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Christmas Satsang with H.H. Vishwaguruji
We search for the divine source while trapped in human conflict.Our spiritual root is Ālagpurījī, connected to the Kailāśa mountain, the kingdom of Śiva. There have been countless Yugas. Divine figures like Śiva manifested; they were not born. Yet in this Kali Yuga, many religions and … read more »
Unity in spirituality
This is a time of global celebration and unity in divine praise.The message of oneness is spread through yoga, transcending all borders and divisions. Personal travels through many nations demonstrate this universal work. The essence of all religions is one God, though human ego creates conflict. The … read more »
Christmas Time
December is a month of divine happiness for gathering and rejoicing.This time originates from ancient harvest festivals where communities stored food and celebrated together. Such celebrations exist across cultures, like Holi in India or local festivals in Austria. This period creates a collective spiritual atmosphere. It … read more »
Prayer before eating
Food is a holy source of life and nourishment.The dried Panchkuta vegetable requires significant effort to harvest and prepare. Its ingredients, like guṇḍā, benefit the gums and joints. Cooking involves frying spices in oil, adding a mixed masala, and combining it with the pre-cooked … read more »
The Vedas
The Vedas are the holy scriptures of Sanātana Dharma, representing a vast river of knowledge.This knowledge was originally transmitted orally from master to disciple through Śruti, listening, and Smṛti, memory. In the Kali Yuga, human memory declined. To preserve the Vedas, the sage Vedavyāsa dictated them continuously. Gaṇeśa agreed to … read more »
Pranayama and the five elements
Prāṇa is life, sustained by breath and water.Practice prāṇāyāma diligently, inhaling through the nostrils and exhaling through the mouth. Reduce food intake gradually over years, not through abrupt fasting, to build strength and oxygenate the body. Breath nourishes the 72,000 nerves, which are … read more »
The way to Sri Devpuriji's cave
Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Sadhvi Umapuri reports on the Sri Devpuriji cave trip. The journey started from Delhi towards Rishikesh - at the foot of the Himalayas - then Josimath and Badrinath, at an elevation of about 3000m. Sri Alakhpuriji's … read more »
Regular yoga practice leads to good health
The yogic path advocates health and peace through conscious living.Completing this year, practitioners have progressed toward the highest goal. Peace is scarce in the world, and a vegan diet is advocated to care for nature and all creatures. The consensus for the planet is to … read more »
Keep your spirituality
Time's passage is inevitable, and the continuity of life proceeds regardless of human effort.The sunset symbolizes this natural progression into age and reflection. Youth is preoccupied with action, while age brings contemplation of legacy and what slips away. Society often dismisses the elderly, yet true value lies not in … read more »
Sri Alakhpuriji and the Himalayas
The Earth is a living, divine creation designed in perfect balance.Human activity disrupts this balance through mining, deforestation, and construction. The Himalayas are a young and holy mountain range, the abode of great saints and the manifestation of divinity. The saint Ālakpurījī embodies Śiva in the … read more »
The power of Mantras
Sound, speech, and harmony possess inherent healing power.Mantras from ancient siddhas create positive vibrations affecting earth, air, fire, water, animals, and humans. Sweet words bring happiness back to the speaker, while harsh words generate lasting inner suffering. This principle extends to all life; … read more »
Satsang will bring us to the Aim
The path requires following an authentic spiritual lineage under a perfected master.Different traditions have their successions, like the papal lineage. One must remain within this paramparā; leaving it is like jumping from a moving train. The masters are Siddhas, perfect beings connected to the divine source. Their … read more »
Bhagwan Sri Deep Narayan Mahaprabhuji
Today is the day of Bhagavān Mahāprabhujī.Brahmalīna beings are embodiments of the supreme, everlasting Brahman, which merges within devotees as both nirguṇa and saguṇa. Obstacles like negative thinking block this divine flow, just as a stone blocks a water pipe. Siddhas, who … read more »
Advice for practicing Yoga
Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Barcelona, Spain.The body consists of five elements. These element are present within us and outside as well. There are different techniques to purify and balance the elements. We should take care of the body while practicing Yoga. … read more »
Satsang with Vishwaguruji
The soul's journey and ancestral honor are understood through ancient traditions.When the soul departs, the five elements of the body are left behind; the vital heat is a different quality that expands outward. The soul travels with immense speed, like a shooting star, leaving the physical … read more »
Meditation on Mahaprabhuji
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary.Mantra chanting and mentally repeating: Om Namo Siri Prabhu Deepa Narayanam.
You have to have a Master key
Evening Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary.Silver represents the Moon, while the Sun is gold. Chandra (moon) and Surya (sun) are in our Brahmanda. The universe is within us. Who came first, the bird or the egg? Everyone has a different thumbprint. … read more »
Sound and resonance
Morning Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary.Regardless whether you understand bhajans or not, the resonance awakens spirituality in you. The resonance of the songs is reflected in our ten indriyas (organs of perception and action). Swami Sivananda said in his bhajan: those … read more »
Follow the Guruvakyas and practice
The essence of spiritual life is consistent practice within a supportive community.Our tradition's bhajans contain the complete path. True progress requires personal effort, not merely listening. Association shapes habit: spiritual company fosters spirituality, while negative influences divert you. Many attend lectures but avoid practice, which is like … read more »
The way to a happy and healthy life
Festivals reflect life's spiritual, cultural, and social dimensions, yet we have divided the one truth of God into many branches through language and politics.We must respect outer ceremonies while cultivating inner purity. Our health and lifespan are determined by our nourishment and lifestyle, not merely medicine. Āyurveda is the knowledge of life—it teaches sāttvic living through proper diet and … read more »
Practice and try to purify your karma
Spiritual practice requires vigilance and faith to remain uncorrupted.Some individuals spread negativity like infection, causing others to fall from wisdom. Stay close to the Guru's shelter for protection, as some grains avoid being ground by staying near the mill's central pillar. Do not carry … read more »
Maya is a big cheater
The planetary influences and days of the week affect all beings, not just humans.Constellations and lines on the body, like those on the foot sole, indicate influences. Destructive patterns in a person can bring unrest to an entire household. The illusion of Māyā is a great cheat, depicted as … read more »
Swara Yoga
Svara Yoga is a profound practice aligning breath with life's rhythms.For the sincere practitioner, it is a simple sadhana, yet difficult for the mere trier. This discipline reveals indications of past, present, and future. It involves understanding the flow of the Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna nadis. … read more »
Practicing with AUM
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Our roots and origin are in the navel. It is the centre of the Earth and sky. Sadhana awakens the shakti, energy, here. Asana makes you comfortable.
Pranayama calms down the emotions
Yoga requires strict discipline and practice to succeed.Announcements are made, but discipline is not followed. Special seating should not exist; everyone should rotate. Sannyāsīs are not exempt and must also work, like cleaning the garden. Work with the earth is essential for health … read more »
Karma and destiny
The soul's journey after death is governed by divine justice.Upon death, every being faces judgment by Yamarāja, the lord of death, and Dharmarāja, the lord of righteousness. Yamarāja's messengers retrieve souls, often involving struggle for those attached to life. Modern medicine can prolong the body's … read more »
Sound can guide us
Sound and its resonance, nāda, are a profound spiritual path.Sound and color generate immense energy affecting the body. Rāga means resonance, but also implies attachment and duality. This sound is Nāda Yoga. One must understand it; otherwise, it is merely noise. An instrument is holy … read more »
Meditation with flute
Meditation is supported by music to create an environment for being with oneself.Sound naturally captures attention and draws awareness inward, unlike vision which pulls it outward toward desires and objects. The practice uses this quality, allowing one to simply be with the sound. Life contains contrasting experiences, like … read more »
Practice and eat healthy food
Yoga requires holistic knowledge of practices like āsana and of natural remedies.Specific postures like Sarvā gāsana benefit the entire body, especially the thyroid, spine, and circulation. Viparītakaraṇī Mudrā aids digestion and prevents constipation when performed correctly, such as on an empty stomach. However, these inverted poses must … read more »
Why we do Anusthan
Anuṣṭhāna is a dedicated spiritual practice undertaken with a specific sa kalpa, or resolve.This resolve is a personal vow to perform disciplined sādhanā for a purpose, such as spiritual growth, health, success, or family harmony. In a household, partners perform anuṣṭhāna for each other's well-being, fostering oneness. A family … read more »
Practicing for the animals
The Ānandamaya Kośa represents the sheath of bliss, a peak from which the soul may descend back into the mortal world or ascend to the highest freedom.When the physical body ceases, the soul departs within the subtle body; its destination is not in our hands. The elements of the body return to their sources. The soul, liberated from bodily suffering, sees all … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life is everywhere in the world
Yoga in Daily Life is a unifying light spreading globally.This system connects East and West, now reaching China. The initial journey faced obstacles, as prevalent yoga there focuses on gymnastic feats, not inner strength and stress relief. A student from China shares her challenging journey … read more »
Explanation of Shank Prakshalan kriya
Haṭha Yoga practices purify the body and awaken energy to support all spiritual paths.Aspirants seek happiness and health, finding a primary yoga path according to their nature—Karma, Bhakti, Rāja, or Jñāna—yet all paths are interconnected. A strong, healthy body is essential, cultivated through Haṭha Yoga's cleansing techniques. These include … read more »
Going to Brahmaloka
The foundation of practice is essential, regardless of one's level.The complete system of yoga begins with basic exercises, which are more beneficial than advanced postures. Even advanced practitioners must regularly return to foundational practices for proper preparation and health. The science of prāṇāyāma also requires … read more »
The Master key
The essence of learning is not in theory but in practice and direct transmission from a master.Tons of theory cannot compare to a gram of practice. You gain knowledge from lectures, but retention is low; one may only remember ten percent. True understanding requires concentration, which is fleeting for the modern mind. … read more »
Harmonious life and successful sadhana
Harmony and sādhanā begin by mastering the present moment.The past is gone and the future is not here; dwelling on either wastes the precious now. Modern distractions, especially mobile phones, isolate individuals and fracture family connection, teaching a life of solitary desire. This fosters … read more »
Manas and family life
The mind is the central sheath governing life.Our being is a replica of Brahman, composed of five elemental sheaths. The Anandamaya Kośa handles the Vijñānamaya Kośa, which indirectly handles the Manomaya Kośa. These three function together inseparably. The mind is the house of … read more »
The soul and sound
The soul is a Ṣoḍaśīpuruṣa, a sixteen-fold formation at the center of the five sheaths.The universe began from Brahma and its Śakti, forming the first Bindu, the Avyaya Puruṣa. This possesses five characteristics: Ānanda, Vijñāna, Mana, Prāṇa, and Vāk. From it emerges the Akṣara Puruṣa, with five indestructible characteristics. These … read more »
Speech and communication
The universe is created from sound, and our speech is a powerful creative force.Life is constant communication. The fundamental element is Vāk, meaning both speech and the underlying substance of reality. Modern science and the Vedas agree the universe consists of matter and energy, which are interchangeable with sound. … read more »
Purify your body and eat proper food
Kriyā Anuṣṭhāna is a regenerative practice akin to Kāya Kalpa, renewing the body and spirit.Practicing collectively provides mutual energy and support, preventing the isolation and difficulty of solitary practice. This process purifies the body's five elements. The natural environment, such as a meadow with an old tree, radiates vital energy … read more »
Yoga Nidra with Vishwaguruji in the open air
Connect with the healing power of the five elements through direct earth contact and conscious breath.Lie down and relax. Feel the earth's subtle vibrational energy through your heels, palms, and arms. The sun's energy comes through the earth. Touching the earth daily can heal diseases and remove allergies. Feel your breath … read more »
The Thirsty Horse and the Path of Spirituality
The human soul seeks direction amidst universal stress, which persists from childhood through old age despite our efforts.We are like a thirsty horse frightened by the noise of a water pump; to drink, we must accept the noise. Our spiritual thirst must be quenched within the world's clamor. Time is an unstoppable reality, … read more »
Karma and liberation
The grandparents of the forest teach us about karma and the world's balance.Vegetation is essential for life, and ancient trees are loving grandparents. Good karma from non-violence leads to Svarga Loka, a temporary heaven. Bad karma from harming creatures leads to Naraka Loka. Liberation comes only through the … read more »
Questions to Gulabji
A clear life goal is essential to quiet the mind and make existence fruitful.Without purpose, one lives like the dead. The mind is constantly agitated by sensory desires, like waves. To clear it, one must have a definite aim, just as a traveler focuses only on the road to … read more »
The source of our knowledge is Gurudev
Wisdom flows like an ever-renewing river.One cannot step into the same water twice, yet the river itself returns. Past masters have taken the butter, but the cow—the source—remains. Feed it with love to receive fresh nourishment. The limited body is the … read more »
We are here to learn more
The gathering welcomes distinguished guests and emphasizes the shared pursuit of knowledge through yoga, which transcends physical practice to harmonize the mortal body and immortal soul.We honor our lineage and welcome all present, including a renowned scholar of the Vedas. Human intellect is superior but requires teaching. Despite societal influences, few understand all humanity. We must concentrate on the Jīvātmā. Yoga … read more »
Being a human
Spiritual discipline guides one from ignorance to enlightenment.Human life is a rare opportunity among countless life forms. Animals possess innate discipline, but humans are given specific principles—conduct, thought, diet, and recreation—to cultivate goodness and occupy the mind positively. These rules, including fasting and … read more »
From darkness to the light
Evening satsang on Gurupurnima from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Guru leads us from darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge. 'Gu' means darkness, while 'ru' means light.
Gurupurnima Blessing
The Guru is the light dispelling darkness, the movement from ignorance to knowledge.In this world, one cannot survive without a Guru, which is any source of knowledge, including learning to cook. Today, many cannot cook at home. Educated women, who have the capacity to bring peace, sometimes develop … read more »
Hatha Yoga is in every kind of Yoga
Haṭha Yoga is the essential, foundational path encompassing all others.You cannot proceed without Haṭha Yoga. Bhakti Yoga is also Haṭha Yoga inside, for you must maintain unwavering devotion despite emotional waves. Most devotion is selfish and unstable, rising and falling with desires. True devotion must … read more »