What daily habit do you do that improves your quality of life?
Surya Namaskar, the graceful sequence of yoga postures, pays homage to the sun’s vital energy.
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The Wisdom of the Upanishads: Series-(1)
In the heart of the Upanishads lies a quest for the ultimate truth that transcends the transient world.
What strategies do you use to maintain your health and well-being?
Moderation and Balance: Non-dualism advocates for moderation in all aspects of life, including diet, exercise, and rest.
What bothers you and why?
With age, I have understood that only possessiveness has bothered me much. Whether it is my name, fame, my relationship, my wealth, and my worldly belongings. Possessiveness bothers me mostly. Because this is fundamentally a fear of loss. Finally when I got a blow from one of my possessions, my… Read More »What bothers you and why?
Desires. I would let go off for the sake of harmony
What could you let go of, for the sake of harmony?
Brahma Sutras – A Comprehensive Study: Part-1
The Brahma Sutra provides a systematic and comprehensive synthesis of the diverse philosophical concepts and teachings found in the Upanishads.
What Is Non-Duality? Advaita Vedanta and the Meaning of Oneness
Non-duality invites us to recognize the wholeness of our being. It points to the completeness and inherent perfection that exists within each moment and within us.
Adi Sankaracharya Jayanti:2023
O Deluded mind!
Give up your list to amass wealth.
Give up such desires from your mind and take up the path of righteousness…….BHAJA GOVINDAM
Blessing In Disguise: My personal experience: No-1
Blessings in disguise are the unexpected gifts that life bestows upon us, disguised as challenges or setbacks, but ultimately leading us to greater growth and understanding.
Why do I study Upanishads?
Vairagya is a state of mind that allows one to free themselves from the chains of materialism and find inner peace and happiness.
All-Absorbent Meditation
All-Absorbent Meditation is a term from the ancient Indian spiritual tradition of Vedanta. It refers to a practice of meditation that involves focusing the mind on the ultimate reality or truth behind all things and experiencing a state of pure consciousness in which the individual self merges with the Universal… Read More »All-Absorbent Meditation
World Happiness Day-2023: A note on spiritual perspective.
When we realize our true nature, we no longer identify with the limited and impermanent aspects of ourselves, and we are no longer bound by the cycle of birth and death. Instead, we experience lasting happiness, peace, and fulfilment, which are not dependent on external circumstances.
World Sleep Day 2023: A note on spiritual perspective:
World Sleep Day 2023 is on March 17th. World Sleep Day is an annual event that is celebrated on the Friday before the Spring Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. The day aims to raise awareness about the importance of sleep and the impact that sleep has on overall health and… Read More »World Sleep Day 2023: A note on spiritual perspective:
A TALK SHOW ON VEDANTA
I had a blissful time by presenting a brief introduction on Upanishads (#Vedanta) in a club house at Bangalore City in India It was an awesome event with all aspirants to know about the Highest knowledge. Few photos are taken by organising team
Ancient story: Sage Uddalaka and his son Shvetaketu~PART-1
In the beginning, there was “Existence alone”, mere Being, one without a second. Some say there was mere nothing, nothing whatsoever; that everything has come out of nothing.
A Brief Note on Ten Principal Upanishads.
Vedanta is an investigation to find out who or what we are? When we will realize that we are not limited to this body of flesh and blood, but we are immortal Awareness.
The Mantras of Isha Upanishad- Part-2
The Self [ the atman] is everywhere, without a Body, without a shape, whole, pure, unpierced by evils, wise, all knowing, far shining, self depending, all transcending, functions and duties are allotted by HIM alone to the Creator for eternity.
My journey through Books: Part-3 ~A Quantum Touch
I realised that there is a mechanism where Higher Intelligence works inside our body and mind and it is connected to Universal Mind.
The Essence of Isha Upanishad- Part-1
How can he feel delusion and grief who sees oneness (Non-Duality) alone everywhere. He who sees all beings and forms in the Self, he alone really sees.
Awareness: The Ultimate Truth
Awareness: IT is That which is Absolute, fills all space, is complete in Itself, to which there is no second and which is continuously present in everything, in every being and everywhere. It is homogeneous in nature. It is known as “Brahman in Vedanta”
Bhumaiva Sukham: Infinite Bliss in Chandogya Upanishad
भूमैव सुखं : “Bhumaiva Sukham”: 1) That which is Infinite is true Happiness. 2) There is no Happiness in anything finite. 3) The Infinite alone is Happiness.
Essence of ChAndogya Upanishad: Part-7C
Only when one becomes full of steadfastness (devotion), then can one be full of faith. Without Steadfastness, no one can have faith.
Only when one is given to Action, then can one be full of Steadfastness. No, without action, one can not have steadfastness.
Mahavakyas of Advaita Vedanta: The Ultimate Non-Dual Wisdom
IT is That which is Absolute, fills all space, is complete in Itself, to which there is no second and which is continuously present in everything, in every being and everywhere. It is homogeneous in nature.
Essence of ChAndogya Upanishad: The Universe: Part-7B
When man becomes powerful (gains great strength), he rises (gains spiritual power); as he rises, he serves (Karma Yoga). as he serves, he associates with wise (Discipleship), he sees, hears (Sravana), thinks (Manana), knows (Nididhyasana), acts (intense Tapas), and he realizes (Attains Self).
Essence of ChAndogya Upanishad: Part-6B of 6
In sleep, you get into yourself, you enter yourself, you become yourself, and know nothing but yourself. This is sleep. You have withdrawn yourself from all outside connections and relationships.
Essence of ChAndogya Upanishad: Part-6A of 6
In the beginning, there was “Existence alone”, mere Being, one without a second. Some say there was mere nothing, nothing whatsoever; that everything has come out of nothing.
Katha Upanishad Conclusion – Final Teachings
He can not be known through Discourse, nor through speech, nor through mind, nor through the eye can It be attained. Apart from Him who speaks of It as ” He Exists” finds Him. How can a man who does not believe so find Him?
The Inner Self Who Shines: Katha Upanishad
When He shines, everything shines after HIM; by His light, all these Shine!” One Supreme Ruler is the inner Self of all; This one quality appears in all individuals. The wise realize Him in their own hearts.
Nature of Atman in Katha Upanishad
Knowing the Truth, that the Individual Self, the eater of the fruit of action, is the Universal Self, maker of past and future, knows that he has nothing to fear.
Story of “King Janasruti and Raikva, a cart puller”
” O King! Have neither pride nor vanity for the charities that you dispense. Go thou, great king, to thy palace. Give but not pride. Give generously but not with egotism.
Overview of the Prashna Upanishad – Essence of the Six Questions
“He who knows the sources and power of Life, how it enters, where it lives, how it divides itself into five, how it is related to the Self, attains immortality; yes! attains immortality”
Essence of Prashna Upanishad Second Question
Prana dwelling in the body is like a King (Prajapati)and the sense organs are like his Subjects. Offerings are token of love, reverence and respect to another. By Prana are all senses and mind supported.
Essence of Prashna Upanishad First Question
The message out of this lesson is that it is the same life-principle in all creatures. There is no longer the individualistic view of life. Life is one; that there is one universal Life-force, and it manifests through all life forms. The Sun is indeed Prana, life, Energy.
What is Consciousness?
” O Rama ! The world is nothing but a mere vibration of Consciousness in space. It seems to Exist even as a Goblin seems to exist in the eyes of the ignorant. All this is But Maya. For here there is no contradiction between the infinite Consciousness and the… Read More »What is Consciousness?
What is Consciousness?
Consciousness is that, in which all experiences appear. It is that with which all experience is known and it is that out of which all experiences are made.
Those Books that changed the direction of my life-Part-1
The book bridges the gap between the metaphysical insights of the Upanishads and the empirical discoveries of quantum theory, offering a holistic understanding of reality.
The Story of Satyakama Jabala — A Lesson from the ChAndogya Upanishad
Discover the inspiring Story of Satyakama Jabala from the Chandogya Upanishad, where truthfulness and dedication lead to self-realization. Explore his spiritual journey, Vedantic wisdom, and the path to enlightenment.” Brahman is realized by knowing the Self, which is our True nature. This is Supreme knowledge known as Brahma Vidya
Essence of Chandogya Upanishad: Part-1A
He who, knowing it, adores this imperishable Udgitha, becomes the solicitor. This is worship. Praising OM has a threefold reward: relating to the Body(Adhyatma), relating to animals (adhibhuta), and relating to the elements(adhidaiva)
Essence of Aitareya Upanishad: Part-B
He having realized oneness with Pure Consciousness, soared from this world and having obtained all desires in yonder heavenly world, became immortal! Yes immortal.
Essence of Taittiriya Upanishad – Bhrigu Valli :
The Reality in the core of man and the Reality in the Sun is one and the same. I am Self- luminous like the Sun.
Who knows this, knows Brahman, Knows The Supreme.
Essence of Aitareya Upanishad: Part-A
Atman includes everything and everyone. It is the Total of all created beings, and so it is called Brahman. The ultimate in us is Atman. The ultimate in the cosmos is Brahman. Atman is Brahman. There can not be anything other than this Universal Reality.
Essence of Taittiriya Upanishad- Brahmananda Valli-Part-1B
He who lives in Man, He who lives in the Sun are one. He who knows this spiritual joy, mind cannot grasp, nor tongue speak, fears nothing.” “He who knows this, cries goodbye to the world, goes beyond elemental Self, living Self, thinking Self, knowing Self, joyous Self.
Essence of Taittiriya Upanishad- Brahmananda Valli-Part-1A
“Satyam jnanam anantam Brahman” which means “The knower of “BRAHMAN” attains the Supreme”. BRAHMAN is Truth, knowledge and Infinity, which is our own very Self, the Atman.
Essence of Taittiriya Upanishad – Sheeksha Valli : Part-1A
OM! , Whose form is manifold, and the Essence of Vedas, revealed in Vedas, revealed in the world, sprung from immortality! Lord, fill me with intelligence, that I may grasp immortality!
Higher Knowledge in Mundaka Upanishad
From HIM arise oceans, rivers, mountains, herbs and their properties. And in the middle of the elements is the innermost Self. HE is the inmost Self of all.
Essence of Prashna Upanishad: The Third Question:
“He who knows the sources and power of Life, the Prana, how it enters, where it lives, how it divides itself into five, how it is related to the Self, attains immortality; yes attains immortality”
Prana as a whole is composed of five Pranas (prana, udana, vyana, samana, apana.
The Divine Art
The Universe is a vast painted picture: Sacchidanand Brahman associated with power of Maya is termed as Ishwara.
Essence of Katha Upanishad Part 3 – The Path Beyond Death
Absence of knowledge brings fear of Death. With vidya( knowledge), people become fearless. Knowing this knowledge, people will welcome Lord of Death, Yama, not repel Him. He who knows the soundless, odourless, tasteless, intangible, formless, deathless, supernatural, unchangeable Reality, springs out of the mouth of Death
Sreyas and Preyas in Katha Upanishad
Atman, smaller than the small, greater than the great, is hidden in the hearts of all living creatures. A man who is free from desires beholds the majesty of the Self through tranquility of the senses and the mind and becomes free from grief.
Katha Upanishad Prathama Valli
Out of fire(Agni) arises all that exists in the Universe. Mastering this, one gains mastery over any field of human activity, and acquires whatever one desires in terms of worldly prosperity and power.
Essence of Kena Upanishad
I am the Consciousness. I am the witness of the Body and Mind. This Consciousness self, this pure subject, is not an object. It cannot be known. I AM always Awareness, Consciousness, not something else.
What is Joy?-part-3 (concluding part)
What is Joy? — Part 3 (Concluding Part) This is the final part of the series on what is joy. In the earlier articles, we explored how Vedanta defines joy as something far deeper than pleasure. If you haven’t yet read the first two parts, you may begin with Part… Read More »What is Joy?-part-3 (concluding part)
What is Joy in Vedanta – Part 2
The oneness of Soul and GOD, the ultimate Truth is the principal essence of Vedanta philosophy.
What is Joy? Part-1
He who lives in Man, He who lives in the Sun are one. He who knows this spiritual joy, mind cannot grasp, nor tounge speak, fears nothing.”
“He who knows this, cries goodbye to the world, goes beyond elemental Self, living Self, thinking Self, knowing Self, joyous Self. Here is… Read More »What is Joy? Part-1
Pancha Kosha: Understanding Five Sheaths of Existence
When the fluctuations of mind are stilled, our true nature is revealed. We have then enough clarity to perceive the Self beyond the mind.