Difference between knowing the path of meditation & moving ahead in that path?

Can you please explain the difference between knowing the path of meditation and moving ahead in that path? Certainly, it is as different as knowing how to swim by reading self-help books and the actual act of swimming. A Sadguru will be in perpetual meditation. If you can meditate for at least 3 hours daily […]

Can we meditate with the eyes open?

Can we meditate with the eyes open? Yes, though it is difficult to meditate with the eyes open. It is easier to practice meditation with the eyes closed. People with good will power can certainly do so. With open eyes, the external objects are constantly seen and difficulty arises in going beyond the mind and […]

How do people benefit by visiting Ashram?

Some people who know nothing about love and meditation also come to the Ashram. How do they benefit? Usually those who suffer from physical and psychological problems come to the Ashram, seeking relief. Through various tailored spiritual-educational camps, we have been teaching the participants as to how common diseases like asthma, backache etc. can be […]

Why Meditation is given utmost importance?

Meditation is given the utmost importance at Shri Shaktidarshan Yogashram. Why is it so? Also, what is meditation? According to Sage Patanjali’s Ashtanga Yoga, there are eight different limbs of Yoga, namely, yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. The first four limbs are mostly related to the physical body; prathyahara, dharana, dhyana […]

Guruji, is Mangal Aarathi and Naivedyam necessary?

Guruji, is it necessary to perform Mangal Aarathi before the stone images of Gods in the temples? Also, is it necessary to offer Naivedyam? Yes, the Naivedyam Pooja should be conducted first and then the Mangal Aarathi. Usually, the idols of Gods or Goddesses are made of black stone, especially in South India. Through Ashta […]