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Sing Bhajans Always
The power of devotional song surpasses intellectual discourse.Bhajan harmonizes the five elemental principles within every being, creating a universal vibration beyond language. Lectures are beneficial, but the clarity of bhajan is unique. Pride is the great peril. A humble king, ensuring no one … read more »
Guru Bhakti and Guru Mahima
The glory of the Guru and Satsa g is paramount.The Guru is identical to God. Divine incarnations manifest to protect righteousness and re-establish Dharma. The Guru removes the disciple's ignorance and bestows divine light. Satsa g is the company of truth. It acts as a … read more »
Practice according to your path
Yoga is unity, and the day of practice is the day of the Guru.Yoga means coming together, from the elements of the earth to the meeting of friends. The practice unifies the physical, mental, and spiritual bodies. Official celebrations should not be exclusive or centralized at embassies, splitting practitioners … read more »
Different Paths of Yoga
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Bhajan singing. Without Bhakti we can't go forward. Serving animals means to protect the forest. We are in the form of human. Bhagwan Krishna explains eighteen paths of yoga and there are many others. Finally, these … read more »
Nabhi is Like a Seed
The path of prāṇa and the seven sages is revealed through the guru's grace, not dry knowledge.True understanding flows from the bindu as nectar into the nāḍīs. Many seek truth through religion, like searching for water behind a rock, yet the living God is found within. The jīva is a drop from … read more »
Sleeping of a Yogi
Yoga Nidrā is a rare state of conscious sleep beyond waking, dreaming, and deep sleep.It is the yogī's rest where inner awareness remains fully awake while the body sleeps. This unified state is known only to rare, true practitioners. The path involves transcending personal worries and ego. A disciple's perception … read more »
Rishis
Every day holds spiritual significance, and discipline is the foundation of practice.Specific days within a month are designated for worship. Fasting purifies the body and allows it to tap into cosmic energy. Worship acknowledges the divine presence from the very origin of life. The science of Jyotiṣa … read more »
Life is Soul
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Bhaktas get peace and happiness when they have Guru Vakya, the words of the Guru. Our root is Sri Alakhpuriji. Where life is there is Soul. That Soul is equal in all of us.
We are all Brahman
The traditional path of spiritual life is one of gradual progression through defined stages.A mantra is given to disciples who attain high knowledge, for the Guru's blessing alone brings divine joy. Sanātana Dharma is universal, teaching love and protection for all creatures. Every plant has a use, as a … read more »
Union with the Ocean
All knowledge and divinity originate from within.We possess everything internally; the body and its beauty are inner gifts from God. We express what is inside, not draw from outside. A teacher's words enter us, become our knowledge, and we then give them … read more »
Awareness leads to a great result
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Who is doing Sadhana with awareness will reach many things. Three forms of awareness join in one thread of the Rudraksh. Rudraksh means Shiva. Mother always taking care of the child. Birds, horses are also aware. … read more »
We need purification
Purification is essential for spiritual progress, as an unpurified life yields no lasting fruit.Every spoken word fills one's being with energy. True practitioners possess peace, harmony, understanding, and love, irrespective of their life status. Chanting connects one to divine energy, yet the mind must be cleansed of ego and … read more »
We are worshipping the living God
The essence of being human is living in harmony with all life.Humans currently face many disturbances, but most sincerely desire peace. To create harmony, one must practice humility and non-reaction, as taught by turning the other cheek. This principle extends to all creatures, as every being feels … read more »
The best ways of learning
The essence of bhajan is concentration, meditation, and devotion.Bhajan is a resonant, collective listening. One form is the Doha, a two-line question and answer, ideal for spiritual learning. Other forms include drama and storytelling, which impart unforgettable knowledge from a young age. True learning … read more »
The Jiva and the Universe
The human mind questions existence, yet finds no complete answers.Modern science and education remain insufficient. The mind's speed is instantaneous, reaching distant points like Jupiter in a thought. Beyond physical elements lies śūnyakāśa, endless space, and a living consciousness. The universe's relationship to consciousness is … read more »
Examples of yogic power and awareness
Spirituality is one, transcending all nations and forms.Many great yogis and spiritual masters exist in all countries, not only in India. A story illustrates this: a yogi in Czechoslovakia healed a deep cut on a disciple's hand instantly through yogic power. Spiritual power … read more »
A good education is important
Discipline and care for shared property are essential spiritual practices.Negligence and littering, especially with plastic that harms animals, show a lack of respect and responsibility. Teachers, drivers, and students must be accountable for maintaining vehicles and facilities. Cleanliness reflects inner discipline. Learning extends beyond books … read more »
Sandhya is the time for spirituality
Sandhyā is the sacred meeting point, connecting light and darkness, form and the formless.This junction is essential for all life, as creatures and plants depend on the cycles of day and night. The practice of Sandhyā is a form of worship where one cultivates purity, avoiding negativity. Human spirituality … read more »
The joy of Bhajans
The devotee's cup of love is empty, and they plead for it to be filled.The heart cries out, questioning why it remains barren when approaching the divine door guarantees fulfillment. It is stated that no one leaves the divine presence empty-handed. The longing is intense, describing oneself as a beggar … read more »
The teaching of the Saints
The mind creates problems in both activity and idleness, revealing its restless nature.A story illustrates the futility of material accumulation. A teacher gave a merchant a needle to safeguard. The merchant's wife reasoned that if the teacher died, the needle would become a karmic debt impossible to repay. … read more »
The Essence of Life and the Path Within
The nature of life and its five sheaths is a profound mystery.Life is a beautiful miracle of creation that remains largely unknown. The earth itself is a living entity from which all creatures emerge. Yogic teachings describe human existence through the five sheaths and the five elements. … read more »
Removing the negative thoughts
The evening practice is surrender to release the day's accumulated negativity.Throughout the day, negative thoughts and actions from others enter our consciousness. Our own negativity also returns to us. These vibrations affect the nervous system and organs, creating depression and stress that are hard to calm. … read more »
Remembering Mataji Swami Ma Yog Shakti
The path of devotion and the mystery of destiny are examined through life, death, and spiritual discipline.True devotion requires giving one's entire being to the goal of reaching Brahman. Heaven and hell, known as Svarga and Naraka, are not eternal states but temporary experiences within the cycle of rebirth. Human consciousness, distinguished … read more »
Swara Yoga and the Brain
The spiritual path requires discipline and purity, not competition or pride.True greatness never announces itself. The foundational yoga of Patañjali begins with discipline, Atha yoga anuśāsanam. This practice is for holistic health, not physical competition. A primary obstacle is laziness and improper sleep. The brain requires … read more »
Body is important
The inquiry of yoga is the inquiry into the true self.Yoga is not merely physical postures but a deep exploration of consciousness. The body is composed of the five elements: space, air, fire, water, and earth. These elements do not die; they merely merge back into … read more »
Bhajans are Divine
The resonance of collective bhajan practice unites all into one vibration that moves through the entire body.Tomorrow is Amāvasyā, the dark moon night, followed by the new moon's beginning. The moon's effect on Earth is considered, particularly its unique influence on humans, not on animals or vegetation. This lunar phase represents a … read more »
The Bliss of Bhajans
Kriyā is any action, from cooking to walking, performed within the framework of the five elements.The physical body is the first sheath. All activity, including singing bhajans or performing simple stretches, can become divine when done with awareness, unifying the individual with the whole. Even states of consciousness—waking, dreaming, and deep … read more »
Discipline and Disciple
Yoga is the path from darkness to light, a union of body, mind, and spirit.The physical body is the essential vehicle; without it, nothing can be achieved. Yoga is not merely exercise but a science for the entire being. It originates from Śiva, who manifested in meditation. The practice is … read more »
Jivatma, Atma, Paramatma
The inner marriage is the oneness of the individual soul and the supreme soul.Many techniques exist, but the path leads to a single point. A yogi sees peace in all. Worldly marriage is a ceremony, but true union is internal. The soul, separated like a drop from the ocean, … read more »
Knowledge is Endless
Knowledge is an endless flow called Vidyā or Saraswatī.This learning is inherent in consciousness and constantly moves forward like a river. Humans are on this path of Vidyā, which has no end, so one must not stop. All actions, even sweeping, constitute Vidyā when … read more »
The love of animals
The power of mantra brings peace, transcending any specific language.All chants carry the same harmony. Holy rivers, seen as mothers, flow from their sources to the vast ocean, purifying the land. This earth is sustained by these waters. Humans possess a unique consciousness, aware of … read more »
Prayer and Bhajans
A meditation on unity and devotion through mantra and awareness.Dedicate every cell, breath, and heartbeat to the divine lineage. We are all connected within this Guru tradition, though we may not be aware. Every inhaled breath is the life force of the paramparā; every exhalation … read more »
The guidance for us is Gurudev
The inner guru is the true science of life.For ten days, chanting has been for all who suffer. The Guru's words carry the power of truth, guiding those who surrender. People often seek their own will, but that path is problematic. The Guru's blessing … read more »
Performing puja at home
The divine message of the Satguru awakens the world.The true Guru arrives from the immortal realm to liberate souls. One comes for the sake of the devotees and for the supreme essence. The path is found at the Guru's feet, where the cup of … read more »
Living a human life
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Sri Alakhpuriji is the king of the Himalaya, His name can be found in the name of river Alakhnananda. We are searching in the ocean of our knowledge about how to get rid of these negative … read more »
The power of the mantras
The divine vibration of sacred chants and mantras connects the present to the great saints and masters of the past.Their resonance is felt within when one sits in meditation and remembers these hymns. This profound gift of awareness must be used, lest it be lost. Understand the universal principle of non-violence. Inflicting pain or slaughtering … read more »
The mantra RAM
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.Chanting the RAM mantra. Feel the oneness with the Universe. Come within thyself. You are the light of God. Feel peace and Atma in your heart. We are running 24 hours a day, at least one … read more »
The importance of the traditions
Satsa g is the true path, more vital than pilgrimage to holy rivers.Today is Guru Pūrṇimā, also honoring Buddha's enlightenment. Various faiths maintain holy days and disciplines, though adherence often falters. True devotion requires unwavering resolve, not merely calling upon deities in distress. Intellect is the divine gift … read more »
The Story of Sri Pukraji Maharaj
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ahsram, Rajasthan, India.Singing bhajan. Vishwaguruji introduces the bhajan or prayer that good to sing after the meditation or the sadhana. Story of Sri Pukraji. Mahaprabhuji gives everything. Singing bhajan Esa Mera Satguru Andhara Bole and more.
One in All and All in One
Faith is the most powerful energy, granting confidence.The mantra "Om Prabhu Dīpa Niranjan" brings light, removing suffering and negativity. This light means happiness and peace, purifying every cell. The Guru is one, though forms appear many. Absolute faith in the Guru and the … read more »
Yoga Sadhana
Sādhanā is the essential science for returning to the divine self.Yoga is not for material gain but for cosmic union. This practice requires dedicated effort, not mere discussion. Many approach spiritual life with worldly attachments, but only those who sit and practice sincerely remain. The true … read more »
Origin of the Spiritual Science
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.There are many-many technics like Kriya Shakti, Pranayama. Value of these sometimes forgotten. True stories about the mountains of the Himalayas. Some Rishis are transferring this knowledge into the present. Performing pujas, following ceremonies, is not … read more »
Blessing of the Saints
The call is to preserve nature as the foundation of spiritual life.Do not fear, for the Guru's grace protects. True experience is of the unborn, formless reality beyond all qualities and names. The mind's creations are meaningless without divine grace. One seeks to become an instrument of … read more »
Nature of a Sadhu
Compassion is the essential root of spiritual life and practice.The true self is of the nature of pure consciousness and bliss, beyond all dualities and attributes. Service and meditation upon the guru's grace are the supreme support for liberation from karma. Sattvic thoughts and devotion … read more »
Think over your wish
The search for eternal peace defines this age.Humans pursue prosperity, but all possessions are left behind at death. Life is held within the five elements, yet greed dominates. In previous ages, beings worked for harmony to reach higher realms. Now, negativity prevails as … read more »
Bindu Chakra
The Bindu Chakra and the disciple's path are examined.The Bhrāmarī Bindu is a focal point, located on the head and associated with the navel. There are three types of disciples, likened to worms. The first abandons the path quickly. The second is inconsistent, coming … read more »
Devotion to Gurudev
The light of the Guru dispels all sorrow.Remember the Satguru day and night to make your life successful. Through devotion and constant remembrance, one receives the Guru's grace, which grants liberation from all bondage and fulfills all true desires. The Guru works tirelessly … read more »
Prana, life and Soul
The nature of prāṇa, jīva, and the body is examined.The physical body is temporary, yet essential. Prāṇa is the life force that doctors recognize as life, distinct from the soul, which is not physical or visible. The soul and prāṇa are closely linked. Practice engages … read more »
Beauty is in our Hearts
The human heart has lost the natural harmony of togetherness found in all creation.Modern life separates families across the globe for work and titles, leaving homes empty of real connection. This separation drains love, reducing family bonds to brief, hollow greetings. True love is a profound, unifying force. In … read more »
The importance of Guru Parampara
Prayer is a universal spiritual practice rooted in the Guru Paramparā, the lineage of truth.Every culture has its own forms of worship, from holy sites to ceremonies, yet the essence is the same: a heartfelt connection. True prayer is not ritual alone but an offering of one's entire day, good … read more »