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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.
Based on Yoga and Ayurveda, humans can experience five dimensions of existence that are called Pancha Kosha or The Five Sheaths. Human awareness can detect these five layers, and each successive layer is more subtle and difficult to penetrate than the previous one. Pancha Kosha starts with the grossest element (body) and ends with the … Read more
What is Ojas in Ayurveda? Ojas is a powerful concept in Ayurveda, known as the “essence of vitality.” Often seen as a subtle life force, Ojas represents the strength, immunity, and mental clarity that fuel a healthy life. In Ayurveda and Yoga, Ojas is the foundation of a strong mind, a resilient body, and spiritual … Read more
Before understanding the left hand of tantra, it is important to explain the two traditional ways in yoga for enlightenment. Yoga has two paths for self-realization or enlightenment: Path of direct awareness – formless meditation on the self for direct realization Path of technique – path involving techniques and rituals for gradual realization of the … Read more
Matsyendra also known as Mastsyendranath or Minapa, is believed to live in the early 10th century. He was a prominent promoter of Hatha Yoga (a major branch of yoga) and is credited as the guru of Gorakhnath who was the founder of the Nath Sampradaya (sect) of Yogis. Gorakhnath later became the teacher of Swatmarama, … Read more
Chapter Four of Hatha Yoga Pradipika is on the topic of Samadhi. It opens with its first verse praising Lord Shiva. Its 42nd verse talks about Shiva lingam. As we all know Shiva lingam is considered to be a symbol for many things. First, let’s understand the definition of the word: Definition Lingam is a … Read more
Soma rasa is called as drink of Gods [1]. Drinking it, one becomes immortal and soul is purified of past Karma. It is said to be Amrita or elixir of life. It has been mentioned in Vedas and Bhagavad Gita [2]. Some say it is mixture of honey and herbal plants. While some say it is … Read more
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