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Om Gam Ganeshaya Namaha
Gaṇeśa is the foundational principle of intelligence and stability, governing the root of being.A solid foundation prevents disturbance from emotional or physical imbalances. This principle, called Śubha or Ma gala, signifies auspiciousness and success in all beginnings. It is honored through rituals that establish sweetness and blessings, fostering good … read more »
We Should Have Practical Knowledge
The path of natural wisdom addresses the loss of inherent, sustainable knowledge.Divine creation is self-sustaining and continuous, while the man-made world is not. Humanity has misunderstood sustainability as economic perpetuity, leading to crisis. We have lost practical knowledge, becoming one-sided specialists devoid of seasonal awareness and cooking … read more »
Every Existence Is OM
Summer seminar in Strilky with Swami Gajanand.In the Mandukya Upanishad it is said: OM is this imperishable Word. OM is the Universe, and this is the exposition of OM. The past, the present and the future, all that was, all that is, … read more »
Recharging Energy
Compassion and true knowledge form the essential spiritual path.The current age presents many disturbances where only divine remembrance offers hope. The specific form of spiritual practice is less important than its essence, as divisions are human creations. Compassion is fundamental, as all life shares … read more »
Devanagari Alphabet
Devanāgarī, the Sanskrit alphabet, is a divine code of primal vibrations that constitute the universe.Each sound is an immortal akṣara, representing the creative energy of God. These sounds are called mātṛkās, the energy of the divine mother. The entire universe is created from and will dissolve back into these sounds. … read more »
The Form Of God Is Sound
OṂ is the root mantra, a divine vibration pervading all creation.Chanting does not create this sound but aligns one with its eternal reality. A mantra is defined by its effect: that which protects and purifies the mind through repetition. This purification is an active process of … read more »
Creation Through OM
Oṁ is the primordial sound and origin of all creation, visualized as a sacred symbol containing the universe.Its form, revealed in meditation, integrates the Sanskrit letters A, U, and M. These represent the divine trinity and the three universal qualities. The central point, or bindu, is Śiva as the self-manifesting source, from which … read more »
We All Together Care
The cleansing of the heart is the true purification.Old habits are difficult to overcome, like a path worn in snow. We pollute our water and threaten life. Plastic and impure food are snakes in our hands; they harm health and the planet. Decision-makers consume … read more »
Self- Realization Is A Very High Level
The path from self-realization to Brahmajñāna requires navigating the ocean of devotion and karma.Self-realization is merely the beginning of a greater journey toward Brahman. Upon self-realization, one rises above karmic attack like a helicopter above lions. However, even a realized being may still endure the physical karma of the … read more »
The Four Pillars of Life and the Nature of Dharma
Human life is balanced upon four pillars: dharma, artha, kāma, and mokṣa.Dharma is the foundational principle of nature, discipline, and purity; it is not man-made religion. Protecting dharma ensures protection. Artha is material wealth required for survival and to help others, but greed for excess creates bondage, … read more »
Curtain Of Ignorance
The inner world is a beautiful kingdom, a divine gift where you are the sovereign.The mind and senses are its inhabitants; do not become their slave, for slavery leads to destruction and suffering. This city can also be a city of cheaters, a training ground where ignorance veils the truth. … read more »
Sadhana Means Period Of Practice
Kaṭha praṇām is a superior practice, a blessing for yoga and life.The body is a temporary temple, essential for all spiritual work. Neglecting it is foolish. It is a divine creation, meticulously formed, a precious instrument for the soul. Therefore, respect and listen to the body. Āsanas … read more »
Controlling the Activities Of The Mind
Brahmavidyā is the science for mastering the prāṇas.Meditation with mantra is its key, harmonizing energy and reducing unnecessary mental fluctuations called vṛttis. Patañjali describes two vṛttis: kliṣṭa, which are disturbing, and akliṣṭa, which are not. Both are influenced by social company. A single … read more »
Self Realization Is Not The End
The path extends beyond self-realization to Brahmajñāna.The body is a divine instrument, with each limb possessing great value. Self-realization answers the fundamental question of identity, revealing one as the Ātmā. This knowledge is not the final destination but the beginning of the … read more »
Appearing Of Jyotirlingam
The Śiva Li ga represents the entire universe, the body of Śiva which is all space, energy, and vibration.During Śrāvaṇa month, performing Abhiṣeka on a Śiva Li ga fulfills wishes and it becomes a Jyotirli ga, the light of the universe. There are fourteen worlds within this cosmic system and 2,100 solar systems, each … read more »
Sataguru Jaga Me Aya Mera
The Satguru's arrival initiates a profound inner transformation.The divine sound 'So'haṃ' is imparted, revealing the Supreme Light. The vital energy reverses its flow, and the inner channels are unified. Awareness turns inward to the cave of the ear, where a throne of lightning … read more »
Bhajans Contain A Great Teaching
The teachings of yoga are divine revelations, not human inventions.All classical techniques, from āsanas to prāṇāyāma, originate from this source. The primary vehicle for this knowledge within our tradition is the bhajan. These are not merely songs but sacred utterances containing the complete spiritual path. … read more »
Invisible Guru Teaching
The spiritual path begins with a single encounter that ignites an inner flame.Everything we seek already exists within us, yet we often search externally. Progress is seen in retrospect, not in daily preoccupations. A first meeting with the teacher can be chaotic and confusing, filled with doubt and … read more »
Sanskrit Is A Divine Language
Sanskrit is a divine, systematic language originating from Vedic Sanskrit, the language of the Vedas and their auxiliary sciences.It is part of the vast Indo-European family, sharing deep roots with many modern languages. Sanskrit's perfection lies in its precise grammar and unlimited capacity for word creation from verbal roots, allowing exact expression of all … read more »
Pain Of Separation Is A Driving Force
The call to spiritual inquiry arises from the pain of separation from one's true nature.Pain is inherent in life and serves as a motivator. Suffering, however, is an optional response. We are conditioned by identifications and roles, creating a confused personality. This identification with what we are not generates persistent … read more »
Tapasya Is A Way To Purification
The master's absence is a direct teaching and test for spiritual practice.Accept the situation as a blessing and a chance for inner work. The core teaching is to accept, understand, and give. Reflect on the true purpose for being here: to progress on the spiritual path through … read more »
Birthday Celebration
Human life has three purposes: to attain spiritual knowledge, to perform good deeds, and to devote oneself to the Lord.Spiritual knowledge is essential for liberation from bondage and attaining ultimate peace. Good deeds form the foundation of a righteous life. Devotion involves constant remembrance and worship of the divine. These principles guide a successful human … read more »
Remembering On Paramyogeshwar Sri Devpuriji
Divine souls descend to guide mortals from suffering to immortality.One such master left the mortal world decades ago, having announced his departure. He first appeared in mountain ranges, his entire life marked by miraculous deeds and foreknowledge for human welfare. He transformed worldly people into … read more »
Real Friendship
The foundation of culture and the path to Brahmavidyā begins with parental education.Culture is created through the saṃskāras given by parents, and this culture protects society. The best education is received in the lap of parents, not in formal institutions. When children leave home, they face the outer … read more »
Enjoy the Spiritual Journey
Brahmavidyā is the knowledge leading to self-realization.Vidyā is the learning process with its techniques, while Jñāna is the perfected mastery from that learning. Satsa g is the highest yoga technique for awakening dormant human qualities. In satsa g, the guru's teachings represent … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration with Swamiji
The Guru principle leads from darkness to light.The Guru is not the physical body but the divine knowledge within. That knowledge is a precious diamond within a simple box. Each heart contains the divine light. A true disciple receives and transmits this knowledge; … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration - bhajans
OM Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwaranand Ashram, Jadan, India
Gurupurnima celebration with Swami Jasraj
Guru Pūrṇimā is a day to offer the fruits of the past year's spiritual practice and to begin anew.It is a time for reflection and for taking a resolution for the coming year. The spiritual path is the central priority, even amidst worldly duties. Life is a brief race where one has received the … read more »
Gurupurnima From Jadan
The ashram is a sacred field of grace where one must engage in seva, sādhanā, and bhajan to receive the Guru's blessings.Preserve your cultural saṃskāras and Sanskrit language for your children's mental purity and spiritual development. This place is a Śakti Pīṭha where great saints have lived; their vibrations remain. Do not come merely to eat and … read more »
Installation of the Shiva Lingam in Om Ashram
The nurturing fire of Bharga is a process of self-sustenance.The action itself contains its own completion and nourishment. One does not proceed beyond this point, for the fire is the entire journey. The work being done is the work of self-care. The agent and the … read more »
Gurupurnima Satsang and Celebration
Today is Guru Pūrṇimā, an auspicious day for offering reverence at the Guru's feet.The program includes early morning initiations and ceremonies. A central event is the arrival and establishment of the twelve Jyotirli gas from the sky into the temple. This is a rare opportunity for devotees to witness … read more »
Glory Of Gurudev
Guru Pūrṇimā signifies the celebration of the guiding principle that dispels ignorance.The guru is defined as the remover of darkness, leading one from ignorance to the light of self-knowledge. This principle is embodied as creator, protector, and destroyer of obstacles. The day commemorates the incarnation of Vedavyāsa, … read more »
Samadhi
Prāṇa is a subtle life force distinct from physical oxygen.Our physical body requires this earth-specific oxygen, but the astral body, composed of prāṇa, can travel without it. Consciousness operates through various states. Sleep is a natural samādhi where dreams occur, yet they offer imagination, not … read more »
Three Kinds Of Sadhana
The practice of sādhanā is supported through group retreats, daily yoga classes, and satsa g.Satsa g presents the wisdom of the tradition and all saints, continuing the Brahmavidyā practice. The teachings include the five elements, the ten prāṇas, the five layers of the body, and the structure of the worlds. … read more »
Children Program
Children are the light of tomorrow, shaped by guidance and connection to nature.Time is a mental construct, yet within it we must act. Recent gatherings saw youth engaged in environmental cleanup, leaving spaces pristine and supporting local communities. Children participated in nature programs, learning directly from the organic … read more »
Ayurveda and Yoga Goes Hand In Hand
Āyurveda defines health as physical and mental equilibrium.Health exists when the bodily humors are balanced, digestion is strong, tissues function properly, and wastes are eliminated timely, while the self and mind remain content. The entire universe, including humans and food, is composed of … read more »
Knowledge Is Our Best Wealth
The path from learning to wisdom involves completing our inner chapters.Time passes, yet we wish to remain established in Brahman. Where are we not? The difference between vidyā and jñāna is crucial. Jñāna is direct perception of reality. Vidyā is the learning process, the highest wealth … read more »
Morning Satsang From Srilky
A bhajan celebrating a guru's life and mission is examined.The composition details a divine incarnation's birth, early spiritual awakening, and renunciation. It describes rigorous training under a master, leading to a visionary encounter and the reception of a global mission to teach yoga and alleviate … read more »
We Cannot Deny Guru Principle
Guru Pūrṇimā has two explanations.The first is the day the earth first experienced the complete light of sun and moon directly, symbolizing the union of Śiva’s power and the earth. The second is the birthday of Vedavyāsa, who preserved the … read more »
The Sun, the Moon, and the Vajra Nāḍī
The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra and prāṇa are central to practice.Chant with resonance to connect. Visualize offering to Śiva. Prāṇa must be strong and present in the chant. The written Oṃ contains symbols: the svastika represents the sun, a source of life. The dot represents Brahman; … read more »
Dharma Is An Universal Principle
The essence of Sanātana Dharma and the path of a teacher is understanding universal principles beyond man-made religion.Yoga is a complete science of body, mind, and consciousness, more demanding than becoming a doctor. Religion is a man-made thought, while dharma is the eternal principle and obligation inherent in all existence. Everything—elements, seasons, relationships—has … read more »
Amavasya - Moon Darshan
The moon governs the mind, and its grace is accessed through the Guru's guidance.Somavati Amavasya, the dark moon, is a powerful time connected to Shiva and the flow of nectar. The moon's changing phases mirror the restless, changeable nature of the mind, which is ruled by emotion and indecision. … read more »
Science Of Prana And Pranayama
Prāṇa is the cosmic energy that sustains life and consciousness.It transforms negativity and possesses a healing quality. This energy becomes mixed with earthly elements, such as from the ocean and vegetation, to form the oxygen necessary for physical life. Pure cosmic energy is too potent … read more »
Prana Is King Of Our Life
The human life is a precious opportunity to realize the divine unity underlying all creation.All beings arise from one source, like branches of a single family. The diversity of languages and names creates the illusion of separation, leading to conflict. The soul journeys through countless forms before attaining a human … read more »
Purify The Karmic Layers
The human journey is governed by the law of karma, which creates destiny.Positive karma purifies the layers surrounding the soul, while negative karma obscures it. This destiny automatically guides each being through various realms, including heavenly worlds where one stays only until their merit is exhausted. The ultimate … read more »
Learning Has No End
Life is a school of perpetual learning, guided by the Divine Mother of knowledge.Vidyā, or learning, is a lifelong practice with no empty space devoid of lesson. Knowledge is of two kinds: intellectual knowledge of the material world and spiritual theory, and the applied knowledge of aiming toward a … read more »
Knowledge Is Endless
Knowledge has two streams: intellectual and spiritual.Brahman is the source of all knowledge. Intellectual knowledge is limited, like water in a tank, serving only the material world. Spiritual knowledge, Ātmajñāna, is endless, like a river. People chase titles and diplomas, but these … read more »
Brahma Vidya Needs Practice
Discipline and practice are essential for spiritual progress, not intellectual understanding alone.The sweetness of devotion makes discipline meaningful; without it, practice is tasteless. External life need not change, but inner discipline must be unwavering against temptation. This discipline is the necessary dress for a sane spiritual life. … read more »
Keep Discipline In Eating
Human life is a discipline.Creation established that life eats life for sustainability, leaving no escape except for humans. Humans must practice discipline in eating and sleeping, unlike animals. Eating little, alpāhāra, and avoiding heavy evening meals prevents excessive sleep driven … read more »
What Is The Guru
The seven days are Brahmavākya, the eternal words of Brahman, established by the Saptaṛṣis who reside in Antarīkṣa.This earth is Mṛtyu Loka, a junction of coming and going, and our Karma Bhūmi where we perform action. One must honor their Janmabhūmi, the place of birth, and their Dharma Bhūmi, the land of spiritual … read more »