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Foreword

Dear Divine Brothers and Sisters of the Universe,

Happy New Year! As we welcome 2025, we reflect on the past year—a journey of growth, learning, and deepening our connections as a global Sunyoga family. While November and December were quieter for workshops for Swamiji, they offered us valuable time to prepare for an exciting and transformative year ahead.

We begin this vibrant new year with two workshops in Vadodara, setting the stage for our participation in the Maha Kumbh from January 15 to January 25. This extraordinary spiritual gathering provides a profound opportunity to immerse ourselves in its sacred energy while sharing the wisdom of Sunyoga. We warmly invite you to plan your participation and join us for this transformative experience.

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In recent months, we’ve witnessed inspiring enthusiasm from our new Sunyoga teachers, including Rajendra, Sneha, Suresh and Jatinder, who have successfully conducted workshops all around India. Their dedication strengthens our shared mission to spread Sunyoga’s wisdom and practice on a larger scale.

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On a practical note, we wish to remind supporters that our bank cannot accept foreign donations sent in rupees. Those interested in supporting our work should please contact us for alternative methods.

We are thrilled to welcome Ra Castaldo from New York, USA, as the newest member of our newsletter team. His debut article in this issue offers fresh perspectives, and we look forward to his regular contributions in the coming months.

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Ra Castaldo from New York, USA

This edition also features thought-provoking articles from Swamiji, filled with wisdom to deepen your practice and guide your journey into this new year of possibilities. May these insights inspire and illuminate your path.

With love and gratitude,
Axel Johansson
Sunyoga Team

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Sunyoga Workshop in Kultikri, West Bengal with Swamiji Umashankarji, 27-29 December

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kids-practice-sunyogaThe Sunyoga Basic Workshop commenced enthusiastically at Kultikri Balika Vidyalaya on December 27-29, 2024. Organised in collaboration with the Vivekananda Yoga Institutions at Kultikri and spearheaded by Vivek and Dolan, this event was a resounding success. Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to everyone who contributed to making this workshop a memorable experience.

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The workshop brought together a vibrant group of participants, with a notably young crowd filling the venue with hope and inspiration for the future. Throughout the event, attendees embarked on a transformative journey towards a peaceful, blissful, healthy, and enlightened life.

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The positive energy was palpable, and participants were left with smiles and good spirits, even as they expressed sadness at the workshop’s conclusion. The seamless organisation—including warm tea breaks and delicious food offered at an affordable price—enriched the experience, all thanks to the dedicated efforts of the organising team.

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This memorable workshop will undoubtedly hold a special place in the hearts of all who attended. We eagerly look forward to hosting another Sunyoga event in Kultikri soon. Let us continue spreading peace, health, and enlightenment through Sunyoga.

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The day after the workshop, Swamiji enjoyed his time in the jungle, experiencing what is known as Tapavan Darshan. It is said that Mata Sita went into exile in this area at Valmiki Muni’s ashram, where her sons, Lob and Cush, were born. Check out the gallery to learn more about his adventures.

Introduction of Ra ji (Ra Castaldo)

Dear All of Divine origin, greetings with much love and light. My birth name is Raffaele-Antonio Castaldo a long Italian name, lol, so I also go by Ra Castaldo. My spiritual name is Ra-Ji. It’s my pleasure and honour to be able to be here and write for this newsletter, share my experiences and knowledge, support Swami Ji ” Uma Sankar”, the “Sun Yogi,” Axel, Johnathan and everyone here within the Sunyoga Family. In fact, all of Humanity, nature and the cosmic energies. Now, since this is my first article here at the Sunyoga Newsletter I feel an introduction of myself and a bit of my background and family history is best to start with. I am 46 years of age and come from a long line of Blacksmiths and Mystics from Italy and all throughout the Mediterranean. Three main locations of my families ancestry are from Benevento, Italy (near Naples), Volterra (Tuscany), and Lake Nemi (Lazio near Rome). These are three major locations of the ” Tanarra” who are a series of Hereditary Family lines of mystics, herbalists, Blacksmiths, and Seers. My specific line is one of these hereditary families and our main focus was preserving the Stellar mysteries and passing them down through oral traditions and through inherited genetics. Not all within the family inherit the desire to continue this work or inherit the certain traits to continue the higher levels of the work. Sometimes it can even skip a whole generation! I happen to be the one in my generation and out of my siblings that the universe has chosen to carry the hereditary torch of the “Tanarra” I even named my daughter who was born on new years day 2018 ‘ TANA” which is ancient Italy and Greece is a name that carried much power and means ” Goddess of the Stars” but even more meaningful it can be translated as Goddess of the Intelligence of the fire of the stars! The Tanarra, like I mentioned above, are hereditary families of mystics who not only preserve the stellar mysteries but also fight against the negative forces to help cleanse the collective consciousness of Humanity. This will be the focus of a future article and is related to the ongoing Interplanetary Asura – Deva Wars, which we will also discuss further later on in this very article. I mentioned how certain members of my bloodline have been born over the span of hundreds if not thousands of years with certain traits, in fact there’s also very specific details during child birth for many of the ones that are chosen to carry the torch of the bloodline. Certain members of my bloodline have been born with a deep connection to the cosmos, also have a hypersensitivity to certain vibrations and energies most people can not detect, have strong psychic abilities, esp, telepathy, and also a majority of them like myself also had a very unique birth. I also had one of these unique births. I was born in July 1978 still inside the Caul or amniotic sac. The medical term for my birth is called a  “En caul with nuchal cord birth” which means my mothers water never broke! I was born the standard way I came out from the birth canal, but my mothers water did not break, I arrived still enveloped in the cosmic womb in the waters of life and death and I also had the umbilical cord wrapped around my neck! A naga birth and a caul birth. All over the world not just in Italy do we have lore of those born within the caul. Its looked as a blessing of the gods and an omen. Many people that are born this way throughout their lives experience high psychic activity, paranormal activity, and a deep connection to nature and the cosmos. Some are born with the caul just on their head and face and others like myself are born completely enveloped in the ” Net of Neith” or the ” Veil of Isis” as its called in Ancient Egypt. Those born this way are called “Caulbearers” or being “Born behind the Veil” sometimes called a “Naga Birth” or “Mermaid Birth”.  Many born this way also experience a deep connection to the cosmos, astral travel, out of body experiences and incredible vivid lucid dreams. Not only was I born this way, but also one of my ancestors that some of you may have heard of was born this way as well. His name was Giordano Bruno who lived from (1548-1600). Giordano was a hereditary mystic, used Hermetic healing/wisdom, was a master of the mind and memory had a deep connection to the cosmos and he was also said to be Born still inside the caul.  Giordano was feared by the Church, they feared his knowledge of healing, they saw him as a threat to their power,  they were scared of the truth and literally imprisoned Giordano for nearly nine years before burning him at the stake in front of a belligerent crowd. Giordano was locked in a dungeon over 8 years for claiming that the Sun was not the center of the Universe, that in fact, there’s most likely an infinite amount of suns within their solar systems and that most likely there’s life on these planetary systems as well. After locking him in a dungeon for all those years literally eating rats to stay alive, they then stripped him naked, brought him out in front of an open crowd, asked him to tell the crowd he was being influenced by the devil and that he was lying about the earth not being the center of the universe, and go to the arms of the church for forgiveness. He would not bend and stood by his beliefs (truth) and although he was a man of small stature, that day he was a giant amongst a sea of cowards and he burned at the stake free and standing by the truth and wisdom of God! The church literally executed , murdered my ancestor in the name of God? For what? For telling the Truth?? Now 400 years later and they now honor Giordano Bruno with a well known statue of him at the Vatican, they even named a crater on the moon after him! Also in the year 2000 my Aunt Lori Bruno received a formal apology from the Vatican about their execution of this once great man. 400 years to the day of his murder they sent us an apology? TOO little too late in my opinion. But I guess later is better then never. He was burned at the stake for what today is a known scientific fact. sun-diffuse-2024 When examining some of Giordano’s work and writings one will find a number of very interesting examples of incredible things talked about nearly 400 ears before us in our modern age discussed them. One example of this is the description and existence of otherworldly beings. Nowadays we call the m aliens and tend to claim they come from outer space, but Giordano was well aware that these entities are spiritual in nature and come from the spiritual realms. He wrote incredible essays on memory, magic, and so much more. In his essays on magic he describes what can only be compared to modern day descriptions of grey aliens almost 400 years before Betty and Barney Hill. Throughout history many people within my ancestry held a deep connection to the cosmos, Giordano Bruno is definitely one of them, like myself we have dedicated our whole lives to uncovering the truth of our existence and to once again find the coordinates of the afterlife. At the age of 9 in 1987, I also had a near death experience that radically altered my view of the world and cosmos. It enhanced my already god given birth abilities and took me many years to understand what I was experiencing telepathically.  Through my creativity, playing guitar/music, drawing, poetry, writing songs, meditations, solar /lunar meditations, working with crystals and other outlets of creativity i was able to channel this knowledge I was receiving and use it to help and inspire others. So that is a brief summary of my family history and background which is part of what fuels my work. But, also through my own souls path and cosmic journey I have been shown that I am an Ancestral Scribe, a guide returning once again to help retrieve and activate knowledge that we have lost. white-flower-2024 Since at least 3000 B. C. this Planetary system has been under the influence of the Asuric forces of materialism, power and greed! Pulsating the controlling frequency of the Ancient Asura Tribes. We are all said to be born Devas, its the programming and patterns that are spun and woven into our individual lives that dictate our path. Keeping many of us hypnotised, enchanted by technology and media, drug addicted and slaves to the yearnings of power and riches. We are being evolved according to our own vibrations! What do I mean by this??? Well, I will do my best to break it down in the most simplest of ways, when i mention “plasma” remember I am discussing the 4th state of matter not the blood plasma within our bodies. All energies and knowledge exist amongst the stars. Each Sun/ Star is streaming rivers of Sentient plasma/ light/ information. This “light” contains all the knowledge to create worlds/life, sustain life, evolve life, and ultimately dissolve life. Each Plasma Star also contains its own Sentience, its own characteristics, its own personality. Each Sun like the one in our solar system will pull in energies from the cosmos and alter these energies by its (our suns) very own vibration, then will stream these emanations /energies/information out to its planets like Earth etc. As we receive these emanations we then alter these emanations by our very own vibrations and then we send these emanations back out. these emanations are then absorbed by the moon reflected and absorbed by the Sun. The Sun is absorbing our thoughts, our prayers, what are souls are calling to be. Then the Sun will alter these emanations by its very own vibration and then pull in energies from the cosmos that will evolve us accordingly and then stream these emanations to us. So what we are literally calling out to the cosmos to be is being absorbed by the sun our star, then the Sun is shining down the light information for us to become what we are calling to be. So if we have a majority of the planet broadcasting a frequency of greed, materialism and yearning for riches and power, then this is the kind of information and vibe that will be sent down to us!!!!!  If we have a majority of the collective consciousness of Earth streamimg emanations of greed and materialism this the light that we will receive, which ultimately is a darkness that has imprisoned the human spirit and consciousness. The Sun has been weeping the Sun wants us to be in harmony with nature and the Universe once again. In future articles I will be discussing my direct connection with the Sun and cosmic energies, also revealing some of the Ancient Vedic mysteries that we have lost. The Ongoing Asura – Deva War is still upon us my brothers and sisters, it has never left, and is more potent and brutal today as its ever been! This War is literally over the Sun! Its over the rays of light and the waters of light from the Sun. Its over the powers/ knowledge and forces that they are able to harness from the Sun, its about extending the light to achieve immortality and to transform into and become an Immortal Sun or Star! IMG 20241216 070522 We are the descendants of these Ancient Vedic Seers. We contain and house the cosmic powers they once unlocked and achieved. Buried, embedded within our DNA, waiting to be activated. These unseen cosmic forces a.k.a. “godheads” A.k.a. “powers of consciousness” are the source behind the worlds development and evolution. Shaped by the focus and concentration of the will of these seers. Absorbed by the Sun, the cosmic forces and celestial objects then this network “akasha” streams us the appropriate streams of plasma/codes to evolve us according to our very own vibration. This is the very best and most simple way to break down how the Orchestra of the Universe is carried out and conducted. The Sound of the light, the Voice of God. Sanskrit was developed as a language of the Gods for divine reasons. To anchor us and align us with the primal sounds of the Universe. Sanskrit was said to have derived from the sound of Shivas cosmic drum, which ultimately is the Sun. When we use the OM (Aum) it literally is us aligning to the Heartbeat of the Sun! Sages like Swami Ji Uma Sankar aka the Sunyogi are able to have a direct communication with the Sun, cosmic energies, and the celestial hierarchy of Ancient seers that have walked through the doorway of the Sun and appeared in this realm as a child or warrior of the Sun to bring light and wisdom to this world. Pushed into matter from a divine light, a plasma which is just another state of matter, a higher state of matter. Ancient Seers have come into this lower, more dense world of matter to help humanity find what it once lost. So we can once again find the coordinates of heaven, a harmonic evolution of the Soul. Through Sunyoga, and finding your Deva roots so we can once again raise the collective consciousness of Humanity. I look forward to writing future articles and sharing my work with you all. I am currently writing a book series. I also make my very own custom items and amulets for your mind body and soul. Scientifically tested copper and gemstone products that help protect us from EMF, and much more! (Editorial remark: Universal Peace Centre are not endorsing or opposing these products. Our position is neutral until we have tested it.) Also anyone that mentions sunyoga at checkout at my website themysticalspiralstore.com will receive a free gift package of Herkimer diamond charged at sacred stone sight during winter solstice solar alignment. See you next month in the next newsletter hopefully you all enjoyed my article and look forward to me continuing them. Namaste, Ra ji

Ghosala Updates

By Swamiji Umasankar ashram-cows-2024 Om Anand Om. The Universal Peace Centre and the Goshala and organic cultivation are thriving together. Cows play a pivotal role in creating a remarkable ecosystem that protects humanity, the environment, and society and promotes a pollution-free nature, good health, prosperity, and peaceful living for individuals, families, communities, and nations. Ghosala-cow-2024 Cows contribute to a cleaner and pollution-free environment by consuming agricultural waste materials. Their byproducts, such as cow dung and urine, are not just waste. Still, excellent organic fertilisers and pesticides benefit agricultural practices and act as antiseptics and antibiotics to protect our environment for present and future generations. sunyogi-work-garden We wish everyone great success and a peaceful, blissful, healthy, and enlightened life.

Exploring the Maha Kumbh: A Timeless Confluence of Faith and Tradition

The Maha Kumbh Mela is one of India’s most revered festivals every 12 years. This gathering of millions of devotees and spiritual seekers is a living testament to Bharat’s spiritual heritage. The festival stems from the legend of the Samudra Manthan, where the gods and demons churned the ocean to obtain Amrit, the nectar of immortality. Drops of nectar fell at Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik, sanctifying these sites as hosts of the Kumbh Mela. Celebrated in Prayagraj, the Maha Kumbh aligns with celestial events, making it an auspicious time for spiritual practices. Pilgrims believe bathing in the sacred rivers washes away sins and leads to liberation. Over time, the festival has drawn sages, yogis, and millions of devotees, forming a unique spiritual mosaic. For Sunyoga practitioners, the Maha Kumbh amplifies opportunities for deep meditation and spiritual growth. The sacred rituals and energy resonate with Sunyoga’s focus on harmony and inner realisation. The Maha Kumbh Mela attracts 120 to 150 million people, with peak days seeing millions in a single day. Similar or higher attendance is expected for the 2025 Maha Kumbh. The Maha Kumbh celebrates faith, resilience, and ancient wisdom. It bridges our spiritual roots and guides us toward a harmonious future. Sunyoga.org invites you to explore this magnificent event and its deeper spiritual dimensions. Stay connected for insights and opportunities to participate in this grand celebration of life and divinity! IMG 20241208 161047

Making mistakes

Swamiji Sunyogi Umasankar Let us all remain mindful of the boundaries of others and strive to fulfil our responsibilities within our limits. Yes, we will still make mistakes, but those mistakes can be corrected. The real issue arises when we knowingly repeat errors—this becomes a significant offence. There is a difference between mistakes made in ignorance and offences committed knowingly. We are not the ones to judge others’ actions, for each person’s deeds bring their consequences. Only God, who observes everything without bias, distributes the outcomes of everyone’s actions equally. Consequently, each person is responsible for their actions and the results of those actions. No one else can determine our fate. With this understanding, we dedicate ourselves as children to our excellent guide, Mahavatar Babaji, committing our work to Him. We will do our best to carry out our duties diligently, keeping this vision in mind. Thank you. Vivekananda-Babaji

Eternal Love

Swamiji Umasankar Love is not just about a person or an object; it’s about a deep, unwavering connection with them. It’s not about attraction but about a steadfast dedication to the other. Love doesn’t imply ownership; it celebrates individuality, self-surrender, and offering. It’s a commitment, a responsibility. Love, in its purest form, is not a transaction of giving and receiving; it is about performing selfless acts for another. It is not a bond of self-interest but a relationship based on eternal purity, devoid of expectations or conditions. In essence, love is like the relationship between the earth and the sky—each is incomplete without the other. With its vastness and beauty, this profound analogy inspires us to strive for such a beautiful, inspiring bond in our lives. The journey of love is not easy, but it is a rare and challenging path. It involves overcoming personal fears, insecurities, and the societal norms that often hinder the expression of love. However, it leads to immense peace, self-awareness, and the pursuit of truth, culminating in the realisation of ultimate truths. The difficulties encountered along this path only enhance its significance. At its core, the profound meaning of love is self-love. Loving oneself is not just essential; it is empowering. Recognising self-love in ourselves or others is the key to understanding and experiencing true love. This realisation is a source of genuine empowerment, fueling our personal growth and well-being.DSC09541Swamiji has a close relationship with local karate groups.

Thoughts on our Mission and Vision

Swamiji Sunyogi Umasankar Today, we will briefly discuss the Universal Peace Centre’s goals, vision, and mission. This is an important topic. Dear brothers and sisters of the universe, the goal of the Universal Peace Centre is to promote universal peace, unity, and brotherhood—essentially, oneness in the universe to protect humanity. All creatures and creations are interconnected, and we are all part of the Creator. This includes every living and non-living being, highlighting the concept of universal brotherhood as one global family. This family contains many people and energies—good and bad, divine and evil. Everyone is part of this family, from saints to individuals who may not conform to societal norms, including those associated with crime or malevolent forces. Even those we perceive as unfavourable, like mafias or asuras, serve a purpose. Their existence can awaken us from laziness and ignorance, motivating us toward action and self-realisation. The Universal Peace Centre’s mission is inclusive. It serves everyone—rich and poor, of every caste, colour, creed, religion, and nationality. Peace cannot be attained by addressing only a select group; it requires solutions for all, including those struggling with poverty, illness, stress, or emotional imbalances. Challenges like divorce, suicide, and crime are manifestations of ignorance. However, every individual, even those we may consider harmful, has a role in the greater purpose of humanity. DSC09500 Sunyoga is a powerful practice that offers protection and solutions at various levels—physical, mental, vital, emotional, spiritual, economic, and social. It can heal diseases, strengthen memory, boost self-confidence, and bring emotional and mental balance. Dissatisfaction often leads to emotional turmoil, but through Sunyoga, we can discover satisfaction, balance, and peace. The economy is also crucial. While money is not the ultimate goal, it is essential for sustaining society. Real success comes from making wise choices that benefit everyone, not just ourselves. True prosperity arises from wisdom, which comes from pure thoughts, proper planning, and actions rooted in Sunyoga. This practice purifies our thoughts, leading to better decision-making and sustainable success. Philosophical and psychological challenges can also be addressed through Sunyoga. We can transcend duality when we understand that all creatures are connected and originate from the same source. This realisation fosters unconditional love, unity, and a sense of cosmic oneness. Life embodies spirituality; without it, no action—good or bad—is genuinely possible. Self-realisation is the key to achieving the highest goals and solving all problems. By understanding ourselves—our inner microcosm—we can connect with others, empathise with their pain, and foster balance, peace, and harmony within and around us. Sunyoga is an integrated solution that addresses all dimensions of life—physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, economic, and psychological. It aligns us with nature and guides us toward the right path for protecting humanity. Thank you, and I wish everyone a peaceful, blissful, healthy, and enlightened life. Swamiji-gives-satsang

Public Notice

The Universal Peace Centre Trust announces that, as of December 5, 2024, Mr Swapan Tamang is no longer associated with the ashram or trust in any capacity. The trust will not be liable for any financial or non-financial transactions, commitments, or representations made by him on their behalf after this date. The public is strongly advised not to engage with Mr. Tamang regarding the ashram’s matters. Any such dealings will be at the concerned party’s own risk, without accountability from the Universal Peace Centre. Please get in touch with the ashram directly via the phone or email provided for official matters. This notice is issued to protect the public interest and prevent potential misunderstandings. By Order of the Board Universal Peace Centre Trust IMG 20241216 153508

FAQ – How can I learn Sunyoga?

Learning Sunyoga is simple and accessible. Here are your options: Enrol in a Course: The easiest and best way to learn Sunyoga is by joining one of our structured courses. Check our course schedule and sign up for the session that fits your availability. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your practice, we have options for everyone. Connect with a Certified Teacher: Contact a certified Sunyoga teacher in your area. They offer personalised guidance and can adapt their teachings to suit your needs. Organise a Course: Want to learn with your family or friends? You can organise a Sunyoga course conveniently with a certified instructor. This option is ideal for groups and fosters a collective learning experience. For more information, connect with Axel. orange-sun

Calendar

3-5 January (FULL) – Sunyoga Basic Course (Level 1-3) (Vadodara, Gujarat)

9-11 January – Sunyoga Basic Course (Level 1-3) (Vadodara, Gujarat)

15-25 January – Maha Kumbh (Prayagraj, UP, India)

28 January – Kalpataru Festival (Lachipur, West Bengal, India)

1-3 February – Sunyoga Basic Course (Level 1-3) (Khopoli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India)

7-13 February – Sunyoga Advanced Course (Level 4) (Khopoli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India)

28 February – 2 March – Sunyoga Basic Course (Level 1-3) (Kathmandu, Nepal)

16-18 March – Sunyoga Basic Course (Level 1-3) (Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, India)

1-7 April – Acupressure Course and Treatments (Khopoli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India)

If you would like more details on how to register for our events, you can go to our event page. Homepatic Medicine Numerous people come to get free treatment and healing from our Homepatic doctor in the Ashram.

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Donation

Om Anand Om. We want to inform you that all international donations should be sent to our Delhi account: https://sunyoga.org/donations/ We have identified the reason for the issues we encountered with some international bank transfers last year. Please do not send funds in Indian Rupees, as these transactions will fail. Instead, send your donation in your home country’s currency. Also, when you donate, please email us about your transaction so we know who it is from. Otherwise, we will not be able to receive it. You can reach us at sunyogiindia@gmail.com If you feel Sunyoga and our work are helping individuals and humanity, please consider supporting our mission by donating. For Indians you can donate direct here:
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All information can be found on our donation page.

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