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Article 1 - THE UNIVERSAL PROBLEM
( May 2000)
"Man has always been interested in matters of deep spiritual quest. There is not a single individual who does not entertain in some corner of his or her heart, a desire to know the mystic aspects of spiritualism. Whether a believer or non-believer, all of them some time or other have questioned of the unknown. Since beginning of human civilization this has been a part of human nature".- Our real development lies in our being able to rediscover and follow the path of spiritual realisation. Yet the irony is such that in the present day context our activities of daily life are indeed too far distanced from spiritual guidance ...That happens to be the biggest problem.
Article 2 - UNDERSTANDING THE CREATION
(June 2000)
"We are talking about being spiritually knowledgable and yet spiritually ineffective. After all what good is acquiring knowledge? What benefit does it give us without its application to life? Without its application within our family, social, vocational or community life what purpose does it serve? Why acquire knowledge at all? What is needed is a clearer understanding of all aspects of the spiritual world - the aspects of the phenomenal world around us.
Article 3- UNDERSTANDING OUR OWN POSITION (July 2000)
We are all agents of The Divine. None is superfluous, each having an assigned role. Our performance determines our spiritual progress.
Also, what happens to consciousness when the body dies?
Article 4- A QUESTION OF CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT & INDIVIDUALITY OF MAN
(August/September 2000)
Every created being is destined for final liberation (Moksya). Divinity is every one's basic characteristic. Not fear of punishment, but the promise of the final bliss inspires us to our goal.
Article 5- WORK DETERMINES PROGRESS THE CONCEPTS OF MANY BIRTHS
(October/November 2000)
The creation runs with collective actions performed by all created
beings. By doing actions only we progress towards our goal. The body
in our hands is a tool for performing actions. Births and rebirths
are many opportunities for achieving our goal.
Article 6-WHAT IS RIGHTEOUS LIVING ? Part I
(December 2000)
The collective wisdom of our spiritual philosophy has codified suggestions for each and every one defining the right way of living. These are guiding principles for enrichment of life at all levels, essential for spiritual development.
Article 7- WHAT IS RIGHTEOUS LIVING ? Part two
(January 2001)
As guiding principles for enrichment of life at all levels, essential for spiritual development,the last issue dealt with five out of ten guide lines. This issue deals the rest five.
Article 8- WHY WE SEEK HAPPINESS ?
(February 2001)
Search for true happiness, the ultimate union with Satchidananda (the truth, its realization and the resulting bliss) is a characteristic inherent within all of us.
Article 9 - HOW WE MAKE OUR TASK EASIER
(March 2001)
Success in spiritual practice (sadhana) comes easily when actions are left to be guided by the Lord. Voluntary surrender to a more knowledgeable, benevolent and capable superior consciousness becomes key to happiness and progress.
Article 10- TRANSFORMING OURSELVES
(April 2001)
Success in spiritual practice (sadhana) comes easily when actions are left to be guided by the Lord. Voluntary surrender to a more knowledgeable, benevolent and capable superior consciousness becomes key to happiness and progress.
Article 11- LISTENING TO INNER VOICE
(May 2001)
It is simple enough to listen to the inner voice- the voice of The Lord, and guided by it to lead a happier life. In happiness and sorrow alike, God remains our only constant companion.
Article 12 - ON MEDITATION-1 :
(July 2001)
Analysing Meditation, What is it? What is the object? How does it work on me? What benefits acrue?
Article 13 - ON MEDITATION - 2 :
(August 2001)
Analysing Meditation, Benefits of meditation on physical body, on vital breath.
Article 14 - ON MEDITATION - 3 :
(September/ October 2001 )
Continuing benefits of meditation, on mind knowledge and bliss sheaths – the higher levels of our existence.
Article 15 - ON MEDITATION - 4 :
(November 2001)
Meditation imparts true meaning to life, expands mind, controls ego, our communication link with The Divine.
Article 16 - PRINCIPLES OF DIVINE MANAGEMENT – 1 :
(December01/ January 2002)
In the entire universe, there pervade strict principles of astute management that underline the efficient operation of this magnificient organisation – the creation. Understanding these principles and orienting our attitude to conform to these principles is the way to material as well as spiritual success.
Article 17 - PRINCIPLES OF DIVINE MANAGEMENT –2 (February 2002)
Understanding the four management principles that underline the efficient operation of this magnificient organisation – the creation. Understanding these principles and orienting our attitude to conform to these principles is the way to material as well as spiritual success.
Article 18 - LOOKING FOR GOD BETWEEN REAL AND UNREAL – an approach
(April 2002)
Reality and unreality are all matters of relative perception, depending upon the level of consciousness of mind. It is simple to discover the presence of divine in the essential qualities of all things in the creation, their purpose ,hence their presence.
Article 19 - SYMBOLISM ASSISTS UNDERSTANDING :
(May 2002)
Symbols are not diversions. They are effectively used to draw attention to the focal point and greatly help our understanding, Great truths become simpler to comprehend.
Article 20 - PREPARATIONS FOR SADHANA –Part 1 (June 2002)
Like any endevour, the spiritual mahayajna can be greatly effective if strengthened by adequate and systematic preparation. Six such steps are discussed.
Article 21 - PREPARATIONS FOR SADHANA –Part 2 : (July 2002)
Continuing from last volume we now discuss the importance of Swadhyayana, Samsuddhabuddhi.
Article 22 - PREPARATIONS FOR SADHANA –Part 3 (August/September2002)
Continuing from last volume, the importance of Shraddha, as the essential feature of Sadhana.
Article 23 - PREPARATIONS FOR SADHANA –Part 4 (October 2002)
-Continuing from last volume, the importance of Samarpan- or self surrender, the ultimate stage of Sadhana.
Article 24 - THE PATH OF PROGRESS : (November/December 2002)
Once an aspirant embarks upon sadhana with determination and sincerity, it is possible to experience its positive effects on one's own being. One needs to understand how at different physical and subtle levels its influence takes hold.
Article 25 - RELATIONSHIPS IN THE CONTEXT OF SPIRITUAL GROWTH:
( January 2003)
We are all related to each other. Some within the family, some within the society, some within the world at large and some within this vast creation. Every relationship has one divine purpose, which is to assist and receive assistance to evolve spiritually. Each one is needed as each one needs the other.
Article 26 - THE THREE OBSTACLES TO DEVELOPMENT :
(February 2003)
Our obsession with temporary worldly pleasures, our mental blackout of our exalted origin and refusal to have the courage of conviction of The Lord's omnipotence, drags us round and round the wheel of misery. Is there a practical way to get round it?
Article 27 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRMHAN - Part-1 :
(March/April 2003)
The object and focus of all sadhana is Bramhan. Bramhan can not be described in totality, yet until we have some idea of what our focus is we can not pursue our goal.
Article 28 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRMHAN - Part- 2:
(May 2003)
The only accepted source for understanding Bramhan are the Srutis. The richness of Srutis come from the richness of the unique language that is Sanskrit.
Article 29 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRMHAN - Part- 3:
(June 2003)
We continue with the nuances of the language of knowledge for effective revelation of that ultimate truth.
Article 30 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRMHAN ;- Part- 4
(July/August 2003)
Knowledge acquired from scriptures have little significance. They rise to their true potential only when comprehended. The first glimpse of Bramhan from Bramhasutras.
Article 31 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRMHAN - Part- 5:
(September 2003)
Bramhan is both pure bliss and tranquility, as well as continuous action, both modes being inherent to Him. The phenomenal world represents His continuous activity of creating things, observing it and then modifying it, all towards its final state of absolute perfection
Article 32- ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 6 :
(Oct- 2003)
Bramhan is the only single entity that is manifested in its myriad forms as this universe. The absolute bliss of calmness as well as intense action that upholds the creation are both aspects of the same Bramhan. Harmony in action is its nature.
Article 33 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 7 ;
(November 2003)
What we get in life is exactly what is needed by us for our good. It is futile to crave for more.The magic word AUM nearly describes the Supreme, the all pervading Bramhan.
Article 34 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 8 :
(December 2003)
Exploring the various stages of consciousness, the waking state, dream state etc. in our journey towards Bramhan consciousness.
Article 35 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 9 :
(January 2004)
Explaining the journey to deep sleep state (susupti) and the state of consciousness (Turiya)
Article 36 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 10 :
(February 2004)
The concept of change and changelessness.
Article 37 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 11 :
(March 2004)
Continuing to understand Bramhan, the changeless in the midst ofchanges, the superior consciousness. Some aspects of a true Guru.
Article 38 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 12 :
(April 2004)
The final qualities of a Guru. The origin of creation explained.
Article 39 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 13 :
(May 2004)
Not only all created beings in the creation have come out of Bramhan, but also the very motivational force that keeps everything moving flows from Bramhan, and it is Bramhan again who engages everyone in action.
Article 40 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 14 :
(June 2004)
Bramhan is not only the controlling lord of everything, he is also the cause of everything, not only the agents of every action , but also the very actions of all agents.
Article 41 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 15 :
(July 2004)
By instinct, every being has an abiding attraction to Bramhan, being constantly propelled towards Bramhan. It is the science behind the very scheme of things.
Article 42 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 16 :
(August 2004)
Understanding AnandaBramhan or Bramhan the ultimate source of bliss.
Article 43 - ATTEMPTS TO DESCRIBE BRAMHAN- Part- 17 :
(September 2004)
The concluding part of AnandaBramhan. What is the feeling like?
Article 44 - THE DEBATE- FORM OR FORMLESS? PART - I
(October 2004)
Understanding the great concept of assigning a form to Bramhan- Part-1.
Article 45 - THE DEBATE- FORM OR FORMLESS?PART - II -
(November 2004)
Continuing our understanding the great concept of assigning a form to Bramhan and the question of formlessness- Part-2.
Article 46 - THE DEBATE- FORM OR FORMLESS?PART - III -
(December 2004)
Continuing our understanding the great concept of assigning a form to Bramhan and the question of formlessness- Part-3
Article 47 - THE DEBATE- FORM OR FORMLESS? PART - IV
(January 2005)
Concluding our understanding of the great concept of assigning a form to Bramhan and the question of formlessness.
Article 50 - UNDERSTANDING DEATHLESSNESS OR AMRITATTVA Part3 -
(April 2005)
(The importance of karma in GOD consciousness) - Truth realization or Brahmachaitanya which is Deathlessness all about comes with relentless engagement to right actions. Jnana is revealed through karma- Part3.
Article 52 - MEASURING THE SPIRITUAL PROGRESS- Part 1
(June 2005)
-Can Spiritual progress be quantified or qualified? Part1
Article 53 - MEASURING THE SPIRITUAL PROGRESS- Part 2
(July 2005)
There is no barometer for Spiritual progress but every one can experience his progress for sure. Part 2 of the article explains.
(August 2005 )
Article 54 - MEASURING THE SPIRITUAL PROGRESS- Part 2
Simply being spiritual, and remaining aware and linked to God even sub-consciously, is the surest and only recipe for peace in life. That is the secret of happy life.
Article 55 - DIVINE CONSCIOUSNESS"- WHAT IS THAT?-
(September 2005)
A practical explanation to develop such a feeling.
Article 61 - ATMA- PARAMATMA- Part 1
(March 2006)
What is soul? What is super soul? An explanatory
Article 66 - ANALYSIS OF ACTION - Part II
(August 2006)
Understanding ways of karma for spiritual benefit.
Article 67 - DIMENSIONS OF OUR EXISTENCE- Part1
(September 2006)
The Understanding of the multifaceted human existence – the various levels of consciousness
Article 70 - THE DWELLER IN THE INNER LOTUS AND RELATED TOPICS – Part1
(December 2006)
The God within us. An approach to understanding
Article 71 - THE DWELLER IN THE INNER LOTUS AND RELATED TOPICS – Part2
(January 2007)
The great practical benefit of seeing God within us- the original solution for peaceful coexistence from sanatan philosophy.
Article 72 - MULTIDIMENTIONAL CREATION and ON THE CONCEPT OF HEAVENS AND HELLS.
(February 2007)
We create our own heavens and our own hells. They are all part of the Divine process for our development and evolution. Understand them.
Article 76 - PRASTHANATRAYAM – THEIR IMPORTANCE IN SANATAN PHILOSOPHY- Part 1
( June 2007) The three authoritative scriptural bases , referred as the prasthAnatrayam, where the core concept of Sanatan philosophy is reflected. Know of their relevance to the universal truth.
Article 82 - A VEDIC VALEDICTORY SERMON Concluding Part ( December 2007) Guru's parting advice on completion of studies, concluding part
Article 83 - KAUMARAM YAUVANAM JARA (Childhood Youth and Oldage) – a spiritual explanation.( January 2008) Growing old gracefully as per God's plan
Article 89 -THE PSYCHIC IMPERATIVENESS ( JULY 2008)
Article 100 - OUR LIFE AND OUR DREAMS
( JUNE 2009) Understanding Life – Dreaming for a better Life
Article 115 - SEEING THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE and other topics ( Aug 2010) Only those Yogis who have attained a high level enlightenment acquire power to see events of past, present and future lives revealed to him.
Article 116 - PREAMBLE TO UPANISHADSARA ( Sep 2010) Appreciate the richness of Upanishads, the source of enlightenment.
Article 134 -PATANJALIYOGASUTRA- THE FINAL STEPS TO YOGA (April 2012) The Final steps to yoga
Article 135 -PATANJALIYOGASUTRA- SECTION-II (May 2012) The Second Section of Patanjali Yoga Sutras
Article 136 -PATANJALIYOGASUTRA- SECTION-II – PREPARATION CONTINUES (June 2012) The Second Section of Patanjali Yoga Sutras- Preparations continued.
Article 137 -PATANJALIYOGASUTRA- FROM YAMA TO PRANAYAMA (July 2012) Patanjali says: an alternative thought process has to be brought in to ward off all trials and tribulations of life. That is the most effective alternative to distractions.
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