There was a time in Adi Shankaracharya’s life when he left his body in a cave and inhabited the body of a king to learn all about pleasures. He had been asked questions on sexual relations and marital obligations by …
Prahlada was the young son of Hiranyakashipu, an asura who had tried killing his own son because he was devoted to Bhagavan Narayana. We had heard/seen of his story in episode 271 – Wisdom Teachings from Prahlada . Continuing, Hiranya …
Generally, when we remember a person who is no more available physically, we may remember the person’s achievements and qualities. At best this is information alright and may have some inspirational value. But remembering Adi Shankaracharya and his key contributions …
It is a courtroom setting. The judge sits at the front, overseeing the proceedings. You are the defendant, Jeeva, 45 years old who has felt struck by events in life and wants to hold someone responsible for how your life …
After Bhagavan Rama, just the mention of Hanuman brings a smile to our faces. He has become the beloved of all due to his unparalleled courage, power and devotion. There is no one like him in our Itihāsa, or Purāna. …
Sri Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram is a remarkable set of 26 devotional verses dedicated to Bhagavan Sri Rama composed by Jagadguru Adi Shankaracharya. The Stotram refers to the unchanging nature of Sri Rama that is Brahman, the limitless being, Sri …
In one of the sessions of my Svadharma course, Vikram S remarked – I pray that I walk the path of Dharma like Sri Rama despite all his difficulties, that I have the shakti and bhakti of Hanuman, that I …
We think that the big decisions shape our lives. Actually, what we do in simple, ordinary moments shape our lives. Let ‘s consider An ordinary, typical day at work – Your team leader makes a presentation to the Vice President …
Prahlada was the youngest of four sons to Hiranyakashipu. He was endowed with daivi-sampat, qualities which are the heritage of the devas. He honoured the elders. He was truthful and disciplined. He had his senses under control. He was a …
This is part two of a two-part series on which is the best sadhana/yajna according to the Bhagavad Gita. Through sadhanas we seek to transform ourselves. It is a quiet inner revolution by which, the way you interact with yourself …