Spiritually Speaking

Surrendering the ego (Ishwar Pranidhana)

20 Feb 2024 06:41 AM IST

In Sanskrit,Ishwar means the omniscient, omnipresent, omnipotent Almighty while Pranidhanameans surrender. TheYoga Sutra (Ch. II, Verse 45) says, “Samadhi Siddhir Ishvara Pranidhana” or by total surrender to the Almighty, Samadhi is attained.Ego (Ahankara) is the barrier in the process. The ego is defined as an individual’s sense of self-importance.Sometimes, the

Mangalsutra bracelet: The purest bond to tie two souls forever

20 Feb 2024 06:24 AM IST

Embedded in Indian culture lies a significant piece of jewelry – The Mangalsutra. As we all know, this sacred jewelry is worn by married women, symbolizing the enduring love and commitment between spouses. Traditionally, the Mangalsutra is a simple gold chain or necklace adorned with black beads and often featuring

The Markandeshwar Mahadev: the benevolent Yamraj; where all wishes are fulfilled

19 Feb 2024 12:25 PM IST

There is a very ancient temple of Markandeshwar Mahadev in Pindwara of Sirohi district. Where Yamraj had to face defeat from Lord Shiva. Even today, thousands of devotees go there for darshan and it is believed that just by darshan, the life span of the devotee increases. There is also

Parents love and connection: divine interaction and God’s reflection Measure the flame, God, find yourself

19 Feb 2024 12:24 PM IST

Every living being is born by the union of its parents. Mother’s womb is like a foster home for every living being. Till date, no one has been able to express in words the details of how much pain a mother endures while providing the opportunity to nurture a human

Finding The Right Track

19 Feb 2024 11:00 AM IST

They say life is all about finding your true self, but the number of times I have got lost and found myself while driving to a new destination, has made it even more adventurous, especially when it came down to asking for directions, Courtesy my unflattering sense of direction, I

Harnessing Spiritual Health

19 Feb 2024 10:57 AM IST

Developing one’s spiritual health, awareness, and understanding of something more than oneself, like the divine world or a higher power, is what we mean when we talk of spiritual growth. Spiritual development can be sought after in many ways, each tailored to the unique preferences and philosophical or religious orientation

You Can Hurt or Heal; Think Twice, Speak Once

19 Feb 2024 10:54 AM IST

Buddha in Me You know that saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me?” Well, that’s not all true. I often wondered who said that. Maybe they came from the planet mute. The saying definitely needs to be rephrased like this, “Sticks and stones

Creating new possibilities in my life

17 Feb 2024 07:54 AM IST

Sometimes, an act of creation comes easily to us, and we can look at and appreciate what we have created, and the enjoyment we had in its creation. Often though when it comes to sustaining that creation, nurturing what we have fostered, things get in the way, and the creation

Gita: A manual for victory over vices

17 Feb 2024 07:51 AM IST

Planning for war involves taking into account all factors that may influence the outcome. One needs to have the resources necessary to fight and ultimately prevail, even if the war is long. It helps to have allies, and accurate intelligence about the enemy, its capabilities and tactics. The same is

The Spiritual Chemistry of Love

17 Feb 2024 07:48 AM IST

The one quality of the soul, the one quality that can move mountains and transform lives, is love. Love takes so many forms and is redefined at every new experience. The chemistry of love is more like alchemy; it magically transforms the mundane into gold, in terms of how valuable

Doorstep is where it belongs

13 Feb 2024 11:13 AM IST

The project had all the ingredients to be doomed. After all, getting togethera few artists for a project itself is a daunting task. Here, the plan was to get 46 of the top singers in the world for one song. Bob Geldof had only recently recorded a charity song, ‘Do

Journey through the Heart Chakra:Your Valentine’s gateway to deeper lo

13 Feb 2024 11:08 AM IST

In today’s ever-evolving landscape of relationships, marked by the advent of online dating and constant digital connectivity, the state of our Heart Chakra emerges as a crucial focal point. This energetic center, known as Anahata, serves as a sanctuary for love, kindness, and compassion, resonating deep within us like a