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Evening satsang from Om Ashram (2/2)
Evening satsang from main tent at Om Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Bhajan singing.
Evening satsang from Om Ashram (1/2)
The path is established through devotion.The river of wisdom has manifested. All present are requested to raise both hands and clap. The program proceeds with the Guru's blessings, beginning with Guru Vandana and bhajans. This demonstrates the influence of the tradition. … read more »
Kalash puja in the Om Ashram
Two consecration ceremonies are to be performed.The first is the Kalasha puja for the large vessel to be placed atop the shikhara. The second is the Prasada Puja or Vastu Purusha Puja, performed at the summit to please the deity of the … read more »
Bhajan concert from Om Ashram
Bhajan band concert from Om Ashram, Rajasthan, India.First part of the program.
Jaya Ram!
The recitation of the Sundara Kāṇḍa, the beautiful fifth book of the Rāmāyaṇa, is performed to welcome Rāma to his temple.This section narrates Hanumān's journey to Lanka, his devotion, and his meeting with Sītā. It details his encounters with demons, his wise counsel to Vibhīṣaṇa, and the gathering of the monkey army. The core teaching is … read more »
Building the Ashram
This is our ashram, a place of being and bliss.We are all here together, sitting with sādhus and yogīs, and it is very good. The essence must be in our body. An ashram is our home. Understanding comes from above, from God to mother to … read more »
Comparison of India and Australia
The Australian outback presents a vast, unpopulated landscape distinct from settled farmlands.It is not a sandy desert but open scrubland with immense distances and little sign of civilization. Travel there is unstructured, allowing one to stop freely and experience peaceful campfires. The historical and cultural situation of … read more »
We are never old for yoga
This weekend provided a spiritual vaccination against the subtle influences of Kali Yuga.The age's decay enters through small compromises, like a mouse, creating spiritual inflation. We must learn to firmly say no to ourselves, for the gentle approach of this era ends with us caught unaware. A yogi, … read more »
Bhajan singing from Strilky Ashram
Morning program from Strilky, Czech Republic.Bhajan singing.
Bhajans from Slovenska Vas
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Slovenska Vas, Slovenia
Bhajan evening from Strilky Ashram
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Never eat meat so you become pure
Maintaining purity in life and diet is essential for spiritual progress.You are pure people, but some are not. It is like walking in a nice place and suddenly stepping on a needle; something impure enters. When you gather here, you come from your homes. Eating pure … read more »
Bhajan singing from Strilky Ashram
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
The power of Gurudev's blessing
The great fortune is to be in satsa g, not entangled in the distractions of the age.This gathering provides rich spiritual food, not the mental fast food many consume. To digest this requires strong inner fire and practice. Simply being in this atmosphere purifies energy and grants strength. The most vital part … read more »
Bhajan evening from Strilky
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Hymns of Adoration and the Nirvāṇa Ṣaṭkam
The true Self is pure consciousness and bliss, beyond all attributes and dualities.It is not the body, the senses, the mind, or the elements. It is without hatred or attachment, virtue or vice, pleasure or pain. It is not the doer, the enjoyer, or any object of experience. … read more »
Everything is in our heart
The grace of the guru is experienced through devotion and miraculous presence.People constantly call for the speaker to visit them. A story is told of Mahāprabhujī as a child going with cows that ate from a farm; despite concerns, Gurujī said it would result in more for … read more »
The materialized OM
A refreshing wind signals progress as we prepare for the temple's opening in four months, a short time when busy.The leader's presence accelerates the work, though daily changes are subtle until seen from afar. This completion is a divine achievement of a great vision, yet it is not an end but a step in perpetual … read more »
How to keep our purity
The human being contains a fundamental purity.We are diverse and cannot all become one, yet we are ourselves. Many people eat meat and are going down, but here we are pure. Open your eyes in the morning and see only "I am … read more »
Vishwaguruji in Jadan Ashram
The divine presence is all-pervading and the source of all auspiciousness and prosperity.This reality is invoked through sacred names and Vedic offerings. The path involves cultivating joy, discernment, and focused meditation. The teacher is a divine guide on this journey. True illumination comes from aligning with this supreme … read more »
Bhajan singing from Jadan
True refuge is found only in the divine name and the realized teacher.Seeking refuge in worldly attachments leads to suffering and delusion. The divine name is the ultimate sanctuary, the true crossing from darkness to light. All other shelters are temporary and false. The teacher, as the embodiment … read more »
Webcast from Hungary
This gathering honors a dedicated organizer and his enduring spirit.He was a foundational figure who built a strong community and team. His work began by welcoming the teacher to this country and publishing the first local yoga text. He championed vegetarianism, emphasizing both health and … read more »
Guided Practice of Sarvahitāsana and Ānanda-Āsana
Concentrate on the breath to recharge the body.This practice of ānanda-āsana, the happiest posture, removes tension. Travel within the body through coordinated movement and stretching. Follow instructions with unity, not as a competition. This is a system for concentration and harmony in daily … read more »
Webcast from Strilky
A devotional invocation reveals inconsistencies in its transcription and composition.The text is a plea for the deity's arrival and blessings, yet its meaning is obscured by unclear phrases and non-standard terms. The flow is disrupted by an abrupt shift into modern English. Repetition appears without … read more »
The basics of the effects of yoga practices
The core practices of Prāṇāyāma and Yoga Nidrā are essential for mastering attention and well-being.The legalization of drugs like cannabis is a concerning trend, as substances are often misused by those with psychological distress. True fulfillment comes from being a good human, which is governed by individual attention. This control … read more »
Practising Asanas 3
Morning practice from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Asanas mainly from the first level of Yoga in Daily Life demonstrated and explained by Mahamandaleshwar Swami Vivekpuriji.
Everyday practising is important
Spiritual progress requires consistent daily practice, not occasional effort.The journey demands integrating discipline into ordinary life, balancing responsibilities while maintaining steady effort. Merely visiting an ashram once a year is insufficient; one must practice at home, morning and evening. Proficiency develops over years, like … read more »
Practising Asanas 1
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Pavanamuktasan, Marjari, Sasanka Asana, Shoulder cycling, Exercises for the foot, Ashva Sanchalanasan, Meru Akaranasan, Bhunamanasan, Meru Prishthasan, Dvikonasan, Setu Asan, Half Butterfly variations, Butterfly. Demonstration and explanation of the benefits of the exercise.
Practicing Asanas 2
A gentle yoga practice integrates postures, breath, and focused awareness to calm the mind and strengthen the body.Begin by relaxing in a comfortable position, observing the natural breath. Practice postures like Pavanamuktāsana and Vyāghrāsana with smooth, controlled movements and coordinated breathing. Maintain awareness of alignment, such as keeping the pelvis level. Vīrāsana is … read more »
Yoga treatment for panic attacks
Life is a challenging struggle, but we receive clarity and energy from the spiritual path, allowing us to rise again.Our journey provides a continual infusion of clarity for development and energy for daily life. This blessing comes from a true source of knowledge. One practical source is Prāṇāyāma, though we often underutilize it. For instance, … read more »
Practising Asanas and Pranayama
Standing practice builds foundation, strength, and present-moment awareness.The position of the pelvis is crucial; avoid excessive arch in the low back. Do not lock the knees, as this displaces the pelvis. Maintain straight legs without hyperextension. Feel the body's weight distributed through the … read more »
Practising in the garden
An outdoor āsana practice integrates the body with the natural elements.Be mindful of the cold ground and avoid staying too long in relaxation poses to preserve body heat. Connect with the earth and the five elements present. Movements should be enjoyed with full awareness of breath … read more »
Practising from Strilky
Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Practice.
We are one family
This spiritual home is our family, connected not by worldly karma but by surrender to the Guru.Worldly family ties are temporary bonds of past karma. Here, we form a lasting spiritual family under our Gurudeva. True connection requires complete faith and surrender from the heart, not half-hearted belief. Personal effort is essential: … read more »
Tuma saba ke dina dayala
Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Bhajans.
Yoga and Ayurveda
This is a gentle yoga practice integrating physical postures with meditative awareness.We begin by relaxing the body and observing the breath. The practice includes specific āsanas like Pavanamuktāsana for the lower back and digestion, and bicycle leg movements for circulation and knee health. All movements are to … read more »
Morning practice from Strilky
Morning satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Practice with Swami Umapuri.
Enjoy the movement!
Foundational āsanas and breath awareness form the base of practice.Begin with Pavanamuktāsana to release the lower back, pressing the knee to the chest with the breath. Move into Daṇḍāsana, keeping the spinal column straight. Practice head movements initiated from the lower neck, coordinating with breath … read more »
Always be in the present and go to Satsang
Enter the sacred space of satsa g with full awareness, leaving the outer world behind.This environment is a protective bubble of pure energy. Upon entering, consciously set aside all mental burdens and problems, as one leaves dirty shoes at the door. The essential practice is to be fully present in … read more »
The world needs Yoga in Daily Life
This holy place contains everything needed, providing energy and peace.It is one of only two such places in the world. A great tree once stood here; now a single holy tree will be planted again. People travel from distant countries to be here, forming one … read more »
A Guru gives everything that we need
Without love, God will not come.Techniques are useless without devotion. A story illustrates this: a rich man's elaborate feast was rejected, while a poor devotee's offering of banana skins was joyfully accepted, for it was given with pure love. The sole … read more »
Don't wait to get Mantra
The essential importance of receiving a mantra and a spiritual name.Forgive my inability to sing; I come here to learn. I am humbled by your long histories with the Guru. In speaking with many, I find a surprising lack: some family members still believe they do … read more »
We can change the world together
Conscious consumption is imperative for health and spiritual integrity.Many now consume insects and altered foods, a practice spreading globally. This causes physical harm, as foreign substances introduce problems into the body. We lack the proper enzymes to digest such matter, leading to potential blockages … read more »
Bring back the good things to India
The churning of the ocean reveals the essence of practice.Ayurveda and yoga are inseparable sister sciences, originating from the divine knowledge revealed when the nectar of immortality was sought. The story explains the emergence of Dhanvantari and the foundation of the Kumbha Mela. True practice … read more »
Ragas and basics of Ayurveda
This ashram is a shared home for dedicated work and rest, a family united in prayer and effort.The community extends globally, connected as spiritual siblings under divine guidance. The place itself is destined for all, a gift requiring no personal request, where the heart and nature are seen as inherently good. The story … read more »
The Space of Practice
Find your two square meters for life and death.Relax completely, aware of your body and breath. Practice āsanas to release tension and correct posture. Understand that yoga adapts to time and space, requiring guidance. Correct kyphosis to free shoulder movement. Maintain head alignment to … read more »
Practicing simple Asanas
Sarvahitāsana is a foundational posture for universal benefit, focusing on precise alignment and mindful awareness.Sit straight with hands placed behind you, fingers pointing back, to avoid rounding the shoulders. Keep the body at a 90-degree angle, ensuring the weight is not on the hands to prevent tingling and strain. Observe … read more »
Bhajan singing from Strilky
Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
When I was a child
The path requires personal action and grace, not mere waiting.We strive to connect and become better, yet many wait for life to happen. True progress comes from engaging actively. A personal history illustrates this: a father's astrological prediction, a mother's concern, and encounters with spiritual … read more »
Bhajan singing from Strilky
The heart is an endless ocean of divine bliss.Salutations are offered to the revered spiritual guide, who is the embodiment of the supreme. A prayer is made for all endeavors to be successful. This prayer acknowledges that all actions are already accomplished. The sequence … read more »