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Kriya for opening to knowledge
The practice of mantra and mudrā purifies the chakras and cultivates divine speech.Chant the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra to awaken energy and concentration. A specific hand mudrā channels a flow like a sacred river, bringing calmness. The mantra seeks nectar for the tongue, meaning speech should be humble, kind, and … read more »
Mastering the subtle energies
Yoga is a practical path, not a theory.Survival in this age requires practice, not just philosophy. The current era is governed by material illusion, where excessive pursuit of wealth distracts from true purpose. True richness is devotion, which accompanies the soul eternally. Modern … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Shiva Yoga
The Śiva Purāṇa concludes, emphasizing the path of yoga and meditation for liberation.Everything with a beginning has an end. This sacred text, heard in the company of the Guru, provides the wisdom to transcend that cycle. The teachings detail the symptoms of approaching death and the yogic methods … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: The way a Yogi can defeat death
The Śiva Purāṇa reveals the signs of approaching death and the yogic path to overcome it.Eighteen definitive signs herald death. If vultures chase a person, death comes within six months. The appearance of a blue blowfly signals death within one month. A vulture, crow, or pigeon alighting on one's head indicates … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Shukracharya
The transformation from demonic to divine nature is achieved through sincere penance and surrender.When one cannot overcome a force, the path is to worship and appease it. A demon, after a long battle, became weak and surrendered, promising to abandon his demonic nature for a godly one. Through intense … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Tulsi and Shankachuda
The story of Śa khacūḍa and Tulasī reveals the power of spiritual union and the origin of sacred herbs.This narrative from the Śivapurāṇa explains the divine purpose behind Tulasī and the Śāligrām stone. Kaśyapa Ṛṣi, born from Brahmā’s lineage, married thirteen daughters of Dakṣa. Among them, Aditi gave birth to the Devatā, and Diti … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Success and the power of prayer
Dharma is re-established when evil prevails.Demonic nature seeks to harm others, while divinity protects. The three demon sons performed meditation and received a boon for three indestructible cities that would align only once a year. As devotees of Śiva, they initially … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Qualities of Ganesh Bhagawan
Gaṇeśa is the primordial energy of beginnings, worshipped before any undertaking.Scriptures describe his many origins across different ages, yet his essence remains the energy that initiates all action. He is the leader of the gaṇas, the remover of obstacles, and the bestower of success. His wisdom … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Ganesh
The origin and spiritual significance of Gaṇeśa is explained.Gaṇeśa represents never-ending spiritual happiness and is the leader of the divine hosts. Parvati created a guardian from the dust of her body. This guardian, following her strict order, blocked Shiva at her door. A conflict … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Kartikeya
The supreme reality is one, appearing as many due to human division.All scriptures and deities point to a single divine essence. Creating distinctions between forms like Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva is a grave error arising from ego. The soul is eternal energy that merges with the source, … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: The story of Kama Dev
The Rudra Saṁhitā describes three types of persons.The true knower always remains a student, bowing the head, never claiming to know. One with little knowledge claims to know everything, which is dangerous. Another remains in the deep sleep of ignorance. Knowledge is never … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: The marriage of Shiva and Parvati
The union of Śiva and Pārvatī illustrates the inseparable principle of Prakṛti and Puruṣa.After Satī's self-immolation, her soul was reborn as Pārvatī, daughter of Himālaya. From childhood, she exhibited unwavering devotion, worshiping Śiva and declaring him her sole goal. To test her, Śiva disguised himself as Viṣṇu and disparaged … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Without meditation there is no power
The Śiva Purāṇa teaches the discipline of desire, power, and meditation.Brahmā created Kāmadeva, the deity of attraction and desire, to bring beauty and continuity to creation. However, this power requires control. Brahmā instructed Kāmadeva to meditate on Śiva to learn the proper use of his power, … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: How we can benefit from mantras
The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra grants life and fulfills desires through devoted chanting.Everything is created first in the mind, then in reality. Pure thoughts lead to pure actions and ultimate goals. Śiva is simple to appease; chanting this mantra with specific counts yields specific boons, from darśana to … read more »
Shiv Mahapuran: Make time for your meditation
Morning lecture on Shiv Mahapuran by Acharya Rajan Sharma.Rudra Samhita 1st Chapter.
Listening to Shiv Mahapuran Uplifts the Soul
The Śiva Purāṇa reveals how ego and desire obstruct truth and peace.Brahmā and Viṣṇu debated supremacy until Śiva directed them to meditate, where the eternal truth is found within. Ego arises with "I," and desire with "want"; cutting both yields peace. Dakṣa Prajāpati, filled with pride, insulted … read more »
God is Endless
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Simhasth Kumbha Mela in Ujjain, India.Shiva consciousness and energy is present in the whole Universe. Our being is one with Shiva like a drop of water is one with the ocean. Nothing is without Shiva.
Purify yourself!
The holy city of Ujjain is a center of divine light and consciousness.This place is described as the first appearance of Śiva's light and the navel of the universe. The gathering occurs during the Mahākumbha Melā, where sacred rivers unite in consciousness. The human condition is one of … read more »
Naham Karata for Yoga teachers
The human journey requires integrating intellect with devotion under a teacher's guidance.Mistakes have significant consequences, pulling one back into cycles of existence. Intellect alone cannot achieve realization; it is like climbing a mountain without oxygen. That essential element is the Guru's grace. Practice is paramount, yet devotion … read more »
Vairagya and Trapt Atma
Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vienna, Austria.Vairagya - Gyan - Vigyan - Trapt Atma
Perfection comes at the end of the life
The Master's way requires the disciple to follow without argument or doubt.Three types exist: the transient flower, the follower who falls away, and the true follower. The relationship is like the Pāras stone turning iron to gold; failure means either the stone or the iron is not … read more »
As far as water flows it remains clean
Health depends on nourishment, society, and thoughts.Laziness is the biggest enemy, a disease of tamas guṇa. This inertia makes one sick, believing "I can’t do anything," yet when danger comes, action proves it is not sickness but laziness. Rajas guṇa, from anger … read more »
Avoid manipulated products
Modern illness stems from artificial consumption and neglecting natural living.Good health is an art most fail to practice. Chewing gum falsely signals digestion, harming the system. Artificial sugars and chemical sweeteners cause diabetes, unlike natural honey or cane sugar. Refined oils lack nutrients and are … read more »
Love and mercy is life
Health is the first wealth, requiring harmony and spiritual education.Spiritual education is missing, particularly for parents who must understand their sacred duty. Society has become egocentric, discarding elders after taking their care. True welfare is happiness, health, and family, not mere money. Greed has no … read more »
Holi Satsang 2016
The festival of Holī celebrates the victory of divine light over negative darkness.This eternal struggle exists within the universe and within each individual. From the beginning, two tendencies exist: the pure, liberating divine energy and the destructive negative energy. Śiva, the supreme consciousness, eternally balances both. These forces … read more »
Satsang from London
Śiva is universal consciousness, liberation, truth, and beauty, the self-manifested source of all.Yoga, the Vedas, and all wisdom originate from Śiva, who can destroy negativity with the third eye. The Śiva li ga represents the endless universe, which is space. Within that space is consciousness. The energy that … read more »
Healing of humanity
Healing arises from sound, respect, and living naturally.Mental illness creates imbalance in all aspects of life. Mass media reaches many, but true influence requires positive thinking and respect, not ego. Self-respect is social education reflected in clean appearance and considerate behavior to honor … read more »
Longing for the God
Devotion is a fragrant merging with the divine.A heart clear in devotion knows it belongs only to God. This devotion unfolds like a blossom at dawn, each petal an offering, its fragrance merging into infinite space. The soul longs for oneness with Brahman. … read more »
Webcast from London
Morning practice with Vishwaguruji from London, UK.
Keep balance while you are practicing
Yoga is a lifelong practice for body, mind, and spirit.It is an ancient science for health and self-realization, not merely physical exercise. Many misunderstand it, turning it commercial, but true yoga overcomes stress and brings peace. It is for all ages and walks of life, … read more »
The first wealth is health
The first happiness is a healthy body.Without the body, there is nothing. It is easy to dismiss the body when healthy, but illness reveals its importance. This body is a divine gift, a perfectly balanced system given freely. We must keep it … read more »
Shiva changed poison into nectar
Śiva is the light of liberation, the divine harmony of truth and beauty.He acts when human effort is exhausted, rescuing devotees. This harmony is balance, devoid of conflict and selfishness. Śiva, as Mahādeva, is the greatest power. The individual soul (Jīvātmā) is connected to the Ātmā, which is … read more »
Whole world is one family
Yoga is an ancient discipline embodying unity and a holistic approach to well-being.Its global propagation promotes peace and interconnectedness. The world faces turmoil, war, and pollution, requiring fresh thinking and humanism. Security cannot come from arms alone but from a peaceful mind. Problems like greed and corruption are … read more »
Spiritual festivals
Human life is designed for service, protection, and understanding creation, not for ego-driven destruction.The great saints designed daily life with sacred festivals and observances to occupy the mind with spirituality, creating peace and leaving no time for violence. Modern technology, while good, grows destructive, but divinely ordained traditions are … read more »
Mahashivaratri
The resonance of Aum is the primordial technique to connect awareness with Cosmic Consciousness.This sound pervades the universe and awakens Śiva. A protocol exists for divine invocation, beginning with Gaṇeśa to remove obstacles, ensuring the success of subsequent worship. The essence of Śivarātri is the transition from darkness to … read more »
Mantra
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Viswaguruji explains how to chant Shiva mantra and Mahamrityunjaya mantra. Mahamrityunjaya mantra is the highest mantra. It removes all illnesses, no curse can attack you while you are repeating this mantra. It removes all impurities from … read more »
Recharging the spiritual energy
You are in the aura of Śiva consciousness, a divine vibration filling your thoughts and body, making you Śivamaya.Many worldly problems vanish here in this experience of the Self, ānanda-svarūpa. Avoid the company of those entangled in temporary, conflicted worldly pursuits; this is kusanga. Their polluted minds will affect you. Associate only with truly … read more »
We are all born from Shiva
Śiva is the supreme reality, encompassing truth, auspiciousness, and beauty.He is Mahādev, the God of Gods, beyond human titles like "Lord." Śiva is unborn and endless, the source from which all creation multiplies. He embodies perfect balance and innocent simplicity, known as Bholenāth. Śiva brought … read more »
Abhishek is worship of the entire Universe
The Śiva Li ga represents the formless, entire universe, which is pure consciousness and energy.It has no birth, death, father, or mother. Performing abhiṣeka is worshipping the whole universe, as everything comes from Śiva, who is the God of the gods. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra is a Vedic prayer to Śiva … read more »
Sanatan Dharma is not a man-made religion
The mind is the source of all conflict and duality.Human-made religions, or sects, create dispute through personal liking and disliking. Sanātana Dharma is the eternal, universal principle, not a designed religion. It is the sustaining reality observable in nature, like a seed's growth. All phenomena, … read more »
I will be Thine
True devotion transcends all distance.Where there is pure love for the Divine, separation cannot exist. This love connects soul to soul, uniting the devotee with God. Physical proximity is irrelevant when bhakti is present; without it, even a neighbor feels … read more »
Master should have equal vision
A master's teaching adapts to the student's background but arises from a place of non-discrimination.Teaching varies based on a student's inherent culture, like learning to cook at home versus from scratch. Language also shapes the delivery, as perfect translation of meaning is difficult. However, the true master holds no distinction … read more »
Republic Day of India
Celebration the Republic Day of India.
Sanatan Dharma
Swamiji gives speech at an event in Rani, Rajasthan, India.
Atma is the same in every being
Program from Village near Nipal, Rajasthan, India.
Opening ceremony of a water tower in Nipal
Celebration on the occasion of the opening of a water tower sponsored by Vishwaguruju in Nipal.
The Grace of the Guru and the Wealth of Bhārat
The root of all spiritual practice is the Guru's grace.One arrives in the Guru's presence by destiny and grace, not by personal plan. Many are told to seek wealth in the West, but the real poverty is a lack of devotion, which is absent in … read more »
Bhajans from Mumbai
The grace of the Satguru is essential for liberation and transformation.Without the Guru's grace, liberation is not attained. The Guru is the supreme reality, the creator and pervader of all. Reciting and listening to the Satguru Chālisā with devotion erases the pains of worldly existence and … read more »
Mahaprabhuji's Mahasamadhi
Satsang with Vishwaguruji in Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Bhajan singing at Mahasamadhi satsang.
A Christmas Message of Compassion and Truth
A new era dawns, requiring compassion and non-violence towards all life.The celebration of spiritual figures is an opportunity to embody higher principles. The common practice of cutting living trees for decoration is a form of violence, akin to killing. The highest commandment is non-harming, which extends … read more »