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The Wisdom of Yoga: A Path to Unity and Well-being

Yoga is the ancient science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul for health and unity. It is a universal, practical path, not a religion or dogma. Its principles lead to a happy, harmonious life through love and understanding. God is omnipresent, manifesting in various forms to serve and liberate. All creation is of one God, making non-violence the highest principle. To understand God, one must first ask "Who am I?" Yoga widens consciousness, making one humble, creative, and complete, realizing God as love. Each person relates to God uniquely, and all are right. Freedom from inner negative qualities is true liberation, as suffering stems from our own habits. The universe contains positive and negative forces; every being's destination is union with the divine. Humans seek happiness, but it is found within through calmness, not in external pursuits. Simple living and higher thinking reveal true happiness in wisdom. The soul engages in action through the body, creating karma. Positive actions produce light and love; service is greater than prayer. Negative actions create darkness and suffering. Yoga aims to make humans aware, free from fear and negativity, and to create health. Harmonize with nature; do not destroy it. Health requires a healthy environment, not just personal care. Practice includes postures for vitality, correct breathing for mental peace, and meditation. It creates disciplined, peaceful communities. Yoga is the way to God, oneself, and health for all, regardless of belief. Practice it daily. "God is present everywhere; nowhere is a space where there’s no God?" "Love your neighbor means the whole creation. Love them, if not more, then at least that much, as much as you love yourself." Filming locations: Liberec, Czech Republic.

The Indwelling Reality: A Discourse on Self-Realization

The true self is the singular reality indwelling all forms. My Gurudev gave the hint to realize this true self. That one reality is hidden within everything, like oil in seeds or fire in alcohol. You are that reality. You are the temple, the deity, and the pilgrim. You are every holy place. This reality is equally present in all creatures. Realizing this unity ends conflict. You are the mantra, the devotion, and the listener of your own glory. The self says "I am." You are in me and I am in you; separation is the cause of suffering. Realization liberates; theory is insufficient. Practice meditation to experience unity in all perception. In essence, there are no attributes like male or female; both conscious principles are inseparable and equal. All living beings possess the self. "Arjuna, I am in everyone equally, in the dog, in the cow, in the common man, and in the yogī." "You are in me, and I am in you."

On Practice, Faith, and the Inner Path

The spiritual path requires independent practice, faith, and discernment. Practice is paramount; treat your spiritual practices with adoration and respect as if they are divine. Chanting mantra aloud aids concentration and dispels thoughts. An altar is a holy place for inner consultation, a bridge from form to the formless. True understanding of a master's words requires complete listening and the removal of doubt, which is like sand in a salad. Faith must be a pure love for wisdom, not worldly attachment. Spiritual independence means not relying on others to filter wisdom for you; use your discernment to extract essence from all teachings, as a swan separates milk from water. Respect all holy incarnations and scriptures, seeing the one reality in all paths. Feel responsibility for the entire society as you do for your own family; the inner and outer worlds reflect each other. "For a practitioner, for the aspirant, the practices are like God." "Doubts are the only obstacles."

The Unshakeable Victory of Truth

Truth is ultimately unshakeable and always victorious. I began this work with the conviction that truth cannot be hidden; it will always emerge. I have traveled widely, even to places where speaking of God was forbidden, yet I faced no difficulties because I held one thought: the Guru always protects you. Be fearless and without doubt. A story illustrates this: a king, Hiraṇyakaśyapu, sought immortality through a boon that he could not be killed by any known means. He declared himself God and forbade worship. His son, Prahlāda, was a devoted bhakta who continually sang God's name despite his father's persecution. The king finally threatened him before a red-hot iron pillar. As Prahlāda embraced it, the pillar burst open, revealing the Narasiṁha Avatāra—a half-man, half-lion form of God—who killed the king at twilight in a doorway, thus fulfilling the boon's conditions and liberating the kingdom. This victory of truth is celebrated. The lesson is to surrender completely with love, which is the only power that can bind even God. Purify your heart of negativity, for God resides where there is love and sincere dedication. Giving yourself fully is different from merely saying you will. "Be fearless and without any doubts. Never be afraid." "God carries His disciples, His devotees, on His palm very carefully." Filming location: Budapest, Hungary

The Precious Human Journey

The human life is a rare and precious opportunity for realization. The journey of the soul through limitless universes is unknown, but this human form alone can recognize God. This chance is a diamond not to be wasted, for life continues after death in forms determined by one's own deeds through body, mind, and word. One must direct all functions toward God to become free. The destination for all is God, but destiny is self-created. This life is temporary; we cannot take anything from it. To prolong a healthy life, live with discipline through yoga. Humans must be more than animals; they are protectors and examples of divine light. Value the soul, not just the body. Practice satsaṅg, the company of truth, which brings peace, and avoid negative company which brings suffering. Do not try to escape life; pray for a long life to attain realization. You must help yourself; while grace exists, complete devotion is required. The key to the afterlife is your mantra; practice it until it becomes spontaneous. Inquire into your purpose. Lead a pure, vegetarian life, for you cannot give life and thus have no right to take it. "God is everywhere. There is nothing, there is nowhere, a small empty space in this universe where there is no God." "The key to our heavenly flat is the mantra. And the address of that is just God, so do not lose the key." Filming locations: Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary.

The Key of Discipline and the Goal of God

The spiritual path requires discipline to realize the divine goal already known within. My work here is a spiritual practice, like the sun rising regardless of acknowledgment. Self-discipline is the key to opening any door; it is for you. We know the goal, like knowing Zürich, but are not there yet. The meaning of life is God. You are wanderers, but have now found the path through this lineage. Be a disciple. Students are flowers; followers feel the Master's guidance; transcend to follow divine light. Practice mantra daily; nothing is more important than God. Live in God even with doubts. Without treasuring these words, life is like a fish out of water—it suffers and cannot live in that state. A divine soul cannot live without God. Yogis persevere through all practice; the heart must be oriented rightly. Discipline in all actions is key. We have many responsibilities, but the main focus must be God. Superficial pursuits are not deeper truth. "Self-discipline is the key to success. If you wish to succeed, in any direction, you must open a door." "Without treasuring them, without these words, life is like a fish without water." Filming location: Zurich, Switzerland

The Energy Fields of Human Consciousness

The cakras are steps or levels of our consciousness and existence. Energy is vitality and movement that always seeks to expand. When blocked, it builds pressure until it can explode outward. The divine Self within is this energy, wishing to be one yet omnipresent. The first energy field is the physical, bioenergy body, limited and solid. The second is prāṇa energy, a subtle aura drawn from the universe that can extend far through connection. The third is the mental field, a powerful and nearly limitless mind containing will. The fourth is the intellect, Vijñāna, the field of clarity and knowledge where will becomes active. If the mind becomes lost in a state, the will remains but cannot navigate. The fifth is the Ānandamaya Kośa, the field of bliss and longing. Fulfilling longing pulls engagement to the body, causing the inner Self to contract. These five fields are linked to the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and space. All actions leave vibrational marks, which are karma. Our state drifts like a boat on waves, manifesting and departing. Cleansing a cakra means understanding these energies and elements. Space is the crucial element allowing purification and flow. The Viśuddhi Cakra purifies psychological suppressions. Internal principles of positive and negative, feminine and masculine, interact within these fields. Past life impressions often surface through the root cakra. "Energy means an element that truly always multiplies." "Karma are the vibrations." Filming location: Zurich, Switzerland

The Divine Instrument: A Call to Surrender and Bliss

Surrender to become an instrument for divine love. This is the path of yoga. Divine consciousness brings profound contentment. One must offer everything within, not material possessions, but inner attachments. Each day, consciously renounce a different impurity: first doubt, then jealousy, then hatred, then greed. Finally, see all beings as divine children. Sing and bring beauty into life, even amidst pain. To be chosen as God's instrument is a great blessing, like the bamboo fashioned into Krishna's flute. The divine prana then flows through you. Practice the mantra: "I am not the doer." Discipline is essential; it begins with fasting and consistent practice. Start meditation by adding just one minute each day. Fasting purifies the body and cultivates discipline, a sign of a true disciple. This system is ancient and transcends modern culture or religion. A day will come when one regrets wasted time. The journey's end is certain, and you travel alone, accompanied only by the spiritual vibrations you have cultivated through disciplined love. Live simply, think of God. "O Lord, take my body, mind, soul, and consciousness and let them be an instrument, your instrument, through which your love and truth shall flow." "Try to realize this in your life and truly strive to be an instrument of God."

The Essence of Satsang: Truth, Song, and Spiritual Practice

A satsang is a gathering for truth through speech and song. The chants and bhajans sung are spiritual teachings or praises, containing wisdom passed through lineage. Repeating a bhajan is a mantra and grasping its meaning is spiritual practice. The gathering's purpose is to foster good company, which leads toward divine realization, as opposed to bad company which leads to doubt and destruction. Truth is not merely intellectual but the divine principle guiding one to God. Without this devotion and love, life is barren and lonely. The inner self is a mirror reflecting one's own state. One must seek a spiritual object for love, like God or the sun, which belongs to all and disappoints none. True friendship is walking the true path together, which beautifies the inner world. The highest desire is for devotion itself, to love and serve God everywhere. Surrender in love is the source that flows ever more abundantly as one gives. "Brahman is the action of the sacrifice. The sacrifice itself is God. Through God, it is offered as a sacrifice to the fire of God. God is attained by the one who recognizes Him in their actions." "Love is God and God is Love."

It is a blessing to be always together, Alexandria

True connection is a matter of love, not physical proximity. The body is not the reality; love transcends distance while ignorance and hate create division. I recall a story of an ox named Sanjo, separated from the woman who raised him. Driven by love and memory, he endured a long, perilous journey home to her. This illustrates that every creature feels this soul-to-soul connection. To break it is a great sin. Humans, however, are often dominated by greed and negative energy, which animals can sense. This makes us dangerous to each other. Spiritual education is essential, as sustainability cannot exist without spirituality. The seed of love is planted in the heart, but the seed of greed is planted in the intellect. Greed, once implanted, can make a person destroy even family, as seen in the story of Kaṁsa from the Mahābhārata, who was corrupted by ambition and killed his own nephews. We must root out greed through discernment and cultivate the heart's love through devotion. The happiness found in that spiritual shelter cannot be found elsewhere. "God is love, and love is God. If we develop such feelings, we are very near our destination." "Mother Earth has enough for everyone’s need, but not for everyone’s greed." Filming location: USA

What can be achieved through Yoga, New York

Yoga is the ancient science of achieving union and harmony. It begins with the body and breath, leading to relaxation, concentration, and higher states. All beings carry the light of the Cosmic Self within; we are part of this universal one. Our individual existence is governed by the five elements, and their imbalance causes physical and mental impurities. The soul is singular in a body, and it departs according to destiny, shaped by karma. Self-realization, merging the soul with the eternal light, is only possible in a human life. Therefore, our first duty is to maintain health through yoga and right living, enabling a long life dedicated to this purpose. A healthy body and peaceful mind allow compassion to flourish, making one a uniting force. This practice awakens divine love, leading to the realization that God is within, culminating in eternal peace. "Yoga is one of the most ancient sciences of the body, mind, consciousness, and soul." "The sense of life is that you know who can't walk, a small one, you give your finger to support to walk." Filming location: New York, USA

Awakening Consciousness with Yoga and Meditation, New York

Awakening consciousness through yoga requires moving beyond its common perception as mere physical exercise. Yoga's introduction to the West passed through phases of misunderstanding, from associations with fakirs to the hippie movement, before being embraced for health and concentration. It has since become a system for well-being and stress management, though commercialization can compromise its quality. Consciousness exists at different levels, and we daily dwell between unconscious, subconscious, and conscious states. Our future is governed by past tendencies stored in the subconscious. The present moment must be met with alert awareness, filtering past impressions to retain only the positive. Through āsana, prāṇāyāma, and meditation, one can purify the subconscious, balance the mind, and actively work to shape a better future. True practice harmonizes body, mind, and soul, modeling one's own destiny. "Past is past. Don’t waste your time thinking about the past." "Do not dream of the future, but be conscious, alert, and aware of the present situation." Filming locations: New York, New York, United States.

Public lecture at Emory University in Atlanta USA

Yoga is the unifying energy that harmonizes the cosmos and the individual. Creation arises from the balance of infinite space and pure consciousness, held together by divine energy. This primordial vibration manifests as sound, light, and the elements. The individual soul journeys through cycles of action and reaction, bound by karma. Through yoga and disciplined practice, one can calm the inner turmoil of revenge and desire, fostering peace. True education begins in the family and cultivates ethical intellect. Physical practices like Agnisāra and Nauli Kriyā support health, while fasting purifies the body. The ultimate aim is harmony, leading the soul back to its universal origin. "Yoga is that energy or that principle which balances, harmonizes, and unites the entire universe." "Peace begins from your own heart. From fighting, peace will never come." Filming locations: Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

A Celebration of the Cosmic Dance and a Discourse on Śiva

The cosmic dance of Śiva and the path of bhakti reveal universal consciousness and the transformative power of abhiṣeka. Bharatanatyam temple dance expresses devotion, cosmic mystery, and yoga’s aim of joy and liberation. Mahāśivapurāṇa teaches that Sadāśiva, the formless Brahman, manifests creation through the liṅga and divine symbols. Brahmā’s mind-born sons renounced, leading to creation of Manu and Śatarūpā. Śiva consciousness is truth, beauty, liberation—beyond religious divides. All beings form one family of the Supreme Śiva. Satsaṅga births detachment and wisdom; kusaṅga breeds negativity. Abhiṣeka infuses life into stone, making it Śiva consciousness. Daily abhiṣeka with water and Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra purifies and protects. The mantra seeks a peaceful, effortless exit like ripe fruit falling. Śiva as Bholenāth forgives all mistakes with maternal mercy. Even acts of theft or ignorance become worship through total dedication. The Śiva family—Gaṇeśa, Kārttikeya, Pārvatī, Nandī, Nāgarāja—embodies full divine companionship. Heartfelt devotion surpasses ritual correctness. The cosmic dance and abhiṣeka guide towards liberation. Blessings flow to those approaching with pure intention. “Vairāgya konī hove lāl binā satsaṅg.” “Shiva means consciousness, Shiva means liberation, Shiva means beauty, the truth, Satyam Śivam Sundaram.” Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Mahashivaratri 2011 Instructions

Tomorrow night begins the observance of Mahāśivarātri, a prolonged period for prayer and abhiṣeka. We will host a satsaṅg with bhajans, dance, lectures, and films. The abhiṣeka ritual involves pouring a mixture of milk and water from a small vessel over a Śiva Liṅgam while chanting the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra. This mantra purifies the intellect, removing afflictions and distractions. Śiva represents pure consciousness and the universal principle; the Liṅgam is a symbol of the entire universe, not a gender symbol. Perform the abhiṣeka with feeling, making a personal wish for purification or peace. Offerings like fruits or flowers should be placed beside the Liṅgam, though petals may be placed on it. Those with personal Liṅgams may bring them for blessing. The ritual water should later be poured onto trees. The practice is about inner feeling and respect, performed in the presence of Śiva's divine family. "Śiva signifies consciousness in its pure state. Śiva means liberation." "Perform the abhiṣeka slowly and with real feeling; otherwise, it has no meaning."

Śivarātri Satsaṅg in Vienna

Śivarātri reveals the holy heart. The Pañcākṣara mantra Oṃ Namaḥ Śivāya holds the entire universe. Oṃ is the first cosmic sound, Svayambhū, manifesting as light, Śivajyoti. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra purifies negative qualities and thoughts. First purified are manas, buddhi, citta, and ahaṃkāra. Then mala, vikṣepa, and āvaraṇa are purified. Āvaraṇa is the curtain of ignorance covering clarity. Tri‑tāpa—adhyātmik, adhibhautik, adhidevik—are three fires of trouble. A hunter unknowingly offered leaves and water to a Śiva Liṅga. Śiva mistook the angry offerings for devout abhiṣeka. Deer made promises to return, and kept their word. Compassion arose, and the hunter refused to kill them. Every heart is holy; God dwells in every heart. The heart where God speaks is especially holy. Humbleness brings greatness; pride brings downfall. Anger is a fire that can burn all spiritual progress. “Sab Ghaṭ Mera Sanya — in every heart is my Lord, even my enemy or my friend.” “Man is a proposal, and God is disposal.” Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Mahashivaratri 2011 Message

A blessing for the holy occasion of Mahāśivarātri is offered. I send the blessings of Devpurījī. I pray to Almighty Sadāśiva Swayambhu to bless us, forgive all our mistakes and our ignorance, and bestow His divine grace. May we act and serve according to Your divine will. May our spirituality improve day by day, and may our consciousness merge into the supreme, divine consciousness of Sadāśiva. The prayer contains a grammatical inconsistency in person, shifting between addressing a third party and then directly addressing the divine. "I pray to Almighty Sadāśiva Swayambhu to bless us, forgive all our mistakes and our ignorance, and bestow His divine grace." "May we act and serve according to Your divine will."

A disciplined day and time management help dissolve stress

Discipline is the foundation of success in all aspects of life, from business to spiritual practice. A lack of ethical discipline caused the global financial crisis. Business requires supervision, but ineffective oversight creates loss, as shown when multiple supervisors consumed the milk they were meant to guard. Delegation without personal responsibility leads to systemic failure, like ice cream melting as it passes through many hands. Organize your daily schedule with discipline, allocating time for work, duties, and practice. The second principle is to calm the mind's fluctuations. Stress, which has no medicine, is managed through prayer, meditation, and yoga. Prayer involves surrendering to God, like a co-driver taking over. Meditation with mantra accesses peace. Yoga practice, performed slowly with awareness, is a cosmic dance that relieves stress. These practices purify consciousness and are essential for everyone. "Discipline makes the country great and strong." "Through the practice of yoga, you can tranquilize your brain waves and thoughts." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Love Unites, Wisdom Removes Duality: Spiritual Teachings on Satsaṅg

Love unites, and wisdom removes duality. Ignorance divides, ego destroys, jealousy makes union impossible. The ideal brother is Bharata, who declared God dwelt within. The ideal disciple is Ekalavya. Ekalavya came to Droṇācārya but was refused because not royal. He understood the master’s silent blessing and made a statue. Learning from the reflection, his faith transformed him. He shot arrows to fill a dog’s mouth without injury. Droṇācārya asked for his right thumb as guru-dakṣiṇā; Ekalavya gave it without hesitation. Greed destroys love. Two brothers found gold. Each plotted to kill the other to avoid dividing it. The elder attacked, the younger had poisoned the food. Both died. Love brings understanding, viveka, and unity. Satsaṅg teaches love and wisdom. Kusaṅga fills the heart with anger and jealousy. Company of fools causes trouble; satsaṅg causes happiness. Mind dwelling in satsaṅg brings benefit regardless of physical place. “Guru Kṛpā—few disciples truly understand Guru Kṛpā.” “When love is gone, understanding goes, wisdom goes, viveka goes. Then destruction comes.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning satsang from Strilky

Gratitude to parents and the guru reveals distinct roles: parents guide according to karma within limited chakras, while the Satguru offers unlimited spiritual refinement by seeing the aura across three times. Parents provide the rare human birth, reason for lifelong thankfulness. Their practical care and teachings, like order or resilience, shape us. Yet what parents can give remains limited to the human chakras up to Viśuddhi. The father teaches power and confidence at Maṇipūra, the mother love and service at Anāhata. For deeper understanding, they themselves do not truly know. The Gurudev, as Trikāl Darśī, sees present trouble and its karmic origin. Thus the Guru is recognized as mother, father, friend—all. Transforming worldly relationships into divine ones requires the Guru’s guidance. Karma alone should be feared, for it shapes destiny. A story illustrates: a king received a fruit of immortality from a yogi. He gave it to the queen, she to a horse boy, he to a prostitute, and she returned it to the king. The fruit returned to its rightful recipient, showing destiny’s play. Satsaṅg is the tree of immortality; the Guru’s words are its fruit. Even when the Guru seems angry, his words remedy our limitations. Memory of teachings outlasts the fleeting form, like fragrance after the flower. Thus, gratitude to parents and guru is the path to wisdom and freedom. "The tree of immortality is satsaṅg. And Guru Vākya, the words of the Gurudev, is the fruit of immortality." "Your children are not your children." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Satsang is the source of happiness and enlightenment

Satsaṅg is the source of happiness, and kusaṅga brings unhappiness. A disciple leaves the master and becomes unhappy. In the forest, he sees a happy monkey. The monkey says, “Go.” The disciple feels rejected. He meets a second monkey eating fruit. Upon hearing his story, the monkey closes its eyes. He feels more despair. At a lake, he sees monkeys swimming. An old monkey tells him, “Shut up,” when he speaks negatively. He meets Master Gajānand. Gajānand explains the monkeys’ wisdom. The first monkey’s “Go” means do not listen to negative words. The second monkey’s closed eyes mean do not see negativity in others. The third monkey’s “Shut up” means do not speak negative things. These are the lessons of the three wise monkeys. Satsaṅg requires harmony and purification. Close ears to gossip and see God in everyone. “Don’t go to kusaṅga and don’t listen to any negative words.” “Don’t look at the negative in others. See God in everyone.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Public lecture in Brno

Peace arises from universal love, not from greed or conflict. Human history is filled with war, stemming from endless greed for power and wealth. Unlike animals, human mental hunger is insatiable. A story illustrates this: a proud king is humbled by a beggar with a bottomless pot, representing the human mind's limitless greed. Jealousy over a neighbor's happiness also creates inner unrest. Troublemakers project their own problems onto others. The solution is spirituality, defined not as ritual but as selfless love. This is exemplified by a mother who feeds her child before herself. Such love extends to all beings. Peace begins at home through parental love and ethical education. Daily self-inquiry meditation calms the mind by reviewing one's actions and letting go of judgment. Purifying one's inner thoughts is essential. One must be a light that dispels darkness without conflict, helping others through compassion. Spirituality is simplicity, understanding others' pain, and offering a helping hand. "Mother Earth has enough for everyone’s need, but not for everyone’s greed." "The whole world is my family." Filming locations: Brno, South Moravia, Czech Republic

The Unity of Śiva and Śakti: Consciousness and Its Liberation

Śiva consciousness is the ever-awakened consciousness within all, the goal of merging individual consciousness into the cosmic. This union is yoga. Human intellect, distinct among creatures, requires education. Education shapes habits and destiny, for good or ill. Cultural and spiritual education are vital. Spiritual education provides the higher human mission: God-realization. Modern culture and education are destructive, creating confusion and loss. Ancient culture offered perfect education. Spiritual education reveals the one God within all forms, fostering tolerance and world peace. Knowledge, Vidyā, leads from ignorance to light and is Śiva consciousness. The universe is the mother principle containing the cosmic father consciousness; their balance is yoga. Yoga is the ancient path for the individual to return to the cosmic source, overcoming barriers of illusion through purity. Human life is the sole opportunity for this supreme union. Principles like love and non-violence are foundational. Without realization, one may remain in astral realms. The aim is everlasting merger, not temporary heavens. Prolonging life through breath and pure thoughts aids this awakening. "Becoming one with the Supreme means one without a second, beyond time and space." "Spiritual consciousness means to see equality in everyone." Filming location: Banska Bystrica, Slovakia

The Grace of the Guru

The grace of the Guru makes everything possible. Realize the profound fortune of having the Guru's presence and darśana. In the Guru's realm, all things are achievable through his grace, but one must be open to receive it. Self-blackmail, the thought of being small or incapable, closes one to this grace. You are not small; you are the ātmā. Without the Guru, nothing in yoga is possible; the Guru is like the essential thumb. With the Guru, all fear is lost, and one becomes an instrument. What is received from the Guru must be shared like light, not hoarded. Darkness of bad qualities is removed not by force but by bringing in the Guru's light. Negative memories are a burden on the soul, pulling it down. A true yogī cleanses the consciousness and forgets these burdens. Love and presence are paramount when facing death, which comes for all regardless of age. "Without the Guru, nothing is possible. And with the Guru, everything is possible." "The best way to get rid of darkness is to bring in light. And this light we can get only at the Guru’s feet."

Closing satsang from Vep

Discipline and purification are the path to inner peace. Find something good in every event, for negativity is easy but fruitless. Do not cry for the past; it is gone beyond reach. Take care of the present, and the future shapes accordingly. Discipline is the foundation, as Patañjali taught. A disciplined person is happy in every aspect. Four principles must be followed: ācāra, vicāra, āhāra, vihāra. Ācāra is behavior—hate the sin, not the sinner, and embrace with understanding. Vicāra is thought purification; delete negative vṛttis from consciousness with love and compassion. Āhāra is dietary discipline; replace tamasic foods, and fast twice weekly to prevent disease. Vihāra is discerning where to go and with whom, avoiding harmful company. Practice yoga daily without compromise: minimum one hour of āsanas, half an hour of prāṇāyāma, and forty minutes of meditation. Meditation means just being in the presence of the divine, not asking or planning. Purify the maṇipūra center to dissolve anger and jealousy. Effort done honestly brings divine support regardless of belief. When the mind is purified, radiance grows naturally. Every experience, even painful, teaches lasting knowledge. “Find in every event in your life something good.” “Discipline. A person who is disciplined is happy in every aspect.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

YIDL Presentation

Yoga is the balancing principle, a science of living for strength, harmony, and peace. This holistic system promotes physical, mental, social, and spiritual health through a graded, practical path. It integrates exercises, breathwork, deep relaxation, and meditation to purify the body and calm the mind. The practice fosters self-awareness and social responsibility, aiming to create real human beings who protect life and promote global peace. Its teachings have spread worldwide, uniting people across cultures. Spiritual realization makes one a citizen of the world, understanding the unity of all. "Visible and invisible, all elements are balanced in a perfect way, and that balancing principle—that’s what I call yoga." "Spiritual realization makes a yogī a citizen of the world, a real human who understands and promotes respect and protection of life." Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India

Afternoon practice from Vep

Practicing asanas relaxes the body, heals ailments, and calms the mind. Sit in Vajrasana for ten to fifteen minutes to improve digestion. Vajrasana calms emotional waves and quiets thoughts by influencing Manipura, Anahata, and Ajna cakras. It also relieves headaches. Marjari variations work the entire spine; the second variation strengthens thighs and knees, the third warms the lower spine. Shoulder rotations with large circles enhance breathing, help asthma, and prevent kyphosis. Virasana strongly affects the Vajranadi, diminishing fear and suicidal ideation, and corrects flat feet. Fear is an animal quality absent in higher human consciousness. Suicidal thoughts arise when consciousness drops below the muladhara cakra. Finger stretching and wrist rotations counter stiffness from computer use. In Trikonasana, keep the pelvis still to avoid lower back pain; move only the thoracic area. Hastauttanasana coordinates left and right body sides, harmonizing brain function and expanding lung capacity. Ustrasana strengthens neck and back muscles, combating kyphosis and aiding the thyroid. Follow it with Sasankasana to stretch the same muscles. Every asana should be practiced with full awareness of body, breath, and thoughts. Enjoy each posture; happiness is a sign of spiritual development. Pranayama must be gentle, with complete yogic breath and no forcing. Love for practice transforms it, while effort driven by ego brings illness. “Fear is not a human quality; fear is an animal quality. In humans, there should not be fear.” “If you want to know if I have some development in my spirituality, just ask only one question: ‘Am I happy? Am I happy?’ If you answer, ‘Yes, I am happy,’ it means that you have development.”

Morning Lecture from Vep

Morning satsang from weekend yoga seminar from Vep, Hungary.

Opening Satsang, Vep

True wisdom is found in humility and the company we keep. Man proposes, but God disposes. Do not judge others, for when you look for bad in the world, you first find it within yourself. Every negative thought poisons you. Trying to see faults in others is like throwing dust at the sun; it only falls back on you. The experiences of life are for learning. To guide others rightly is hard, but to mislead is easy. Your words and behavior should never misguide anyone. The individual soul is hungry from birth, a fire that worldly pursuits cannot satisfy. Only self-realization, ātma jñāna, ends this hunger. Negative thoughts and speech pull you away from this knowledge, like waves dragging you from shore. The cause of suffering is the company of the foolish. Wisdom grows in the company of the wise. Always attribute teachings to their true source; to claim another's wisdom as your own is theft and feeds ego. Humility leads to realization; arrogance keeps it distant. We survive in the shade of the Guru's grace. Satsang uplifts by sharing stored wisdom. See the divine in all—every woman as the Goddess, every child as God. Respect the ground hallowed by a saint's practice, for it holds that blessing. Cultivate the positive qualities of sandalwood, not the negative, fiery traits of bamboo. True satsang is divine peace. "Every negative word you think means you are poisoning yourself." "Only one thing can remove your hunger... and that is called jñāna, ātma jñāna."

The Ring, The Doubt, and The Satsang

The ego of the devotee and the poison of doubt are overcome only by divine grace and sacred fellowship. Hanumān delivered a ring from Rāma to a saint, who threw it into a well. Hanumān was angered by this perceived disrespect. The saint then asked him to retrieve it, and Hanumān brought up a handful of identical rings. The saint revealed that with each divine incarnation, such a ring is sent; the devotee is merely the instrument, not the cause of victory. Separately, Garuḍa was afflicted by doubt, which destroys spirituality. He sought help from Nārada, who sent him to Śiva. Śiva stated he could not help directly but prescribed the medicine of Satsaṅg—the fellowship of the enlightened. Garuḍa was directed to the sage Kāk Bhuśuṇḍi. As he approached, his doubts vanished and his faith was restored. Śiva later explained this taught the supreme importance of Satsaṅg and the surrender of ego. One must never lose faith, for without it, one is helpless against life's trials. "Through this, through the blessings of the Holy One, victory is achieved in the world. You were only a medium, an instrument; you are not the doer yourself." "Your illness can only be healed by one medicine, and that medicine is Satsaṅg. There you will lose your doubts again, and your faith, your trust, will return once more." Filming location: Hamburg, Germany

Guidance on Agnisāra and Nauli Kriyā

The practices of Agnisāra and Nauli Kriyā are very beneficial for health and the Maṇipūra Cakra. Certain individuals should avoid them, including those with recent abdominal surgery, hernias, or gallstone removal. Those prone to dizziness should proceed cautiously or abstain. Do not practice excessively in the beginning. Avoid practice during menstruation and pregnancy. Nauli is a more difficult practice that requires consistent daily effort over one to two months to master. It is highly valuable for maintaining ideal body weight and digestive health. The best time for such practices is in the early morning. A yogi's rhythm changes by rising early; this brings peace and eliminates restless evenings. The core of yoga is to overcome fear and duality through the knowledge of the true Self. Fear is overcome by realizing one's nature as the immortal Ātman, which is pure consciousness, truth, and bliss. This Self cannot be destroyed by any element. When this is known, fear dissolves. Practices like Agnisāra Kriyā awaken strong willpower to support this inner transformation. "Whoever makes an effort daily, tries daily, will certainly be able to master it within a month, or one and a half months." "Śivo'ham... I am this pure consciousness. I am the Ātmā, Sat Chit Ānanda."

The Power of Mantra and the Discipline of the Word

Words are a potent weapon, carrying blessings or curses that can wound across lifetimes. Positive words flow as blessings to the humble, while negative words inflict lasting harm. All words originate in thought, arising from feelings and qualities shaped by society. The science of mantra involves mastering these inner elements through strict discipline. Breaking this discipline causes the immediate loss of all accumulated wisdom and power. Spiritual progress, built over years, can collapse in a moment from negative criticism or a lapse in guidance. The path requires overcoming ego, anger, and the deep-seated desire for revenge through wisdom, meditation, and forgiveness. True spiritual greatness is shown by the capacity to understand and forgive others. Begin each day with a beautiful thought or mantra to set a positive vibration for all that follows. Specific mantras, like the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra, are tools for protection and overcoming fear, aiding practitioners in difficult circumstances. These practices are not merely dogma but effective means of purification and spiritual development, independent of any single culture. "When one is wounded by a knife, the wound heals again. But if one is wounded by a single word, it never heals throughout life." "Whoever begins their day with joy, that is a blessed day. And whoever begins their day with anger, their whole day will be filled with much anger."

The Maṇipūra Cakra: Fire, Prosperity, and Practice

The Maṇipūra cakra is the fire center, governing digestion, activity, and clarity. Its element is Tejas, fire. The associated deity is Viṣṇu, with Lakṣmī as the feminine principle representing flowing prosperity. This cakra is a storehouse for the human psyche; emotional disturbances like unexplained fear, digestive issues, and appetite fluctuations originate here. Practical purification is essential. The Agni-Śarkriyā practice, done for three minutes each morning, promises profound health benefits, including prevention of circulatory diseases, diabetes, and cancer. Advanced techniques like Nauli-Kriyā and Uḍḍīyāna Bandha further support physical and mental clarity. The Bindu-cakra produces a nectar; if not controlled through practices like Khecarī Mudrā, it is burned by the Maṇipūra's digestive fire. Regular practice of these methods promotes rejuvenation and balances the entire system. Ultimately, cakra awakening signifies cultivating wisdom and self-sufficiency, freeing one from psychological problems. This path requires steady practice, a fixed mantra, and a clear philosophy. True spiritual progress integrates all aspects of life, culminating in devotion and love for all beings, which harmonizes everything. "Whoever practices Agni-Śarkriyā every day will never contract certain diseases." "Overcoming fear is the most important thing." Filming location: Hamburg, Germany

Welcome and Introduction to Swāmījī and the Path of Yoga

Yoga is the origin of all spiritual paths, a reunion of the individual with the divine Self. The goal is clear: God-realization. Between the Self and God stands a wall of ignorance, like a border dividing a country. This border is overcome not by intellect alone, but through love and practical experience. The classical paths of Yoga—Bhakti, Jñāna, Karma, and Rāja—are all integrated into daily life. Love for all living beings is fundamental; helping others is the greatest love and the best religion. The human system contains energy centers, or cakras, connected by channels. The Maṇipūra Cakra is a center of inner fire and vital energy, governing digestion and willpower. Positive thoughts purify our being, while negative thoughts create darkness. The aim is to purify one's entire being so the inner light merges with the universal light. "Yoga means union, union of the individual with the divine Self." "The goal is one. And the goal is clear for all of us... the goal is God-realization."

The Subconscious Realm of Svādhiṣṭhāna: Passions, Prayer, and Inner Freedom

The Svādhiṣṭhāna cakra represents the subconscious realm of passions, desires, and inner obstacles. Prayer from the heart, not mere ritual, dissolves doubts and complexes. Purification requires complete spiritual nourishment—mantra, meditation, and company—not a single act. The physical body is temporary; do not be attached to it. Subconscious issues like ego, attachment, jealousy, and anger are great obstacles. Awakening is the rise of clear consciousness and wisdom. Do not tie happiness solely to physical objects or people. Desires and passions, including compulsive eating, stem from the subconscious. Do not resist desires forcefully; instead, acknowledge them and postpone fulfillment through spiritual practice. Cultivate inner freedom and independence. Anger is a fire that burns one's spiritual energy. Compare yourself to others to overcome it. The greatest sin is selfish thinking. Use meditation and mantra to illuminate the inner darkness. Selfish thoughts create problems; selfless service brings freedom. True devotion requires steadfast will, not fleeting emotion. "Any word that begins to dissolve our doubts or the complexes from our heart is the best prayer." "The awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī means the awakening of consciousness—the right consciousness, the clear consciousness."

A Home Blessing and Spiritual Gathering

A home is consecrated as a spiritual dwelling and an altar is established. Gratitude is expressed to all who helped create this space. The home becomes an āśrama, a place for spiritual practice. An altar provides a focal point for reverence during life's fluctuating currents. It is a place to set aside worries and connect with the divine. A couple on the yogic path is blessed to support each other towards liberation. The presence of the divine light is invoked for protection and guidance in this new home. "An altar is like a future moment when you can go to the altar at any time and unload or set aside these worries." "May all who come under this roof find complete contentment in this home."

The Parable of the Blind Man and the Obstacles Within

The parable illustrates how inner obstacles prevent receiving divine grace. A blind couple trips over a box of gold placed on their path, cursing the obstacle instead of receiving the gift. This demonstrates the three impurities: Mālā, Vikṣepa, and Āvaraṇa. These are veils of impurity, distraction, and obscuration that must be purified to see the inner Ātman. The primary method for this purification is constant mantra repetition. The mind, intellect, consciousness, and ego are the four inner instruments that function as the greatest obstacles to this cleansing. The mind retrieves impressions from the subconscious as desires, which the intellect must then discern. A selfish intellect makes poor decisions, while the power of discrimination, Viveka, leads to correct judgment. Unexamined subconscious impressions become uncontrolled energies, like those of the Svādhiṣṭhāna Cakra, which can manifest as emotional turmoil. Mastering this energy through awareness is essential. "God never gives directly. He always gives indirectly." "Prayer and mantra are not just about belief or being purely spiritual; no, they help us in many, many ways."

The Ineffable Nature of the Cakras and the Guru's Grace

The nature of cakras and spiritual reality is ineffable, beyond full description by words. The Guru is the principle that leads from darkness to light, a salvation for the soul from rebirth and suffering. This transcends a mere teacher-student relationship. The cakras are energy centers, yet their exact nature and location are difficult to define. Feelings arise from how experiences are accepted and manifest within the body. Reality is an illusion, a net in which all beings are caught. This illusion, Maya, is like a mirage—perceived but ultimately not real. Attachment, or Moha, binds the soul like a strong rope. The mind creates all states of experience and consciousness. Purification requires addressing three impurities: Mala (dirt), Vikshepa (disturbances), and Avarana (the curtain that obscures). True wisdom awakens one to one's real nature, beyond the veils of misconception. "Gu means darkness and Ru means light. The Guru is that consciousness, that principle, that person who leads us from darkness into light." "Mo Māyā Kā Jāla Prabhu Nirachāyā. He who has tied the knot of karmas to this net. All individuals, all fish are in this net, they cannot get out."

Around the world - Hidden beauty

The highest principle is non-violence, meaning no killing. Every soul is a divine cell; all creatures of the universe are my cells. Therefore, love them, feed them, and do not eat them. Humans are meant to be protectors, not destroyers. Consider a garden with a fence to protect it from wild animals. If the fence itself destroys the garden, it fails its purpose. Our duty is to protect the environment, nature, and all life. Destroying the world contradicts our divine role. "The highest principle is Ahiṃsā, which is Allah." "When the last tree is cut down and the last fish dies, oh man, then you will realize that you cannot eat your dollars."

Around the world - Yoga from Presov

A guided yoga practice for advanced students cultivates relaxation and inner awareness. Begin in a seated posture with calming breath and mantras. Systematically relax each part of the body through focused awareness and breath, releasing from the feet to the head. This deep relaxation prepares the body for asana. Practice gentle stretches and poses like the cradle pose and a twisting backbend to release the spine and sides. Advance to seated postures including a bow shape and Cow's Face pose, emphasizing breath, alignment, and holding the positions. Conclude with breath observation and a breathing exercise focusing on the nostrils to clear energetic channels. Integrate the effects of the practice in final relaxation. "With each inhalation, prāṇa, the vital cosmic energy, is drawn into my body." "Prāṇāyāma is a breathing exercise. Throughout the entire breath, remain focused on the nostrils." Filming locations: Prešov, Prešov Region, Slovakia.

Twenty five years of YIDL in Croatia

The spiritual lineage of Śrī Alakh Purījī Siddha Pīṭha brings the light of yoga to the world. This lineage descends from ancient Himalayan sages. Śrī Dev Purījī established an āśrama in Rajasthan in the late 19th century. His disciple was Bhagavān Śrī Deep Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī, who taught that all beings carry a divine spark. His disciple, Svāmī Madhavānanda Purījī, spread this message globally. The current successor is Viśva guru Svāmī Maheśvarānanda. He brought the Yoga in Daily Life system to Croatia in 1984. The first seminar was held in Zagreb that year. Regular seminars grew, moving to Istria with thousands of participants. The system is taught in universities and cities across Croatia. The first world multi-religious prayer for peace was held in Umag in 2001. The book Yoga in Daily Life became a Croatian bestseller. The Croatian president awarded Svāmījī a high honor in 2002. A world peace summit was held in Croatia in 2005. Special programs for various groups are offered. The divine light of this lineage continues to shine in Croatia. "Every living being loves, if not more, then at least as much as you love yourself." "This system is an eightfold program designed to achieve physical, mental, spiritual, and social health." Filming location: Croatia

The Mahāsamādhi of Śrī Devapurījī

Today is the Mahāsamādhi day of Śrī Devapurījī, a liberated master. He lived hidden in the Himalayas and was a member of a group of siddhas who can materialize and dematerialize at will. He possessed the qualities of Śiva: purity, consciousness, and the power to liberate. He communicated with and commanded animals, who were his faithful disciples, while humans were often selfish and came only with requests. He performed miracles, such as restoring life to a dead child and a dead sheep. He once healed his own severely infected leg overnight. He knew people's hidden actions, like a hunter's concealed birds, which he freed. He foretold events, like the loss of power by local rulers. He declared his departure and left his body in samādhi while in full health. His presence remains as cosmic light. We are not defined by religion but are spiritual beings. The Guru comes as a liberator to free us from the prison of our karma. Do not think negatively. Meditate on Śrī Devapurījī. "God always has to do what the devotee says. Children, whatever they need, they will get from their parents." "God sees everything, your selfishness and your cruelty. These are two sins, double sins." Filming location: Rajasthan, India

The Life and Miracles of Devpurījī

Devpurījī was a being of complete oneness, an incarnation of Śiva who attained Cosmic Consciousness. He embodied divine power through miracles and a profound unity with nature. He had no shadow or footprints, and no photograph could capture him; he instructed devotees to see him in the sun. He restored dead birds to life, rebuking the hunter for harming innocent creatures. He cured the incurably ill by taking their diseases into himself and transferring them into the earth. He lived in harmony with animals, keeping snakes and scorpions in his pocket and using snakes as locks. His room, perceived as full of gold, contained only these creatures. He provided through unseen means and his words manifested as truth. He expressed that people approached him selfishly, not for spiritual power. His legacy is attested to by many in the regions where he lived. "When you want to have my photo, my photo is the sun. Look to the sun." "To give life to the dead is only a miracle, God’s power... O man, do not kill the innocent." Filming location: Rajasthan, India

On Devapurījī

Devapurījī is our Satguru, an incarnation of Śiva, the self-manifested Svayaṃbhū principle. Incarnations descend by free will to liberate beings bound by karma, appearing in human form but possessing all divine powers naturally. He was a miraculous child who went to the Himalayas, joining the Siddhas—perfected yogīs beyond time and natural law, masters through relentless practice. From that lineage, his guru was Ālak Purījī. He later lived in Kelāś, Rajasthan, performing miracles like restoring dead birds to flight and reviving a dead child. His presence deflects rain, and he leaves no shadow or footprints. He taught spiritual alertness, saying his picture is the sun. His name and mantra are powerful medicine, granting protection and making the impossible possible for the faithful. We are linked through a chain of grace from him to Mahāprabhujī to our current guidance. "One came there as a guilty one, and one came there as free, to liberate the guilty one." "Be alert. Prepare yourself now for tomorrow." Filming locations: Kelāś, Rajasthan, India.

Around the world - Bhajans from India

Indian bhajans video Musical recording.

India's Republic Day celebration with Swamiji in Jadan - Part two

The eternal Sanātana Dharma is India's gift to the world, a culture of peace that will never perish. This dharma is unchanging and beginningless, meant for the welfare of all beings. It transcends all religions and boundaries, bringing only a message of peace. The light of this knowledge will shine throughout the world. Students are the future and must preserve this culture. The Guru's grace makes everything possible, removing all obstacles for the devoted disciple. "The impossible is possible through the Guru; He removes all obstacles." "Sanātana dharma is an unchanging, eternal, beginningless dharma; no one can destroy it." Filming locations: Jādan Dhāma, Rajasthan, India.

India's Republic Day celebration with Swamiji in Jadan - Part one

Knowledge is the foundation of prosperity. A Republic Day celebration is an occasion for spiritual reflection and national dedication. The event begins with sacred invocations and the lighting of a lamp. Students perform physical training and form the national flag with their bodies, symbolizing remembrance and joy. Cultural presentations of song, yoga, and folk dance follow, showcasing heritage and discipline. The gathering contemplates the nation's journey, its democratic resilience, and current challenges. A call is made for unity, dedication, and instilling noble values in the youth to guide the country's destiny. The program concludes with performances honoring the motherland. "From Vidyā (knowledge) arises Anurūd (prosperity). Without knowledge, one is like a vessel without a handle." "On 26th January 1950, the auspicious beginning of the Republic took place in India. Every citizen of India became the architect of their own destiny." Filming location: UK

The Worship of the Elements

The five elements are divine and must be revered as God. A sun festival exists in Europe, involving a burning wheel. Similar reverence is for water, Jal Devatā. Polluting water harms us. Fire, Agni Dev, is life; our body's heat is a divine automatic system. Fire purifies and must be kept holy. God is not a separate form but exists within every element. The ash from sacred fire is Vibhūti, containing prosperity and perfection. Food must first be offered to the fire god, which blesses it. This practice can lead to miraculous abundance. The wind and air are vital gods; imbalance causes storms. We are nourished by Mother Earth; poisoning her is poisoning ourselves. The space, Ākāśa Tattva, within our body allows movement. We are composed of these five elements held by prāṇa. Modern thinking has destroyed our roots. We must return to nature and Vedic culture, performing ceremonies for all elements to purify the world for future generations. "God is in every element, in everything. So what can be more than the fire? The God, because that’s our life." "If you want to see God, then see Him in these elements. Without this Tattva, we are nothing." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Around the world - Shivaratri at Jadan Ashram

atw Shivaratri at Jadan Ashram Musical recording.

Around the world - Yoga for children CRO

Yoga practice is a circle from intention to breath. We begin with a saṅkalpa, a silent wish repeated three times. Daily life turns attention outward, but yoga asks us to observe inward: our body, position, and feelings. There is no competition; challenges are personal, and progress brings inner satisfaction. Children are engaged through stories and animal-mimicking āsanas, learning which body parts each posture affects. We prepare the body with exercises like the butterfly to loosen hips for prāṇāyāma. The correct posture for breathing is any comfortable, steady seat. The joy is witnessing progress, from restless movement to coordinated control, which refreshes both student and teacher. "The most difficult for me is rolling, because it is fun and loosens the spine. The hardest part is grinding, because the muscles in the arms and head hurt." "Often, when I come here after a whole day of work... completely refreshed, I leave after an hour of yoga." Filming location: Croatia