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Where and how the kundalini starts to rise up
The subject is Kuṇḍalinī and the chakras.Love makes any distance feel near. Kuṇḍalinī refers to the round, cyclical nature of all existence, from planets to our bodies. It is a serpentine energy, not a literal snake, moving through subtle channels like Iḍā, … read more »
Guru is Brahma
The value lies in singular focus and the grace found at the Guru's feet.Having one sacred image or mantra prevents confusion, especially at the moment of death. Collecting many pictures or mantras dilutes their power, like inflation devaluing currency. True devotion is shown through profound respect for a single … read more »
Understand and follow your Guruji
The discipline of anuṣṭhāna is a rigorous, systematic practice for sincere seekers.One stays in a designated spot, maintaining distance from others as energies differ. Nourishment is limited, though health conditions are accommodated. Initial days are manageable, but resolve is tested by the third and fourth days. Preparation … read more »
Nature of our Atma
The essence of vṛtti and ātmā is the path to oneness.A good vṛtti is seen as discipline and humility in one's life, observed by others. Vṛtti manifests in two ways: through external discipline from parents and teachers, and through one's inherent nature. It refers to one's … read more »
The proper way of teaching Yoga
Yoga requires discipline and correct practice.Every tradition has its own authentic expression, just as each bird has its distinct call. The teacher's role is to guide students into a state of bliss, not idleness. Practice is essential; it is yoga itself. … read more »
Where is our house?
Our true home is in God, not in this world.We are born and move between places, yet never find a lasting home. Heaven is described as perfect joy, yet jealousy exists even there. A story illustrates divine purpose. God walks in a garden, greeting all … read more »
Message of the three monkeys
The ātmā is present in all living beings, and we must respect this universal life.Every entity with life contains the ātmā and the five elements. This includes humans, animals, and plants. Respecting all life is the path to sainthood; otherwise, karma determines our next birth. We must guard our senses: … read more »
Respect the family traditions
Life is one, yet we perceive separation.Observe nature. Birds return to their nests with evident joy. Their happiness is a natural state. Humans often lack this simple contentment. All beings possess innate knowledge for survival, like ants sensing rain. Our constructed intelligence … read more »
Om Ashram
A large-scale world peace monument shaped as the universal Oṃ symbol is being built.Since 1993, this structure has served humanity by teaching yoga, meditation, and philosophy to preserve Vedic wisdom. It will contain 108 residential compartments for visitors and students. The design originated from a yogi's vision, who developed … read more »
Om Ashram CZ
A large-scale World Peace Monument is being built to foster global peace through yoga, meditation, and holistic education.Constructed since 1993 in the form of the ancient Oṃ symbol, it aims to preserve Vedic wisdom and serve humanity. The vision originated from a yogi who developed the "Yoga in Daily Life" system, a structured … read more »
The nature of the Guru
The one Ātmā resides within the five layers of the body.Through correct practice, these layers—Annamaya, Prāṇamaya, Manomaya, Vijñānamaya, and Ānandamaya Kośa—melt away. The soul then progresses from Jīvātmā to merge with the eternal. Do not create duality or follow other paths. This one Ātmā is within … read more »
The Oneness of Ātmā
The ātmā is one; perceived difference is a pollution.Consider a cherry tree. Its thousands of fruits share the same seed, form, and sweetness. From one seed come millions, yet the quality remains identical. All souls are this one seed. Life exists everywhere: in water, … read more »
Consciousness and Space
Consciousness and space are one living reality.Space does not expand or contract, for it is limitless. Consciousness is the life of space, present within all. This consciousness is the Paramātmā, the singular supreme Self. The apparent many are like beads on a … read more »
Conference the Yoga is Science of Human The Destiny of Soul
Yoga is the science of humans and the destiny of the soul.This science existed before Śiva manifested. The human body is its own hospital, containing all treatment within. Discipline must begin now, not tomorrow. Health is the primary happiness, gained through proper nourishment and self-care. The essence … read more »
The Opening of a New Ashram: Discipline, Harmony, and Spiritual Lineage
A new ashram is established through the Guru lineage, demanding discipline and harmony.This place must be maintained with peace and consideration for neighbors regarding parking and noise. The ashram is a home for all, requiring internal discipline, not personal freedom. Spiritual development begins with creating a good atmosphere. … read more »
The Triangle of Thirty Years
The triangle of time symbolizes a sacred trinity, and the care of our future rests with the children.Time passes quickly, and children are the culture of tomorrow. They must receive proper love and education. Currently, many children are not educated well and fall into difficulties because parents lack knowledge and responsibility. A child … read more »
The Eternal Dharma and the Legacy of Alak Purī
The eternal Dharma returns to a place of former prayer, adapting to changing times while its essence remains.Human consciousness shifts, but we must reconnect to our ancient spiritual roots from the Satya Yuga. This truth is not a human religion but the universal harmony of all creation. A parable illustrates the need for … read more »
The Oneness of Yoga and Humanity
Yoga is the science of humanity and oneness.It existed before creation. The universe began with endless space and Consciousness, governed by principles of balance and harmony. From the primordial resonance, Oṁ, emerged light and all creation, including 8.4 million life forms across water, … read more »
Our duty to have a devotion
Our lineage originates from Alak Purījī of the Satya Yuga.It is a living tradition essential for receiving blessings. We searched for thirteen years to find Alak Purījī's origin and understand Devpurījī's tapasyā. The lineage, seemingly dormant, blossomed again through Devpurījī, Mahāprabhujī, and our Gurujī. You … read more »
Soul is One
The Guru's transformative power surpasses that of the philosopher's stone.The Pāras stone turns iron to gold, but it cannot make iron into another Pāras. A true Master, however, can transform a disciple into a Master. This reveals the principle: we ourselves are the Pāras. Through … read more »
Keep your Anamaya Kosha clean
The essence of life is found in pure nourishment and consistent spiritual practice.A slight change in any action, like churning butter, alters its result, just as our actions shape life's flavor. Humans must not be proud; all creatures possess consciousness and feel pain. True health begins with Annamaya … read more »
You become that
Words possess power through the vibrational qualities of Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas.Chanting connects one to the divine master, providing the energy to cross the ocean of life. The sacred name signifies surrender, creating a connection from the disciple to the master's feet, which are described as a … read more »
Atma is in every creature
True spiritual knowledge transcends mere intellectual study to reveal the inner oneness of all life.Historical lineages and teachers transmit this wisdom, yet the ultimate reality is not found in books or debates. The modern age offers equality, but real freedom comes from inner realization, not external status. All beings possess … read more »
Relation of the Master and disciple
The essence of Ārādhya and Guru Tattva is the worship of the divine master who is the source of all guidance.Ārādhya is the personal God or Master to whom one turns for help in all matters. All prayer is ultimately one, with differences only in language and custom, just as milk from various mothers is still … read more »
Chakras are the source of koshas
The subject is Kuṇḍalinī, Chakras, and the human science of Yoga.Awakening is not a mysterious event but the knowledge of the Self, which is inherent from birth. The duty is to maintain this natural development, not to overtake or divert it. Humans often manipulate this immense … read more »
Attachment towards God
True attachment is the oneness that lasts until eternity, like a river flowing to the ocean.Positive attachment within a family is the goal. Marital separation is painful and disregards the children, who carry the union of father and mother within them. This loving attachment must be protected; to break it is … read more »
Understand your body
Inspiration arises from within, not from external situations for solving problems.Simplicity fosters happiness, while abundance creates trouble. Modern life, with its hospitals and complexities, contrasts with a natural, joyful past. Traditional community life, where elders guided marriages and families celebrated for a month, ensured responsibility and … read more »
The Glory of Alak Purījī
The name Alak signifies the indescribable glory of a perfected being.A Purī denotes a city where sannyāsīs reside and preach. Ādiguru Śa karācārya established such centers. A Siddha or Avadhūta is one who has achieved everything and possesses all Siddhis, yet has no personal desire. These … read more »
Keep the original message of Yoga
The Guru is the unity of all worship and the source of true knowledge.Worship of all creation is worship of the one Guru, for the soul and the Guru are one. Singing devotional prayers requires the qualities of a Guru, as it is rooted in meditation upon the Gurudev. … read more »
The reflection of the Self
The light of the Self is realized through grace and alert practice.Time is a human construct; only the Supreme is unchanging. We are bound in saṃsāra, coming and going due to karma. The body is a temporary bag discarded at death, but the soul remains. Do not … read more »
We should believe in God
The human journey is a rare opportunity to realize oneness.Among countless life forms, the human birth is the most developed. This development offers the singular chance to merge with the supreme reality. Many habits, like excessive eating or using tobacco, create disease and suffering, obscuring … read more »
Practicing from Garrison
A guided practice moving from physical movement to inner stillness.Begin by chanting Aum, feeling the elements within the body without force. Proceed through a series of gentle stretches and twists, activating the body's energy centers. The focus is on relaxation and comfort, not perfect form. … read more »
Purify your body from poison
Our subject is the Kuṇḍalinī, the chakras, and human life.Happiness is within ourselves. Unhappiness comes from outside, from disappointment, but it also resides within. Like a shadow, death walks beside us always. Unspoken grievances become a poison stored in the body, specifically in the Viśuddhi … read more »
How universe reflects in the human body
Health arises from grounding the body's energy through the feet.The foot soles contain vital chakras connected to glands and nerves. Rubbing them activates energy. Walking barefoot on earth or on a bed of gravel at home draws direct energy from the planet, benefiting the entire … read more »
Pranayama and Kundalini
A guide to post-meal practice and the subtle body.Sit comfortably after eating, ideally in Vajrāsana, to aid digestion. Relax the entire body systematically from fingers to toes, feeling the connection through the Vajranāḍī. Warm the palms and place them over the ears to feel … read more »
Kundalini, chakras, and consciousness
We explore the soul, chakras, and the oneness of consciousness.Every creature has chakras and an effect on nature. Our skin is a vital protective layer connected to these energy centers. Misusing chemicals on our skin or harming animals creates negative karmic effects. The individual soul, … read more »
Science of development into the Supreme
The path to higher consciousness requires understanding the self through its five sheaths.Life is composed of five living elements: space, fire, air, water, and earth. These elements constitute all forms, which are impermanent. The first sheath is the physical body, nourished by food. The second is the vital … read more »
Webcast from Buford
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Development and Chakras
The classical temple dance Bharata Nāṭyam is a 5,000-year-old symbolic language of art, spirituality, and yoga.Each movement and rhythm is mathematically precise, conveying that a higher power exists beyond the material world. Its essence combines expression, melody, rhythm, and dance to communicate eternal truths. The mind, governed by the moon, is … read more »
Morning practice from Mt. Shasta
Awareness arises through direct sensation of breath and body.Feel the vibration of sound throughout the entire form. Engage the hands, bringing warmth to the face. The gaze is directed inward, even as the body bends forward. Contact with the ground allows sensation to circulate … read more »
There is one Soul
The sacred conch embodies the primordial sound from which all creation emerges.This resonance, Nāda Rūpa Parabrahma, is the Supreme's cosmic sound. Everything originates from and merges back into this sound, resolving duality into oneness. The five elements—space, fire, air, water, earth—manifest from this resonance. Life developed within … read more »
System of the chakras and the sound
The Ājñā Chakra is reached through the foundational energy of the navel.Crossing into this chakra is difficult, as the ego arises at every border between states of being. Lower emotions can pull consciousness back down. All paths are correct, yet all beings share a common root. For … read more »
Soul is one
The journey of the soul is explored through the Cakras and the principle of non-duality.The Ājñā Cakra is the border between human and divine consciousness. The moon's cycles influence all nature, including human energy and behavior. The first five Cakras correspond to elements and realms from earth to vegetation to … read more »
The Yogic Anatomy and Practice
The subject is Kuṇḍalinī and Chakras.Humans possess a highly developed consciousness capable of realizing the divine energy within. The self is experienced in the heart, yet is present throughout the entire body. The human system is composed of five sheaths: the … read more »
Vishuddi Chakra and thyroid gland
Desire is a poison.In myth, gods and demons churned the ocean, producing a poison that threatened all creation. Śiva drank it but held it in his throat, which turned blue, earning him the name Nīlakaṇṭha. Similarly, we hold poison … read more »
Tree planting in Auckland
A community gathers to plant a tree for peace following a national tragedy.This beach was a replacement for one lost to development decades prior. The planting is a symbol of peace and unity, directly responding to a recent shooting in Christchurch. Representatives from many nations express honor at … read more »
Opening ceremony of the new center at Auckland
A universal center for peace and unity opens, dedicated to yoga and cultural harmony.This center welcomes all, representing a single, unifying spiritual truth beyond individual religions. Practitioners follow a sattvic diet. A World Peace Tree is planted in memory of lives lost, with prayers for global peace and an … read more »
Yagya
The sacred union of marriage is a spiritual dharma that creates a single entity for the journey toward heaven.Husband and wife reunite through their astral bodies after death, regardless of who departs first. This union is essential for performing a proper yajña, requiring a sympathetic couple. Dharma, or cosmic justice, is administered by Dharmarāja … read more »
The relation to ourselves
Connection is the nature of the Svādhiṣṭhāna Chakra.First, we connect to each other and to ourselves. This connection defines who we are. Understanding this process is essential. How are you connecting yourself? This inquiry reveals the nature of relationship. The clarity of this … read more »