Promod Puri

EXPRESSION OF SHUKRANA IS VIRTUOUS

A prayer that begins with Shukrana, ends with Shukrana, and is filled with Shukrana throughout, is not just ritual—it is a spiritual rhythm of gratitude. In the Punjabi religious ethos, Shukrana—meaning gratitude, thankfulness, or gratefulness—is more than a word; it is a spiritual vibration, a subtle offering that bridges the soul and the divine. In…

GOD: A Perspective View

God, with His (or Her) countless interpretations and mystical presence, also offers a meaningful perspective — one that emerges from the assembly of good thoughts. It’s within this ongoing construction of positive and enlightened thinking that the divine finds residence. Essentially, what we are striving to build is a refined temperament — a rational and…

Stephen Hawking’s God

For most of us, the concept of God is tied to a personified image—a divine figure with human-like qualities watching over the universe. This is the conventional idea of God that the late physicist Stephen Hawking rejected. Hawking’s understanding of God resided not in a religious figure or sacred rituals but in the laws of…

THE “NOW” MOMENT GETS ITS VALUATION FROM THE PAST AND FUTURE

The present moment draws its substance and meaning from the footprints of the past and the possibilities of the future.

HUMANS AND ANIMALS

We all have feelings—love, fear, joy, sorrow.We all experience pain, comfort, and longing.We all cry in anguish, laugh in delight. We all have neurons weaving thoughts,memories shaping our past, instincts guiding our present.We all eat, sleep, dream, and strive for survival.We all form bonds, communicate, and seek companionship. Yet, humans elevate themselves:“The most intelligent, advanced,…

RELIGIONS: BEYOND BELIEFS AND DEITIES

Religions encompass far more than rituals, customs, and divine figures. Beneath their visible traditions lies a profound interplay of philosophy, ideology, and intricate thought, deeply woven into spirituality. In the domains of faith, conviction, and perception—where empirical evidence seldom treads—religions often seem at odds with logic and reason. Yet, beyond their rich tapestry of beliefs…

IT’S KARMA, NOT GOD, THAT DELIVERS RESULTS

In every prayer to God lies a subtle call for action—this is karma. Karma means action and virtuous action is what we seek guidance for from the Divine. The law of karma is simple yet profound: our actions create reactions. Sow the seeds of good and ethical deeds and harvest their rewards. That’s how karma…

Reading, Writing, and Thinking: A Symbiotic Connection Reading is more than just interpreting words; it is a cognitive process that leads to acquiring information, knowledge, understanding, and wisdom. This journey, however, is not confined to books, newspapers, or computer screens. Reading extends beyond printed or digital media and delves into the realm of perception and thought….