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The beginning of Satya Yuga
A satsang on the transition to Satya Yuga, environmental protection, and spiritual brotherhood."Kali Yuga is ending and we are entering into the beginning of Satya Yuga." "If you take, you should give. That’s called puṇya." A spiritual teacher addresses a gathering on Raksha Bandhan, discussing the sacred bond … read more »
Keep discipline in your practice and eating
An opening address for a yoga teachers' seminar focusing on prāṇa and spiritual discipline."Over many lives, and finally, we have arrived. How nice it is." "Concentrate on that for which you came. This week will be more concentrated on the postures, the advanced postures." Swami Ji welcomes attendees to … read more »
Udana and Samana Prana
A satsang discourse on prāṇa, spiritual practice, and balancing life energy."Udāna Prāṇa is ascending energy flow from heart to brain. This prāṇa accompanies the awakening of the kuṇḍalinī śakti." "The essence of the Vedas and all the essence of the six philosophies is only two words: … read more »
Vyana Prana
An evening satsang on the science of prāṇa (life force) and environmental responsibility."One drop of rainwater—directly, you cannot compare it to one bottle of water. That was the prāṇa in the drop of rain." "So do not think, 'Okay, today I can use plastic and throw it away.' … read more »
Prana and Apana
A spiritual discourse on the nature of prāṇa, the eternal life force."In the bhajan of Śa karācārya: neither birth nor death, Śivo’ham, Śivo’ham, Śivo’ham." "Where are you looking, my friend? Where are you looking, you? Maito tere pās me, I am with you." Swami Anandpuri delivers a … read more »
The science of Prana
A spiritual discourse using a fable to address procrastination in practice and explore the nature of prāṇa."We think, 'Now I will come to the seminar, and then I will practice.'... So lucky are they who possess good willpower and discipline." "Prāṇa is not oxygen, and prāṇa is not this breath... Prāṇa is … read more »
Give Health and Peace to the world
An address to yoga teacher trainees on discipline, quality, and the holistic aims of the system."Only those with a letter of permission from the National Center will be allowed to come... Please do not become angry or offended. Do not blame. There are no exceptions, because it is a question of … read more »
The best way to good health is Yoga
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.The success of the first International Day of Yoga indicates that yoga is accepted around the whole world as the best way to good health.
How to be successful in practicing Paschimottanasan
A lecture for yoga teachers on the challenges and principles of mastering Paścimottānāsana."Perhaps we practice daily, but not the specific āsanas crucial for stretching our muscles. To perform āsanas like Paścimottānāsana... we need daily practice, not just once a week." "In yoga, we practice every āsana slowly. Our … read more »
We all are One
An evening discourse during a yoga teacher training on maintaining unity and spiritual integrity."A real yoga teacher is not a physical trainer, not only a philosopher, but one who is, in essence, Ahaṁ brahmāsmi—'I am Brahman.'" "I know it will happen, but I also trust and know it will … read more »
You should not be offended
A satsang on discipline, spiritual practice, and universal love during a yoga seminar."The very best thing is the presence of Gurudev, who helps us and inspires us with his lectures, satsa gs, and practical advice and instructions." "Yoga is called discipline. So in sitting, in walking, in talking, … read more »
OM
An evening satsang on the sacred sound OM and the nature of divinity."The Vedas say, Nāda-rūpa-parabrahma: the Supreme is the resonance. The entire universe is full of that resonance." "Bhagavān Kṛṣṇa says that for being a physical being, it is good to worship Saguṇa, the one with form. … read more »
Khatu Pranam - Lecture
A detailed anatomical explanation and demonstration of the two versions of Kaṭhūpraṇām, a yoga sequence."For us, Kaṭhūpraṇām is like a diamond on the crown of the system Yoga in Daily Life." "We have two things: we have postures, and we have movements between the postures. Both are very important." Swami … read more »
Khatu Pranam - Practice
Khatu Pranam, morning practice with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Unity with the Master
A spiritual discourse on the living succession within a guru lineage."The Master never dies. The body goes, for they become one with Brahman. As long as the master is living in the body, he is with us. When he passes away or leaves this body, then … read more »
Be the example!
A yoga teacher's discourse on diet, discipline, and modern food adulteration."Yoga is a practical path. As we always say, someone stated, 'Tons of theory is nothing without a grain of practice.'" "So, we are against nature. And nature takes revenge. What we eat is manipulated." The … read more »
Satsang from Strilky
Lecture by Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Why Yoga in Daily Life is special
A seminar for yoga teachers on preserving the purity of a traditional lineage."When a school loses its living master—its head—the disciples begin to have many fantasies and misunderstandings. The knowledge is not just lost; it becomes spoiled." "For everyone who begins to teach, it is important to start … read more »
Karma and Destiny (1/2)
Satsang with Swami Gajanand from Strilky, Czech Republic.
The Three Types of Karma and the Law of Cause and Effect
A detailed lecture on the three types of karma and the law of cause and effect."Sañcit Karma is like a huge bag full of karmic seeds. These are the many, many karmas we created in previous lives." "The law of karma always confronts us with ourselves. No one is guilty. Simply … read more »
Celebrating Gurupurnima, bhajans and darshan
Evening Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Jadan, India.Satgurudev is always with us. After givingup the physical body Gurudev lives within us.
Gurupurnima from Jadan
Bhajan singing and Satsang with Mahamandaleshwar Swami Jasraj Puriji from Jadan, India
Knowledge is the Light
A Guru Pūrṇimā discourse on spiritual knowledge, culture, and Sanātana Dharma."Without knowledge, one is like an animal. Knowledge is the light, and ignorance is the darkness." "Guru Pūrṇimā is a festival of culture. To protect culture is to have a living culture. Sanātana Dharma is a … read more »
Knowledge and Self-Realization
A Guru Purnima discourse on the Guru's role and the path to self-realization."Gu means darkness, ru means light. The light of knowledge removes the darkness of ignorance." "Guru Brahmā, Guru Viṣṇu, Guru Devo Maheśvara, Guru Sākṣāt Parabrahma Tasmai, Śrī Guruve Namah." The lecturer delivers a message for Guru … read more »
Sleep is the best
A spiritual discourse on the essence of reality, the nature of the self, and practical wisdom."Brahma satyaṁ, jagat mithyā. This world is unreality. Who came will go. Who went will come." "Ātmā is ever young, ever unchangeable. Jñāna is unchangeable. Evidence will never die." Swami Maheshvarananda delivers a satsang, exploring the … read more »
Theory and Practice: The Two Horses of Realization
A spiritual discourse on integrating theory and practice for realization."Tons of theory are nothing compared with a gram of practice." "Whatever good we do in the world is our meditation. Whatever good we do is our prayer." The speaker explores the essential relationship between theoretical … read more »
Practice from Wellington with MM Vivekpuri
Wellington, New Zealand
Practice with Swamiji
Practice with Swamiji from Auckland, New Zealand.
Practice from Auckland with MM Vivekpuri
Auckland, New Zealand
Walking the Tightrope: Between "I Am Not the Doer" and "I Am Shiva"
A spiritual discourse on navigating the ego and the importance of spiritual community."I am not the one who is the doer, who is working. I am just a channel, and I want to be open so that cosmic energy... works through me." "Our whole life, we are like … read more »
The Essence of Health and Harmony
A satsang discourse on holistic health, Ayurveda, and living harmoniously."Where there is water, there is God, and where there is God, there is life. Where there is life, there is light, and where there is light, there is good health." "Health is not everything, but … read more »
I am a human
Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Auckland, New-Zealand.What means being a human? Human body is similar to the Universe, there are 72000 nadis and chakras. But human being is much more than only the physical body. As a human, we shouldn't do so … read more »
The Essence of Prayer and the Supreme Goal
An evening satsang on the essence of prayer and the nature of God."God is omniscient, omnipresent, but still He has no name, He has no form." "Brahmanandam parama sukhadam kevalaṁ jñānamūrtim... It is only the wisdom, only the knowledge." The lecturer addresses the ashram community, exploring the formless, … read more »
The Essence of Human Dharma
A satsang discourse exploring the principle of dharma through teachings, stories, and interactive discussion."It is the nature of a scorpion to sting. It is the dharma of a scorpion. But I am human. It is my dharma to save him; therefore, I don't give up." "The dharma of human … read more »
Dharma (1/2)
Satsang with Swami Gajanand from Strilky, Czech Republic.
Lead us from darkness to the light
A spiritual discourse on the meaning and significance of Guru Pūrṇimā."Gu means darkness and Ru means light. Light and darkness. Tamasomā Jyotirgamaya—lead us from darkness to the light, the darkness of ignorance and the light of knowledge." "Guru Pūrṇimā is worshipped with great joy, and it … read more »
Always be in Ananda
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky, Czech Republic.
Jivatma is in the heart
A spiritual discourse on the Anāhata Chakra, love, and liberation."The Anāhata Chakra is the center that connects thought, consciousness, intellect, emotions, happiness, and unhappiness." "When the heart is fixed or placed in the body, then that light comes. That light means the light of life: … read more »
Take care of your heart
A spiritual discourse on the Anāhata, or heart, chakra."Our heart is like a lotus... That ointment of the mantra, the medicine that opens the eye of the heart—what means that eye? Knowledge, love." "Anāhat Chakra is the temple of our spirit. Anāhat Chakra is … read more »
Being a yogi means to live consciously
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky, Czech Republic.Yoga is a practical path, not the theory. Best time is to practice is early morning. Yoga can give us everything, but we are lazy and always find excuse. Tomorrow will be always tomorrow. Aim of … read more »
Be careful with your sankalpa shakti
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky, Czech Republic.Satsang is the boat for all creatures to cross the ocean of ignorance. Vishwaguruji explains the nature of the Saint. No holy place can compare with the Satsang. Satsang is the essential part of the System … read more »
Chakras and Fourteen Lokas
A closing session and spiritual discourse following a seminar, featuring participant reflections and teachings on chakras and consciousness."It is hard to express in words the love we feel when we are here." "Maṇipūra Chakra is the center of our being... the awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī takes place from the Maṇipūra Chakra." Following expressions … read more »
To complete a chapter we have to dedicate one life
A spiritual discourse on Svādhyāya (self-study) and the journey of consciousness."Our whole life, till the end or till today, is that capital chapter engraved on the level of consciousness." "Through the fire of yoga, all the seeds of karma can be burned, roasted." The speaker explores … read more »
The story about Eklavya and Dronacharya
A discourse on the nature of Sanātana Dharma and the guru-disciple relationship."Sanātana Dharma is known as a living dharma. Living means alive." "Guru does not mean only what we call a spiritual master. We all know 'gu' means darkness and 'ru' means light: the darkness of ignorance … read more »
We have to go through the five koshas
A spiritual discourse on the five sheaths (Pañcakośas) of Vedānta philosophy and their relationship to the self."Life is very mysterious. We are not aware of our own life. When we don't know about our own life, how should we know about others' lives?" "These are the five Kośas... layers over the Ātmā, … read more »
How should we face complications
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky, Czech Republic.
To keep yourself clean means to have selfrespect
A spiritual discourse on the inner science of kuṇḍalinī, cakras, and the disciplined preparation required for spiritual knowledge."This knowledge, which we receive in the last days, is like precious diamonds, and it is important to know how to deal with it." "Right knowledge doesn't come by just sitting and waiting. It needs a … read more »
The day I met Holy Guruji
A spiritual discourse reflecting on divine descent, the guru-disciple relationship, and personal history."Every soul, when descending from the astral world to this mortal world, must be chosen by some higher hierarchies... You are not elected. You are selected, so such a divine great master comes to this world." … read more »
You have everything, what are you searching for
A satsang commemorating fifty years of discipleship and reflecting on the guru-disciple relationship."I saw Gurujī for the first time in 1963... Today marks fifty years that I have tried to understand what yoga is." "Gurujī was a master of a traditional kind, very strict, very disciplined... Whoever came … read more »
What you give with love is worth more than any money
A spiritual discourse on the nature of kuṇḍalinī energy, divine blessings, and cosmic principles, illustrated with stories and teachings."Everything is round. The universe is round. Earth is round. Everything is round." "When you give the tilak, it means a blessing. It's not like some religious thing. It is to change our future." The speaker … read more »