When you encounter problems but have no idea how to deal with them, you should listen to the words and advice of others, but it is easy to become confused, injure yourself, or even follow the wrong path. This would result from your lack of an integrated and independent consciousness. Having your own opinion on everything will allow you to know how to deal with all affairs and your life will be left with few regrets.
The Spiritual Significance of Flowers
Flowers by The Mother of Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry
“Flowers speak to us when we know how to listen to them” the Mother said. “It is a subtle and fragrant language”
When you encounter problems but have no idea how to deal with them, you should listen to the words and advice of others, but it is easy to become confused, injure yourself, or even follow the wrong path. This would result from your lack of an integrated and independent consciousness. Having your own opinion on everything will allow you to know how to deal with all affairs and your life will be left with few regrets.
The Spiritual Significance of Flowers
Flowers by The Mother of Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry
“Flowers speak to us when we know how to listen to them” the Mother said. “It is a subtle and fragrant language”
Chapter 10, named Vibhuti Yoga describes the Power or Lordship & the Pervasiveness Or Immanence of the SELF. The essence in the world of plurality is the SELF. Here Lord Krishna identifies Himself as the most prominent & Chief Factor in all classes of beings, & as the Supreme Factor without which the different classes of beings, objects & ideas cannot exist. To give a glimpse of His pervasiveness & glory, Krishna gives 54 different examples from among
Diversity is visible only in space, and this space is in the Self, which in turn projects it at the moment when differentiation starts although it is not then clear. Rama! Look within.
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• What you perceive as space within is the expanse wherein all creatures exist, and it forms their ‘Self’ or consciousness.
• What they look upon as space is your ‘Self’.
• Thus, the ‘Self’ in one is space in another, and vice versa.
• The same thing cannot differ in its nature.
• Therefore there is no difference between space and ‘Self’ - which is full and perfect Bliss-Consciousness.
The strongest fetter is the certainty that one is bound. It is as false as the fearful hallucinations of a frightened child. Even the best of men cannot find release by any amount of efforts unless his sense of bondage is destroyed.
Harmony: The joy of 'unity in diversity' beyond apparent duality Divyanshi Chugh
This is the output of a year-long yoga-based research project on Harmony. It consists a literature review from the works of an Indian yogi and psychologist, Sri Aurobindo, as well as the findings from a deep personal inquiry on "harmony" within oneself.
Spiritual Awakening simply means awakening from the deep sleep of this world.
Why is this called a deep sleep?
Because in our life on earth, we have indulged ourselves so much in eating, sleeping, drinking, and working 24X7 that we have forgotten the only purpose we came here for.
How to have a Spiritual Awakening? 3 Ways
- By Karmicbuzz.com ;
Karmicbuzz Spirituality Foundation -
An introduction.to Divine Principle and The Spiritual World
Short version
Full version 700+ slides, at
www.slideshare.net/bdp003/dp-spirit-world-28568162
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
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The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptx
Spiriuality
1. 1. Origin and meaning of Spirituality:-
A. The word ‘adhyatma ’ meaning Spirituality is
derived from two words, adhi and atmaan [atmanaha
adhi Adhi means pertaining to the topic and atma
means the soul. Therefore Spirituality (adhyatma)
means pertaining to the soul (atma). Spirituality thus
deals with the nature of the soul and information
related to questions such as who am I, from where
have I come, where will I go after death, etc. Out of the
three qualities of the soul that is Absolute Truth (Sat),
Absolute Consciousness (Chit) and Bliss (Anand),
2. B: Means the total energy in the body and
atman refers to the soul. Spirituality
(adhyatma) is thus the process of leading the
total energy in the body to the soul.
Only the soul is the absolute, ultimate truth.
Everything else being from the Great Illusion
(Maya) is the untruth. Humorously we can
define Spirituality as speaking the untruth or
lying about the truth.
3. 2. Authority in Spirituality:-
Only the one who first qualifies as a seeker
and later as a disciple can become an
authority in Spirituality, that is only he can
get spiritual experiences about the soul
principle
5. 3.1 Limitations of worldly matter
“So long as the culmination of all human capability is death, it
is inevitable that wise people shall look beyond worldly duties
and turn away from the material world. Firstly, his remedies to
obtain happiness do not impart him with happiness. Secondly
all his endeavours, including worldly knowledge prove
inefficient, as the origin as well as the end of the manifest
world is unknown to him. ‘One thing is certain and the rest is
lies. The flower that has bloomed once forever dies.’ This quote
by Umar Khayyam, a great Urdu poet illustrates the futility of
all worldly knowledge. Hence, quotes such as, ‘Path of glory
leads but to the grave’ suggest the helplessness of worldly
capability.” Spirituality is exactly contrary to this.
8. 4:Why is man interested in
Spirituality:-
Each one feels like finding out the one from whom
he has been created and feels like returning to Him.
For instance when one comes of age, if one comes
to know that one’s mother is foster and that the real
one is elsewhere, then one goes in search of her. If
one goes on a vacation to a beautiful foreign land,
at some point one feels like returning home.
Similarly, each one feels at least subtly like going in
search of the Creator and desires to return to Him.
9. 4.1 Desire to go from the
impermanent to the permanent:-
. One feels like giving this impermanent
life a support of the permanent
(Spirituality). That is, one feels like going
from incompleteness to Absoluteness at
some time or the other as there is a
certainty of finding everlasting Bliss on
this path.