Satsang, a cherished tradition in Hindu and Sikh religious practices, represents a collective spiritual gathering. It involves listening to or reading scriptures, discussing spiritual and theological topics, and singing hymns. Some sessions also include brief periods of meditation. Satsang can be held daily, weekly, or monthly and typically lasts an hour or two. These gatherings…
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SAT-CHIT-ANANDA: THE ULTIMATE BLISS
“Sat-chit-ananda” is a profound spiritual concept in Hindu philosophy that encapsulates the essence of divine contentment and bliss. This three-word maxim is rich in meaning and offers a pathway to ultimate fulfillment and peace. Understanding “Sat” The journey towards “sat-chit-ananda” begins with “sat,” which translates to truth or reality. It signifies the importance of seeking…
Why Hindus Worship Animals
The wisdom of animals compared to humans is a matter of perspective. While humans measure intelligence and wisdom by certain standards, animals have their own unique ways of understanding and interacting with the world. There is much we can learn from the inherent wisdom of animals. Take dogs, for instance. Their loyalty and deep emotional…
SATNAM WAHEGURU: A COMPANION IN SOLITUDE
“Satnam Waheguru” – two simple yet profoundly meaningful words encapsulating the essence of spiritual connection. In the solitude of contemplation, “Satnam Waheguru” becomes more than just a phrase; it transforms into a reverent acknowledgment of the universal Truth and wonders surrounding us. And that adoration becomes a prayer, Satnam Waheguru, Satnam Waheguru…. Breaking it down,…
THE WORLD NEEDS A NEW POLITICAL SYSTEM OF EVOLVING RATIONALISM BASED ON HUMANISM
by Promod Puri In my social, religious, and political sentiments that influence my behaviour and outlook toward society, I am neither a Leftist nor a Rightist. Further, I’m not a Centrist either, as I feel strained sitting indiscreetly between the Left-Right ideologies. Yet I occasionally deflect towards the Left or the Right or drive neutral….
ATHEISM’S CONTRIBUTION IN SPIRITUAL PURSUITS
God and religion are synonymous influences subjected to evolution in humankind’s ongoing social construction. In this evolution, atheism can also contribute because of its credible roots in various religious ideations. The main reason is for its earnest call for humanism in the conduct of our lives. The fact is, since the time God got institutionalized…
RELIGIONS ARE MORE THAN BELIEFS, GODS AND GODDESSES:
Religions offer more than rituals, customs and traditions, dos and don’ts, gods and goddesses. In fact, they also embody profound philosophies, ideologies, and intricate thoughts that are deeply intertwined with spirituality. In the realms of faith, belief, conviction and perception, while lacking empirical or laboratory-based evidence, religions often appear to clash with the principles of…
WHAT IS PRANA PRATISHTHA THAT INVOKES THE LORD RAM IDOL
The sprawling Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ram was inaugurated on January 24 in Ayodhya. The ceremonial and sacred word “Prana-pratishtha” emerged in the extensive coverage of the event. According to its dictionary meaning, the English equivalent is consecration, “to make or declare sacred.” Prana-pratishtha carries the same sense, plus elaborate rituals involved to ‘declare…
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