Chalisa and Aarti Sangrah in Hindi
Mantra Shloka and Stotras
We may think that one who has a big house on Juhu beach or one who is driving a fancy car or one who has a beautiful wife, is fortunate. But the real fortunate person is the one who takes to the process of devotional service; one who understands that Krsna is the Supreme Personality…
Kali Yuga, this time of degeneration with all its difficulties and challenges, also provides us with a unique opportunity to wake up. May each one of us foster this intention for the benefit of all beings. BIOGRAPHY Dr. Paula (Laxmi) Horan is known worldwide for her numerous books, seminars and retreats on alternative and complimentary…
Every tree, every flower has a season. Everyone will experience spring in their lives, not just once, but over and over. BIOGRAPHY The rise and fall of every human being has its effect on the overall human consciousness. Every lesson learnt, every mistake committed, every error corrected, every discovery, every invention, every insight, every idea,…
We float in the effulgence of one scintillating unseen cosmic energy called the ‘Devi’ – the Divine Mother, womb of all creation. BIOGRAPHY Bhanu Narasimhan has played a key role in The Art of Living Foundation, since its inception. Founded in 1981 by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, The Art of Living Foundation is a non-profit,…
It was not until rocket engines were built with a strong enough thrust to escape the Earth’s gravity that man actually landed on the moon. In the same manner, those of us who wish to get closer to Divinity can attain our goal only when we are able to generate enough upward thrust to break…
The term “spirituality” is used quite vaguely these days to refer to anything ranging from those who subscribe to an eclectic mix of practices, traditions and beliefs, to those who may agree with the foundational aspects of a religion while not adhering to all the rituals, to those who believe in a divine power without…
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Countless people across the world ask me : “Have you converted to Hinduism?” The question is understandable. After all, people don’t often behold an American woman of Jewish ancestry draped in the saffron robes of a Hindu renunciant. However, although the question is simple, the answer is complex. Hinduism does not convert. It does not…
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It’s time to log off, writes SADHVI BHAGAWATI SARASWATI, from Parmarth Ashram, Rishikesh, referring to our increasing dependence and addiction to the virtual world Iwas speaking at an event recently in the hall of an upscale hotel. On both sides of the stage were the large LED screens that have become ubiquitous at programmes these…
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The Maratha King Shivaji Maharaj (19 February 1630 – 3 April 1680), popularly known as Shivraya, ruled over his own State, carved out of Bijapur Adilshahi territory, only for a short span of six years(1674-1680), but even today he is considered the Great Maratha King who laid the foundation of benevolent rule in present day Maharashtra. Chhatrapati Shivaji was…
Zhasi ki rani ki lagna Patrika, wedding card