The term “Rita,” originating from the Sanskrit word ‘rta,’ signifies a cosmic and moral order central to Hinduism, influencing the universe’s physical phenomena and human behavior. It encompasses everything from natural cycles to ethical living, contrasting with ‘anrita,’ which denotes chaos and disorder. The concept expresses harmony within the universe.
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We’re entering into Yuga of Anthropocene.
Anthropocene is a term for the present geological epoch after the industrial revolution onwards, during which humanity has begun to have a significant impact on the environment.
PM Modi Pursues Politics Of Hindu Nationalism, What Does It Mean
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is garlanded after winning the elections. AP Photo/Manish Swarup Sumit Ganguly, Indiana University Almost immediately after winning a second term in office on May 23, India’s Prime Minister Modi gave a speech making light of parties and individuals who had espoused secularism over the past five years. During the five…
In Contemporary Meditation Mantra Can Be In Any Language
By Promod Puri One of the most ingrained and perhaps efficacious features of Hinduism is the mantra. A mantra inherently is the delivery of sacred word(s) or a sound with literal meaning or without meaning, but capable of inducing an environment of divinity. Despite their antiquated origin during the Vedic period of Hindu history, mantras…
Sikhism Dwells In Its Saint-soldier Philosophy
By Promod Puri Guru Nanak Dev and Guru Gobind Singh represent two distinct aspects of Sikhism. In the evolution of Sikhism, together these significant facets symbolize the Khalsa, a saint-soldier designation which is pure, clean, and free. The saint-soldier image of the Khalsa was initiated by Guru Nanak and got concluded by Guru Gobind Singh, according…
Progressive Hindu Dialogue
Progressive Hindu Dialogue is an initiative to explore, recognize and advance the rational, liberal and progressive nature of Hinduism.
Hindutva Clashes With Secular, Liberal And Democratic Spirit Of Hinduism
by Promod Puri The expression “Hindu culture” is as vague as saying Hindu cuisine (except by international airlines referring to “Hindu meal”). And it is as much eluding as trying to contrive a language, music, arts, customs, etc. with a suffix of Hindu like saying Hindu music or Hindu language. Culture in most cases is…
QUANTUM THEORY AND OM
Ever wonder why we chant “om” before our yoga practice or prayer? Check out this interesting take on how Quantum Theory can help us understand the significance of Om. This is perhaps the first time in the studies of Hinduism that an attempt has been made to establish a relationship between the sound of Om…
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