Compassion is the basis of Bhakti in Hinduism. The Sanskrit name for it is Daya and Karuna. It is also one of the three virtues along with charity and self-control. Vedas and other sacred texts composed before 1500 BC speak about compassion. Spirituality refers to Ahimsa which is a Sanskrit word meaning refraining from harmful activities. And it is the central concept of compassion. Continue reading
Sadhana has to be understood in the context of one’s daily life. Sadhana is a signal indicating the beginning and growth of the divine life within. Through sadhana the hidden powers of the mind are discovered which can be used for successful living and for spiritual realization. Sadhana enables one to overcome limitations. Continue reading
May the love of Jesus fill your heart with strength and joy. Yesterday was Good Friday which is the day to reflect on the ultimate sacrifice. May it remind us all to be kind, compassionate and full of grace. Continue reading
Spring means change in the weather and new burgeoning happen. The spring flowers burgeon once the warm weather is around the corner. Burgeoning means growing, expanding and developing rapidly. Continue reading
How can we change our behavior?
The behavioral outcome of Raja Yoga as stated in the Yoga Sutras (1:33) explains how it is possible to change our behavior.
Maitreekarunaamuditopekshaanaam
Sukhadukhapuyaapunyavishayaanam
Bhaavanaatashchittaprasaadanam. Continue reading