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We are all the light of Shiva
The eternal light of self-realization is beyond sun and moon.All are that light of Śiva. Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva are one consciousness manifesting different faculties, understood only through self-knowledge. Non-dual realization ends all duality. The foundation of human consciousness is the Mūlādhāra Chakra, the seat … read more »
Sri Alakh Puriji
The spiritual path requires positive thinking, mercy, and detachment, especially in this challenging age.The lineage originates from the perfected Siddhas. A saint's inner ornaments are wisdom, devotion, and renunciation, not the display of miraculous powers. Using such powers from a place of ego leads to their loss. The world … read more »
Our ultimate aim is Brahman
Talk from His Excellency the Ambassador of India,visiting the Yoga Seminar in Vep, Hungary.This whole journey of self-realisation is what Sanatan Dharma is all about. All that we learn supports us on this path. Finally we come to the final truth as it is written in the Vedas.
Perfection of words
Morning lecture with Swamiiji from Vep, Hungary.In this lecture Swamiji explains the yoga of sound and words, after singing Bhajana vala lage sa. One who is able to follow the way of practising as described in the bhajan, will gain perfection. Our … read more »
Share the bread with everyone
Christmas conveys a dual message of joy and sorrow to awaken compassion.Holy incarnations appear for a purpose or remain as constant saints. God sustains all life, yet human greed corrupts this natural provision. The season reminds us of divine births, like Jesus, born into hardship to exemplify … read more »
Mantra creates balance
A mantra is the essence of all wisdom, a tool for updating and balancing our entire being.It is a light and a leader. All spiritual practices are blessings for human well-being, aiming to cultivate compassion for all creation. Dharma is not religion but the inherent function and harmony of all things, from … read more »
The mystery of human life
Human life is the final step toward self-realization, requiring the energy of true education.This essential wisdom is found first in the family. Among all creatures, only humans can achieve this awakening through the eternal science of yoga. Yoga is not postures but the principle of Sanātana, using authentic practice … read more »
The inner journey
Yoga is the eternal science of body, mind, and soul.It is the oldest knowledge, given by Śiva, who manifests from the universe as Svayambhū. Śiva is both creator and dissolver, appearing at the beginning and at the Mahāpralaya, the great dissolution. Between these periods, the … read more »
Remembering Holy Guruji's Mahasamadhi
This human life is a priceless opportunity not to be lost for trivial pursuits.Every breath is invaluable. Many engage in wasteful activities, forgetting their true purpose. They neglect service, compassion, and self-realization. The body is a divine gift, yet people chase illusions instead of inner truth. Time is the … read more »
Mahaprabhuji's Birthday Satsang
The festival of Deepavali is celebrated according to the lunar calendar, for the moon governs the mind and the changing seasons.The human mind, like the moon, is always changing. A promise must be kept even at the cost of one's life, so think carefully before speaking. To control the emotions, which are like water in motion, … read more »
Planting of peace tree in Gyor
Planting of peace tree in Gyor, Hungary.
Opening of Yoga Ashram in Gyor, Hungary
True education integrates ethics, morality, and spirituality for the wholeness of the human personality.Without education, a human is nearly like an animal. Education must prepare models to work for the protection of all creatures and the environment. The first university taught that "I am body" is ignorance, while "I … read more »
World Peace Forum Vienna
The highest principle is non-violence, ahiṃsā, which is the foundation for peace.This principle must be lived through thoughts, words, and actions. The World Peace Council disseminates this message, honoring the teachings of Mahātmā Gandhi and Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandajī. True peace is a state of being that begins … read more »
Door of my heart
Life is governed by laws within every system, from the cosmos to the human body.Wherever a system exists, one must follow its inherent rules to maintain harmony. The primary life force within the body is prāṇa, a pure energy linking matter and consciousness that governs all functions. When prāṇa is … read more »
The value of Tyaga
The soul communicates directly through an unseen bond of pure love, which is divine energy.Our excessive outer focus has obscured this inner connection. A scientific experiment demonstrated profound distress between separated rabbits, indicating this deep link. Animals often perceive this bond more clearly than humans, as seen in the synchronized … read more »
The four pillars of life
The interplay of Puruṣa and Prakṛti defines life's duties and stages.Prakṛti is nature, both the sustainable environment and an individual's inherent character, which can manifest as imbalance or disaster. Puruṣa signifies conscious action, or Puruṣārtha, which must be performed with discernment. This work is structured through … read more »
Realize the value of practice
Prāṇa revitalizes the brain, guided by the subtle energies of Iḍā, Pi galā, and Suṣumnā.Citta vṛttis, the mind's modifications, are active in all states and dictate life's course. These vṛttis are not calmed by mere relaxation or meditation; such practices can instead strengthen them. True understanding requires systematic discipline from … read more »
The way to Atma anubhuti
The journey of the soul and the senses is the path to self-realization.The soul travels through existence, from prāṇa to paramātmā. Countless souls inhabit living and astral bodies, each a point of divine light. The first principle is Svayaṃbhū, a self-manifesting resonance from which all creation arises. When … read more »
By practising we can reach everything
The path requires steady practice, not mere theory.Many listen but do not practice, and too much knowledge creates ambition, making one forget the basics. Attempting to master every aspect of life separately is endless; mastering one thing leads to mastering all. Modern yoga … read more »
The science of cooking
True knowledge is an endless journey, not a destination to be measured.Self-realization is the ultimate goal, though its name varies across paths. The final result is revealed only at life's end, for the mind and senses are unreliable. Within each person exist both divine qualities and destructive … read more »
The roots of the human life
The embodiment of the Guru is the supreme blessing for the spiritual path.The human birth is the first blessing, followed by spiritual parents, friends who lead to good company, childhood spiritual awakening, and meeting a Satguru. The soul must be cared for, or temptations will consume its energy … read more »
The meaning of sustainability
The divine soul within is the imperishable light of the Supreme.Life on Earth is impermanent, governed by a cycle of coming and going. The man-made world struggles, while the God-made system of nature is perfect. True sustainability arises from spiritual education and harmony, not material pursuits. … read more »
The Lamp of the Soul: A Child's Journey Home
The soul is a divine light on a journey through countless lives toward reunion with its source.It enters a human body by destiny, receiving the rare chance for conscious choice. This human life is an instrument given by God, containing latent powers and five sheaths, with the soul's light within. That inner … read more »
God and bhaktas are in unity
The birth of a devotee is the glory of the earth, for they manifest the divine.Without devotees, God is unknown; without God, devotees are lost. One should aspire to give birth to a devotee, a giver, or a hero—not a beggar or a coward. Giving extends beyond material things to include … read more »
When Guruji is angry, it means he loves you
The nature of the Guru's grace is revealed through discipline, dedication, and truth.Guruji was a perfect instrument for Mahaprabhuji's message, embodying absolute discipline and joy. His presence was commanding, like a tiger—centered and without doubt. He dedicated himself to spreading truth, often facing hardship, and was like a … read more »
Atma, Prana and Soul
Morning satsang with Swamiji from Villach, Austria.Prana is not only the fresh air. Life is everywhere in the universe. Prana is life; the individual Soul is also life. We can't measure the Soul and the Prana. Atma is the light of the … read more »
Lord Ganesha
Evening satsang with Swamiji from Villach, Austria.Swamiji speaks about Lord Ganesha as it is written in the Holy Scriptures. Ganesha is widely worshiped as the god of wisdom, prosperityand good fortune and traditionally invoked at the beginning of any new venture or … read more »
Tratak and dharana
The practice of Trāṭak develops concentration.People often follow trends without logic, from diets to fashion, lacking the discipline of austerity and renunciation. A complete spiritual system requires faith and trust, built upon foundational restraints and observances. Without mastering these, one cannot … read more »
Tapasya leads to purity
Spiritual attainment requires the fiery discipline of tapasyā.In this age, following the path is difficult. We seek Self-knowledge, but our senses constantly pull us outward. Control of vision and desire is essential; this is tapasyā. It is the purifying fire of sustained practice, … read more »
We have to protect ourselves
A healthy life is founded upon education, discipline, and practical wisdom.To do good, one must first learn what is good. Life is a struggle between divine power, which grants freedom and fearlessness, and demonic power, which leads to bad habits and suffering. The primary duty is … read more »
Endure the challenges of life
A harmonious family life is the greatest blessing.Perfect understanding between husband and wife creates heaven on earth. Conversely, constant conflict makes life a horror. A devoted farmer had a wife violently opposed to spirituality. When thirty sādhus visited, he tricked her into believing … read more »
Our jivatma should be always happy
The tilak is a mark of wisdom and an inner guide on the divine journey.All paths ultimately lead to the same divine consciousness, which resides within every heart. Making distinctions in religion or culture creates duality, while divine consciousness requires seeing equally. The tilak activates the Agnya Chakra and signifies … read more »
Hatha Yoga Techniques
Haṭha Yoga is a path to self-realization through balancing the body's energies.It is one of five yoga paths suited to different natures. The term "Haṭha" represents the dual forces of sun and moon, or Iḍā and Pi galā nāḍīs. The practice aims to harmonize these opposing energies … read more »
When troubles come, God Incarnates
The incarnation of Śrī Kṛṣṇa connects to ancient wisdom and its eternal roots.There is one Swayambhū who has incarnated twenty-four times. The Bhagavad Gītā contains the proper teachings and was written long ago. Mythological pictures and tales preserve knowledge for future mentalities but do not change reality. Many … read more »
Tyāga and Vairāgya: The Path of Discernment and Renunciation
The path of discernment and renunciation begins with viveka, the faculty of true discernment.The mind is governed by indecision, changing constantly like the moon. It is not responsible, yet it governs us like an unseen ghost. The intellect delivers judgments but is easily manipulated by the mind, which is … read more »
Mantra is the key, meditation is the door
Meditation is the key and the door to enter śūnyākāśa, requiring the guiding light of a mantra.Different vṛttis push one back into the world. The first necessity is a personal mantra. The second is a burning desire for spiritual achievement, directing one toward liberation regardless of obstacles, like an ambulance rushing to … read more »
Dont get caught by the maya
Spiritual distance grows through neglect of practice, creating a separation from grace.The mind becomes occupied by other energies, and free will diminishes. One forgets inner resistance, loses interest in Kriyā, neglects āsana, and finally abandons satsa g. This choice signals a loss, trading true joy for temporary … read more »
When sataguru comes to our door
The joy of a devotee is limitless when the true teacher arrives.Pure, selfless love is immeasurable, unlike constrained, selfish attachments. Consider a garden parched by drought; when rain finally comes, every plant rejoices with new life. That revitalizing energy is divine love. All creation follows a sustainable, … read more »
Bhakti Yoga
Bhakti is the sole refuge in the Kali Yuga.Human capacity for traditional discipline is lost; yama and niyama remain only in books. People are fragmented, unable to perform austeries or control their feelings. Only devotion remains as the one hope. Yet, both Bhakti and … read more »
Reduce your needs
Mantra is a spiritual seed that grows into the complete tree of yoga and liberation.A mantra is a potent sound, a seed containing vast meaning. From this seed extends chanting, devotional songs, and the entire path. Bhajans express devotion, while the pursuit of knowledge leads to the formless divine. Action … read more »
The great saints Anushuya and Dattatreya
The divine path is revealed through faith and the preservation of sacred culture.Disciples arrive with various desires, yet knowledge alone is not perfection. The story of Anasūyā illustrates supreme faith. The gods Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva came to test her principle. Each was transformed into a child by … read more »
Life is not a destination
The soul's journey is inherently solitary, guided by destiny and the essence of all scripture.The essence of all philosophy is condensed into key words. Giving happiness brings happiness; giving trouble brings trouble. Every being desires happiness alone. The Ātmā is non-dual and with all, while the individual soul is lonely … read more »
Stretch and strengthen
Yoga requires a balance of stretching and strengthening.Muscles hold tension and shorten, restricting prāṇa flow. Stretching releases this, allowing breath to reach tissues and balance the nervous system. The parasympathetic system calms; the sympathetic activates. Yet, stretching alone can over-lengthen ligaments. Strengthening muscles … read more »
With Satsang you are always protected
Satsa g and the company of a saint are exceedingly rare in this age.These are the two rare things described in scripture. Satsa g, where the glory of God is spoken, provides inspiration and the right spiritual direction. A saint is recognized by purity in thought, word, and deed, … read more »
Six techniques of hatha yoga
Haṭha Yoga is the path of willpower and purification leading to the highest consciousness.The term haṭha signifies forceful will. This will manifests in four primary forms. A child's determined will is Bāl Haṭh. A woman's powerful will is Triyā Haṭh. A ruler's commanding will is Rājā Haṭh. A yogi's … read more »
Healthy way of fasting
The human body is a wondrous coach for spiritual journey.The full moon is a spiritually potent time for purification through disciplined fasting, which cleanses physical impurities and strengthens willpower. This body is pulled by the ten wild horses of the senses. The intellect acts as … read more »
Where there is a human, there is a culture
Culture arises from sacred rituals designed to educate and harmonize humanity with nature.God endowed humans with divine power, but like the saved snake or the mouse turned tiger, they often turn against their benefactor. Without devotion, humans are like animals. To save the world from chaos, the ancient … read more »
Purify the karmic smog through karmayoga
The essence of yoga is realizing the Ātmā, which transcends physical practice.The ultimate aim is Ātmā Jñāna, complete knowledge of the Self, achieved through Ātmacintan and Ātmā Anubhūti. Physical yoga supports health but cannot alone fulfill the human purpose. The highest principle is Guru Tattva, the embodiment … read more »
Searching Brahmagyana
The inner path and the teacher's responsibility are defined by spiritual principles.Every individual possesses five layers, the pañca kośas, within which resides the jīvātmā. Final spiritual achievement is possible only through Guru Kṛpā. A Gurumukhī follows the guru's teachings and mantra, while a Manmukhī is enslaved by … read more »
Pancha Amrita, The five nectars
The path of realization begins with compassion.Śrāvaṇa month is dedicated to Śiva, marked by abhiṣeka with pañcāmṛta: water, honey, milk, yogurt, and butter. This ritual purifies. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra calms the universal fire within the Śivali ga. Theoretical knowledge is like a … read more »