Mystery Of Our Body
The human body is a wondrous and indescribable coach. Its intricate design, with billions of cells and synchronized systems, is a perfect creation no human engineer can replicate. We know only a fraction of its mysteries. Within it reside unseen forces—both divine and destructive—that govern our happiness and sorrow. The ten senses are like wild horses pulling this coach; without mastery, they lead to ruin. External impressions through these senses awaken desires, which are the root of all trouble. Therefore, one must withdraw inward like a turtle, using intellect and discipline to control the senses. This inner city is full of cheaters, but you are the king of your mind and senses. Do not become their slave. Yoga is the science of gaining this mastery over body, mind, and consciousness to cross the ocean of worldly life.
"Vāsanā hi duḥkhāṅka kāraṇa hai." Desires are the cause of troubles.
"Tū kāya nagar kā rājā, man indriye tumhārī prajā." You are the king of this city, your mind and senses are your subjects.
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
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Be in the Living Presence of Gurudev
Spiritual progress rests on two pillars: motivation and practice. Motivation comes from teachings, yet clarity often arrives suddenly after long exposure. However, understanding alone is insufficient; you must undertake the practical journey. Practice requires continuity, not sporadic effort. Remote learning provides motivation but lacks the reality of a Master's physical presence, which is essential for receiving certain techniques and individual guidance. Some advanced group practices should only be done collectively under the Master's energy, as solo attempts cause difficulties. Yet, a daily personal meditation is beneficial. True experience differs from recorded representations; being physically present is transformative. Spiritual growth demands surrendering negative qualities like ego and greed. Theoretical knowledge alone is temporary; real growth requires internal change, honest self-acceptance, and the discipline fostered in a live setting.
"Yoga is not for the general. Yoga is individual."
"The seed you put in the ground has to die."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
DVD 410
Awakening of muladhar
Chakras are energy centers where consciousness resides, defining character and problems. Your destiny (prārabdha) is created by past karma before your body forms. You control your present karma through action, speech, thought, and influence, but once acted upon, deeds become destiny governing future life and all current problems. The Mūlādhāra Chakra is the root foundation of consciousness based on that karma. It is the earth element, colored red for energy and Mother Consciousness. Its awakening brings safety, wisdom, and pleasurable energy, not physical sensations. The chakra's symbols include a four-petaled lotus representing the four ways life enters the world, an elephant symbolizing wisdom and prosperity, an inverted triangle for energy flow, and a coiled snake representing past, present, and future karmas—the dormant Kuṇḍalinī Śakti. Śiva (consciousness) and Śakti (nature) seek union here. Exercises like Bhujaṅgāsana and Śalabhāsana activate this chakra, strengthening the back and influencing the root center for physical and mental balance.
"As long as you are not doing anything, it is still under your control."
"The awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī means wisdom. You become very wise, you become self-confident."
Filming location: Croatia
DVD 182b
God Is One
The gathering honors a revered spiritual teacher and celebrates the universal principles of Sanātana Dharma. This philosophy teaches that God is one, like the earth and ocean are one, though humans divide them with names. True religion has no single founder or beginning in time; it is the eternal truth manifest within the heart. The culture of India is unique, sustained by its saints and sages who reveal this universal path. The teacher has opened the door of sannyāsa and yoga to all people worldwide, beyond any sectarian boundaries. This stage is a divine home for self-realization, representing the unity of the world family. The right to spiritual upliftment belongs to every human being.
"God is one. To understand it, we will have to discuss with a little example. Earth is one."
"The heart is the real religion, the religion which has no beginning point."
Filming location: Allahabad, India
Cultural tolerance
A nation must protect its culture and language, but large nations must not destroy small ones. True harmony requires adopting the ancient Vedic science, which speaks of unity, not a single God. India is the cradle of culture, hosting many languages without conflict, just as a garden holds many trees. Yet, we are destroying our environment, digging mountains and polluting our world. Yoga is not merely physical practice; it is the harmony of body, mind, and soul for inner peace. We must change ourselves first, as charity begins at home. Commercialization misuses yoga's true purpose, which is selfless action and simple living. Our culture is being lost to restless influences, while the ancient wisdom of peace is forgotten. We must control our negative energies and make a resolve for positive change, for anger destroys spiritual progress. True peace comes from within and through self-discipline.
"Be the change you want to see."
"Yoga in life is designed to bring peace, harmony, understanding, and happiness."
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
