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Satsang: The True Lens | Yuvak-Yuvati Vasant Shibir 2021, UK & Europe

21 Feb 2021

Yuvaks from France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal and the UK collectively performed the opening prarthana <i>‘Dharmakuvar Harikrishnaji Tame’</i>

Yuvaks from France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal and the UK collectively performed the opening prarthana ‘Dharmakuvar Harikrishnaji Tame’

The programme began with an introspective video focussing on the purpose of life and the pursuit of happiness

A video based on the kirtan <i>‘Mohanne gamavāne ichchho mānani’</i> explained the importance of vivek

A video based on the kirtan ‘Mohanne gamavāne ichchho mānani’ explained the importance of vivek

Anandpriyadas Swami explained how Satsang liberates us from the worldly mirage

Emotive videos highlighted various swabhāvs and their detrimental impact on one’s spiritual progress

Divyamurtidas Swami elaborated further on swabhāvs and explained four key ways to eradicate them

Tyagratnadas Swami shared a summary of the life of Prabhudas Lalaji who had prioritised Satsang and could thus remain stable amid life’s tumultous challenges

Yagnatilakdas Swami spoke about Virchandbhai Modi and his sacrifices for Satsang

Yogikirtandas Swami elaborated upon Jivabhai’s life of incessant devotion and service

Prabuddhmunidas Swami shared insights into the life of Dr Madhubhai of Ahmedabad, who engrossed himself in Satsang

Manoharmurtidas Swami explained how Jayeshbhai Soni of Oxford, UK, found Satsang to be the solace of his life

A video narrated examples of inspiring female devotees, such as Kavitaben Patel, who lived a life of selfless seva and experienced the true bliss of Satsang

A video narrated the story of Kashmiriben Depala, who practised Satsang till her last breath, even amid crippling health challenges

Atmatruptdas Swami elaborated upon sankhya vichar - understanding the impermanent and ultimately sorrow-filled nature of the world

A video summarised some of the key learnings from the first session with the kirtan <i>‘Satsang vinā, janma-maran bhram-jāl mate nahi jantne’</i>

A video summarised some of the key learnings from the first session with the kirtan ‘Satsang vinā, janma-maran bhram-jāl mate nahi jantne’

A short video of excerpts from ‘Purushottam Bolya Prite’ highlighted the importance of maintaining vivek in one’s vartan (ways), vato (words) and vichar (views)

Paramtattvadas Swami presented on how to make the most of social media while avoiding its harmful consequences

Paramtattvadas Swami interviewed a yuvak on how he uses social media judiciously for his career, family and Satsang seva

Yogananddas Swami emphasised the importance of daily introspection

Tyagprakashdas Swami illuminated the role of niyam-dharma in upholding vivek in one’s ways

Yuvaks presented a skit revealing the lack of vivek when speaking during sabha

Yogvivekdas Swami explained some of the practical ways in which to develop vivek in one’s words

A recipe was provided for all delegates to prepare during the lunch break to ensure everyone could enjoy the same meal, even while being apart because of the coronavirus pandemic

An inspirational video recapped the importance of vivek in one’s vichar (views), vartan (ways) and vato (words) to help clear our blurred lens

The powerful message from the Chosath Padi's <i>‘Māno mali chhe moti vāt’</i> was presented visually through an introspective video

The powerful message from the Chosath Padi's ‘Māno mali chhe moti vāt’ was presented visually through an introspective video

Sadguru Pujya Viveksagardas Swami explained how to understand the mahima (spiritual glory) of the Satpurush and its resultant fruits

Anandswarupdas Swami unpacked the deeper meaning of the Satpurush’s mahima

Sadguru Pujya Ishwarcharandas Swami guided further on how to understand the mahima of the Satpurush

Sadguru Pujya Ghanshyamcharandas Swami elaborated on what it means to have profound love for the Satpurush

Sadguru Pujya Tyagvallabhdas Swami explained how to consolidate true love for the Satpurush

Sadguru Pujya Bhaktipriyadas Swami (Kothari Swami) explained the importance of realising oneself to be the atma to truly have faith in the words of the Satpurush

Sadguru Pujya Tyagvallabhdas Swami explained how to lead a God-centric life

Sadguru Pujya Swayamprakashdas Swami (Doctor Swami) explained how rajipo as one's sole objective helps clear a blurred lens

An introspective visual journey through the mandir based on the Chosath Padi revealed how swabhavs often hinder us from earning the raijpo of the Satpurush

A powerful video inspired the delegates to strive solely for the rajipo of the Satpurush

A family activity pack was sent to all delegates prior to the shibir

The pack included fun activities for delegates to enjoy as a family during mid-session breaks

An activity pack was also provided for the delegates’ children

A special digital notepad was designed for all delegates to take notes during the shibir

The notepad included related images and inspirational messages

Mahant Swami Maharaj in his special address elaborated upon understanding the Satpurush’s mahima

Mahant Swami Maharaj explained the connection between eradicating one’s swabhavs and experiencing the bliss of Satsang

Mahant Swami Maharaj explained that without Satsang, life is worthless

Mahant Swami Maharaj guided further on keeping vivek in one’s vartan (ways), vato (words) and vichar (views)

Mahant Swami Maharaj sang <i>‘Satsang vinā re sukh kyāy nathi re lol’</i>, emphasising Satsang as the sole source of ultimate bliss

Mahant Swami Maharaj sang ‘Satsang vinā re sukh kyāy nathi re lol’, emphasising Satsang as the sole source of ultimate bliss

Mahant Swami Maharaj wrote a special message to all the shibir delegates

Mahant Swami Maharaj’s handwritten message perfectly encapsulated the theme and objective of the day-long shibir