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The articles below explain concepts in spiritual traditions like Yoga and Tantra. They also explore the mythology, theology, and philosophy surrounding these practices.
The aim of this category is to explore with the reader the theoretical groundwork that makes up a spiritual tradition and its accompanying practices. We all have heard about the practices in Yoga like Pranayama, but we don’t know the philosophy behind them. With the spiritual articles section, we will dive deep into the philosophy behind such practices, so that a complete picture can be understood. The posts here mention spiritual references along with their translations wherever possible. The information is presented in a format that is not overwhelming but reader-friendly. The articles are a mixed bag of original essays, explanations, and curated information.
Life is not an SQL database. Real things aren’t objective as the mind makes them be. One has to understand “the world that appears through the mind” and “the world that exists as it is.” They seem to be the same but are very different. When I say a Neem tree, the mind perceives it … Read more
all “having” must now derive its immediate prestige and its ultimate purpose from appearance – Guy Debord, The Society Of the Spectacle (1967) The many likes Human beings are social animals. We love to interact and share our opinions with others. We like feeling heard and understood. Also, we like to hear what other people … Read more
People think planning is the main thing and execution is a piece of cake. But when it comes to implement, many fail. Below is not an article about execution. It is about what the journey of a successful Yogi needs to look like. To make any meditation or yoga plan successful, here are some practical … Read more
To achieve freedom and happiness, you need to grasp this basic truth: some things in life are under your control, and others are not. – Epictetus The basic tenant of stoic philosophy – a philosophy fully dedicated to living life the best way you can- is the one mentioned in the above quote. It sums … Read more
The true origins of the ancient system of Yoga go beyond civilizations. The present shape of it was developed from Vedic texts and Buddhist influences. Its earliest mention is found in the texts of Rigveda. From the 20th century onwards, yoga became available to a greater number of people due to newly published books, discourses, … Read more
The Bhagavad Gita begins with Arjun in anxiety, asking Krishna why he is feeling so uncertain: Sishyasthe Aham Sadhi Mam Tvam Prapannam (I am your disciple, Guide me, Help me)[1] II chapter….3 rd Sloka And then begins one of the longest and the most potent psychotherapy sessions ever conducted – the grandest and at epic … Read more
The word spirituality has been lately popularized and broadly used in various contexts. The meaning of the word spiritual have changed over time. People of different religions, philosophies, ethnicity have given different interpretations to this word. It is loosely related to word religious. Origin of word The word spirit derived from the old French word espirit … Read more