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Only God can make You rich
A story illustrates the destructive nature of jealousy.While walking, I thought of you. A master once instructed me to recount a tale from 1966. It concerns a jealous man fixated on his prosperous neighbor. He performed austerities, and a divine voice offered a … read more »
Yoga does not compromise on quality
Yoga is a divine science beyond physical competition.Commercial yoga focuses on demonstrations and greed, but true yoga is a holistic system of body, mind, and soul aimed at union with the universal. It requires self-discipline, not compromise. Our ego and doubts prevent us … read more »
Strengthen Your immune system
Discipline is essential in this age of spiritual scarcity and physical toxicity.Modern life is unnatural, filled with chemicals in food, water, and air, which damage health and shorten life. The body's immune system is weakened by this imbalance. External remedies offer little lasting help if the inner … read more »
The flow of life
Life is a flowing river of change, not a fixed circumstance.Each religious path defines its own virtues and sins, creating specific karma for its adherents. Historical interpretations of practice, like the use of wine, are often shaped by climate and later commerce, not original intent. Substances … read more »
What will be with me
Our human journey is a search for permanent peace, not temporary comforts.This life is a brief transit point on an endless journey. A wise person avoids temporary temptations, aiming instead for what is everlasting. The changing world—circumstances, feelings, thoughts—is non-reality. The unchanging inner self, the Ātmā, is … read more »
Balance of the four yogas
Yoga is the universal principle of balance.The entire cosmos and our own body, mind, and emotions function through equilibrium; illness arises from imbalance. Ancient scriptures describe yogic principles like discipline, compassion, and prayer, which are found in all religions, making yoga a … read more »
The power of bhava
The divine exchange of bhāva is the core of spiritual relationship.Bhāva is the devotion or emotion you plant in consciousness. What you send out returns to you. Negative thoughts and doubts planted within create disharmony with the master, God, or friends. Surface corrections fail; the cause … read more »
Peace and contentment
Spirituality is the inner divine Self, obscured by layers of impurity known as mala.This mala, or mental pollution, accumulates daily through our senses and thoughts, clouding our true nature. We theoretically know the divine is within, but we cannot see it due to these impurities. The mind, ruling the … read more »
Work is your best protector
The nature of Devas, the soul, and karma is explained.Devas are beings who performed good deeds and meditation, ascending to a heaven that is not eternal. They can descend as angels. The soul has no gender; women possess a soul as men do. The Vedas, … read more »
Nothing belongs to you
Nothing belongs to you, and all things are impermanent.Yoga's first principle is that nothing exists forever and nothing belongs to you. This truth was even accepted by those under a communist system. No wealth, friends, family, or even your own body belongs to you; … read more »
Develop God consciousness
The emergence of consciousness begins with the first principle, Svayambhū Śiva, the self-manifested divine will.The entire universe manifested from a cosmic sound, the resonance of OṂ, which permeates every atom. This planet is the realm of karma and dharma, where beings experience birth and death through the cycle of 8.4 … read more »
Shiva is within us
Śiva consciousness is the spiritual education leading to divine union.Śiva is the cosmic consciousness within all. Liberation merges individual consciousness into this universal reality. Human intellect distinguishes humanity but requires training. Education shapes this intellect positively or negatively, just as driving school teaches skill. Modern … read more »
Christmas Satsang
The universal light of spiritual festivals illuminates the path to realization for all.Divine incarnations manifest for the entire world, not a specific part. God-realization is universal, requiring disciplined practice. Success demands purification from inner enemies: passion, anger, pride, greed, delusion, and ego. Prakṛti, our nature, must be purified, … read more »
Miraculous pranayama
Prāṇa is the central, miraculous force within life and yoga.The supreme aim of life provides the complete energy for its own achievement. All minor aims are secondary. The techniques for realizing this aim are found within ancient yogic texts. The most vital element within the … read more »
Ashram needs dedication
Seva, or selfless service, is the highest spiritual practice.Karma Yoga, the yoga of action, is the most accessible path. It involves using one's abilities for the benefit of others, leading toward liberation. God incarnates to perform seva, and saints hold a unique power to … read more »
One without second
The Mūlādhāra chakra is the root center storing the seeds of destiny from past karma.Destiny is the fruit of past deeds, yet time itself is an illusion created by the human intellect. Realization occurs in timeless Samādhi, where consciousness becomes one without a second. The knower, knowledge, and object merge. … read more »
Destiny is very mysterious
A prayer for a departed soul opens a discourse on destiny, time, and the divine name.Destiny is mysterious. Two companions walk with us: Jñāna (wisdom leading to immortality) and Kāla (time or death). Time is past, present, and future. We are not given knowledge of the past or future, for such … read more »
River of love and consciousness
Human life is given to know God and love all creatures.The purpose is to find the divine presence and remove obstacles on the path. Success requires two things: a firm decision and love for your practice. Your practice is your God until you realize God. Discipline … read more »
The Glory of the Master is Unlimited
The spiritual path requires balance, devotion, and practice.True spiritual expression, like a bhajan, requires an active heart center and a clear brow center. If one is clouded and the other is active, it leads astray. The entire existence is a matter of balance. … read more »
Bhajan arises from love
The Anāhata-Cakra is the seat of the heart, devotion, and inner wisdom.When purified and awakened, it reveals hidden forces and universal love. This love is pure, free from anger, hatred, and jealousy. Where love is absent, conflict and suffering arise. Artistic talents and inspired writing flow from … read more »
Moha and Maya
This Ashram is a gift for spiritual development through mental discipline.The body is transient, but the inner light is permanent. Self-realization comes from asking "Who am I?" We are trapped in a web of attachment and illusion, which causes suffering. The intellect can become ensnared in … read more »
Living Happily
The inner architect designs a life of contentment.The divine architect Viśvakarma designed the universe for happiness. True happiness is not found in money, food, or family, but in inner contentment. A home built without spiritual principles breeds conflict. The inner architect is our … read more »
Simply be good
Yoga is the ancient science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul, serving as the balancing principle within the endless universe.This cosmic balance manifests as the five elements, from which the human body is formed. Human life, one among 8.4 million creatures, is distinguished by intellect and specific qualities. True education cultivates these human qualities—love, kindness, … read more »
Respect Your ancestors
The sacred bond with ancestors is fundamental to family continuity and spiritual protection.Modern life severs this connection through divorce and separate living, causing widespread suffering. Ancestors observe and guide us; their liberation depends on rituals performed by descendants. Every family has a protective deity, the Kuldevatā. Establishing daily … read more »
Puja is a source of prana
The Vedic wisdom teaches reverence for the sacred elements that constitute life and divinity.The sun is life, and life is God. Every element should be revered. Worship the Water God, for polluting water pollutes ourselves. Worship the Fire God; the Agni Tatva, our body's heat, is vital. Fire is … read more »
Gurudev is a goldsmith
Welcome to the spiritual home.Its atmosphere is a blessing of presence. You have entered the Ashram, which is a Paras-stone. Contact transforms your substance, like iron to gold, but three qualities remain: sharpness, form, and danger. The Satguru, as a … read more »
Prana and spirituality
The human form is a rare opportunity among countless creatures, created from the five elements and endowed with special abilities.Prāṇa is the vital energy that binds the five bodies—physical, energetic, mental, intellectual, and causal—into a single being. This causal body is born from desire, perpetuating the wheel of action and reaction. Prāṇa and Apāna are … read more »
The power of Prayer
The eternal religion is Sanātana Dharma, the universal union with the cosmic Self.Man-made religions arise from incarnations, but the eternal truth is God, creation, and universal consciousness. All beings are born human, without religious labels; only karma determines the afterlife. Duality and religious violence exist only in the … read more »
Yoga unites all in one
Yoga is the cosmic science of uniting body, mind, and consciousness into oneness with Brahman, the singular, formless, and eternal reality.This truth is unchangeable, regardless of belief. The universe, a manifestation of this one God, operates through a divine resonance, the sound Oṁ, which pervades and unites all existence. The human body is a microcosm of … read more »
Asanas guided by Swamiji
Yoga is a practical path requiring disciplined, conscious practice, not theoretical knowledge.True progress comes from quality, not quantity, and from daily foundational work. The simple, foundational exercises of the first and second steps are profoundly effective for holistic development. Practice must be slow and mindful, with full … read more »
The mind creates the situations
Our so-called development is a path to destruction, distracting us from true sustainability.The natural world is perfect and self-supporting, while our man-made systems create pollution, stress, and war, driven by economic greed. True wealth is satisfaction, not endless wanting. We destroy forests, pollute water, and eradicate wild food … read more »
Yoga burns away karma
Sādhanā requires perfect technique and discipline, like following road rules to avoid an accident.The human body is an engine requiring sāttvic nourishment, not worldly fuel. The Maṇipūra Cakra is the vital center where prāṇa and apāna unite and where the soul enters; it is the seat of Hara Śakti, … read more »
How to gain a friend
Daily practice and satsaṅg are essential for spiritual development.Maintain daily sādhanā without interruption, as consistency harmonizes body, mind, and consciousness. A special home program of āsanas, prāṇāyāma, and kriyā is designed for this. The human body is a precious opportunity. Advanced group practices require … read more »
Relationship between Master and Student
The sacred relationship between master and disciple is one of selfless grace.A master, like a parent, wishes for the disciple's supreme success without jealousy. Yet a master's love is universal, not limited by blood. Four sacred metaphors embody this selfless service: a lake gives water to all; … read more »
Always Be Ready To Learn
A yoga teacher must be an example of awareness, humility, and heart-centered conduct.A thief took a watch, illustrating that some people simply do not care about others' troubles. We must learn to live alert and protect ourselves by protecting others. Selfishness and greed are dangerous; the greatest can … read more »
Who Is Your Beloved
Sūratā is the pure, wandering inner attention that must merge with the true Self.Sūratā is the virgin, representing pure intention and concentration. It is the constant awareness observing all directions, like a driver alert to the road. If this attention lapses, accidents occur. This attention wanders, placing faith in … read more »
Anusthan Gives A Darshan
The preciousness of retreat time is immense, for the mundane world awaits with its troubles.Returning home brings emptiness, unsuitable food, and the rush of work and parking tickets. This retreat is valuable, beautiful, and beneficial. You have 48 hours remaining; use them for practice, as this energy sustains the entire … read more »
God Needs Only Love
The path of divine union is realized through the merging of individual consciousness with the absolute.Spiritual song, or bhajan, contains the entire philosophy, offering both inspiration and answers. It surpasses simple repetition of the divine name. Consciousness, or sūrat, is the virgin girl—the inner feeling and intention. The physical body does … read more »
Daya is our dharma
Human Dharma is rooted in compassion and realized through intellect.Our duty is to be a protector, not a destroyer. Compassion is the foundation of Dharma, while ego is the root of sin. We must use discernment in all situations to act according to this duty. … read more »
How to Coordinate with the Outer World
Sādhana requires the principles of Śayamit and Niyamit, guided by Viveka.Śayamit is control, the ability to say no to oneself, which requires the philosophy of viveka to discern. It involves withdrawal from distractions and maintaining borders for speech and action, observing oneself carefully. Niyamit is the … read more »
Yoga Gives Happiness To Body Mind And Soul
Honesty in yoga practice requires confronting our lack of progress.You came seeking harmony for body, mind, and soul. Yet after years of seminars, that goal remains unfulfilled. The problem is not with yoga, which is a divine science of balance. The problem lies within us. … read more »
Your Body Should Not Be A Coffin
The foundation of practice is daily discipline for health, which must precede spirituality.Many do not practice regularly at home, leading to physical problems. The body naturally produces illness (vikāra) and the qualities of tamas and rajas, but sattva requires diligent work. A body full of vikāra creates a … read more »
For Bhakta Nothing is Impossible
The Rāmāyaṇa illustrates that pure devotion and selfless duty overcome all obstacles.Rāma was exiled for fourteen years due to a promise his father had to keep. His wife Sītā was then abducted by Rāvaṇa. To rescue her, Rāma needed to cross the ocean to Śrī Laṅkā. When … read more »
Never Say: I Don't Care
The cultivation of relationship is the essence of a successful life.We often fail to value connections until they are gone, realizing too late we could have understood, tolerated, or spoken more. This applies to all relations. A deep human relationship imprints the subconscious and later surfaces … read more »
The Master Is The Way To God
The eternal disciple-master relationship transcends physical succession.Liberation depends on disciplined living, not mere practice. A true disciple carries the work forward with purity, never becoming the guru. The master remains the eternal guide and the way to the divine. A successor sits … read more »
Gurudev Fulfills Positive Sankalpas Of Bhaktas
Faith, practice, and true company are the path to fulfillment.Everything is accomplished through divine grace. Do not abandon your positive resolve amidst life's difficulties; changing your commitment means losing something invaluable. We often fail to value what we have until it is gone. Human life … read more »
Giving Will Open Your Blocks
Cultivate kindness by seeing yourself in others and practicing non-harm.The ancient sage Dadhīcī donated his bones while alive to save all creatures, embodying the principle of treating others as you wish to be treated. This foundational rule of Dharma is kindness, while ego is the … read more »
Svadhisthan Chakra
The journey of consciousness progresses from the Mūlādhāra to the Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra.The universe is an endless cosmic mother containing balanced consciousness and willpower. The divine sound AUM is the source of all creation, resonating within every atom. This human life on the karma planet is a unique … read more »
The Truth Is Beauty
Kuṇḍalinī is the energy and consciousness within, containing all karma, destiny, and the soul.This individual self is like a balloon holding everything. Śiva is the pure, liberating consciousness, the ultimate truth and beauty, present equally in all. Śakti is the dynamic energy entangled with karma, longing to merge with … read more »
Kundalini And Destiny
Kundalini is the dormant power within consciousness that directs destiny.This serpentine energy, symbolizing time and transformation, resides in physical centers. Destiny is the product of one's own past actions, like a thrown stone that cannot be recalled. Life is constantly accompanied by both knowledge and … read more »