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Ethics
A discourse on the role of education, ethics, and religion in fostering global peace."the most crucial education is not merely what we receive in schools. It is the education we get at home—from our parents." "this evening's topic is very fitting for us: what we call religion and ethics. … read more »
We should be balanced with nature
A spiritual discourse on aligning with natural rhythms for health and longevity."A ton of theory is nothing compared with a gram of practice." "I think it is a natural way of life to follow the rhythm of nature." The speaker, a yogi, discusses how modern life disrupts … read more »
Opening speech at the World Peace conference in Ahmedabad
A keynote address on yoga as a universal science for world peace."Yoga is not part of any religion, and no religion on this globe is older than yoga. In fact, all religions emerge from yoga." "We do not believe in converting anyone. We believe in convincing, not … read more »
Inner and outer world
A discourse on the path of Bhakti Yoga and the nature of the inner self."In Kali Yuga, it is said the best way to cross the ocean of ignorance is the name of God. This means Bhakti Yoga is the best way to cross, and it is called the call … read more »
Rakshabandhan
A spiritual talk explaining the festival of Rakṣābandhan and its application to community relations."Rakṣā means protection, and Bandhan means a bond—to tighten your relation. This festival is dedicated to sisters. It is the day of the sister-brother relationship." "If you adopt someone younger than you, it is always the … read more »
Wishes
A spiritual discourse on the power of resolve and the dangers of supernatural abilities."Sa kalpa śakti means the power of wish or resolve; whatever you wish should come true." "Any kind of siddhi you want to have is a problem... Utilizing the siddhi will bring you again into the … read more »
Overcome the fear
A spiritual discourse on overcoming fear to achieve fearlessness."All problems in the world are because of fear. All creatures, whether a little ant, a little fly, birds, animals, or humans—fear." "Fear is related and rooted in desire, icchā. Vāsanā, desires, icchā, longing—these are the … read more »
Bad habits
A spiritual discourse using a parable to warn against the dangers of drug and alcohol addiction."The coat caught him. Why? What was it? It was a hungry, cold, dispirited, tired, big, grisly bear." "Before you can take the drug, the drug takes you. It means now it doesn't let you be … read more »
How to make your exam successful?
A discourse on the goddess Sarasvatī and her role alongside Gaṇeśa."Sarasvatī should be, and is, the goddess of all students." "Gaṇeśa represents the buddhi, the intellect. And the wisdom of that intellect is Sarasvatī; she is the light of that intellect." The speaker explains the importance … read more »
First step of the mantra practice
A spiritual teaching on the sacred practice of mantra writing."You must write like a painter who wishes to create a beautiful portrait and who paints with great care. Not like what they call modern art, just throwing colors here and there." "In the pen you … read more »
Increase the positive energy with your nice positive words
A discourse on the power of mantra and speech."The origin of all creation is the sound Oṃ." "The wound which is caused by some weapon or a knife can be healed, but the wound which is caused by the words of humans cannot be … read more »
Be the change yourself
A spiritual talk on personal transformation and relationships, illustrated by a personal anecdote."Since I have been practicing yoga with you for three weeks now, my husband has changed so much, positively." "You expect someone there with kind words, a sweet smile, a warm heart, and beautiful, mutual understanding." … read more »
Your ignorance makes you confused
A spiritual discourse on the illusion of separation and the search for the Self."If you could separate the waves from the ocean, only then could you separate yourself from God." "In this creation, someone put that kind of intoxication—the intoxication of attachment. And this attachment has created a lot … read more »
The endless Universe and the cosmic consciousness
A spiritual discourse on the nature of the universe and the path to divine union."Can you think of something that is endless? Endless, endless, anant, anant, anant." "If you truly wish to know the ocean's depth, you must jump into it and discover it for yourself." Swamiji contemplates the endlessness … read more »
What is real and what is unreal?
A discourse on the nature of reality and spiritual practice."Brahma satyaá¹ jagat mithyÄ means that whatever is born, created, or manifested has limitation. That which is born will die." "Therefore, what is changeable is unreality, and what is not changeable is reality. That reality is … read more »
World peace through inner peace
A spiritual discourse on attaining inner peace and liberation through personal practice."Liberation is not granted to anyone. It cannot be realized through material power, nor can it be bought in the market. It is very individual and a very inner thing." "Tons of theory will not help … read more »
Sant Gyaneshvar
A spiritual discourse on the essence of yoga and the power of saints, contrasting true wisdom with mere scholarship."The best translation of the Bhagavad Gītā comes from a great saint named Sant Jñāneśvara." "You should read the Bhagavad Gītā. Then you will understand what yoga is. But find Sant Jñāneśvara's translation." The speaker explores … read more »
Sri Ganesha
A spiritual discourse on the significance of Lord Gaṇeśa."Gaṇeśa is the remover of all obstacles in life and the giver of happiness and joy. He is the God of protection." "If you begin in the name of Gaṇeśa, and when Gaṇeśa is present, you … read more »
Vikara
A spiritual discourse explaining the concepts of vikāra (impurity) and nirvikāra (purity)."Vikāra means negative thinking, full of jealousy, hate, and complexes; it is rākṣasava (demonic)." "The most dangerous pollution in this world is mental pollution... This mental pollution begins with the duality from childhood: 'my,' 'our,' and … read more »
Inner Sadhana
A spiritual discourse on purifying the mind and overcoming inner impurities."These are your best friends. But these best friends, in reality, will not bring a happy end. If you have them, then you should realize this and tell them a friendly goodbye." "Holy Gurujī says, 'Always … read more »
Take it as it is
A spiritual talk on finding contentment within marriage and family life."O Nānak, the whole world is unhappy. I climbed on my house roof and looked, and every house is like this." "So stay with your children, with your wife, with your husband, happily as it is. … read more »
The Last Minutes of Life
A spiritual discourse on the nature of dying and the soul's final transition."The body grows old, but the mind and feelings do not." "We know this body is mortal; this body is just like a cloth you change, like a dress." The speaker contemplates the profound inner struggle … read more »
Sustainability
A discourse on the essence and application of sustainability in modern life."Modern technology is not sustainable. This kind of technology has made humans, how to say, ill. You are increasingly running and working, running and working, amidst challenges and competition." "Sustainable humanity means good health: physical, mental, … read more »
Karmic Purification
An evening satsang on cleansing the inner being and the power of mantra."If a devotee is thinking of the Gurudeva, the devotee's bad karmas are burned. Or if the Gurudeva is thinking of the devotees, the bad karmas of the devotees also burn." "Man' means mind and 'tra' … read more »
Sukhdev Muni and Ved Vyas
A spiritual discourse on the story of Śukadeva Muni and the nature of perception."When Śukadeva Muni was passing by, they did not feel disturbed; they were without dresses in the water. As soon as they saw me from far away, they hurried and put their dresses on." "How you … read more »
Eklavya and Guru Dronacharya
A spiritual discourse on the story of Eklavya and the nature of a disciple's surrender."You cannot learn here; somewhere else you will learn it. I will teach you somewhere else." "A disciple should never say no. In one thing you must always say yes. If you say no, you do … read more »
Prayer - Beach satsang
A spiritual discourse on the universal importance and practice of prayer."Prayer is of the utmost importance for human beings. Whenever difficulties arise in the world, people begin to pray." "Prayer makes humans aware of their inherent qualities. It transforms a person from human to holy, and … read more »
Declaration about ecology
A spiritual discourse on the true nature of poverty and peace."the countries which we call the mighty or the rich countries—in my eyes, they are the most poor ones, because they have no peace." "Because we make the difference." An unidentified speaker presents a critique of … read more »
Croatia impressions
A spiritual teacher shares impressions from a visit to Zagreb."My impressions are truly very positive; I feel deeply happy and pleasant." "Regarding spirituality, people require considerable guidance, particularly the many young individuals who are earnestly searching for something more." The speaker reflects on the positive … read more »
Think of others
A spiritual reflection on global suffering and the power of prayer."We sit here in a beautiful room, in a beautiful atmosphere... Yet it is very, very sad that at the same time, there are millions of children, women, and men who have no peace in their … read more »
Hate the actions not the person
A spiritual leader's prayer and discourse on global suffering and compassion."I think we should pray more and try to help in any way that we can help them. Politically, socially, economically, materially, any way, emotionally—if we can help." "Mahātmā Gāndhī said, 'We don't hate the person, … read more »
Entire World is family of One God
A discourse on spiritual education and universal unity."We should educate people spiritually, and do so with grace. We must avoid educating them with narrow thinking." "Sanātana Dharma means to respect everyone's path and to give them the opportunity, to give them support to … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Mr. Peter Mullins
A keynote address by Peter Mullins, CEO of Greenpeace Australia Pacific, on the intrinsic link between environmentalism and global peace."Peace is also the birthright of this planet." "Destruction of one is destruction of the other... it is increasingly impossible to separate the two." Peter Mullins outlines Greenpeace's founding principles of bearing witness and non-violent direct … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Monsignor David Cappo
A keynote address on the essential qualities for authentic diplomatic dialogue in pursuit of world peace."An alarming fear that many political and diplomatic leaders have a diminished understanding of true dialogue." "Dialogue marked by meekness 'is not proud, it is not bitter, it is not offensive... It is patient. It is … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Jacqueline Furtado
A youth peace address and panel discussion conclusion at a community event."Think globally, act locally." "Peace is only in our hands if it is in our hearts and minds." A moderator concludes a panel on societal challenges and introduces youth representative Jacqueline Furtado. The 17-year-old student delivers … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Shin'ichiro Okuyama
A representative reads a message at the World Peace Forum."To strive for nonviolence is to strive for control and reason, to act deliberately and with the intent to secure an enriched future when all external pressures are pointing to forceful and rushed decisions." "The time … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Closing Address by Rabbi Awraham Soetendorp
A spiritual address on moral responsibility and hope in troubled times."How can I eat and drink if I snatch what I eat from the starving, and my glass of water belongs to one dying of thirst? And yet, I eat and drink." "We are planting fruit … read more »
World Peace Forum - Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda
A keynote address on interfaith harmony, environmental protection, and non-violence."Every culture is the best culture, or every culture is a good culture. But we should concentrate on one culture... and that is agriculture." "Yoga is older than Hinduism... And what yoga says is: love, understand, … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - His Excellency Rajendra Rathore Indian High Commissioner
A keynote address on Mahatma Gandhi's life and enduring relevance for global peace."I am prepared to die, but there is no cause for which I am prepared to kill." "Compassion is not pity, but involves helping the downtrodden regain self-respect." A speaker addresses a World Peace Forum, reflecting … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Senator Aden Ridgeway
A keynote address on peace, leadership, and global reconciliation."Peace is sometimes regarded as merely an absence of conflict, but I believe it is much more. For me, it is a feeling of complete emancipation that goes to the heart and soul." "Peace ultimately is … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Rabbi Awraham Soetendorp
A keynote address on global responsibility and interfaith action at an Earth Charter event."We stand at a critical time in Earth's history, a time when humanity must choose its future." "Every human being has two pockets... One sentence says, 'You are only dust and ashes.' The other says, 'For … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Dr Brendan Mackey
A keynote address on the Earth Charter as an ethical framework for global peace and sustainability."I think the world has changed forever. War is no longer accepted without question." "The Earth Charter argues we should... 'recognize that peace is the wholeness created by right relationships with oneself, other persons, other cultures, … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Imam Sheikh Mansour Leghaei
A Muslim scholar's address on the foundational principles of peace within Islam, delivered at an international forum."Islam is uncompromisingly a religion of peace and mercy to the world." "In Islam, he who has killed one innocent person is as if he has killed all of humanity." The speaker opens with a greeting … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - His Excellency Most Reverend William Morris
A keynote address on interfaith peace and social justice in a post-9/11 world."In the first years of this new millennium, we face challenges that threaten the common bonds of humanity and tear at the fabric of our national and global society." "Peace must be founded on truth, built … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Mayor M
A public address on grassroots activism and global peacebuilding."A recent poll shows a shift in how people think about the war, but I do not believe that is the case. I think people are reacting differently to conflict." "Little actions set examples and together … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Fleur Nassery Bonnin
A Sufi discourse on achieving inner peace and divine unity amidst global conflict."Paradoxically, human beings are also capable of reaching the highest level of peace. This is the very journey of life." "The true meaning of the word jihād... is 'struggle.' It refers to the internal struggle, the … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - His Highness, Gaj Singh Ji, Mahraja of Jodhpur
A keynote address on universal human rights and shared responsibility."Religion is but one trait where intolerance manifests. We encounter chosen races, communities, ideologies, and economic systems, all lending themselves to discriminatory arrangements that trample the rights of those considered beyond the pale." "The exercise of … read more »
World Peace Forum 2003 - Bill Mollison
A personal narrative by permaculture founder Bill Mollison on his philosophical awakening and rejection of conventional systems."I gave it all to them right in front of me, and they couldn't argue because I was dying right in front of them. I divested myself." "The one thing I am is extremely ethical. I … read more »