Category Archives: India Themes
Like everyone who cares for India, after reading world-wide reports on the poor, not to say shoddy preparations for the event, I too was concerned about how the Commonwealth Games would start and unravel, and I too secretly prayed that things work out well before the appointed hour. When I saw the opening day celebrations …
Thoughts on Hanuman Jayanti Day
Cultures and civilizations rely on material things for the satisfaction of their physical needs. But they are also inspired by ideals, ennobled by ideas, and enhanced by visions and abstract principles for their spiritual sustenance. So we have majestic names and enriching icons in all traditions. In the complex canvass of Hindu culture, there is …
On Rama: The Bhakti Mode
No matter how enriching historical and cultural analyses of the Ramayana may be for those who are inclined to such modes, a significant aspect of Hindu culture is that the major personages in the epic: Rama and Sita, Lakshmana and Hanuman, have acquired an exalted and sanctified status in the heart and soul of millions. …
Consciusness: A Hindu Perspective: Brahman, Purusha, and Prakriti
The capacity for awareness and experience, for logical analysis and joyful interaction constitutes the intangible component in the fleeting persistence of Homo sapience. This is the essence of what we call the human spirit. Just as there is more to a flower than soil and tree-branch, the spirit is more than neural network, heartbeat and …
On Religious Tolerance: A Hindu’s Perspective
In chronological terms we live in the twenty-first century. But in some contexts many people are still functioning in a bygone era which was characterized by interfaith hurt and anger In chronological terms we live in the twenty-first century. But in some contexts many people are still functioning in a bygone era which was characterized …
Homage to Sarasvati
The Supreme Mystery that awakens the mind, The root of ev’ry syllable and word, The fount of joy in glorious music, The rhythm in dance that’s full of life; The magic in numbers, the wonder in symbols, The spark of knowledge, the flash of insight; The wisdom in books and the beauty in arts: All …
MEDITATION ON SHIVA
Shiva Oh Mystic Power, Auspicious is Your name. The Vedas call you Rudra, Your wrath has gained much fame. As third of the Triple MUrti, dissolution you do bring Yet as Pashupati, You protect each living thing. You are the source of conscious self, and this is a vision of You In our sacred history: …
