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Bliss Comes From Blessing
Relaxation directs prāṇa to the body, creating lightness and awareness.Focus on the breath and the Maṇipūra Cakra at the navel, feeling its expansion and contraction. This harmonizes prāṇa and apāna. Ānanda, or bliss, arises from blessings, which mean protection, guidance, and success. Blessings positively affect … read more »
Guruji Mera Amara Jari Le Aya
The Brahmavidyā Kriyā is a profound practice leading to spiritual awakening.Practitioners share initial experiences of energy circulation, heat, clarity, and vivid dreams, though some encounter confusion with the technique's directions. The practice is best done when rested and requires consistent, devoted application. It is a group … read more »
Vrittis - Waves Of Thought
The citta vṛttis, or mental modifications, are of two types: akliṣṭa and kliṣṭa.Akliṣṭa vṛttis are positive, sāttvic thoughts that bring harmony and development. Kliṣṭa vṛttis are disturbing thoughts that cause trouble and illness. These vṛttis accumulate in the citta, the storage linking to the subconscious, influenced by our … read more »
Foundation Of Life
Relaxation harmonizes body and mind, preparing one for knowledge.Consciously relax each limb and coordinate with the breath, observing the flow of prāṇa. Knowledge, or vidyā, is a power with dormant faculties in everyone. Like electricity or a knife, this knowledge can be used for … read more »
Brahmavidya
The path to divine knowledge, Brahmavidyā, leads from human to God.Ancient seekers pursued this through intense austerity or complete surrender. The heart holds all secrets, an endless lake where immortal consciousness resides. Two primary disciplines exist: devotional service and meditative technique. Both aim for liberation, yet … read more »
The Layer Of Spirituality
Prāṇa is the cosmic energy and the essence of life, intimately connected to the sacred elements of Earth.Our planet uniquely possesses the water element, which is life and the presence of the divine. From the primordial sound of creation emerged the elements, with water enabling life. We are not separate from nature. A … read more »
Satsang from Jaipur
Evening satsang from Jaipur Ashram, Rajasthan, India.
Give Up Your Ego!
The divine status of the saint is absolute and inseparable from the divine itself.Holy Bharat is the land of ancient Sanātana Dharma, the eternal law. Saints are the eternal incarnations. A story illustrates this truth. The sage Nārada once questioned his mother's constant visits to saints. His mother instructed … read more »
The Wondrous Creation and the Human Journey
The wondrous creation and the human journey are examined.Creation is a perfect divine science, evident in every atom and minute life form, which possesses divine light and consciousness. This God-made world is perfect, unlike the incomplete man-made world. Life's quality, not quantity, signifies the … read more »
The Holy Land and the Path of Devotion
The holy land is where divine incarnations and saints appear.These incarnations, both eternal and timely, manifest through the supreme power of Yogamāyā. Their earthly lives are marked by immense suffering, as seen with the parents of Krishna, the exile of Rama, and the crucifixion of … read more »
Yama and Niyama (10) Ishvara Pranidhana
Īśvara Praṇidhāna is complete devotion and surrender to God, the culminating principle.It is emphasized by its placement at the end, just as Ahiṃsā is at the beginning. This principle appears earlier in the Yoga Sūtras as a direct technique to achieve samādhi. Perfect practice of the yamas … read more »
Yama and Niyama (9) Svadhyaya - self study
Svādhyāya is a threefold practice of study progressing from scripture to self to the Self.It first means studying holy texts and spiritual biographies for inspiration and personal lessons. True study requires contemplation and application. Deeper svādhyāya is self-inquiry meditation, neutrally observing thoughts and emotions to purify the mind. The deepest … read more »
Yoga and meditation workshop from Raumati
Morning program from weekend seminar in New Zealand from Raumati Sri Devpuriji Ashram.
Yama and Niyama (8) Tapas - self discipline
Tapas is voluntary, purifying discipline, distinct from involuntary suffering.The Yoga Sūtras first mention tapas, svādhyāya, and īśvara-praṇidhāna as Kriyā Yoga, a preparatory path. Tapas derives from 'tap,' meaning fire, symbolizing purification through chosen challenge. It is a yogic achievement, not the unavoidable pain of … read more »
Yama and Niyama (7) Santosha - contentment
Santosh is contentment independent of all conditions.Normal satisfaction depends on fulfilled desires and is temporary. True contentment is an inner achievement, making one happy regardless of outer circumstances. It can be approached by accepting life as the result of past karma or … read more »
Yama and Niyama (6) Shauca - purity
The niyama of śauca is purity on all levels.Cleanliness seems simple, like washing or bathing. But purity is yoga's motto: a path of purification. Our true nature is light, obscured by impurity. Techniques like nāḍī śodhana purify energy channels. Haṭha Yoga kriyās purify the … read more »
Yama and Niyama (5) Aparigraha - non possessiveness
Aparigraha is non-possessiveness, an attitude of not being owned by one's possessions.It is not non-possession but relates to our inner stance toward the material world. Modern society cultivates endless desire through advertising, creating unhappiness. The principle is to limit needs and cultivate contentment. Greed is a global … read more »
Yama and Niyama (4) Brahmacharya
Brahmacharya is directing all activity toward divine consciousness.The common interpretation as celibacy is one small aspect. Two sense organs, taste and reproduction, are most powerful and control the world. Controlling one influences the other; fasting and dietary discipline are initial techniques. This energy … read more »
The Sound Of Creation
Swamiji's World peace tour, Wellington, NZ.All creation in the whole Universe took place through vibration. The form of the Supreme is sound. It is the vibration which awoke the consciousness in the Universe. It is that resonance which brought conscious and … read more »
Yama and Niyama (3) Asteya - non stealing
Asteya is the principle of non-stealing, a specific application of non-violence.Stealing harms another and creates immediate karma within the mind, generating guilt, fear, and disturbance. This mental agitation obstructs spiritual practice like meditation. Karma perpetuates itself; a single act can form a habit that shapes personality. … read more »
Yoga and Meditation Workshop
Morning program with Swami Vivek Puri.Wekend seminar in Wellington Ashram, New Zealand
Yama and Niyama (2) Satya - truthfulness
Truthfulness is not merely abstaining from falsehood; it is a nuanced principle intertwined with non-harming.A simplistic adherence to factual speech can cause injury, revealing that truth must be guided by compassion and discernment. The intention, timing, and manner of speaking are paramount. One must scrutinize whether the motivation is to … read more »
Yama and Niyama (1) Ahimsa - non violence
Ahiṃsā is the supreme duty and foundation of the spiritual path.The yamas and niyamas are not merely beginner steps but provide comprehensive guidance for the entire journey. They are eight limbs to be practiced together, not in a rigid sequence. The yamas, like non-violence and truthfulness, … read more »
Mantra Is The Essence Of Prayer
Prayer connects us to the formless, omnipresent Divine.Mantras are the compact essence of this connection. The Supreme has no name or form, yet is the knower of all. We give countless names and forms based on our understanding. True prayer seeks the indwelling … read more »
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times: The Path of Authentic Yoga
Yoga is an ancient science of body, mind, and consciousness, distinct from merely classical or authentic systems.This science exists both within and outside us, raising the question of whether space is within us or we are within it. The five elements, including space, are involved. True understanding requires researching both inner and … read more »
Yoga Is A 24 Hours Way Of Living
Swamij's World peace tour, Oakland, USA.Yoga shows a complete way of living. Not only health techniques and therapy is the benefit. Yoga principles are unique and offer complete guidance and motivation for our life. We cannot find true and lasting bliss … read more »
Give More Quality To Your Life
A mantra is that which satisfies and liberates the mind.The mind is never satisfied, like a bowl made of mind that gold cannot fill. It is like a ghost that demands constant work; without a task, it becomes destructive. The mantra gives the mind a … read more »
Influence Of The Full Moon
The moon's influence connects nature, human consciousness, and spiritual practice.The full moon profoundly affects our emotions and the natural world. In scripture, moonlight is a nectar entering vegetation, linked to the idea of a honeymoon, where honey symbolizes health and immortality. We must protect bees, … read more »
Spiritual Gardening
The spiritual garden is cultivated within through unity, wisdom, and authentic practice.A diverse gathering is unified by the guru and shared spiritual pursuit, transcending physical distance. True bliss is permanent divine joy, not temporary worldly happiness. The ultimate reality is Brahman—unchanging truth amidst a changing world. The … read more »
Workshop - Understanding the Mind
Self-inquiry meditation examines the two chapters of the self: the known good qualities and the hidden, burdensome qualities known only to oneself and God.These concealed aspects, born from greed and fear, create inner suffering and obstruct spiritual progress. Carrying them is like carrying a heavy, fearful burden; true peace requires surrendering them. Even good qualities become dangerous when claimed … read more »
Developing Self Confidence
Yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness to gain self-confidence and self-discipline.The physical body is made of five elements. The mind is a powerful, unseen governor. Prāṇa is the vital energy that sustains life through inhalation and exhalation; without it, we cannot live. This energy maintains harmony … read more »
Yoga Practice and Inner Peace
The Kumbh Mela is a gathering for inner peace, not merely a ritual bath.Ancient sages declared rivers holy and warned that human greed would pollute them, leading to dried rivers, poisoned bees, and a dying nature. Modern attendees often seek spectacle, not peace, unlike past pilgrims who found contentment … read more »
Navratri Program From Jaipur, Part Eight
The ocean of worldly existence is a city of sorrow.Why are you trapped in it? Without the Guru's feet, nothing is pleasing; the entire world of illusion is like a dream. Only through attachment to the Guru's feet does the ocean of existence dry up. … read more »
Navratri Program From Jaipur, Part Seven
The shell of consciousness is removed by the Lord who removes suffering.The wandering intellect, bound by illusion upon the heart, moves about in ignorance. When the Ida and Pingala channels unite, the inner sound is heard and the state of surrender is held. The one limitless Lord … read more »
Navratri Program From Jaipur, Part Six
The divine power of Māyā ensnares even the greatest sages.Lakṣmī, captivated by a horse, was cursed by Viṣṇu to become one. From their union arose the Haihaya dynasty. These kings, once patrons, turned against the Bhārgava Brahmins over hidden wealth, slaughtering them. One Brahmin fetus, … read more »
Navratri Program From Jaipur, Part Five
Devotion is complete surrender to the divine will, beyond ritual and personal effort.The story of King Bharata illustrates this. He lived in a state of pure consciousness, performing no worship. When dacoits kidnapped him for sacrifice, he did not pray or call for help. Yet, the Goddess could … read more »
Navratri Program From Jaipur, Part Four
The devotee of the Guru is fearless.When the body perishes but the name remains immortal, and the Guru's devotee no longer exists within the world, then whom should they fear? The Guru's devotee, having become the bearer of the immortal name, abides … read more »
Navratri Program From Jaipur, Part Three
The Devī Bhāgavatam reveals the Ādhyā Śakti as the supreme cause of all creation.The narrative begins with King Janamejaya's fundamental question about the origin of the self and the universe, a query that marks the start of spiritual inquiry. This question leads to the story of Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and … read more »
Navratri Program From Jaipur, Part Two
The dialogue between Śukadeva and the gatekeeper of King Janaka reveals the nature of bondage and freedom.Without the study of the Devī Bhāgavatam, one's understanding remains unilluminated. Śukadeva's journey is not for worldly gain but for spiritual inquiry. His father's insistence on marriage stems from attachment, not pure love. Walking purifies the … read more »
Navaratri program from Jaipur, Part One
The essence of spiritual practice is the purification of the intellect and mind.All effort in Jñāna Yajña, study, and sādhanā is for this purity. If the intellect is impure, all struggle is useless. A pure mind is without jealousy and ego. True knowledge is that which leads to … read more »
Program from Jaipur
The Śrīmad Devī Bhāgavatam is a supreme scripture for attaining liberation.Veda Vyāsa wrote eighteen Purāṇas to disseminate Vedic knowledge, among which the Devī Bhāgavatam holds a paramount position. It reveals the truth of death and the creative power of the Divine Mother, the foundation of all … read more »
Program from Bratislava
Life is an eternal journey, not a destination.The human form represents the peak of creature consciousness, from which one must choose to descend back into creation or ascend toward Brahman for ultimate liberation. The inner self remains constant while the body ages and … read more »
Yoga Exercises For Women
Yoga Exercises For Women with Dr.Arti.
Morning Satsang From Salzburg
Yoga in Daily Life is a holistic system for overcoming fear and achieving well-being.This system provides physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. It is not merely physical exercise but builds willpower and mental strength. A strong will dispels anxiety and fear. Many fears today stem from economic uncertainty and … read more »
Yoga, Hormonal Health, and Women's Well-being
Yoga addresses health through disciplined practice and specific techniques for hormonal balance.Menopause involves hormonal shifts causing physical and psychic changes, including hot flashes, osteoporosis risk, and pelvic floor issues leading to incontinence. Yoga balances the hormone system and strengthens the pelvic floor through specific āsanas and bandhas. … read more »
Morning Practice With Swamiji
Health is founded on food, fasting, and the heart's condition.Ayurveda states to eat only with real hunger, as food then digests well. Moderation is advised: fifty percent food, twenty-five percent liquid, and twenty-five percent empty for air. The best therapy is food, ideally organic. Historical … read more »
Only The Bhajan Of God Is The Truth
Morning Session from Anusthana Retreat Strilky, Czech Republic.Bhajans are the essence of all Vedas, Upanishads and Holy Scriptures. The highest technique of achievement in yoga and spirituality is the satsang. It is the essence of all which has the content of the entire … read more »
Create Humbleness
Spiritual development requires the dissolution of ego, not its inflation.A story tells of a crow on a temple roof who believed the prayers inside were for him. He was mistaken. This illustrates the ego that arises from spiritual identity. True greatness never announces itself. As … read more »
Bless All - Don't Curse
The path requires inner inquiry, not outward blame.Spiritual practice is meaningless without inner change. Self-study reveals what to transform. Do not merely think you are divine; understand your senses and desires. We are slaves to desires, surviving just with God's name, praying for … read more »