In Hinduism, Avyakta literally means not manifest, cannot be experienced by the sense organs. In the Samkhya system, th…
In the quest for a peaceful society, many philosophies and religions offer guidance on how to achieve harmony and balan…
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In the Bengali version of the Ramayana, as told by Krittibas Ojha, the tale of King Dasharatha and the asura Sambhara h…
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We need values to live well and be a success in society, to form our character, to be acceptable to others, and for our…
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Hanuman's decision not to destroy Lanka and rescue Sita, despite having the power and opportunity, is a complex and…
In Hinduism, the concept that opposites are fundamentally of one essence is deeply rooted in its philosophical and spir…
No person is too lowly for God’s grace, as the familiar story of Rasik, the sweeper of the Dakshineswar temple, illustr…
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The statement "Goodness within an individual becomes valuable only when it is pitted against evil" aligns wit…
In today’s fast-paced world, the drive for success often emphasizes competition. However, an alternative approach roote…
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Avasthatraya is the three states of experience – waking, dreaming, and the dreamless sleep. Adi Shankaracharya and to s…
In the ancient Indian epic tradition, the lineage of Raghuvamsa is renowned for its valor and righteousness. Among its …
In the North Indian Advaitic tradition Sant Nishchaldas’s is a name that commands great respect. Author of the Vicharsa…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Thursday, July 4 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Trayodashi and Chaturdashi tithi or …
Time travel is a fascinating concept that has intrigued humanity for centuries. In Hinduism, the notion of time travel …
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When I experienced that the world, with all moving creatures, was entirely separate from me, like a ball, or like the p…
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In Hinduism, Kalki is the prophesied tenth and final avatar of the god Vishnu, who is expected to appear in the future…
The relationship of Nala and Damayanti in the Mahabharata is rich with lessons on love, faith, perseverance, and the tr…
The simple message of Vedanta invites us to realize the divine inner essence, of all beings: the Atman, the purana, the…
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The spread of false information, both disinformation (deliberate falsehoods) and misinformation (unintentional inaccura…
The relationship between King Drupada (Dhrupad) and Dronacharya is a significant and multifaceted aspect of the Mahabha…
Viveka is as essential to spiritual life as to the secular. Spiritual life is a journey into the unknown. Unless the li…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, July 1 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Dashami tithi or the tenth day during …
Preparing for economic instability can be approached from various perspectives, including practical steps and spiritual…
It is experience alone that matters in spiritual life. Adi Shankaracharya has this to say in this context the knowledge…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Sunday, June 30 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Navami tithi or the ninth day during …
Shani Bhagavan (Saturn) is a significant deity in Hinduism, particularly associated with discipline, justice, and karma…
The Bhagavad Gita, the Hindu scripture, offers profound insights and guidance on overcoming low self-esteem. Here are s…
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In Yogasutra of Patanjali (IV.1), the siddhis (extraordinary powers) are said to be achieved through two methods – by p…
The Bhagavad Gita, a 700-verse Hindu scripture that is part of epic Mahabharata, provides profound insights into overco…
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Atreyas, or Atreya Rishis, are sons or descendants of Sage Atri. Rishi Atri, who was one of the saptarishis (seven prog…
The idea of freedom is not an illusion, it comes from the very depths of our being, never from reason. Lower reason can…
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Children must be encouraged to question, reason, and learn things for themselves. Arthur Eddington once posed a questio…
Dakshinayana or Pitrayana is the nighttime of gods in Hinduism and it lasts for six months or till Makar Sankranti. In …
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Wednesday, June 26 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth day du…
Atmasamarpana is the complete surrendering of the self to the deity one worships. Atmasamarpana can be said to be commo…
The tale of the son of the Airavata elephant is narrated in the Krittibasi Ramayana, a Bengali adaptation of the ancien…
‘Prompted by what does a person indulge in sin, even against one’s wish, being forced as it were?’ Arjuna asks Bhagavan…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Tuesday, June 25 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Chaturthi tithi or the fourth day du…
The story of Bhima, the poor potter, is a testament to the transformative power of unwavering devotion and the miracles…
Two classes of people generally fail to discern: First, those who do not know what is good and what is bad, who cannot …
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, June 24 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Tritiya tithi or the third day during…
The tale of Tripura, an ancient city destroyed by the Hindu deity Shiva, is a fascinating myth from Hindu tradition. Ac…
The uniqueness of human beings lies in their discerning intellect, viveka, without which they would be no better than a…
Hindu religion is rich with stories that could be interpreted as encounters with extraterrestrial beings. While these i…
Mahesh Navami is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva and is mainly observed by the Maheshwari Community. Mahesh Navami 2024 da…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Saturday, June 22 2024 – It is Purnima tithi or the full moon day in Hindu calend…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Thursday, June 20 2024 – It is Shukla Paksha Trayodashi tithi or the thirteenth d…
Atisara in Ayurveda is an ailment characterized primarily by the passage of fluid excreta and urine and taken note by A…
"Ram Naam Satya Hai" is a Hindi phrase commonly associated with Hindu funerary rites in India. It translates …
Connecting all thoughts to God is a perfect way to overcome temptations. Raising counter-thought may be considered an i…
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Atindriya, literally, is the perception which is extra sensory or beyond senses. In Hinduism, Atindriya is also one of …
Hiranyakashipu, a powerful demon king in Hindu tradition, received a remarkable boon from Brahma after intense penance …
Patanjali says: ‘Vitarka-badhane pratipaksha-bhavanam; to obstruct thoughts which are inimical to yoga, contrary though…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Tuesday, June 18 2024 – It is Shukla Paksha Dwadashi tithi or the twelfth day dur…
Aticara is an astronomical parameter. This is a technical term in Hindu astronomy/astrology connoting the variation in …
The name "Vrikodara" is a significant epithet for Bhima, one of the Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata. The ter…
One can never control the sexual instinct — which has its roots deep within the psychophysical personality — through ph…
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The Hemachala Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, also known as the Mallur Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Mandir, is a revered Hin…
Some important physical aids to sublimation of urges including sexual urges. Avoidance of Frontal Attack on the Senses …
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Sunday, June 16 2024 – It is Shukla Paksha Dashami tithi or the tenth day during …
The Fire Pit (Dhuni) In Hinduism, a fire pit, known as a dhuni, plays a crucial role in various religious ceremonies an…
The concept of 84 lakh (8.4 million) yonis, or life forms, is a significant element in Hinduism, reflecting the intrica…
Yoga psychology recommends conscious suppression followed by sublimation of the sexual instinct, but never repression. …
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Atharva Veda Brahmanas are the portion of Atharva Veda describing rituals. Gopatha Brahmana is the only available Brahm…
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There is a special kind of vairagya (strong renunciation) by which we proceed speedily to the spiritual goal. What is i…
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Lahiri Mahasaya, born Shyama Chandra Lahiri in 1828, was a prominent Indian yogi and a key figure in the Kriya Yoga tra…
It may seem that if we are to practise vairagya (renunciation or detachment), we can expect a cold, hard, joyless life,…
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Sri Ramakrishna used to say: ‘The more you move eastward, the farther you are from the west.’ This is the secret to mak…
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Ashwini mudra is a term used in yoga. It is one of the 25 mudras mentioned in Gheranda Samhita, a 14th century text on …
Karma yoga is the path of work without attachment: the karma-yogi must work without craving for the results of that wor…
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In Hindu religion, Ashwamedha yajna is the famous horse ritual performed by the kings in ancient India for establishing…
The birth of Sage Agastya is steeped in mythological lore, rich with symbolism and divine intervention. According to Hi…
It is perhaps when we start trying to meditate that we first become aware of this habit of thinking in the same old lin…
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The concept of Jivanmukta in Hinduism refers to a state of liberation while still living, where an individual attains s…
Where does attachment come from? The Bhagavad Gita explains that merely by ‘thinking of objects, attachment for them gr…
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