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Mahaprabhuji's Mahasamadhi Celebration (1/4)
The divine descent and the guru's grace are the only path.Without the guru, there is no knowledge, no mantra, and no liberation. The scriptures declare this truth. The Self and the absolute cannot be realized without the land of Bharat. This is the fruit of its … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
The gathering celebrates devotion through song and anticipates coming practice.The day is recognized as significant, with programs planned. Bhajans and satsang are central, serving as a direct connection to the divine. The true Guru is paramount, surpassing even divine forms, for without that guide, neither … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
The Word is the fundamental reality and sole medium for divine connection.All spiritual practice, perception, and liberation arise from and depend upon the sacred Word. Through the Word alone one perceives the divine, receives grace, and gains all knowledge. It is the means of union and the … read more »
We must be in unity
Yoga practice extends from the body to the absolute reality, requiring purity in all aspects, especially food.Many use animal products in medicines and foods, which is not aligned with pure yoga. This impurity in consumption is linked to the rise of diseases like cancer. True yoga teachers and centers uphold sanātana dharma, … read more »
Stories about master and disciple
The path of sādhana requires proper practice, bestowed by the grace of the Guru lineage.Without correct application, efforts bear no fruit. Life must be transformed through this discipline. True sādhana is learned from everyone—family, teachers, and saints. Stories illustrate this. A student, guided to his own tradition, became a great … read more »
Bhramari pranayama and Om chanting
Bhajan and mantra are essential practices for inner cleansing and maintaining the correct path.These disciplines continuously work within the mind to bring the inner self forward toward the divine. Many have diverted toward material pursuits, losing the language and daily practice of their tradition. This shift must be corrected … read more »
Introduction to Bhramari Pranayama
The human body is a microcosm of the universe, and specific practices can harmonize it.Attachment to the true Guru is the sole devotion that pleases the mind, for without understanding, the soul suffers. The priceless human form is meant for realization, where belief destroys the cycles of birth and death. … read more »
Remain in the boat
The Guru is the boat that carries one across the ocean of worldly existence to the shore of liberation.Humans are like birds on that boat, lost and trying to fly on their own over a vast expanse with no direction, only to return exhausted. Without the Guru's guidance, one perishes in the waves. The … read more »
Do we have seen God?
The presence of the Guru is a profound blessing that revitalizes spiritual connection and purpose.A visit brings fresh energy, dispelling old habits and offering new encouragement. Disciples arrive with vessels of varying capacity to receive this grace. The true measure of reception depends on one's own openness and focus. The … read more »
Webcast from Jadan Ashram
The heart's plea is for the Guru's grace to reveal the true experience and provide refuge.When the Guru draws near, hope becomes possible; when distant, one is lost, not knowing where to turn. Worldly illusion holds no appeal, for nothing else is desired. Taking refuge in the Guru eradicates all deceit … read more »
The living God
The light is twofold: the external sun and the internal light within all.This inner light is constant, unlike the rising and setting sun. The science of the material world is great, yet different from the science of yoga. A story illustrates this: a professor of science questions a … read more »
Webcast from Jadan
The name of God is the supreme gift and the means for crossing the ocean of worldly existence.The name is identical to God; holding it within through mantra repetition awakens pure devotion. This devotion colors the heart with love. The world is seen as unreal through spiritual practice, directing one to the unchangeable … read more »
Feel oneness and protect all creatures
The divine essence resides within the living body.God is present within us and has given us human form. The natural world involves creatures consuming one another, yet herbivores like cows, which eat only grass, are considered close to the divine. Humans, gifted with … read more »
The search for God
True seeing and yoga are not found in external vision or closed-eye meditation alone.People close their eyes to seek God far away, yet God is present. Real yogis find the divine within the heart. With open eyes, the world's reflections are many and distracting, making single-pointed vision difficult. Neither … read more »
Respect for all festivals
The celebration of holy days reveals the oneness of all existence.The approaching festival for Mahāprabhujī coincides with Christmas, uniting diverse worship. Geographical distinctions are irrelevant; devotion connects all. The relationship between guru and disciple is one of absolute unity, akin to mother and child. All living … read more »
Bhajan evening in Jadan Ashram
A devotional invocation and hymn seeking divine grace and celebrating the supreme, formless reality.The call is for mercy from the divine presence that pervades all creation. The play of the absolute is unfathomable and limitless. All beings arise from and reside within that conscious reality. The hymns praise the … read more »
Remembering the anniversary of Sri Mahaprabhuji's Mahasamadhi
Sanātana Dharma is an eternal, living reality, not a historical event.Many traditions commemorate specific days for figures who lived and died, visiting gravesites with flowers and prayers. In contrast, the great saints and deities of this dharma are perceived as perpetually present, like the sun and … read more »
Webcast from Jadan
The Christmas light illuminates the universal theme of divine birth and a mother's sacred suffering.Many anticipate this celebration with joy, decorating and preparing sweets. The season invites reflection on figures like Jesus and Krishna, who entered the world through hardship. Their births highlight a mother's painful yet loving sacrifice, a … read more »
Worship every God and incarnation
The Christmas period invites reflection on divine birth and universal worship.Many people now think of Jesus, preparing and finding happiness. His life, though hard, shows a path to seeing God. Worship is an expression of joy. The birth of divine figures like Jesus and Kṛṣṇa involved … read more »
Vaccinate or not vaccinate?
The discourse connects ancient spiritual festivals with modern well-being, emphasizing light, faith, and practical health.Diwali, the festival of light, originated long ago with oil lamps to worship Bhagavān Rāma. This tradition comes from a time of one religion and simple ceremonies. The light represents spiritual goodness contrasted with inner darkness. … read more »
Where is our happiness?
God is within all life, and human purpose is to generate divine happiness.God exists within every creature and element. The earth itself feels our presence. Humans possess a unique capacity to consciously create happiness for God, akin to honoring one's parents. This is done by not harming other … read more »
Bhaktas are longing for Satsang
Words convey truth and community is our essence.Being present without duty allows deep observation. One sees the beauty in all things and the varied behaviors of people, yet recognizes the unchanging self within. This observation teaches discernment of character and self. Time expands … read more »
My happiness is at Your holy feet
True devotion requires unwavering focus on the master's feet, regardless of external hardship.Many seek spiritual guidance but their practice remains superficial. Listening and singing are not enough; the essence must penetrate every cell of one's being. Devotion is tested by inner thorns—persistent doubts, ego, and conflicts that arise … read more »
Yoga means uniting
Yoga in daily life is unity with the divine principle present in all existence.Life originates from and is sustained by water, which constitutes our bodies and the world. All creatures, including those unseen beneath the earth or in the air, are interconnected through life. The natural world operates on … read more »
Conference from Bhari Khatu
Peace is found only within, through the Self, and in the shelter of the saints.The world is restless, seeking peace in objects and achievements, but peace is not found externally. A saint is one whose desires have ceased, who lives for others. Their darśana yields immediate fruit, purifying the seeker. … read more »
The Companion of the Three Worlds
The world is an illusion without the remembrance of the Divine.Life is as useless as a bird without wings, a tree without fruit, or a well without water. Without the Name of Hari, nothing has value. Work, anger, greed, and lust are not the path. No … read more »
Webcast from Bhari Khatu
The devotee calls upon the Satguru to come quickly and end all suffering.The pain of worldly existence and the burden of past sins feel unbearable. Only the Guru's compassionate arrival can grant liberation. The Guru is the remover of afflictions and the giver of true grace. When the … read more »
The coronation of Swami Avatarpuri
A sacred succession is announced through the Abhiṣeka ceremony.On the holy occasion of a revered master's Mahāsamādhi day, the successor is formally declared according to the sannyāsa tradition. The ceremony follows the Vedic paramparā, performed by appointed priests. It includes a ritual bath for … read more »
A Litany of Invocation and Blessing
The text is a series of devotional invocations and blessings.It opens with repeated salutations and blessings. Mantras and praises to various deities are recited, including invocations to Vishnu and references to divine incarnations. A village is declared as dedicated to God. The structure is liturgical, … read more »
Bhajan evening from Bhari Khatu Ashram
The devotee calls upon the divine, seeking grace and expressing a longing for direct experience.The world is cared for by that which is very big, the flute player. The path involves remembering the divine name to find happiness, suggesting liberation comes from breaking the bonds of countless life forms. Yet, … read more »
A Divine Invocation and Address to the Community
A spiritual address and invitation to a community gathering.The true Satguru has arrived. Despite global illness, devotees remain under divine guidance. This land and its people are held in high regard. All are welcomed regardless of community or age. The speaker has returned from … read more »
Bhajan evening from Jadan Ashram
The celebration of Diwali embodies the primordial divine grace that unifies all existence.First, there was God. The blessings of that primordial time are celebrated as Diwali, which honors both Shiva and Rama. Rama was the first to make religions one, unifying them into the recognition of only God. … read more »
Divali satsang 2021 Jadan Ashram
Today, the supremely bliss-bestowing Diwali has descended upon the world.The radiant light dispels all darkness. Every home sings songs of bliss and auspiciousness, sharing the good news. Sages and deities sing victory and offer flowers. The formless and the manifest Brahma are worshipped. The beauty … read more »
Chanting divine mantras
The supreme devotion to the Guru is the only path across the ocean of worldly existence.Without the Guru's grace, liberation is impossible. The Guru is the imperishable supreme reality, the boat of the name that carries the soul to the other shore. Service to the Satguru destroys all obstacles and reveals … read more »
A Devotional Recitation and Mantra
Today we sing a mantra of Ravana and a mantra sung by Rama.The recitation is a devotional hymn to Shiva, describing his formidable and benevolent aspects. It praises his power to destroy illusions and grant liberation. The text venerates his form, from his third eye to his blue … read more »
Bhajan evening from Jadan Ashram
The Guru is the supreme refuge and the sole means to liberation.Take the Guru's name, and all sins are washed away. The Guru is Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheshvara. The Guru is the veritable Supreme Absolute. Meditate on the divine form of the Guru seated within the heart. … read more »
Yogis are always alert
The ordinary mind oscillates between states of distraction and unconsciousness.In waking, one is physically present but mentally absent, with thoughts scattered far away. One is here, yet not truly here. Even in sleep, the inner world remains active with dreams and unresolved work. There is … read more »
What does Sanatana Dharma mean?
Sanātana Dharma is the eternal, natural law based on one's inherent nature, with its foundation in purity.It originates from the time of Śiva, who was first in this creation. The practice begins with purifying one's diet, which purifies the body and mind, allowing entry into the divine. This dharma is ancient and … read more »
Yog and Viyog
Yoga is not merely physical exercise; it originates from Śiva, who is formless yet manifests through the five elements.The human body is composed of these elements, yet within resides the Ātmā, the life force present in every cell. Humans often act without awareness, especially in consumption, unlike animals. This lack of control obstructs the … read more »
Mantras and Bhajans
Satsa g is the gathering where truth resides and God is the center.Life transforms in its light, allowing action with detachment. The broader meaning is a gathering of like-minded individuals focusing on God beyond any single religion. The closer meaning is the place where truth itself resides. Bhajans … read more »
Guru can take you across the ocean
The Guru is the foremost principle and the essential guide for liberation.All beings require a Guru, as even divine incarnations followed their teachers. The Guru alone ferries the soul across the ocean of worldly existence to God. Initiation can be received at any time, though Guru Purnima … read more »
Divine consciousness and Yoga Nidra
Yogic awakening transcends ordinary states of consciousness.True awakening is not merely physical alertness but an inner vigilance present even in sleep. The waking state involves external awareness, while sleep engages the body's inner healing intelligence. Dreaming operates without the sense of a … read more »
Animals are like our brothers and sisters
The current era is marked by a loss of compassion and health due to consumption of animal products and drugs.In the past, meat was eaten rarely, but now it is a constant desire. This, along with alcohol and drugs, makes people inert. Many young people are now choosing veganism, recognizing animals as brothers who are … read more »
The Globe of the Self: Reflections on Ātmā, Jīva, and the One in All
The principle is one in all and all in one.This science of the soul encompasses the entire globe and all life within it. The individual soul, or jīva, resides within the body, yet its nature and destination remain unknown. The self expands and contracts, traveling … read more »
All disciples are equal for the Guru
Respect all beings and uphold Dharma by avoiding harm, especially to animals.The path requires purity in action, thought, and the handling of resources meant for others. Greed and selfishness lead to loss, as illustrated by the dog who, seeing a reflection, dropped its own bread to chase … read more »
The relation between humans and God
The oneness of all life is realized through yogic practice.All humans are one, regardless of origin. The first humans emerged alongside divine consciousness. All beings are manifestations of the one God. Consider the ocean and a single drop; the drop is the ocean, yet fears … read more »
First is the Guru
A disciple's unwavering devotion is tested to its absolute limit.A boy seeks a spiritual teacher, pleading to renounce worldly life. The teacher accepts him but imposes severe austerity, providing no food and assigning only the care of cows. The boy endures, surviving on milk, then … read more »
Yoga and health
The essence of a yogic life integrates body, breath, and mindful living.Care for the body through exercise and yoga; neglect brings illness and suffering. Movement is vital, but excess is harmful. Practice moderation. Breath work and meditation nourish the lungs and system. Diet is crucial; consuming meat … read more »
We should feel that we are one
The journey is a return to oneness, like a bird that flies far but returns to its nest each evening.You travel, yet the essential self is not confined by location. The true self, the ātmā, is singular and vast, connecting all beings and even reaching the stars. We are here to meet in love and … read more »
We should have roots
Yoga is a progressive path requiring tailored techniques for growth, like a child advancing through life stages.We must evolve beyond mere physical exercise to teach yoga's full science, especially at universities where its depth is often unknown. Many traditions and teachers exist, each with their own disciples, just as every mother has … read more »