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The ancient texts of India speak of a “knowledge for kings, guarded by kings”. The Book of Dharma charts Simon Haas’ journey to India and his “excavation” of the dharma code: a powerful system for making enlightened choices and manifesting our highest potential. Haas apprenticed with an elderly master practitioner in the Bhakti tradition for 16 years and learned from him the system formerly used by kings and queens to effect personal transformation in their lives and rule wisely.

The Christlike character and divine personality of Bhagavân Srî Râmakrishna is revered and worshiped in India today as an ideal manifestation of the divine glory. His life was so extraordinary and unparalleled that within 10 years after his departure from earth, it aroused the admiration, wonder, and reverence not only of all classes of people in his own country, but of many distinguished English and German scholars of the 19th century.

Miracle on Second Avenue is a short, carefully researched documentary book written in a you-are-there style that catalogs the start and growth of the Hare Krishna movement. Miracle on Second Avenue won the 2012 National Indie Excellence Award for Biography. The work is a memoir of Mukunda Goswami, one of the pioneers of the religious group that is now known throughout the world formally as the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).

In The Yoga Matrix, the renowned instructor Richard Freeman immerses us in the rich teachings and sutras that inform the many schools of yoga and reveals how the body can serve as the ultimate laboratory, temple, and place of pilgrimage for spiritual inquiry.

महाभारत भारतीय संस्कृति का अन्यतम ग्रंथ है. इसे पाँचवा वेद कहा गया है. महाभारत में जिस विराट संस्कृति और धर्म, अर्थ, काम, मोक्ष के व्यवहार की आधारशिला रखी गई है, उसका वहन करते हैं योगीराज कृष्ण, भीष्म, द्रोण, कौरव, पाण्डव और प्रकृति शक्ति में कुंती, द्रौपदी तथा गांधारी जैसी सती! डॉक्टर विनय ने महाभारत के अमर पात्रों पर जो विलक्षण कथा शृंखला रची है उसी कड़ी में यह उपन्यास द्रौपदी के विराट चरित्र पर केंद्रित है.

Step into the shadows of Hindu mythology as we uncover the chilling legend of the Vetala – an undead being that haunts forests and graveyards, hanging upside down and challenging travelers to games of wit and riddles. Discover the Vetala’s origins, its haunting stories from the Vetala Panchavimshati, and its role as a symbol of death, knowledge, and trickery. Journey through tales of ancient wisdom, spine-tingling horror, and moral dilemmas as we explore this terrifying and enigmatic figure.

The Taittiriya Upanishad, part of the Yajur Veda, primarily focuses on the concept of Brahman as the ultimate reality, describing it as "Truth, Knowledge, and Infinite Bliss," and explaining that everything in the universe, including the individual self, is a manifestation of this Brahman; it notably introduces the "five sheaths" theory, detailing different layers of human consciousness, from the physical body to the pure Self, and emphasizes the importance of seeking liberation through understanding and realizing this underlying unity through practices like meditation and ...

The Prashna Upanishad is a Hindu philosophical text presented as a series of six questions ("prashna") posed by different disciples to the sage Pippalada, primarily focusing on the nature of Brahman (the ultimate reality), the relationship between the individual self (Atman) and the universal Self, and the path to liberation through meditation, with key themes including the importance of "Prana" (life force) and the three states of consciousness (waking, dreaming, and deep sleep)Exploration of the concept of Brahman, the nature of Atman, the significance of Prana (life force), and the ...

నమస్కారం! .ఈ పాడ్కాస్ట్‌లో శ్రీమద్ భాగవతం యొక్క శ్లోకాలను పఠిస్తూ, వాటి ఆంతర్యాన్ని సులభమైన తెలుగులో వివరించబోతున్నాను. ప్రతి శ్లోకం మన జీవితానికీ సంబంధించి గాఢమైన సారాంశాన్ని అందిస్తుంది, మనం ధ్యానం చేయాల్సిన మహత్తరమైన ...

Welcome to our comprehensive resource on Hinduism, where tradition meets modernity. Our platform is designed to offer in-depth insights into the rich and diverse world of Hinduism. Whether you are seeking knowledge on ancient scriptures, rituals, festivals, or philosophical teachings, this platform serves as a guide to understanding the multifaceted aspects of the Hindu faith. Our platform also highlights the various deities worshipped in Hinduism, explaining their roles and symbolism in the wider context of the universe. In our podcasts we'll be exploring a variety of topics on Hinduism.

Shiva, 'the destroyer' among the Hindu trinity (of gods), is depicted in many contradictory manners. The author, Devdutt Pattanaik, introduces listeners to these varied aspects and representations, and then sets about interpreting them. He explains the different anomalies and conflicts in beliefs, as well as the symbolism, rituals and reasons behind Hindu worship.

The world of yoga is astonishingly rich in its array of schools and practices. Yet, as diverse as they seem, they share a common aim: the discovery of the essence of existence that can be found at the core of our being, and the liberation that comes from that discovery. With this worthy goal in mind, Richard Freeman presents an enlightening overview of the many teachings, practices, and scriptures that serve as the basis for all the schools of yoga - hatha, bhakti, jnana, karma, tantra, and others.

Listening to this story nurtures a strong positive feeling of protection and well-being within the Heart chakra, stimulates the energy of the sternum bone that produces the antibodies that fight infection, and is of particular benefit to mankind today, as the world struggles to cope with the many physical and psychological challenges and the increasing pressures of modern life. This is a Devi Mahatmyam for our time.

Each of us has the power to awaken the divine within. We all have a secret power lying dormant waiting to awaken and arise, coiled like a snake at the base of our being. It is the stuff of legend, but the truth of life that honors the call to spiritual enlightenment and living in the frequency of creation. It is this force that brings you in contact with pure consciousness. This powerful, primal energy is known as Kundalini, and awakening this dormant life force is just the beginning of walking the path of enlightenment.

In the four enthralling histories in this volume of Srimad Bhagavatam, we find out how Krishna reciprocates to whatever desire we have. Through the examples of great kings, gods, and celestials, we learn how to approach Krishna to attain all of life’s important goals. We hear the teachings of great sages, divine incarnations, and the Lord himself, which enable us to ultimately achieve the highest perfection: eternal life in the spiritual atmosphere.

Revisiting Mahabharata with Devdutt Pattanaik is an exclusive presentation by Audible. Mahabharata is a story that communicates Vedic Ideas such as dharma and karma. It narrates the epic quarrel over property between five brothers (the Pandavas) and their hundred cousins (the Kauravas). The events, if real, may have taken place 3,000 years ago in the Gangetic plains. It was composed orally and transmitted for centuries before it was written down in Sanskrit about 2,000 years ago.

Delving into the minds of gods, demons and humans alike, Mahagatha seeks a deeper understanding of their motivations. The timelessness of their impulses speaks across the aeons to audiences of today. Written in lively prose, these 100 tales will entertain and enlighten, and make you connect the dots of Hindu mythology like never before.

Followers of many religious traditions have come to recognize Autobiography of a Yogi as a masterpiece of spiritual literature. Yet, for all its depth, it is full of gentle humor, lively stories, and practical common sense. Now, with this audiobook, the 1946 edition is again available, with all its inherent power, just as the great master of yoga first presented it.

Easwaran's classic manual is a unique source of practical spiritual support for new and experienced meditators, and gives all the instruction needed to establish a vibrant meditation practice and keep it going. In passage meditation, you focus attention on passages, or texts, drawn from all the world's sacred traditions. You choose the passages that appeal to you, so this universal method stays fresh and inspiring, prompting you to live out your highest ideals.

The Inner Work will take you on a hero’s journey through the uncharted depths of your subconscious mind to understand your shadows and unlock the greatness of your full potential. Through the uprooting of limiting beliefs and transcendence of themes of consciousness which perpetuate suffering, true freedom and lasting happiness will finally be revealed. By process of radical self-analysis and a practical three-step method, The Inner Work invites you to let go of your struggle with life. If you are a human, and you want to be happy, this book is for you.