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How To
Choose Your Spiritual Guru? This articles helps you
know what to look for and what to avoid in selecting a spiritual
guru with enough common sense.
Atmabodha - Knowledge of Self By Adi Shankaracharya
English Translation of the Atmabodha, Knowledge of the Self, by
Sri Adi Shankaracharya.
Reflections On
Maya , The Illusion Of Things Is the world in which
we live is real or there is something else behind the visible
world? Find out what our scriptures say about the world in which
we live.
Distortions
in Indian History Dealing With Core Issues This article
analyses the distortions besetting Indian history and how they color
our perception of certain historical facts such as Rama's Bridge
and the dating of the epic Ramayana.
Mysticism
and the Saints of Maharashtra The mystic saints of
Maharashtra interpreted their mystical experiences and deeper of
states of ecstatic union with God in simple human terms and opened
a new chapter in Hindu mysticism. Read more about them in this article.
The Atheists and
Materialists of Ancient India This essay explains the
salient features of the Carvaka philosophy, a heterodox atheistic
school of thought that originated in ancient India prior to the
rise of Buddhism and played an important role in the development
of Indian philosophy.
Dhyana or Meditation
In Hindu Tradition This essays explores the practice
of dhyana or meditation in Hindu tradition, from a historical perspective,
based on the Hindu scriptures such as the Veda Samhitas, the Upanishads,
the Bhagavadgita and the Tantra shastras
Fate And
Free Will In Hinduism Is man a master of his life or
is he subject to the will of God? Find out how Hinduism approaches
this age old confusion about the individual actions, extraneous
forces and chance play in shaping the life upon earth.
The Early Western
Images Of Hinduism by European Historians A critical
analysis by Dr.Satish K. Kapoor of the studies in Indian history
by early European historians.
Hinduism
- The Faith Eternal This is an introductory essay on
the multidimensional aspects of Hinduism and part of a book that
is due for publication soon.
Laghu Yoga Vashishta,
The Shorter Yoga Vashishta, English Translation This
translation of Laghu Yoga Vashisht by Rishi Singh Gherwal deals
with many important concepts of Hinduism.
The Concept Of God
In Hinduism In The Context Of The Vedas And The Upanishads
The origin and development of the concept of God in Hinduism in
the context of the Vedas, Isa Upanishad and whether monotheism entered
Hinduism through Judaism or Christianity.
Aum, Om. Pranava and
Nada, Meaning and Symbolic Significance Find out the
history, meaning, significance and symbolism of the sacred word
Aum and its use in Hinduism and Buddhism.
Yoga's Best
Kept Secrets, Citta, Purusha, Prakriti And Liberation
A very comprehensive article which deals with such complex aspects
as the nature of citta, the concept of soul, the distinction between
Purusha and Prakriti and the true purpose of yoga
Symbolic Significance of the
Four Yugas or Great Epochs This article tries to make
an argument that symbolically these four ages represent the four
phases of involution during which men gradually became grosser in
their nature and lost awareness of their subtle bodies.
The Meaning
and Practice of Mindfulness - The Path To Ceto-Vimutti
: The meaning, purpose and the practice of mindfulness including
the advanced techniques used in Anapanasati and Satipattana to stabilize
the mind.
The Causes Of Fear,
The Types of Fear and Coping With Fears Find out what
causes fears, how they manifest in our lives and influence our behavior
and how we can deal with them effectively.
Samkhya Yoga And The
Power Of The Subconscious Find out how the knowledge
of the ancient Samkhya and Yoga philosophies is useful and relevant
in using the powers of the subconscious mind to manifest reality.
Hindu Manners, Customs
And Ceremonies - The Hindu Caste System Find out the
caste system and the social conditions prevailing in India nearly
200 years ago.
A Brief History Of The Soul According
To Hindu Tradition Find out how the individual souls
descend from the heights of Brahmalok into the depths of Nature.
A General Outline Of Stress
And Various Stress Related Issues Find out how stress
effects the conscious mind and the five stages of stress or emotional
health people experience.
The Seven Fundamental Teachings
of the Bhagavadgita These seven teachings sum up the
philosophy of the Bhagavadgita and help us progress eventually on
the path of devotion
The True Meaning Of Renunciation According To Hinduism
Find out the true meaning of renunciation according to Hinduism.
The Secret Code Of The Bhagavadgita
- A New Approach Because this book deals with the little
known aspects of the Bhagavad Gita, it might arouse incredulity,
anger and hostility in some readers who are not aware of its basis
and context.
The Master Key System by Charles F. Haanel
The Master Key System discusses the creative power of thought, the
deep connection between the world within or the mind and the world
without, the Universal Mind.
The Secret Of The Ages The Secret of the Ages
should be rightfully called the original of "The Secret." Those
who cannot afford to buy the latter, can conveniently go through
this work.
Maya,
The Grand Illusion Or The Delusion Of The Mind Find
out what maya means, why and how it arises and how it influences
your thinking, your actions and your life.
Hindu
Marriages Purpose And Signficance Find out the importance
of marriages in Hinduism and the ritual and spiritual roles of husband
and wife in a traditional Hindu family.
Symbolic
Significance of Hanuman, the Most Ancient Superman
Symbolic significance of Hanuman, devotee of Rama, as lower nature
and subtle bodies, especially the mind.
How To Manage Your
Negative Self-talk Find out how you can deal with your negative
self-talk and achieve success in your life.
Take Control Of Your
Life Through Affirmations When you feel you are stuck in
your life or not making any progress, you can change your thoughts
and your life with the techniques discussed in this article.
The True Meaning of Spiritualism
Find out what is the true meaning of spiritualism and how to identify
a truly spiritual person.
Suggestions For Setting
SMART Lifetime Goals Find out why goals are important in
your life and how you can set SMART goals to challenge yourself
and find fulfillment in your life.
Exercise, Weight loss,
Physical Fitness and Nutrition Find out types of exercise
and the benefits and importance of doing regular exercise.
Guru Nanak Dev: This article
is about the life and teachings of Guru Nanakji, the founder of
Sikhism and how they are relevant today in our modern world.
Simple Truths About
The Buddhist Practice of Meditation Even if you are not
a Buddhist, this essay helps you make the best use of Buddhist meditation
practices and benefit from its immense value.
Empower Yourself
By Accepting Full Responsibility For You Life Learn the
importance of taking control of your life and assuming full responsibility
for everything that happens in your life.
Relax With Yoga
A short but comprehensive guide to the practice of western Raja
Yoga, with few illustrations of yogic asanas. It provides very useful
and practical tips on the practice of Raja Yoga.
Bring Concentration
Into Your Daily Life Right Now and Right Here Find out how
you can bring the practice of concentration to your daily life and
experience life in its totality.
Asuras and Daevas
the Indo Iranian Connection Learn about the traces
of ancient Indian traditions in the Iranian religions and how the
subsequent developments in Persia led to the relegation of some
vedic deities.
The Historical
Context of The Bhagavad Gita The author argues that the
Bhagavad Gita was an attempt to reconcile the Sankhyya philosophy
with the Vedanta doctrine.
The Art of
Money Getting or Golden Rules for Making Money Though
published in 1880, the principles discussed in this book are still
relevant today in making money and creating wealth.
Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali
Translation By Charles Johnston Verse by verse translation
of the entire Yogasutras of Patanjali with separate introduction
for each section.
India in Primitive Christianity
This books deals with the question of the similarities between the
Buddha and Jesus Christ and elements of Saiva-Buddhism in primitive
Christianity.
The Three Jewels of Jainism
- Vows and Rules For the Monks and the Laity Find
out the three jewels, five types of knowledge and the 12 vows prescribed
for the followers of Jainism
Essential Concepts and Beliefs
of Jainism Find detailed information on some important
concepts of Jainism such as Jiva, Ajiva, Space, Time, Dharma, Karma,
Liberation etc.
The History, Practice,
Benefits and Types of Yoga: Know the historical basis and
benefits of yoga with specific reference to the Ashtanga Yoga of
Patanjali Yogasutras
Minor Upanishads:
Translation of 22 minor Upanishads are presented here with introduction
to each.
Akbar, Emperor of India:
Akbar the son of Humayun was perhaps the greatest of the Indian
emperors, with a vision that was far ahead of his times. Know about
him from this comprehensive biographical sketch.
The Concept of Kala or Time
in Hinduism: The concept of time in Hinduism is based on
our own experience of time. Find out how.
History of Saivism, Lord
Siva in Vedic Literature and Recorded History Find out the
antecedents of Saivism and worship of Lord Siva in ancient India
The Meaning, Definition and
Origin Of The Word Hindu: Find out how the word "Hindu"
came into existence because of a pronunciation problem.
Understanding Our
Attachments And The Practice of Non-Attachment: Find out
how our thoughts and actions are influenced by our attachments and
how we can cultivate non-attachment.
Conquering Fears Through
Mindfulness: Find out what fear is, what causes it, the
spiritual dimension of fear and how you can learn to deal with it
through mindfulness and detachment.
The Religious Beliefs of the Indus
Valley People: Who were the Indus people? What were their
religious beliefs? And what was their legacy? Find out.
The Art of Seeing
Things As They Are: The author presents a view point on
pure observation based on a Zen story.
An Important Lesson
From the Mahabharat During the preparations for the war,
Duryodhana made one important decision, which cost him dearly. Find
out what it is and what we can learn from it.
The Practice of
Brahmacharya or Celibacy in Human Life: The author discusses
the importance of the practice of Brahmacharya or Celibacy by students
and married people.
The Soul, The Ego
and The Process of Liberation: Find out how the soul becomes
entangled with the ego personality and how the process can be reversed
through yoga and the help of a guru.
The Story of
Brahma, Gods, Demons and the Humans: Find out what advise
Brahma gave to his three offspring and why it is relevant for us.
The Story
of Gods, Demons and the Soul: This story from the Briahdaranyaka
Upanishad about gods and demons contains an important lesson to
learn. Find out.
The Soul and the
Mind: Learn to know the distinction between the two and
how you can overcome the limitations of your mind to become soul
centric.
Supreme
Personality According to the author of this etext, your
Psychic Nature possesses limitless power and possibilities, which
you may have as life realities.
Hinduism And The Law of Karma
Find out the types of karma and how the effects of karma can be
neutralized in your life.
The Future of Hinduism
Find out the strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities for
Hinduism to survive as a world religion in future and the role we
can play in it.
Fate, Freewill and Fatalism
in Hinduism Find out how Hinduism approaches fate and freewill
in contrast to the popular notion.
Suffering According to
the Bhagavadgita Find out how the Bhagavadgita analyzes
the problem of suffering and suggests spiritual solutions.
Virtue and Morality in
World Religions, The Importance of Righteous Living Find
out whether morality and religion are inter related or they can
exist independently
The Four Universal Truths
About Suffering Find out these four universal truths about
suffering. They are not about Buddhism.
The Great Systems
of Yoga Find our what yoga is, the whole field, not just
a particular aspect of yoga.
Achieving Success
Through Self Actualization Know the secrets of successful
people and how effectively they use their goals to express themselves.
Hinduism and Education
: Know the merits and demerits of ancient gurukula system and how
students pursued education in ancient India under rigorous conditions.
Hinduism and Divorce
The the problem of divorce in Hinduism from theological and legal
stand points.
Ashrama Dharma in Hinduism,
Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha, Sanyasa Significance
and symbolism of the ashrama dharma and its relevance in today's
world
Hinduism and Islam, A Comparison
of Beliefs and Practices A comparative study of Hinduism
and Islam and the process of reconciliation and integration..
A Comparative Study of
Middle Path In Eastern Religions Find out how the
principle of moderation is reflected in different eastern religions.
The Unity of Life and
The Realization of Self Find out the cryptic messages of
unity in diversity left by nature in our creation and how our uniqueness
is both an asset and an obstacle to our self-realization.
The Spiritual Laws of
Human Life Why it is difficult to manifest them in our lives.
Definition and Distinguishing
Features of Hinduism Know why Hinduism eludes a definition
and what God expects from India.
Appreciating Ourselves
and Others, Lessons in the Art of Appreciation Know why
appreciating yourself and appreciating others is important for the
greater good and your own happiness.
Death and Afterlife in Hinduism
Know why Hinduism does not consider atonement of sin or attainment
of heaven as a permanent solution to the problem of death.
Aspects, Emanations,
Incarnations and Forms of God in Vaishnava Tradition Know
about the many forms of God and why worshipping God in his image
form is so important.
The Ancient Sect That
Disappeared For Ever: Find out about this ancient India
sect that disappeared forever from the face of the earth crushed
by the weight of politics and prejudice.
The Ancient Forms of Siva
in Vedic, Dravidian and Tribal Traditions Siva is one of
the most ancient gods of Hinduism. Find out in how he was worshipped
in the ancient world.
The History, Antiquity
and Chronology of Hinduism Was India the cradle of human
civilization? How old is Hinduism? The author attempts to trace
the history of Hinduism from 7000 BC till the emergence of greater
Hindu empires.
The Historical Origin of Lord
Krishna, the Incarnation of Vishnu This excerpt from a book
attempts to trace the historical origin of the legend of Lord Krishna
Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha,
the Four Purusharthas The author discusses how the four
aims contribute to a richer and fuller life in which there is a
place for the pursuit of both material and spiritual values.
Goddesses, Energies and Divinities
of Hinduism in our Inner Universe Know the symbolic significance
of female divinities and their vehicles and weapons.
Beware the Gods are
Here This article explains the various forms in which gods
exist in creation as the highest beings and our inner divinities
and how they help us and protect us in our spiritual journey.
God and Self and Their Relationship
in Hinduism This article attempts to explain the
relationship between God and individual soul according to
the Upanishads.
Concepts of Hinduism,
Nonviolence, Ahimsa Theological, spiritual and practical
aspects of nonviolence in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism and its
use by Mahatma Gandhi as a political strategy
Hinduism and Christianity
Hinduism and Christianity are compared and contrasted with a note
on the possible connection between Jesus and India.
The Concept
of Brahman As Priest and As Supreme Self This article
traces the origin and development of the concept of Brahman and
his symbolic association with vedic rituals.
The Practice of Satsang
in Modern Life The importance of satsang in spiritual
life and how it can be practiced in modern life.
The Vedanta Philosophy
According to Shankara and Ramanuja Find out how Shankara
and Ramanuja differ in their interpretation of the Upanishads.
The Vedangas- Siksha,
Chhanda, Vyakarana, Nirukta, Jyotisha and Kalpa Find out
how the Vedangas played an important role in preserving the vedic
tradition.
The Hymns
of the Atharvaveda : English translation of the entire Atharvaveda
Veda by Ralph T.H. Griffith [1895-96]
Hinduism and caste system
A comprehensive treatment of the subject of caste system covering
the origin and development, advantages and disadvantages and its
relevance in modern society
Hymns of White Yajurveda, Book 1 to Book 20 The
translation of the Samhitâ of the White Yajurveda from Book 1 to
Book 20
Samkhya and Yoga
in Hinduism and Buddhism The author discusses how
this ancient school of though impacted Hinduism and Buddhism in
the past
The Philosophy of Nyaya
and Vaisheshika An exposition of the Nyaya of Gautama
with its supplement the Vaisheshika.
Online Fax
Services to Send, Receive and Broadcast Faxes Information
about the services that will help you send and receive fax
messages digitally.
Mahavakya, Tat Tvamasi, You are Self or the Highest
Being : The context, historical background and meaning
of the great
saying and its practical application
The Origin and Development
of Siddhas and Siddha Tradition According to Tamil or Sangam
literature
The Radhasoami Satsang,
History, Philosophy and Teachings History, philosophy
and teachings of the sect.
The History, Teachings
and Philosophy of Swaminarayan Sect Facts about the
sect that has nearly 200 years of history.
Sectarian Movements, Traditions
and Sects of Hinduism Find a list of modern sectarian
movements within Hinduism and how they helped Hinduism to meet the
challenges of changing times.
The History, Religious
Significance and Temples of Mathura and Vrindavan
In its long and checkered history of 5000 years, read how the fortunes
of Mathura ebbed and flowed.
A Complete
Guide to Search Engines, Directories and Meta Search Tools
Know how search engines work and how to search for relevant information
on the web using these tools.
Shedding Light on Atman,
the True Self What is Self? Is it the mind or something
different. Find out what true self is.
The Yoga philosophy
A comprehensive approach to the theory and practice of yoga
philosophy
Traces of the Mahabharat
in Sangam Literature Find out the traces of the Mahabharat
in the ancient Tamil literature popularly known as “Sangam literature.
The Role of Asceticism
in the Development of Hinduism According to the author without
ascetic sects Hinduism would not have survived the challenges posed
by religions such as Buddhism, Jainism, Islam and Christianity.
Advaita Vedanta
As It Exists Ontology, the topic of the current discussion,
is that discipline that demands an answer to the questions "What
does it mean for something to Exist…for something to Be?"
Techniques to Boost
Your Self-Esteem For Success and Achievement Self-esteem
is all about feeling good about yourself and your achievements.
You can achieve it by changing your mindset, accepting yourself
unconditionally,
Planning Your Vacation
and Creating a Travel Checklist Make your vacation memorable
with these suggestions.
Rites and Rituals
in Hindu tradition, Marriage, Cremation, Birth and Death
A comprehensive essay on the sacraments of Hindu tradition. A must
read if you want to know the practical aspects of Hindu way of life.
Sage Agasthya in
Hindu Myths and Puranas Sage Agasthya occupies a prominent
place in Hindu tradition as the first rishi who crossed the Vindhyas
and went to south to spread the Vedic religion.
The Significance of
Animals in Hinduism and Hindu Ceremonies A comprehensive
essay on the history, significance and status of animals in Hinduism
as divinities, symbols and vehicles of gods and goddess
The Sankhya Philosophy
of Kapila This is a an outstanding lecture by VR Gandhi
on Sankhya Philosophy delivered in 1893 before an American audience.
The Best Ways to
Handle Anger, according to the author, is neither by expressing
it nor suppressing it
The Values of Discipline,
Hard Work and Virtue in Success How you
build your life depends upon what you do with it. Your success,
your achievements, your happiness, your goals, your friendships
depend upon these.
Bharata or India According
to Indian Astronomers According to the author based on astronomical
evidence the epic Mahabharata was composed around around 3102 BCE.
The Buddha's Discourse
on the End of the World The Buddha describes how
the seven suns will appear in the sky and the earth will disappear
in a fiery mass of flame.
Mahavakya - I am
Brahman, Aham Brahmasmi The statement "aham brahmasmi" does
not vouch that "Atman (self) is Brahman", but "I am Brahman".
The Pros and Cons of the Theory
of Aryan Invasion into India An analysis of the pros and
cons of the theory of Aryan invasion of the Indian subcontinent.
Mahavakya - Brahman
is Knowledge Properly meditated upon, this mahavakya
will be very useful in stabilizing the mind upon Brahman
The History and Antiquity
of Varanasi The rise and all of Varanasi in its 4000
years of checkered history.
The History and Tradition
of the Vedas: The divine origin of the Vedas, the shruti
tradition, the politics of compromise and confrontation with native
traditions, the organization of the Vedas and the significance of
the Vedas.
The Hindu Theories
of Creation Find here a very comprehensive treatment of
the various theories of creation in Hinduism.
The Significance of
Food in Hindu Tradition Annam means food. According
to Hindu scriptures, annam is a form of Brahman (annam parabrahma
swaroopam).
Ashtravakra, the
Composer of Ashtavakragita Ashtavakra was a famous scholar
of early Vedic period who composed The Ashtavakra Gita which is
considered to be a standard work on advaita vedanta or theory of
monism, According to tradition he was born to Kahoda
The Advaita Vedanta
the Experience of Oneness Many religions that we know including
the atheistic religions such as Jainism and Buddhism are dualistic.
So are Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Christianity and Islam.
Symbolic Significance of Numbers in
Hinduism According to the author the numbers in Hinduism
serve the purpose as idols in worship and meditation and help the
seeker in his or her spiritual progress.
Becoming Aware of
Jiddu Krishnamurthy Jiddu Krishnamurthy lived form moment
to moment, without the conflict of choice and recognition, with
total awareness and understanding, and free from the compulsions
of the mind that is accustomed to conditioning and need for security.
The Mahayana Buddhism
Main features, history, chronology and decline of Mahayana Buddhism
Was Bhakti Movement
Anti Women? Modern scholars have perceived, conceived, debated
and interpreted Bhakti movement differently – reactionary (implying
diehard, retrogressive, regressive), sectarian (conveying partisan,
cultist, non-conformist)...
Three steps of
Manifesting: The three steps of manifesting the things which
you desire are thought, word, and deed-three simple steps which
get complicated when you try to put them into action.
Symbolism of Nataraja:
According to the author the image of Nataraja is an iconic representation
of the whole of Saiva Siddhanta School of Saivism
Aspects of Lord Siva Lord
Siva has four aspects corresponding to the four main functions and
principles he represents. These are...
The Yoga with its eight limbs:
The enemies to this Yoga are six; and they are lust, anger, greed,
ignorance, vanity and jealousy. The Yogis attain the Yoga when they
become able to destroy these six enemies by practicing the accompaniments
to Yoga.
Self-Growth Process
When Everything Falls Apart : One of the major parts of
self-growth is learning how to look inside yourself and get clear
about certain things. Most often, this involves recognizing and
dissolving inner blockages...
Pirates of the Internet:
There are some websites on the Internet managed by people who
have no hesitation in copying information form other websites illegally
and display them on their websites. Interestingly some of these
websites are managed by religious institutions and people supposed
to maintain high moral values and ethical standards.
Intention, Attention
and Manifestation : Planets use their gravitational force
to keep things together and stay in equilibrium. In life we use
the power of love to attract things and hold on to them. It is an
awesome power we all possess in equal degree. We can use it positively
and unconditionally to achieve our goals and dreams.
Nine Simple Steps
How a Lady Gets Her Book Published Do you have a personal
story you want to share in a book? Do you write your experiences
in your journal? Do you dream of more happiness? Publishing a book
is a great start.
Achieving Abundance
Through the Law of Expansion: I stumbled across the law
of expansion accidentally more than 20 years ago, when I was working
with a client to improve her financial situation...
Bio Mechanical aspects of
the UFOs: With so much information in circulation about
UFO encounters and extra terrestrials that even the most skeptical
person finds it difficult to ignore the evidence supporting their
existence. Equally hard is to argue that every one who claims
to have seen an UFO or extra terrestrial is faking it.
How to spot a Jerk
It‘s the single life for me as well as many others who haven’t found
“the one” yet. Being the second time around for many singles, we
need to be careful with who we spend our time. It’s too bad we don‘t
have a handbook to follow on how to spot a jerk.
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10 Reasons
why people don't live a prosperous life: If it were easy,
everyone would do it; everyone would have it. That "IT" is prosperity
and we're all trying to achieve that stage in our lives where wealth,
health, success are a daily part of our lives. So what's the problem?
Why aren't some of us living a prosperous life?
Read on, my friends...
The Gift
of Visualization :The third spiritual step* in manifesting
miracles and attracting all that you desire into your life entails
using the gift of visualization. Visualization is our god-given
ability to paint a mental picture of what we desire. As Aristotle
said, the soul never thinks without a picture.
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Why should we eat only
vegetarian food ? : In spiritualism we often come across
this fundamental question. Why should any one eat only vegetarian
food? There are arguments and counter arguments about what we should
and should not eat. Some people argue that it does not matter what
you eat as long as you are leading a pure life and do not have craving
for a particular kind of food.
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