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A guided journey harmonizing the elements within the body and integrating meditation with physical practice. Relax the body and align the spine. Connect with the earth for strength and safety. Harmonize the water element within. Contact the fire element at the navel to burn disturbances and circulate pure energy. Connect with the air element at the chest, inhaling light prāṇa and exhaling heaviness. The mantra accompanies this process, opening the heart. Contact the space element at the throat, feeling borderless freedom. Consciously withdraw into the silent, peaceful inner space. Coordinate breath with the mantra SO HAM between navel and throat. After relaxation, integrate this awareness into movement. Perform simple āsanas with conscious breathing, connecting movement and breath from neck to toes. Feel the body after movement. Conclude with a short prāṇāyāma, using alternate nostril breathing to connect with lunar and solar energies, before ending in stillness. "With every inhalation, you bring more light and lightness into your chest. With every exhalation, all that is dark and heavy comes out." "Feel the connection of your breathing process and movement. Be aware of where you are and how you feel." Filming location: Austria

Peace arises from universal love and fulfilling our fundamental duties. Violence and suffering persist because people fail to recognize the divine in all beings. True peace is internal, not external; it is the way itself. All living beings desire happiness and avoid suffering. Causing pain returns as pain, while giving happiness brings happiness. Our human intellect carries the responsibility to act for good, not for harm. Current conflicts and environmental destruction stem from neglecting this duty and from ingrained habits like anger and greed. Love must extend beyond our immediate circle to all creatures, as exemplified by the compassion felt for a pet. The consumption of meat and exploitation of animals reflect a lack of this awakened universal love. Fulfilling five core debts is essential for spiritual progress. These are duties to mother, father, the natural elements, all teachers, and the spiritual master. Honoring these obligations purifies our path. When these duties are fulfilled, we can advance; otherwise, we remain in cycles of suffering. Pray for forgiveness and grace, irrespective of specific faith. Strive to live in harmony, extending love and peace to all creation. "Peace itself is the way." "If you give pain to some other being, you will get it back." Filming location: Austria

The grace of satsaṅga and the urgency of spiritual practice are highlighted. Two Croatian sannyāsīs were elevated to Mahāmaṇḍaleśvara after thorough scrutiny by the Akhāṛās. The title demands respect, honoring the whole paramparā. Satsaṅga with Gurudev surpasses even the Himalayas, dissolving time’s meaning. Divine moments flee swiftly, incomparable to any worldly experience. Knowledge and love rain like nectar during satsaṅga. A parable tells of a hunter who received a pāras stone to turn iron into gold. He delayed buying iron, waiting for price drops the entire ten days. The stone was returned unused, opportunity wasted by procrastination. Seekers came to the seminar yet risked squandering the chance through lack of engagement. Discipline fails in Kali Yuga; the only refuge is God’s name. Devotion, prayer, mantra, kīrtan, and pūjā carry one across illusion’s ocean. The sannyāsī uniform protects both the wearer and the tradition. Spiritual practice balances worldly duties with liberation work. The maṇipūra cakra is the center; uniting prāṇa and apāna there generates transforming vibration. Women have equal right to sannyāsa, cultivating a mother’s merciful heart. Surrender to God and divine Śakti is essential. “In Kali Yuga, the only support is the name of God—devotion, prayer, repeating your mantra, kīrtan, pūjā. O human, by repeating the name of God, you can cross the ocean of māyā.” “What is impossible, he makes possible. What is possible, he can make impossible. Even death has no chance to come near.” Filming location: Duga Uvala, Croatia

Satsang and Sanātana Dharma reveal the rare path back to the universal principle. Sanātana Dharma is the beginningless, endless law maintaining integrity in all nature. It is the dharma of the tree to grow and give shade, the river to flow, the body’s senses to function. The five living elements—earth, water, fire, air, space—must be preserved in living spaces. Excess is prohibited; going against nature brings punishment. The Vedas teach living in harmony with nature, not naming any personal God. Imbalance in the mind disrupts this dharma, causing negative states. Mantra chanting restores harmony from the navel upward. Mythological images are symbolic: the embryo in amniotic fluid is Viṣṇu on the ocean, the lotus is the navel, and the brain’s creativity is Brahmā. All scriptures ultimately declare two laws: giving good brings good, giving bad brings bad. All beings desire happiness; no one desires sorrow. Use the mind wisely, avoiding negative thoughts that create inner tension. Smiling relaxes the whole being; frowning contracts muscles and harms the heart. Causing pain to any creature violates this dharma. The immortal soul is divine, while man-made plastic is a destructive immortality. Fire’s dharma is to burn without discrimination; karma yields results without compromise. Remain happy, chant the divine name, and see the one Brahman in all forms. "If you give good, you get good; if you do bad, you get bad." "Sanātana Dharma says, maintain all of nature. Don't go against nature, otherwise nature will punish you." Filming location: Duga Uvala, Croatia

The grace of the holy feet is bestowed through divine compassion. This gathering honors the incarnation day of a beloved Gurudev. The world requires divine incarnations to uphold Dharma. There are two types: Nitya, the eternal principle, and Naimittika, those who manifest in specific ages. To recognize a saint, one must open the heart, for divinity resides where devotees sing with love. Outer appearance or robes do not define a saint; it is the inner color of devotion and consciousness. Doubt spoils spiritual progress like a drop of sourness in milk. True spiritual wealth is passed from Guru to disciple through strict discipline, immense love, and unwavering dedication to pure teaching. The Guru's grace is vivid and protective even beyond the physical form. "‘Avatāra’ means one who comes into this world to uplift Yogamāyā." "I live there where my bhaktas sing my name with love, with devotion."

The essence of spiritual practice is personal, direct effort. One cannot delegate the work and expect to receive the result. Farming requires the farmer's personal attention. Love demands one's own presence. Prayer and mantra must be performed by the seeker for their own benefit. An itch must be scratched by one's own hand to find the precise spot. Spiritual practice is the same; it cannot be outsourced. Theory is abundant, but a single gram of practice outweighs it. Practice makes perfect. All aspects of yoga—prāṇāyāma, mudrās, and the science of the vital energies—require personal application and experience. Prāṇāyāma is a foundational science for physical and mental health, regulating systems and cleansing the mind. The techniques are specific and must be applied with understanding, not randomly. Half-knowledge is more dangerous than ignorance. You must do it yourself. "Khetī, pṛthī, prathānā, put tane khujal, jo suk chahe prāṇī, hato hat sambhal." "Tons of theory are nothing compared to a gram of practice." Filming location: UK

The light of Gurudeva is the theme. Gurudeva’s mercy alone carries beings across the ocean of ignorance. The dust of the guru’s feet brings ultimate liberation. The guru’s grace deletes past destiny. Meditate on the guru’s beautiful form in the heart, and worldliness stays far away. Repeat the holy name constantly to receive that grace. The eye of the heart opens through the ointment of the mantra. Without this inner vision, one sees only the outer fruit. Elderly people’s darśan equals pilgrimage. Parents give only blessings, never anything else. The impossible becomes possible by Gurudeva. When the heart-lotus blossoms, divine sight awakens. Faith is not tested by arguments, but by surrender. The vessel must be clean for that grace to flow. Mercy cannot be bought with money or power. One must become a true recipient through humility. Realization arises not from books, but from the guru’s living presence. “Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī is an incarnation of Īśvara.” “Sadguru kṛpā hī unkī vidhnā kī mitāvan hārā he.” Filming location: Duga Uvala, Croatia

The mirror within reveals time, karma, and devotion, showing the unalterable line of destiny. Time is created by humans; beyond space and time there is no change. The jīvātmā is a bundle of karmas, dissolved into only Ātmā. One is not the body, mind, or intellect, yet identifies with them to project karmas. The inner mirror is found by looking within, revealing one’s reality. God grants freedom to act, but the fruits are destined by Vidhātā. The past is gone; present awareness shapes the future. Devotion means respect; three types of beings exist: the worst avoid, the middle wait for orders, the best anticipate needs. A devoted son carrying blind parents faltered under negative influence but repented. A king hunting with a sound-directed arrow mistook him for an animal and killed him. The son’s last sorrow was for his thirsty parents; the king was cursed to die suffering separation from his son. That king was Daśaratha, father of Rāma, showing karma’s unfolding. Later, Kaikeyī, manipulated, used boons to exile Rāma and crown Bharata. Rāma accepted exile joyfully; Daśaratha died remembering the fatal arrow. Destiny cannot be changed, only tilted or prevented by avoiding new karma. Purify the inner instruments—manas, buddhi, citta, ahaṃkāra—to remove veils of impurity. Even God in human form endures karmic suffering to liberate. "Mukha dekh prāṇī darpaṇ meṃ, O human, look at your face in the mirror." "Sadā bhāī, karma kī rekhā nyārī nyārī. O brothers, the line of your karma, every one of you has a different one." Filming location: Duga Uvala, Croatia

Victory here signifies God's protection of goodness. There are four kinds of milk. The first comes from all animals that give milk. The second is a mother's own milk, granting strength, love, and wisdom. The third is from nature, plant milks like coconut or soy. The fourth milk remains undisclosed; it must be sought. The mother is the first God; she introduces the father. Parents must offer children wisdom and love, not mere toys. The word guru means one who leads from darkness to light. Following the guru's instructions, Guru Vākya, prevents critical mistakes. Only a Satguru, a Brahmajñānī Guru, truly completes human life. The soul wanders through countless lives, tormented by death's messengers. Taking shelter in the Guru brings supreme happiness. The Guru's wisdom pours like nectar rain, quenching thirst and granting fearlessness and bliss. The Guru alone can transform a disciple into a Guru. Be cautious with rulers, yogis, fire, and water; deep protection comes from divine grace. "Gu means darkness, Ru means light. One who leads from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge is a master." "Abhaṁ Guru Śaraṇa Sukhapāya—now I have found this happiness in the shelter of my Gurudeva." Filming location: Duga Uvala, Croatia

Silence is a spiritual practice for Self-realization. It is a technique for self-inquiry, to ask "who am I?" Impurities are the first obstacle. Our own negative thinking creates immense disturbances; this is the second obstacle. The third is the curtain of ignorance. Words are a powerful weapon, for harm or peace. Therefore, self-inquiry should be done with silence. This practice requires immense energy and purifies the inner instrument. Focus on one practice to master everything; trying everything leads to loss. Have single-pointed faith in your guide. "If you practice one thing, you master everything. And if you are trying to do everything, you will lose everything." "For you, the uniform which Gurudev gave you, that is the greatest. No planets nor any constellations will attack you."

The spiritual path requires mastering discipline to move from unconscious to superconscious states. Buddha's training involved begging for alms for twelve years to erase ego. Modern practitioners often avoid such hardship. Every religion contains hard disciplines, like turning the other cheek, but few practice them. Self-realization is difficult because we are full of desires and anger. Buddha practiced severe austerities, like walking barefoot to avoid harming creatures and dividing his alms into five parts. Enlightenment is the awakening of knowledge in the intellect, called bodha. Our consciousness operates on three levels: waking, sleep, and dream. Beneath that lies the unconscious, storing past karma and destiny. The subconscious records all life impressions from the moment the soul descends through the elements into this world. Through practice, we aim for higher consciousness beyond these three states, reaching Turīya and then Turīyātīta, beyond time and the three gunas. Samādhi can be with seed (Savikalpa) or without seed (Nirvikalpa), like Buddha's. A single desire can pull consciousness down from a high state. "Buddha underwent very hard training, which means discipline." "If someone gives you a slap on your cheek, then your second…? Are you able to do this, my dear?"

The sleep of a yogi is a conscious practice, not unconscious rest. We pass through three states: waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. Most people lose their human life in sleep and gossip. A yogi masters the transition between these states, remaining aware as consciousness shifts. This practice is Yoga Nidra, where the body rests but awareness is fully alert at the tenth door, the Brahmarandhra. It purifies the subconscious and replaces ordinary sleep. Do not sleep at sunrise or sunset, as these are times for prayer, not rest. Your dreams reveal your true impressions and relationships. The company of good people and this conscious practice is the best treatment for the mind. Understand the transition; do not miss the moment consciousness changes from waking to sleep. Preserve spiritual poetry like bhajans perfectly, as they contain unchangeable wisdom. "Yogīs, 24 hours their consciousness is involved with the brahmarāgya." "In that sleep, he is awakened." Filming location: USA

True knowledge requires unwavering adherence to a pure spiritual system and the humility to receive it. Many modern products are made poorly, designed for repeated purchase. Spiritual knowledge cannot be similarly compromised. Just as many blossoms do not bear fruit, many spiritual aspirants will not ripen to truth. One must remain connected to the source; leaving that protection means losing the quality, like water flowing from the Ganges into other channels. Knowledge must be personally tasted to be known; intellectual understanding is insufficient. This supreme wisdom can only reside in a perfectly purified vessel, a humble and surrendered heart. It is tested in crisis through one's righteousness, endurance, true friends, and loyal partner. Ultimate trust is placed only in the Divine. "Only those fruits that remain on the branch will thrive. What we call the fruit lives on truth." "Brahmajñāna can only remain in the heart, consciousness, and intellect of such a devotee. It does not matter who is who. It means always be humble, surrendered."

All creation originates from one seed of consciousness. Countless beings inhabit earth, water, and air, born through various means. Human life is precious, yet claiming superiority is discrimination. We exist in an ocean of Māyā—ignorance and illusion—which all creatures face. To cross this ocean, one cannot rely on personal strength alone. A vessel is required. The disciplined practice of four principles provides this vessel: conduct, thinking, nourishment, and recreation. Mastery over behavior, thoughts, diet, and lifestyle allows one to navigate life's turbulence. Trust in the divine, the one shelter, is essential. Do not be deceived by divisions; God is one. Through steady practice and faith, one reaches the far shore. "Satguru Nām Jahājhe—the name of the Gurudeva is the boat. Those who will sit in will cross the ocean." "Ācār, vicār, āhār, and vihār—these are the four principles to cross this ocean of māyā." Filming locations: Adriatic coast, Croatia.

A celebration of Kṛṣṇa’s birthday brings teachings on child care, resilience, and yoga in daily life. In child care, have the baby face the mother in a car to avoid fear. Carrying a baby in a cloth requires proper knowledge to prevent suffocation. Common sense and elder wisdom must guide these practices. A story prepared with children illustrates the journey of life. In a faraway village, Mohan and Maya were born poor but grateful. They received school sponsorship from a visiting couple. An earthquake killed their parents, but they survived on the way to school. Faith in God is the sure refuge in sorrow. The couple adopted them and brought them to a new country. Maya struggled to accept a new mother, vowing never to replace her own. She realized her deep love for her brother Mohan. Mohan’s good conduct and willingness to help led to keeping a rescued dog. By helping others, one helps oneself. The children later taught their friends yoga in daily life. Do not let problems stop you; keep faith and continue with duties. Children are the culture of tomorrow, needing natural education in ethics and spirituality. “Children are the culture of tomorrow, the light of spirituality. In whichever direction children go, in that direction the nation will go.” “Be good to all people and help others; by helping others, you help yourself as well.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The inner field requires ceaseless cultivation. The farmer removes rocks of pride and ego, leaving holes of uncertainty and doubt. Thorns of clinging qualities stick despite care. Weeds of mental infection—doubt, laziness, hopelessness—reappear. These deep roots may survive lifetimes. Sādhanā begins, but the field is never fully clean without constant vigilance. Purify the body through ṣaṭ kriyās—Śaṅkha Prakṣālana, netī, dhautī, bastī, trāṭaka, kapālabhāti. Eat sattvic food: vegetables, fruits, garlic to thin the blood for prāṇāyāma, chili to induce cooling sweat, spices to sustain glandular health. Chew mukvās of anise, sesame, cardamom, clove to aid digestion and freshen breath. Such inner cleansing reflects outwardly. The field of heart and consciousness is plowed with gentle dharma. Sow the seed Oṁ. Water it with bhakti. Dayā, mercy, is the root of dharma; without it, sin’s foundation of abhimāna, pride, takes hold. Follow the guru’s instructions unfailingly. Guard the growing crop from the birds of bad association and neglect. At harvest, wisdom ripens. One brings it to the market of satsaṅg, where speech shines like pearls. The secret is discipline and the guru’s grace. Rare saints recognize this adbhuta rūpa, the indescribable form. Remove lust, anger, pride, greed, and envy. “Dayā dharma kā mūla hai, pāpa kā mūla abhimāna.” “Kāma, krodha, mada, lobha nihāro, īrṣā choḍo bhakta janā.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Gaṇeśa is the foundational principle of intelligence and stability, governing the root of being. A solid foundation prevents disturbance from emotional or physical imbalances. This principle, called Śubha or Maṅgala, signifies auspiciousness and success in all beginnings. It is honored through rituals that establish sweetness and blessings, fostering good relations. Gaṇeśa as a protector guards against negative energies. Divine incarnations manifest to restore balance, appearing when negativity culminates, yet destruction is ultimately born from one's own inner deeds. Spiritual practice involves cultivating positive energy and mercy. "Gaṇeśa is the Lord of all these Gaṇas, the Supreme." "It is not I who am killing them, destroying them. It is their inner thoughts and deeds that are killing them." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Brahma Vidyā teaches sustainable living as continuous divine creation. The God-made world is perfect, giving all that is needed. True sustainability is continuity, not economic smoothness. The man-made world destroys nature and cannot self-repair. Humanity has become one-sided, losing diverse practical skills. Knowledge of seasonal cooking is lost, causing widespread illness. Eating out of season and using central heating disrupts the body’s natural balance. Cold drinks with warm meals confuse the digestive fire. Outsourcing memory to devices weakens natural recall. Brahma Kriyā purifies the inner instrument and removes obstructions. Practice the kriyā slowly, focusing on the solar plexus with the mantra Śivo’ham. This awakens the Maṇipūra Chakra, activating the body’s self-healing factory. Yoga regenerates glands and hormones, restoring harmony. Relearn cooking with correct spices to support this renewal. Detach from emotional ties to possessions and habits. Love all creatures to create heaven here. Let consciousness steadily move toward the divine light. "Sustainability means continuity. Nothing is blocked." "Mother’s hands cook the food. Even a twenty-star hotel cannot replace it." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Summer seminar in Strilky with Swami Gajanand. In the Mandukya Upanishad it is said: OM is this imperishable Word. OM is the Universe, and this is the exposition of OM. The past, the present and the future, all that was, all that is, all that will be, is OM. Likewise all else that may exist beyond the bounds of time, that too is OM. All this Universe is the Eternal Brahman, this Self is the Eternal, and the Self is fourfold. There are different levels of the consciousness we go through every day like waking, dreaming and sleeping. Everything is included in the letters AUM and it means: every existence is Om.

Compassion and true knowledge form the essential spiritual path. The current age presents many disturbances where only divine remembrance offers hope. The specific form of spiritual practice is less important than its essence, as divisions are human creations. Compassion is fundamental, as all life shares the same consciousness. Killing any creature is a grave act, for animals feel fear and pain. True Ayurveda is a pure science of sattva, not advocating meat, which is tamasic. Authentic knowledge is rare and requires direct, humble engagement with nature's healing qualities. Do not be misled by mixed or incomplete teachings. Your spiritual energy is recharged through correct practice, pure diet, and non-violence. "All creatures are my Self. Every ātmā is Paramātmā." "Eat grains that grow in the field, nuts, honey, and milk. You will not be ill." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The sacred science of Devanāgarī is explained. Devanāgarī means "divine citizens"; each letter is a mātṛkā, a mother-energy of Divine Śakti. Repeating the alphabet is japa that purifies the nervous system and fulfills wishes. Swāmījī teaches it as the speech of the astral world, a code from Śiva’s ḍamaru at creation. An akṣara is immortal; spoken it is mantra, written it is yantra—the universe is created from these sounds and dissolves back. During mahāpralaya, the five elements exist only in their sound-forms. The alphabet comprises 49 letters matching directions, wind gods, and chakra lotuses. Vowels, Svara, resonate as consciousness, Śiva; they are basis for bīja mantras. A is absolute consciousness, I is willpower, U is the primal sound nāda. Long vowels carry intensified Śakti; long Ī is the Divine Mother. Ṛ is the seed of fire and dharma; Ḹ represents earth, joy, and devotion. Derived vowels join qualities: E is harmony, O is the cosmic syllable Oṃ, Ai is intelligence, Au is eternal consciousness. The sixteen vowels mirror moon phases; Chandra Bindu grants fullness. Consonants, Vyañjana, are Śakti giving form; half-consonants ya, ra, la, va, ha are bījas for chakras and elements. The Sa sounds relate to prāṇa and guṇas: śa is peace, ṣa stimulation, sa unity; ha is the exhaling sun. From A to Ha with M forms Aham, the ever-united Śiva-Śakti. In Mantra Puruṣa, vowels form the head, consonants the limbs, half-consonants tissues, and Sa sounds prāṇa—the body as sound. "It is said that when we repeat the alphabet from the beginning to the end, we achieve success and our wishes will come true." "Vowels embody the quality of Śiva — pure consciousness — while consonants embody Śakti — creative energy." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The practice of chanting Om is an attunement to an eternal vibration. Om is never created; it exists always as the root vibration of all creation. Chanting merely imitates this real, divine sound. Through imitation, contact with the ever-present Om arises. Even without chanting, Om pervades; stillness reveals it. This is Nada Yoga—listening to the inherent divine sound. Mantra is not a physical object transferred from guru to disciple. Initiation means awakening to the mantra already within you. The master gives awareness and technique to activate that inner treasure. Mantra practice purifies mind and accumulated karmas. Purification resembles cleaning a long-neglected attic: old dirt and forgotten memories surface. The confrontation is individual and often difficult. Persistent practice leads to inner bliss, Saccidānanda, without external cause. The core relationship to purify is with the Guru. The Guru is not a limited physical body but Guru Tattva, consciousness everywhere. Realize the inner Guru, present before any thought. “Oṃ is a reality. Every true original mantra is a divine vibration pervading the universe at all times.” “Mananāt trāyate iti mantraḥ—that which, when constantly contemplated, liberates the mind.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Oṁ is the primordial sound and origin of all creation, visualized as a sacred symbol containing the universe. Its form, revealed in meditation, integrates the Sanskrit letters A, U, and M. These represent the divine trinity and the three universal qualities. The central point, or bindu, is Śiva as the self-manifesting source, from which all solar systems and elements arise. Śiva appears in twelve places as Jyotirliṅgas—pillars of light. Śakti is the feminine creative energy in all things, not a gender concept. Māyā is the illusion of separateness and ignorance causing suffering; it is dispelled by the wisdom of oneness. True wealth is inner wisdom, which cannot be taken away. The ongoing construction of an Oṁ monument embodies this universal creation. "Oṁ is the origin. Everything began with that sound." "Your wisdom is your Lakṣmī, your wealth. What is in your knowledge, no one can take away." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The cleansing of the heart is the true purification. Old habits are difficult to overcome, like a path worn in snow. We pollute our water and threaten life. Plastic and impure food are snakes in our hands; they harm health and the planet. Decision-makers consume organic while selling polluted products. Eating meat is not a religious matter but one of mercy and non-violence. True strength comes from prāṇa and pure nourishment, not from seedless, genetically manipulated food. Youth lack energy from such diets. The practice of prāṇāyāma and sādhanā improves immunity by directing energy through the nāḍīs and chakras. Life is in the seed; without it, nothing grows. Cleaning a lake is cleaning the inner instrument, the antaḥkaraṇa. Impurities like doubt and jealousy dirty the heart. Purification requires the rock of selfless work, the water of devotion, and the soap of spiritual knowledge. "Outside, men and women are cleaning the laundry... but in their heart is a kapaṭ, trick, jealousy." "Put the soap of the jñāna. This soap then will clean everything." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The path from self-realization to Brahmajñāna requires navigating the ocean of devotion and karma. Self-realization is merely the beginning of a greater journey toward Brahman. Upon self-realization, one rises above karmic attack like a helicopter above lions. However, even a realized being may still endure the physical karma of the body, as a destiny to be witnessed. Karma manifests as chains; negative karma is an iron chain, while good karma is a golden one. Both can bind. Those who criticize a self-realized being receive that being's bad karma. One must also relinquish good karma to avoid being pulled back to worldly existence. This process demands vivekā, or discernment. Control over speech and patience are essential. Doubt can cause the loss of spiritual vision. Life is a rare human opportunity with the freedom to choose the divine path. "Father, forgive them, because they don’t know what they’re doing." "Kṣamā baḍoṁ ko hote hai," or "chotoṁ ko utpāt," only the great ones can forgive you. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Human life is balanced upon four pillars: dharma, artha, kāma, and mokṣa. Dharma is the foundational principle of nature, discipline, and purity; it is not man-made religion. Protecting dharma ensures protection. Artha is material wealth required for survival and to help others, but greed for excess creates bondage, especially in Kali Yuga where gold and money distort values. True wealth lies in generosity, not possession. Spiritual practices like the Gāyatrī Mantra harmonize the system and connect to the divine, but inner purification of the antahkarana requires more than ritual; it requires selfless action and sacrifice. Impurities of mala, vikṣepa, and āvaraṇa cloud the intellect and consciousness. Freedom given by God comes with responsibility for one's own actions and their fruits. "Dharma rakṣita rakṣitaḥ." If you protect dharma, dharma will protect you. "Chidiā chāñch bharle gayī, nade na ghaṭyo neer, Dharma kiye dhan na ghaṭye, kah gayā Dāsa Kabīr." A bird filled its beak from the river; the water did not diminish. Similarly, wealth given for righteousness does not decrease. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The body is a city with the soul as king. Mind and senses are subjects. Do not become their slave. This city is filled with cheaters. It is a divine trial. Outer and inner worlds reflect divine beauty. Inner impurities veil true perception. Mala, vikṣepa, and āvaraṇa are these impurities. Āvaraṇa is the curtain of ignorance. Vidyā, learning, removes this veil. True knowledge is jñāna. Knowledge without jñāna creates harm. Man-made knowledge produces immortal plastic. Divine knowledge liberates the immortal soul. Devotion, detachment, and wisdom wash away ignorance. The wise meet and share wisdom, bringing joy. “Tum Kāyā Nagarī Kā Rājā, Man Indriye Terī Prajā, Mat Kar Iskī Gulāmī, Ātmā Rājā Antaryāmī.” “Anek janma dhoye manakū, citāī ho to aisī ho.”

Kaṭha praṇām is a superior practice, a blessing for yoga and life. The body is a temporary temple, essential for all spiritual work. Neglecting it is foolish. It is a divine creation, meticulously formed, a precious instrument for the soul. Therefore, respect and listen to the body. Āsanas and prāṇāyāma are foundational, not lower techniques. They are the roots and trunk supporting higher meditation. The nāḍī system transfers cosmic energy like electrical cables. Practice gently, honoring this gift. "This body is temporary, but it is a temple of our spirit." "Without the body, you can’t meditate. Without the body, you can’t make kriyās."

Brahmavidyā is the science for mastering the prāṇas. Meditation with mantra is its key, harmonizing energy and reducing unnecessary mental fluctuations called vṛttis. Patañjali describes two vṛttis: kliṣṭa, which are disturbing, and akliṣṭa, which are not. Both are influenced by social company. A single negative seed can sprout into a vast tree of negativity. These vṛttis must be purified through mantra and meditation, as meditation without mantra offers no spiritual benefit. One must also have a concrete spiritual aim. Companionship is crucial; a single negative conversation can spoil years of practice. The inner instruments of mind, intellect, consciousness, and ego possess immense power but are trapped in a net of one's own vṛttis. Purification of these impurities is essential. A wise person digests negative input and offers only nectar in return, representing pure speech. The teachings of the Guru must be presented with purity, without personal ego. "Meditation without mantra is a body without a soul." "One negative word which is put in your brain will multiply." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Self-realization is but the beginning of the path to Brahmajñāna. The human body, especially the ten fingers, is a precious instrument gifted by God. Utilize these gifts rightly for a happy life and to attain self-realization. Self-realization is not final; Brahmajñāna lies beyond. After self-realization, hard work begins, like a president taking office. There are four inner instruments: manas, buddhi, citta, ahaṁkāra. Manas is a mighty elephant driving one to heaven or hell. Buddhi, intellect alone, is dry and cannot lead to self-realization. Colored by love, intellect becomes viveka, a rocket to Brahmaloka. Citta must be expanded; a narrow citta overflows with thoughts causing unrest. Expand citta, and thoughts disperse, allowing peace. Ahaṁkāra, ego, is necessary but dominating ego separates from God. These four form a trap, like a net or caged tiger. Karma is performed through body, mind, speech, and wealth, creating good or bad. After self-realization, one carries disciples’ burdens and filters the best aspirants. The ultimate Brahmajñāna is the jīva merging into Brahman, like a drop into the ocean. Purification of the antaḥkaraṇa is thus essential. “Self-realization means now begins the hard work.” “Brahma satyaṁ, jagat mithyā: Brahman is the truth, the world is unreal.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Śiva Liṅga represents the entire universe, the body of Śiva which is all space, energy, and vibration. During Śrāvaṇa month, performing Abhiṣeka on a Śiva Liṅga fulfills wishes and it becomes a Jyotirliṅga, the light of the universe. There are fourteen worlds within this cosmic system and 2,100 solar systems, each a Brahmāṇḍa embodying Śiva. Consciousness can travel these realms through samādhi. The individual soul can become one with Śiva, beyond all argument and duality. Doubt removes one from this truth, binding one to the cycle of worlds. Rakṣā Bandhan symbolizes the thread of protection and liberation from karmic ties. Cultural festivals are beautiful when understood spiritually, but misunderstanding distorts them. Our origin is one; duality is a problem of the mind. Inner impurities, disturbances, and ignorance veil the Brahman within, which sādhanā seeks to reveal. "Śiva Liṅgaṃ means the entire universe. That is the attribute of Śiva." "Rakṣā means protection. Bandhan se nirbandhan kīna, Gurudev? He can free us from this tie of the karma."

The Satguru's arrival initiates a profound inner transformation. The divine sound 'So'haṃ' is imparted, revealing the Supreme Light. The vital energy reverses its flow, and the inner channels are unified. Awareness turns inward to the cave of the ear, where a throne of lightning flashes. Colored forms are revealed, culminating in the Satguru manifesting within the very eye of awareness. The self meets its own Self. The mind finds its goal and the heart is filled with joy. "He gave the So'haṃ śabda, the sound of 'I am That.'" "The Satguru has come into the eye of awareness."

The teachings of yoga are divine revelations, not human inventions. All classical techniques, from āsanas to prāṇāyāma, originate from this source. The primary vehicle for this knowledge within our tradition is the bhajan. These are not merely songs but sacred utterances containing the complete spiritual path. They encompass mantra, meditation, and the detailed processes of Kuṇḍalinī awakening. A teacher provides the system and explanation, yet the experiences described in the bhajans confirm the teachings. The practices lead from conscious effort to spontaneous inner awakening, where sound becomes light and the heart opens to final realization. "All the yoga teachings are revealed divine knowledge." "The mantra, the sound, changes into light." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The spiritual path is a drop-by-drop sādhanā, revealed on Guru Pūrṇimā. Everything already exists within; outer life unfolds from that inner source. Looking back along the path, change and progress are visible. A first encounter with the Guru ignites a lasting flame. Daily effort resembles small birds drying the ocean drop by drop. “Nāhaṁ Karatā” removes guilt when things go wrong. The Guru carries fifty percent, guiding from head, hands, and legs. Imperfect beings do what they can, not what they plan, and the Guru steers toward Pūrṇatā inside. Distractions appear—a mosquito breaking a pact, a lesson in staying aware. Forced demands fracture friendship; authentic change happens naturally. Simply be on the path and transformation occurs in a second. The Master never gives up, standing unwavering. Million greetings to the One who turns negative into divine. The inner Ātmā is the invisible Sadguru, ever-present. Joy and knowledge sought outside already reside within. Divine timing overrides all personal schedules. So, walk as you are, drop by drop, with gratitude. “According to ‘Nāhaṁ Karatā,’ we are not guilty if something goes wrong.” “If something touches your heart, take it. If something was wrong, don’t think about it.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sanskrit is a divine, systematic language originating from Vedic Sanskrit, the language of the Vedas and their auxiliary sciences. It is part of the vast Indo-European family, sharing deep roots with many modern languages. Sanskrit's perfection lies in its precise grammar and unlimited capacity for word creation from verbal roots, allowing exact expression of all thoughts, including subtle spiritual states. It is the language of mantras, whose vibrations harmonize the entire being. Studying Sanskrit organizes the mind, enhances memory and concentration, and serves as a foundation for learning. Its richness and clarity make it unparalleled; modern languages often lack its capacity, leading to imprecise expression. The language's architecture reflects cosmic principles, with speech understood as a primal vibration emanating from consciousness itself. "Learning Sanskrit helps to organize the mind, making it a perfect tool for those with restless or disordered thoughts." "Sanskrit is a perfect language capable of expressing all thoughts and thinking processes." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The call to spiritual inquiry arises from the pain of separation from one's true nature. Pain is inherent in life and serves as a motivator. Suffering, however, is an optional response. We are conditioned by identifications and roles, creating a confused personality. This identification with what we are not generates persistent pain. Satsang addresses this pain by pointing toward truth. Our lives are organized around the body and mind, instruments we play, obscuring the fundamental reality. Spiritual practice involves inquiring into the unchanging Self beneath transient thoughts and feelings. Concepts like karma operate in duality, but surrender dissolves them. Enlightenment is not an achievement but a result of grace. The essential inquiry is why postpone this realization for tomorrow instead of seeking it now. "Pain is normal, and suffering is an option in life." "Enlightenment is not something that we can do. Or on what we can work towards. It happens only by grace." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Swāmījī’s absence is a training in tapasyā. Swāmījī’s absence must be accepted as the master working directly, a test of seriousness in sādhanā. When the master shouts, it is a direct blessing beyond mere teaching. Holī Gurujī’s voice transformed beautifully after Mahāprabhujī shouted at his singing. A Tibetan disciple, sick with stomach ache, was made head of a ceremony and then struck in the belly. The blow caused forceful farting, public humiliation, and his mind collapsed into samādhi, enlightenment. Nāropa was beaten on the head with a wooden shoe by his guru and instantly attained realization. A leprous woman on a narrow path was a test of compassion; jumping over her blocked finding the teacher. Fasting purifies the body, day by day releasing stored impurities and switching to inner nourishment. Eating only until three-quarters full leaves space that fills with fine spiritual energy. Mauna sensitizes one to the waste of unnecessary talk and refines inner awareness. Tapasyā removes accumulated karmas and leads to authentic joy. Pārvatī practiced severe tapasyā to win Śiva, and her love grew purer through the effort. Creation itself rests on the power of tapasyā, as Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva all act through it. Without satsaṅg, vairāgya does not develop; without satsaṅg, bhakti remains inaccessible. Satsaṅg enables acceptance of hardship and turns sādhanā into a joyful discipline. This seminar, with Swāmījī’s physical absence, is a created opportunity for intensive tapasyā. “Tapasyā leads to joy and puts an end to pain and karma.” “Vairāgya nahi hovare bina satsaṅg.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Human life has three purposes: to attain spiritual knowledge, to perform good deeds, and to devote oneself to the Lord. Spiritual knowledge is essential for liberation from bondage and attaining ultimate peace. Good deeds form the foundation of a righteous life. Devotion involves constant remembrance and worship of the divine. These principles guide a successful human existence. "Ātmā vā are draṣṭavyaḥ, śrotavyaḥ, mantavyaḥ." "Sarvam prāṇam prapadye."

Divine souls descend to guide mortals from suffering to immortality. One such master left the mortal world decades ago, having announced his departure. He first appeared in mountain ranges, his entire life marked by miraculous deeds and foreknowledge for human welfare. He transformed worldly people into saints. We mistakenly identify with our temporary roles and bodies, but reality is different. Great gurus come to reveal the path from mortality to immortality. If fortunate to follow their teachings as disciples, they guide every step, avoiding hardships, provided we cultivate trust and devotion. He once dissolved his own ashram when he saw people attended only for food and atmosphere, commanding all to flee as the building fell. He then wandered with animal disciples; only those with sufficient faith could perceive the true knowledge he offered. Life proceeds by the saints' grace; without it, ignorance prevails. Two paths exist: satsang leads to enlightenment, kusang to suffering. Good past karma allows the fortunate to encounter a holy guide. This human life is for purification and self-realization. Before leaving, he prophesied that a great soul would come to guide the world, a role now fulfilled by the present master. The divine continuously sends great souls for liberation. The disciple's closeness determines the master's proximity. Nothing compares to a divine master's work; they live solely for the benefit of all beings. Without a spiritual guide, one is like a blind person in a dense forest. Therefore, developing devotion to the master is the way to a successful and glorious conclusion of life. "Gurudev is as far from the disciple as the disciple is far from the Gurudev." "There are two ways... If in front of 'sang' we put 'sat', we get satsang... If we put 'ku', we get kusang." Filming location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

The foundation of culture and the path to Brahmavidyā begins with parental education. Culture is created through the saṃskāras given by parents, and this culture protects society. The best education is received in the lap of parents, not in formal institutions. When children leave home, they face the outer world where true love is rare; the world loves your money, not you. In critical times, only true friendship and partnership are tested. A human birth is rare, and to be born into a spiritual family with right conduct is rarer still. Spiritual progress requires a master's guidance and the company of satsaṅg, where divine knowledge is found. Meditation is the technique to look within and awaken to the Brahman within. A human life spent only on eating and sleeping is wasted. "Vidyādhyāna, study, is a tapasyā, an austerity, and the fruits of this tapasyā you will get in the future." "Therefore, the education, the saṃskāras which you can get—the best education is not at university... The best education is in the lap of the parents." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Brahmavidyā is the knowledge leading to self-realization. Vidyā is the learning process with its techniques, while Jñāna is the perfected mastery from that learning. Satsaṅg is the highest yoga technique for awakening dormant human qualities. In satsaṅg, the guru's teachings represent the research of all saints, who discovered the universe through meditation and samādhi. Samādhi is where the knower, knowledge, and object of knowledge merge into one. Savikalpa samādhi is entered with a specific wish to realize something. Satsaṅg instructs on behavior, thought, and diet, which strongly affects spiritual development. The techniques of yoga are endless. When the knower, knowledge, and object become one, the astral body can travel. Consciousness travels instantly, faster than any technology. The body must be kept healthy through gentle care and classical practice, not torture. Yoga is for wellness, harmonizing body, mind, and soul. Brahmavidyā is present in all scriptures, involving this merging. "Samādhi is where the knower, the knowledge, and the object of knowledge merge into one." "Yoga is not for demonstration, like acrobatics in a circus. It involves no torturing. Be gentle." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

The Guru principle leads from darkness to light. The Guru is not the physical body but the divine knowledge within. That knowledge is a precious diamond within a simple box. Each heart contains the divine light. A true disciple receives and transmits this knowledge; hoarding it leads to loss. The Guru is the form of eternal knowledge and bliss, beyond duality, like the unmoving sky. The goal is to take refuge in this one, eternal, pure consciousness, the witness of all. The Guru is the ocean; spiritual community is the boat. Saints reveal the divine principle, which is within all. "Lead us from darkness to light. That principle is the Gurudev, not this body of the five elements." "The Guru is the form of the bliss of Brahma... He is the form of knowledge, not ignorance." Filming location: India

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Guru Pūrṇimā is a day to offer the fruits of the past year's spiritual practice and to begin anew. It is a time for reflection and for taking a resolution for the coming year. The spiritual path is the central priority, even amidst worldly duties. Life is a brief race where one has received the great gift of a master and a practice. Every aspect of daily life can be examined and optimized for spiritual progress, just as an athlete optimizes every detail for victory. Certain life circumstances cannot be changed, but one's approach to them can be transformed. The fundamental choice is to design one's life around spiritual priority, not to fit spirituality around an existing life. One must not waste the limited time and opportunity given. "Satguru Swāmījī, oh Gurujī, please stay here today. Be in bliss here. Not here [physically], but here in our hearts." "My brothers and sisters, wake up! Our chances keep fading away." Filming location: India

The gifts of saṃskāra, mantra, and sevā are offered in the ashram’s satsaṅga. Saṃskāras instill culture in children, anchoring the mind through sacred rites. The mind’s two halves unify through practices like tying the śikhā and chanting Sanskrit. Mantra repetition purifies thoughts, bringing peace that enhances all endeavors. Children who chant ślokas and do yoga gain memory and success in life. Parents must surround children with spiritual images, not worldly distractions. Service in the ashram is the most direct way to receive the guru’s blessings. Three types of disciples are known: those who spill teachings, those who briefly retain them, and those who absorb and apply them. Guru Pūrṇimā is for offering the year’s sādhanā fruits and taking a new resolve. Spiritual practice must be the first priority, with worldly life arranged around it. A story of a magical leaf shows that each person’s contribution creates a shared feast. Satsaṅga in the womb transformed Prahlāda from demon seed to supreme devotee. Sanātana Dharma is the eternal highway; other paths are mere footpaths. The guru’s grace rains on all, but a vessel is needed to collect it. The guru mantra is the most precious weapon; it must be chanted and remembered. The ashram is a śakti pīṭha, where sādhanā, svādhyāya, and sevā must be done. Blessings are ever-present; one must actively receive them with effort. "Take this opportunity, do some Sevā, do some Sādhanā, do some Bhajan, sit quietly, do some Mālā Phiri, this is not an ordinary place. Sadhanā nahī̃ hai, ye ek śakti pīṭh hai." "Guru Pūrṇimā is that one day in the year when we look back at what we did during the past year, and we give the fruits of our sādhanā as a dakṣiṇā to Guru Dev." Filming locations: Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.

The nurturing fire of Bharga is a process of self-sustenance. The action itself contains its own completion and nourishment. One does not proceed beyond this point, for the fire is the entire journey. The work being done is the work of self-care. The agent and the action are unified in this nurturing flame. To engage with it is to be sustained by it. This is the essence of the practice. "The bharga that is being done, they are doing their own nurturing." "No further, no further... fire."

Guru Pūrṇimā Eve and the Dvādaśa Jyotirliṅga: The Light of the Lineage Today is the eve of Guru Pūrṇimā, a most auspicious day. The Dvādaśa Jyotirliṅgas descend from the sky for installation at Om Āśram. Such an opportunity comes rarely. The twelve Jyotirliṅgas grant fulfillment of wishes. The Guru principle is Gu, darkness, and Ru, light. The Guru leads from ignorance to wisdom. Value lies in knowledge, not the body. Knowledge must be given forward; half‑knowledge is dangerous. The Guru Paramparā originates from Śrī Alakhpurījī, the origin of yoga. Love and devotion are a fire expressing bhakti; bowing down seeks liberation. The Guru is one, eternal, pure, unchanging, beyond duality, the witness. Satsaṅg is the river flowing to the ocean of the Guru. Merging, the soul attains salvation. Practice Yoga in daily life and self‑inquiry to know Brahman. Words create enmity or save; listen to the saints’ bhajans. The light of God dwells in every heart. Witness this divine manifestation and receive the Guru’s grace. “Tamaso mā jyotir gamaya. Lead us from darkness to light.” “Sab Ghat Mera Saiya, Koi Ghat Khali Na Hai. In each and every heart, God is dwelling.” Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Guru Pūrṇimā signifies the celebration of the guiding principle that dispels ignorance. The guru is defined as the remover of darkness, leading one from ignorance to the light of self-knowledge. This principle is embodied as creator, protector, and destroyer of obstacles. The day commemorates the incarnation of Vedavyāsa, who compiled the Vedas for humanity. It also marks the start of the spiritual year, a time for disciples to renew their vows and surrender their practice. The necessity of a guide is universal, from learning spiritual wisdom to mastering worldly skills like driving. True reverence is first offered to the guru, who reveals the divine. The ultimate guru is not a physical form but the conscious knowledge and inner light present within all. "Guru means ignorance, darkness. Guru means light. Who brings you from darkness to light, from ignorance to vision." "Guru is not a physical body. Guru is that knowledge which we call. In every heart, the light of God is dwelling." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Prāṇa and the stages of Samādhi are clarified. Prāṇa is difficult to define, more than oxygen. The astral body is prāṇa and does not need oxygen. Samādhi has many levels, including sleep. Sleep is a samādhi where information comes in dreams. Micro-sleep is a samādhi born of tiredness. In a dream, real knowledge is not obtained. In samādhi, real knowledge can be obtained. Bhāva samādhi is a trance from devotion or music. Dhyāna samādhi is deep meditation, the best anti-stress. Turīya samādhi is beyond past, present, and future. Sabīja samādhi has desire and memory. Nirbīja samādhi has no desires or activity of the senses. Without a perfect guru, one cannot attain perfection in samādhi. The Satguru chooses a successor by inner quality. Practice Brahma Vidyā Kriyā for inner realization. Trust Gurudeva to cross the ocean of Māyā. "In a dream you cannot obtain real knowledge, only what you imagine. But in samādhi you can say, 'The shop was closed.'" "Many have tried to go into samādhi and could not come back. Without the guidance of Gurudeva, without a perfect yogī, one cannot attain perfection." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The practice of sādhanā is supported through group retreats, daily yoga classes, and satsaṅg. Satsaṅg presents the wisdom of the tradition and all saints, continuing the Brahmavidyā practice. The teachings include the five elements, the ten prāṇas, the five layers of the body, and the structure of the worlds. The story of Kṛṣṇa revealing his Virāṭ form illustrates the limitless nature of the divine, which surpasses human comprehension. An ancient story teaches not to interfere with rivers, as applying ahiṃsā prevents disturbance and floods. "Our Yoga in Daily Life has the plus points of our satsaṅgs, where not one person is talking as if they are the creator, but we are presenting the wisdom, the knowledge of our paramparā." "Arjuna was frightened. He fell on his knees and began to pray, 'My dear Kṛṣṇa, forgive me. I do not want to know who you are.'" Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic