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Enter in to the atma gyana trough love
A seminar lecture on the Anāhata Chakra and spiritual awakening."Awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī means awakening of the wisdom, the knowledge. When the knowledge appears, then the happiness appears." "Ātmā is already liberated. Ātmā itself is liberation. Who is getting liberation? That Jīvātmā, that soul, the … read more »
How far do you follow Your dharma
A spiritual discourse on devotion, worldly tests, and the nature of true love, illustrated through a scriptural story and a parable."Kuntī said, 'I adore and surrender to those problems which remind me every second, "Thy name, my Lord."'" "The master said, 'I know he loves me. He is wise and gave his word.'" The speaker narrates … read more »
God will not come to You without love
A spiritual discourse on divine love, using bhajans and stories to illustrate the path to God."Prabhu prem bīnā nahī̃ āve. God will not come to you without love. Love is God, and God is love." "Śāntoṣa—contentment, satisfaction—is the biggest richness. The richest are they who do not wish anything." Swami Avatarpuri … read more »
Time doesnt wait for anyone
A spiritual discourse on the preciousness of human life and the nature of the soul."Every second which is past is gone, gone out of your hands. This life is like water in the hand." "Ātmā is immortal, everlasting, unchangeable, and indestructible. That is called Ātmā Tattva, and without the knowledge … read more »
Kumbh Mela 2007
A documentary exploring the spiritual significance of the Kumbh Melā festival."The crown jewel of Hinduism is the festival of Kumbh Melā... symbolizing our quest for immortality." "Yogīs know that the true kumbha, the urn containing the nectar of immortality, is our own body." The film follows … read more »
Know that You are a human
A spiritual discourse on marriage, modern life, and human dignity."Once you give yourself fully, nothing remains for another. In such a bond between husband and wife, happiness flourishes." "Have you ever reflected, even for five minutes, 'I am a human'? When you think this, many … read more »
Kumbh Mela is a unique experience
A spiritual discourse reflecting on the Kumbh Mela and the principles of steadfast spiritual practice."Blessed are they who can be there." "If you practice one thing, you will have perfection over everything. If you try to do everything, you will lose everything." Swami Ji describes the immense scale and austerity … read more »
Humbleness is the greatest siddhi
A spiritual discourse on the nature of true spiritual attainment (siddhi) and human purpose, centered on the sage Kapila."O man, eating, drinking, enjoying, creating children, and sleeping—animals are also very active in this. If you are doing only this much, where is the difference between animals and you?" "A person who has Siddhi becomes … read more »
The truth is tapas
A spiritual discourse reflecting on the Kumbh Mela and warning against false spiritual powers."If you bathe during that constellation, the nectar still has an effect on you—meaning it cleans your karmas and blesses you with immortality." "There is no austerity more than truth. To follow the truth is the … read more »
Upmanyu a ultimate devotee
A storytelling session about the ancient devotee Upamanyu and a modern parable."Where there is love, there is no pain. Where there is love, nothing is ugly. For the sake of love, one is ready to do anything." "To follow Guruvākya lifelong, no matter how hard it is—that … read more »
Awakening of spiritual consciousness
A spiritual discourse on overcoming fear, ignorance, and negative energies through mantra and self-knowledge."As soon as you light a lamp, switch on a light, the darkness disappears so quickly you do not know where it went." "Where there is ignorance, there is fear, there is darkness. And where there … read more »
Life is the play of the consciousness
A spiritual discourse on awakening consciousness and the science of Kuṇḍalinī."Karma is in your hands, but the result is not in your hands." "Awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī means awakening the best qualities. Where there is light, darkness disappears." A spiritual teacher addresses an evening gathering, explaining … read more »
Sadhana maintaince inner harmony
A satsang on the Maṇipūra Chakra and spiritual practice."Tons of theory is nothing compared to a gram of practice." "The discipline is your inner master. That is the best master who will lead you 24 hours." Swami Paramadvaiti addresses an audience in Novo Mesto, … read more »
Ashram is a healing place
A discourse on the spiritual importance of sacred spaces and the harmonization of the human being's four bodies."In temples, ashrams, churches, or spiritual places, there is a spiritual atmosphere, a spiritual energy. Whether you believe it or not, when you come to such a place, that energy penetrates and transmits through your different … read more »
Yoga vedanta
A spiritual discourse on the indescribable nature of the body, space, and non-dual reality."Vedānta philosophy is that kind of philosophy which brings oneness, meaning non-dualism. Where there is reality, there is only oneness." "Śa karācārya says, 'Put twenty cups in the garden and fill them with water. The moon … read more »
Accept Your Destiny
A spiritual discourse on the purpose of human life and the path to self-realization."Our coming together has a great meaning. It is like regenerating spiritual energy, like giving water to a drying plant." "Therefore, God was very gracious to us that He gave such a beautiful human life, and … read more »
Forgive and do not suffer
A spiritual discourse addressing a seeker's struggle with forgiveness and the nature of suffering."My reason tells me to do it, but my heart doesn't allow it. How can I forgive and free myself?" "A person who cannot forgive, a person who is not flexible, a person who doesn't use … read more »
The mind has Your passport of destiny
A spiritual discourse on the necessity of repetition and mastering the mind to achieve liberation."Repetition is development: physical, mental, spiritual. Repetition is circulation. That is life." "As long as you are a slave to your mind, you will not achieve anything. Your Ātmā is the king, and your Viveka is … read more »
Continue Your sadhana
A spiritual discourse on maintaining consistent practice and motivation."To begin anything in life is easier. To build a house is easy, but it is very hard to continue or maintain the house. Similarly, your spiritual sādhanā or your physical sādhanā needs a lot of … read more »
We are spiritual family
A morning satsang reflecting on spiritual happiness, inner battle, and the nature of divine love."Love is the life. All creatures, each entity, day and night, searches for happiness." "Without love, nobody will come. And everybody is searching for that kind of happiness." Swami Avatarpuri shares personal reflections and spiritual teachings, … read more »
Relax Your brain waves
A spiritual discourse on the conservation of mental energy and the practice of brahmacharya."Excessive thinking consumes a great deal of your energy. Indeed, a significant amount of energy is lost." "Therefore, if you are thinking excessively and this thinking brings you happiness, then you are gaining energy. But if … read more »
Astrology and tatvas
A spiritual discourse exploring Hindu philosophy, nature reverence, and life principles."Sometimes people think in Hinduism there are so many goddesses... But Hinduism believes only in one God. Only one. Eko-Brahma-Dvitīya-Nāsti." "The ṛṣis, the great wise persons, were thinking: if we do not give these holy names, … read more »
Be the tree of compasion
A spiritual discourse on becoming an instrument of divine love and service."God has chosen that heart to speak to the world. To listen to that wisdom and give it further is a divine blessing and knowledge." "Therefore, to be a teacher of yoga and daily life is … read more »
Vakyas are diamonds
A spiritual discourse using parables to illustrate the value of true satsang and the pitfalls of greed."Therefore, the whole day, diamonds were running. That is called satsa g." "A human has two paths before them... One is called Uthan and the other Patan... That seed is called Sa gha: society, companion." The … read more »
How to control the swadisthan chakra
A spiritual discourse on the nature of the Self and the obstacles to realizing it."You are the Ātmā. This Ātmā is a form of peace, and that peace is thyself." "But between the Ātmā and our present knowledge, there are obstacles. Those obstacles are known as Mala, Vikṣepa, and Āvaraṇa." … read more »
Miraculous lives of yogis
A yoga lecture and practice session on the universal principle of yoga."Yoga is that principle which balances the entire universe. All visible and invisible elements are balanced by that principle—yoga." "Yoga is a universal principle... It is a balancing principle of the entire universe." The teacher guides … read more »
Guru kripa hi kevalam
A spiritual discourse on the power of satsa g and self-knowledge, illustrated through ancient stories."True knowledge is Ātmā-jñāna—self-knowledge, self-realization. This is what was primarily spoken of in humanity's ancient śāstras." "A minute of satsa g is much, much more than 60,000 years of torturous tapasyā." The speaker expounds on the … read more »
We are nourished by Holly Gurujis spirituality
A discourse on spiritual lineage, birth, and the sanctity of the cow."Rare are those who find the Satguru Deva and that spiritual lineage, which assures spiritual development. Rarer still are those who recognize it, for they often mistake diamonds for glass." "Spiritual birth and spiritual parents are … read more »
Become a teacher
A spiritual discourse on the essence and responsibility of being a teacher, using the example of a yoga teacher."To be a teacher is a blessing because you become a channel of wisdom." "Knowledge requires another knowledge. You must know when to use it and when not to use it." Swami Ji addresses the profound … read more »
Yoga civilises the world
A discourse on the essence and practice of yoga."You should know that the author of yoga is Lord Śiva. He holds the copyright." "Yoga in daily life means leading your life according to yoga 24 hours a day. If you deny or break the … read more »
Yoga therapy will help You
A spiritual discourse using parables to address the loss of devotion and discernment in yoga teaching."we have in our subconsciousness those wrong ideas, and we don't want to spit them out. Therefore, you see everything as similar." "when a yoga teacher or a disciple, through kuśa ga or negative thinking, loses … read more »
What are you doing in meditation
A spiritual discourse on the ancient principles of yoga, inner obstacles, and the nature of meditation."Yoga is that principle which unites space and consciousness... The perfect balance maintained between these two is called yoga." "Between the individual self and the cosmic Self lie many obstacles. These obstacles do not exist anywhere … read more »
Harmonise Your body and mind
A satsang discourse on applying yogic principles to achieve holistic harmony."If you had practiced accordingly and systematically, as the system of Yoga in Daily Life prescribes, you would have definitely realized this harmony." "Mental harmony is only how you think—harmony or disharmony. Learn to accept. Whatever … read more »
Dhauti agnisara nauli
A yoga teacher's lecture on the six purification practices (Ṣaṭ-karma) of Haṭha Yoga."If you practice Netī, you have a very good feeling the whole day, and in the evening, you sleep well." "Your health is in your hands. Your doctor can only give you some advice... but healing … read more »
Jala neti kapala bhati bhastrika
An instructional lecture on Haṭha Yoga purification techniques (kriyās), focusing on neti and related breathing exercises."Haṭha Yoga kriyās are meant for the purification of the body." "Neti is a cleaning process... The reason to do Haṭha Yoga Kriyās is that we require good health." The teacher explains the classical definition of … read more »
Use Your will power
A detailed lecture clarifying the traditional definition and practice of Haṭha Yoga."Haṭha means willpower—the will to achieve something regardless of circumstances, the power to endure." "Ha represents Iḍā (the left nostril), and Ṭha represents Pi galā (the right nostril). Haṭha combined with yoga (meaning union) signifies uniting, … read more »
Develop self confidence
A spiritual discourse on acceptance, wisdom, and applying yoga to daily life."We cannot promise or expect perfect health for our entire lives. There will always be something, and we must learn to accept it." "Learn to master situations with your vivekā, your wisdom. It is as it … read more »
Bhagavan and bhakta are one
A satsang discourse on devotion, environmental responsibility, and spiritual oneness."The amount you receive depends entirely on your own love and devotion." "Bhakta and bhagavān are both the same. It is difficult to understand, but He is with all devotees." A spiritual teacher addresses an international … read more »
Raksha bhandan a festival of dignity
A satsang discourse on the festival of Raksha Bandhan, addressing eternal life, human consciousness, and the traditional role of women."Life is to be celebrated. Life on this planet is also happiness. It is our own thinking, it is our own mistakes that make life miserable." "Women are not made to work in the office. They … read more »
Sarvang asan
An instructional lecture on the multiple definitions and safe practice of yoga postures (āsana)."First, your mat or blanket upon which you sit or practice is known as your āsana. This is your personal āsana." "Yoga is individual, not general... What we learn in groups are techniques; you must choose … read more »
Attachment is ignorance
A spiritual discourse using a parable to illustrate the dangers of worldly attachment."Where your desire and attachment lie, there you will reside. You will return there. It is attachment that pulls you back." "As parents, we can give only birth, not destiny. As friends, we can give only … read more »
Love is life
A spiritual discourse on human nature, choice, and the guru-disciple relationship."Holy Gurujī often used to say... 'The man is himself his friend and also his enemy.'" "Gurujī also used to say, 'Love is life.' Because life is God. God is love, and love is God." Swami … read more »
When one is ready for mantra diksha
A discourse on the prerequisites and commitment of receiving a mantra initiation (dīkṣā)."You receive a mantra from that person whom you genuinely accept, both by heart and by intellect, as someone who can be your guru for life." "Therefore, think it over peacefully. Take your time." Swami Avatarpuri … read more »
A disciple of three guru generations
A Guru Purnima satsang featuring a disciple sharing his spiritual lineage and experiences."Guru Purnima is the most important day, a holy day for a pupil who enters into the second life of a Dvijā." "If a pupil or disciple has complete surrender to the guru, the results will … read more »
Mantra is the seed of prayer
A spiritual discourse on the cosmic origin of sound, speech, and mantra."From this icchā, the first resonance that awoke is what we call OM, the sound. That resonance fills the entire universe; every atom is filled with it." "Through the manipulation of sound, you can create a … read more »
Practising Khatu pranam with mantras
A guided session on the Vajrāsana posture and the Kāṭupranām salutation with mantras."This Vajrāsana is a prayer posture as well... this posture has a very beneficial influence on our entire body, as well as for calming the mind, emotions, nervousness, and anxieties." "Lead me from unreality to reality... … read more »
Develop mental immunity
A spiritual discourse on the nature of prāṇa (life force) and the power of blessing."A blessing is that which comes from the heart of the Siddha, or from the Perfect One. Whatever he touches becomes blessed or holy." "Prāṇa is everywhere, but through what this prāṇa is flowing changes the … read more »
Kaya kalapa
A spiritual discourse on the essence of yoga, distinguishing between physical therapy and spiritual practice, and exploring the concept of Kāya Kalpa."Without spirituality, yoga cannot be successful. Yoga is divided into many different parts. Nowadays, what most people are using yoga as is physiotherapy." "In vairāgya is a sāra towards the Brahman, and desires are asāra, towards … read more »
Mantra is the soul of everything
A spiritual discourse on the cosmic origin and purpose of mantra."Mantra is a cosmic resonance. It originated from the primordial sound at the very beginning, which we call Oṃ." "Every mantra, no matter from which language it comes, every prayer, no matter from which culture or … read more »
Mantras for khatu pranam
A discourse on the power and science of mantra."There are many things which one can do through particular mantras. There is a mantra for scorpion poison, mantras for snake poison, and there are many mantras for different things." "If you have any qualities, like … read more »