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WITNESS ART THOU

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 15, 2012 at 7:00pm

Virtue and vice, pleasure and pain, are of the mind. Neither the doer nor the enjoyer art thou. Indeed, thou art ever free.
In the Gita you will find: "All actions are wrought by the qualities of nature only. The self-deluded man, through egoism, thinketh: "I am the doer." But he who knoweth the essence of the divisions of the qualities and functions, holding that the qualities move amidst the qualities, is not attached."

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Sw

THOUGHT DECIDES THE FUTURE

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 14, 2012 at 7:00pm

As you think, so you become. Think that you are the body, the body you will become. Think that you are weak, weak you will become. Think that you are Brahman, Brahman you will become. Thought moulds a man. Imagination works wonders. Your present is the result of your past thoughts, and your future will be according to your present thoughts. Speech and action simply follow thought.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine L

YOU ARE NEVER HELPLESS

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 13, 2012 at 7:00pm

The spiritual aspirant is never helpless. The entire existence supports him in his arduous struggle, for he is searching for something which is true to all. One relay dislike a certain thing of the world but Truth can be hated by none.
If all the fourteen worlds were to face him in battle, the true spiritual aspirant wilt regard them as mere straw, for he is the immortal Spirit., the ruler of heaven arid earth and the universe at large.
The road to excellent bliss is covered with many piercing tho

REFLECT AND PRACTICE

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 12, 2012 at 7:00pm

Purity is the keynote of divine life. lie who gets mastery of the mind and the senses is invincible. He cannot be overcome by anyone.
.Love, kindness, compassion, charitable acts-all these soften and change the heart.
Rudeness, cruelty, revenge, meanness-all these harden the heart.
A worldling cannot understand a saint as he has an impure mind, as his mind is veiled by passion.
A thirsty aspirant enters a new birth. He has a new heart and a new mind. He has an awakened vision.
It is Brahmamuhurta now

THE SUBSTRATUM "I"

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 11, 2012 at 7:00pm

"I am the destroyer of the tree of worldliness. My reputation is as high as the summit of a hill. I am in essence as pure as the sun. I am the highest treasure. I am, all-wise, immortal, indestructible and taintless.
"I am Satchidananda Brahman. I am the eternal, all-pervading, attributeless Para Brahman. I am the non-dual Para Brahman 1 am the all-full Brahman. I am the ever-pure and taintless Brahman."
Meditate thus and realize your essential nature.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-

ATTAIN ATMA SWARAJYA

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 10, 2012 at 7:00pm

Knowledge of Brahman causes release from the trammels of one's own mind. Such a release alone leads to tire attainment of Moksha or liberation or real Swarajya-freedom of the Self'.
If the mind-thief is punished severely, one can attain Nirvana. Self-realization can be had within the twinkling of an eye if you apply yourself diligently to meditation and if you equip yourself with the four means of salvation. Then and then alone can you have real Swarajya in the Soul.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami

THE KNOWER OF THE SELF

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 9, 2012 at 7:00pm

That man who neither rejoices in times of good fortune nor sorrows when overtaken by misfortune, is said to be endowed with wisdom and contentment.
Overcoming lust and anger, observing the vow of Brahmacharya, and becoming a complete master of his senses, the Brahmana, practicing patiently the austere penances and observing the most rigid res¬traint, should live in the world, calmly waiting for his time, like one scenting to possess a body though knowing fully that he is not subject to destructio

ATMAN IS UNBORN

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 9, 2012 at 7:00pm

How can there be death for the Soul when It has no birth? The Srutis declare: "The Atman is unborn, without old age, imperishable and immortal."
The Aunan is absolutely changeless and is the witness of the six changes that take place in the body on account of the influence of time. It is unattached, like a lotus leaf in water, like the all-pervading ether. As It is birthless and unattached, there is neither agency nor enjoyment in lt.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Infor

THE TWO AIDS

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 8, 2012 at 7:00pm

Rajas and Tamas try their best to re-enter the mental factory and take possession of their lost seat. They should be driven out by means of dispassion, discrimination and enquiry.
When meditation is practiced, obstacles begin to appear, such as absence of right enquiry, inclination towards enjoyment, absorption in sensual and im¬pure thoughts, laziness and impatience. Remove them by means of right enquiry and discrimination. Stand as a witness of such thoughts.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivana

DO NOT BE SUSPICIOUS

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 7, 2012 at 7:00pm

Suspicion clouds the mind. It creates rupture among friends. It loses friends. It is a defect not in the heart but in the brain.
Suspicion is the mark of a mean spirit and a base soul. A noble man suspects none. Suspicion hampers business dealings, disposes kings and heads of states to tyranny, and husbands to jealousy and hatred. It poisons true friendship.
Freedom from, suspicion promotes happiness in man. Suspicion is all enemy of happiness. Ignorance is its mother. Attain knowledge, then suspi

How to stay stress free and happy?

Posted by Reshmita Agarwal on May 7, 2012 at 3:29pm

How to stay fit?
There are various opinions and thoughts about how a person actually can stay fit for his/her entire life. One way is of course to take care of yourself. But, question comes, how you can take care of you and your family members? It's quite simple, learn and help others learn. Knowledge crosses the barrier of anxiety and superstitions. If you can get rid of your anxiety and stress, then half of your works are done.

What to do then?
it's probably not very difficult to understand tha

CARELESSNESS IS DANGEROUS

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 6, 2012 at 7:00pm

Just as rile sedge, even if removed, again covers file water of a pond, so also ignorance enshrouds even a wise man if he is careless and stops his meditation.
Therefore, the aspirant should be ever careful. Carelessness is practical death itself. There is no greater danger for an aspirant than carelessness in his spiritual practices. The man who is careless falls front the ladder of virtue.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website o

THE FIVE SHEATHS

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 5, 2012 at 7:00pm

When all the five sheaths have been eliminated by the "Nell-Nell" doctrine and through reasoning, what remains is the witness, the Absolute, the ail-full, indivisible eternal Atman.
The five sheaths are the physical, vital, mental, intellectual and blissful. These are all products of nature. They are like the layers of an onion. Just as the onion dwindles into an airy nothing when all the layers are peeled oil so also the body-idea vanishes when the sheaths are eliminated.

From "Daily Sayings" by

OVERCOME SORROW

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 4, 2012 at 7:00pm

Long hast thou been bound by the noose of "I am the body." Feel now: "I am Satchidananda Atman," and, cutting the noose with this sword of wisdom, roam about happily.
There should not exist in the heart the least idea of separateness. The moment the concepts of "I." "mine" and '"you" arise in one, the nail of sorrow is hammered in him. Get established in the idea of "Soham" or "I am He". Through identification with the Atman you will be able to land safely on the other shore, the shore of immorta

TIME IS PRECIOUS

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 3, 2012 at 7:00pm

Know thc value of time. You cannot salvage even a second spent in a worthless manner. Time is most precious. Utilize every second itl spiritual pursuits and in service.
Tile moment you turn your mind Godward, you will gain immense strength and peace. If you are truthful and pure in your daily life, yon will inherit the kingdom of God.
As soon as you get tip from your bed in the early morning, do Japa and meditation. Then do Asanas and Pranayama.

From "Daily Sayings" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963).

LIVE THE DIVINE LIFE

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 2, 2012 at 7:00pm

Lead the divine life of truth, love and purity. Repeat the Lord's Name with every breath. Take everything as His Will. Surrender yourself unto His protecting hands. You will enjoy perennial peace.
Devotion to the Lord's feet alone will enable you to obtain His Grace. Do Japa, sing Kirtan, do charity, practice meditation and realize the Atomic bliss. May (god bless all your efforts!
Think correctly, decide carefully, speak sweetly and measuredly, work diligently. The senses and the mind are your en

THE PLIGHT OF JIVAS

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 1, 2012 at 7:00pm

The bull of Jiva sleeps its long sleep under the large shadows of attachment, in the forest of worldliness, weltering in the mire of sinful actions, goaded by tile goad of ignorance and lashed by the whip of sensual enjoyments. It is bound by the strong cords of desire and is ever and anon tormented by the flea-bites of rare diseases.
A sage's power lies in lifting, through ceaseless effort, this bull which groans under the heavy load of pains. Having fallen into the pool of numberless births and

Summer Bhajan Tour of Omkareshwar Swamis (through many Yoga Vidya Centers)

Posted by Swami Mangalananda on April 26, 2012 at 2:03pm

Swami Mangalananda and Swami Gurusharanananda will once more be on their yearly fundraising tour for the spiritual school they founded at their ashram in Omkareshwar, India. The Swamis are from Ma Anandamayi Ashram and will be singing in many Yoga Vidya Centers throughout Germany, including having a public kirtan at Yoga Vidya Bad Meinberg on Sat. June 9th, 2012. Below is the schedule for this summer:

Europe Tour 2012

May
Germany
Tuesday 22nd—24th Fischen--retreat with Uli and his group (private)

YOUR INNER GUIDE

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on April 25, 2012 at 7:00pm

Conscience is the li[ht of the Soul that burns within the chambers of your heart. It is a form of truth. It is the guiding voice from within.
Virtuous actions, charity, benevolence, nobility, generosity, acts of mercy, practice of truthfulness, Brahmacharya and Ahimsa sharpen conscience. On the other hand, falsehood, a cruel and immoral life, crookedness and deceitfulness kill the conscience. A man of guilty conscience is always restless and un¬happy in this world and in the next also. A man of p

What is the purpose of singing Kirtans constantly?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on April 21, 2012 at 7:00pm

Singing of Kirtans incessantly will produce divine vibrations within and these vibrations
are so powerful as to counteract all external forces distracting the human mind and arrest the
wanderings of the mind, bringing peace and happiness to the individual. There is a mysterious
power in the Divine Name that singing it purifies the heart and mind and makes the Kirtanist
God-conscious.

From "May I answer that" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divin

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WITNESS ART THOU

THOUGHT DECIDES THE FUTURE

YOU ARE NEVER HELPLESS

REFLECT AND PRACTICE

THE SUBSTRATUM "I"

ATTAIN ATMA SWARAJYA

THE KNOWER OF THE SELF

ATMAN IS UNBORN

THE TWO AIDS

DO NOT BE SUSPICIOUS

How to stay stress free and happy?

CARELESSNESS IS DANGEROUS

THE FIVE SHEATHS

OVERCOME SORROW

TIME IS PRECIOUS

LIVE THE DIVINE LIFE

THE PLIGHT OF JIVAS

Summer Bhajan Tour of Omkareshwar Swamis (through many Yoga Vidya Centers)

YOUR INNER GUIDE

What is the purpose of singing Kirtans constantly?

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