Santhosam Podcast: Guiding Light of Spiritual Wisdom

In the 21st Velvi discourse, Gurumahan discusses the benefits of National Waterways and calls upon individuals to become yogis, bringing about both inner and societal transformation.

An extraordinary transformation can take place in the land of India. Water that is unavailable in many parts of the world is found in abundance in our country. Yet, we have not used it properly. When rain falls, we are unable to utilize it fully, and much of it flows into the sea. The resulting floods cause great destruction, while other regions suffer from drought due to a lack of water.

To overcome these challenges, we now have the opportunity to create waterways. Earlier Government developed major highway networks, connecting cities through four-lane roads and improving transportation across the nation. In the same way, if we connect our waterways, we can bring about a great transformation in India.

Through India’s transformation, we can contribute to improving the global environment. India has the potential to change the world. Therefore, India must change. But what does that change mean? It does not mean becoming someone else. Be yourself. Today, the Tamilian is not truly a Tamilian, and the Indian is not truly an Indian.

To be a true Indian, become a rishi. Become a yogi. Become a soul awakened to its true nature. The purpose of this Velvi is to bring about that transformation within you.

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In the 21st Velvi discourse, Gurumahan highlights how meditation expands inner awareness, allowing one to perceive the past, present, and future within the Self.

Nape-eye (Pidarikkan) meditation helps reduce the effects of past karma and purifies the mind. Forehead-eye (Netrikkan) meditation gives clarity in present life and guides a person to make the right choices for the future. Top-eye (Ucchikan) meditation develops the ability to understand and prepare for future growth. The past, present, and future all exist within us.

Those who participate in the 21st Velvi will experience greater awareness at all three levels. Their thoughts, actions, and attitudes will begin to change. They will discover higher qualities and noble thoughts within themselves. Instead of identifying only with the body, wealth, or intellect, they will start living with spiritual awareness.

The 21-day practice plants the seed of divine transformation within a person. Through the disciples, the Guru Peedam seeks to bring positive change to the world. The Guru’s inner guidance helps individuals stay on the right path and correct their mistakes. Its purpose is not only to protect the good but also to transform those who go astray into good people. It aims to make capable people virtuous and virtuous people even more capable.

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In the 21st Velvi discourse, Gurumahan highlights the benefits of meditation, explaining how it frees the mind from negative thoughts and actions, awakens inner awareness, and guides individuals towards a righteous and positive life.

Focus on the eyebrow center and enquire, “Who am I?” The true “I” is birthless, deathless, eternal, and indestructible. The body, mind, intellect, and possessions are not the real Self because they are subject to change, birth, and death. The true Self exists beyond all these.
When we realize this truth, the feeling of separation disappears. We understand that we are all one. A yogi who experiences the Universe within finds true happiness. All knowledge and power already exist within us, and education helps us bring out this inner potential.
For this reason, Gurumahan emphasizes meditation on the eyebrow center and the awakening of the inner eye. As inner awareness grows, negative thoughts, words, and actions naturally reduce. Positive thinking develops, and inner wisdom guides us to distinguish between right and wrong.
The grace of enlightened masters and the guidance of the Guru awaken the divine consciousness within. This inner awareness helps us stay on the right path whenever we stray. Regular meditation for 10–12 years will lead to significant personal as well as family growth and progress. Through the 21-day meditation practice (Velvi), a positive transformation takes place within each person. This transformation brings progress to the family, society, nation, and ultimately the world.
Gurumahan teaches that personal transformation is the foundation of world transformation. He encourages us to believe that what has happened is for good, what is happening is good, and what will happen will also be good.

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Gurumahan, in the 21st Velvi discourse, explains the Kundalini initiation practice and its higher purpose of transforming human consciousness.

At the Universal Peace Foundation, the Shiva Yoga practice is introduced as a 21-day journey to transform the life-force (Jiva) into Divine consciousness (Shiva).

The first stage, known as the awakening of the inner eye, unfolds over 14 days, followed by the second stage for 6 days. On the 21st day, the Kundalini energy is guided to the crown, leading to the realization that one’s true nature is beyond the individual life-force, it is the state of Shiva itself.

This profound teaching reveals the transformation of human energy into divine awareness and guides the seeker towards the Shiva state of consciousness.

The inability to experience this truth comes only from the lack of inner realization. By turning the mind inward from this moment onward, the inner centers, the nape eye,  the forehead eye, and the crown, become harmonized, awakening a higher level of consciousness.

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In the 21st Velvi discourse, Gurumahan explains the purpose of Velvi as a means to elevate human consciousness and emphasizes that realizing the Truth transforms one into a selfless individual, paving the way for world transformation.

Guru is not conducting Velvi for attaining more spiritual powers. Velvi brings people together beyond religious divisions, rituals, and idol worship, and to create an opportunity for inner transformation. There are five forms of purity—purity of the body, mind, life-force, food, and clothing. When you sincerely follow these disciplines, especially during the month of Margazhi, you gradually transform yourself. As this transformation deepens, it leads to a profound awakening of consciousness. The purpose of the Velvi is to elevate human awareness and help you realize the truth, “You are That” and “That is I.” When you attain this realization, you naturally engage in selfless action without expectations. Expectations create mental stress, emotional disturbances, and psychosomatic illnesses that eventually affect the body's metabolic functions.
The mind is a restless monkey that constantly jumps from one object to another through the senses. To calm and guide the mind, you must give it a higher purpose. For children, devotion can guide the mind; for youth, noble aspirations can inspire it; and for elders, the search for Meiporul, the Ultimate Truth, becomes essential.
I recall how elders once played an important role in passing moral values and spiritual wisdom to younger generations. Today, although material knowledge has increased, the understanding of virtue and righteous living has declined. As a result, relationships within families and communities have weakened, and many people struggle to understand others as well as themselves. The 21st Velvi offers an opportunity for self-transformation that can lead to a great collective transformation. Through the previous twenty Velvis, I have planted the seeds of wisdom. The 21st Velvi has the power to bring those seeds to fruition. Just as a seed needs time to grow and bear fruit, a noble vision planted by a Mahan unfolds gradually and manifests its full potential in due course.

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In the 21st Velvi discourse, Gurumahan reveals how Maha Sri Yoga serves as a powerful path to health, harmony, and spiritual awakening.

Within every human being lies a divine inner medicine. When we awaken and absorb this inner medicine, it can help heal physical ailments, mental suffering, and disturbances in the life-force. He says that true well-being arises when the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha remain balanced. If humanity seeks happiness, peace, and well-being, transformation must begin with the individual. World peace can emerge only when individuals cultivate inner peace. Therefore, UPF works to support personal transformation, growth, and well-being, recognizing that individual change is the foundation of global change. Seekers should inquire into the nature of the Self. Through deep reflection, one realizes that the Self is neither the body, the mind, nor the intellect. The true Self exists beyond all three. Knowing this higher Self enables a person to unlock their full potential, while ignorance of one's true nature becomes the source of suffering. To help individuals realize the Self, there are three spiritual tools: tantra to protect and strengthen the body, mantra to purify and guide the mind, and yantra to safeguard and elevate the life-force. Maha SriYoga integrates these three dimensions into a complete path of transformation. Through this yogic practice, the body gains health, the breath becomes balanced, the mind attains peace, the intellect gains clarity, and the soul awakens to its true nature. This process gradually transforms an ordinary human being into a noble and enlightened one, ultimately awakening divine qualities within.
This transformative path is supreme art, the great art of elevating human consciousness and transformation in the world can arise only through individuals who have attained MeiUnarvu, or God-consciousness. Such awakened individuals become instruments for positive transformation in society. Every noble thought offered with sincerity rises into the Universal field of consciousness and, when the right circumstances emerge, manifests as constructive action that benefits humanity.

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In the 21st Velvi discourse, Gurumahan speaks about Meiporul—the supreme inner medicine for overcoming the afflictions of the body, mind, and intellect.

The practice of Velvi is not new. For thousands of years, the sages of Bharat have performed fire rituals to guide humanity whenever it strayed from the path of righteousness, love, truth, and integrity.
When people become absorbed only in sensory pleasures, they forget that a greater bliss exists beyond the five senses. This supreme joy transcends physical sensations, emotional experiences, and intellectual understanding. It lies deep within.
To discover what is hidden inside a closed vessel, we must open it. In the same way, when we open the vessel of the mind, we uncover a priceless treasure within. The sages of old realized this truth and lived in that elevated state of awareness. A true Rishi is one who discovers the truth within and experiences the movement of the Universe in his own being.
Just as every ornament carries the nature of gold and every clay pot carries the nature of earth, every living being carries the nature of the Divine. This divine essence expresses itself through different levels of awareness in all forms of life. Human beings possess the sixth sense—the power to think. Yet even beyond thought lies a reality that words cannot describe and the senses cannot perceive.
The Vedas therefore teach: “Know that One by knowing which everything else becomes known.” The purpose of true knowledge is to realize the Meiporul—the Ultimate Reality. This truth is not somewhere outside; it resides within.
Many seekers searched for it. The Buddha sought a way to overcome bodily suffering, mental distress, and the cycle of birth and death. His search led him inward. The answer was not outside him but within.
This inner truth cannot be fully explained in words. We can show a sweet object, but we cannot show its taste. Likewise, we can point to the outer form, but the inner essence must be experienced. Hidden within every form is a core, the true treasure, the supreme reality.
The same divine presence that exists everywhere also exists within us. It is the inner medicine that can heal the body, calm the mind, and free one from the suffering of repeated birth. This threefold remedy for physical, mental, and spiritual suffering resides within every human being, beyond the body, beyond the mind, and beyond the intellect.

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In the 20th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan emphasizes the transformative potential of National Waterways in strengthening India's economy, reducing pollution, and connecting communities.

Yoga teaches us to prevent problems before they arise. Many diseases do not appear suddenly. They first enter the body in subtle forms that are invisible to the eye. Only after they develop do they become physically noticeable. In the same way, the effects created by the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and space—begin as subtle disturbances before manifesting on a larger scale.

The 20th Velvi serves as a transformative effort aimed at safeguarding society before major challenges emerge. Just as some illnesses require only a few days of treatment, while others require months or even lifelong care, meaningful change also requires sustained effort. The years from 2008 to 2012 represent a crucial five-year period during which corrective actions can reduce future consequences. Effects may still occur, but their severity can be greatly minimized.

There is no need to live in fear. When a child becomes frightened, the child instinctively reaches for its mother. Likewise, when human beings face uncertainty, they should hold firmly to the Divine, the Supreme Life Force. For this reason, this period will witness an increase in spiritual practices. Whether through devotion, prayer, temple worship, or meditation, people will seek inner peace and security. New temples will emerge, and more people will turn toward meditation in search of calmness and purpose.

The purpose of the Sarva Sakthi Yagnam is the protection and well-being of the Earth. It seeks a world where violence gives way to peace and where constructive national development benefits all people. One such vision is the creation of a National Waterway Network.

Even without linking rivers, developing waterways can significantly reduce fuel consumption and transportation costs. Just as modern highways have connected distant regions of the country and made travel faster and easier, waterways can provide an efficient and environmentally friendly transportation system. Today, travel from one end of India to the other is far more convenient because of extensive road infrastructure. Similarly, waterways can become an important pillar of national progress.

Waterways can help reduce pollution, conserve water resources, generate employment opportunities, and support economic growth. They allow each state to retain and manage its own water resources while benefiting from improved transportation and connectivity. Such projects can also contribute to electricity generation and create jobs during construction and maintenance.

Road networks have already shortened travel times and strengthened connections between districts, states, and communities. In the same way, a National Waterway Network can further unite the nation, promote development, and bring long-term benefits to India. According to Gurumahan, this vision has the potential to become a major step toward the country's future progress and prosperity.

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In the 20th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan highlights the spiritual significance of Thirumoorthi Hills, where divine energies are believed to descend and manifest sincere thoughts into tangible outcomes.

Thirumoorthi Hills region is revered as the land where Sages Athri and Anusuya, Patanjali, Dattatreya, and Durvasa once lived. The spiritual energy associated with these great beings continues to descend and permeate this place. Those who arrive here in the early morning and behold these sacred hills can experience these uplifting energies.

Ten to fifteen years ago, very few people would venture into the Thirumoorthi Hills after six o’clock in the evening. It was believed that, beyond the visible wildlife, subtle spiritual beings also inhabited and protected these forests. Just as invisible microorganisms exist beyond our sight, unseen divine energies fill this land.

Every age has its destined place, and this is the place for the present age. By visiting this divine abode and participating in Velvi, you align yourself with its spiritual power. Whatever intention or purpose you place before this yagna, is supported by the energy of the *Sarva Karya Siddhi Velvi*, the ritual that empowers the fulfillment of all worthy endeavors.

This is the principle behind the practice: when you hold a single thought with unwavering focus for 21 days, that thought gains strength. As it grows stronger, it transforms into action and eventually into reality. Therefore, from this very day, let us begin this Velvi with noble intentions and focused thoughts, and may those aspirations be fulfilled.

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In the 20th Velvi discourse, Gurumahan presents Pranavalayam as “The Temple of Consciousness,” a gateway to the inward journey of self-discovery. Located at UPF Thirumoorthi Hills, Udumalpet, Tamil Nadu, Pranavalayam is a pyramid-shaped meditation sanctuary designed to support seekers in exploring the depths of their inner being.

Among all instruments, the flute is considered one of the most marvelous. That is why it is called Murali. One who has mastered the Murali is known as Muralidhara. Who bears the name Muralidhara? Lord Krishna. But who is Krishna? Krishna is not merely a figure adorned with a peacock feather and surrounded by devotees. Krishna represents a state of consciousness, the Krishna Consciousness.
The spiritual journey begins with worship of form. Then comes the chanting of Krishna’s name and mantra. Beyond that lies Krishna consciousness itself. This progression can be understood as worship of form, worship of the formless through form, and finally worship through direct awareness. Today, many followers of Sanatana Dharma practice worship through sacred forms. Christians are often associated with the worship of divine light, representing the formless through symbols. Muslims emphasize worship through inner awareness and surrender. Yet all these approaches point toward the same ultimate truth.
Sanatana Dharma encompasses all these paths. However, many people become attached only to external identities and forms without progressing toward the higher state of inner awareness. This is why temples were traditionally built with meditation halls. In many temples, one can find the thousand-pillared hall, which symbolizes the Sahasrara, the thousand-petalled crown center within human consciousness.
The spiritual path begins with worship of God through form. After offering prayers and reaching the sanctum sanctorum, one discovers that although there may be many deities throughout the temple, the sanctum ultimately represents the One Supreme Reality. In fact, the temple itself is usually named after the deity enshrined in the sanctum.
After worshipping in the sanctum, one should come to the thousand-pillared hall, sit quietly, meditate, and reflect. This is why saints sang, “Will a stone idol speak when the Lord resides within?” Just as a cooking pot cannot know the taste of the food it holds, external objects alone cannot reveal the Divine. The purpose of all worship is to awaken us to the Divine Presence that already exists within.
The Pranavalayam established here, in the form of a pyramid, is truly a Temple of Consciousness. It may be called a meditation temple, a Pranava temple, or a pyramid temple. Whatever the name, it is a sacred space dedicated to inner awakening and higher awareness. This pyramid temple, our temple of consciousness, should spread across the entire world.

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