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The Unity of the Path
The many paths of yoga converge into one ultimate destination of oneness.We gather from different directions but share a single spiritual center. The core truth is "Eko Brahma"—there is only one Brahman, the supreme reality within all. While many modern interpretations and books exist, often incorrect, we … read more »
We are different but we are one
Our lineage is an ancient spiritual reality connecting all humanity.Our ṛṣi lineage originates from Śiva in the Satyuga, a primordial era for the entire world. Early humans lived simply in nature, yet violence existed. Sacred knowledge, including yoga in its fullest sense, emerged from Himalayan … read more »
How can a yogi be succesfull?
The power of Haṭha Yoga is an inner connection, a perfected internal science.Modern technology allows instant global communication, a human achievement. Yet ancient yogis possessed this ability internally through mental techniques, sending pure messages without negative consequences. This entire science exists within the body, but remains unknown and … read more »
The stone will melt
The sky of the self is the ultimate goal, requiring complete merger into its purity.Achieving this is both simple and profoundly difficult. One must dissolve into that sky, just as water blends into milk. Many cannot understand this truth initially, just as many did not recognize divine figures like Krishna … read more »
A Gathering at the Mahāprabhū Dīp Satsaṅg
This ashram is a center for yoga, culture, and harmony.It is maintained by devotees and supports the local village. People visit from across Europe and beyond for its peaceful atmosphere, clean air, and spiritual education. We offer teachings on Sanskrit, Indian scriptures, and European culture, … read more »
Eating and cooking are important
Fasting is foremost a spiritual nourishment that purifies the body and mind.We often eat excessively and develop harmful habits like chewing tobacco or drinking alcohol, which cause disease. Governments profit from these vices while people suffer. True nourishment comes from controlling intake. Fasting allows the body to … read more »
Kena Upanishad
The Upaniṣads are the ultimate knowledge, Vedānta."Upaniṣad" means sitting near the Master, with a settled mind, to destroy ignorance. Brahman is the highest reality, the Absolute Self beyond qualities. The Kena Upaniṣad begins with the question "By whom?" It teaches that Brahman … read more »
Body liberation and moksha
The spiritual path requires moving beyond limited concepts of body and mind toward liberation.Conventional education is like a horse with blinders, seeing only straight ahead. People often seek fulfillment in material things, like a shopper who cannot bring home only bread. Physical techniques are important but are like a … read more »
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 yogic life integrates diet, practice, and authentic tradition.Eat until full, focusing on vegetables, salad, and simple soups with minimal oil and necessary salt. Boil water overnight to purify it. Progress slowly into this diet over a year. Combine it with foundational āsanas like … 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 »
The Oneness of Guru and Disciple
The oneness of Guru and disciple is the fundamental reality.Physical separation is an illusion. The connection is of the soul, not the body. Just as fish are one with the ocean, the disciple is one with the Guru. This unity persists regardless of physical location … read more »
The Path of Ālak Purī and the Sacred Rivers
The lineage originates from Śrī Ālak Purījī and extends from the Satya Yuga into the present Kali Yuga.We receive light and blessings from the Ālak Purījīs, who reside in astral form in the Himālaya. Finding this path is like using a navigator; we must proceed correctly or risk becoming lost. My Gurudev guides … read more »
Prosperity brings purificationi
The essence of mantra and inner light is devotion and inner realization.A mantra like "Oṁ Namaḥ" means bowing down to the divine, encompassing all. The word "Prabhu" is a humble name for God, filled with love. "Śrī" represents prosperity and purity, not merely wealth. The inner light, … read more »
Disciplined practicing is important
The resonance of Oṁ and the discipline of Kriyā Yoga form the foundation of practice.Oṁ is the primordial sound, a vibration that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit. Our spiritual journey involves our entire being, from our origin as an eternal soul. This process is like a seed growing into a … read more »
Sri Guru Atma
Our true nature is the oneness of the inner sky, which is our eternal Self.Physical separation is overcome through spiritual connection and technology, keeping us united in practice. The essence of the Guru and the divine is within us, as expressed in a sacred prayer. This prayer reveals the Guru's … read more »
The Kingdom of Sri Alakhpuriji
Our spiritual lineage is a living river from an ancient source.We adore our roots from the Satyuga and great saints like Ālāpurījī. This path is like the Alaknanda River, flowing powerfully from the Ālakpurījī glaciers. The Pāṇḍavas, over 5,000 years ago, journeyed toward the Himalayas on … read more »
Life is Eternal
The Guru lineage is one, connecting the inner self to the eternal.Physical travel and separation are temporary, while spiritual connection is constant. The body is a temporary vessel; the eternal soul resides within it but is not bound to it. Attachment to the physical leads to suffering. … read more »
The principle of non-violence
A recent global illness was a lesson for humanity alone.This disease did not affect birds, insects, or animals. Humans slaughter creatures, destroy forests, and pollute waters. Many were asked if pure vegetarian practitioners were affected; they were not. The pandemic forced families to reunite and … read more »
Mataji was pure form of Love
Celebration of Matajis Mahasamadhi from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Swami Avatarpuriji, Swami Yogeshpuriji, and the following speakers' share some of their experiences with Vishwaguruji's Divine Mother. Singing Bhajans.
Purity and clarity
The sanctity of daily practice is found in mindful compassion and ritual.Amāvasyā is a holy day for sādhanā. Many perform acts like offering water to plants and feeding ants. We must not kill ants; they are thirsty and hungry. Fasting is not starvation but a disciplined remembrance, … read more »
Morning excercise from Jadan
Yoga is a universal science for human health, harmony, and connection to the cosmic Self.It is practiced globally through postures, breathwork, and meditation. We gather to practice these techniques together. The session includes physical movements like Sarvahitāsana, focusing on stretching and rotation, followed by breathing exercises such as Agnisāra kriyā, … read more »
Advice for Dark Sun
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Lucky are we all, that Gurudev gave us immense knowledge, peace, and harmony. We are preparing ourselves whole year for Gurupurnima. Some people saying Sun is a God, others have a different opinion. We can feel … read more »
Learning from the Master is important
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Yoga has many branches and technics like karma yoga, and bhakti yoga. We need a practice given by the Guru. Proper learning from the Master is important. Singing Bhajans.
Preparation for Gurupurnima
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Singing Bhajans. The best way for a Human to reach Brahmaloka or Cosmic Consciousness is Yoga. Bhaj means to meditate on Gurudev, repeat the mantra day and night. The mind (Man) is very restless, Mantra gives … read more »
Interview with Vishwaguruji
Spiritual development depends on parental guidance and the master's influence.Parents filled with love and spirituality teach about God and the Master's will. Being with holy saints from childhood fosters a nature inclined toward purity. The master imparts knowledge through everyday conduct, not formal lectures. This … read more »
Gurupurnima
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Guest M. M. Swami Vishweshwarananad Giri Ji. Every new day is a great day. We are very close to the Gurupurnima. The speech of His Holiness Mahamandaleshwar Vishweshwaranand Giri Ji Maharaj who visited Om Ashram. Explanation … read more »
Devotion to Gurudev
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.When Guru is telling you something, you should pay attention. Every single word is like a drop of the nectar. What we should do on Gurupurnima? Firstly we should fast. Express your love and devotion to … read more »
Practice leads to the development
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.We are not connected to the time. There is only oneness in the oneness. The best way is yoga. Do not meditate on outer things. The development will come by practicing. Shiva puja gives calmness. It … read more »
Mantra is in the Hearth
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.We should give up selfish thinking like I am the best. The story of Abhymanju gives an example of the qualities of a disciple. Jealous means burning fire in the body. Mantra within our hearth, even … read more »
Be with your Guru
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Singing bhajan Guru Sa Bina, and more. Holy Guruji used to say: if you want to make a bhajan, words should be like pearls from the ocean. The melody should be like a beautiful thread. On … read more »
Sing Bhajans Always
The power of devotional song surpasses intellectual discourse.Bhajan harmonizes the five elemental principles within every being, creating a universal vibration beyond language. Lectures are beneficial, but the clarity of bhajan is unique. Pride is the great peril. A humble king, ensuring no one … read more »
Guru Bhakti and Guru Mahima
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.I learned Guru Bhakti and Satsang near Holy Guruji and Vishwaguruji. Krishna is the Guru, God in the human form. When bhaktas are in trouble God incarnates to protect them. If we go to Satsang Gurudev … read more »
Practice according to your path
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.In many countries, the disease disappeared or controlled. Now summertime is coming. The 21st of June is the day of Yoga. You should practice yoga according to your Gurus and schools on this day. Every path … read more »
Different Paths of Yoga
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Bhajan singing. Without Bhakti we can't go forward. Serving animals means to protect the forest. We are in the form of human. Bhagwan Krishna explains eighteen paths of yoga and there are many others. Finally, these … read more »
Nabhi is Like a Seed
The path of prāṇa through the centers leads to the real prāṇa and yoga nidrā.This knowledge requires the guru's grace; book knowledge alone is dry. The nectar flows from the bindu into the iḍā and pi galā nāḍīs. Other religious paths are valid for their followers, but here we see … read more »
Sleeping of a Yogi
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Sri Mahaprabhuji wrote a book of bhajans that was stolen and published under his name. My name is not important but the content- said Sri Mahaprabhuji. A story about the Banjan tree in Khatu Ashram. Explanation … read more »
Life is Soul
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Bhaktas get peace and happiness when they have Guru Vakya, the words of the Guru. Our root is Sri Alakhpuriji. Where life is there is Soul. That Soul is equal in all of us.
We are all Brahman
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.After having mantra from Mahaprabuji first Holy Guruji was doing seva, then starting to give Satsangs. Sat Sanatana Dharma is for all creatures. It is coming from the wisdom of the Sapta Rishis. Shankarajarya said we … read more »
Union with the Ocean
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.We shall make a beautiful picture of our Gurus and sing a prayer for Their blessing. Pilots are following pictures of the radar when landing, similarly, if we can have an inner knowledge that guides us. … read more »
Awareness leads to a great result
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Who is doing Sadhana with awareness will reach many things. Three forms of awareness join in one thread of the Rudraksh. Rudraksh means Shiva. Mother always taking care of the child. Birds, horses are also aware. … read more »
We need purification
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.We have immense energy in the bodies. We need purification within us. Until that nothing will happen. We are chanting the names of divine incarnations. Don't be proud of you or what you did. Respect and … read more »
We are worshipping the living God
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.There are many problems is in families. Many people would like to live in peace, but others are causing trouble. We shouldn't react negatively. When you are angry about someone think over and wait. We are … read more »
The best ways of learning
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.The word Bhaj means devotion. Doha means two. The first row is asking a question, the second row is answering. This is the best way to learn for the spiritual aspirant. Drama with poems is also … read more »
The Jiva and the Universe
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Singing Hanuman Chalisa and Satguru Chalisa. There are lots o thoughts, feelings in the mind, balanced or unbalanced. The human can ask the question: from where I am coming, where I will go, who am I? … read more »
Examples of yogic power and awareness
Spirituality is one, transcending all nations and forms.Many great yogis and spiritual masters exist in all countries, not only in India. A story illustrates this: a yogi in Czechoslovakia healed a deep cut on a disciple's hand instantly through yogic power. Spiritual power … read more »
A good education is important
Discipline and care are the foundation of a clean, respectful, and responsible spiritual community.Our ashram and school require order. Buses and property are being damaged by carelessness. Teachers, drivers, helpers, and students must all take responsibility. A system is needed: pay a deposit in advance for potential damages; it … read more »