A questioner wonders, what is the difference between the way of Buddha and of Shiva? Sadhguru answers, it is not a question of difference, rather, of which aspect of Shiva that Buddha explored. He describes the way in which the spine of the spiritual process offered by Shiva was spread through the work of Agastya Muni, Buddha and others.

Sadhguru says, "It takes inspiration and activity to the point of insanity to create something truly worthwhile for everyone."

We have caused our rivers to go dry and lose their way. Are we losing our own way too? Will we find our ultimate source, Sadhguru asks, or will we get lost along the way?

Sadhguru responds to a question about the significance of neem and vilva leaves, explaining their unique qualities, their ability to store and radiate energy, and their special connection to Shiva – the Adiyogi.

This Guru Purnima song by Sounds of Isha is a tender expression of gratitude that a spiritual seeker feels for their Guru and the profound relationship that they share.

Set the context for a joyful, exuberant day with a short, powerful message from Sadhguru. Explore a range of subjects with Sadhguru, discover how every aspect of life can be a stepping stone, and learn to make the most of the potential that a human being embodies.

Sadhguru explains how Shi-va is a device to iron out all distortions of the mind, so that one perceives existence the way it is.

Sadhguru on the 4 types of sound and hearing the sound that is the basis of creation and Creator.

Set the context for a joyful, exuberant day with a short, powerful message from Sadhguru. Explore a range of subjects with Sadhguru, discover how every aspect of life can be a stepping stone, and learn to make the most of the potential that a human being embodies.

Here are 25 profound quotes from Sadhguru on Guru Purnima, the nature and role of a Guru, and on a few of the fantastic Gurus who have graced the planet with their presence.

Sadhguru recounts his encounter with a tantric who claimed he had trapped ghosts in bottles and fed them his own blood, and his own extreme experiment with death — consuming 98 barbiturates to experience death firsthand. He also speaks about the importance of coming to terms with one's mortality in order to organize and live life sensibly.

Part 6 of our excerpts from the Revitalization of Rivers in India Draft Policy Recommendation describes our relationship with rivers and provides a definition of river health.

Sadhguru responds to a question about the significance of neem and vilva leaves, explaining their unique qualities, their ability to store and radiate energy, and their special connection to Shiva – the Adiyogi. Explore a specially curated Yogic Superfoods series with Sadhguru

On the auspicious night of Phalguna Purnima (3 March), Sadhguru conducted Kalabhairava Sthapana, part of the Kalabhairava consecration process at Isha Yoga Center Coimbatore. Thousands of people had a rare and profound opportunity to be a part of this sacred process in Sadhguru’s presence. With this consecration, Isha Yoga Center Coimbatore will take a step in the direction of becoming a full-fledged teertha kshetra – a complete energy system which supports everything from life to death and beyond. As the Kshetrapala, or protector of the kshetra, Kalabhairava will serve as a powerful guardian of this consecrated space.

What is the importance of Guru Purnima compared to the rest of the purnimas and other times of the year? Sadhguru outlines both the celestial alliances and the mystical significance of this time of receptivity and liberation, and he looks at how to make use of this time by becoming available to Grace.