Category: Wisdom
I Am – a poem/meditation by Rupert Spira
Sharing a beautiful poem by non-duality teacher Rupert Spira called ‘I Am’. The poem
The Power of Silence
The period from Mauni Amavasya (24 January 2020) until Mahashivaratri (21 February 2020) was traditionally considered, on the yogic path, to be a period for the practice of maun or Silence.
Since we are currently in this period, let’s try to understand a little about what is meant by Silence.
Jnana and Bhakti in the Context of the Ancient Schools of Advaita
What has a 20th century Indian philosopher writing about the Advaita of Adi Shankara got to do with a Sufi poet from the 13th century? This article explores Jnana and Bhakti in the context of the different ancient schools of Advaita.
Rama, The Lotus-Eyed One
“What effort does a lotus flower need to blossom in the lake? The lotus does not touch the lake even though it lives in lake. Only the legs touch the lake, not the head. So make effort with the legs and no effort with the head and you will see that you will not have any connection or relation with that in which you are living. This samsara is the lake. If you want to live like a lotus, live in the world with no relationship it. Most people are drowned in the lake and are not called a lotus. They are the creepers growing from the bottom. This is a very special method for the few who want to live free of any relationship and yet be involved in relationships totally. This is the secret. If you are aware and if you need it, you can get it, but not otherwise.”
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 – HWL Poonja (Papaji)
An article looking more closely at why we love and adore Rama…
Bhakti: To Fall in Love Like Meera
A tribute to Meera bai on her Jayanti (birth anniversary) – contemplating ‘true love’
Exploring Shakti as Parvati, Sita and Radha
“Lord Shiva, only becomes ableto do creation in this world along with Shakti.Without her, even an inch he cannot move,and so how can one who does not do good deeds,or one who does not sing your praise,become adequate to worship youO Goddess of mine, who is worshipped by the Trinity” Soundarya …
Ganga Waters Meditation: Bathing in the Sounds of Ganga
I recently spent some time in the holy town of Rishikesh. What a blessing to be in Ma Ganga’s presence and feel her intimate connection with humanity.
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In this audio/visual offering, you can sit back, relax and bathe in Ganga’s pure waters without leaving your home. Your own meditation on Ganga’s ghats…
How Yoga and Meditation Can Help You Fight Depression
How to crawl out of the pit of depression using yoga and meditation as tools? These age-old practices help us to harness our mind and body energies for genuine well-being and happiness writes guest contributor Emily Lopes.
15 Wise Sayings of the Mystic Saint Kabir (Kabir Ke Dohe)
15 sayings of the mystic poet-saint Kabir Das (15th century CE). The wisdom of life encapsulated in these couplets is simple and timeless.
Wisdom Works: 3 Must-Read Ancient Books
Three ancient works of wisdom that are unparalleled in the profundity with which they looked at human life and existence.
Just Stay with the Intrigue (Story of Sage Nandanar by Sadhguru)
“You cannot even call him a devotee. Just intrigued. Unwilling to let go of the intrigue.”
Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev tells the story of Sage Nandanar (7-8th century CE).
Ancient Wisdom and the Environment
The Indian and other ancient cultures lived in deep harmony with nature. Indeed, Indian culture went beyond even the planet Earth to embrace a cosmic identity. So how did the world lose its way and what can we do now?
Our Arjuna MomentsÂ
Arjuna’s moment of doubt and confusion is not a moment from history, but a living moment. We all have the opportunity to grow in wisdom if we are willing to recognise ours.