29. ASTANGAYOGA(S). Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dhyana, Dharana and Samadhi. (1)Yama – That which prevents the yogis from doing prohibited things – Ahirhsa, Satya, Asteya, Brahmacarya and Aparigraha are yamas. (2)Niyama – Actions leading to Moksa. They are: (1) SAUCA – Cleanliness of the mind cleaning it of such bad qualities like jealousy. (2) […]
Eight – Every number has a certain power which is expressed both by its symbol to denote its representation and by its connection to universal principles. Numbers have relationships with all things in nature, thus making them supremely powerful symbolic expressions. Eight represents eternity and infinity. In fact in mathematics the symbol for infinity is […]
Symbolism in Numbers – 5 ( Contd..) Panca prasada – a temple with 4 pinnacles and a steeple. Panca bala – the 5 forces or strengths – faith, energy, recollection, self-concentration and reason. Pancavadi – places where these 5 trees are present – Aswatha, Bilva, Vata, Dhatri and Asoka. Panca valkala – a collection […]
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Every number has a certain power which is expressed both by its symbol to denote its representation and by its connection to universal principles. Numbers have relationships with all things in nature, thus making them supremely powerful symbolic expressions. Muslims pray 5 times in a day. Five major disasters – war, epidemics, famine, pollution and […]
Every number has a certain power which is expressed both by its symbol to denote its representation and by its connection to universal principles. Numbers have relationships with all things in nature, thus making them supremely powerful symbolic expressions. Five is the symbol of human microcosm. No. 5 represents the human forms – the […]
Noble Thoughts Excerpts of discussions between two sages in Mahabharata. While reading, please consider the fact that this was written 3000 years ago and how relevant it is even today! What are the sorrows of human beings? There are many instances of misery that are seen among men in this world! Life with persons that […]
Sama, Dana, Bheda, Danda, Maya, Upeksha and Indrajala are the seven techniques used by Kings to rule their Kingdoms. This is a political methodology to approach a given situation. Start with conciliation or gentle persuasion (Sama). If that does not help, offer money/material wealth (Dana). If that still does not change the status quo, use […]
(10) Krimibhojanam (Food for worms) – Depraved Brahmans who take their food without worshipping gods and honoring guests, are thrown into this “Krimibhojana” Naraka which is one lakh yojanas in extent. Worms, insects and serpents sting them and eat them up. Once their bodies are completely eaten up by these creatures, they are provided with […]
Ancient India represented a distinct tradition of law, and had a historically independent school of legal theory and practice. The Arthashastra, dating from 400 BC and the Manusmriti, from 100 AD, were influential treatises in India, texts that were considered authoritative legal guidance. Manu’s central philosophy was tolerance and pluralism, and was cited across Southeast […]