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The Form Of God Is Sound
Summer seminar in Strilky with Swami Gajanand.Nada Yoga. Sound or vibration is the form of God. Mantra is a vibration and was already there before we got it from the master. The name of God is the essence of the mantra.
Creation Through OM
A morning satsang discourse on the sacred symbol Oṁ, wisdom, and spiritual practice."Oṁ is the origin. Everything began with that sound, Oṁ." "Your wisdom is your Lakṣmī, your wealth. This visible, movable, and immovable wealth, anyone can take away from you. But what is in your knowledge, no … read more »
We All Together Care
Summer seminar in Strilky.In past times, Yogis have lived near the water.Water is life and one could drink the water from everywhere. All the water was natural and very clean. Not only this but many other things in nature … read more »
Self- Realization Is A Very High Level
An opening address for a one-week spiritual retreat, blending practical announcements with teachings on karma, self-realization, and divine grace."Human life is very rare... God told the human, 'You have freedom.' ... But now I will not take responsibility. I gave you the most powerful tool." "Self-realization is just the beginning of a chapter to … read more »
The Four Pillars of Life and the Nature of Dharma
A concluding satsang on the four pillars of life and spiritual practice."Human life has four strong pillars. These pillars should be solid. To achieve your life goal, human life as family life, social life, working life, and spiritual life must all be in balance." "Dharma rakṣita rakṣitaḥ. … read more »
Curtain Of Ignorance
Removing ignorance is called avaran.Avaran is a layer on our consciousness and means blindness, darkness. An obstacle which is like a curtain and it needs to be removed. How to remove? The only way is knowledge. Until it is not … read more »
Sadhana Means Period Of Practice
Sadhana is the dedicated time we practice.Meditation only is not enough. As long as our body is living, we can do our sadhana. We should be healthy, therefore we need to take care of our nourishment, doing asanas and pranayamas. Gentle movements … read more »
Controlling the Activities Of The Mind
A morning satsang on mastering the mind, the nature of mental fluctuations (vṛttis), and the path to purity."Meditation with mantra is the key to Brahmavidyā. Meditation harmonizes all the energy in the body, tranquilizing our brain activities, which also means the reduction of unnecessary vṛttis." "You have immense spirituality in practice, but one … read more »
Self Realization Is Not The End
An evening satsang on the path beyond self-realization."After the self-realization, still remains something that's called brahmajñāna. Self-realization is the one step before the last to Brahmajñāna." "Gurū Dev said, 'Mahesh, self-realization means now begins the hard work.'" Swami Maheshwarananda (Swamiji) addresses disciples, clarifying … read more »
Appearing Of Jyotirlingam
Morning lecture from summer seminar in Strilky Ashram.Jyotirlinga are shrines where Lord Shiva is worshiped in the form of a Jyotirlingam. There are twelve traditional Jyotirlinga shrines in India and Dwardash Jyotirlinga is the embodiment of all 12 Jyotirlingam found in India. Swamiji … read more »
Sataguru Jaga Me Aya Mera
A devotional song (bhajan) celebrating the arrival and grace of the Satguru."My Satguru has come into the world, my mind has found its goal, my heart is filled with joy." "He gave the So'ham śabda, the sound of 'I am That.' He did not frighten me with … read more »
Bhajans Contain A Great Teaching
Morning lecture from Strilky ashram with Swami Gajanand.Classical Yoga techniques are not man made, they are coming from a divine source. Bhajans are not only spiritual songs, they contain the teaching of self - realized masters and are counted to higher Yoga practices. … read more »
Invisible Guru Teaching
Evening Satsang from Strilky ashram.Sadhvi Savitri shares her own experience when she met Swamiji for the first time.
Sanskrit Is A Divine Language
A discourse on the divine nature and historical significance of the Sanskrit language."Sanskrit is a perfect tool for people with a restless or unsorted mind; it is one of the tools that can help sort out their mind and thoughts." "To study Sanskrit means to study the language … read more »
Pain Of Separation Is A Driving Force
A satsang discourse on spiritual discontent and the search for the true Self."Pain is normal, and suffering in life is an option. So suffering is an option for everybody. It is one's own decision." "We come to satsa g because satsa g is the biggest painkiller... And real … read more »
Tapasya Is A Way To Purification
An evening satsang addressing the unexpected absence of the guru, Swāmījī, framing it as a spiritual test and teaching on acceptance and discipline."Swāmījī didn't give us any information... I would see this as a training." "The essence of Swāmījī's teaching for me is in three simple words: Accept, understand, and give." Swami Gajanan, addressing the seminar attendees, explains … read more »
Samadhi
Yoga in Daily Life summer seminar, Strilky CZ.There are different states and levels of Samadhi. Nindra Samadhi, the sleep, Laya Samadhi, trance, Dhyana Samadhi, meditation and Turiya Samadhi, which is divided in two levels, in Sabija Samadhi and Nirbija Samadhi. In Sabija Samadhi … read more »
Three Kinds Of Sadhana
A farewell discourse and teaching session held outdoors at a summer retreat."Sādhanā is good to do with a group. We have three different kinds of sādhanās." "In the satsa gs, we cannot teach what we are teaching here. There are theories." The speaker concludes a program from … read more »
Children Program
Yoga in Daily Life summer seminar, Strilky CZ.Children group performs bhajans, mantras and play stories from the Lila Amrit.
Ayurveda and Yoga Goes Hand In Hand
Yoga in Daily Life summer seminar, Strilky CZ.Lecture of Muktamani, Vienna, about Ayurveda with particular focus on healthy nourishment. Swamiji: Ayurveda and yoga goes together. Our yoga practice will not be successful if we do not eat according to Ayurvedic principles. On the … read more »
Knowledge Is Our Best Wealth
A satsang discourse on Brahmavidyā, spiritual study, and the nature of reality."Where is the problem? Holy Gurujī said, 'Of course, you are always right. But, there is no but. In you, but it is ignorance.'" "Vidyā is learning; learning is a practice, abhyāsa. As long as you … read more »
Morning Satsang From Srilky
Morning Satsang with Swami Gajanandji
We Cannot Deny Guru Principle
A discourse explaining the spiritual significance of Guru Pūrṇimā."There are two kinds of explanation about Guru Pūrṇimā. The first is that when, for the first time, the Earth emerged from the water, and the first light of the sun and moon was experienced by … read more »
The Sun, the Moon, and the Vajra Nāḍī
A spiritual discourse on mantra, nāḍīs, and advanced Kriyā practices."Chant loudly. If the sound lacks prāṇa and doesn't even reach my heart, how will it reach the moon?" "Do not underestimate the three techniques from today and yesterday; they are very important. The first is … read more »
Dharma Is An Universal Principle
A morning satsang on universal dharma, the nature of spiritual teaching, and self-knowledge."To become a teacher of yoga is more time-consuming and difficult than becoming a doctor, because yoga is the science of body, mind, consciousness, and more." "Dharma rakshita rakshita: 'If you protect dharma, dharma will protect … read more »
Amavasya - Moon Darshan
Strilky,Czech Republic.The new moon day is called Amavasya. It has a great spiritual meaning in Hindu tradition. An Amavasya, falling on a Monday, has a very special significance. It is a day of fasting and many important … read more »
Science Of Prana And Pranayama
A morning satsang on prāṇa, the kośas, and spiritual preparation."Prāṇa is an energy which turns the negative into positive." "The secret of the Brahmajñāna is hidden in the science of prāṇāyāma." Swamiji addresses attendees at a spiritual retreat, explaining the nature of prāṇa (life force) … read more »
Prana Is King Of Our Life
Yoga in Daily Life summer seminar, Strilky CZ.To create a human body many different forces have to come together and to work together. It is a wonder of God. He himself is speaking in this body. This secret can reveal only Gurudev. Brahma, … read more »
Purify The Karmic Layers
An opening discourse for a spiritual retreat seminar on destiny, karma, and the human journey."Destiny is the production of the actions, the karma." "God gave us freedom to do the karma. But he didn't give us the freedom to harvest the fruits of the karma." Swami begins the retreat with … read more »
Learning Has No End
A spiritual discourse on the preparation for life and the pursuit of ultimate knowledge."Always, you will find something new to learn. This life is a school. It is a lifelong practice." "When this Jīvātmā, this soul, descends from the space... who knows after how many births we were given … read more »
Yama and Niyama (10) Ishvara Pranidhana
A discourse on the tenth niyama, Īśvara Praṇidhāna, or surrender to God."Īśvara Praṇidhāna is one technique which can lead straight away to samādhi." "The perfect practice of the yama and niyama principles itself can be a shortcut, a yoga path leading straight to the goal." A teacher … read more »
Yama and Niyama (9) Svadhyaya - self study
A discourse on the threefold practice of svādhyāya from the Yoga Sūtras."True study involves reading, contemplating, and meditating upon the material to understand its personal application." "The deepest svādhyāya is the study of this divine Self, a meditation on the question 'Who am I?'" The speaker explains … read more »
Yama and Niyama (8) Tapas - self discipline
A satsang discourse on the Niyama of tapas, or spiritual austerity."Tapas comes from tap, which means fire or heat. The principle of fire? When you put something dirty into the fire, it burns." "The difference is that you choose it. You do it voluntarily as a … read more »
Yama and Niyama (7) Santosha - contentment
A discourse on the spiritual principle of contentment (Santoṣa)."Santosh means, 'I am satisfied.' Full stop. Not, 'I am satisfied because of something,' but simply, 'I am satisfied.'" "The yogic way is just the opposite; we try to come out of this [cycle of desire … read more »
Yama and Niyama (6) Shauca - purity
Swami Gajanandji's lecture series in Strilky on "The 10 Yamas and Niyamas" (from Patanjali's Yogasutras) - part 6: Shauca - purity
Yama and Niyama (5) Aparigraha - non possessiveness
A lecture on the yogic principle of Aparigraha, or non-possessiveness."Aparigraha speaks about our attitude towards our possessions. We could express it like this: do not allow your possessions to possess you." "Our world has enough for everyone's need, but not for everyone's greed." Swami Pramananda … read more »
Yama and Niyama (4) Brahmacharya
A discourse on the yama of Brahmacarya, exploring its traditional meaning and modern application."Brahmacarya: Brahm and Ācārya together would mean directing our activity toward Brahm. It means thinking on Brahm, having Brahm direct our life." "When one is established in Brahmacarya, spiritual energy (vīrya) is acquired." The teacher leads … read more »
Yama and Niyama (3) Asteya - non stealing
A discourse on the yogic principle of Asteya, or non-stealing."If you enter a shop pretending to be a customer but actually intend to steal, you violate both principles. You harm the shopkeeper by causing a loss, and you are untruthful by pretending to have an … read more »
Yama and Niyama (2) Satya - truthfulness
A discourse on the spiritual principle of Satya, or truthfulness."Every lie creates unnecessary complications, leading to a chain of follow-up lies, resulting in increasing entanglement." "The truth is what helps. The truth is what this disciple, at this moment, needs and can digest." The speaker … read more »
Yama and Niyama (1) Ahimsa - non violence
Swami Gajanandji's lecture series in Strilky on "The 10 Yamas and Niyamas" (from Patanjali's Yogasutras) - part 1: Ahimsa
Program from Bratislava
Swamiji's Lecture and Satsang in Bratislava, Slovakia
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
A spiritual discourse using parables and poetry to illustrate the dangers of ego and the essence of true humility."If you are great, bigger, spiritual, then you should be more helpful." "Through humility, you get the great things. If you try to make yourself become like a great one, then you are very far from … read more »
Bless All - Don't Curse
A spiritual discourse on inner inquiry, blessings, and curses."The problem is not whether you practice or not. The problem is within you, and the solution is within you." "Blessing can change everything... So bless all, do not curse anyone." The lecturer addresses the morning … read more »
Experience Of Self Realization
Evening Satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.It is given free to the humans, to know the Self. To become one with the Self. The Self which is the entire Universe. Other creatures have a destiny. Their destiny are the fruits of their … read more »
Victory Of The Divine
A spiritual discourse on divine presence, ethics, and the nature of the soul."All are the light of God. And from time to time, God comes and looks after them personally." "Sin is the result of causing pain to others, to all creatures: physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, social, political, … read more »
Mantra Anusthana
An opening talk for a spiritual retreat (Anuṣṭhāna) on inner purification and renewal."Ekāntavās means we come somewhere to a rehabilitation center... where you practice your meditation, your mantra, your āsanas, and you relax." "Gandhijī said very clearly, 'We hate the sins, but we don’t hate the sinner.'" Swami … read more »
Mahashivaratri Celebration by Czech Hindu Religious Society, Prague
Maha Shivaratri is one of the most important Hindu festivals.This festive evening was organized by the Czech Hindu Religious Society with its president Mr. Vivek Ojha and Mr. Govind Rajpoot. Invited as special guest, Paramhans Sri Swami Maheshwarananda, founder of Yoga In Daily Life system. … read more »
Purification Of Body And Energy
A spiritual discourse on Mahāśivarātri exploring the universal body of Śiva and the purification of energy."Our entire Earth, which we call the biggest planet, is a tiny, tiny cell of Śiva's body. So Shiva is the universe." "Therefore, the science of prāṇa is there. Prāṇāyāma has a very positive, very healthy, … read more »
Final Essence Of The Teachings
Evening satsang of Maha Shivaratri weekend seminar in Strilky, Czech Republic.Shiva is the first in the entire Universe. Shiva is the Lord of Yoga. All science comes from Shiva. The spirituality of yoga, the bandhas, mantras, yantras, tantras - all spiritual science is his manifestation. If … read more »