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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?
Haṭha Yoga is a path to inner power and divine encounter.Haṭha Yoga is not physical exercise. The body is necessary for attainment. Perfection comes through oneness with all beings. Inner techniques control the body. These draw from the five elements. A Haṭha Yogī sits within the … 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 contain the ultimate knowledge, Vedānta.The term means to sit near the Master, signifying the disciple's reverent mental settling to destroy ignorance. Brahman is the highest Self, pure being beyond qualities. The Kena Upaniṣad asks, "By whom?" It teaches that Brahman … read more »
Body liberation and moksha
Beyond body and mind lies true liberation.Physical techniques are important but will not take you further. The body is like a car; at the destination you leave it. Within the body is something that wants to go to the highest. Body and … 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 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 »
Puja for Gurupurnima from Jadan
The Guru is the supreme reality and the sole source of liberation.The ceremony is an act of worship to that principle. The ritual involves purification, mantra chanting, and offerings to the divine. The Guru is visualized as the remover of all obstacles. Devotion is expressed through the … 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 is the inner light of devotion and self-surrender.A mantra like "Oṁ Namaḥ" signifies bowing down to the divine in all. This act opens the heart and purifies. The inner light, or prakāś, is not a physical light but a transcendent illumination within the … 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
Today is the Mahasamadhi day of the divine mother, Sadhvi Shri Purnanand Bhartiji.She was a synonym of love. A child brought here at six hours old was first held by her. She sat under the neem tree near the Shiva temple, doing her mala. She always had prasada. … read more »
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
The dark moon is a period for inner purification and mindful practice.Guru Pūrṇimā is a day of spiritual accounting, assessing one's practice and blessings. Celestial events like the dark moon affect the body and consciousness subtly, as do invisible diseases. This influence necessitates purification. Wash your body, … read more »
Learning from the Master is important
The path of yoga demands a living master.Yoga extends far beyond physical practice. Perfection requires the practice given by the Guru. Without this, one remains incomplete. It is like seeking a diploma without attending university. Sanātana Dharma is eternal and unchanging. Other faiths … read more »
Preparation for Gurupurnima
The path to Brahmaloka requires purification of thoughts and deeds.The best for a human is to attain cosmic consciousness and reach Brahmaloka. Various yoga techniques exist; whatever is done with body, mind, and energy is yoga. The highest meditation is silent mantra repetition after chanting … 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
The glory of Guru Pūrṇimā and sacred fellowship is celebrated.This day honors the Guru, who is the source of knowledge and tradition. The Guru principle is everywhere, not confined to one place. In this time of global difficulty, devotees should meditate on their Guru at … read more »
Devotion to Gurudev
The path of Guru Bhakti and the observance of Guru Pūrṇimā.Pay complete attention to the Guru’s words, absorbing every syllable as nectar. Practice the guru-given mantra or mālā without interruption, regarding it as essential as daily hygiene. Never question the Guru; the Guru’s word is absolute … read more »
Practice leads to the development
Time is an illusion obscuring the ultimate oneness.We measure life by sun and moon, yet are disconnected from time's true nature. This running has no destination, neither here nor there. That state is Parabrahma, Paramātmā, Ātmā. We are tied to time and thus … read more »
Mantra is in the Hearth
The path to realization requires surrendering the ego's claim to achievement.A sage constantly rebuilds his hut, finding purpose in the karma of work itself. A young disciple, Abhimanyu, seeks refuge with a strict Rishi. The Guru tests him through severe neglect, denying food, water, and shelter. … read more »
Be with your Guru
The essence of true spiritual transmission is carried in the bhajan, a pearl on the thread of voice, passing between master and disciple.A bhajan’s words are pearls from the ocean, and the voice is a fine thread. That pearl passes directly, without division, as a gift from master to disciple. The disciple then becomes master, offering pearl to … read more »
Atma
The nature of Ātmā, the path of Uṭhān and Patan, and the awakening of Kuṇḍalinī Śakti.Ātmā is the same quality in all 8.4 million creations—an ant, an elephant, a human—just as a tiny fire stick and a vast forest fire share the same essence. This Ātmā is not separate from Paramātmā. … read more »
Sing Bhajans Always
The power of bhajan surpasses intellectual discourse through vibrational harmony in the five elements.Bhajan enters every being because its tune balances the five tattvas into oneness. Lectures convey information, but bhajan transmits clarity even when words are lost. Through months of humble singing, no disease touched the community. Ego … read more »
Guru Bhakti and Guru Mahima
The glory of the Guru and Satsa g is paramount.The Guru is identical to God. Divine incarnations manifest to protect righteousness and re-establish Dharma. The Guru removes the disciple's ignorance and bestows divine light. Satsa g is the company of truth. It acts as a … read more »
Practice according to your path
Yoga is the practice of union and the honoring of the guru.Yoga Day is marked on June 21st, introduced by Prime Minister Modi. Yoga means union, a coming together of elements. The body is a yoga of diverse components requiring health. Unity arises from integrating physical, mental, … read more »
Different Paths of Yoga
The one path of yoga integrates all practices into a singular journey toward the Self.Many paths exist, but the essence is one. True bhakti is not mere ritual; it is selfless service to all life, recognizing the divine within every creature. Humans have passed through countless lives, but the past … read more »
Nabhi is Like a Seed
The path of prāṇa and the seven sages is revealed through the guru's grace, not dry knowledge.True understanding flows from the bindu as nectar into the nāḍīs. Many seek truth through religion, like searching for water behind a rock, yet the living God is found within. The jīva is a drop from … read more »
Sleeping of a Yogi
Yogī Janakī Yoga Nidrā is the rare yogi’s awakened sleep, a state beyond waking, dreaming, and deep sleep.Yoga Nidrā arises when a yogi is free of tension, anger, and tiredness. In that sleep, waking, dreaming, and deep sleep merge into oneness. The body rests, yet inner awareness remains fully awake. Such a yogi … read more »
Rishis
Every day holds spiritual significance, and discipline is the foundation of practice.Specific days within a month are designated for worship. Fasting purifies the body and allows it to tap into cosmic energy. Worship acknowledges the divine presence from the very origin of life. The science of Jyotiṣa … read more »
Life is Soul
The essence of devotion is found in following the Guru's words, which brings peace and harmony.The lineage originates from Alakh Purījī, who is inseparable from Śiva. One should not speak or chant excessively. A story tells of a Brahmin who constantly chanted God's name and a farmer who worked and remembered … read more »
We are all Brahman
The Mantra of Purification and the Four Stages of Life Spiritual knowledge arises through Guru’s grace, realized within the disciple.The Saptarṣis, the seven stars, embody Sanātana Dharma, which teaches love and protection for all creatures, not eating them. Vegetation too has value; every plant serves a purpose, as a disciple of Cārakya discovered. The path … read more »
Union with the Ocean
Everything is within us.Everything we have is within our self, even the body. All beauty and blessings come from within. When we receive a message, it goes inside and then we give it out from within. Thus, all expression … read more »
Awareness leads to a great result
Awareness is the first step to achievement, manifesting in three states: Jagrata, Suṣupta, and Svapna.These states are connected like beads on a rudrākṣa mālā. The mālā has 108 beads plus a Sumeru bead, representing the peak. The number 108 reduces to nine, the fundamental number in spiritual counting, mirroring the … read more »
We need purification
Purification is essential for spiritual progress, as an unpurified life yields no lasting fruit.Every spoken word fills one's being with energy. True practitioners possess peace, harmony, understanding, and love, irrespective of their life status. Chanting connects one to divine energy, yet the mind must be cleansed of ego and … read more »
We are worshipping the living God
The essence of being human is living in harmony with all life.Humans currently face many disturbances, but most sincerely desire peace. To create harmony, one must practice humility and non-reaction, as taught by turning the other cheek. This principle extends to all creatures, as every being feels … read more »
The best ways of learning
The essence of bhajan is concentration, meditation, and devotion.Bhajan is a resonant, collective listening. One form is the Doha, a two-line question and answer, ideal for spiritual learning. Other forms include drama and storytelling, which impart unforgettable knowledge from a young age. True learning … read more »
The Jiva and the Universe
The cosmic balance: from self to creation.Humans have many thoughts but do not know who they are. No complete answer exists for where one comes from or where one goes. The mind cannot be fully explained by science. Yet the mind travels … read more »
Examples of yogic power and awareness
The teaching is One in All and All in One.Only one Holy Gurujī exists, Satguru Swami Mādhavānandajī. Yogic power is not limited to India; in Czechoslovakia, a yogi named Dritikkal instantly healed a cut by placing his hand over it. In daily life, the driver … read more »
A good education is important
Discipline and care for shared property are essential spiritual practices.Negligence and littering, especially with plastic that harms animals, show a lack of respect and responsibility. Teachers, drivers, and students must be accountable for maintaining vehicles and facilities. Cleanliness reflects inner discipline. Learning extends beyond books … read more »
Sandhya is the time for spirituality
Sandhyā is the sacred meeting point, connecting light and darkness, form and the formless.This junction is essential for all life, as creatures and plants depend on the cycles of day and night. The practice of Sandhyā is a form of worship where one cultivates purity, avoiding negativity. Human spirituality … read more »