Karma to Grace - Christian view of Hinduism and Hindu concepts
of karma, self-realization, and yoga meditation. Life stories
of conversion from karma to grace. Hinduism and Christ compared
and contrasted.
Women in Hinduism - Asserts that Hinduism is the most oppressive
system on record in its treatment of women. Saints and Gurus
Hare Krishna Criticism - Critical views of various aspects
of the Hare Krishna (ISKCON) movement.
The Most Tragic Betrayal - Links to articles about Hare
Krishna, or Iskcon.
Position Paper on ISKCON - Detailed description of the differences
between the Gaudiya (Bengal Vaishnavism) doctrine followed by
ISKCON and other groups, and Madhva's Dvaita Vedanta.
A review of "Bhagavad Gita As It Is" - A critical look at
Prabhupada's "Bhagavad Gita As It Is," which is claimed by ISKCON
as being based on Madhva's commentaries.
Belief and Sai Baba - Sai Baba claims to be God, but is
a fake. His influence is destructive. Archived articles, plus
a discussion group, and links to recommended sites.
Concerned Former Devotees of Sathya Sai Baba - Contains
testimonies and articles about his deception, sexual abuse and
the killings in 1993. General information on cults is also available.
The Findings - David Bailey, formerly close to Sai Baba,
tells his story. Also presents many testimonies from other ex-devotees
about their ugly experiences with the Swami.
For the Sake of Truth - Well-known Swedish actor Conny Larsson's
story of his disillusionment with Sathya Sai Baba over sexual
abuse and faked miracles.
Indian Skeptic - Monthly magazine publishing scientific
investigation of claims of the paranormal, and, in particular,
debunking Sathya Sai Baba, since 1988. News, partial archive
of back issues.
NHNE Special Report: Sai Baba - Reproduces an article from
a humanist perspective, and a letter from an ex-devotee.
An Ongoing Investigation into Claims and Realities Surrounding
Sathya Sai Baba - Introductory articles, annotated bibliography,
problems with the guru's statements and the claims of his devotees,
comments on news items.
Rick Ross: Sai Baba - Collection of articles critical of
Sathya Sai Baba.
The Sai Baba Files - Questions for spiritual seekers to
ask, a biographical sketch, lengthy quotations from the master,
news article about a UN agency withdrawing from a conference
co-sponsored by Sathya Sai, links.
Saiguru.net - Articles and transcripts of stories from the
news media, accounts of sexual abuse perpetrated by Sathya Sai
Baba, essays and letters, links. In English and Spanish.
Sathya Sai Baba - Correspondence suggests that he is a sleight-of-hand
artist and sexual predator. Questions are also raised about
killings at Sai's ashram.
Sathya Sai Baba Avatar - Extensive writings of a long-term
follower and leader of the Sai Organisation from before and
after disillusionment.
Sathya Shree Sai Baba: Critical Views - Links to sites critical
of the guru.
The Skeptic's Dictionary: Sai Baba - Short article on the
Indian guru and his alleged miracles. Also links to critical
sites.
Turning a Blind Eye to Pedophilia and More! - Tony O'Clery
introduces a letter from ex-devotee Conny Larsson, who tells
a shocking story of Sai Baba's attention to young boys.
Untouchable? - Article about Sathya Sai Baba, and accusations
of the guru's use of young male devotees for his own sexual
gratification.
Secret Swami - Transcript of a BBC 2 programme on self-proclaimed
god-man Sri Satya Sai Baba, and a sidebar article on B. Premanand,
editor of "The Indian Skeptic." [This World] (June 17, 2004)
Adi Da/Adidam - Archive of articles, most related to the
1985 lawsuit by a former member charging the sect with sexual
abuse, involuntary servitude, and false imprisonment.
Ananda Awareness Network - Information about corruption
and abuse connected with Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters),
the Ananda Church and the Ananda communities.
BrahmaKumaris.info - A site set up for ex-members of the
Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, organizers of Raja
Yoga centers.
Call for Government Action Against Sathya Sai Baba - A site
detailing corruption and abuse in the Sathya Sai Baba organization.
The Case of Adi Da - Ken Wilber says that while Adi Da has
written some extraordinary things, there are serious problems
that should make anyone reluctant to take up Daism.
Critical Considerations Regarding Yoga As Spiritual Path Towards
Transcendence - Surveys some basic inconsistencies in Raja
Yoga and Hatha Yoga.
Daism Research Index - A database of articles about Adi
Da, a.k.a. Da Free John, a.k.a. Franklin Jones.
Ex-Premie.Org - Presented by ex-followers of the ex-"Lord
of the Universe," Maharaji. Information in English, French,
and Spanish on Prem Rawat, Elan Vital, and the Divine Light
Mission. Interviews, personal stories, news items.
eXSY - An ummoderated discussion group for former members
of SYDA (Siddha Yoga), also open to current members.
Fascism and False Guru Sects - Information about fascism
and authoritarianism in false guru sects.
Gentle Wind Project - Former Gentle Wind Project members
tell insiders' stories of experiences and recovery.
The Guru Looked Good - A memoir of Marta Szabo's participation
in Siddha Yoga with Gurumayi, and comments from readers.
Guruphiliac - An ever-changing, up to the minute blog with
critical news of various yoga and guru groups.
Kundalini Complications - An overview of the hazards of
forcing a Kundalini awakening with real world examples.
Leaving Nityananda Institute - This site seeks to help former
members of Ni recover from various levels of betrayal and abuse
sustained while inside the Nityananda Institute and in the process
of leaving the Nityananda Institute - an organized healing forum
Leaving Siddha Yoga - Information and testimonials from
former members of Siddha Yoga (SYDA), describing sexual abuse
and other kinds of corruption connected to Muktananda and Gurumayi.
Ma Jaya & Kashi Ashram Revealed - Critical articles
exposing corruption and abuse in the Ma Jaya group.
Prem Rawat aka Maharaji - An objective review of Prem Rawat,
sometimes called Maharaji or Guru Maharaj Ji and his supporting
organisations like TPRF, Elan Vital and Raj Vidya Kender.
Radhasoami Sant Mat - Michael Martin, false guru from Texas
claiming to be God Incarnate and a Perfect living master in
the Radhasoami and Surat shabd yoga tradition.
Radhasoami, Sant Mat, & Shabd Yoga - Debates, essays,
and reviews.
Sathya Sai Baba Deceptions Exposed - Site critical of Sathya
Sai Baba.
Sathya Sai Baba News - Critical articles about abuses in
the Sathya Sai Baba group, and links to resources for former
followers.
Self-Realization Fellowship's Kriya Pledge - To learn kriya,
you have to promise things over your head; to keep your pledge
may be impossible.
SRF Walrus - Open forum for the discussion of Self-Realization
Fellowship, its practices, goals, and relationship to members
and monastics/employees.
Sri Chinmoy - Guru Sri Chinmoy, Chinmoy Kumar Ghose - information
provided by former followers of Chinmoy regarding corruption
and abuse in this group.
Sri Chinmoy Ex-Disciples Forum - Yahoo group for former
members, with discussion, photos, and links. Registration required.
Stripping the Gurus - Critical information on various gurus.
Traumatic Abuse in Cults - An essay using Siddha Yoga (SYDA)
as an example of an abusive group, exploring issues of trauma
and recovery in cults.
Yogananda Rediscovered - Ananda members charge that Self-Realization
Fellowship has changed the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda.
Yogaville/Integral Yoga Institute - Features commentaries
from former members and families, copies of legal threats from
the group, and news and information about the group. Christian
Views
Hinduism - Christian evaluation of basic beliefs and practices
of Hinduism.
Hinduism - Critical view on Hinduism. Includes articles
about caste system, yoga, meditation, karma, Scriptures and
Hindu sects.
Hinduism's Pagan Practices - Fundamental Baptist Information,
regards Hinduism in any form as gross idolatry.
What Do Hindus Believe? - What Hindus believe and how their
beliefs are contradicted in the Bible. Islamic Views
Hinduism Analysed - Critical analysis of Hinduism. Includes
large collection of quotes from Hindu Scriptures.
Hinduism Inside Out - Critical look at social, religious
and ethical aspects of Hinduism.