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The evening is dedicated to Bhakti Sandhyā, the union of devotion at the sacred junction of day’s end. This gathering is in Hungary for a yoga seminar. The custom is to offer one evening to a deity such as Śiva. Sandhyā signifies the joining of sunset and night or night and dawn. Wake during Brahmamuhūrta to meditate on the Guru’s lotus feet. The root of meditation is the Guru’s form, of worship the Guru’s feet, of mantra the Guru’s words, and of liberation the Guru. Sleeping through this time attracts laziness and heavy karma. Even birds and creatures sing the name of God at morning and evening. Whoever knows love knows God, for love carries divine light. A human who neglects prayer at these junctures is little different from an animal. Tonight is for Alakhpurījī Siddha Pīṭha, and through that for all. The gurus find joy when devotees are joyful and well. Problems are the finest school; without them life is dull. Those who face many problems often succeed more in life. Every endeavor begins with remembrance of Gaṇeśa, giver of prosperity, perfection, and happiness, who manifests in the Guru. Submit all life’s burdens and outcomes to the Lord; if granted one vision, surrender the love of the entire world. The world rests in God’s hands, so live in it like a lotus above murky water: good company, thought, speech, and study are the path to liberation. "Problem is the best school to learn. Without problem, life is boring." "Even animals and birds sing, remembering the name of God morning and evening." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The essence of Guru Tattva is the supreme reality. Brahman is the omniscient, omnipresent reality. The Guru principle is supreme; even divine incarnations had a Guru. The root of worship, mantra, and liberation is the Guru's feet, words, and grace. True disciples are rare; many seek position, not devotion. The disciple must be a worthy vessel to receive grace. Lifelong discipleship preserves the teaching. A story illustrates perfect surrender: a master draws a disciple's blood to settle a karmic debt with a snake, and the disciple, upon waking, trusts the master completely without question. Confidence in the Guru is essential amidst many false teachers. A disciple's devotion, like Hanuman's to Rama or Arjuna's in the Gita, eternally associates them with the divine. Merely having a name is insufficient; one must realize its essence through genuine devotion and realization, continuing the master's teachings to sustain the living dharma. "Guru is śakṣāt Parabrahma... Guru-Brahmā is the creator." "Whatever you will do to me is good for me." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The main cause of neck, chest, and lower back problems is incorrect posture developed over time. As children, we move naturally, but this instinct is lost. Rapid growth can lead to a rounded spine as one tries to appear smaller. Prolonged computer use forces muscles into sustained tension, disrupting the natural feedforward and feedback mechanisms for movement. The chest area is often the source of issues, as a rounded thoracic spine pulls the shoulders forward, restricts breathing, and forces the neck and head forward, shortening the cervical spine. This misalignment also overloads the lumbar spine. The solution is to consciously lengthen the cervical spine and stabilize the lumbar spine by engaging the deep lower abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. "To release... you have to make this part of the spine, your cervical spine, long, without tension." "First, you put the lower part inside... to protect your lumbar spine." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The spiritual path is realized through selfless giving and the protective bonds of sacred relationships. Nothing material accompanies you into life or departs with you. Therefore, learn the alphabet of 'G' for give, not 'T' for take. True wealth, like the river's water, is not diminished by sharing; it increases. The family, especially the bond between brother and sister, embodies a duty of eternal protection and love thicker than water. This relationship is a cornerstone of human dharma and family life designed for spiritual growth. However, if a marriage is mistaken, it is better to suffer alone than to bring children into suffering. All cultural traditions exist to protect human dignity and develop spirituality. This planet is one of love, but only when there is mutual understanding. "Chidiyā chāñch bhar le gayī, aur nadīyāṁ ghaṭī na nīr, Dharam kī dhan na ghaṭāye." "Blood is thicker than water."

A guided meditation combines mantra repetition with the continuous chanting of Oṃ to create a divine resonance. Relax the body with eyes closed. Use your initiation mala to repeat your personal mantra. Simultaneously, chant Oṃ without cessation. Feel light ascending from the base chakra to the crown chakra. From the crown, this light transfers and transforms, filling the entire body. The instructions are to be followed while maintaining both practices continuously. Remain within the resonant frame of the Oṃ sound. "While chanting Oṃ, feel that light ascending from the Mūlādhāra Cakra to the Sahasrāra Cakra." "Repeat your mantra. Chant Oṃ from Mūlādhāra till Sahasrāra Cakra."

Rakṣā Bandhan is a festival celebrating the protective bond between brothers and sisters. Festivals exist to teach and control humanity, providing structure and happiness. They arise from seasonal free time, preventing idle mischief. These cultural events unite people, fostering pride in our shared heritage. The human mind, with its intellect and freedom, can become violent or greedy. Festivals are psychological tools created by wise societies to counter this. They remind us of great personalities, nourishing humanity's existence. Ultimately, festivals reinforce that we are one human family. The essence of Rakṣā Bandhan is a promise. "Rakṣā means protection, and bandhan means the tie." It establishes a sacred duty: "With this tie, I am your sister, and you are my brother, and your duty is to protect me." This tradition transforms relationships, ensuring respect and safety. It aims to eliminate criminality and foster social harmony. The festival spiritually acknowledges both masculine and feminine principles, promoting equality and peace. Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The divine transcends gender, uniting consciousness and love as one reality. In spirituality, there is no difference between masculine and feminine; God is God, whether as Śiva, Śakti, or any form. Śiva and Śakti are one, representing consciousness and divine energy within all. A devotee sees only God, not male or female, leading to equality and peace. The ultimate truth is love: "Love is God and God is love." This devotion must be pure and without doubt. Yet, we often waste our precious human time through laziness and inaction, which is itself a heavy karma. Not acting when needed, like ignoring a drowning child, is a sin against the gift of time. God may appear in any form, not just idealized images, so we must avoid judgment. True devotion means seeing the divine in all, without discrimination. Non-violence, in thought, word, and deed, is the highest duty. Mental violence, like jealousy or negative thinking, is more harmful than physical violence. Our mind is powerful and fast, so we must fill it with thoughts of God. Like a drop of water close to the ocean, our soul is near liberation and must merge with divine consciousness, Śiva. Hold to that origin. "Love is God and God is love. Truth is God and God is truth." "Not doing anything is also an action that you do." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The Sudarśana Cakra is a divine instrument for purification and truth. This meditation technique was given by Lord Śiva to God Viṣṇu, who holds the Sudarśana Cakra. The cakra destroys negative energies. God Viṣṇu resides on the Śeṣa Nāga, which represents time and the ultimate truth that remains after all else. The planet is balanced on this truth. Truth is one; God is one. That truth is love, and love is God, like the inseparable unity of Lakṣmī and Viṣṇu. In this age, repeating the divine name is the support for crossing the ocean of suffering. The meditation received is that Sudarśana Cakra, a power to purify the body. The Self is what finally remains after all counting—that is the truth. Truth resides where there is love, which is wisdom, kindness, and unity. "Whenever dharma declines and adharma takes over, then I manifest through my yogamāyācakra." "In this Kali Yuga, there is only one hope for us, and that is Bhakti Yoga, the name." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The meditation focuses on the Maṇipūra Cakra. Concentrate on the Maṇipūra cakra, imagining it as a clockwise spiral radiating light. The light moves through the whole body, centered at the navel. The circle expands to about one meter out, neutralizing negative energy. It merges into empty space as blue light. The light purifies joints, muscles, and nerves. Chant the bīja mantra "Rām" to awaken light and sensation. The circle penetrates the entire body, removing negative energy. Prāṇa helps move the cycle; apāna pushes out impurities as smoky light. Impurities include anxiety, fear, sadness, and pain. Mentally imagine standing with legs apart, hands stretched sideways. Let the circle move through the body without physical movement. Then imagine sitting in cidākāśa, observing the astral body. The circle's thickness is ten to fifteen centimeters thicker than the body. Maṇipūra is the center of energy, the sun center, and seat of sound. Chant "Oṃ" to brighten the circle, feeling pure energy. End by rubbing palms and placing them on the face, opening the eyes. "Imagine the Maṇipūra cakra as a beautiful circle. It is like a spiral moving in the right direction, clockwise, radiating light like sun rays." "When we repeat this bīja mantra, Rām, it awakens a kind of light and sensation or vibration." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Life is a flow of coming and going. We must solve personal and impersonal problems. Humans possess a developed intellect and deep emotions. The foundation of dharma is mercy. Dharma is righteousness, duty, and the natural law of all existence. Our intellect often becomes our greatest obstacle through ambition and ego. Problems are frequently our own creation. We must seek divine protection through prayer and ceremony, as our own capacity is limited. True realization requires the death of ego. Prayer and mantra create positive energy and resolve conflicts. Do not judge others. "Dayā dharma kā mūla hai—the roots, the foundation of dharma is mercy." "If you protect dharma, dharma will protect you." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

A guide to performing Śivaliṅga pūjā at home. Preparation is paramount. Clean the area and draw a kolam design. Begin by invoking Gaṇeśa. The abhiṣeka involves anointing the liṅga with substances in sequence, typically starting with oil. Between each liquid offering, wipe the liṅga and perform a dīpam. The collected abhiṣeka water is later distributed. The ritual engages the senses to create direct contact with the divine. Multiple participants can join in flower offerings. Conclude with respectful gestures to Gaṇeśa, which also have therapeutic value. "The liquid from the Śivaliṅga is called abhiṣeka dīrtam. At the end, it is distributed among the guests." "These rituals add value. Typically, this brings us to the end." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The final evening reflects on saṃskāras and ceremonies as solutions to life's threefold suffering. Saṃskāras are of two kinds: education that cultivates a positive intellect, and ceremonial rites. These rites root individuals in culture and tradition, cooling the afflictions known as Tṛtāpa. Without such formative impressions, humans become unmoored, creating personal and ancestral discord. Even those who missed these rites can adopt sādhanā and pūjā now. Suffering follows one like a shadow; it cannot be escaped by changing location. Morning rituals establish a positive foundation. Lighting a flame honors the inner light and invites divine protection. These practices purify the mind, transform energy, and align daily life with clarity and purpose. The past is gone; begin now where you are. "These saṃskāras, the second saṃskāra is the ceremonies. Many people do not accept the ceremonies." "So our Tṛtāpas, śrama Tṛtāpas, or the majority of the Tṛtāpas are solved, or cooled down, or calmed down through those saṃskāras, those ceremonies." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Self-realization requires slow, careful steps on a narrow, slippery path. The master taught that God is in everyone. A disciple saw God in a mad elephant and ignored warnings, getting hurt. The master said: you did not see God in the people warning you. The path is long, dark, with deep holes. The five elements, ten indriyas, five prāṇas, five upaprāṇas combine to sing a sweet melody of desire. This attraction misguides the mind. Like a fox with a coconut, the mind cannot crack it, goes away and returns, never tasting the fruit. Spiritual truth is that coconut. Many false teachers appear like soap bubbles, attractive but empty. A solid spiritual lineage is the real backbone. In everything, discernment is needed. Walk like a mountain farmer, slowly, surely. The aim is self-realization. Guru’s grace alone reveals the way. “Why didn’t you see God in those people? That God was warning you.” “Dhīre dhīre chāla mana gigana ghara caḍhanā re – walk slow, my mind, slowly, slowly. You have to climb up to the peak, the cosmic house.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Meditation to Overcome the Three Tapas with the Mantra Oṁ Prabhu Dīp Nirañjan The three tapas—Ādhibhautik, Ādhidaivik, Ādhyātmik—are troubles from physical beings, diseases, and astral disturbances. They arise from āsurī śaktis, dark energies. The mantra Oṁ Prabhu Dīp Nirañjan Sab Dukha Bhañjan purifies these tapas and their sin. Sit comfortably, close your eyes, and scan the body for painful areas. That pain is negative energy. Imagine a bright sun and invite its light into the spot. Mentally repeat Oṁ Śoham Deveśvar Mahādevāya Namaḥ to open the door. Then repeat the main mantra eleven times like a healing balm. Inhale the first half, drawing light into the pain; exhale the second half, expelling negativity. Now see your body as transparent, ten meters away. Observe grey smoke leaving as light and cosmic prāṇa enter with sound. Chant Oṁ twenty-seven times, feeling the light penetrate. Rub palms, place them on your face, and open your eyes. Practice twice a week or during misery. This meditation purifies and heals. “Tinoyī Tāp Pāp Mitjāve, Avichal Sukh Pāve Paramananda.” “Oṁ Prabhu Dīp Nirañjan, Sab Dukha Bhañjan.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Prayer is the essential act of surrendering the heart to a higher power, not merely a physical gesture. True prayer requires humility and complete mental surrender, creating a harmonious exchange of love that removes all barriers between the individual and the divine. It is a remedy for fear and a means to change one's destiny, building inner strength beyond physical nourishment. Prayer should be constant, not only in difficulty, to avoid selfishness and maintain connection. It protects the mind from negativity and heals both individuals and the environment. Parents have a duty to impart this practice to their children, establishing a foundation of trust and positive thought that safeguards the family. Ultimately, sincere prayer transcends language and religion, serving as the universal force for healing and guiding from unreality to reality. "Dukh Mein Sumiran Sab Kare, Sukh Mein Kare Na Koi, Jo Sukh Mein Sumiran Kare, Dukh Kāya Kā Hoi." "Asato mā sadgamaya, tamaso mā jyotir gamaya, mṛtyor mā amṛtaṁ gamaya." Filming locations: Vip, Hungary.

Kriyā Anuṣṭhān is the disciplined practice for awakening dormant spiritual energy. This energy is like electricity; it provides comfort and power but requires strict safety rules to avoid harm. The guidance of a knowledgeable master provides these essential rules for the practice. The practitioner makes a Saṅkalpa, a resolve, which initiates the Sādhanā. The dormant power within can liberate but is also a potential danger, like a sleeping cobra. Success requires following exact physical, mental, and emotional instructions. The continuity of perfect discipleship is crucial; a disciple is a spare part that must become an exact model for the future. Lifelong discipleship brings more joy than assuming the burdens of mastery. Attachment is the primary cause of all suffering, while love brings freedom. Mokṣa is liberation from this binding attachment. "The dormant powers in a human are like a sleeping cobra—a sleeping danger." "Where there is attachment, there is suffering. Where there is love, there is freedom and happiness." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The distinction between religion, ceremony, and true spirituality is essential for realization. Religious ceremonies are good, creating positive vibrations and purifying the environment through elements like fire and water. These ancient Vedic practices, such as yajña and abhiṣeka, utilize life-sustaining elements. The nectar, or amṛta, used is about quality and concentrated energy, not quantity. The wisdom that makes one immortal is within. This jñāna amṛta must first be applied to oneself, as inner well-being reflects on the entire family. When wisdom is realized, speech becomes vācana amṛta—words that heal and bless. This requires purity of thought, feeling, and word, cultivated through practices like mantra and mindful silence. Spirituality is this inner purity and wisdom, creating a heart vast as an ocean with space for all. "Within you is an ocean of immortality, within you is a fountain of joy." "Speak such a language that everyone becomes happy."

The mind is the source of all action, pleasure, and pain. It controls the senses and is volatile, yet it is the root of all innovation. Its key limitation is that it cannot know another's mind, so we are incompetent to judge others but fully competent to judge ourselves. Regulating this volatile mind through inward-focused practices like meditation is essential for peace. Dharma is the inner sense of the right action in a given situation, shaped by one's upbringing, experiences, and mental clarity, as well as time and place. It is not religion but a personal ethical guide. Karma is the action itself; all deeds, including inaction, constitute karma. Results arise from karma, not merely from dharma, which serves only as a supportive guideline. "The result comes from karma, not from dharma. Dharma is only a sort of support." "Mind is a very volatile thing. It moves fastest in the world."

A guided meditation for performing a Śiva abhiṣeka through visualization and mantra. Sit straight and chant Oṁ, visualizing an altar. Hold the saṅkalpa mudrā with offerings. Sing the Gāyatrī Mantra five times, feeling a connection in divine oneness. Visualize placing flowers and water upon the Śivaliṅgam. The aim of the water abhiṣeka is to maintain coolness; seasonal leaves or even snow can be used. Chant the Mahā Mṛtyuñjaya Mantra while visualizing a stream of water from a pure pot. Mentally repeat Oṁ Namaḥ Śivāya five times. Perform an āratī, understanding Śiva as the complete, omnipresent protector who encompasses all cosmic functions. The symbols of the moon and triśūla connect to broader spiritual essences. This practice removes obstacles and grants a pleasant state. "The aim of the abhiṣeka with water is to maintain coolness." "Śiva is the Paripūraṇa—the Complete One, the divine that is everywhere, whole." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The path requires understanding Guru Vākya, performing Guru Seva, and receiving Guru Kṛpā. These three are inseparable. Guru Vākya is the unchangeable truth spoken by realized beings, found in perfect scriptures like the Bhagavad Gītā and Upanishads. Manipulating these words creates conflict. Understanding this divine message inspires Seva. True Guru Seva is not personal service but conveying this truth to all creatures without conflict or expectation, as serving creation serves the divine. This practice attracts grace. That grace transforms consciousness, making the disciple like the master. "Service to all creatures and humans is service to me." "Deep Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān, Kī Jai, Dev Purīṣa Mahādeva, Kī Jai, Mādhav Kṛṣṇa Bhagavān, Kī Jai."

Kriyā is any action, from breathing to meditation. Haṭha Yoga unites the moon and sun channels, balancing emotion and intellect toward realizing the unchanging reality. Spiritual Kriyās, like mantra and breath control, require deepening daily practice. Success arises from increasing, not limiting, your practice, which purifies negative qualities like jealousy and anger. Constantly observe your thoughts and feelings as a witness; this self-inquiry is Manana, or thinking over. Ego is a toxin; humility brings one closer to the divine. Surrender in service makes your practice successful. Remember your past struggles to remain grounded. Give up anger and jealousy, and apologize. Practice involves techniques like Trikuṭī Sandhānam to balance emotion, intellect, and consciousness, opening the third eye of wisdom. These Kriyās purify inner impurities, disturbances, and ignorance. "Be the witness of your thoughts. Be the witness of your feelings." "As humble you are, as kind you are, you get a higher position."

The light of awareness dispels the darkness of ignorance through divine grace and personal purification. Trusting and acting in God's name allows Him to assume your karmic burdens. Life's events, whether good or bad, are opportunities for gratitude, as their full scale remains unknown. This retreat focuses on purifying the inner instrument—mind, intellect, consciousness, and ego—through surrender, humility, and kindness. Laziness is the great enemy, a crocodile that swallows spiritual practice. Human life has a higher mission beyond animalistic pursuits of eating and sleeping. You must awaken to this purpose, understand where your soul is attached, and complete your life's chapter through diligent practice. Spiritual practice requires consistent work, like planting a seed; it does not yield instant results. Protect yourself from negative influences and bad company, which act like infectious viruses. Awakened individuals can alert others to spiritual dangers and divine mercy. "Similarly, if we trust God, if we recognize God, if we know there is a God, and we act in the name of God, and we pray to Him, then He will take all our karmas on Himself." "The greatest enemy of the human is the crocodile of laziness." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Begin the day with awareness to solve life's problems. You are the creator of your problems. Accepting this responsibility ends the problem there. Additional support exists, but you must practice. Upon waking, before moving, recite "Oṁ Śrī Gaṇeśāya Namaḥ." OM is the universal resonance. Śrī signifies wealth, beauty, and success. Gaṇeśa represents all spiritual elements and the supreme. Then, before stepping from bed, say "Mātṛ Devo Bhava," honoring Mother Earth. When touching water, give thanks, perhaps saying "Har Har Gaṅgā," recognizing the divine flow. Begin activities with the wish "Sarve bhavantu sukhinaḥ"—may all be happy. This thought prevents causing unhappiness. Offer prayers at an altar, creating a focus for unconditional love. Eat fresh food with gratitude, acknowledging the divine provider. Be generous. Giving to those in need is a spiritual practice that enriches your life. These practices, passed down through ages, bring ease, comfort, and protection, solving problems by aligning the human psyche. "Accept within yourself that you are the one responsible is the best way to clear things up in your life." "May all be happy. If you wish that all should be happy, then how could you do something that will make someone unhappy?" Filming location: Vép, Hungary

This is a guided relaxation and prāṇāyāma practice. Sit comfortably, trunk erect, hands relaxed; relax shoulders, neck, jaw, eyes, and face. Leave worries behind. Each inhalation recharges with new energy; each exhalation brings relaxation. Follow the breathing movement—abdomen expanding and contracting. Feel the body motionless; feel the space it occupies. Expand awareness to feel the room’s space; your body’s space is within it. Through breathing, connect to universal energy, prāṇa, your personal support. Feel the heart space, hṛdayākāśa; breathe into it, awakening fine feelings. Then feel the whole body, listen to sounds, do light stretching and twisting for spine and muscles. Practice cycling with legs and Skandāsana with breath holds. Perform Agni Sāṅkhya to stimulate abdominal energy. Sit for prāṇāyāma: back straight, chest open, face relaxed, breath silent. Follow the movement of breath without forcing. Alternate nostril breathing for balance. Prāṇāyāma purifies nāḍīs, clearing nerve passages and consciousness. Enjoy the calmness in the system. These days are for recharging, without expectations. “Each inhalation is recharging and receiving new energy.” “Prāṇāyāma is for the purification of the nāḍīs, that we may have more clear passages of the nerve system, of the consciousness.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The essence of spiritual practice is bhāva, the feeling and attitude brought to each moment. This retreat is an opportunity to restart the inner self, away from the distractions and mental pollution of daily life. True practice requires sustained, dedicated effort over time, not brief sessions expecting quick results. The atmosphere here is made holy by the presence of the teacher and the community, not merely by location. This principle applies even to watching a webcast; engaging with divided attention diminishes the experience, while proper bhāva makes it potent. Spiritual development is a slow process, akin to a child learning to read or a musician practicing for hours daily. The foundation for any endeavor is remembering the divine first, starting with Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. The ultimate purpose of all practice is the development of consciousness toward oneness with the divine source. "If we have the feeling that we are now in the most holy place on earth, then we will be in that place and we will receive that kind of energy." "Spiritual development must be very, very slow—and this is true. It is like a small child." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The gift of darśana, seeing the Guru, is the most important practice. Viewing the Guru, even for seconds, imparts intense energy and inspiration that lasts for months. Singing bhajans is the essence of the teaching; it purifies the mind and creates a satsaṅga. One must participate fully, not merely listen. Being in the Guru's presence gives life meaning. Modern life requires vigilant awareness. Avoid plastic packaging and commercially produced sweets, which contain hidden impurities and create waste. Homemade food carries love and safety. Societal foundations are eroding. Protect children by upholding ancient principles of ethics and culture, not compromising with harmful trends. Be alert to influences of money, media, and misguided freedoms. "Darśana—viewing, seeing Gurudev—is the most important thing in the life of a disciple." "If you sing a bhajan alone, you have a satsaṅga." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Astrology is the third eye of God, a precise science of celestial mathematics. The timing of sacred events is calculated by planetary positions and constellations, which vary each year. Your birth constellation, determined at that moment, creates a horoscope revealing past, present, and future. Acting at the correct astrological time can avoid difficulties and heal physical, mental, and emotional problems. Few genuine masters of this science remain, as it requires a spiritual and disciplined life. Great astrologers were spiritual, vegetarian, and perfect in thought, word, and deed, knowing what to say and when. To attain this wisdom or God-realization, you need the blessing of the Gurudev; without it, you cannot succeed. "Your birth constellation is determined by the planetary positions at that moment. From this, your horoscope can be accurately prepared, revealing what has happened, what is happening, and what will happen." "Without the blessing of the Gurudev, you cannot gain this knowledge, nor can you achieve God-realization." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The Guru is the source of all light and liberation. The disciple is like the moon, reflecting the light of the sun, which is the Guru. This light sustains the universe. True devotion is the very appearance of life. The Guru's feet establish the eternal lineage where all divine powers reside. Receiving the Guru's blessings leads to liberation. A gathering of such devotees is exceedingly rare. When auspiciousness arises, all darkness is dispelled. The self-existent Śiva manifested as the primal yogī, from whom the lineage of sages flows. "Too often he takes himself to be the light, not knowing that he only reflects the light." "At the feet of the Guru the eternal lineage is established; the Vedas and Purāṇas are gathered." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The Upanayana Saṃskāra awakens the eye to see Īśvara. In Vedic culture, householders' duty was to give alms to brahmacārīs; not receiving them was a sorrow. This tradition of dāna is grace, not beggary. True sannyāsa requires at least twelve years of intense practice to destroy the ego, the enemy that doomed Rāvaṇa despite all his powers. We must protect our culture by educating children to uphold dharma, elevate society, and reject arrogance. Humility is essential; mere external appearance is worthless. India is not poor; it is the land where self-knowledge is attained. The hope of the world depends on this culture. We must resolve to run gurukulas that impart this education to protect the nation and all living beings. "Initiation into sanyāsa is taken to destroy the ego. A baba in whom ego remains inside is to be rejected." "India is the hope of the world. Without India, the Self, Brahman, and illumination are not found." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The Guru is the essential guide for crossing the ocean of worldly existence. Attending the Guru's satsang and receiving their darśana is paramount, for the Guru's feet are a sacred pilgrimage. Without the Guru's grace, spiritual realization is impossible, just as creation cannot occur without the divine trinity. All worldly attainments—fame, wealth, knowledge, or family—are ultimately worthless without devotion and service at the Guru's feet. The scriptures sing the praises of such devotion. One must seize the rare human opportunity to be in the Guru's presence with full awareness, for time is passing. The mind must become firmly attached to the Guru's lotus feet to receive the blessing that leads to liberation. "The one who helps us cross the ocean of worldly existence is called a tīrtha." "You may possess all knowledge... but without the Guru, without the Guru’s blessings... it is worth nothing." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

This gathering expresses gratitude for spiritual nourishment received. The present moment of provided sustenance signifies freedom, but worldly duties resume. This time together is a harvest of divine mercy, which must be carefully held within the inner vessel of one's practice. Disciples from across the globe share that this place is a spiritual refuge and a home. They come stressed and leave filled, recharged by the community and the Guru's presence. The shared goal provides strength in a world not always supportive. Practice requires overcoming obstacles and self-sacrifice, guided for one's ultimate good. The work continues for peace, harmony, and environmental protection. "Not a drop of mercy should go waste." "We come empty, and we leave full." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The human being is composed of five sheaths, from the gross physical body to the subtle causal body of desires. The physical Annamaya Kośa requires healthy nourishment. The energy body, Prāṇamaya Kośa, is the vital force binding all layers together; when it departs, life ceases. The mental body, Manomaya Kośa, is unstable emotion, connected to greed, anger, and hope. The intellectual sheath, Vijñānamaya Kośa, is the powerful human tool that creates both technology and destruction. The fifth, Ānandamaya Kośa, is the causal body of desires, which perpetuates the cycle of existence. Ten vital energies, or prāṇas, influence health. Ten senses—five for perception and five for action—are the instruments through which we experience and act. The intellect must govern the mind and senses with discrimination, or it becomes a slave to attachment and creates suffering. Every impression from the senses passes through all five layers of our being. Positive intellect, cultivated through proper education and meditation, sows understanding and kindness, while negative intellect breeds pride and harsh words that wound deeply. "Prāṇa is the source of life. Prāṇa is life." "Desires are the cause of all troubles. Desires must be there, but desires are also there to be controlled through intellect." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Health is founded on home, nourishment, and aligning with natural cycles. Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. Every illness is connected to the psyche. Food supports healing, but the root spiritual cause must be addressed. Nature offers daily and yearly cycles with building and eliminating phases. Utilize the elimination periods for cleansing. Obesity stems from a nutrient deficiency, often a lack of love. Institutional support is needed for mothers to be home, cook daily, and provide nourishment. Home-cooked meals, however simple, create vitality and a lasting foundation. Children who eat at home develop a guiding sense for what their body needs. "Obesity is a lack of love." "An Indian mother never lets her child go to school without a snack." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The human soul is trapped by attachment, an iron ball preventing flight to liberation. Satsaṅg speaks the truth for the soul's freedom. Among 8.4 million species, only humans possess the intellect to escape the cycle of birth and death. One must live in the world like a dancer on a rope, maintaining balance and concentration amidst distractions. The soul's journey is endless, collecting the pollution of "my"—my body, my relations, my property. This attachment forms a prison. The window to freedom is open, but the weight of worldly attachment, like a chain to a heavy iron ball, holds one back. Renunciation is heroic when one spits something out and does not lick it back. A Satguru acts as a surgeon, cutting away the diseases of desire with necessary precision. Attachment stretches like cheese on pizza, but death will cruelly break it. Through the Guru's grace and constant remembrance, one's destiny can be overcome and liberation attained. "One window is open, and light comes through it. A pigeon has the free choice to fly out, but one of its legs is tied with a chain to a big iron ball." "Guru's grace, his blessing, can remove our bad destiny." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Approach vegetarian cooking with freedom, focusing on flavor and digestibility. Food should be a pleasurable experience for everyone. Anxious adherence to many rules leads to joyless meals, which hinders proper digestion. True spiritual maturity is not indifference to food; the body savors taste, and enjoyment aids digestion. For soy allergies, concentrates are unnecessary as grains and legumes provide sufficient protein. Increased plant protein intake is not harmful. Regarding dairy, high consumption, especially of aged cheeses, is problematic. A small daily amount suffices for B12, which vegans can supplement. For cooking, use stable fats like palm or rapeseed oil for high heat. Frying is less harmful with antioxidant-rich plant foods. Proper legume preparation involves soaking, discarding the water to remove enzyme inhibitors, and cooking with spices. Combine legumes with vegetables, not other proteins, for easier digestion. Use legume flours as thickeners and egg substitutes to enhance traditional dishes. Master the use of spices toasted in oil. Create universally enjoyable food by upgrading local cuisine with these global techniques. "Taste belongs to the body, not to the soul. If you do not enjoy your food, you will not properly digest it." "Legumes contain more protein than meat... Therefore, one should regard legumes as a piece of meat and not combine and strengthen them together with other proteins." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A guided practice for the seventh level of yoga, focusing on relaxation, specific postures, and breath control. Begin with deep relaxation, systematically directing awareness to each body part while lying down to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. The practice then proceeds through a series of postures starting from a seated position. Key exercises include a sequence of stretches and bends, a one-legged forward fold with a therapeutic variation, a spinal twist, a variation of a backbend, and a shoulder stand with bent knees. Conclude with a focused breathing exercise involving a specific throat contraction and mental observation of the breath's pathway. The session ends with chanting. "Feel your whole body. Our relaxation is without physical movement. We work only with consciousness and attention." "In this upside-down position with bent knees, it is quite an unusual posture that challenges how we coordinate and perceive our body in space." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Vegetarianism is presented as the optimal path for health, mental performance, and planetary survival. Animal foods lack protective antioxidants and amplify environmental toxins. Cooking meat creates harmful free radicals. Dairy consumption correlates with higher osteoporosis rates, a calcium paradox. Scientific consensus now confirms plant proteins are sufficiently digestible, even for children, eliminating past concerns. The average protein intake greatly exceeds requirements; plant sources alone provide adequacy. Practical cooking focuses on making vegetarian food appealing using familiar spices and meat substitutes. Smoked tofu can replace smoked meats in dishes. Seitan, made from wheat gluten, can be prepared as strips or rolls to provide a expected "piece of meat" on the plate. For flavor, fry tofu or seitan to create a crust, then marinate in sauces like tomato with herbs or ginger with soy sauce. Dry-roasting spices in oil unlocks their flavor. Pressing tofu removes water for better flavor absorption. Boiling dry soy chunks removes bitter oligosaccharides before use. "Foods of animal origin do not contain antioxidants." "The actual protein requirement is about 50 grams. If we excluded all animal foods and ate only plant-based, we would still receive sufficient protein." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga is a lifelong path, integrating prāṇa, Āyurveda, and spiritual wisdom. Over recent weeks, detailed practical instructions on prāṇa were given for various health issues. The retreat’s place and time, deśa and kāla, are highly significant for spiritual development. Yoga is a lifelong path; like a horizon, it recedes yet is always present. Many came seeking health. Āyurveda, the mother of medicine, arose from the Vedas. The Vedas, the first written scriptures, hold the entire universe in a single word. They teach harmony with nature. The first happiness is a healthy body, nirogī kāyā; sukha defies precise translation. Sukha and duḥkha are opposites; desires for position and money bring suffering. All beings constantly seek sukha, yet this world is a city of suffering. Āyurveda imparts knowledge of life, health, body, and mind. Holy Guruji said every being day and night searches for sukha. Patañjali precisely mapped mind, consciousness, and emotion. Vedic knowledge is so vast that one would need hundreds of lifetimes to read it; modern education is like a frog in a small pond. The ṛṣis’ intense tapasyā sought shorter paths; spiritual seekers realize that however much is realized, it is too little. In Kali Yuga, where abilities decline, Bhakti Yoga is the bypass; the Guru’s mercy is the sole refuge. Disobeying the Guru’s word causes suffering across births; a disciple’s tiredness led to ice cream, a claim of ownership, and arrest, but the master’s knowledge secured his innocence. Shelter is the Name of God; through continuous mantra practice, one crosses the ocean of ignorance. "Pehlā sukha nirogī kāyā." "Guru kṛpā he kevalam." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

True education is founded on love, not mere information. Current education lacks love, creating a disconnect between teacher and student. Knowledge transmitted without this connection remains ununderstood. Real learning occurs through shared experience and joy, not rigid rules. From a young age, children are separated from parents, disrupting the natural law of care and belonging. This early separation fosters a deep restlessness, contributing to societal conflict. Much modern education is irrelevant, causing stress while neglecting practical life and inner development. The true aim of human life is self-realization, not the accumulation of 'mine'. Education should cultivate harmony, simplicity, and a loving heart. "Once, I was asked to give a mathematics class... After fifteen minutes, I said to myself, 'You don’t know anything.'" "By natural law, one of the parents must stay home... humans have gone too far from children, and that is the main factor... for the restlessness, conflict, fighting, wars, and criminality in the world." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga practice cultivates balance and harmony for body, mind, and spirit. Begin by sitting with a straight spine. Assume the bliss posture, focusing on the three-part breath. Practice gentle rocking and spinal rotations to prepare the body. The work demands focus, integrating movement with breath. Balancing postures require steady concentration, finding a focal point to maintain stability. These exercises develop inner equilibrium, supporting health, effective learning, and harmonious relationships. A story illustrates that nothing truly belongs to us. A merchant, after a pea became stuck in his nose, was directed to a white hen. Upon seeing the hen, he sneezed out the pea, which the hen then ate. The master explained the pea was always meant for the hen, teaching that we must not claim what is not ours. "Let us hold on to the truth and keep God in mind." "Nothing belongs to us." Filming locations: Střílky, South Moravian Region, Czech Republic.

A crisis is a state of psychological imbalance with potential for improvement or deterioration, originating from the concept of medical criticality. It represents a fork in the road, a delicate situation demanding a choice with unknown outcomes. Such periods disrupt automatic routines, forcing presence and new decisions. Crises are often triggered by loss—be it physical, emotional, or anticipated. Two primary types exist: accidental crises, which are sudden and overwhelming, and developmental crises, which occur during sensitive life stages. The accidental crisis phase typically lasts six to eight weeks, beginning with shock, where reactions vary from freezing to frantic activity, followed by a phase of helplessness. How one emerges defines four coping outcomes: creative coping leads to higher integration; compromised coping returns to the same level; unorganized coping results in a lower functioning state; and breakdown leads to personality disintegration. Notably, crises can also be triggered by sudden gain, like wealth or spiritual expansion, which can destabilize by severing one's roots without proper guidance. "A crisis is a chance to become better or worse." "Sudden expansion without a guide can be dangerous, as abilities are given to an unpurified personality." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The syllable Oṃ is the cosmic foundation, revealing the ultimate reality of the Self. The Māṇḍūkya Upaniṣad states Oṃ encompasses the entire universe—past, present, future, and beyond time. All this world is Brahman, and this Ātmā is Brahman, a Mahāvākya. The Ātmā has four aspects: waking, dreaming, deep sleep, and Turīya. Turīya is not inner or outer consciousness, nor a mass of consciousness, nor unconsciousness. It is unthinkable, indescribable, the essence of consciousness, peace, bliss, beyond duality. This is the Self to be realized. The Upaniṣad concludes Oṃ is the Ātmā; knowing this merges the individual into the universal. Holy Guruji’s bhajan echoes that Oṃ’s creation is the body, and the wise who know this secret abide in bliss. Oṃ is Parabrahma, the formless light illuminating all, like the sky without support. Through Oṃ, the three guṇas arise, manifesting the world as māyā’s shadow. All beings live in Oṃ; it sources wisdom, the Vedas, and every true mantra. Oṃ awakens inner light; its meditation removes fear and grants bliss. Saints hold Oṃ in the heart; without it, sādhanā remains fruitless. Oṃ purifies karma and crosses the ocean of existence. The bhajan salutes the personified Oṃ—the realized master—as the living divine. Devotion to the master opens the way to the formless ultimate. Thus, Oṃ is both the cosmic principle and the practical path, integral to all mantra and meditation. "Oṃ—this word contains the whole universe. Whatever existed in the past, exists in the present, or will exist in the future, all that is Oṃ. And whatever is beyond these three times, that too is Oṃ." "Oṃ is the Ātmā, verily. He who knows this merges his self into the universal Self." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The sixteen samskāras are scientific rites of passage that purify and guide life's journey. These rituals create profound impressions, steering the mind toward liberation and ensuring healthy, sattvic future generations. Neglecting them leads to societal degeneration. Most ceremonies occur in childhood, requiring a knowledgeable priest and uniting the family and community, fostering connection against modern loneliness. The rituals begin before birth. Garbhādhāna is conception, where parents purify themselves with sattvic diet and harmonious thought. Puṃsavana protects the embryo, honoring the mother as divine Śakti. Sīmantonnayana develops the child's mental faculties, requiring the husband to care for his wife. Jātakarma is the birth ritual, where the father writes "Oṁ" on the newborn's tongue to stimulate wisdom. Nāmakaraṇa is the naming ceremony, where an astrologer gives a name based on the birth constellation. Niṣkramana is the first outing into nature for health and long life. Annaprāśana is the first solid food. Cūḍākaraṇa is the first haircut. Upanayana is the sacred thread ceremony, a second birth accepting moral duty. Vidyārambha begins formal study. Samāvartana marks the end of studies. Marriage follows, with astrological matching to ensure a strong foundation. Vānaprastha is retirement to spiritual life. Sannyāsa is complete renunciation. Antyeṣṭi is the funeral rite, where cremation helps the soul detach. Daily life also includes five sacrifices to atone for minor harms: to God, the gods, ancestors, creatures, and guests. "Samskāra means a rite of passage in the cycle of life, or also an impression." "A guest in the house is God in the house." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A guided afternoon yoga practice integrates relaxation, postures, and breath control to harmonize body and mind. Begin with systematic relaxation, feeling and releasing each body part from the feet to the face while observing the natural breath. Proceed through gentle movements and postures like spinal twists and Trikoṇāsana, maintaining awareness and relaxation. Advanced techniques like Nauli and Agniṣāra Kriyā stimulate digestive fire and circulation, particularly beneficial for sedentary lifestyles. Inverted poses like Śīrṣāsana benefit the brain and glands. Conclude with Prāṇāyāma, using rhythmic breathing and breath retention to oxygenate the body and cultivate energy. The entire practice is a step-by-step awakening of awareness within the present moment. "Feel your body; do not do anything. Let them be relaxed, without expectations, stress, or hurry." "Agni Sākṣīkriyā is a blessing for urban lifestyle... it aids digestion. You will feel active and the day will go nicely." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The world is an ever-changing tree to be cut with non-attachment. The individual soul enters with senses and mind; only the pure realize the divine essence within. God is present as light in the sun, moon, and fire, as sustaining energy in all beings and vegetation, and as the digestive fire within all living bodies. God dwells in every heart, granting remembrance and wisdom, and is the sole aim of all Vedic knowledge. Beyond the perishable creation and the imperishable principle of nature stands the Supreme Self, the Highest Being who pervades and sustains all. Realizing this supreme truth requires a purified mind, free from delusion, and leads to liberation. "That is my light. I am giving the light to the sun." "Since I surpass the perishable and am even higher than the imperishable, I am called in the world and in the Vedas Puruṣottama, the Supreme Self." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A children's yoga practice for relaxation, using stories and playful techniques. The session begins with attunement through chanting and breath awareness. A guided visualization follows, imagining a beetle moving with the wind, then finding rest, teaching that calm can be found even when troubled. Physical practice involves shaking out tension, rocking like a boat, and breathing deeply. Animal poses are introduced: the elephant for greeting friends, the cat to release the back, the hare for deep belly breathing, and the tiger for rest. A story of an ant persevering to carry a straw teaches not to give up. For older children, the practice deepens with tension and release exercises like becoming a wooden then rag doll. The focus is on observing the breath and relaxing the spine. A story of a yogi facing a tiger without fear, only with kindness and a calm heart, illustrates how inner peace disarms outer threat. Practice concludes with chanting. "Sometimes, even when something troubles him, and he carries great sorrow... even in this little beetle, one can find calm and be freed from that suffering." "He had no fear... he had great love in his heart, and the tiger had to bow its head and leave." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga provides the essential foundation for preventing and addressing burnout syndrome, a modern lifestyle illness born from constant time pressure, performance demands, and the disintegration of personal harmony. This condition, once linked to helping professions, now threatens all under the strain of contemporary life. True health in this century requires active education in lifestyle management, where yoga's unifying principles offer critical tools. The syndrome manifests as profound physical exhaustion, emotional apathy, social conflict, and a loss of ideals, moving from the physical to the spiritual realm. Studies on teachers reveal severe physical strain, postural issues, and feeling undervalued, despite the profession's low caloric demand. A yogic intervention model is built upon relaxation, appropriate movement, nourishment, active prevention, and professional harmonization. Techniques like mauna and integrated practices from systems like Yoga in Daily Life are perfectly suited for this era, addressing the root causes through breath, movement, and self-awareness. Applying these principles from an early age through health education is vital, creating opportunities for yoga's practical integration into schools and society. "Burnout syndrome today is understood more as an illness characterized by a kind of disintegration of personality." "Yoga itself becomes the best foundation for the prevention of this disorder." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning practice begins with relaxation, proceeds through āsanas, prāṇāyāma, and culminates in meditation. Lie on the back, relax fully. Tense and release the right arm, then the left, each three times. Draw the right foot toward yourself, press the leg down, release; repeat left. Tense the entire body three times, then deep inhale and exhale. Inhale raising the right arm overhead, stretching the right heel; exhale lower; repeat twice. Raise both arms, bend knees; exhale rotate legs right, head left; inhale center; then switch sides. From the same position, exhale cross left hand to right palm twisting, inhale return; then switch sides. Roll onto the right side, join palms; inhale left hand up, exhale return; then switch sides. From bent knees, bend knees right, exhale left palm to right; inhale sweeping arms overhead while rolling to the other side. Lift pelvis vertebra by vertebra, lower three times. Raise the right leg, draw the knee to the chest; repeat left. Turn onto the stomach, lift torso and arms, lower; lift extended legs in Śalabha, lower, relax in tiger pose. Sit in Uttāna Praśṭhāsana with elbows held, head hanging; inhale lift torso parallel, exhale release; sway side to side. Kneel with a wide stance, sink the pelvis to each side. Stand, fix the gaze, draw the knee to the chest; practice Katupranām stepping forward, kneeling, crawling back. Relax in Ānanda Āsana, then sit for prāṇāyāma with full yogic breath; perform Nāḍī Śodhana: twenty breaths left nostril, then right, then a shorter round. Chant Om three times, rub palms over the eyes, and open the eyes. "Always practice only to the extent that feels comfortable; never try to practice to the point of pain." "With the inhalation, energy flows throughout the entire body. With the exhalation, the body cleanses itself, relaxes, and releases tension." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Zalazak sunca 30-06-2010 Musical recording.

Satsaṅg is the union of bhakti, rāja, and jñāna yoga through singing truth. Kīrtans repeat God’s name many times, connecting to devotion and surrender. Bhajans contain many truths, Ātmā Jñāna, and the path. One bhajan declares that time passes without God’s name. The mind must repeat the mantra to avoid stress. This is a healthy way of life. The webcast serves social health, leading to spiritual health. Collectively singing “Juga Juga” helps the health of a revered one. All wish first for health, then to see that one. Satsaṅg means sitting with truth by singing it. Groups from many regions contribute their voices. The teacher speaks little, allowing the singing to prevail. The truth is sung, not merely spoken. This union of yogas is practiced here. The way is yoga in the Indian tradition. Kriyā Sanātan Dharma lives through this practice. “Your time is passing without God’s name. Oh my mind, repeat my mantra.” “Satsaṅg means to sit with the truth, and it means that we can sing this truth.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic