Namaste! We are pleased to welcome you to the space of the advaita siddha tradition. Here you will find answers to the following questions:
Namaste! We are pleased to welcome you to the space of the advaita siddha tradition. Here you will find answers to the following questions:
- Russian-speaking Yoga Master (Guru, having authority to initiate into sannyasa)
- Sadhu realized Master-jnana in the tradition of practical advaita-vedanta and yoga
- The first Russian Master of Yoga, who received worldwide recognition and has disciples all over the world
- Dedicated to the "Order of Juna Akhara," status of Mahamandaleshwar
- Founder of "The advaita Order" and "Dattatreya Order”
- Philosopher, theologian, writer, pilgrim traveler
- Religious tradition: Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism), Shivaism in the siddha tradition, Anuttara-tantra
- Darshana (system of philosophy): Vedanta
- Sampradaya: Advaita-vedanta of Sri Adi Shankaracharya
- Monastic Order: Juna Akhara
- Lineage of Succession: Swami Brahmananda Sri Shiva Prabhakara Siddha Yogi Paramahamsa
There are two main lines of teaching transmission in our Parampara:
— South Indian Parampara lineage of Swami Brahmananda Sri Shiva Prabhakara Siddha Yogi Paramahamsa
— North Indian Parampara lineage of Juna Akhara, Somnath Giri Maharaj Pailot Babaji
About Guru Swami Vishnudevananda Giri
- Russian-speaking Yoga Master (Guru, having authority to initiate into sannyasa)
- Sadhu realized Master-jnana in the tradition of practical advaita-vedanta and yoga
- The first Russian Master of Yoga, who received worldwide recognition and has disciples all over the world
- Dedicated to the "Order of Juna Akhara," status of Mahamandaleshwar
- Founder of "The advaita Order" and "Dattatreya Order”
- Philosopher, theologian, writer, pilgrim traveler
About the Parampara
- Religious tradition: Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism), Shivaism in the siddha tradition, Anuttara-tantra
- Darshana (system of philosophy): Vedanta
- Sampradaya: Advaita-vedanta of Sri Adi Shankaracharya
- Monastic Order: Juna Akhara
- Lineage of Succession: Swami Brahmananda Sri Shiva Prabhakara Siddha Yogi Paramahamsa
There are two main lines of teaching transmission in our Parampara:
— South Indian Parampara lineage of Swami Brahmananda Sri Shiva Prabhakara Siddha Yogi Paramahamsa
— North Indian Parampara lineage of Juna Akhara, Somnath Giri Maharaj Pailot Babaji
The closest synonym to our "Refuge" word in Sanskrit is "Sharanam" — that’s what you believe in, in European terms, your creed, what you direct the devotion of your heart to as the manifestation of the Supreme Truth, God in this relative world; it is your belief in specific divine forces in the Universe, your reliance on them. What is the purpose? To receive support, protection, support on the spiritual path, and, of course, to receive Divine Mercy and blessings.
We take Refuge in the lineage of deities, rishis, and holy Gurus of our tradition (parampara)-the three Gods, The Trimurti Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, our chosen Deity, the Ishta-Devata Adiguru-Bhagavan Dattatrei, the seven rishis, Sri Gaudapada, in Sri Shankaracharya, Param Guru Shivaprabhakara Siddha Yogin Avadhuta Brahmananda and in the indigenous (Mula Guru), the one who imparts to you directly the teachings, the Dharma, as Diksha Guru (initiating spiritual teacher). It is the whole parampara, the continuous lineage of transmission, of our Holy Tree of Refuge.
The Tree of Refuge represents the Guru principle — the guru-tattva — the Divine power that blesses us, awakens us, and leads us on moksha (liberation). The Guru principle manifests the Absolute in the aspect of Sat, the True being.
The Refuge has three parts, called "tri-ratna," the Three Treasures.
The second part of Refuge, or treasure, is Dharma, the Holy Teaching. It is the Holy Teaching of Sanatana Dharma, the Teaching of the Vedas, the wisdom of upanishads, itihas, puranas, the teaching of advaita, jnana yoga, laya yoga, other types of yoga, transmitted by Brahma, the Creator of the universe and also by Shiva and Dattatreya through various saints — Vasishta, Sankritiyana, Sri Shankaracharya, Paramguru Brahmananda and many other saints. It is the philosophy and spirit of the teachings, the methods of the teachings, the ethics of sadhus, and the principles of Dharma.
It is a real treasure, a true jewel, liberating us from ignorance, showing us the path, and the methods of liberation, so we take Refuge in it. We should honor it as a jewel, cherish the teaching, and reproduce it by parampara to future generations, both at the level of the monk sangha and at the family level, the parent-child relationship for karma sannyasi, so it would be good if karma sannyasi families had ancestral lines of transmission.
Finally, the third part of the Refuge is the sangha, the assembly of disciples of one Guru (guru-bhai), practitioners of different statuses and modes — brahmachari, grihastha, karma-sannyasi, vanaprastha, monks, laypeople, sannyasi. The Sangha is the divine mandala in which we grow; it is essential on the spiritual path because it creates the conditions for our realization and preserves the first two jewels. It manifests an aspect of the Absolute called "ananda" — the energy play of absolute bliss. It is the Absolute manifested through the Dharma devotees in its play, its dynamics in this material world.
Basic Refuge Creed: This type of Creed is suitable for seekers seeking to walk the Guru’s Path of Teaching. These seekers intend to follow the rules established in the Sangha and the Guru’s precepts. They have the status of a "disciple," the level of a student in the WSDC (World Sanatana Dharma Community). Learn more about how to receive the Creed of Refuge.
There is also the option to receive Sanatana Dharma Faith Creed. This type of Creed is suitable for practitioners of different traditions who have yet to be ready to receive only our practice. Sanatana Dharma Creed initiation is possible by prior arrangement. Fill out the form, and then you will be told in detail how to go through the ceremony.
Creed of the Doctrine, the Refuge
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One can come to the ashram or at a Refugee-acceptance event. For an explanation of the details of the ceremony and upon arrival at the ashram, please get in touch with the ashram's representative in advance -
If you want to take Refuge online, you should do the ritual of taking Refuge at home in absentia. The ceremony is then performed online by prior discussion with the monk. To solidify the connection, performing the ceremony in person at an ashram or event is beneficial
Creed of the Doctrine, the Refuge
- One can come to the ashram or at a Refugee-acceptance event. For an explanation of the details of the ceremony and upon arrival at the ashram, please get in touch with the ashram's representative in advance
- If you want to take Refuge online, you should do the ritual of taking Refuge at home in absentia. The ceremony is then performed online by prior discussion with the monk. To solidify the connection, performing the ceremony in person at an ashram or event is beneficial
If you have questions about the ceremony, please contact
Telegram with Tejomaii, Mandala Coordinator for Taking Refuge
If you have questions about the ceremony, please contact Telegram with Tejomaii, Mandala Coordinator for Taking Refuge
Basic concepts of the Doctrine should be studied so that just before the ritual of taking the Creed, one should be able to pass a small written test and be well-versed in the traditional issues.
How to prepare?
One should arrange in advance the date and place of the ritual with the monk—the day before it is necessary to get acquainted with the text of the Creed itself. On the appointed day, please abstain from meals before the ritual, recite the mantra as far as possible, come to the place of ceremony in clean clothes (white is preferable), bring and prepare an offering of flowers, fruits, and nuts for an offering on an altar, that is to put everything on a beautiful plate and put the flowers in a vase.
What to offer?
The recipient of the Creed makes an abundant offering on the altar before the ritual begins - fruit, sweets, flowers, and a monetary donation to the ashram in the amount of a tithe (from your average monthly income).
in-person Symbol of the
Faith Refuge
Basic concepts of the Doctrine should be studied so that just before the ritual of taking the Creed, one should be able to pass a small written test and be well-versed in the traditional issues.
How to prepare?
One should arrange in advance the date and place of the ritual with the monk—the day before it is necessary to get acquainted with the text of the Creed itself. On the appointed day, please abstain from meals before the ritual, recite the mantra as far as possible, come to the place of ceremony in clean clothes (white is preferable), bring and prepare an offering of flowers, fruits, and nuts for an offering on an altar, that is to put everything on a beautiful plate and put the flowers in a vase.
What to offer?
The recipient of the Creed makes an abundant offering on the altar before the ritual begins - fruit, sweets, flowers, and a monetary donation to the ashram in the amount of a tithe (from your average monthly income).
in-person Symbol of the
Faith Refuge
Basic concepts of the Doctrine should be studied so that just before the ritual of taking the Creed, one should be able to pass a small written test and be well-versed in the traditional issues.
How to prepare?
One should arrange in advance the date and place of the ritual with the monk—the day before it is necessary to get acquainted with the text of the Creed itself. On the appointed day, please abstain from meals before the ritual, recite the mantra as far as possible, come to the place of ceremony in clean clothes (white is preferable), bring and prepare an offering of flowers, fruits, and nuts for an offering on an altar, that is to put everything on a beautiful plate and put the flowers in a vase.
What to offer?
The recipient of the Creed makes an abundant offering on the altar before the ritual begins - fruit, sweets, flowers, and a monetary donation to the ashram in the amount of a tithe (from your average monthly income).
Creed of the Refuge
2. Create a home altar according to the WSDC standard (minimum with major deities, parampara) or print it out.
3. Print out the text of the "Pancha Shraddha" and the Creed.
4. Prepare the altar: set up and light candles, incense, a bowl of pure water, and a tray of fruit, petals, and flowers.
5. Wear white clothing (it is auspicious to have a white punjabi) and sit at the altar.
6. Fold your hands in Namaste and chant the "OM" mantra three times.
7. Do the prostration (bow) while sitting.
8. Recite the text "Pancha Shraddha" and the Creed.
9. Recite The Five Refuges mantras ("Pancha-Ratna-Sharanagati pranama"):
2. Create a home altar according to the WSDC standard (minimum with major deities, parampara) or print it out.
3. Print out the text of the "Pancha Shraddha" and the Creed.
4. Prepare the altar: set up and light candles, incense, a bowl of pure water, and a tray of fruit, petals, and flowers.
5. Wear white clothing (it is auspicious to have a white punjabi) and sit at the altar.
6. Fold your hands in Namaste and chant the "OM" mantra three times.
7. Do the prostration (bow) while sitting.
8. Recite the text "Pancha Shraddha" and the Creed.
9. Recite The Five Refuges mantras ("Pancha-Ratna-Sharanagati pranama"):
(Palms - folded in Namaskar over the Sahasrara).
Om, I resort to Shiva (Supreme God) for protection!
OM DHARMAM SHARANAM PRAPADHYAM
(Palms - in front of the Ajna).
Om, resorting to Dharma (true teaching) for protection!
OM SANGHAM SHARANAM PRAPADAYAM
(Palms - at Anahata level).
Om, resorting to Sangha (devotee community) for protection!
OM SHAKTIM SHARANAM PRAPADHYAM
(Palms - opposite Muladhara, fingers down).
Om, coming to Shakti for protection!
OM SADGURUM SHARANAM PRAPADHYAM
(Meditation on Shiva, or your Guru).
Om, I resort to the Eternal (true) Guru for protection!
Perform Namaskar (bowing) towards the altar
10. Chant the mantra of Refuge three times:
Namo Satya Dharma
Namo Arya Sangha
(I take refuge in The Three Jewels: Guru, Dharma, and Sangha)
12. After folding your hands in Namaste, chant the mantra "OM" three times.
13. Do the prostration (bow) while sitting.
14. Take a picture of your altar after the ritual and e-mail it to [email protected].
15. Consult with the monk on the recommended initial practices and plan to take the Profound Creed, meaning the ceremony of Initiation, into Tradition with the monk. To request a monk’s consultation, please write to [email protected]
If you have questions about the ceremony, please contact Telegram with Tejomaii, Mandala Coordinator for Taking Refuge
After accepting the Creed in absentia, you may proceed to the Preliminary Practices, having received explanations from the monk. After taking the Creed in absentia, it is favorable to go through the ceremony of the Great Creed.
In our Teachings, Sanhga is sufficiently manifested. There are Dharma Centers and Dharma Groups open for practice in many cities. There are also ashrams in many countries where you can go by agreement with the monks.
In our Teachings, Sanhga is sufficiently manifested. There are Dharma Centers and Dharma Groups open for practice in many cities. There are also ashrams in many countries where you can go by agreement with the monks.
Dharma Centers:
- Moscow, ShaktiMa Center
Contact person Madhuvidya +79955085064
- St. Petersburg, Suvarna Bhumi Center (Golden Land)
Contact person Vimalakirti +79219454293
- Chelyabinsk, Gayatri Center
Contact person Indivarini +79085848807
- Ufa, Shanta-bhava Center
Contact person of Vamadeva Telegram @vd_vamadeva
Group Dharma:
- Ekaterinburg
Contact numbers: Mahamatri +79827035456; Jaya Lakshmi +79122199439
- Perm, group «Sattva»
Contact person Savitri +79124874464
Online Refuge Ceremonies
The ceremony can be attended online, after leaving a request.
If it is not possible to do this at home, you can arrange to come to the nearest
Dharma Center, Dharma Group or Ashram.
The ceremony can be attended online, after leaving a request. If it is not possible to do this at home, you can arrange to come to the nearest Dharma Center, Dharma Group or Ashram
Guru Swami
Vishnudevananda Giri's lineage
For registration and questions about the ceremony, please contact the coordinators:
- Conducting the ceremony by Mahant Ramanath Giri — write on telegram Tejomayi
- Conducting the ceremony by Mahant Advaithavadini Giri — write on telegram Shrinandini