Sanskrit, Science and Ecology
Can Sanskrit show us the way forward? Kiran Varanasi reminds us of the vital role Sanskrit played in the brilliance and endurance of the ancient Indian civilisation and how it can help transform civilisation once again.
Yoga and the Environment
David Frawley reflects on the crucial role of Yoga in restoring our lost connection with nature. Concerned with the balance of the body and mind, Yoga and Ayurveda can also help us restore ecological balance and respect for other life on the planet- an urgent need of the hour.
Life is Inclusiveness
An excerpt from Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev’s book ‘Inner Engineering – A Yogi’s Guide to Joy’ in which he explains that enlightenment is merely coming home to the realisation that all experience happens from within and that life is an inclusive process.
Amazing Shiva Chants/Songs
Here’s LWP’s recommendations for chants, mantras and songs of Lord Shiva curated by us from YouTube. Each one is different in style and mesmerizingly wonderful in its own way.
Yoga and Pranayama to Keep You Cool Through Summer
As the summer heat rises, it’s simple yoga and pranayama to the rescue. Restore your calm and cool with these easy exercises.
Art, Cosmology and the Divine | Part VI
In Part VI: The Indian Aesthetic in an Age of War, Subhash Kak discusses how the Indian way, with its focus on transcendence can help modern society find a harmony of body and soul. A story from the Puranas serves as an apt metaphor.
Art, Cosmology and the Divine | Part V
In Part V: Krishna’s Dance, Subhash Kak explains how the stories of Krishna, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, reflect a harmony between materiality and spirit.
Kundalini: an Indian Paradigm of Creativity
Maj Gen GD Bakshi discusses how the Kundalini phenomenon offers a radical new paradigm of human creativity.
India’s Intellectuals Vs. Vedanta – a gap that needs bridging
David Frawley writes about the aching need for India’s intellectuals to come to an understanding of Vedanta.
I Changed my Meditation Style: see what I experienced
Scott Robinson ‘Yogibanker’ shares his meditation experiences with LWP. A life-long TM meditator tries something new – read what happens.
Art, Cosmology and the Divine | Part IV
In Part IV: Churning of the Ocean, Subhash Kak explains the story of the churning of the ocean and its spiritual symbolism.
Art, Cosmology and the Divine | Part III
In Part III: Temples and Gods, Subhash Kak explains how ancient Hindu temples were designed to reflect the cosmos. The representation of the cosmos simultaneously at the level of the universe and the individual, was meant to facilitate the devotee’s spiritual transformation.
Tantra and Yoga
An interesting analysis of the influences of the tantrik tradition on modern yoga.
When Gautama became the Buddha
Buddha Purnima reminds us of our highest purpose, to realise our true, Buddha nature. Read about Gautama’s enlightenment and what other spiritual masters had to say about the Buddha.
The Bhagavad Gita – the essence of India and its profound message for the world
Eminent Vedic teacher David Frawley explains how the Bhagavad Gita reflects India’s ethos and offers solutions for the human condition.