The document discusses the five yamas or restraints in yoga practice: Saucha (purity), Santosha (contentment), Tapas (spiritual discipline), Svadhyaya (study of self), and Ishvara Pranidhana (surrender to God). It provides explanations and examples for each yama, emphasizing the importance of purity of thought and action, contentment with what one has, focused spiritual practice and study, and surrendering the ego to God or a higher power. Maintaining these yamas is said to lead to enlightenment, peace, and understanding of one's purpose and role in the universe.
All you need is kindfulness - A collection of Ajahn Brahm's quotesViet Hung Nguyen
I'm so much of a fan of Ajahn Brahm. And here is the great collection of his quotes for meditation and all. Hope you enjoy it. It's originally posted here http://www.dhammaloka.org.au/books.html.
It is through the Sahasrara chakra that you are able to connect to the power that created you. Through this, you may discover the meaning of your life. It represents your ultimate destination – the realization of heaven on earth.
Each of your six main chakras (from Mooladhara through Agnya) has roots within your brain. When you practice Sahaja Yoga, the Kundalini rises. It passes through each of the six chakras and settles in the limbic region of your brain. This process is also known as Spiritual Enlightenment.
The Sahasrara chakra is represented in the hollow space within the limbic area. One thousand nerves surround this space. When the Kundalini energy enters your Sahasrara chakra through meditation, all these nerves fire in unison. The Kundalini energy then manifests through the top of your head and unites with the Divine Energy of the universe.
A creative report of a 3-day charrette (29-31 March, 2013) at The Gnostic Centre, to focus on Academy of the Future (a consciousness based university of tomorrow). The group focused on new modes of learning and facilitation, new structures of governance and curriculum, new forms of architecture to express the new approach to education.
A Power Point Presentation on the profound and most insightful quotes from the great Thai Meditation Teacher, Achan Chah. Compiled by Bro. Oh Teik Bin, Lower Perak Buddhist Association, Teluk Intan, Malaysia. For Dhamma Reflection to help us grow in Wisdom.
The fundamental qualities imparted by your Vishuddhi chakra include effective communication and a sense of community. When your Vishuddhi is balanced and energized, you feel in harmony with the rest of humanity. It is through the Vishuddhi chakra that you receive the ability to be diplomatic, polite and pleasant.
The Vishuddhi chakra also gives you the ability to accept shortcomings and challenges without feelings of guilt.
All you need is kindfulness - A collection of Ajahn Brahm's quotesViet Hung Nguyen
I'm so much of a fan of Ajahn Brahm. And here is the great collection of his quotes for meditation and all. Hope you enjoy it. It's originally posted here http://www.dhammaloka.org.au/books.html.
It is through the Sahasrara chakra that you are able to connect to the power that created you. Through this, you may discover the meaning of your life. It represents your ultimate destination – the realization of heaven on earth.
Each of your six main chakras (from Mooladhara through Agnya) has roots within your brain. When you practice Sahaja Yoga, the Kundalini rises. It passes through each of the six chakras and settles in the limbic region of your brain. This process is also known as Spiritual Enlightenment.
The Sahasrara chakra is represented in the hollow space within the limbic area. One thousand nerves surround this space. When the Kundalini energy enters your Sahasrara chakra through meditation, all these nerves fire in unison. The Kundalini energy then manifests through the top of your head and unites with the Divine Energy of the universe.
A creative report of a 3-day charrette (29-31 March, 2013) at The Gnostic Centre, to focus on Academy of the Future (a consciousness based university of tomorrow). The group focused on new modes of learning and facilitation, new structures of governance and curriculum, new forms of architecture to express the new approach to education.
A Power Point Presentation on the profound and most insightful quotes from the great Thai Meditation Teacher, Achan Chah. Compiled by Bro. Oh Teik Bin, Lower Perak Buddhist Association, Teluk Intan, Malaysia. For Dhamma Reflection to help us grow in Wisdom.
The fundamental qualities imparted by your Vishuddhi chakra include effective communication and a sense of community. When your Vishuddhi is balanced and energized, you feel in harmony with the rest of humanity. It is through the Vishuddhi chakra that you receive the ability to be diplomatic, polite and pleasant.
The Vishuddhi chakra also gives you the ability to accept shortcomings and challenges without feelings of guilt.
The various countries in our world represent the different chakra positions of Our mother Earth. If you truly yearn for world peace, learn to cleanse your nations by collectively clearing your individual selves.
Citizens of various countries should wake up to this spiritual call and start working towards reaching the ONE destination that we all crave for…World Peace!
You will notice that citizens are already blessed with the qualities as given with each chakra – eg. Africa is known for its stellar creativity (2nd chakra) – be it music, songs..and America (5th Chakra) is known for its communication skills and building communities.. bringing people closer – Facebook, Whatsapp…..
The second chakra is the chakra of creativity, pure attention and pure knowledge. It is the one which connects us to the inner source of inspiration and enables us to experience the beauty around us. This is also the center of pure, steady attention and power of concentration. On the physical level it looks after our liver, kidneys and the lower abdomen. When we think too much, this center gets drained of energy and damage to the chakra occurs.
Dadaji, the living embodiment of Satyanarayan, awakens us to Mahanam, to the Truth within. That is, whether we meet Dada in person or through a book such as this. And, the time approaches when the whole world accepts Eternal Religion. Dadaji's Love, Divine Fragrance and His revelations of Truth within as Mahanam usher in the Golden Age of Truth.
The Void, along with your Nabhi and Swadisthan chakras, represents an integrated spiritual group. Together, these three elements dictate the course of your evolution, from your creation to your ultimate awareness of spirituality and your journey thereon.
The Void is so named because it represents the ocean of unenlightened awareness (or void) within an individual’s knowledge. Each individual may require the guidance of a true master or truthful spiritual teachings in order to realize his or her true spiritual nature. When you learn the truth of the spirit, your Void, or the gap in your central channel, is filled. This event occurs as you receive your Kundalini awakening and awareness.
Zen master's instructions for how to sit in meditation and why is is the essential practice of the Buddha-Way. Dōgen lived from 1200 to 1253. He was born in Kyōto, Japan, and the founder of the Sōtō school of Zen. He is considered a great philosopher as well as a great teacher.
‘Flowering of Bliss’ is based on a series of talks on ‘Upadesha Saram’ delivered by Sri Prabhuji and contains the essence of Sri Ramana Maharshi’s teachings. All our lives, we seek eternal happiness in the outer world, forgetting that it is our own essential nature. Is it possible to transcend this conditioning? In order to facilitate this, Sri Ramana Maharshi revealed the direct path to Self-realization and permanent bliss through the process of self-inquiry. This is a truly transformational commentary on ‘Upadesha Saram’ because it contains innumerable insights which help us to assimilate these truths and relate them to our day-to-day experience. It is a must-have guide book for every seeker.
The fundamental quality of the Anahat chakra is unconditional love. It is through energizing the heart chakra that you are able to become confident, self-assured, morally responsible and emotionally well balanced.
Smile To Your Heart Meditations: Simple Practices for Peace, Health and Spiri...Padmacahaya International
We’ve long been told to “follow our heart”—that this is where the truth is kept. And whenever we have feelings of peace, calmness or joy, it’s experienced not in our head, but in our heart. So what makes the heart so special? How can our heart help us in our daily life? What is the spiritual meaning of the heart?
Bestselling Indonesian author Irmansyah Effendi has created a joyful, practical and universal “user’s guide” for the spiritual heart. Smile To Your Heart Meditations: Simple Practices for Peace, Health, and Spiritual Growth introduces readers to their spiritual hearts and shares simple yet effective techniques to easily and continually connect to the Source of peace, calmness and joy within.
When God speaks or gave the command Be It, the Creation came into being and the creative elements and all creative forces are under His control. The Word of God controls the entire creation. His creation obeys His command. But when we speak, the Fire Element is not in our control and so is the case with the other functions as well as the deities at the intermediate level. This is the beginning of our sorrows because as image of God we do not reflect the properties of the Original.
Throughout 2016, Heartfulness Magazine has featured many articles on the science of spirituality including a series by Kamlesh D. Patel on the evolution of consciousness, one of the hottest topics in integrative medicine and psychology today. For the December issue, we are delighted to present these articles in a special collector’s edition for your enjoyment. www.heartfulness.org
An experience on the sufi path.
At the Amazing new OSHO BALI RETREAT CENTER
JANUARY 14-20, 2014
US$950 PER PERSON , incl. all meals and shared
private villa. PAID BEFORE Dec.1 ,2013 $850
The various countries in our world represent the different chakra positions of Our mother Earth. If you truly yearn for world peace, learn to cleanse your nations by collectively clearing your individual selves.
Citizens of various countries should wake up to this spiritual call and start working towards reaching the ONE destination that we all crave for…World Peace!
You will notice that citizens are already blessed with the qualities as given with each chakra – eg. Africa is known for its stellar creativity (2nd chakra) – be it music, songs..and America (5th Chakra) is known for its communication skills and building communities.. bringing people closer – Facebook, Whatsapp…..
The second chakra is the chakra of creativity, pure attention and pure knowledge. It is the one which connects us to the inner source of inspiration and enables us to experience the beauty around us. This is also the center of pure, steady attention and power of concentration. On the physical level it looks after our liver, kidneys and the lower abdomen. When we think too much, this center gets drained of energy and damage to the chakra occurs.
Dadaji, the living embodiment of Satyanarayan, awakens us to Mahanam, to the Truth within. That is, whether we meet Dada in person or through a book such as this. And, the time approaches when the whole world accepts Eternal Religion. Dadaji's Love, Divine Fragrance and His revelations of Truth within as Mahanam usher in the Golden Age of Truth.
The Void, along with your Nabhi and Swadisthan chakras, represents an integrated spiritual group. Together, these three elements dictate the course of your evolution, from your creation to your ultimate awareness of spirituality and your journey thereon.
The Void is so named because it represents the ocean of unenlightened awareness (or void) within an individual’s knowledge. Each individual may require the guidance of a true master or truthful spiritual teachings in order to realize his or her true spiritual nature. When you learn the truth of the spirit, your Void, or the gap in your central channel, is filled. This event occurs as you receive your Kundalini awakening and awareness.
Zen master's instructions for how to sit in meditation and why is is the essential practice of the Buddha-Way. Dōgen lived from 1200 to 1253. He was born in Kyōto, Japan, and the founder of the Sōtō school of Zen. He is considered a great philosopher as well as a great teacher.
‘Flowering of Bliss’ is based on a series of talks on ‘Upadesha Saram’ delivered by Sri Prabhuji and contains the essence of Sri Ramana Maharshi’s teachings. All our lives, we seek eternal happiness in the outer world, forgetting that it is our own essential nature. Is it possible to transcend this conditioning? In order to facilitate this, Sri Ramana Maharshi revealed the direct path to Self-realization and permanent bliss through the process of self-inquiry. This is a truly transformational commentary on ‘Upadesha Saram’ because it contains innumerable insights which help us to assimilate these truths and relate them to our day-to-day experience. It is a must-have guide book for every seeker.
The fundamental quality of the Anahat chakra is unconditional love. It is through energizing the heart chakra that you are able to become confident, self-assured, morally responsible and emotionally well balanced.
Smile To Your Heart Meditations: Simple Practices for Peace, Health and Spiri...Padmacahaya International
We’ve long been told to “follow our heart”—that this is where the truth is kept. And whenever we have feelings of peace, calmness or joy, it’s experienced not in our head, but in our heart. So what makes the heart so special? How can our heart help us in our daily life? What is the spiritual meaning of the heart?
Bestselling Indonesian author Irmansyah Effendi has created a joyful, practical and universal “user’s guide” for the spiritual heart. Smile To Your Heart Meditations: Simple Practices for Peace, Health, and Spiritual Growth introduces readers to their spiritual hearts and shares simple yet effective techniques to easily and continually connect to the Source of peace, calmness and joy within.
When God speaks or gave the command Be It, the Creation came into being and the creative elements and all creative forces are under His control. The Word of God controls the entire creation. His creation obeys His command. But when we speak, the Fire Element is not in our control and so is the case with the other functions as well as the deities at the intermediate level. This is the beginning of our sorrows because as image of God we do not reflect the properties of the Original.
Throughout 2016, Heartfulness Magazine has featured many articles on the science of spirituality including a series by Kamlesh D. Patel on the evolution of consciousness, one of the hottest topics in integrative medicine and psychology today. For the December issue, we are delighted to present these articles in a special collector’s edition for your enjoyment. www.heartfulness.org
An experience on the sufi path.
At the Amazing new OSHO BALI RETREAT CENTER
JANUARY 14-20, 2014
US$950 PER PERSON , incl. all meals and shared
private villa. PAID BEFORE Dec.1 ,2013 $850
A prayer (In loving Memory of our dear friend Prakash Tanksale…www.slideshar...Anny_b
In loving Memory of our dear friend Prakash Tanksale…
http://www.slideshare.net/tanksons
He will be missed but not forgotten...
Thank you for all you did for all of us.
Thank you for being a part of our lives.
I was very lucky to collaborate with him in two power point presentations
’The-Bulls-Part-2’ and ’A prayer’, I’ll upload this presentations here at SS community, in loving memory of our dear friend. I am very grateful for his time, patience and encouraging words, always here to motivate, inspire others. He shared with all of us his wisdom and knowledge. He will remain in our hearts, prayers and minds always.
My sincere condolences and prayers to Prankash Tanksale’s family.
Here is comment posted by Prakash Tanksale, september 29, 2008 in his blog,
http://focusonetodigest.blogspot.com/ about this presentation 'A Prayer'
The December 2017 Collector's Edition is a landmark for publication in the field of science of spirituality, featuring Daaji's article on 'The Evolution of Consciousness". The articles cover the topic of consciousness from vaious perspectives, including its central role in human development, the spectrum of the space-time continuum. and a detailed map of the inner journey of expansion of consciousness. It is a must-have for all who wish to understand the workings of the human mind and heart from both the scientific and spiritual perspectives.
Swami Premodaya states, "The primary obstacles to traveling effectively in inner space are your very own preferences, judgments and pre-conceived ideas."
This article was first published in the Whole Person Times in 2010 and is remains powerful and relevant today.
Swami Premodaya is a spiritual teacher and guru whose wit and wisdom, and real effectiveness, have made him popular with seekers across North America and Europe. He holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology and was formerly the Director of Outpatient Psychiatry at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills. After being formally initiated as a disciple of Osho in 1983 and undergoing many transformative and mystical experiences thereafter, he founded the International Centers of Divine Awakening (ICODA) in 2004, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering his God-given mission of spiritual guidance, education and upliftment to any and all spiritual seekers.
Swami Premodaya's teachings center around self-knowledge, de-conditioning, and actualized awareness of the Divine—in a real and practical manner—which results in truly opening the heart and fully accessing the ‘love incarnate’ that resides in all beings.
ICODA's mission is to offer profound life, love, peace and truth affirming transformational work for individuals and groups.
www.I-CODA.org
It takes but the Spirit to connect with the Soul
& the Mind to be attuned to the Body. When a sense of permanence is lost by that which filled a valuable place, the loss requires a transformation that becomes the "Move into You".
Eckhart Tolle: Nature [in english] (por: amik / carlitosrangel)Carlos Rangel
(jun.08) The wise words of the acclaimed comtemporary thinker Eckhart Tolle, in relation to our contact with nature an the here and now.
Original creation: Amik
Graphic reedition originally in spanish: Carlos Rangel
original texts in english by courtesy of CG
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
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
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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
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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 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.
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 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.
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.
2. • Saucha means purity of
thoughts and actions,
which can be
accomplished by avoiding
unclean thoughts and
behaviour such as
harbouring ill thoughts or
feelings towards others,
participating in verbal
gossip, telling lies, etc.
3. The path we choose should not
hurt others either physically are
mentally.
It should be based on truthfulness
and transparent, should not be
deceptive.
It should not allow us to steal
others wealth, either money,
assets or intellectual property
It should not make us possessive
of material wealth or mortal
things.
It should lead us to a balanced life
style with out extremes.
Then the path is called, path of
purity.
4. Pure intentions and
thoughts makes one to
shine like a Sun.
It enlightens others and
show them the path of
righteousness.
A pure heart kindles many
hearts and like a chain
reaction it transforms the
entire society into pure.
5. The purity of nature can
inspire and encourage
you to become pure.
The blue sky, the serene
waters, fresh and
unpolluted air can lift
your spirits up and instill
in you a sense of
serenity.
They harbor in you great
feelings like love, joy and
blissfulness.
6.
7. Santosha means
peacefulness and happiness
by contentment. We can
learn contentment if we
observe the less privileged
who may not have so much
as a loaf of bread. Be
content with what you have
and if you feel you should
have more, earn it by hard
and honest work. The real
happiness lies within you,
not in external things.
8. One cannot get contentment
in material possessions and
pleasures, as it is futile to
search for vegetation in a
desert land.
It is a mirage , we cannot
find happiness somewhere
outside of us . It is our
contentment, which is
internal, that gives us real
happiness and that is called
Santhosha.
9. The little you get by your
own efforts and with pure
heart without deceiving
others will give you the
happiness which is lasting.
Once you enjoy this kind of
happiness, you never go to
the so called happiness you
derive from the material
possessions and earnings by
way of deceitful means.
10. The butterfly is content with
the little honey it draws and
it do so without hurting the
flower.
The Dolphins are Happy , by
playing in the water without
hurting others.
It is a feast to our eyes,
observing both of them, and
we get pleasure out of it.
11. Be contented like a little baby,
enjoy life with unpolluted
mind and purity of heart. The
radiance from your heart
should keep others contented.
The little flowers, though they
live only for a few days, keeps
everybody pleasant, just by
their sight and fragrance.
12. Tapas means the
continuous and
constant quest for
knowing the truth.
This is a heated focus
of attention, a one-
mindedness that we
cannot be distracted
from. It drives us to
inexhaustibly seek the
truth.
13. The eagle soars very high in the
sky, but could see a smallest
creature on the ground below. Its
powerful vision, very keen
observation and concentration
makes it possible. Tapas is
nothing but utmost concentration
on the subject of our study. With
unwavering concentration ,one
can achieve anything he desires.
Improving our vision, power of
observation and achieving
unwavering concentration are the
prime requisites for doing Tapas.
14. Don’t run around the
things, concentrate on the
core, untiringly. Till you
achieve don’t allow your
mind to waver, that is the
only way to achieve things.
Tapas is not for getting
worldly things, it is for
knowing your inner self,
the essence of your being.
To understand the purpose
of your life and meaning of
your existence. It is a
spiritual quest for knowing
the truth.
15. See the light within
by turning your
vision inward. It
will show you the
path of salvation,
all your doubts
dissipate. The true
realization of self
can be attained.
16. Find a quiet and serene
place, in woods or near a
beautiful stream, where the
air is fresh without pollution
and calm without the noise
of concrete jungle.
Even you can create this
environ by sitting in your
drawing room , turning your
vision inward and visualizing
the serene atmosphere.
Start your Spiritual quest, it
will lead you to the life of
harmony and peace.
17. Svadhyaya means the study
and acquisition of knowledge,
which can be useful to
understand human nature.
Traditionally this has applied
to study of scriptures;
however, it can apply to any
form of study that increases
understanding of one’s self
and his or her place in the
Cosmos. One should know
what he or she is, which is
possible only by self-analysis
and introspection.
18. Knowledge and Wisdom are
carried from generation to
generation through various
means. In human beings this has
been carried out through
language, since ancient times.
In every civilization, there are
treatises of knowledge passed
onto successive generations,
called scriptures. By learning the
scriptures one can have the
knowledge of various things
which are useful not only in day
to day life, but also about the
cosmos and our place there in.
19. Even in animals Knowledge and
Wisdom are carried from generation
to generation through DNA.
The knowledge thus carried out gets
improved by learning new things in
new environments.
We don’t know the thinking process
of the animals, but most of the
mammals, whether domesticated or
otherwise, quickly adopt themselves
to the new environ. By this we
understand that even the animals
have rational way of thinking and
knowing their capabilities . Hence,
we can assume that even the
animals have self assessment and
self analysis and know their
strengths and weaknesses.
20. We, human beings supposed
to be more intelligent and
more evolved and to evolve
further what we need to do?
We should understand our
own nature, our purpose of life
and for that we should have
introspection. We should study
ourselves and become masters
of ourselves. This is called
Svadhyaya.
21. By studying Scriptures, by
listening to the wise, by
introspection and by
Tapas one can able to
master himself and
understand the intricacies
of life.
One can learn many
things with humility,
respecting others’ views
and by being silent.
22. • Ishvara Pranidhana
means surrender to the
Universal Great Integrity
of Being. In other words,
surrender to God, by
whichever name you call
it. This also means
dedication of all actions
to God. It can also be
thought of as surrender
of our individual ego to
our own higher-self.
23. The cosmos, what we know, is
trillions of trillion times bigger
than our own galaxy.
Our earth is of the size of a
drop of water in the ocean
when compared to our galaxy.
On this earth, human beings
are one of the millions of
species that live on.
How tiny we are !
24. As per the Vedas, the manifested Universe is
only one fourth of God (Purusha).
The Human beings think that they can
control and dictate the universe with their
ego centric nature. One should understand
that our power is nothing before the nature,
even we could not stop Tsunami's that occur
on earth.
With humility, we should bow before the
Omni potent Universe that is the reflection
of God. We should harness the natural
forces in a positive perspective and use it for
the common good of all living and non-living
things. In other words, we should surrender
our ego to the Universal Ego (GOD) and by
this way we can know our purpose of life
and get guidance.
25. When you surrender yourself to
the Omni potent and seek
guidance, you can see your path
even in the darkest of places.
When you overcome the ego,
there is no duality and you are
one with the God.
“Blood shaking my heart with an
awful daring of a moments’
Surrender, which an age of
prudence can never retract.”
- T S ELIOT
(Nobel laureate in Literature)
26. When you shine your inner self
with the light of Devine Will by
surrendering to it, every thing
become vibrant with dazzling
colours.
Your heart becomes a fully blown
lotus, even in its earthly existence.
Hence, pray and surrender by
saying
“Lead me
from ignorance to knowledge
from darkness to light
From death to immortality”