hold; they will fade. We must look within and return to our true nature, for external things are transient. "All creatures know they are doing just like this. But we are human, and to be human is very great." "Oh human, you will never be complete. You will never say, 'I am okay, finished.'" Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Gurudev bring us haven to haven

The teaching focuses on the practice of Brahmārī and the nature of the Guru. The Brahmārī is a technique centered in the heart, the body, and expressed through sound. There are many aspects to it, some unseen. True guidance is essential; attempting the practice without a genuine connection to a teacher can cause problems. The real Guru is a supreme principle, beyond even divine forms. Many are called guru, as anyone who teaches something holds that role temporarily. The physical distinctions of male and female are superficial; inwardly, there is unity. All beings and elements participate in this reality. Practice involves specific techniques of breath and awareness directed at the heart and navel, coordinating sound and inhalation precisely. "Above them is the guru. That guru is above even Śiva." "Everybody who gives us something is our guru." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Australia and Fijij

The narrative reflects on ancient migrations, colonial history, and spiritual continuity across lands. People from India long ago moved to Australia, living near oceans and eating fish and animals, eventually becoming isolated. Later, Europeans arrived, fought with them, and displaced them. The United Nations now records everyone's origins and has improved conditions for all. Indians were also brought to places like Fiji by the British to work with sugar, facing hardship but now living well. Disciples in these countries maintain Indian traditions, temples, and spirituality. The speaker travels to observe how people live, finding peace and devotion in simple, natural settings. Good water and spiritual practices are valued. Despite the challenges of different eras, a focus on prayer, vegetarianism, and reverence for life sustains a harmonious existence across nations. "They are from India; this is from India, from South India." "Now, the United Nations has made everything very good for everyone." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Invocation of the Divine Lineage

The text is an invocation to a divine lineage and a critique of its textual inconsistencies. It begins with repeated praises to deities and gurus, establishing a spiritual lineage. The chant uses honorifics and names in a devotional, repetitive structure. A separate analysis then points out logical flaws in the transcribed text. It notes variations in the spelling of sacred names. It highlights inconsistent use of synonymous honorifics like "Jaya" and "Jai." The analysis observes a lack of uniform punctuation and phrasing. It states the repetitive order of names varies slightly across iterations. The core devotional purpose remains, but the transcription shows formal inconsistencies. "Oṁ Bole Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān Kī Jaya." "Viśvaguru Mahāmaṇḍaleśvara, Śrī Svāmī Maheśvarānandajī Gurudeva Kī Jaya."

The Call to Awaken

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing.

Ayurvedic medicine for joints

A preparation for the joints and a moment of peace are shared. Lie on your side. Relax completely. Imagine a forest. Feel only peace. An Ayurvedic joint preparation is now described. One betel leaf is needed. Betel leaf is available in Indian shops. Chuna, a natural calcium paste, is used in a matchstick-size amount. Gulkand, a rose-petal jam, is added half a teaspoon. It possesses cooling properties. One raisin is included. A garlic clove and an equal-size piece of ginger are used. One clove, one green cardamom, and one or two black pepper are crushed. The crushed spices are mixed with gulkand and raisin. Chuna is spread on the leaf. The mixture is added. A quarter teaspoon of fennel seeds is placed on top. The leaf is folded and placed in the mouth at night. It remains during sleep. Chewing is not required. The leaf stays whole. The preparation can be made for seven days and stored in the fridge. There are no problems with this preparation. Joint improvement appears gradually over two to three months. This practice benefits all joints, even if severely damaged. It is effective at any age. "Just relax. Don't think anything. Only think what you are thinking." "It will take a time, these leaves and everything, and it is very, very, very good." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Meditation for every creatures

Today is a beautiful day for the entire world, a day without sun or moon. Many beings, like cows in India, are suffering. We witness these events but feel limited in our capacity to act. For this period of meditation, sit in your heart and think of all creatures. Use your mala with this mantra and feeling. From your heart, give blessings so all may have this beautiful day. This meditation is for all beings, including animals in homes and forests. Sit or lie down as you like, but become one in this intention. "Give the blessings so that all should have today, on this beautiful day." "We will, we can give from our heart; it will be good for them."

We come and go

We gather again in this holy place after years apart, remembering our shared practice and those who built it, like Kṛṣṇānanda. Though physical forms pass, their names and essence remain eternal, like the divine trinity. Many teachers exist, but the true Guru is supreme, recognized even by scriptures. We are like birds, unaware when or where we will fly from this temporary body. All life consumes other life in a cycle. Humans emerged slowly with knowledge, distinct from animals, yet now our scientific pursuits often distract from the inner path to the divine. External achievements are good, but the spiritual journey inward is paramount. Our modern dress and habits can lead us astray, unlike the beautiful, respectful attire of tradition and ceremony. Our yoga community is good. Dietary choices matter; avoiding meat and harmful chemicals leads to better health and purity, especially for nurturing children. We will practice deeply here, beyond just postures, for holistic well-being. "Guru Brahmā, Guru Viṣṇu, Guru Devo Maheśa, Varāha. So, that is the final." "We are like the birds... We don't know when we will, or in which direction we will fly." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The Miraculous Heart

The heart is the constant source of life and warmth for the entire body, sustained by prāṇa. The navel is the vital point of origin for the individual self, the ātmā. All spiritual practice converges in the heart. One must be careful and maintain good practices, as illustrated in the story where Rāvaṇa was defeated only when struck at his navel. Spiritual development requires sustained practice over time, not a quick acquisition. Feel the warmth from the heart and the cleansing coolness from the hand, focusing attention on the heart and then the navel. "Everything comes from the heart—warmth from here to the whole body." "And when it went to the navel, he died."

Feel your heart

Focus on heart-centered awareness and breath. Place your right hand gently on your heart to feel its warmth; the breath originates from here. Then bring awareness to the navel, focusing on these two points. The main practice is to think only in your heart, which is difficult as the mind wanders. Feel the warmth in your chest; applying no pressure allows great things to happen. Many problems arise from the heart, so placing your hand there brings peace. Keep your eyes closed and look inward, bringing attention back if it goes outward. Sit straight without leaning forward, using a comfortable breath. This practice involves prāṇa; even after death, something remains in the heart according to yogic tradition. This week, take good care of your body through mindful eating and daily practice. "The breath originates from here; it is warm." "First, we should not lean forward. That is not good for the breath or for our heart." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The importance of bhajans

The practice of devotion and spiritual discipline requires depth beyond mere repetition. Chanting names without understanding is insufficient. True bhajans impart profound meaning that resonates through the entire being, as seen in the works of great teachers. Practice must be undertaken with correct technique and gradual understanding, not haste. The example of learning to drive or fly illustrates that mastery requires patient guidance and alignment, not quick, superficial attempts. A specific breathing practice is given, but it must be performed with care—only a few repetitions—to avoid imbalance and to access the mind's deep energy. Spiritual progress is a structured journey with many steps to be learned over time. "All is something that one person named. This is not good." "So many people are only making bhajans... But they don't understand." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Introduction to Jadan Ashram

The eternal call is to surrender and become the dust of the divine feet. A bhajan states you are forgiven and should enjoy life through dedication. The Guru's legacy is preserved in a treasure of teachings and bhajans. His presence is a balm for the heart. Without his blessings, no one would be here. Jadan is the embodiment of this legacy, a divine playground for purifying minds. It is a wish-fulfilling tree for humanity's upliftment, a center of divine energy where all purposes are met. The project includes a unique temple with a central Shiva Lingam and 1,008 others. This place tells the story of Indian spirituality through its statues. The Guru's work in stone is visible, but his greater work is within hearts and minds. True devotion requires complete surrender, which is simple in concept but difficult in action. To give everything is to receive everything. "My son, enjoy, you have been forgiven." "Become the dust of my lotus feet." Filming locations: Jadan, Rajasthan, India.

Bhajan singing and practicing from Vep

Yoga practice: postures, swings, and sacred rest. Left leg lift, check tilt; left hand hold right foot. Raise knees, raise needle, raise head, relax other leg. Raise right leg and left hand, look right, then left. Turn head, relax; hold other leg. Right hand hold left hand, relax. Both hands hold knees, chin to stomach. Stretch legs up, knees up. Hold legs, straighten knees, head up. Swing legs. Lie on stomach, back, relax. Roll straight, low. Straighten legs, hands to sides. Breathe five times, fill stomach. Place one hand on top, other on side; legs separate, head down, knees apart. Relax completely; hands on thighs; legs straight or separate; chant. "This position is very important, very important. Yesterday I talked about the stomach, about the abdominal area." "Swinging, swinging, swing, swing, swing." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Practising pranayama and concentration

Breath awareness is a foundational practice. Begin with normal, relaxed breathing. Inhale through the nostrils and exhale through the mouth, but do not force it. The process should be gentle and humble. Observe the natural qualities of the breath, feeling the cool inhalation and warm exhalation. Ensure the breath flows evenly through both nostrils, not just one side. This practice reveals the condition of one's internal energy. Regularly clean the nostrils with water to purify this pathway. Inhaling clean air, such as from flowers, further refines the breath, though only a fraction of its benefit may be retained. "Inhalation is beautiful, very good. Relax." "Every day, or at another time, we have to clean our nostrils. Very clean. That is real cleaning."

I am Thine

The vessel of divine love is the theme of this bhajan. The composition, by Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandajī, addresses his Gurudeva Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī. It asks when the vessel will be filled. The bhakta waits at the door as a servant, fearing thirst. No one leaves that door empty-handed. A merciful glance awakens endless love in the disciple. The bhakta feels dying without love in the vessel. Past bhaktas like Mira and Kabīr received this love and drank with joy. Madhavānandajī implores for mercy to touch his soul. Mahāprabhujī declared the vessel was already filled. The disciple then stated only the Guru’s presence is desired. No wealth, no God, no other destination is wanted. Mahāprabhujī and Devpurījī affirmed the disciple is their own. At samādhi, the disciple said he remains always with the Guru. The presence, now in Badīkhāṭū and Om Āśram, is seen as living by those who come. The singular devotion made the Guru great. “When will you fill my pot with your mercy, with your love?” “I don’t want anything, only Gurudev, my Guru is everything.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Practising bhramari pranayama

The practice integrates sound and movement for holistic benefit. Proper learning ensures energy flows from the base upward and throughout the entire body. A single repetition is insufficient, yet excessive practice can introduce harmful techniques. Moderation is key, moving inward before returning outward. The method involves the condition of the jaw, either clenched or relaxed. We apply four specific techniques from a established system, with a fifth to follow. The sound produced is for you alone to hear, strongest at first then diminishing. Execute the movements directly and with clarity. "Health is good, surely not, but it’s very good." "Only you can hear it; no other spirit can hear you."

Invocation of the Divine

Evening satsang with Vishwaugurji from Vep, Hungary. Singing bhajans, including Guru sa bina, Bacana vale lage sa, Guruvara me cal

Bhramari practicing from Vep

Meditation begins with posture and breath. Release tension in the jaw and ears, keeping the lips gently parted. Sit comfortably, using a chair if needed for support. Practice involves cycles of focused breathing and relaxation. Follow a sequence of repetitions: five breaths, then relax. After a pause, three breaths, then relax. Then two breaths, and relax. Conclude with another cycle of five breaths followed by relaxation. The practice is about structured repetition and release. "Either you bite your ear or release it." "Five times. Then, sit like this again yourself."

A Spiritual Journey: Lessons from the Himalayan Lakes and Caves

A spiritual journey reveals lessons through nature's metaphors. After a teacher's passing, a solitary pilgrimage to the Himalayas was undertaken. At Satopant Lake, three lessons were received in meditation. The first lesson, from observing waves reaching the shore, is to accept whatever happens in life without resistance, as the earth accepts all. The second lesson, from the calm water, is to have no expectations, for inner calm allows clear perception. The third lesson, from a flowing stream, is to give whatever wisdom one has realized, nourishing others from one's inner reservoir. These principles guide growth. "Whatever happens in life, accept it." "Have no expectations. If you have expectations, you will be disappointed." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Bhajan singing from Vep

Devotion manifests through invocations of victory that transcend logical uniformity. The salutations honor many divine forms. Each name carries the resonance of victory. Variations in pronunciation naturally occur. Jai and Jaya both convey the same triumph. The mind seeks consistency, but the heart flows. A sudden cry interrupts the sequence. Such interjections are not contradictions. They emerge from deep longing. The names may appear to differ slightly. Madhavānandjī and Madhavānanjī reflect one being. The tradition holds both spellings as reverence. There is no flaw in this living prayer. The lineage of gurus is invoked repeatedly. Each repetition deepens the invocation’s power. The supreme reality is beyond names. Devotion uses words to reach the wordless. “Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān Kī Jai” “Kho Parada Hamse Kyo Rakte” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

We are the Ocean

The continuity of the spiritual lineage and the unity of all hearts in practice are assured. This gathering is a great fortune. The atmosphere of the Guru is present here, making practice peaceful and good regardless of the place's size. This same atmosphere can be cultivated anywhere. The community is growing because of your collective affirmation. The future spiritual guide will be recognized and will be for everyone. The true Guru unites all hearts directly, beyond nationality or religion. Historical accounts describe the profound nature of the Gurus. Personal recollection confirms the Guru's greatness when encountered. All are like stars, inherently present yet illuminated fully by the sun of Guru's grace. This grace, like sunlight or rain, is for all beings universally. We are all part of this ocean of consciousness. Feel the connection within your own heart and navel, generating warmth to share with everyone. "A guru is that all countries can be, but what is that we take in our heart like this?" "When the sun rises, then it’s all shining. Not only one person... Everything, trees, everywhere, everything." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

One day it will come what you want

I have learned about tradition and modern life. Traditional paths, like the Jain Sādhus, embody strict non-violence, avoiding harm to even grass and flowers, using plastic garlands instead. They perform great meditations, avoid meat and alcohol, and follow strict codes, like not crossing oceans. Modernity brings compromise. Professors and others may claim understanding but still engage in consumption. The core principle is "Jīva jīva bhakṣate"—life feeds on life. We must minimize harm, eating only fallen fruit. Modern life, especially in relationships, shows loss. Marriage should be lifelong, with selfless service, not merely for sex. People now quickly seek new partners, which is not good. This is a sign of the Kali Yuga. A story illustrates: a couple stayed married for 50 years in silent resentment over who ate the hard bread crust, finally communicating only at the end. The lesson is to endure peacefully, do good for others, and accept your situation. Do not hastily abandon your path, or you may lose everything. "Jīva jīva bhakṣate." "Whole life I was biting, and I give you soft." Filming location: Slovenska Vas, Slovenia

We can reach God

The path to purity and humility is found in recognizing our fundamental unity with the divine. Many ways exist to see God. All living beings are caught in a cycle of consuming each other. Bhagavān Śiva provided a solution, guiding humans toward Parabrahma and away from endless rebirth. Consider the ocean, vast and containing everything. From it rises pure vapor, forming a single, pristine drop of rain. That drop is like the individual soul, descending in purity. When the drop falls back into the ocean, it becomes the whole again. This illustrates our true self. Humans are meant to be pure, without killing or harmful actions. This purity connects us to Viṣṇu and Brahmā. Śiva manifests as the unity of male and female within all. Through meditation and mantras, we cultivate this goodness. Do not claim personal greatness, for that is a fall. Be humble, pure, and like a brother or sister. Physical practice is good, but inner purity is essential. At death, all identities vanish; we leave with empty hands. We must learn not to suffer and to merge with the supreme reality. "One drop comes in our hand... And when this one drop drips into the ocean, everything becomes only the ocean." "Don’t say, 'I am great.'... We have to come ourselves humble, good, pure, and like a brother, like a sister, like a friend." Filming location: Slovenska Vas, Slovenia

Concentration on the heart and the navel

Archive 20220724 18 Edited Musical recording.

Bhajans from Slovenska Vas

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Bhajans from Slovenska Vas

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The teaching of a Guru is for ever

The supreme reality is Śiva, the primordial source beyond birth and form. All teachings and lineages flow from this singular truth. The Guru's call guides one beyond transient desires to that eternal source. Spiritual practice, like bhajan, aligns the individual with this reality. Misunderstandings and worldly attachments create separation, as illustrated by tales of prolonged silence between beings. True union comes from recognizing the shared essence within. The goal is to quench the inner thirst completely, moving beyond partial satisfaction into full immersion in the divine. "Bhagavān Śiva was not born; he has no mother, no father." "One word is that it is on that. So still, people who have not understood are all going here and there."

Bhajans from Strilky Ashram

Morning satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.

Why are we making war?

The human journey calls for non-violence and spiritual awareness. People travel seeking to become better. Many claim spirituality through simple acts or profess faith, yet contradictions exist, such as claiming peace while possessing weapons. The natural world operates on life consuming life, a universal reality. Humanity evolved from primitive states, developing spiritual knowledge in regions like the Himalayas. Teachings from figures like Buddha emphasized non-harming, vegetarianism, and mindful practices like alms-seeking. Despite this, many ancient practices have faded. We must remember our humanity upon waking, fostering daily goodness. Earth is our mother, and water signifies life for all. A shift is occurring as more renounce harmful habits. Spiritual practice is essential until the end, as anger destroys. A parable illustrates the folly of bargaining with God only in crisis. The path requires consistent humility and non-violence toward all creatures. "Jīva Jīva Bhakṣate: everyone is consuming life, killing or eating others." "In the morning, get up, open your eyes, and say, 'I am human.'"

What does Yoga in Daily Life mean?

This is the day of oneness, the middle point in our sādhanā. We must practice every year and go forward, not back. Yoga in Daily Life began from Czechoslovakia and has spread worldwide; it is for all. Our sādhanā comes from Ālagpurījī and Devpurījī, through Holy Gurujī and Mahāprabhujī. Holy Gurujī gave me this chair, which is from God. Sitting here signifies oneness. We are to become gurus, but that happens only at life's end through true inner practice, not merely in time. I work with Mahāprabhujī. We are all together in this. The Nandi statue sees Holy Gurujī's samādhi and Śiva; offering to it brings blessings. We must continue every year. "All will be only one. It doesn't matter who, what will be. One in all, and all in one." "This chair is from God, Bhagavān... then you become the Parabrahma, Paramatmā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Bhajan Workshop Invocations and Kirtans

A Bhajan workshop from Devpurījī Ashram in the Czech Republic shares devotional invocations and kirtans. Greetings extend to all around the world. The weekend workshop practices devotional singing. The performance is offered so distant listeners may enjoy and connect. Sacred invocations are chanted with devotion. Jaya is proclaimed to Alakhpurīṣa Mahādev, Deveśvara Mahādev, Dīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān, Mādhavānanda Holī Gurujī, Satguru Dev, Viśvagurujī Paramahaṁsa Maheśvarānanda, and Mīrābāī. A kirtan then begins: “Āratī karūṁ satguru kī, pyāre guruvara kī.” The kirtan praises taking refuge in the guru, receiving sweet nectar-like moments. It describes the guru as the revealer of Brahma knowledge and the unwavering propagator of yoga knowledge. It acknowledges the guru’s feet as lotus-like, pervading the heart. The chant seeks grace to dispel doubts, cross the ocean of becoming, and illuminate the path. Participants are described as amateurs still learning and practicing. An invitation is given to join future bhajan workshops to learn playing, singing, and pronunciation. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe to the YouTube channel “Swamiji TV, Yoga in Daily Life” and give likes. A possible session is mentioned for the next day at ten o’clock. The gathering closes with blessings: “Hari Om” and “Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇ Bhagavān Kī Jai.” “Āratī karūṁ satguru kī, karūṁ satguru kī, pyāre guruvara kī.” “Vyomālitaṁ nirañjanaṁ nādabindu kalātītaṁ, tasmai śrī gurave namaḥ.” Filming location: Czech Republic

Sat sanga

The power of satsaṅga lies in gathering in truth. The recent global hardship was a manifestation of Kali Yuga, a dark age where everything breaks. I was traveling but was sent to my home country. Through it all, we were with God, who provides. "Sat" means truth. A Satguru embodies this truth. Many practice yoga and follow gurus, each with a name and lineage. We are all human, yet distinctions exist through names and relationships. In the ashram, you become family. Satsaṅga is the company of truth, where we are all together in goodness. This gathering is a satsaṅg. Maintaining this truthful connection requires constant practice, or it is lost when you leave. The physical body is temporary and turns to dust. The name, however, endures beyond the body, like a memory that remains after a person is gone. Therefore, hold to the truth of the name. Satsaṅga is truth together. "Sat means truth, and this truth is like that." "The body will slowly, slowly go... but your name will not go anywhere." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia

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 harm. We must affirm "I am human" as a constant reminder to act with compassion and avoid killing. Consuming meat and alcohol violates this sacredness. True spirituality means seeing the one God in all and giving up harmful habits. We are like a drop merging into the ocean of the divine; individual identity dissolves into universal oneness. The practice is to live without harming any creature. "All creatures are doing. Those who are living without any killing—avoiding alcohol, meat, all creatures—that is what they are doing." "Jīvā means life, life, and in that life there are all creatures: a little ant, this little ant, and humans, and all are all equal, what is living, living." Filming location: Gold Coast, Australia

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 technique is precise and must be learned correctly. The essence is transmitted through grace and correct application, not through forceful personal ambition. "All those disciples who are practicing should practice from one year to the next." "A master will not give you everything. He will only give for one year."

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 toward cosmic life. Every action has an effect, like food becoming either poison or the nectar of immortality. The practice involves turning all daily activities into conscious, skillful work. This transforms life itself into a path. "Yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam." "Our action is of two kinds: negative and positive."

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 thought; we become quick and everything goes into the heart. We become completely relaxed and everything is good. Upon waking, one should immediately recognize, "I am awakened." It is very important to say, "I am human," and think this all day. The earth is our mother; everything comes from and returns to it, like a drop to the ocean. The reality is to see where you truly are when sleeping deeply. Do not dwell on many things, but go to the oneness, like the sky. Speak what is right, eat well, relax, and sleep without anything. Satsang is the best. "Sleeping is very great. When we come to sleep, then there is no light, no thoughts, nothing." "When we wake up from deep sleeping and we open, awaken immediately... tell to thyself, 'I am awakened, I am,' and that is very important." Filming location: Brisbane, Australia