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The Fivefold Footstool of the Guru – Padukapanchaka

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In Tantra, Padukapanchaka means the “Fivefold footstool of the Guru”. It is a hymn praising the key centers in the body, particularly within the Sahasrara (Crown chakra). It represents the divine seat of consciousness where Kundalini energy culminates leading to liberation and realization through visualization the Guru’s feet resting on the mystical throne. It is central to Kundalini and Laya Yoga, describing the ascent of consciousness through stages like the twelve petalled lotus, sacred triangles, Nada-Bindu, and Mani-Pitha culminating in union with the Divine. Continue reading →

Befriend Time

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Dear ones, how does one treat time? I will share a secret with you. This secret can be revealed to you only if you practice your sadhana daily.

I have been treated very well by time, because I have so much of it. I do not have time anxiety as I go with a relaxed state of mind. I am not thinking of all the things I have to do. It is amazing when one understands this, because then you go from one activity to another calmly. Continue reading →

Am I spiritual or am I religious?

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How do we define ourselves? Are we spiritual? Are we religious? Spirituality is defined as one’s search for the sacred meaning of life. It means one is seeking to understand one’s inner being. Religious indicates to have a strong belief in religion. It also means being devout and pious.

Can we combine spiritual and religious? Continue reading →

Mouse soup

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Swamiji described his time when he was seeking alms as being essential for his mental health and growth. He credited this period as being responsible for whatever he received in life. He lived five years as a wandering ascetic. He spent nights under the stars, under a Banyan tree, or sleeping in somebody’s veranda. Continue reading →

Hanuman, the God of Prana

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Hanuman was the son of the Vayu, God of the Wind. His mother, Anjane was a beautiful celestial nymph, who had been cursed to be born on earth as a monkey princess, because she was an impetuous maiden by Brihaspati’s wrath. Brihaspati was the guru of the Devas. Her curse would only be uplifted when she would bear a child. Anjane was seen by the Wind God and despite being a monkey, she was very beautiful. He was enchanted by her and he blew on her. Hanuman was born and she was freed of the curse. Continue reading →

What is my choice?

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Which is it to be, my heart or my mind? I have read and thought about it and I share with you what the Gurus say.

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The only basis for a true and lasting unity
Of all humanity is the religion of the heart.
People can only be united if they are free from jealousy, hatred and petty mindedness.
Purify your heart first.
Meet hatred with love and malice with goodwill.
The purer you make your heart,
The greater will be the power of your love. – Swami Sivananda

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Atmic awareness

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How do we link our spirit with the spirit of the Guru?

Spiritual union will never occur unless we have awakened our atman. It is very difficult to understand what atman is. It is called spirit or self by some. It is an awareness which knows no limitations. It has no barriers and is beyond the confines of time, space and matter. Physical awareness has many barriers. Mental awareness has fewer barriers, while emotional awareness has still less and is the most efficient. A mother can feel her little child and can commune with him/her at any moment. Spiritual or Atmic awareness surpasses even emotional awareness. Continue reading →

Live in the present moment

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My Guru, Swami Satyananda stated that freedom was living in the present moment. He said that it was important to be present without being influenced or entrapped in the past or future.

It happens in little steps by being conscious of one’s actions and not being swept away by the fluctuations of the mind. Continue reading →

Loneliness

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We are all aware of the word, loneliness. It is something which terrifies many of us. Why do we feel alone? Is it because we have nobody to speak to? Is it because we have no companion? Is it because we are not close to our family? Is it because we have no family? Is it because we do not have faith in ourselves?

Are we ever really alone? The answer is No. Our soul is within us always. Our breath is with us always. Our thoughts are a constant? Then what is happening to us? Continue reading →