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Fate And
Free Will In Hinduism Is man a master of his life or is
he subject to the will of God? Find out how Hinduism approaches this
age old confusion about the individual actions, extraneous forces
and chance play in shaping the life upon earth.
The Early Western
Images Of Hinduism by European Historians A critical
analysis by Dr.Satish K. Kapoor of the studies in Indian history by
early European historians.
Hinduism - The Faith Eternal This is an introductory
essay on the multidimensional aspects of Hinduism and part of a book
that is due for publication soon.
Laghu Yoga
Vashishta, The Shorter Yoga Vashishta, English Translation
This translation of Laghu Yoga Vashisht by Rishi Singh Gherwal deals
with many important concepts of Hinduism.
The Concept Of God
In Hinduism In The Context Of The Vedas And The Upanishads
The origin and development of the concept of God in Hinduism in the
context of the Vedas, Isa Upanishad and whether monotheism entered
Hinduism through Judaism or Christianity.
Aum, Om. Pranava and
Nada, Meaning and Symbolic Significance Find out the
history, meaning, significance and symbolism of the sacred word Aum
and its use in Hinduism and Buddhism.
Yoga's Best
Kept Secrets, Citta, Purusha, Prakriti And Liberation A
very comprehensive article which deals with such complex aspects as
the nature of citta, the concept of soul, the distinction between
Purusha and Prakriti and the true purpose of yoga
Symbolic Significance of the Four
Yugas or Great Epochs This article tries to make an
argument that symbolically these four ages represent the four phases
of involution during which men gradually became grosser in their
nature and lost awareness of their subtle bodies.
The Meaning
and Practice of Mindfulness - The Path To Ceto-Vimutti
: The meaning, purpose and the practice of mindfulness including the
advanced techniques used in Anapanasati and Satipattana to stabilize
the mind.
The Causes Of Fear,
The Types of Fear and Coping With Fears Find out what
causes fears, how they manifest in our lives and influence our
behavior and how we can deal with them effectively.
Samkhya Yoga And
The Power Of The Subconscious Find out how the
knowledge of the ancient Samkhya and Yoga philosophies is
useful and relevant in using the powers of the subconscious
mind to manifest reality.
Hindu Manners,
Customs And Ceremonies - The Hindu Caste System Find
out the caste system and the social conditions prevailing in India
nearly 200 years ago.
A Brief History Of The Soul According To
Hindu Tradition Find out how the individual souls
descend from the heights of Brahmalok into the depths of Nature.
A General Outline Of Stress And
Various Stress Related Issues Find out how stress effects
the conscious mind and the five stages of stress or emotional health
people experience.
The Seven Fundamental
Teachings of the Bhagavadgita These seven teachings sum
up the philosophy of the Bhagavadgita and help us progress
eventually on the path of devotion
The True Meaning Of Renunciation
According To Hinduism Find out the true meaning of
renunciation according to Hinduism.
The Secret Code Of The
Bhagavadgita - A New Approach Because this book deals
with the little known aspects of the Bhagavad Gita, it might arouse
incredulity, anger and hostility in some readers who are not aware
of its basis and context.
The Master Key System
by Charles F. Haanel The Master Key System discusses the
creative power of thought, the deep connection between the world within
or the mind and the world without, the Universal Mind.
The Secret Of The Ages The Secret of the
Ages should be rightfully called the original of "The Secret." Those who
cannot afford to buy the latter, can conveniently go through this work.
Maya, The Grand Illusion Or The Delusion
Of The Mind Find out what maya means, why and how it arises and how it influences your thinking, your actions and your life.
Hindu Marriages Purpose And Signficance
Find out the importance of marriages in Hinduism and the ritual and spiritual
roles of husband and wife in a traditional Hindu family.
Symbolic Significance of
Hanuman, the Most Ancient Superman Symbolic
significance of Hanuman, devotee of Rama, as lower nature and
subtle bodies, especially the mind.
How To Manage Your
Negative Self-talk
Find out how you can deal with your negative self-talk and achieve
success in your life.
Take Control Of Your Life
Through Affirmations
When you feel you are stuck in your life or not making any progress,
you can change your thoughts and your life with the techniques
discussed in this article.
The True Meaning of Spiritualism
Find out what is the true meaning of spiritualism and how to identify a
truly spiritual person.
Suggestions For Setting
SMART Lifetime Goals
Find out why goals are important in your life and how you can set SMART
goals to challenge yourself and find fulfillment in your life.
Exercise, Weight loss,
Physical Fitness and Nutrition
Find out types of exercise and the benefits and importance of doing
regular exercise.
Guru Nanak Dev: This article
is about the life and teachings of Guru Nanakji, the founder of Sikhism
and how they are relevant today in our modern world.
Simple Truths About The
Buddhist Practice of Meditation
Even if you are not a Buddhist, this essay helps you make the best use
of Buddhist meditation practices and benefit from its immense value.
Empower Yourself By
Accepting Full Responsibility For You Life
Learn the importance of taking control of your life and assuming full
responsibility for everything that happens in your life.
Relax With Yoga
A short but comprehensive guide to the practice of western Raja Yoga,
with few illustrations of yogic asanas. It provides very useful and
practical tips on the practice of Raja Yoga.
Bring Concentration
Into Your Daily Life Right Now and Right Here
Find out how you can bring the practice of concentration to your daily
life and experience life in its totality.
Asuras and Daevas the
Indo Iranian Connection
Learn about the traces of ancient Indian traditions in the Iranian
religions and how the subsequent developments in Persia led to the
relegation of some vedic deities.
The Historical Context
of The Bhagavad Gita
The author argues that the Bhagavad Gita was an attempt to
reconcile the Sankhyya philosophy with the Vedanta doctrine.
The Art of Money
Getting or Golden Rules for Making Money
Though published in 1880, the principles discussed in this book are
still relevant today in making money and creating wealth.
Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali
Translation By Charles Johnston
Verse by verse translation of the entire Yogasutras of Patanjali with
separate introduction for each section.
India in Primitive
Christianity This books deals with the question of the
similarities between the Buddha and Jesus Christ and elements of
Saiva-Buddhism in primitive Christianity.
The Three Jewels of Jainism -
Vows and Rules For the Monks and the Laity
Find out the three jewels, five types of knowledge and the 12 vows
prescribed for the followers of Jainism
Essential Concepts and Beliefs
of Jainism
Find detailed information on some important concepts of Jainism
such as Jiva, Ajiva, Space, Time, Dharma, Karma, Liberation etc.
The History, Practice,
Benefits and Types of Yoga: Know the historical basis and
benefits of yoga with specific reference to the Ashtanga Yoga of
Patanjali Yogasutras
Minor Upanishads:
Translation of 22 minor Upanishads are presented here with introduction
to each.
Akbar, Emperor of India:
Akbar the son of Humayun was perhaps the greatest of the Indian
emperors, with a vision that was far ahead of his times. Know about him
from this comprehensive biographical sketch.
The Concept of Kala or Time in
Hinduism: The concept of time in Hinduism is based on our own
experience of time. Find out how.
History of Saivism, Lord Siva
in Vedic Literature and Recorded History
Find out the antecedents of Saivism and worship of Lord Siva in ancient
India
The Meaning, Definition and
Origin Of The Word Hindu: Find out how the word "Hindu" came
into existence because of a pronunciation problem.
Understanding Our
Attachments And The Practice of Non-Attachment: Find out how
our thoughts and actions are influenced by our attachments and how we
can cultivate non-attachment.
Conquering Fears Through
Mindfulness: Find out what fear is, what causes it, the
spiritual dimension of fear and how you can learn to deal with it
through mindfulness and detachment.
The Religious Beliefs of the Indus
Valley People: Who were the Indus people? What were their
religious beliefs? And what was their legacy? Find out.
The Art of Seeing
Things As They Are: The author presents a view point on pure
observation based on a Zen story.
An Important Lesson
From the Mahabharat
During the preparations for the war, Duryodhana made one important
decision, which cost him dearly. Find out what it is and what we can
learn from it.
The Practice of
Brahmacharya or Celibacy in Human Life: The author discusses
the importance of the practice of Brahmacharya or Celibacy by students
and married people.
The Soul, The Ego and
The Process of Liberation: Find out how the soul becomes
entangled with the ego personality and how the process can be reversed
through yoga and the help of a guru.
The Story of Brahma,
Gods, Demons and the Humans: Find out what advise Brahma gave
to his three offspring and why it is relevant for us.
The Story of
Gods, Demons and the Soul: This story from the Briahdaranyaka
Upanishad about gods and demons contains an important lesson to learn.
Find out.
The Soul and the Mind:
Learn to know the distinction between the two and how you can overcome
the limitations of your mind to become soul centric.
Supreme
Personality
According to the author of this etext, your Psychic Nature possesses
limitless power and possibilities, which you may have as life
realities.
Hinduism And The Law of Karma
Find out the types of karma and how the effects of karma can be
neutralized in your life.
The Future of Hinduism
Find out the strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities for
Hinduism to survive as a world religion in future and the role we can
play in it.
Fate, Freewill and Fatalism in
Hinduism
Find out how Hinduism approaches fate and freewill in contrast to the
popular notion.
Suffering According to the
Bhagavadgita
Find out how the Bhagavadgita analyzes the problem of suffering and
suggests spiritual solutions.
Virtue and Morality in World
Religions, The Importance of Righteous Living
Find out whether morality and religion are inter related or they can
exist independently
The Four Universal Truths
About Suffering
Find out these four universal truths about suffering. They are not
about Buddhism.
The Great Systems of
Yoga Find our what yoga is, the whole field, not just a
particular aspect of yoga.
Achieving Success
Through Self Actualization
Know the secrets of successful people and how effectively they use
their goals to express themselves.
Hinduism and Education
: Know the merits and demerits of ancient gurukula system and how
students pursued education in ancient India under rigorous conditions.
Hinduism and Divorce The
the problem of divorce in Hinduism from theological and legal stand
points.
Ashrama Dharma in Hinduism,
Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha, Sanyasa
Significance and symbolism of the ashrama dharma and its relevance in
today's world
Hinduism and Islam, A Comparison
of Beliefs and Practices
A comparative study of Hinduism and Islam and the process of
reconciliation and integration..
A Comparative Study of
Middle Path In Eastern Religions
Find out how the principle of moderation is reflected in different
eastern religions.
The Unity of Life and The
Realization of Self
Find out the cryptic messages of unity in diversity left by nature in
our creation and how our uniqueness is both an asset and an obstacle to
our self-realization.
The Spiritual Laws of Human
Life
Why it is difficult to manifest them in our lives.
Definition and Distinguishing
Features of Hinduism
Know why Hinduism eludes a definition and what God expects from India.
Appreciating Ourselves
and Others, Lessons in the Art of Appreciation
Know why appreciating yourself and appreciating others is important for
the greater good and your own happiness.
Death and Afterlife in Hinduism
Know why Hinduism does not consider atonement of sin or attainment of
heaven as a permanent solution to the problem of death.
Aspects, Emanations,
Incarnations and Forms of God in Vaishnava Tradition
Know about the many forms of God and why worshipping God in his image
form is so important.
The Ancient Sect That
Disappeared For Ever: Find out about this ancient India sect
that disappeared forever from the face of the earth crushed by the
weight of politics and prejudice.
The Ancient Forms of Siva in
Vedic, Dravidian and Tribal Traditions
Siva is one of the most ancient gods of Hinduism. Find out in how he
was worshipped in the ancient world.
The History, Antiquity and
Chronology of Hinduism
Was India the cradle of human civilization? How old is Hinduism? The
author attempts to trace the history of Hinduism from 7000 BC till the
emergence of greater Hindu empires.
The Historical Origin of Lord
Krishna, the Incarnation of Vishnu
This excerpt from a book attempts to trace the historical origin of the
legend of Lord Krishna
Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha, the
Four Purusharthas
The author discusses how the four aims contribute to a richer and
fuller life in which there is a place for the pursuit of both material
and spiritual values.
Goddesses, Energies and Divinities
of Hinduism in our Inner Universe
Know the symbolic significance of female divinities and their vehicles
and weapons.
Beware the Gods are Here
This article explains the various forms in which gods exist in
creation as the highest beings and our inner divinities and how they
help us and protect us in our spiritual journey.
God and Self and Their Relationship in
Hinduism
This article attempts to explain the relationship between God
and individual soul according to the Upanishads.
Concepts of Hinduism,
Nonviolence, Ahimsa
Theological, spiritual and practical aspects of nonviolence in
Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism and its use by Mahatma Gandhi as a
political strategy
Hinduism and Christianity
Hinduism and Christianity are compared and contrasted with a note on
the possible connection between Jesus and India.
The Concept of
Brahman As Priest and As Supreme Self
This article traces the origin and development of the concept of
Brahman and his symbolic association with vedic rituals.
The Practice of Satsang
in Modern Life
The importance of satsang in spiritual life and how it can be
practiced in modern life.
The Vedanta Philosophy
According to Shankara and Ramanuja
Find out how Shankara and Ramanuja differ in their interpretation
of the Upanishads.
The Vedangas- Siksha,
Chhanda, Vyakarana, Nirukta, Jyotisha and Kalpa
Find out how the Vedangas played an important role in preserving the
vedic tradition.
The Hymns of the
Atharvaveda : English translation of the entire Atharvaveda
Veda by Ralph T.H. Griffith [1895-96]
Hinduism and caste system
A comprehensive treatment of the subject of caste system covering the
origin and development, advantages and disadvantages and its relevance
in modern society
Hymns
of White Yajurveda, Book 1 to Book 20
The translation of the Samhitâ of the White Yajurveda from Book 1
to Book 20
Samkhya and Yoga in
Hinduism and Buddhism
The author discusses how this ancient school of though impacted
Hinduism and Buddhism in the past
The Philosophy of Nyaya and
Vaisheshika
An exposition of the Nyaya of Gautama with its supplement the
Vaisheshika.
Online Fax
Services to Send, Receive and Broadcast Faxes
Information about the services that will help you send and
receive fax messages digitally.
Mahavakya, Tat Tvamasi, You are Self or the Highest Being
: The context, historical background and meaning of the great
saying and its practical application
The Origin and Development
of Siddhas and Siddha Tradition
According to Tamil or Sangam literature
The Radhasoami Satsang,
History, Philosophy and Teachings
History, philosophy and teachings of the sect.
The History, Teachings
and Philosophy of Swaminarayan Sect
Facts about the sect that has nearly 200 years of history.
Sectarian Movements, Traditions and
Sects of Hinduism
Find a list of modern sectarian movements within Hinduism and how
they helped Hinduism to meet the challenges of changing times.
The History, Religious
Significance and Temples of Mathura and Vrindavan
In its long and checkered history of 5000 years, read how the
fortunes of Mathura ebbed and flowed.
A Complete Guide
to Search Engines, Directories and Meta Search Tools
Know how search engines work and how to search for relevant information
on the web using these tools.
Shedding Light on Atman, the
True Self
What is Self? Is it the mind or something different. Find out what true
self is.
The Yoga philosophy
A comprehensive approach to the theory and practice of yoga
philosophy
Traces of the Mahabharat in
Sangam Literature
Find out the traces of the Mahabharat in the ancient Tamil
literature popularly known as “Sangam literature.
The Role of Asceticism in
the Development of Hinduism
According to the author without ascetic sects Hinduism would not have
survived the challenges posed by religions such as Buddhism, Jainism,
Islam and Christianity.
Advaita Vedanta As It
Exists
Ontology, the topic of the current discussion, is that discipline that
demands an answer to the questions "What does it mean for something to
Exist…for something to Be?"
Techniques to Boost Your
Self-Esteem For Success and Achievement
Self-esteem is all about feeling good about yourself and your
achievements. You can achieve it by changing your mindset, accepting
yourself unconditionally,
Planning Your Vacation
and Creating a Travel Checklist
Make your vacation memorable with these suggestions.
Rites and Rituals in
Hindu tradition, Marriage, Cremation, Birth and Death
A comprehensive essay on the sacraments of Hindu tradition. A must read
if you want to know the practical aspects of Hindu way of life.
Sage Agasthya in Hindu
Myths and Puranas
Sage Agasthya occupies a prominent place in Hindu tradition as the
first rishi who crossed the Vindhyas and went to south to spread the
Vedic religion.
The Significance of Animals
in Hinduism and Hindu Ceremonies
A comprehensive essay on the history, significance and status of
animals in Hinduism as divinities, symbols and vehicles of gods and
goddess
The Sankhya Philosophy of
Kapila
This is a an outstanding lecture by VR Gandhi on Sankhya Philosophy
delivered in 1893 before an American audience.
The Best Ways to
Handle Anger, according to the author, is neither by expressing
it nor suppressing it
The Values of Discipline,
Hard Work and Virtue in Success
How you
build your life depends upon what you do with it. Your success, your
achievements, your happiness, your goals, your friendships depend upon
these.
Bharata or India According
to Indian Astronomers
According to the author based on astronomical evidence the epic
Mahabharata was composed around around 3102 BCE.
The Buddha's
Discourse on the End of the World
The Buddha describes how the seven suns will appear in the sky and
the earth will disappear in a fiery mass of flame.
Mahavakya - I am
Brahman, Aham Brahmasmi The statement "aham brahmasmi" does not
vouch that "Atman (self) is Brahman", but "I am Brahman".
The Pros and Cons of the Theory of
Aryan Invasion into India
An analysis of the pros and cons of the theory of Aryan invasion of the
Indian subcontinent.
Mahavakya - Brahman is
Knowledge
Properly meditated upon, this mahavakya will be very useful in
stabilizing the mind upon Brahman
The History and Antiquity of
Varanasi
The rise and all of Varanasi in its 4000 years of checkered
history.
The History and Tradition
of the Vedas: The divine origin of the Vedas, the shruti
tradition, the politics of compromise and confrontation with native
traditions, the organization of the Vedas and the significance of the
Vedas.
The Hindu Theories of
Creation
Find here a very comprehensive treatment of the various theories of
creation in Hinduism.
The Significance of Food in
Hindu Tradition
Annam means food. According to Hindu scriptures, annam is a form of
Brahman (annam parabrahma swaroopam).
Ashtravakra, the
Composer of Ashtavakragita
Ashtavakra was a famous scholar of early Vedic period who composed The
Ashtavakra Gita which is considered to be a standard work on advaita
vedanta or theory of monism, According to tradition he was born to
Kahoda
The Advaita Vedanta the
Experience of Oneness
Many religions that we know including the atheistic religions such as
Jainism and Buddhism are dualistic. So are Judaism, Zoroastrianism,
Christianity and Islam.
Symbolic Significance of Numbers in
Hinduism
According to the author the numbers in Hinduism serve the purpose as
idols in worship and meditation and help the seeker in his or her
spiritual progress.
Becoming Aware of Jiddu
Krishnamurthy
Jiddu Krishnamurthy lived form moment to moment, without the conflict
of choice and recognition, with total awareness and understanding, and
free from the compulsions of the mind that is accustomed to
conditioning and need for security.
The Mahayana Buddhism
Main features, history, chronology and decline of Mahayana Buddhism
Was Bhakti Movement
Anti Women?
Modern scholars have perceived, conceived, debated and interpreted
Bhakti movement differently – reactionary (implying diehard,
retrogressive, regressive), sectarian (conveying partisan, cultist,
non-conformist)...
Three steps of
Manifesting: The three steps of manifesting the things which
you desire are thought, word, and deed-three simple steps which get
complicated when you try to put them into action.
Symbolism of Nataraja:
According to the author the image of Nataraja is an iconic
representation of the whole of Saiva Siddhanta School of Saivism
Aspects of Lord Siva Lord Siva
has four aspects corresponding to the four main functions and
principles he represents. These are...
The Yoga with its eight limbs:
The enemies to this Yoga are six; and they are lust, anger, greed,
ignorance, vanity and jealousy. The Yogis attain the Yoga when they
become able to destroy these six enemies by practicing the
accompaniments to Yoga.
Self-Growth Process
When Everything Falls Apart
: One of the major parts of self-growth is learning how to look inside
yourself and get clear about certain things. Most often, this involves
recognizing and dissolving inner blockages...
Pirates of the Internet:
There are some websites on the Internet managed by people who have
no hesitation in copying information form other websites illegally and
display them on their websites. Interestingly some of these websites
are managed by religious institutions and people supposed to maintain
high moral values and ethical standards.
Intention,
Attention and Manifestation
: Planets use their gravitational force to keep things together and
stay in equilibrium. In life we use the power of love to attract things
and hold on to them. It is an awesome power we all possess in equal
degree. We can use it positively and unconditionally to achieve our
goals and dreams.
Nine Simple Steps How a
Lady Gets Her Book Published
Do you have a personal story you want to share in a book? Do you write
your experiences in your journal? Do you dream of more happiness?
Publishing a book is a great start.
Achieving Abundance
Through the Law of Expansion: I stumbled across the law of
expansion accidentally more than 20 years ago, when I was working with
a client to improve her financial situation...
Bio Mechanical aspects of the
UFOs: With so much information in circulation about UFO
encounters and extra terrestrials that even the most skeptical person
finds it difficult to ignore the evidence supporting their existence.
Equally hard is to argue that every one who claims to have seen
an UFO or extra terrestrial is faking it.
How to spot a Jerk
It‘s the single life for me as well as many others who haven’t found
“the one” yet. Being the second time around for many singles, we need
to be careful with who we spend our time. It’s too bad we don‘t have a
handbook to follow on how to spot a jerk.
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10 Reasons why
people don't live a prosperous life: If it were easy, everyone
would do it; everyone would have it. That "IT" is prosperity and we're
all trying to achieve that stage in our lives where wealth, health,
success are a daily part of our lives. So what's the problem? Why aren't
some of us living a prosperous life?
Read on, my friends...
The Gift of
Visualization
:The third spiritual step* in manifesting miracles and attracting all
that you desire into your life entails using the gift of visualization.
Visualization is our god-given ability to paint a mental picture of what
we desire. As Aristotle said, the soul never thinks without a picture.
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Why should we eat only
vegetarian food ?
: In spiritualism we often come across this fundamental question. Why
should any one eat only vegetarian food? There are arguments and counter
arguments about what we should and should not eat. Some people argue
that it does not matter what you eat as long as you are leading a pure
life and do not have craving for a particular kind of food.
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