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Lord Ganesha SymbolisationSri Ganapati-Vinayaka-Part I

Lord Shiva's first son is described as the Supreme Leader (Vinayaka) or as the Leader of the "Ganas" (Ganapati) who attends upon and follows at all times Lord Shiva, or as the Lord of all obstacles (Vighneswara). These names clearly show
Exploiting NatureNature Is Our Own Echo-Part II

Continued From Part I Our culture has been to worship Nature, living in total harmony with her. In the final analysis it is this attitude that will be the winner. The message is very clear. Do not exploit Nature. Give
Nature, HinduismNature is Our Own Echo!-Part I

We learn from the media, as well as one's own experiences that there is a great deal of pollution in the world today. The environment has become highly polluted. Even in advanced society like America, at a few places people find
Prostration, ChinmayanandaPada Puja : Its Significance-Part III

Continued From The Part IIRemembering the EssenceIn contrast, look at the tradition here in India, soaked in the Vedantic truth. As soon as I meet you, first we remember that the essence behind you, the pure Consciousness and the essence behind
Pada Pooja, Swami ChinmayanandaPada Puja : Its Significance-Part II

Continued From Part IFriends, don't think you are worshiping my feet during this Padapuja. I am lending them to you for the time being! My personal experience may be unpleasant because my feet tickle when a devotee washes them but I
Pada Puja, HinduismPada Puja : Its Significance by Swami Chinmayananda

All ritualism in every religion is nothing but a dramatization of Vedantic truths, be it in the temples or in the yajnasala, be it a homa or a puja with flowers. Not only in Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, or Buddhism, in every
Modern Youth, SpiritualtiyHow Do Modern Youth Define Spirituality?

Different people have different views about spirituality. Here is a study which reveals how modern youth define spirituality. Youth describe spirituality with regards to positive expressions, feelings and relationships says an American study.The study revealed the results of the analysis of
Ganga Dusshera, River GangesA Holy Dip During Ganga Dusshera

To commemorate the birth of Holy Ganga river, Ganga Dusshera, devotees take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges at different places.Devotees indulge in the holy dip to seek the blessings of Mother Ganges to purge themselves of their sins,
Assumed Identity, True NatureOur True Nature-Part II

Assumed Identity Continued From Part I In the process of discovering our true nature, if we consider ourselves as the body, there is something else remaining apart from the body. For example, we involuntarily say “My head,” “My
True Nature, Who Am I?Our True Nature? Lets Take An Inner Dive

Having tossed and turned voluntarily in the mechanical humdrum, the real fragrance of life is missed out. What is that which is the real fragrance of life, which indefinitely enlivens life with its freshness? It could be a bit
Thought ProcessHow Thoughts Work

Have we ever stopped to think what our mind is? Or rather what our mind stuff is, though engaging it throughout the day with various activities from dawn to dusk?Our mind is basically made up of thoughts. Thoughts have a different
Mindful Walking, MeditationPeace With Pace-How To Do Mindful Walking

Do you feel that you are almost an automaton? Caught up in the mechanical way of life?Looking for a way that is more natural and easy to de-stress? Finding it difficult to sit for meditation?Can you believe that your routine
Spiritual steps to De-stressSimple Spiritual Steps To De-stress

The modern days have brought with it as a part of its package, stress! Yet most of us are unable to let go off the rat race as it has become the part and parcel of our lives. Here are few
Modern Man SorrowSorrows Of Modern Man-Part II

Continued From Part I In his day to day life, man also finds it very difficult since he has so many goals set to be achieved This leads not only to stress but also unhappiness as the person is attached
Modern ManSorrows Of Modern Man-Part I

Man's evolution to the present form of our materialistic society is a result of our innate tendency for change.In the days of the yore, this urge was channelised by scientists-Rishis who studied the experiences of life and how best they can
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