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Patanjalis Yogasutras - Dharma of intellect
An evening satsang discourse on the blessings and duties of human life."First of all, Ādiguru Śa karācārya said that the soul is blessed which is born in a human body." "Blessed are they who have the interest in his spirituality... and the fifth one is meeting a … read more »
Patanjalis Yogasutras - Vairagya and satsang
A satsang on Yoga in Daily Life, exploring consciousness, universal knowledge, and the path of non-attachment."It was the yogīs who understood what life is—the entire creation on this planet." "Ahimsa is love. We say God is love and love is God. That love which is known as a universal love to … read more »
Patanjalis Yogasutras - Dark cloud of laziness
A spiritual discourse on environmental reverence, karma, and overcoming mental obstacles for liberation."Therefore, it is our prime duty to protect, to serve, and look after these four great living examples: the tree, the sand, the lake, and the rain." "As long as you say 'my, my,' you are … read more »
Patanjalis Yogasutras - Nectar of divine words
A spiritual discourse on the nectar of wisdom and sensory discipline."Vācanāmṛta means the nectar of the words of wisdom spoken by the master." "Patañjali is saying, if you can master your thoughts, then your practice or sādhanā will improve." The lecturer explains various forms of spiritual … read more »
Sankalp Mantra
A guided instruction on performing the Śa kalpa Mudrā, a ritual for making and sanctifying resolutions."This practice will bring completeness to all your physical, mental, and spiritual efforts in the world." "Hold your śa kalpa in your hand and will make many resolutions." An instructor leads a group in a detailed … read more »
Satsang is the way
A satsang discourse on the value of spiritual community and true friendship."Brothers and sisters you can get in every life... But Satguru Dev and Satsa gī brothers and sisters, you can get only in a human life." "If you give a hand, then hold the hand till … read more »
Guru kripa makes everything possible
A satsang discourse on the grace and principle of the Guru."Whatever you wish in your mind, by the grace of Gurudev, nothing is impossible." "What is not possible, Gurudev can do. Or what is going to happen, Gurudev can remove it." Swami Ji addresses devotees on … read more »
Sadhana and family
A satsang discourse on integrating spiritual practice with family life as a householder."Your child is born to replace you. When the child is born, you are happy. But you should know: now the Lord of the house is already here." "For a householder, their sādhana, their spiritual path, … read more »
I surrender my service to all
A spiritual discourse on universal service and cultural wisdom, delivered on the speaker's birthday."If you live, then live for entire creatures. Each and every entity is myself." "The service to the human is a greater service, which I do not accept. I reject this very much." Swami Ji addresses … read more »
Monsoon and sadhana
A spiritual discourse on the Śrāvaṇa month, environmental crisis, and devotion to Śiva."Mother Earth has enough for everyone's need, but not for their greed." "Śiva asks, 'Do you pray from your heart or not?'... Do not beg; just pray. Give your love." From Om Vishvadip Gurukul in Rajasthan, … read more »
Kumbha Mela - the festival of immortality
Master 546 - Kumbha Mela - the festival of immortality DVD 546 … read more »
The value of bhajans
A spiritual discourse on the value of the guru, satsang, and inner practice."Only one who knows a diamond can prize it. As long as you recognize value, you are rich. When you think, 'I don't need this anymore,' and forget it, you lose that value." "Be that sandalwood. … read more »
The beauty of the name of God
A spiritual discourse on the eternal nature of yoga and the purification of the mind."Yoga existed before creation began. The creation itself began with the Yoga Śakti." "Look within your heart. In your inner mirror, what do you see? You see the face of the person toward whom you are … read more »
The five elements in balance
A public lecture on the holistic Yoga in Daily Life system."Yoga is yoga, but it depends on how you explain and practice it. The word 'yoga' means union, balance, or harmony." "Yoga in Daily Life is designed mindfully, carefully, according to ancient authentic literature—ancient wisdom for … read more »
The human body is a valuable instrument
A public lecture and yoga demonstration on achieving holistic harmony."Yoga is a science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul. It is a very ancient practice, older than this planet itself, because yoga means balance, harmony, and unity." "The purpose of life is to get liberation, … read more »
The beauty of spirituality
A public lecture and practical yoga workshop on integrating spiritual practice into daily life."Tons of theory is nothing compared to a gram of practice. So this evening, we will learn something we can utilize in our lives." "Yoga is for better health, better concentration, a happy and long life, … read more »
Exercise will make You capable
An evening satsang on yoga, discipline, and health, followed by a gentle yoga practice."Yoga begins with discipline. Yoga means discipline, and yoga life will be successful through discipline." "Through the practice of yoga, try to neutralize your thoughts in your consciousness. Yogi means one who is master of the … read more »
Yoga against stress
A public lecture on overcoming stress through yoga, meditation, and spiritual principles."Everything negative which happens in our life comes from stress. Stress is a destructive factor." "Yoga in Daily Life is such a beautiful and very easy system that everyone can practice. It does not matter if … read more »
Everything is purna
A satsang discourse on spiritual completeness, fasting, and conscious living."When our consciousness, when our intellect, when our ignorance turns towards our individual existence, it separates us from the Pūrṇa." "Fasting is not only that you avoid your meal, but fasting means you do something good … read more »
Relations creates situations
A spiritual discourse on the human condition, karma, and liberation from attachment."Attachment creates fear. Attachment creates confusion. Attachment creates disappointments... But where there is love, there is freedom. Where there is love, there is beauty." "Easier will... be to love, but not to suffer for that love. … read more »
Yoga is universal consciousness
A public talk on the essence of yoga and the practice of meditation."Yoga is the knowledge of the body, mind, and soul. Yoga is designed to liberate the human body, human emotion, mind, intellect, consciousness, and the soul." "Meditation is the path to oneself. Meditation is the path … read more »
The tree should be strong
A spiritual discourse reflecting on friendship, faithfulness, and the challenges of the spiritual journey over thirty-five years."Try to create friends who will accompany you until the last step, the last breath of your life." "True friendship should never waver. True Friendship." The speaker recounts profound experiences, including a conversation with a desolate, … read more »
Active and passive meditation
A satsang on meditation, karma yoga, and humanity's relationship with nature."Yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam. Through the practice of karma yoga, you will be successful in your yoga practice." "Mother Nature has enough for everyone's need, but not for the greed." Swami Avatarpuri, speaking from Střelky Ashram, explains … read more »
Why Should I Meditate
A satsang discourse on active meditation and karma yoga."You don't have to [meditate]. But nothing works without meditation." "My work is my worship. My help, what I do, is my prayer, my ceremony." The lecturer leads a morning talk, exploring the theory and practice … read more »
Yoga - these are ancient principles.
A lecture on the essence and practice of yoga, delivered in Munich."Yoga means union, unity, balance, and harmony between body, mind, and the soul, or union of individual consciousness with cosmic consciousness." "Yoga in Daily Life means that everything was brought together and what is important is … read more »
Chidakash meditation
A Sunday satsang discourse on the soul, consciousness, and spiritual practice."The soul is not ātmā; the soul is individual, and ātmā is the universe. The soul is the victim of karma, the victim of destiny, and the victim of birth, death, and rebirth." "Our consciousness is … read more »
Meditation and mental health
A discourse on creative meditation as an active, practical spiritual path."Such creative meditation is more powerful and useful than just sitting with closed eyes." "Creative meditation makes humans multi-talented, capable, and healthy." The lecturer explains the concept of creative meditation, advocating for concentrated, hands-on work as … read more »
Mahaprabhuji is that one
A spiritual discourse on the purpose of human life and the path to liberation."Meditation is the way to him, to Gurudev. Meditation is the way to thyself, the Ātmā. And meditation is the way to Brahman, the Supreme." "Human life is given to get Brahma jñāna, Ātmā jñāna, while … read more »
Raja yoga is the way to the Self
A satsang on meditation, discipline, and the path of Raja Yoga."You are the king of your mind and your senses." "Meditation means to come above, come over this restlessness of the mind, like waves on a peaceful lake." Swamiji addresses a weekend retreat, explaining the eight … read more »
Shiva is the body of the universe
A concluding lecture on Śivarātri about realizing the universal Ātmā and the path from the individual soul to Śiva consciousness."The Ātmā is Ajara Amar—unborn, immortal, everlasting. That Ātmā is our reality." "To become from Jīva to Śiva, God gave you the human body. And to change from Jīva to Śiva, you have to surrender and … read more »
Solve Your inner conflicts
A spiritual discourse on inner conflict and universal peace."Conflict is not in the world; conflict is within you. That conflict is in me, and only I can solve it." "Humans are perfect beings meant to live on this planet like a divine self, like … read more »
Understand Yourself through meditation
A discourse on active and passive meditation, self-realization, and spiritual practice."Your work is not merely for earning money... it is to create beauty in this world through your talents and intuitions. This is called active meditation." "Passive meditation means withdrawing your senses and thoughts from the … read more »
Meditation and quality of life
A discourse on the purpose and practice of meditation."Meditation is the answer to thyself, to all thy questions. Meditation will give the answers." "Meditation is a way to thyself, which means to God... Where there is love, there is unity, and where there is … read more »
Steps towards meditation
A detailed instructional talk on mantra and meditation practice."Without a mantra, meditation is like a body without a soul. Mantra is very useful and important. It creates positive vibrations." "Love is what attracts the attention of God. Love is the door to Brahmaloka, heaven … read more »
How to be one with Yourself
A discourse on the two main types of meditation and their application for harmony and self-inquiry."Meditation means to be one with thyself. The whole day you are working and extroverted... Meditation re-establishes the real relation with yourself—with your body, mind, intellect, consciousness, and soul." "After this comes the next step of … read more »
Six tigers of the human mind
A discourse on meditation, discipline, and the obstacles on the spiritual path."Meditation is a part of Rāja Yoga, also known as Aṣṭā ga Yoga. It is a path very gradually and systematically guided by the great saint or ṛṣi, Patañjali." "Patañjali said, 'My children, my devotees, my … read more »
The Role of Devotion in Spiritual Progress
A discourse on the role of devotion (bhakti) in accelerating spiritual progress."After practicing various yogic disciplines for some time... the development of spirituality towards samādhi... is devotion. If one desires... a greater speed... then they must turn to devotion." "All the blessings—each tissue of my body is … read more »
The Spiritual Path of the Householder
A discourse on the spiritual duties and challenges of family life."For the householder, their sādhanā, their spiritual path, will be completed if they are able to educate the children." "Yoga is something which brings humans again back to their heart, and then from the heart comes … read more »
The Radiance of a Pure Spirit
A morning satsang on the nature of spiritual practice and inner purity."When we begin to speak or think about spiritual sādhanā, what do we understand by the term? Is it just a few minutes or hours of practice, or is something more required?" "Spirituality means, above all, … read more »
The Necessity of Preparation
A discourse on the necessity of physical and mental preparation for advanced spiritual practices."Without season, trees will not give fruit. Similarly, you have to prepare yourself for the higher techniques." "Holy Gurujī used to say, 'Habit is the second nature of a man.' And then that person becomes a … read more »
The Power of Mantra and the Call to Purity
A spiritual discourse on the power and proper use of mantras."A mantra creates a positive harmony, a positive energy that grants good health and purifies your karma." "The king of all mantras is your Gurū Mantra... Oṃ is the origin. The entire resonance in this universe … read more »
The Supreme Path of Selfless Service
A discourse on the supreme path of karma yoga, or selfless service."Through Karma Yoga, through work, your yoga life will be successful. It is the best way to get rid of ego, the best way to get rid of your pride." "God gave you these hands to … read more »
The Sacred Salutation: An Introduction to Khatu Praṇām
An instructional talk introducing the spiritual practice of Khatu Praṇām."Khatu is the holy place where Bhagavān Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī lived." "Khatu Praṇām, automatically when we say Khatu Praṇām, our salutation goes to Mahāprabhujī." The speaker explains the sacred significance of Khatu, detailing its history … read more »
A Beautiful Day for Practice
A morning satsang addressing common obstacles in meditation."When I meditate, after a while I go so deep within myself that I don't want to practice the mantra. Even when I repeat the mantra, I feel vikṣepa (distraction/agitation)." "Therefore, whenever you meditate, you will … read more »
The Nature of Desire
A spiritual discourse on the nature and purpose of desire."Desires are part of our life; they are created by the Creator. Without desires, you cannot exist, proceed, or improve." "The difference is that the human can, through viveka (discernment), minimize their needs and minimize their … read more »
The Festival of Holī: Victory of Truth and Colorful Joy
A spiritual discourse explaining the Holī festival and sharing a personal anecdote."Thus, it is a holy festival, and the 21st is a truly sacred day." "I was not angry, but I was sad. I thought, 'Oh God, the cheque Gurujī gave me will be destroyed.'" The speaker … read more »
The Master and Disciple
A spiritual discourse on the guru-disciple relationship and spiritual lineage."The master is a candle that is already lit and burning. The disciple is a candle that is still unlit." "The disciple who enters into the consciousness of the master with devotion will become the master." … read more »
The Power and Responsibility of the Mantra
A spiritual discourse on the sacredness and gravity of receiving a guru mantra."You must decide whom you wish to follow, and it is a lifelong commitment to practice. It is not merely the mantra, but your devotion and your faith that will carry you far." "Never take a … read more »
A Lesson in Desireless Acceptance
A spiritual story illustrating the principle of desireless action through a lesson given by Mahāprabhujī to Holy Gurujī."Gurujī replied, 'Well, staying near Mahāprabhujī, there are always so many halvās and sweets. I would like to have a bajrā kī chapātī... and guāphalī sabjī.'" "Mahāprabhujī said, 'Why are you moving up and down? When … read more »