Maha Prana – An Introduction: Maha Prana was discussed briefly in my two part blog on “The journey of the soul after death” (<click here to know more, if required) where I had mentioned how Maha Prana plays an important role in carrying the imprints of the past life. Now In this blog, we will […]
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Unique nature of Supreme Brahman and the Holographic Universe projected by it – In order to understand this, we will first briefly look at what is a Hologram in simple terms. Hologram is produced using light waves to create a virtual three dimensional image of an object on a two dimensional surface which is a
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The journey of the Soul: This is the second & final part of this blog that is divided into the following topics: Part 2 (Final): 5) Journey of the soul upon death – merger of the various elements. 6) Understanding the importance of Water & Fire during cremation rituals. 7) Conclusion 5) Journey of the
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The journey of the Soul or Jivatman after death is a two part blog which is divided into the following topics given below: Part 1: 1) Maha Prana or Chief Prana. 2) Karma. 3) Vasanas or Desires. 4) Evolution of Mankind. Part 2: 5) Journey of the soul upon death – merger of the various
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Sri Yantra – An Introduction: Yantra is an intricate geometrical diagram, symmetrical in design, which represents a particular Divinity or Deity who is the focus of our meditation. Yantra is usually composed of circles, triangles, squares, dots, lines & lotus petal shapes and each of them is has profound symbolism. Sri is a prefix used
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Shiva Lingam – in this final part, we discuss about Pillar or Column of Fire – “Lingodbhava” Iconography, Understanding 330 million Gods, Sahasra Lingam & 33 Main Gods, Is Shiva Lingam mentioned in Vedas? (Special reference to Skambha or Cosmic Pillar in Atharva Veda), Understanding the error made while chanting the famous Mahamrityunjaya Mantra &
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Shiva Linga means a “symbol or mark of Lord Shiva” and considered a symbol that refers to the Infinite or Absolute Reality. Absolute Reality is Infinite cannot be realized through human senses which are “Finite”. The word “Linga” has several meanings like distinguishing mark, symbol, source, gender, sign, phallus etc. The meaning of any Sanskrit
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Hindu Temple – Final Blog! Please read part 1 & 2 of my series on Hindu Temple. In this final part, I have covered “The Significance of Water & Fire in a Temple & “Invigorating the Five Senses” followed by a Conclusion on this subject. 4. The Significance of Water & Fire in a Temple
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This is the second part of my blog on Hindu Temple. Granite as the preferred choice of material for an Idol & the importance of Sound in a Temple are explained in great detail. 2. The “Power of Granite” & why it is the preferred choice of material for an Idol. When Idol worship began
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Introduction: India or Bharat is known as the land of Temples. The way of life of the follower of Sanatana Dharma has always been centered round the Hindu Temples and has a very deep significance. Apart from being known as a place of worship, Hindu Temples are also known for community gatherings, maintaining & showcasing
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Verses 10.90.8, 9 & 10: This is the Final Part of my blog on Purusha Suktam wherein Verses 10.90.8 to 10.90.16 are discussed. Please note all the 16 verses which are discussed in my three blogs on the subject are taken from Rig Veda, composed by Narayana Rishi. तस्मा॑द्य॒ज्ञात्स॑र्व॒हुत॒: सम्भृ॑तं पृषदा॒ज्यम् । प॒शून्ताँश्च॑क्रे वाय॒व्या॑नार॒ण्यान्ग्रा॒म्याश्च॒ ये
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In this portion of my blog, verses 10.90.2 to 10.90.7 are explained. Please note all the 16 verses which are discussed in my blog are taken from Rig Veda, composed by Narayana Rishi. Purusha Suktam also appears in Yajur Veda and some paragraphs also can be found in other scriptures too. Verse 10.90.2: पुरु॑ष ए॒वेदं
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Purusha Suktam – An Introduction: Purusha Suktam is one of the three important Hymns about creation found in the Rig Veda. Purusha Suktam is from Chapter 10.90 of Rig Veda, the oldest of the four Vedas and it offers insights into Purusha, the Cosmic Being & his divine expression. The other two Hymns, Nasadiya Sukta
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In my previous blog on The Four Yogas, we had discussed Bhakti & Jnana Yoga. This blog touches upon Karma & Hatha Yoga in fair detail. This completes all the Four Yogas of Bhakti, Jnana, Karma & Hatha Yogas. KARMA YOGA: Introduction: Karma in Sanskrit means ACTION (something that is done, a deed!). It means
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The FOUR YOGAS are 1) Bhakti Yoga 2) Jnana Yoga 3) Karma Yoga & 4) Hatha Yoga (which leads to Raja Yoga). In this Part 1 of 2 we will discuss Bhakti Yoga & Jnana Yoga. As explained in my previous blog on Jnana Mudra (<click here) the Causal Body consists of “Vasanas” which are
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Since all 4 Mahavakyas refer to the Supreme Brahman or Consciousness directly, we will also understand the significance of Jnana Mudra or Gesture of Knowledge (Jnana means “knowledge” and Mudra is “Hand gesture” or symbol) as this Mudra also symbolises merger with the Brahman. In my previous blog on “Pancha Bhutas or Five Elements”, apart
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4 Mahavakyas meaning “Great sentences or sayings”, summarise the wonderful principles of Vedanta. Vedas talk about the Cosmos and also the rites, customs & rituals used in worship of the Gods, as mentioned in my earleir blog on “Synopsis of Vedas”. Vedas are revelations made to our Rishis through Sruti (what is heard). Upanishads came
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AUM or the symbol ॐ represents the Supreme Brahman or the Supreme Self. AUM is a potent word-symbol used during meditation. AUM is also called “Pranava” derived from word Prana which means that which goes through “Prana” or breath or life force! During the Vedic period, Fire was used as idol to invoke the Gods.
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Cosmic dance of Lord Shiva is also known as the Cosmic Dance of Lord Nataraja. Nata means Dance and Raja is the King or Lord and hence “Nataraja” means the King of Dance. When Shiva performs this dance, he is called Nataraja. Dance cannot exist without a Dancer, but a Dancer can exist without dancing.
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Maya literally means not that. Ma means not and Ya means that and hence that which Is not! Vedanta is a philosophy that explores the nature of reality (Brahman) and the individual self (Jivatman). In this context of Vedanta, “Maya” therefore refers to the veiling power or the effect it creates to conceal the true
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In order to try and understand the Theory of Perception, we will first look at the meaning of both Subject & Object. Subject means the knower, perceiver or doer of an action. Object is the known, perceived or receiver of the action. If I am perceiving a mountain, then I am the perceiver or the
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Varna essentially means Color, Complexion, Appearance, Description etc. of people based on their Gunas or Qualities. Varna is popularly known by the word “Caste” which is derived from the Portuguese word “Casta”, meaning “race” or” lineage”. We will use the word Varna, as the word “Caste” is a foreign import. Our ANCIENT ancestors made these
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This blog is dedicated to 3 Vital Gunas, meaning innate nature, attribute or characteristics of a human being. Just as Spirit (Purusha) has three qualities – Sat (Absolute Existence/Truth) Chit (Thought Power/Consciousness) & Ananda (Bliss), Matter (Prakriti) has three qualities (Gunas) – Tamas, Rajas & Sattva. When the equilibrium of Prakriti is disturbed as it
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There are 3 states of consciousness: Waking, dreaming & deep sleep. Each is real, but each has a higher order of reality. Beyond these three states is the combined or UNITIVE state, called the FOURTH or “Turiya”. Entering this state is like waking up out of dream sleep: the individual passes from a lower level
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5 Koshas Human being is composed of 5 Koshas with the Supreme Self (Atman) at the core as shown in the diagram below: Kosha means material layers or sheaths. We will look at each of these Koshas in detail. Annamaya Kosha (Food Sheath): This is the gross physical body as it is nourished by food.
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What is Karma? Karma in Sanskrit means ACTION (something that is done, a deed!) It means what is done now will impact what will happen in future. The law of Karma states that every event is both a cause and effect. Every act has consequences of a similar kind, which in turn has further consequences
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GENETICS OF THE INDIAN POPULATION: This post is a continuation of my previous post Aryan Invasion & River Saraswati. This post discusses whether the Invasion caused an impact at all on the Indian population Genetics. DNA mapping is used to chart human migrations. But first we need to understand a few Genetic terms. I am
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Firstly, I reproduce below what ChatGPT conveys about the Aryan Invasion Theory. The Aryan Invasion Theory, also known as the Aryan Migration Theory or Indo-Aryan Migration Theory, is a historical hypothesis that was proposed in the 19th century to explain the origins of the Indo-Aryan people in the Indian subcontinent. This theory suggests that a
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Everything that is mobile & immobile is made up of Five Elements also called “Pancha Bhutas” in Sanskrit. The Five Elements are: Earth, Fire, Space, Water & Wind (Air). Apart from these Five elements, the other “Fives” are: Five Sense Organs (Jnanendriyas) are: Ears, Eyes, Nose, Mouth/Tongue & Skin. Five Objects of Perception (Tanmatras): Sound,
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This is in continuation of my previous blog; Brahman – Supreme Consciousness. The synonyms for Brahman & Matter can be understood as we look into the six Āstika (those who believe in the Brahman & Vedas) schools of Indian philosophy: Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Purva Mimamsa, and Uttara Mimamsa (or Vedanta). The other school is
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This blog describes the meaning of Brahman or the Supreme Consciousness – the basis of Vedanta in fair detail. Two examples are given to understand Brahman in simple terms.
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Vedas – Can we understand the Vedas as it is available today? Let us explore further.As mentioned earlier in my previous Blog on Synopsis on Vedas, language evolved from Vedic Sanskrit to Classical Sanskrit to Period of Bhāshya (where Sanskrit was no longer a spoken language). Veda is the Voice of God revealed in Vedic Sanskrit,
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I have presented a general outlook on the Vedas & how it evolved over different periods. It includes a brief on Brahmanas, Aranyakas, Upanishads & Sutra Literature
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This blog gives you a brief understanding of the Basics of Sanatana Dharma, also known as Hinduism.
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