"My son, you are mine for all eternity. You are my true ambassador. All religions of the world lead to the one light. It is the aim of every human to realize God the Almighty and thus become one with him. But, mankind suffers from unspeakable physical and mental sorrow. It is your duty to soothe this pain by bringing to them the holy message of DIVINE KNOWLEDGE. Teach all people – men, women, young and old, rich and poor – the highest techniques of the Divine science of Yoga. Help them to lead a natural life free from illness and show them the way to true knowledge."
With this message, received from Bhagwan Sri Deep Narayan Mahaprabhuji in a deep meditation, began the spiritual path of Paramhans Yogiraj Swami Maheshwarananda, one of the greatest Spiritual Masters in the World today.
Early years
Vishwaguruji was born on August 15, 1945, in the village of Rupawas, in the district of Pali, Rajasthan. His parents, Pandit Krishna Ramji Garg and Srimati Phool Devi Garg, both devout and religious people, gave him the name of Mangilal. As a young child, most of his free time he devoted to prayer and meditation. Whilst still in his teens, he was ordained as swami by his Guru, Hindu Dharmsamrat Paramhans Sri Swami Madhavanandaji, with whom he lives in ashram for several years, performing strict anusthana, spiritual practices.
On the Path
Jagadguru
On 10th April, 1998, Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda was inaugurated by the World Religious Parliament as "Sarvabhaum Sanatan Dharma Jagadguru".
Mahamandaleshwar
At the Maha Kumbha Mela in Haridwar, India (13 April, 1998) he was appointed as Mahamandaleshwar of Maha Nirvani Akhara.
Vishwaguru
In 2001 on the occasion of the Maha Kumbha Mela in Prayagraj (Allahabad), Swamiji was awarded with the highest spiritual title of Vishwaguru (Master of the Universe) in the presence of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shankaracharya Sri Swami Narendranandaji Sarasvati, by the Vidvat Samaj.
Coming to Europe
He came to Europe in 1971. He came to know the needs of modern man, which inspired him to combine the ancient yogic realisations and the findings of modern science with his rich experience. In this way, he created an integral and internationally acclaimed system of practices called Yoga in Daily Life, which has spread from Europe throughout the world, for the welfare of humankind and all living beings and has inspired hundreds of thousands of people. In 1972, he established the first Yoga in Daily Life Ashram and Society in Vienna, Austria, and that was followed by the foundation of ashrams and centers around the world.
Yoga in Daily Life
50 years
In the last 50 years Swamiji has travelled extensively throughout the world, tirelessly spreading the message of Sat Sanatan Dharma and Yoga according to the teachings of Bhagwan Sri Deep Narayan Mahaprabhuji. Wherever he goes he teaches people to understand and love themselves and others, and helps them to realise the sense and purpose of their life. His message is: understanding, respect and tolerance between nations, cultures and religions, non-violence, protection of nature and the environment and a vegetarian lifestyle.
Interreligious Dialogues & Wolrd Peace Prayers
Recognising the urgent need to promote and develop awareness of world peace, Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda has initiated worldwide Inter-religious Dialogues and World Peace Prayers with representatives of world religions and public figures, and takes an active part in international congresses and conferences.
In India
In his homeland of India, His Holiness Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda Puri has initiated several humanitarian projects. One of the biggest spiritual projects is the building of Om Ashram in Jadan, Pali.
In 1990, he laid the foundation stone of a large-scale project called the “Om Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwarananda Ashram Education & Research Centre” (commonly referred to as the “Om Ashram”).
The main purpose of this Centre is to promote the ancient Indian science of Yoga and the invaluable spiritual treasure of Vedic culture. This Centre is dedicated to the protection of all life, the environment and world peace. It hosts various charity events and supports education and healthcare.
Projects initiated by Vishwaguruji
Swamiji has been, and is still being, recognized and acknowledged worldwide by statesmen, scientists, doctors and dignitaries from different religions for his decades of committed humanitarian and spiritual work, and also his unceasing efforts for the health and welfare of humans and nature, for the protection of the environment and world peace. For his service to the science of Yoga and the promotion of physical, mental, social and spiritual health for humans he has been awarded the honorary titles of Doctor of Yoga and Professor of the Spiritual Science of Yoga.