Shad ritus are the six seasons of the Hindu calendar, each lasting for two months, which are based on the movement of the sun and the moon. They are: The following table shows the sixContinue reading

According to Hindu mythology, there are eight immortals or Chiranjeevis, who are said to live until the end of the current cycle of creation and destruction, known as Kalpa. They are: These are some ofContinue reading

The saptarishis are the seven great sages of Hindu mythology, who are regarded as the mind-born sons of Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe. They are the guardians of the divine laws and theContinue reading

According to Ayurveda, there are six tastes or rasas that have different effects on the body and mind. They are as follows: Rasa Element Dosha Example Madhura ( Sweet ) Earth and water Vata andContinue reading

Name Meaning How to Overcome Avidya Ignorance or misconception of reality Cultivate wisdom and discernment through study, reflection, and meditation Asmita Egoism or identification with the false self Practice detachment and self-inquiry to realize theContinue reading

Chakra Location Element Lotus Petals Beej Mantra Goddess Color Muladhara Base of the spine Earth 4 LAM Dakini Red Svadhisthana Below the navel Water 6 VAM Rakini Orange Manipura Above the navel Fire 10 RAMContinue reading

Mala Definition Dhatu Purisha (faeces) The feces or stool that is excreted from the large intestine.  Mainly composed of undigested food residues and waste products from rasa and rakta dhatus. Mutra (urine) The urine thatContinue reading

There are only four things in medicine: The science based on

Sure, I can help you with that. Here is a table that explains the three doshas, their elements and their significance, based on the web search results: Dosha Element Significance Vata – Air + EtherContinue reading

Name Meaning Symbolism Shailaputri Daughter of the mountains Purity and devotion Brahmacharini One who practices devout austerity Happiness and grace Chandraghanta One with a half-moon shaped bell on her forehead Peace, tranquility, and prosperity KushmandaContinue reading

4 Vedas 4 UpaVedas (abodes of knowledge) 6 Vedangas

The 64 arts or kalas are the skills or techniques that one must learn as part of Indian culture. They are believed to be mastered by Lord Krishna, who learned them from his guru SandipaniContinue reading

The three granthis are the psychic knots or blockages in the human body that hinder the free flow of energy. Name Location Chakra Element Associations Brahma granthi Base of the spine Muladhara and Svadhisthana Earth,Continue reading

All this, All that, All is Brahman

There are different types of supernatural beings in Hindu mythology. They have different qualities and powers to cause harm to humans and other creatures. Here is a brief differentiation between them:

According to the Indian tradition, Vak (or Vac) is the Sanskrit word for speech, voice, or language. Vak is also the name of a goddess who personifies speech and creativity. Vak has different types orContinue reading

The five types of pranas are the five types of energy or life force that are described by Hindu or yogic philosophy. They are also known as the five vayus, or the five winds. EachContinue reading

Tamasic Aspirant Name Element Symbolic Meaning Madya Fire Divine ecstasy and bliss, burning of ignorance and impurities Mamsa Earth Vitality and strength, nourishment of the body and grounding of the spirit Matsya Water Fluidity andContinue reading

How does one surrender to the divine will? Surrendering to the divine will is a spiritual practice that involves letting go of your own ego and attachments, and trusting in the higher power that guidesContinue reading

Here is a table with the inner meaning of every siddhi: Siddhi Ability Inner Meaning Aṇimā The ability to reduce one’s body to the size of an atom. connect to your deepest self Mahimā TheContinue reading

1. Rig Veda – The oldest and most sacred Veda, containing hymns, prayers, and praises to various deities and aspects of nature 2. Yajur Veda – The Veda of rituals, ceremonies, and sacrifices, containing proseContinue reading

The 10 great Mahavidyas worshipped as part of Tantra Sadhana.

The six Dharsanas/systems of Indian thought: S.No. Darshana Sage Summary 1 Nyaya Gautama Muni A school of logic and epistemology that states that nothing is acceptable unless it is in accordance with reason and experience.Continue reading

Tantra – Expansion till you reach liberation. Expansion through Devata Upasana via Tantra is about accepting reality as it is. Without any raga or dvesha. Embracing and living through reality. Upasana is performed for anyContinue reading

Primarily it is about reading the following:

5 Ishwar tattvas 7 Shakti tattvas 4 Atma tattvas – Antahkaranas 20 Prakriti tattvas 5 Ganendriyas 5 Karmendriyas 5 Tanmatras 5 Panchamahabhutas Srotra Vak Shabda Akasha Tvak Pani Sparsha Vayu Chaksu Pada Rupa Agni JivhaContinue reading

The three bodies

The above is part of Samkhya philosophy by Kapila muni. Here is a link to a blog post on Samkhya Karika

God, give me grace to accept with serenitythe things that cannot be changed,Courage to change the thingswhich should be changed,and the Wisdom to distinguishthe one from the other. Living one day at a time,Enjoying oneContinue reading

Oxygen-rich Blood is pumped by the heart to various organs of the body through Arteries and Oxygen-poor blood is circulated back to heart through Veins. Both Arteries and Veins are connected through Capillaries where theContinue reading

The Se7en Body Tissues: Dhatu Definition Function Rasa The body fluids, including plasma, lymph, and intercellular fluids.  Rasa provides nutrition and hydration to all cells and tissues Rakta The blood components, mainly the red bloodContinue reading

Oxygen Consumption is the measure of Spiritual Progress Click here for more Another article here Another interesting article here Reactive oxygen species ( ROS) – free radicals affect our healthspan. Article here Aging and calorieContinue reading

DharmaChakra Mudra as used by Buddha during his first Sermon at Sarnath to his five disciples. Your karma ( Soul’s journey ) determines what you choose as your dharma ( Life purpose ) Live yourContinue reading