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19/01/2023

The symbolism of the Churning of the Ocean

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10/12/2022

Having had a friend of my family who went to Saudi Arabia to work as a medical doctor, I’ve heard first hand accounts of how difficult life is for the several thousand Hindus who live and work in Saudi Arabia. Not only were him and his family not allowed to openly practice Hinduism, they were not allowed to have gatherings of greater than five people....

Having had a friend of my family who went to Saudi Arabia to work as a medical doctor, I’ve heard first hand accounts of how difficult life is for the several thousand Hindus who live and work in S…

20/11/2022

This is what we hear about AUM:The past, the present and the future are AUM,And That beyond these three is also AUM (Mandukya Upanishad) AUM is the most popular and universally recognised Hindu symbol and also the most popular word in Hindu chants and prayers. It is the Divine Word and the originating sound of the universe. It was through meditation that the seers and sages of Vedic times arrived at the idea of a universal sound, eternally resounding in the universe, which they saw as the very origin of the created world....

This is what we hear about AUM:The past, the present and the future are AUM,And That beyond these three is also AUM (Mandukya Upanishad) AUM is the most popular and universally recognised Hind…

24/10/2022

In a historic day for British politics, Rishi Sunak achieved several “firsts” on being announced as the UK’s next Prime Minister, that too on the auspicious day of Diwali. One interesting feature about Rishi Sunak has been that unlike high level British Indian politicians before him, he carries his Hindu faith in a not overstated, but still very proud manner. This has received a fair bit of coverage in the press. ...

In a historic day for British politics,  Rishi Sunak achieved several “firsts” on being announced as the UK’s next Prime Minister, that too on the auspicious day of Diwali. One interesting fea…

24/10/2022

My first recollections of Diwali in distant childhood are of immense joy: fireworks, diwas, nice food, presents, time-off school, spending time with friends and relatives, and a general feeling of happiness. How can anyone not grow up loving such a festival? This greatest of festivals is a time when we take a step back from the entanglements and stress that keeps us divided, bringing us all together....

My first recollections of Diwali in distant childhood are of immense joy: fireworks, diwas, nice food, presents, time-off school, spending time with friends and relatives, and a general feeling of …

23/10/2022

In 1905 Einstein published a paper about the “Photoelectric Effect” which showed that electromagnetic radiation can behave as particles rather than waves in some experiments. It was for this work that he later won the Nobel prize for Physics even though he is more famous for his work on Relativity (with its famous equation E=mc2). Wave-Particle duality plays a big role in modern physics and Quantum Mechanics in particular....

In 1905 Einstein published a paper about the “Photoelectric Effect” which showed that electromagnetic radiation can behave as particles rather than waves in some experiments. It was for this work t…

17/10/2022

Author: David Frawley (Vamadeva Shastri) The consumption of alcohol has existed in human society since time immemorial. Probably all societies, at least in historically-recorded times, have had members who have used alcohol, which has been a common source of relaxation, intoxication or inebriation. In the modern world, all types of alcoholic beverages are freely available in the world market. Most societies have placed some restraints or restrictions on the use of alcohol; because of the dangers arising from it’s over use....

Author: David Frawley (Vamadeva Shastri) The consumption of alcohol has existed in human society since time immemorial. Probably all societies, at least in historically-recorded times, have had mem…

16/10/2022

Leicester Mayor Peter Soulsby met with Leicester based Muslim activist Majid Freeman on 11th October, as a representative of the Muslim communities of Leicester following the violent disturbances that took place in that city the previous month. Following the meeting, the Mayor said that he was commissioning an “Independent Inquiry” into the disturbances, but has already publicly already acknowledged that he believes…...

03/10/2022

It was on the 6th August 1972 that the government of Uganda, then headed by the infamous Idi Amin, announced that all of the 80,000 Indian origin people living in the country had 90 days to depart, after which their businesses and homes would be handed over to native Ugandans. If any Indians were seen in Uganda after this period, Idi Amin warned: “I will make you feel as if you are sitting on fire!”...

It was on the 6th August 1972 that the government of Uganda, then headed by the infamous Idi Amin, announced that all of the 80,000 Indian origin people living in the country had 90 days to depart,…

02/10/2022

The philosophy of Mother Kali’s eternal dance on Lord Shiva

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13/02/2022

Pavan tanay sankar haran, mangal murti roop Ram Lakhan Sita sahit, hriday basuhu sur bhoop May Hanuman, the son of Pavana, the protector from distress, the embodiment of auspiciousness and the deity of the Earth, reside in my heart together with Sri Rama, Laksmana and Sita. Hanuman Chalisa, Verse 43 This final verse is a summary or concluding verse, which gives essence of the aspiration that underlies the entire Hanuman Chalisa....

http://hinduperspective.com/2022/02/13/hanuman-chalisa-commentary-on-verse-43-final-verse/

Pavan tanay sankar haran, mangal murti roopRam Lakhan Sita sahit, hriday basuhu sur bhoopMay Hanuman, the son of Pavana, the protector from distress, the embodiment of auspiciousness and the deity …

13/02/2022

Jo yah padhe Hanuman Chalisa Hoy siddhi saakhi Gaurisaa Whosoever reads these forty verses dedicated to Sri Hanuman, is sure to gain accomplishment (Siddhi). Lord Shiva stands witness to this utterance. Tulsidas sadaa hari cheraa Keeje naath Hriday Mahaa dera Tulsidas, the writer of these verses, is ever a devoted servant to Lord Hari. O Lord Hanuman, come and reside permanently in my heart....

http://hinduperspective.com/2022/02/13/commentary-explanation-of-hanuman-chalisa-verses-41-42/

Jo yah padhe Hanuman ChalisaHoy siddhi saakhi GaurisaaWhosoever reads these forty verses dedicated to Sri Hanuman, is sure to gain accomplishment (Siddhi). Lord Shiva stands witness to this utteran…

30/01/2022

Jai jai jai Hanuman Gosai Kripa karahu Gurudev ki naiee Victory victory victory to Hanuman, the Lord of Senses. Be as compassionate to me as a Guru. Jo sat baar paath kar koi Chhutehi bandhi maha sukh hoi He who reads this (Hanuman Chalisa) one hundred times, becomes free from bo***ge and enjoys great happiness. Hanuman Chalisa, verses 39 & 40…...

http://hinduperspective.com/2022/01/30/commentary-explanation-of-hanuman-chalisa-verses-39-40/

Jai jai jai Hanuman GosaiKripa karahu Gurudev ki naieeVictory victory victory to Hanuman, the Lord of Senses. Be as compassionate to me as a Guru.Jo sat baar paath kar koiChhutehi bandhi maha sukh …

16/01/2022

Aur devta chitt na dharaiHanumant sai sarva such karaiEven if other Devatas (celestial beings) do not take heed, through Hanuman one can gain all wellbeing and happiness Sankat kate mitey sab peeraJo sumirei Hanumant balbeeraWhoever invokes Sri Hanuman, the mighty Deva, his distress is removed and all pains vanish. Hanuman Chalisa, versus 37 & 38 "Even if other Devatas (celestial beings) do not take heed, through Hanuman one can gain all wellbeing and happiness"...

http://hinduperspective.com/2022/01/16/commentary-explanation-of-hanuman-chalisa-verses-37-38/

Aur devta chitt na dharaiHanumant sai sarva such karaiEven if other Devatas (celestial beings) do not take heed, through Hanuman one can gain all wellbeing and happinessSankat kate mitey sab peeraJ…

11/01/2022

Tumhare bhajan Ram ko pavei Janam janam ke dukh bisravei By reciting your qualities and repeating your name one can reach Sri Rama and get freed from the sorrows of many lives. Anta kaal raghubar pur jai Jahan janam hari bhakta kahai At last when he leaves his physical body he attains to the abode of Sri Rama (Vaikunthsa) and for wherever he takes a new birth is known as a devotee of Lord Hari (Vishnu)....

http://hinduperspective.com/2022/01/11/commentary-explanation-of-hanuman-chalisa-verses-35-36/

Tumhare bhajan Ram ko paveiJanam janam ke dukh bisraveiBy reciting your qualities and repeating your name one can reach Sri Rama and get freed from the sorrows of many lives.Anta kaal raghubar pur …

26/12/2021

If you look at the images of Hindu deities, you will see that many of them are depicted as sitting on a lotus. The image of Lakshmi (shown to the left) is one such example. Numerous references to the lotus can be found in the Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas, slokas, kathas and other ancient Hindu literature. In yoga, one of the most famous postures is called the lotus posture....

http://hinduperspective.com/2013/02/03/the-significance-of-the-lotus/

If you look at the images of Hindu deities, you will see that many of them are depicted as sitting on a lotus. The image of Lakshmi (shown to the left) is one such example. Numerous references to …