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The Mind: A Wild Horse to be Tamed with Love
The mind is a wild horse that must be tamed for spiritual progress.The aim of human life is Self-realization, achieved through service, devotion, and discipline. The mind is powerful and unruly, often compared to a monkey that can destroy one's spiritual garden. Yogis and ascetics cultivate this garden … read more »
The Aim of Life: A Discourse on Guru Pūrṇimā
The aim of life is self-realization and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.All creation emerges from the one eternal sound, OM. Life begins when the light of Paramātmā enters the five elements of the mortal world. The individual soul is bound by karma, cycling through births according to … read more »
The Aim of Human Life
The aim of human life is to realize pure consciousness.Intellect without spirituality leads one into a thorny forest of argument and confusion. Spirituality is purity, not merely religion. A negative thought projected onto others first exists within you. Balanced practice is essential. The cosmic consciousness … read more »
Rajasthani bhajan evening
The Guru is the sole means to liberation and the resolution of all suffering.Without devotion to the Guru, no happiness exists. The Guru is Brahmā, Viṣṇu, Maheśa, the sun, and the power of Gaṇeśa. The true Guru is the supreme, formless Lord. Holding the Guru's name removes sin and … read more »
We have every possibility in us
The hidden strength within is revealed upon meeting the divine.A story illustrates this. As a boy, Hanuman, unaware of his powers, acted mischievously. The gods granted him great strengths but hid them from his awareness for his own safety. These latent powers remained concealed within … read more »
Parents do the biggest Sadhana
The true family is a spiritual kinship defined by virtues, not merely birth.Congratulate parents and the Guru on a birthday, for they provide the foundational gifts. A dedicated parent embodies sannyāsa, sacrificing all for the child's early years. This is a profound sādhana. The next stage of parental … read more »
Hari Hi Om Tat Sat
The search for truth reveals the unreality of the world and the self.Training adapts the body and mind, as shown by an experiment in the Himalayas. Problems are creations of body and mind. The great mantra is the truth. Non-dual Vedanta states only Brahman is real; the world … read more »
We shall give happiness to others
Knowledge is life, distinguishing humanity.Intellect requires knowledge. There are two kinds of knowledge. Vācārthī is knowledge from reading scriptures and then speaking it. Lakṣārthī is knowledge aimed at self-realization, the ultimate target of all wise seekers. The human brain is … read more »
The purpose of the human life is to know first thyself
There is only one God, who is formless, spotless cosmic consciousness.Human intellect, in turbulence, cannot grasp this reality directly. Realization brings an inner calm, like the deep ocean beneath surface waves. Without it, one remains adrift in thought and emotion. The formless God is known not … read more »
The guidance of a Guru is a lifelong task
The miracle of Guru Bhakti transforms the disciple's life.The moment of meeting the Master begins a unique transformation for every sincere seeker. Separation from the Guru creates longing, and reunion brings joy, removing all doubts as the heart opens. The Guru travels tirelessly to … read more »
The heart of the saints is like an ocean, everybody has space in it
A pilgrimage to Mount Abu and the significance of the full moon.The group visited sacred sites at Mount Abu, including Gurushikhar where Dattātreya’s perpetually burning sacred fire is maintained. They saw the cave containing his footprints and the temple from a story where worship was once halted. … read more »
Is suffering the human most enjoyable toy?
Suffering fuels the journey to bliss.Humanity clings to suffering like a toy. Faces show this, mouths turned down when relaxed. Suffering teaches; wisdom grows through experience. A wise person knows action and reaction are one, avoiding needless repetition. Accumulated pain, mostly … read more »
We are responsible for what will be tomorrow
The world is moving in a strange direction because we are in Kali Yuga, an age of spiritual decline.We identify with the body or external objects, not the true Self. Our choices create karma, which determines our future. Modern education feeds the ego, not true knowledge. In this darkness, satsa g—association with truth through … read more »
Vishnu Yajña and Pūrṇāvatī Ceremony
The Vishnu Yajña is a sacred journey of tapasya, aligning with cosmic forces to attain peace and divine grace.Yajña is performed to please deities and is a form of hardship. It is a journey from one state to another. Preparation and gathering necessary items are essential. The path may flow effortlessly or become challenging. … read more »
Blicke in dich hinein (Aparokshanubhuti)
Shankaracharya's non-dual teaching reveals the Self.He was a profound knower who established the highest monastic order. His core realization is non-dualism: all apparent differences are forms of the same essence, like gold in various ornaments. The individual self and the divine … read more »
The Invocation of Deities and the Establishment of the Yajña
The yajña is the eternal ritual of cosmic purification and divine invocation.Deities are invoked through mantra, establishing their presence within the sacrificial arena. All planetary forces, directional guardians, and millions of śakti forms converge here. The Vāstu deity presides over any construction, its form invoked as countless … read more »
A Ritual of Invocation and Offering to the Divine
This ritual invokes and makes offerings to the divine.Salutations are given to the guru, the remover of obstacles, and the guardian deities. Water is offered for a complete bath, invoking Agni and Varuṇa. The five nectars bathe the deity. Pure cloth is offered at … read more »
Who are we to judge
Evening satsang from Jadan Ashram.On the begining Swamiji is chanting Om Namah Shivaya.
The Path of Pure Sādhanā: Anuṣṭhāna and the Lotus of Consciousness
Anuṣṭhāna is a powerful sādhanā for spiritual purification and achieving liberation through devotion.Anuṣṭhāna is done with a pure and deep resolution to purify the Antaḥkaraṇa and become free from the three tapas. Continuous practice must not be interrupted, or time is lost. Consciousness is polluted through the doors … read more »
Self is happiness
The sense of life is to become happy and free from past suffering and karma.Satsa g is the best way to attain this peace. Our inner self, which seeks happiness, is a part of God. We often search for this self externally, but it cannot be found that way. To … read more »
Around the world - Yoga in Slovakia
Simple living and inner peace are found through conscious practices that connect us to our divine essence.Modern life creates stress by distancing us from natural simplicity. Media consumption replaces true connection with nature and others. A healthy lifestyle requires deep contemplation on nourishment, breath, and movement. What we eat carries vibrational information; … read more »
Around the world - Yoga Class of Level 6, Zagreb
The practice integrates āsanas, mudrās, and awareness to purify and align the inner systems.Begin by relaxing the mind in Vajrāsana. Yoga Mudrā cleanses impurities, working on depression and eyesight. The most important aspect is to not be carried away by inquiry during the hold. Discipline may become challenging with … read more »
Around the world - Practice in Ukraine
Begin the practice of āsanas, prāṇāyāma, and meditation.Close the eyes and attune to the practice. Scan and relax the entire body. Observe the complete yogic breath. The first āsana is Ānanda Āsana, the posture of relaxation. Lie down comfortably and consciously relax each … read more »
Around the world - Yoga exercises specifically for women
This is a gentle yoga sequence for menstrual well-being.We begin with relaxation and full yogic breath to harmonize body and mind. Specific postures target the pelvic area and lower back. The first exercise involves bringing one knee to the chest, then extending the leg, … read more »
Swamiji in Bay Area, USA
The essence of bhajan is devotional singing.It is a practice of the heart, not a performance of the mind. The technical method is secondary to the feeling of devotion. One begins by simply joining in the collective voice. The melody and rhythm … read more »
Australian Yoga Teacher Conference
Welcome to this gathering, representing union and professional service.The organization's journey is acknowledged from its founding members to current teachers and future trainees. This conference symbolizes the mission to unite all yoga teachers and interested individuals, transcending styles and traditions. It also focuses on … read more »
Life in the astral world
Spirituality depends on the clarity of consciousness.Consciousness is meant to be transparent but becomes polluted by negative thoughts, ego, jealousy, greed, hate, and the consumption of meat, alcohol, and drugs, which act like a virus. This pollution obscures the inner mirror and … read more »
I found happiness in the shelter of my Master, Vep
Bhajans are personal spiritual expressions containing teachings and experiences, distinct from the repetition of kīrtan.Their purpose is for self-expression and inner experience, not performance. All beings seek happiness because their true, divine nature is happiness itself. Reality is one, immortal Brahman; duality is mortal ignorance. We are part of this … read more »
The Practice of Śalabhāsana and Complementary Āsanas
The practice of śalabhāsana and complementary āsanas builds strength and influences consciousness.Śalabhāsana strengthens the posterior muscles and works on self-confidence. Hold the posture with full lungs and descend on the exhalation, though breathe naturally if there is high blood pressure. Remain soft while using strength. It corrects … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life: The Fifth Level
Yoga is the science of body, mind, spirit, and soul.Every practice has a purpose. Begin by relaxing in Ānandāsana with palms up to open the chest and lower the shoulders. Legs apart relaxes the pelvis. Abdominal breathing massages organs and calms emotions. Practice always within … read more »
Around the world - Yoga Class of Level 3, Zagreb, CRO
A journey of withdrawal and placement requires returning weapons to their correct positions and gathering one's essence into its proper place.Put down the arms and behold what is before you. The practice involves pulling the head back and withdrawing from confusion. Research places everything, and withdrawal returns each thing to its place. The essence is found … read more »
Resonance is everywhere, resonance is life, Adelaide
The eternal journey is the soul's passage through creation back to its divine origin.Consciousness exists within infinite space as a balanced unity. From the resonant sound AUM, light and all universes manifest. The individual soul journeys across lifetimes, accumulating karma through action. This karma is carried by the soul … read more »
Ekant vas and anusthan, Vep
Yoga is the universal principle of balance, harmony, and union.It is the balancing force within cosmic consciousness and space, maintaining all elements and celestial bodies. This same principle balances the five elements composing the human body, harmonizing its systems, mind, and emotions. Where balance exists, … read more »
Satya Yuga and Kali Yuga is within you, Sunshine Coast
Devotion in Kali Yuga transforms inner darkness into light.External Kali Yuga continues for millennia, yet the true Kali Yuga exists within—negative qualities like hate and greed. Sat Yuga is also within—knowledge of Brahman, the sole truth, while the world is temporary. Never think you … read more »
The Eternal Journey, Sunshine Coast
The eternal journey of the soul is our subject today.We originate from the supreme resonance, Oṃ, and the light of Śiva. As individual souls, we are bundles of karma, rolling through countless lives across the universe. We incarnate in various forms, collecting impressions like a … read more »
Australian tour 2011 slideshow
Australian-Tour Photos 1-WideScreen 16-9 final Musical recording. … read more »
Ego is the willpower of life, Vep
The mind is a mighty elephant requiring the goad of self-mastery.The purpose of Mauna, or silence, is inner observation to understand life's purpose and obstacles. Patañjali describes thoughts as either negative (kliṣṭa) or positive (akliṣṭa). Your world is created by your thinking; positive thoughts manifest a … read more »
Dharama Karma und Pralabdha, Hamburg
Dharma is duty, principle, and the inherent nature of all things.Uphold your duty and it upholds you; neglect it and it will neglect you. Humans must use reason, not just feeling, to understand and practice Dharma. Karma is all action, from breathing to thinking. Deliberate actions … read more »
The Origin and Nature of Consciousness
The universe is infinite space, a cosmic womb containing consciousness as its brain, pervading all.Individual consciousness seeks union with this cosmic consciousness, which is the goal of all spiritual paths. The unifying force is Yoga. Within cosmic consciousness is divine will, manifesting first as the primordial sound Oṃ, from which … read more »
Mantra is a seed in your heart
The path of mantra and selfless action is essential for spiritual success.Time is precious, and a day spent in divine thought, mantra, and selfless service is blessed. Selfless action, or Niṣkāma Karma, is service performed for the benefit of all beings and the environment. Selfish action, or … read more »
Navaratri - Honoring the Divine Mother and speech on Kriya Yoga, Gold Coast
Navarātrī honors the Divine Mother, source of all manifestations.The universal Śakti gives birth to great souls. Kriyā means action; the cosmos, nature, and body function continuously. Haṭha yoga prescribes six cleansing kriyās for purification. Systematic practice under a master’s guidance is essential. Doubt breaks … read more »
Gurudev can make You a Paras
The annual world parikramā honors the holy planet where the formless God manifests through the elements.All creatures offer prayer, both silent and loud. The cry of a suffering animal is its prayer. Great saints possess transparent vision of all three times; their words are unchangeable truth. To understand this Guru Vākya, … read more »
Around the world - Surya Namaskar, Zagreb, CRO
Surya Namaskāra integrates posture, cakra concentration, and mantra for holistic purification.This classical yoga sequence is best performed at sunrise or sunset, honoring the sun as a life-giving deity. The practice involves precise physical movements, each linked to a specific cakra and breath. Quality is paramount: perfect … read more »
Around the world - World peace in your hands
Peace is in your hands, and inner peace is the foundation for world peace.A practical yoga system was created to address modern life's problems, now practiced globally. This system is an accredited university course and a tool for hospital rehabilitation. The organization is a UN-affiliated non-profit working for human … read more »
Self Inquiry Meditation in Theory and Praxis, Sunshine Coast
Meditation arises naturally when the mind is not forced.Sleep comes effortlessly when you do not struggle with thoughts; similarly, meditation is disturbed by excessive imagination. There are active and passive forms. Active meditation is karma yoga, finding contentment in joyful work. Passive meditation is … read more »
What is Happiness?
There are two kinds of happiness: temporary worldly joy and the supreme, everlasting bliss.The search for happiness is universal, yet worldly pleasure is fleeting. Lasting peace, or ānanda, is found within. It is awakened through truth and spiritual practice. Harsh words create lasting wounds, while kind speech brings peace. … read more »
Asanas are like a cosmic dance, Sunshine Coast
Yoga practice must be systematic and integrated, not fragmented throughout the day.Daily practice is as essential as eating or breathing. Begin by preparing a personal space with your own mat and a cloth to preserve your energy. Start with relaxation, then gentle body-warming and stretching exercises, never … read more »
The whole world is my family, Sunshine Coast
The world is an illusion like the golden deer that led to suffering.Desire for beautiful forms creates bondage. Rāma chased the illusory deer, and Sītā crossed the protective line, leading to her abduction. The deer was Māyā, the city of illusion. The spiritual lineage begins with Śiva, the … read more »
Listen with your heart and with your brain, Gold Coast
Understanding arises from receptivity, not acquisition.Be a guest, not a member of the household who takes only what is known. Bow down to receive from above. Observe your own actions to comprehend their roots. Every person offers a lesson through their … read more »
Prayers give us peace, Gold Coast
Prayer, surrender, and heeding the Guru’s word unlock healing and inner peace.A disciple near death was saved when the Guru declared death powerless without permission. A touch of the Guru’s hand brought swift recovery. Another disciple ignored a warning and got lost in rain. The Guru taught … read more »