The meditation has become very popular majorly due to enormous health benefits which includes mental disorders related to stress and some life style disorders. The Vedanta approach to the Mediation is unique which involves enquiry based analysis and intellectual understanding. Vedanta suggests to individuals to closely look into his/her routine experiences and then ask mostContinue reading “Vedanta philosophy of Meditation”
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Stumbling block for materialism in understanding consciousness
Recently, there is remarkable observation is taking place in the philosophy of mind including behaviorism and psychologism which is the approach used in materialism for understanding the consciousness is itself became a stumbling block. This is because science is about objectivity that’s work fine absolutely when studying objects but when we are studying the subjectContinue reading “Stumbling block for materialism in understanding consciousness”
‘Law of Karma’
When properly understood is a way to human free will This concept of karma and reincarnation axiomatic in different and diversified schools philosophy and religion in India except the materialist (Charuvakas). This is very profound philosophy. One can notice that Buddhist do not accept the existence of permanent self or soul and God and VedantistsContinue reading “‘Law of Karma’”
Truth of the Religion
From the perceptive of Vedanta As per the idea of Indian ancients, adding the idea of involution then the whole idea of evolution and involution taken together actually proves the truth of religion. How does it do so, the highest in the evolution like Christ man in Christianity or Buddha man in Buddhists and freeContinue reading “Truth of the Religion”
Ayurveda can be a reliable remedy for Corona now in India!!!
Clear hints recorded in AP state for its effectiveness on Corona The word ‘Ayurveda’ has derived out of fusion of two separate words- Áyu’ i.e. life and ‘veda’ i.e. knowledge. Thus in literal meaning Ayurveda is the science of life. Ayurveda is a classical system of preventive, promotive and curative healthcare originating from the VedasContinue reading “Ayurveda can be a reliable remedy for Corona now in India!!!”
Vedanta teachings to overcome fear
Right knowledge is the higher way to Triumph over Fear Sri Krishna says in Gita: ashochyaan anvashochastwam prajnaavaadaamshcha bhaashasegataasoon agataasoomshcha naanushochanti panditaah // 2.11 // Krishna says to Arjuna:You grieve for those who are not to be grieved for; and yet you speak words of wisdom! The learned do not grieve for the departed andContinue reading “Vedanta teachings to overcome fear”
The Power of Devotion to God
A way to freedom and fearlessness In Bhakti, one can experience total freedom from fear and worry. A devotee transcends worldly sorrows and pains. A pure devotee has no selfish desires, including the desire for liberation. Bhakti in one’s heart is kindled by the grace of the Guru, by being in the company of otherContinue reading “The Power of Devotion to God”
Need Self Discipline & Faith to defeat Virus
Practical self disciplines to come over Covid-19 We are all now facing great challenges and uncertainties due to Covid-19 and current situation in India especially Second wave of the Virus is causing more harm to health of the beings than earlier. In these times we all should hold our nerves and should not get panicContinue reading “Need Self Discipline & Faith to defeat Virus”
Swami Vivekananda Response to Epidemic in 1899
Lets relate to current Pandemic Responses and to improvise the Situation in India When the Plague first made its appearance in Calcutta in May 1898, Swamiji, along with other sannyasis including Swami Sadananda and Bhagini Nivedita wanted to start relief operations immediately to help the afflicted. The plague epidemic that seized Calcutta created mass hysteria. TheContinue reading “Swami Vivekananda Response to Epidemic in 1899”
Shankara Jayanthi – 17th May
Note: The content is drawn from Swami Sivananda article on Shankara Jayanthi of Divine Life Society, Rishikesh Religion is Realization Religion is realization; it is not mere learning—this is the divine message which stands deeply in the minds of every Hindu. This is not a mere fancy. This is not a mental conception. This isContinue reading “Shankara Jayanthi – 17th May”
