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The Inexhaustible Treasure of Indian Wisdom
The inexhaustible treasure of Indian wisdom is found in its ancient scriptures.All modern scientific research is already declared within the Śāstras. The libraries of India contain a vast, ancient treasure of wisdom unmatched elsewhere. Yoga is the space, Ākāśa, containing consciousness; both are invisible and indestructible. From … read more »
Practice, practice, practice
The purpose of human life is self-realization, achieved through the practical path of yoga.Among countless creatures, the jīva obtains a human body, not for animalistic pursuits but to master negative qualities like hate and greed. This body is a temporary instrument. Modern life is unnatural, making people weak and … read more »
Satsang on the occasion of Sri Devpuriji Mahasamadhi
The sacred soil of this land and the dust of the Guru's feet are the supreme pilgrimage.The Vedas and Purāṇas sing that there are sixty-eight tīrthas at the feet of the Guru. Every village is a sacred site, for this soil is like sandalwood. It is a land of penance where divine … read more »
Evening satsang in Strilky ashram with Swamiji and Sadhvi Shanti Puriji
Swamiji's introduction of Sadhvi Shanti Puriji and her humanitarian projects in India
20 years of YIDL in Slovenia
The light of yoga brings knowledge for physical, mental, social, and spiritual health, uniting all beings.This ancient wisdom, shaped for the present, is a scientific system practiced globally. It began with a simple delivery of this divine message. The practice spread from dedicated individuals forming societies, growing like a tree from … read more »
Swamiji's public lecture in Brno, CZ
Yoga is the eternal principle that harmonizes the cosmic consciousness with universal energy.The universe is an endless manifestation governed by one supreme consciousness, Brahman. Human life is a rare opportunity within this cosmic order to realize the immortal self, the ātmā, which is identical to that supreme reality. … read more »
Morning lecture from Strilky with Swamiji
How to understand and improve spirituality and balance the inner changes
The Waterfall's Teaching and the Community's Strength
The waterfall’s voice becomes a meditation, and community strength lies in seeing each other anew.Sitting by the waterfall, listening to individual drops, takes one deep within. In community, people transform, yet others may hold onto past images. To support growth, release old perceptions and accept the person as they are … read more »
Recognizing the Guru
The central task of the spiritual path is to understand the Guru.All practice aims at this single point. We must strive to understand the master's actions and words, maintaining the attitude, "I want to understand." Judging the Guru ends the spiritual path. A story illustrates this: Moses … read more »
Morning hours are golden hours
The purpose of human life is to achieve the highest spiritual goal.A river of divine blessings flows continuously. The capacity to receive it depends on the heart's spiritual readiness. One must collect and preserve this essence throughout life. Spirituality transcends all religions; it is the direct path … read more »
The Path of Bhakti and Guru Seva
The path of Guru Bhakti and Guru Seva is the way to spiritual fulfillment.A disciple should renounce personal ambitions but hold high spiritual ideals, exemplified by the complete dedication of the master. Serving the Satguru is the birthplace of supreme knowledge and the solution to every problem. Practical instructions … read more »
Special periods of Shravan Mas
The month of Śrāvaṇa reveals the path from the soul's cosmic loneliness to divine unity.The soul journeys endlessly through the universe, experiencing only pain, pleasure, and emptiness without direction or companionship. This mortal world is a field of karma. The human body is a precious vehicle to transcend this state … read more »
The best quality is to give
The celebration of Guru Pūrṇimā honors the Śakti principle and the light of the Guru.A fire ceremony was performed for Māṭājī, who received sannyāsa and whose samādhi rests near the āśram. In the world's polarity, both Śiva and Śakti aspects must be active for oneness. Māṭājī exemplifies the Śakti force—a … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011/ Part 7
True blessings are not given upon request but are bestowed according to divine wisdom and need.A medical condition was reportedly resolved through spiritual grace, demonstrating a power beyond the physical. Life itself is the ultimate experience, where even difficult events become turning points through grace. One should not ask for specific … read more »
Antyeshthi in honor of Holy Mataji Part 3
The presence of saints is a priceless treasure that dispels ignorance and bestows peace.To be born in a sacred land where such beings reside is great fortune. The vision of a saint eradicates sins from many lifetimes. Their glory is boundless, for they are constant incarnations of the divine. … read more »
Antyeshthi in honor of Holy Mataji Part 2
The disciple's offering must be precisely what the Guru requests.A revealed bhajan contains the rarest wisdom of śeṣa samādhi. When the ten gates close and one turns inward, samādhi arises naturally. The sohaṃ mantra is the means of ascent and the root. This knowledge is … read more »
Antyeshthi in honor of Holy Mataji Part 1
The mother's samādhi is established and the debt to parents and guru is paramount.A mother's compassion is simple and complete. Her samādhi blesses all. The debt to one's mother is profound and nearly impossible to repay, as she endures all hardship for the child. Even great saints like Śaṅkarācārya … read more »
Recognizing the Guru
The guru's acts and guru vākya often transcend intellectual understanding.A disciple named Moses observed his guru destroy a poor orphans’ boat. The guru later repaired a ruined wall in an empty house. The guru cut the leg of a boy from a spiritual family. Moses … read more »
What is inside we do not know
The Grace of the Satguru: Witnessing Divine Protection and Faith The jīva enters the world with past karma, and destiny plays out.Only the blessed one can know the guru. Arjuna could not endure Krishna’s universal form. Hari Singh, orphaned, was raised by devotees; Mahāprabhujī’s blessings brought him education and a prosperous family. Śaṅkar Singh’s mother was saved … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011/ Part 9
True wealth is found in grace and devotion, not in material possessions.A laborer earns little, yet a boss with money may lack respect. When a poor person arrives, they should be received with honor, for that is true wealth. The intention to serve is paramount, not the … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011/Part 8
Awakening to the True Guru reveals the path beyond suffering.Wherever satsang occurs, one crosses over worldly turmoil. From the mother’s lap to the crossroads, satsang provides the support. The True Guru’s presence reaches all who gather in devotion. Sleeping knowledge awakens, and ignorance is dispelled. … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011
The true form of the Guru is the Word.The body is assumed by that Word. The Guru is unaging, immortal, indivisible, ever-present truth. The true form of the disciple is the soul. In the end, it merges into that very Word. The soul is … read more »
Juga Juga Jivo Maheshwaranand - Bhajan
This offering is a devotional service presented at the Guru's feet.This audio cassette is a form of service emanating from the Guru's divine presence and the ashram. It is an act of surrender and taking refuge. The presentation includes a bhajan for collective singing to garner … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011/ Part 5
The supreme path is love, service, and the study of sacred scripture.Serving others through karma yoga is the fastest way for divine realization. The Bhagavad Gītā is the essential scripture for universal welfare, containing all yogic paths leading to liberation. It is the direct speech of the … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011/ Part 2
True knowledge and cultural saṃskāras liberate the human being.By birth, all are śūdras. Caste and character are formed by one's actions and impressions. Only one who attains Brahmavidyā is a true Brāhmaṇa. The Vedas describe four types of births for beings entering this world. … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011/ Part 4
The true Guru is the immortal Word, the śabda, which is the essence of all reality.The physical form is a temporary instrument made by that Word to awaken beings. The disciple's true nature is the ātman, destined to merge into that śabda. Liberation is attained instantly upon meeting the true Satguru, … read more »
Gurupurnima celebration 2011/ Part 1
Gurupūrṇimā announcements are shared alongside spiritual reflections.A television channel will broadcast the entire program. Details for those attending in person will be provided. Prasāda is now ready for distribution. The discourse shifts to contemplative phrases. These phrases point to a state beyond … read more »
The Essence of Gurupūrṇimā
The essence of Gurupūrṇimā is the supreme importance of the guru.On this day, all practitioners pause to receive the guru's darśana and blessings. Serving the guru for a moment surpasses serving the divine for years. True fortune lies in taking refuge at the guru's feet, whether … read more »
In satsang all stress is released
Satsang reveals the purpose of life and the path to inner peace.The body is a temporary instrument for the soul's journey to immortality. It functions like a chariot carrying the self, intellect, and discernment. Viveka continuously discriminates between dharma and adharma. Dharma is right living that creates … read more »
Guruvakya can protect you
The power of blessing is the true nourishment for the soul.Bhajan is a blessing, or prasāda, from the wise words of saints. To receive blessings, you must become ready to receive them and follow the Guru's word, the Guru Vakya, for your protection. Discipline in practice … read more »
Yoga leads to oneness
Yoga is the singular path to oneness.All branches lead to the same unity. The Gopīs questioned the difference between yoga and separation, realizing both states ultimately return to one, yet unity brings bliss while separation brings sorrow. Historical ages emphasized different paths … read more »
We need Lord Ganesha
The glory of Gaṇeśa signifies the principle of pure intellect and the removal of obstacles.Beginning any endeavor by remembering Gaṇeśa is a universal protocol for success. Gaṇeśa is the lord of all elements and functions, symbolizing pure buddhi or intellect. This intellect, when filled with positive spiritual knowledge, is wisdom; … read more »
Mantra creates a beautiful mind
The mind is the basis of all human achievement, yet it is restless and demands constant nourishment.Humanity's drive to progress, seen in inventions like the internet, mirrors an inner desire to transcend limits. The mind's quality is perpetual activity; it is a field of thoughts, intellect, and emotions. Spiritual progress requires purifying … read more »
What makes me human?
The aim of human life is health and Self-realization.First, realize you are a human, defined by divine qualities, not just the body. This precious body must be cared for to achieve the goal of Ātmā Jñāna. Modern comforts create dependency, making humans unhappy and … read more »
The Unseen Helper
Evening satsang with bajans in the memory of the Holy Mataji.
Purna means complete
Brahman is the sole reality, the complete Pūrṇa from which all arises.As long as this completeness is unrealized, one dwells in duality, which is ignorance and the root of all suffering. The entire universe is this Pūrṇa; whatever is taken from it or remains is still Pūrṇa. … read more »
Blessing from holy mother
Sanātana Dharma is the eternal truth recognizing the one Brahman within all existence.This reality is described in the ancient Vedas. The world is changeable, yet every atom represents that divine light. Spiritual wisdom cultivates equal vision, seeing beyond form to the inner essence. All genuine religious paths speak … read more »
Mantra gives us peace
Mantra and bhakti create an inner peace that stabilizes all action.Pilgrimage shows collective devotion, but personal practice is an inner journey. A teacher's calm preserves a boxer's peaceful center amidst chaos; similarly, mantra maintains inner silence within life's disturbances. We cannot stop thoughts, but we can … read more »
The Awakening of Consciousness: Kuṇḍalinī and Cakras
The science of yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness.Yoga is the eternal balancing principle in the universe, not a religion or dogma. The cosmic vibration, declared as OM, exists within and outside us. Human life is a precious chance within the cycle of rebirth. … read more »
Glory of god is endless (Ramayana)
The glory of God is endless and His divine play pervades the entire universe.Śiva is indescribable consciousness, liberation, beauty, and truth. Devotion to Śiva provides protection, as all forces are controlled by Him. The Vedas themselves cannot fully describe His glory. In satsaṅg, the sage Bharadvāja was overwhelmed with … read more »
Mind is a shadow of your body
The aim of all endeavor is self-realization, to escape the cycle of rebirth.The true self is like limitless, indestructible space, while the individual self is a limited mixture of spirit and matter, bound by ego and ignorance. Suffering arises from this ignorance. All spiritual practice serves to inspire … read more »
Make order in your life
The discipline of viveka, or discernment, is essential for ordering the mind and life.Viveka is the common sense to know what to do and when. One must listen carefully and logically understand each instruction. Discipline is required in thinking, understanding, receiving, and perceiving. Use viveka to filter thoughts and … read more »
Life is a change
Concentrate on your sādhanā, for time is impermanent.Compare your practice over the past year honestly; your body and aura reveal the truth. Time is lost if not used. Everything changes: health, happiness, and destiny. From king to beggar, beggar to king—such is time's … read more »
Be a diamond
Spiritual development depends on inner discipline and overcoming negative tendencies.Our karmic destiny contains both positive and negative patterns; progress is determined by which tendencies we support. External circumstances influence us, but growth stems from nurturing inherent spiritual qualities like generosity and humility. These qualities are … read more »
Mahaprabhuji is endless joy
Worldly joy is fleeting and contains hidden sorrow, but divine joy is endless.Human happiness is brief and intertwined with suffering, for every gain conceals equal or greater pain. Only the Supreme One's joy is boundless. An incarnate liberator provides a living refuge beyond scriptures. Merely reading teachings without … read more »
Science of chakras
Yoga is the union of individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness, achieved through harmony and balance.The cosmic energy governs the universe, and this principle of union was discovered by ancient yogis. The individual soul is a spark of the divine light, present in all life. We originate from the cosmic sound … read more »
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 … read more »
Build your intellect supportive
A clear aim is essential to prevent the intellect from becoming a destructive distraction.Without a definite purpose, the mind wavers among endless possibilities, changing direction with every new suggestion. This lack of clarity makes one susceptible to external influences and gossip, which act like poison, spoiling spiritual practice as … read more »
Everything is in your hands
The initiation of eight sannyāsīs was a highlight.The Master decides readiness; these were not easy individuals, each a long effort to guide. One is profoundly honest, immediately embodying the role. Another prepared for decades through hardship. Three were from Australia, one from Israel, … read more »