This Satsang arose after an hour of silent self-inquiry, with the teaching emerging from a settled recognition rather than from theory. Tom begins by revisiting the familiar Advaita pointer, “We are not the doer, we are not the enjoyer”.
He then reads Question and Answer 13 from the text Self Enquiry in the The Collected Works of Sri Ramana Maharshi, turning attention to Ramana’s uncompromising instruction on action, agency, and the Self. The emphasis is on the mind resting in its source so completely that even subtle movements such as “Is this right? Is that wrong? Should I do this or that?” are seen as vasanic ripples to be noticed and not followed.
From here, Tom speaks about Ramana’s “indifference” not as dullness or avoidance, but as the natural non-grasping of a heart absorbed in the Divine. When happiness is tasted at the core, the world is not rejected, yet its pull softens; functioning continues, prarabdha unfolds, but the “I am the one doing” thought is not given a foothold.
For seasoned seekers, this meeting points less to managing life and more to a radical, practical abidance: staying as the Self while activity and karma play out on the surface. The flavour is one of resolute devotion — Bhakti expressed as a quiet refusal to leave the Self for the mind’s next concern, and a willingness to let love of God outshine every other priority.
This video was recorded live during a Satsang meeting with Tom Das on January 1, 2026 and put together by volunteers.
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Siddhis: Are Spiritual Powers a Trap? (Enlightenment and Liberation)
In this Satsang, Tom offers a nuanced and insightful teaching on “Siddhis” — a Sanskrit term meaning “accomplishment,” “perfection,” or “attainment.” Siddhis often refer to extraordinary abilities or yogic powers said to arise through deep spiritual practice, such as levitation, invisibility, or telepathy. Tom explores how these phenomena are sometimes sought by spiritual seekers or arise spontaneously as by-products of genuine practice.
This video was recorded live during a Satsang meeting with Tom Das on November 20th , 2025 and put together by volunteers.
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For guided meditations see the ‘guided meditation’ playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomDasNonduality/playlists
For recommended reading for liberation see here: https://tomdas.com/2020/10/19/recommended-reading-books-for-enlightenment-liberation-and-self-realisation/
What Are The Marks of An Earnest Disciple? Upadesha Manjari | Spiritual Instruction | Ramana Maharshi
In this Satsang moment, a participant shares a challenging and illuminating exchange from Sri Ramana Maharshi’s Upadesa Manjari (Spiritual Instruction). Tom offers a spontaneous teaching that invites us to deeply contemplate Bhagavan’s insight into our desire for happiness, and gently supports the inner healing process required as we open to liberation and the lasting joy we truly seek.
This video was recorded live during a Satsang meeting with Tom Das on November 20th, 2025 and put together by volunteers.
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Can Everyone Benefit From This Silence?
From: Talks with Sri Ramana Maharshi, Talk 569.
Question: Can everyone benefit from this silence?
Bhagavan:
Silence is the true upadesa. (Teaching)
It is the perfect upadesa.
It is suited only for the most advanced seeker.
The others are unable to draw full inspiration from it.
Therefore they require words to explain the Truth.
But Truth is beyond words.
It does not admit of explanation.
All that is possible to do
is only to indicate It.
How is that to be done?
In this meditative Satsang talk by Tom, he gently guides us with words, presence and silence towards meeting and imbibing Ramana’s highest teaching.
This video was recorded live during a Satsang meeting with Tom Das on November 27, 2025 and put together by volunteers. To download full unedited satsang recordings see here: https://payhip.com/tomdas
Is The Law Of Attraction A Cruel Joke?
Is the Law of Attraction a cruel cosmic joke, or a misunderstood doorway to true fulfilment? Drawing from the wisdom of Sri Ramana Maharshi, Tom explores the deeper truth behind desire, manifestation, and what it really means to get what we truly want.
This video was recorded live during a Satsang meeting with Tom Das on November 27, 2025 and put together by volunteers.
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The Magic Of Self Inquiry! Using The Mind For Liberation
A profound truth: we cannot look at Maya without entering into Maya (and the profound ramifications of this)
Is devotion to Bhagavan required for liberation? Ramana Maharshi | Advaita Vedanta
The excellent path ‘Who Am I?’ (Parts 1 and 2) | Self-Enquiry guidance and support| Ramana Maharshi
After the invocation to Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi, Tom offers a vital talk on what Ramana discovered as the foremost path of all — Self-Inquiry, the question “Who am I?”.
He invites us to reflect: What path are we really following? With vivid metaphors and images, Tom illuminates how the practice of Self-Inquiry is unlike any other activity, spiritual or worldly. Instead of planning, scheming, playing, creating… we turn toward the “I” itself — the doer we believe ourselves to be. This is the source of all problems, the very root of suffering.
Though this is deeply challenging for the mind, Tom reminds us that awakening to our true nature is the freedom we long for. Nothing special is required; by opening up to the question, “Who Am I?” along with sacred silence and Bhagavan’s grace, liberation shines and delusion and ignorance are seen to have never occurred.
Here is Part 1:
In this second part, Tom responds with clarifications and pointers to help deepen understanding. If you have your own reflections or questions, you’re welcome to share them in the comments below.
Here is part 2:
2 Spiritual Secrets For Profound Transformation
In this moment in satsang, Tom shares two simple yet revolutionary teachings — practical secrets that can be effortlessly woven into your daily life. Many who walk the path of devotion to Ramana Maharshi have found that these treasures spark profound transformation, bringing quiet but powerful shifts in both subtle and significant ways.
These practices can be embraced together or on their own, offering you a direct doorway into presence and devotion and sacred silence; they can guide you to your True Nature and longed for liberation.
If you feel moved, we invite you to share in the comments how these teachings resonate with you, or to tell us about your own experiences of devotional practice—whether with Ramana, or with an image of the Divine that speaks to your heart.
This video was recorded live during a Satsang meeting with Tom Das on September 11th, 2025 and put together by volunteers. To download full unedited satsang recordings see here: https://payhip.com/tomdas
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