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Why Yoga in Daily Life is special
Yoga's essence lies not in physical exercise alone but within a living spiritual lineage.Most modern yoga focuses solely on health, lacking the unbroken master-disciple transmission vital for preserving true knowledge. Without a living guide, teachings become distorted rituals, like disciples who continued tying up a cat long after its … read more »
The Law of Karma: Our First Guru
The law of karma is the fundamental principle governing life and our first spiritual teacher.Karma means action, a universal law of cause and effect like gravity. It operates through body, speech, mind, and wealth or position. Physical acts are obvious, but mental activities and emotions create even stronger karma. Using … read more »
The Three Types of Karma and the Law of Cause and Effect
Karma is understood through three types: the stored accumulation, the active destiny of this life, and the fresh actions created now.The vast store of past karmic seeds is not experienced all at once. At the moment of death, one's strongest attachments and desires determine which handful of seeds becomes active for the next life; this is … read more »
Celebrating Gurupurnima, bhajans and darshan
Guru Pūrṇimā reveals joy as the absence of fatigue.The Guru tattva stands supreme. A Satguru becomes Brahmaleen; while embodied, the Guru is with disciples, but upon leaving the body, the Guru dwells within. Modesty is essential—even with complete knowledge, one must not claim to … read more »
Gurupurnima from Jadan
The Guru-Bhakti Satsaṅg gathers in the paṇḍal; on Guru Pūrṇimā, a resolution is taken for the whole year.Once again, a request is made to the brothers and sisters. Come to the Guru-Bhakti Satsaṅg in the paṇḍal. This much is requested. At least this is done. Do not miss it. Tomorrow is Guru Pūrṇimā. … read more »
Knowledge is the Light
Guru Pūrṇimā is about moving from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge.Without knowledge, one is like an animal. This light is the inner knowledge within every being. Humans possess intellect, but it is shaped by its education; one becomes what one is taught. Therefore, proper education is … read more »
Knowledge and Self-Realization
The spiritual journey requires a living master and connection to one's authentic lineage.Self-realization is the final merging of the individual self into the universal Self. Intellectual knowledge of it differs from the lived experience. A story illustrates this: a disciple, seeing his guru afflicted, doubted his divinity. The … read more »
Sleep is the best
The world is an unreal dream; only the eternal, unchanging Brahman is truth.What is changeable is not immortal. The physical body ages and dies, but the soul is ever young and unchangeable. This reality is Satyam, Śivam, Sundaram—Truth, Consciousness, and the invisible, eternal beauty. Humans are blinded by … read more »
Theory and Practice: The Two Horses of Realization
Realization requires both theory and practice.Theory provides the map, inspiration, and techniques, but without practice, we cannot move. Practice is the essential action that brings theoretical understanding to life. We need both elements integrated. Meditation manifests in two primary forms. Passive … read more »
Practice from Wellington with MM Vivekpuri
The body is the foundation for calming the mind.A restless mind creates a restless body, just as boiling water makes a pot shake. Yoga aims to still these thought waves, citta-vṛtti, to reveal the true self within. Directly calming the mind is difficult, so … read more »
Practice with Swamiji
Gentle yoga movements strengthen the back to prevent and alleviate pain.Begin with complete relaxation, releasing tension from toes to head. Focus on natural breath. Proceed with gentle spinal twists and stretches while lying down, moving knees side to side. These movements release stiffness without force. Strengthen … read more »
Practice from Auckland with MM Vivekpuri
A yoga session integrates physical postures with awareness to build strength and inner fire.The practice begins with relaxation and breath awareness to release tension. Physical postures like Pavanamuktāsana enhance circulation and digestion, working on specific areas like the groin. Strengthening the body supports the will and builds energy, aligning … read more »
Walking the Tightrope: Between "I Am Not the Doer" and "I Am Shiva"
Life is a spiritual tightrope walk between ego and self-doubt.The mantra "I am not the doer" protects us from ego, the great enemy that can destroy life if it becomes our master. Conversely, when feeling worthless, we must remember "I am Shiva"—I am divine consciousness. … read more »
The Essence of Health and Harmony
Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health.Good health is the primary happiness, meaning balance and harmony within the body and mind. This balance ends distractions and illness. Both positive and negative energies exist within all beings. When negative vibrations like hate or … read more »
I am a human
The moon's phases govern our body's biorhythms, influencing hormones, nerves, and emotional balance.Within the 72,000 nerves, three principal channels—Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumnā—affect body, mind, and consciousness. The left nostril connects to emotions, the right to intellect and creativity, and the central nerve to consciousness. These channels intersect at … read more »
The Essence of Prayer and the Supreme Goal
The supreme reality is formless, nameless consciousness, the source of all.Mantras connect us to this governing presence. Humans impose names and forms, like Kṛṣṇa or Jesus, but these are limited expressions of the one truth. This divine consciousness is beyond duality—beyond conflict of religion, culture, or … read more »
The Essence of Human Dharma
Human dharma is the specific duty and nature of a human being.A scorpion's nature is to sting, but a human's dharma is to save life, not to retaliate. We share basic activities like eating and sleeping with animals, but these are not our specific purpose. Our unique … read more »
Dharma: The Guiding Principle for Right Action
Dharma is the guiding principle for right action, intrinsically linked to karma.Karma is the law of cause and effect from our actions. Humans create karma because we possess free will and choice, unlike animals which naturally follow their dharma without creating karma. When we deviate from our … read more »
Lead us from darkness to the light
Guru Pūrṇimā is the worship of knowledge and the principle of the master and disciple.The word "Gu" means darkness and "Ru" means light, signifying the movement from ignorance to knowledge. This day commemorates the first sunlight touching the earth when it was lifted from the cosmic waters, representing illumination. It … read more »
Always be in Ananda
The Anāhat Chakra and the nature of translation are examined.Chakras are subtle organs guiding energy, positioned parallel to but not inside the spine. They influence specific bodily functions. To understand them, study the relevant book and chart. Translating such material is profoundly difficult, as mere … read more »
Jivatma is in the heart
The Anāhata Chakra is the central junction of the body and the universe, conducting all functions of intellect, consciousness, and emotion.Every atom connects to this center where the Self resides, making it endless. Evidence suggests the individual soul is in the heart, as a living heart can sustain a brain but not the reverse. This heart … read more »
Take care of your heart
The Anāhata Chakra is the heart's lotus, the seat of limitless awareness beyond worldly borders.Yoga is the science of the chakras. Each chakra stores different karmic energy from past lives. People are either awake or asleep in ignorance according to their karma. Anger is a fire from ignorance; where there … read more »
Being a yogi means to live consciously
Yoga is the ancient practical science for achieving health and divine union.Health is the foundational wealth enabling a long life to fulfill human dharma. This human birth is rare and gifted with intellect, a mighty tool requiring ethical and spiritual education. Our immense inner potential can be … read more »
Be careful with your sankalpa shakti
Satsaṅg is the essential vessel for crossing the ocean of worldly existence.In this age, true spiritual gathering is rare, while material attainments are common. Human birth is for purifying sin and earning merit to attain liberation, which requires a generous heart and selfless action. Observe the suffering … read more »
Chakras and Fourteen Lokas
The chakras correspond to worlds within the body and consciousness.The seven higher chakras map to higher lokas, beginning with Sahasrāra as Brahmaloka, the absolute reality. Tapaloka, the level of detachment, is in the Ājñā Chakra. Janaloka, the level of sound, is in Viśuddhi. Mahaloka, the … read more »
To complete a chapter we have to dedicate one life
The chapters of life and the fire of yoga define karma's path.Life begins as a blank chapter, filled by actions good or bad, which stay with consciousness forever. Interpretations of good and bad vary, yet all deeds accumulate on the soul. Through prayer, blessings from God or … read more »
The story about Eklavya and Dronacharya
Sanatana Dharma is a living tradition, not a closed or stale knowledge.The Guru principle recognizes every teacher—parent, schoolmaster, professor—as a guru, for “gu” is darkness and “ru” is light. Living knowledge requires a living teacher; books alone are insufficient. Religion must not be fanatical; incense is symbolic, … read more »
We have to go through the five koshas
The five sheaths are layers covering the true Self.Life is a mystery, and we are unaware of our own life. To provide clarity, existence is described through five sheaths, not the self. The physical body is the sheath of nourishment from food and drink. … read more »
How should we face complications
Bighṛī banānevāle Dātā is the Divine Rectifier, the one who sets right all that goes wrong.The Guru makes the impossible possible and cancels what is destined. In Kathu, a Muslim man brought his blind son to Mahāprabhujī. Mahāprabhujī declared no difference between Hindu and Muslim; all are human. He instructed to … read more »
To keep yourself clean means to have selfrespect
The knowledge of Kuṇḍalinī and the Cakras is precious nourishment for the mind and spirit.This wisdom must be received by a vessel made ready through personal effort and daily cleansing in sādhanā. A lack of contentment arises from pouring pure knowledge into an unprepared, unclean cup. True contentment is found … read more »
The day I met Holy Guruji
A soul's descent into this world is a divine selection based on past spiritual discipline, not personal choice.The practice of yoga burns the seeds of karma, preventing rebirth. A self-realized being acts in the world without generating new karma, as darkness cannot touch light. Such a soul may be destined to return for … read more »
You have everything, what are you searching for
The relationship between a master and disciple is the foundation of spiritual transmission.A true master embodies unwavering discipline and radiates a transformative presence that draws sincere seekers. The path demands complete surrender, rigorous training, and the endurance of hardship, all infused with the master's boundless love and mercy. … read more »
What you give with love is worth more than any money
Kuṇḍalinī is the coiled energy of consciousness, symbolized by the circle which contains all creation.Everything in the universe is round, from planets to drops of water, representing the completeness of zero, or Pūrṇa. This energy is our inherent potential and destiny, stored as latent impressions from many lives. A true … read more »
You have to find the way
The inner world of consciousness is a vast, undiscovered forest.Consciousness resides within energy, which dwells in endless space, Ananta. Within consciousness lies our knowledge and intellect. When intellect intervenes, reality often disappears. The Ājñā Chakra is the crossroads where all desires and intellect converge. It … read more »
Concentrate all your energy on your aim
The path from Kali Yuga to Satya Yuga requires spiritual education and strong families.Modern education pushes humans away from spirituality, and without it, we become like animals. Religion represents the universe's unchanging principles and develops our best qualities. We must respect our elders, as serving them is divine service. … read more »
Sadhana is a spiritual tonic
Sādhanā is the essential practice for health, peace, and spiritual development.Discipline is required; neglecting it leaves one stagnant with problems. Ancient seers lived in direct relation to divine truth, and their research remains foundational. The external world has not changed, but our thinking and desires have, … read more »
Let us become the example
Yoga is a universal science of body, mind, and soul for health and harmony, uniting rather than dividing.It is not a dogma or sport but a practical path accessible to all, requiring consistent practice. Its widespread adoption reflects a global recognition of its benefits for individual and societal well-being. However, its essence risks … read more »
How chakras are working
The journey with Kuṇḍalinī is endless because it leads to the endless Brahman.This divine energy guides us, but we must understand the structure of human emotion, mind, awareness, consciousness, intellect, and soul. These principles escort the individual existence to a certain border; then their duty is finished. Karma … read more »
Inner Beauty
The journey from individual soul to supreme consciousness requires disciplined progression through the body and mind.The body is essential; without it, nothing is possible, so we must care for it to achieve self-realization. The mind, however, is like a restless monkey that can destroy our inner garden of peace, love, and … read more »
Chakras and Tattvas
The chakras and their mantras are keys to harmonizing energy.Language divides, but truth unifies beyond it. Each chakra has a bija mantra: Sahasrara and Ajna share Om, Vishuddhi has Ham, Anahata has Yam, Manipura has Ram, Svadhisthana has Vam, and Muladhara has Lam. These sounds … read more »
Iccha Shakti
The Power of Will and Divine Grace Whatever you wish, by God’s grace, nothing is impossible.But before expressing a wish, know its nature. God fulfills all desires, good or bad. Therefore, cultivate discrimination first. Without discrimination, desire leads to suffering. A monkey wished for honey, but got a cobra and died. … read more »
The origin of suffering
Fear arises from ignorance and creates the karma that binds us.We are the light of the Self, yet we identify with the body and lose our true nature. Karma is not an external force but is created from our own experiences and ignorance. For example, we … read more »
The Bindu Chakra and the Nectar of Immortality
The Bindu Chakra is a source of nectar for spiritual practice.Understanding the body's energy is essential for committed seekers, not hobbyists. Kundalini practices are safe and pleasant. The Bindu, meaning a dot, is at the top of the head where the hair whorl is. Spiritual capacity … read more »
Meanings of Kundalini
The universe is manifested through sound, or Nāda, which is the resonance of creation.This primordial sound is energy, and it flows through all existence, including the human body via the cakras and glands. This energy is called Kuṇḍalinī, a complete science of body, mind, intellect, and consciousness. Kuṇḍalinī has … read more »
The Divine Symphony: Sound, Chakras, and Consciousness
All creation resonates with divine consciousness.Science cannot replicate nature's design, evident in a single drop of blood. Every entity contains God's life; all creatures and plants are beloved children. Experiments show plants react to care and threat, and potatoes emit vibrations … read more »
How Kaliyuga will change
The transition from Kali Yuga to Satya Yuga is an awakening of consciousness, rooted in divine lineage and parental duty.Our spiritual lineage is named for the Alaknanda River, the abode Alakāpurī, and the Al Capuri cave, evidenced by the miraculous Devapurījī. The shift to Satya Yuga is not destruction but a change in awareness, where … read more »
We should respect Time
The river of time flows from the sacred source, connecting all to the supreme power.We gather on Guru Pūrṇimā to take account of our spiritual year. Time does not wait; to ignore it is a sin. A farmer who neglects his field finds the birds have eaten his crop. Our … read more »
Guru Purnima Satsang
Guru Pūrṇimā is a remembrance of the sacred relationship between the self and the Self.This tradition honors the guru, who imparts spiritual life and guides one to the true treasure within. The disciple offers homage, and the guru gives blessings. The full moon symbolizes purity and completeness. The sun represents … read more »
Guru Purnima 2015
GuruPurnima2015 Musical recording. … read more »
What is Guru Tattva?
The essence of Guru Pūrṇimā is the Guru principle, which is the source of liberation.Great saints and yogis exist, their subtle bodies transparent, able to move through rock. The universe is composed of space, energy, and consciousness, a trinity harmonized by Yoga. Among the six principles—earth, water, fire, air, space, … read more »