Swami Sivananda’s 20 Spiritual Instructions
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In this video, we dive
In this video, we dive deep into the 20 spiritual instructions of Swami Sivananda, a renowned yogi and spiritual teacher. These instructions serve as a guiding light on our spiritual journey, providing valuable insights and practical wisdom for living a fulfilling and purposeful life.
🌟 In the first instruction, we learn the importance of rising at 4 a.m. and engaging in japa and meditation during the peaceful early hours, connecting with the divine within.
🌟 Instruction two introduces the powerful seated postures, Padmasan and Siddhasana, ideal for mantra chanting and meditation, but beginners can start with simpler poses.
🌟 Nourishing our body with Sattvic food is highlighted in the third instruction, promoting a clear mind and steady energy flow for spiritual practice.
🌟 The fourth instruction encourages us to practice selfless giving, donating a portion of our income to those in need, creating a cycle of abundance and joy.
🌟 Regularly studying the Bhagavad Gita, as advised in instruction five, opens our hearts to profound spiritual truths, guiding our actions and thoughts.
🌟 Preserving our vital energy, known as Virya, according to instruction six, allows us to harness its power for spiritual progress and inner growth.
🌟 Instructions seven to nine advise giving up addictive and toxic substances, embracing silence, and speaking the truth kindly, nurturing a pure heart and mind.
🌟 Fasting on Ekadasi days, as instructed in ten, purifies the body and mind, aligning us with the spiritual energies of the universe.
🌟 Instruction eleven invites us to cultivate gratitude and mindfulness during meals, empowering us to absorb more nourishment from the same food.
🌟 The twelfth instruction emphasizes kindness and compassion towards all, recognizing the interconnectedness of every being.
🌟 Self-analysis, instruction thirteen, helps us learn from our past mistakes, transforming our karma and shaping a brighter future.
🌟 Being self-reliant, per instruction fourteen, empowers us to take charge of our lives, fostering independence and responsibility.
🌟 Instructions fifteen and sixteen encourage us to begin and end our days with thoughts of the divine, strengthening our spiritual connection.
🌟 Keeping a japa-mala close by, as advised in instruction seventeen, serves as a reminder to practice mantra repetition and maintain a spiritual routine.
🌟 Embracing simplicity and high thinking, as per instruction eighteen, enriches our inner world, shifting our focus from material possessions to spiritual growth.
🌟 Instructions nineteen and twenty emphasize selfless service, helping others and monks, and maintaining a separate meditation space to deepen our practice.
🙏 Follow these instructions diligently, as Swami Sivananda advised, and you'll experience supreme happiness and spiritual awakening.
Don't forget to check out Swami Sivananda's website and books for more profound teachings.
Divine Life Society Website - https://www.dlshq.org/
Swami Sivananda Website - https://www.sivanandaonline.org/
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🌟 In the first instruction, we learn the importance of rising at 4 a.m. and engaging in japa and meditation during the peaceful early hours, connecting with the divine within.
🌟 Instruction two introduces the powerful seated postures, Padmasan and Siddhasana, ideal for mantra chanting and meditation, but beginners can start with simpler poses.
🌟 Nourishing our body with Sattvic food is highlighted in the third instruction, promoting a clear mind and steady energy flow for spiritual practice.
🌟 The fourth instruction encourages us to practice selfless giving, donating a portion of our income to those in need, creating a cycle of abundance and joy.
🌟 Regularly studying the Bhagavad Gita, as advised in instruction five, opens our hearts to profound spiritual truths, guiding our actions and thoughts.
🌟 Preserving our vital energy, known as Virya, according to instruction six, allows us to harness its power for spiritual progress and inner growth.
🌟 Instructions seven to nine advise giving up addictive and toxic substances, embracing silence, and speaking the truth kindly, nurturing a pure heart and mind.
🌟 Fasting on Ekadasi days, as instructed in ten, purifies the body and mind, aligning us with the spiritual energies of the universe.
🌟 Instruction eleven invites us to cultivate gratitude and mindfulness during meals, empowering us to absorb more nourishment from the same food.
🌟 The twelfth instruction emphasizes kindness and compassion towards all, recognizing the interconnectedness of every being.
🌟 Self-analysis, instruction thirteen, helps us learn from our past mistakes, transforming our karma and shaping a brighter future.
🌟 Being self-reliant, per instruction fourteen, empowers us to take charge of our lives, fostering independence and responsibility.
🌟 Instructions fifteen and sixteen encourage us to begin and end our days with thoughts of the divine, strengthening our spiritual connection.
🌟 Keeping a japa-mala close by, as advised in instruction seventeen, serves as a reminder to practice mantra repetition and maintain a spiritual routine.
🌟 Embracing simplicity and high thinking, as per instruction eighteen, enriches our inner world, shifting our focus from material possessions to spiritual growth.
🌟 Instructions nineteen and twenty emphasize selfless service, helping others and monks, and maintaining a separate meditation space to deepen our practice.
🙏 Follow these instructions diligently, as Swami Sivananda advised, and you'll experience supreme happiness and spiritual awakening.
Don't forget to check out Swami Sivananda's website and books for more profound teachings.
Divine Life Society Website - https://www.dlshq.org/
Swami Sivananda Website - https://www.sivanandaonline.org/
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