Santhosam Podcast: Guiding Light of Spiritual Wisdom

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains how the sacred sound Om (Mantra), the control of breath (Vaasi), and the stilling of the mind lead to the state of Nirvana. Where is Shiva? Shiva exists where the life-force exists. Where does the life-force exist? It exists in the Muladhara. When sages explain the philosophy of the Universe, they say that the all-powerful Divine energy wished to exp...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains how to meditate with faith at the eyebrow centre to manifest noble desires, and emphasises the importance of surrendering to the Divine, the boundless ocean of compassion. Divine vibration (MeiUnarvu) is experienced at the center between the eyebrows. My dear ones, if you remember God and worship at that point, you will surely receive what you ask fo...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains how worship should evolve through the different stages of life and emphasizes the importance of Irai-unarvu or Mei-unarvu (Divine awareness) in attaining wisdom. He also reflects on the essence of the Bhagavad Gita and highlights its core teaching. Cultivate devotion (Bhakthi). As a child, you are taught that the Almighty dwells in the temple. Accord...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan reveals that the Supreme Kundalini energy can be directly experienced through the opening of the third eye, a rare spiritual initiation compassionately offered at UPF Thirumoorthi Hills. What is Kundalini? What is the force that fills the entire Universe? The energy that exists inside and outside every atom is called Kundalini Shakti. This very Kundalini ener...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains that Kundalini energy manifests as every other form of energy in existence, and that one must consciously harness and utilise this inner power to attain the immortal state while still alive. While life still exists, we must unite with the Divine state. If this body dies, what will you become? (Pause to reflect) That is why we must realize that state...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan teaches that Self-realization dawns when the ego dies. This “death” refers to the ending of one’s false identification with the body, mind, and intellect, leading to eternal life. To help one attain the state called Moksha, the first step is to reveal the truth of who you really are. What is this Universe? What is the individual soul (Jiva)? What is Shiva? Th...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains the five Cosmic functions that govern the Universe and reveals how the same principle operates within the human body through the 7 chakras, highlighting the deeper significance of Vinayaka worship in temples. What does it mean to merge with God as God? To help seekers understand this truth, the mirthu or idols of God we're consecrated in temples...

In this divine discourse during the occassion of International Women's Day, Gurumahan highlights the power of womanhood, the strength that nurtures and shapes family, society, and the nation. Women’s Day may be celebrated for many years, but the true question is whether women have truly understood themselves and the strength of womanhood. Is womanhood protected? Even a knowledgeable woman can...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan discusses the four Purusharthas, elaborates on the first two aims of life, Dharma and Artha, in the light of the mahavakya “Tat Tvam Asi.” The scriptures speak of four aims of life: Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha. In Tamil they are called Aram, Porul, Inbam, and Veedu. What is Aram? What is Dharma? Dharma means that which is true, unchanging, indestructible,...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains that spiritual compassion arises through Self-realisation. When the Self is realised, one sees the Divine in everyone and naturally loves all beings equally. This universal love is the highest form of compassion, through which the soul is freed from bondage and attains liberation. You are the Self (Atma Swaroopa). Realize yourself. This is the true s...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan recounts the story of Indra and Brihaspati, revealing profound insights about the nature of Brahman, guiding the seeker toward deep Atma vicharam. Devendran went to Brihaspati to learn BrahmaVidya. He stayed there for 33 years. After completing 33 years, he received instruction from his Guru and left with a sense of fulfillment. As he walked halfway outside,...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan highlights the supreme value of human birth. He explains that even celestial beings must take human form to attain liberation, for only in a human incarnation is moksha possible. The scriptures explain how to attain Self-knowledge. From Brahma, Brihaspati receives this wisdom, the immortal art, the knowledge of the Self. Brihaspati teaches it to Vishva. Then...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan speaks about the intense longing of Gnanavallal Paranjothi Mahan to realize the Divine within Himself. This deep inner quest led to the revelation of rare and sacred wisdom. Gurumahan further shares that this precious spiritual knowledge, once considered hidden and extraordinary, is being compassionately offered even today to all seekers at UPF, Thirumoorthi...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains the essence of divine qualities as love, compassion, knowledge, and forgiveness, highlighting that even a single minute of heartfelt meditation enables us to internalize and embody these Divine attributes within ourselves. First reflect within yourself: Is this a true need or just a desire? Are you choosing what is right or what is comfortable? Who i...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan speaks about Moksha Sthalam, explaining that anyone who is drawn to UPF at Thirumurthi Hills is not coming by chance, but is being guided there for liberation. He emphasizes UPF, Thirumurthi Hills is meant for moksha and that those who arrive are destined for spiritual awakening. Today, this place (UPF, Thirumurthi Hills, Udumalpet) is a Moksha sthalam, not m...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan emphasizes that one should sincerely pray for the constant remembrance of the Divine within in Kali Yuga, and He explains the deeper purpose of pilgrimage as an opportunity for inner transformation rather than mere ritual travel. The mind delights in the pleasures it receives through the senses and longs to repeat those experiences. Yet these pleasures never...

In the 12th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains the deeper meaning of the 11:11 and also creates awareness on why we return to sensual pleasure even after tasting Supreme Bliss!  You have deep devotion, faith, and trust in the Guru. The purpose of the twelve Velvis (Holy Penance)  is only one. The Guru wishes that every disciple and true devotee who comes to Him should receive the grace of the Alm...

In the 11th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan unfolds a deep inquiry into the nature of the Self, stirring the intellect to seek the Divine within rather than through the distractions of the sense organs. Our eyes are the first sense organs that takes us to materialistic world. You cannot see God with your physical eyes. You see only outer objects. The Divine state exists inside those objects and within...

In the 11th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan warmly invites all seekers to come to Thirumoorththi Hills Ashram and receive the shower of Divine grace and boundless love that awaits them there. You have come to understand the state of liberation. Now, what will you do with this precious birth granted by the Supreme? You must fulfill your noble responsibilities. None of us knows how long we will remain he...

Gurumahan in the 11th Velvi Discourse, talks about the GnanaPeedam - the Universal Peace Foundation was established to help seekers move beyond external searching and awaken to this inner state of clarity, love, and courage. When awareness becomes focused (MeiUnarvu), human limitation dissolves and life begins to align with truth, the cosmic energy.  The proclamation of the Sathya Yuga did not ari...

In the 11th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan teaches that Shiva is not merely to be worshipped but realized through His qualities, for Love itself is Shiva, and wherever love shines, Shiva is present. Seekers come to Universal Peace Foundation to receive Kundalini awakening because it offers a direct, lived experience that dissolves inner limitations, awakens higher awareness, and transforms daily life...

In the 11th Velvi discourse (2001), Gurumahan guides seekers toward a subtle inner inquiry, discovering the silent witness that abides through waking, dream, and deep sleep. You do penance for others. Does it give you joy, hope, or experience? If not, you cannot stay committed to meditation. Sometimes, in a single day during the Holy penance, people have deep experiences, forget hunger and thirst,...

In the 11th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan reveals that the root of human suffering lies in our ignorance of our true nature and the limitless potential within us. Every soul holds limitless power within. What is this vast universe made of? When we observe carefully, everything we see (solid, liquid, gas, or subtle space) is formed from atoms. If we study a single atom, we discover that the energy wit...

Gurumahan proclaims in the 11th Velvi (2001) discourse that, one must protect spiritual awakening or Atma realisation, with the same tireless care and devotion that a mother shows in guarding her child. A single force governs this entire Universe, an unseen Supreme Reality. It pervades all existence, shining as the eternal light within the vast, pure void. Everything that exists today is but an ex...

In the 11th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan reveals the timeless truth that shines as one and the same light in the words of Christ in the Bible and Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita. The Bible says that Jesus died in this world and rose into another. When this body we call “I” and “mine” fades away and one reaches that higher state of Self-realization we realize that what Krishna declares in the Gita, “I a...