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Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Ji is a God-realized yogi dedicated to guiding sincere seekers on the path to Self and God-realization. He spent seven years under the personal guidance of Gurus and Mahatmas in the Himalayas and has been serving Gurus and sincere devotees for more than 55 years. He continues this service through initiation into Paramahansa Yogananda’s Kriya Yoga and the Knowledge as Given by Totapuri Maharaj, the Guru of Paramahansa Ramakrishna. Having obtained Divine enlightenment, he

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01:38:42

The Priority of Sadhana over the Spiritual Circus

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/08/23

In this satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks on the distinction between true spiritual practice and the “circus” of spirituality.He reflects on why Babaji kept only a few disciples, the misconceptions about lineages and gurus, and the real qualities of an avatar—complete selflessness and lack of self-concern. Emphasizing sadhana as the true adventure of life, he explains how karma is weakened through practice, why miracles and popularity distract from inner realization, and how devotion to

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01:43:48

Purity Is Where You Belong: Karma, Meditation, and...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/08/05

In this wide-ranging Q&A satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks directly and intimately on the unseen factors that shape human nature—karma, past lives, environment, and character. He addresses questions on spiritual betrayal, the misuse of Kriya Yoga, and how unvetted seekers can dilute authentic practice. With grounded honesty, he explains why “devilish” tendencies may persist even in so-called spiritual people and emphasizes the importance of inner purity and vetting before

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01:53:10

Knowledge vs. Ritual: The Real Path to Self-Realization

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/08/02

In this raw and uncompromising satsang, Yogivah Giri cuts through spiritual pretense to reveal what authentic practice actually looks like. Drawing from Shankaracharya's "Knowledge of the Self" (Atma Bodha), he explains why direct knowing—not rituals, reading, or trying to be calm—is the only path to liberation. Key insights include: Why most Kriya Yoga practitioners never achieve self-realization despite decades of practice The difference between genuine knowledge and spiritual concepts or book

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01:59:37

You Are Not the Body: Simplicity and Dispassion

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/08/02

In this talk, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri recounts stories from his early life and discusses themes of simplicity, dispassion, and detachment. He reflects on the story of the cow as an analogy for how life becomes complicated through attachments. He emphasizes that God-realization is simple, while worldly life remains unsatisfying and cyclical. Yogivah Giri shares his past-life memory of being beheaded and how that deep disappointment led to genuine dispassion. He speaks at length about the illusion of

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01:57:08

The True Guru, Boons of Faith & the Afterlife Illusion

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/07/13

In this episode, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks on the essence of a true Guru, the dangers of spiritual exclusivity, and the illusion of external boons.“If you have had God-realization, then nothing should matter to you anymore—you have got everything.” He shares personal stories of divine guidance, God-dependence, and his visits to sacred sites like Dakshineswar. A reflection on spiritual family, the real meaning of realization, and the inner path to the Divine.

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01:57:59

The Bhagavad Gita as Light in All Directions

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/07/12

In this episode, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri reflects deeply on the Bhagavad Gita as the essence of all scriptures. He emphasizes, “The Gita is the total essence of all scriptures… it is always dispelling darkness.” Yogivah Giri affirms that the Gita is not symbolic—it is literal truth and living guidance for every endeavor: “The Gita is like the guiding light of the North Star… it applies light to whatever your interest is.”He shares that true understanding arises not only through reading but “with

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02:05:39

The Tree of Ignorance & the Power of Sadhana

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/07/11

In this episode, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri shares a vivid analogy of spiritual awakening: comparing the removal of a massive tree to the gradual elimination of karma and ignorance. He explains how true progress begins with small efforts, and how the grace of the Guru and Divine Mother can ultimately liberate the soul. “You remove the whole tree, but the root system—Parabdha karma—remains, only to exhaust itself over time.” Through reflections on selfless service, the limits of book knowledge, and the

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01:52:56

Guru Purnima Satsang: The Power of a True Guru & the...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/07/10

In this Guru Purnima special, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks on the essential role of a true Guru in spiritual evolution. He states, “If you want to make substantial progress on the spiritual path… you absolutely do need a Guru to pull you out of the darkness.” Through personal reflections and vivid analogies, he illuminates why service (Seva), meditation, and satsang form the three indispensable pillars of spiritual life. The Guru, he says, “is a giver of boons,” but only for those who approach

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01:59:38

The Illusion of the Guru Marketplace, the Depth of...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/07/05

In this episode, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri reflects on the modern “marketplace” of spirituality, where seekers shop for gurus as if browsing brands of yogurt. He questions the sincerity behind the search for God and challenges the ego-driven approach that dominates today’s spiritual paths. “What kind of peace do you want?” he asks. “Do you want a peace that comes and goes when you command it, like a servant?”Yogivah Giri explains that the true path to realization demands humility, appreciation, and

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01:57:01

Knowing God Is Not the Same as Practicing Techniques

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/06/30

In this satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks about the purpose of meditation and the difference between kriya techniques and direct realization. He reflects on the need for proper instruction, the limits of repetition, and the risk of trying to teach before one has true understanding. He addresses common misconceptions about kriya practice and reminds listeners that what begins after the kriyas ends is most essential. The talk also touches on the function of grace, the meaning of kutastha, and

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01:35:33

The Bliss of God-Realization, Desires After...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/06/30

In this Satsang Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks on the nature of the supreme reality, the meaning of bliss, and the experience of God-realization. He says, “This one reality that we call God, the supreme reality, is infinite bliss, infinite contentment.”Addressing the question of desire after enlightenment, he shares, “Yeah, you still have desires. Let’s say you’re going through the garden and you find the one flower, the ultimate flower that’s beyond description, beyond beauty. There’s also other

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02:05:22

Fulfilling Desires, Recognizing the True Guru & the...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/06/30

In this powerful talk, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri reveals how the spiritual path begins not with denial, but with the honest fulfillment of desires. He explains that only when desire has run its course can true detachment and clarity arise: “You can’t force renunciation. If a desire is there, it has to be fulfilled. Otherwise it will keep coming back in some form.” Yogivah Giri underscores the irreplaceable role of the true guru—not as a teacher to be followed blindly, but as a living presence that

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02:02:41

The True Guru, Fulfilling Desires & the Foundation of...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/06/29

In this episode, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri shares powerful insights on the necessity of fulfilling one’s desires before true spiritual transformation can occur. Through reflections on his time with authentic Mahatmas, he explains that premature renunciation or suppression of desire leads to confusion—not realization. “You can’t skip your desires. You have to fulfill them. Only then will you be free of them.” Yogivah Giri also emphasizes the indispensable role of the enlightened guru, not as a concept

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02:01:10

The Guru’s Help Is Not an Idea — It’s Real

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/06/28

In this satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri shares reflections on his early years of spiritual search, time in ashrams, and the difference between imagined progress and real transformation. He speaks about learning from teachers who had genuine realization and how his understanding changed over time. He says: “If I wanted to grow spiritually, if I wanted to learn spiritually, I would need to learn from a guru. It isn’t something that you can do on your own. It’s not something you can do by

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01:59:24

Self-Knowledge, Desire & the Daily Practice of Kriya...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/06/16

In this satsang held on Babaji Day, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks on the nature of the Self, the cycle of desire, and how Kriya Yoga supports self-realization. He shares stories from his own life—reflecting on desires for things, relationships, and status—and how those shifted over time.Drawing from the teachings of Shankaracharya, he explains that the Self cannot be known through books or description—it can only be known through itself. He speaks on the reality of reincarnation, the astral and

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02:01:57

Not by Reading Alone: The Guru’s Role in Removing...

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/06/15

In this satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks about the essential role of the Guru in removing ignorance and guiding true spiritual progress. Drawing from Shankaracharya and personal experience, he explains that without the living presence of a realized teacher, spiritual practice is often misunderstood—even if sincere. He addresses common misconceptions about scriptures, self-discipline, and Kriya Pranayama, clarifying that without direct perception and proper guidance, techniques may be

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01:59:32

The Practice Is the Path: Kriya Yoga and Daily Life

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/05/23

In this satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks about the day-to-day reality of Kriya Yoga practice—how to remain steady, how to relate to the world without being pulled away from the Self, and how practice can continue even when we’re not sitting in formal meditation. He reflects on the guidance of Lahiri Mahasaya, the importance of not seeking results, and how simply maintaining inner awareness can deepen one’s connection to God.There is no need for outer show or spiritual display. The path is

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01:56:45

Kutāstha, Tranquility & the Obstacles to Steady Practice

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/05/22

In this satsang, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri shares reflections on the meaning of Kutāstha, drawing from the writings of Lahiri Mahasaya. He speaks about the inner self as eternal, untouched by birth, death, or decay, and explains why steady Kriya practice—without seeking results—is central to spiritual life. Throughout the session, he also answers practical questions about dealing with family, criticism, misunderstandings, and emotional hurt. Using personal examples and candid stories, he

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01:59:15

There’s Nothing More Important Than the Guru

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/05/12

In this episode, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri speaks from direct experience about the sacred role of the Guru. Not as a figure of admiration or idealization, but as the living presence through whom the filters fall away and God is revealed—not as imagined, but as He is. He reflects on the silence between souls, the mystery of real recognition, and why the path without a Guru, though often pursued, cannot lead to what the soul most deeply longs for. Those who have met a true Guru will understand; for the

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01:58:15

Understanding Desire: A Journey Through Life and Sadhana

Paramahansa Yogivah Giri Satsangs ·

2025/05/11

In this episode, Paramahansa Yogivah Giri reflects on the nature of desire—not as something to suppress or indulge blindly, but something to understand with care. Through simple, personal stories, he speaks about moments in life when desires were strong, but clarity led to quiet restraint—like choosing not to speak when angry, or walking away from something tempting, not because of discipline, but because the heart was already full.He shares how, through steady practice and remembrance of God,

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