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Monday is the day of Bhagwan Shiva
Monday is Śiva's day, a key time for fasting and discipline.Our lives are governed by the sun, moon, and stars. The moon is Śiva. Monday begins our week. Different cultures have made different days holy or free, often losing the original discipline. We have lost the … read more »
A Guide to Yogic Living: Diet, Practice, and Tradition
A balanced yogic life integrates diet, practice, and authentic tradition.Eat until full, focusing on vegetables and salads, with minimal grains and oils. Do not eliminate salt; intake may increase with age. Boil water overnight to remove impurities. Practice āsanas like sarvahitāsana consistently for health, not … read more »
The Sanctity of the Guru and the Guru Paramparā
The sanctity of the Guru and the lineage is paramount.We adore all great saints globally, yet one's own Guru is singular, like one's real mother and father. You cannot take your Guru and go to another; that breaks the tradition. Humans are not animals; we … read more »
Guru and disciple in Kaliyuga
The Guru's operation is purification in the Kali Yuga.We live in the Kali Yuga, a time of collective negative karma manifesting as destruction and catastrophe. Each individual carries these Kali Yuga karmas and qualities. The Guru incarnates into these polluted conditions to help purify … read more »
The Way Of Karma Yoga
Karma Yoga is the primary spiritual path of selfless service, leading to purification and divine connection.Voluntary service to alleviate suffering, such as feeding the hungry, is foundational. The highest form is Gurusevā, serving the guru's mission to dispel the root ignorance causing all suffering. This practice purifies the inner being and … read more »
Yagya, the sacred fire
Yajña is an eternal fiery ritual of sacrifice that maintains harmony with cosmic forces.The universe itself arose from a primordial sacrifice, and the world is sustained by it. This ritual restores balance among the five elements—earth, water, air, space, and fire—which compose our bodies and the cosmos. The external … read more »
Is Yoga a religion?
The path is the realization of oneness beyond all religious distinctions.We live in a world of duality, yet the ultimate truth is non-dual. Different religions appear on the surface, with unique rituals and histories, but their outer forms often obscure a shared inner essence. This essence … read more »
Mana Saba Khoyo Re - Bhajan
Satsanga uplifts spiritual energy, while kusanga brings it down.Satsanga unites and leads to oneness; kusanga divides and leads to duality. The shelter of the Guru is entered at mantra initiation, a moment of mutual commitment. The Guru promises to guide until the aim is … read more »
Omkar Mantra Ka Bhajan
Aum is the divine name, the light, prāṇa, and the trinity in one.Singing Aum purifies the atmosphere and illuminates the inner space. The sound originates in the navel, rises to the throat, and is articulated at the lips, causing a vibration in the head that reaches the Ājñā … read more »
The heritage of Vedas V
The Atharvaveda concludes the Vedic Saṁhitās, pertaining to worldly life and rituals.It is named for the Atharvan priests, descendants of Atarvan who brought fire. Revealed by the Atharvans and A giras ṛṣis, it contains 20 books with mantras for ceremonies, healing, and prosperity. Some schools consider only … read more »
The heritage of Vedas IV
The Vedas are the foundational knowledge, structured into four collections: the Ṛgveda, Yajurveda, Sāmaveda, and Atharvaveda.Each Veda has four parts: the Saṃhitās, Brāhmaṇas, Āraṇyakas, and Upaniṣads. These correspond to the four stages of human life: student, householder, forest-dweller, and renunciant. Originally one, the Veda was divided by the sage Vedavyāsa for … read more »
Om Vishwa Guru Deep Hindu Mandir in Czech Republic
The essence of spiritual steadfastness is inner development, not titles or travel.Self-confidence is foundational; without it, motivation fails and the future dims. The science of yoga, given by Śiva, leads to higher consciousness. A realized sādhu, like a deep ocean or the sun, provides light while remaining … read more »
The health of the bones
Holy water is a gift of purification for all occasions, representing positive thought and clean energy.Physical and mental dust are constant, requiring regular cleansing like washing the hands. The body's skin is a sensitive, self-cleaning organ that must be cared for naturally. Avoid artificial products like commercial creams, lipsticks, and soaps … read more »
How to think of black magic
Fear is an illusion created and exploited by those claiming power over magic and ghosts.People are frightened by tales of black magic and spirits. Many claim they can remove such curses. If you believe in God, then trust that God provides only good. Yet, some seek power for money and … read more »
How to sing Bhajan correctly
Control is the foundation of spiritual practice.Moment-to-moment control of the senses and mind is essential. In group singing, follow the lead singers precisely; do not sing out of turn. This discipline trains control. Lack of control disturbs the peace of satsa g … read more »
How to become a Sanyas
The path of sannyāsa is an authentic inner transformation, not merely adopting external dress.True renunciation requires the color of the dress to be within the heart, marking the beginning of real practice. Modern life presents many distractions, from transient relationships to complex societal systems that obscure the eternal. The … read more »
Meeting of the past and present
This gathering marks the transition of time, where the past meets the present and an unknown future is born.The moment of midnight symbolizes a new beginning, a child arriving. The true lesson concerns how to navigate this passage. Obsession with the past is dangerous and can pull one down. Fixation on an unseen future … read more »
Christmas satsang in Strilky
A Christmas reflection on blessing, non-violence, and divine victory.Blessing is immortal, unchanged across all ages. We gather to contemplate divinity and the removal of negative karma. Many saints have appeared; today we remember Jesus. His birth brings a unity where no one is an … read more »
I am Shiva
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Every culture has its own way to celebrate the New Year. Beyond time and space there is Atma, the one without second, as it is explained in the bhajan Shivo Ham.
Welcoming the new year
Meditation with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.There are a lot of chemicals and wood in paper. We are causing pollution by using this paper in order to wrap presents. It’s important to learn and follow the ethical rules. Prayer has a strong … read more »
Practice yoga like a cosmic dance
Wellness is achieved through sattvic living and non-violence, beginning with non-violence towards oneself.Illness often stems from violating natural laws, particularly in diet. We must eat to live for perfect health, not live merely to eat. Ancient wisdom prescribes mantras to purify our atmosphere and bless our food, cultivating … read more »
Yoga, chakras and mantra
Yoga is the science of union and the balanced foundation of creation.Before creation, the five elements existed separately yet balanced in endless space, alongside universal consciousness. Harmonizing these principles is the first point. Creation begins from the primordial resonance, the sound Oṁ, which is everywhere and considered … read more »
Understand your Atma
The soul's path is confused by ancestral imbalance.Disrupted family lines create inner conflict, preventing the soul's straight journey. This confusion mirrors nature: water reclaims its path, birds follow ancestral routes, and grafted plants bear fruit but no fertile seed. Human life mirrors this; … read more »
Evening Satsang from Martin
A gentle yoga practice for the elderly is essential for health and happiness.The physical and spiritual aspects of yoga sustain a whole life. Offer free civic classes for the elderly, bringing them joy and receiving their blessings. Practice simple movements while seated on a chair. Begin with slow … read more »
Blessing for Martin
This gathering celebrates the opening of a divine āśram and the shared work of the past year.A story is told of a miraculous cave where a voice warns that taking something leads to regret, yet taking nothing leads to greater regret. This mirrors the opportunity within a project; some participate more, some … read more »
Asana and Pranayama practice
Morning exercises and breathwork for physical ease and mental clarity.These movements are for the shoulders, back, spine, and hips. They are not difficult and bring relaxation. Maintain balance by keeping feet slightly apart if needed. Perform movements slowly, not quickly. Stretch upward to aid digestion. … read more »
What are we thinking about our being?
The soul is the sovereign ruler of the inner kingdom, the body.We are sinking in thoughts born from desire. Life grows shorter while we focus on the body. The soul ascends and descends, drawn to experience the world. In the womb, the soul is imprisoned, destined to … read more »
Full Moon Satsang from Strilky
The full moon brings immense power, sweetness to vegetation, and calmness through fasting.Fasting balances health and emotions, and is observed with a sa kalpa, a vow directed to the Divine Mother or Śaktis, who possess great destructive power. During Navarātrī, a nine-night fast with milk and fruits is … read more »
Oneness with All
Yoga is an infinite ocean containing all treasures and life.It is the single reality that unites all existence and leads to infinity, making one united with all. Humans search endlessly for their origin, purpose, and destination, yet no philosophy or material science can provide these … read more »
Moon and Mind
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.In reality, there is no sunrise or sunset - only the Earth is moving. It is said that the Moon is balancing the Earth. There are many different constellations. The Moon has a strong effect on … read more »
Importance of going to Satsang
Satsa g is the singular force that leads one upward.Human life is governed by two fundamental principles: uthāna, the path of development and ascent, and patana, the path of falling into destruction. These divergent paths originate from the company one keeps. Satsa g, the association … read more »
Words express our devotion
Today is the holy day of divine incarnation.We show respect by marking the divine coming to earth. Divine names like Śiva, Braṣmā, Viṣṇu, Rāma, Kṛṣṇa, and Jesus are short and sweet. These are glories given to the one reality. Titles like doctor or … read more »
Together with Holy Guruji
Today we celebrate the incarnation of our beloved Holy Gurujī.Holy Gurujī and Swamijī were one heart and one soul. Gurujī performed all actions with perfect order and was deeply loved by Mahāprabhujī. His presence remains in his room and in his footprints. Meeting him was … read more »
What the natural environment gives us
The blessing of pure earth and air nourishes human life.This ancient apple garden thrives without pesticides or contaminated water, its deep soil providing coolness and sustenance. Walking barefoot on this earth connects one to its energy and provides natural acupressure. The wind carries the essence … read more »
Practising Asanas
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Practising Asanas, led by Vishwaguruji. Including Trikonasana variations, Hasta Uttanasan and Bari Khatu Pranam.
Feelings between Guru and Disciple
True devotion is the internal source of all spiritual attainment.Devpurījī performed miracles through desireless grace, demonstrating that faith is complete immersion. A disciple's love is shown through reverence, as when a governor interrupted his meal for a guru's darśan, considering it supreme wealth. Teachings must … read more »
Heaven and Hell
Time is a human construct, yet it governs all life.Humans count seconds and years, but time does not count for us; it moves in cycles with the sun. No being is immortal, not even deities who have their appointed times in each age. A creator … read more »
How to Practice Anusthan
Anuṣṭhāna is a disciplined spiritual practice requiring strict adherence.A short retreat of five days is insufficient for profound attainment without proper conduct. The practice involves systematic purification of the subtle channels through specific breath techniques. Discipline extends beyond the practice hall to include regulated … read more »
We need purification
Purification requires sustained personal effort and grace, not mere ritual practice.Many perform techniques for decades without profound experience because inner work remains undone. The soul is like a cloth colored by worldly actions or divine name. Purification is an alchemical process requiring the heat of dedicated … read more »
The importance of healthy food
The key to sādhana begins with worship and humility toward the Gurudeva.The body is a complete creation, divided into four interdependent parts: the head as Brahmin, the arms as Kṣatriya, the trunk as Vaiśya providing nourishment, and the legs as Śūdra. This unity illustrates that no part … read more »
Do not kill
The light of the Supreme Self illuminates all.The Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna is a practice from the tradition involving 64 kriyās. All action is kriyā. The human instrument possesses five senses of knowledge and five of action. These senses provide information from the world. Every … read more »
Foundations of Yoga in Daily Life
Welcome to the ashram, a place for spiritual practice and international community.This castle ashram, donated by a devotee, is a historic site with a beautiful atmosphere. Practitioners from across the world gather here with the shared aim of Yoga in Daily Life, for the harmony of body, … read more »
Meditation from Strilky
Meditation is the practice of turning inward within a supportive natural environment.Close your eyes, hold your mala, and repeat your personal mantra. Sit straight and relax the entire body. Bring awareness to the natural breath, feeling the pure air. Remember the past week of practice and the … read more »
Tratak and Tilak
Trāṭak is concentration through gazing.Tilak is a mark of spiritual balance and wisdom. Trāṭak involves fixing the gaze on a single point, such as a candle flame, a dot, or the new moon. This practice develops concentration and inner clarity. … read more »
Satsang from Strilky
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
The Awakening of Inner Powers: Yoga in Daily Life
Yoga reveals the hidden powers within through five sheaths of human existence.The first is the physical body of nourishment, which is foundational. The second is the vital energy sheath, fueled by proper sustenance and diminished by substances like alcohol. The third is the mental sheath, possessing immense … read more »
We are the cause of Mahapralaya
Chant mantras for protection and purity.The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra safeguards you, especially while driving. Another mantra purifies the heart like a lotus opening at dawn. Regular recitation acts as an ointment for inner vision. Human actions are causing environmental destruction leading towards … read more »
Negative thoughts can destroy everything
The wisdom of Patañjali provides the foundation for Haṭha Yoga.Patañjali systematized yoga, teaching Aṣṭā ga Yoga to make the path simple. His core principle is "Ahiṃsā paramodharma," meaning non-violence is the highest duty. The ṛṣis of ancient times performed tapasyā in the forest, free from … read more »
Fire is God
The subject is the many forms of fire, from physical to spiritual.The fire for cooking is sacred, belonging to Annapūrṇā, the goddess of nourishment. The kitchen is her temple, requiring purity in thought and action. Respect the seeds of food, which are life. Another fire is within … read more »
Birds are feeling where their nest is
The practice of Śa khaprakṣālana requires proper guidance.This Haṭha Yoga technique cleanses the internal system, mimicking the conch's shape and the elephant's action of Kuñjalakriyā. Mastery is essential, as incorrect practice from mere imitation can cause harm. Not everyone is suitable; those with … read more »