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That boom of the temples and the streets is back with the carnival of victory of Rama; the Dussehra is here. This Hindu Festival is the closing day for the Navratri. Dussehra is the tenth day after the nine festive nights of Durga Puja. It is incorporated with the theme of the “victory of good ... Views: 1123
Electrons are particles spinning and revolving around the nucleus of the atom similar to the earth rotating on its own axis as it also revolves around the sun. This rotation, like that of the planets, is realised ceaselessly and in perfect order on paths we call orbits. Yet, the proportion of ... Views: 1714
Having spent my late teens and early twenties in San Francisco during the hippie era, I was heavily influenced by the concept “If it feels good it’s all right”. Feelings were king and discipline had gone by the wayside. Things that caused immediate sensations like drugs and “free love” were ... Views: 1424
With the Lord there is total protection for whatever you’re facing. No matter what battles you’re going through, whether physical, emotional or spiritual, the Lord has equipped you.
With God the battles are fought in the spirit realm. Words, thoughts and situations can condemn you. ... Views: 1088
Planning has the unique significance in your life. As your entire journey depends upon it. It doesn’t matter that whether you are moving for any task but you should have the proper planning before setting in. if you are a school going student then you should manage your things on time. You ... Views: 865
Hanuman Chalisa is a prayer in prose form, beautified in words and expression alike. Magical it is and each of its 40 Chaupais are said to withhold hidden knowledge, recitation of this prayer builds a high moral character in an individual.
Most importantly, it is the prayer is associated ... Views: 1099
Worship training is readily available in lots of types these days, from worship conferences to online training and most of it, especially online, is relatively inexpensive. Because of this there are plentiful alternatives to obtain training, yet many inexperienced worship leaders either select ... Views: 655
Great saints of high stature consciousness sometimes incarnate on earth with a special mission in mind. Whenever they appear they give self glory to innumerable people. Whoever contacts these great saints understand their multifaceted aspects. If we imbibe even a little of their teaching in our ... Views: 1083
Dear Readers,
There is only one truth in absolute sense. It is Allah Himself. In various parts of Qur'an, it is ordered that Allah (swt) is the only truth:
"That is because Allah is the Truth." (Luqman, 30)
"All that is on earth will perish: But will abide (for ever) the Face of thy ... Views: 854
The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time, saying, 2“Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you.” 3So Jonah set out and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the Lord. Now Nineveh was an exceedingly large city, a three days’ walk across. ... Views: 866
The Umrah is a trip to the Makah and Madina, the two stunning cities of Saudi Arabia. Yes, it is a trip or pilgrimage to these places, performed by Muslims around the world. As compared with Hajj, Umrah can be done at any time in the whole year. Well, Umrah means “to visit an occupied place”. ... Views: 1119
Just like any other religion in the world, the Islamic region also has a prayer routine and process. It is important for the people to know all that they can about the prayer times and the process of praying so that they can have an idea about the Islamic religion and how it works. Here we ... Views: 823
Lord Vishnu, also known as Narayana, is an important Hindu deities among three supreme Gods, Trinity. He was born as 12th Aditya to Kashyap and Aditi in the form of a Dwarf. Lord Vishnu has a large number of devotees who follow Vaishnavism. It is believed that Lord Vishnu resides in the Vaikunth ... Views: 425
Thinking and behavior, in the name of religion and church, seem foul sometimes. Instead of avoiding or blaming, a little experiment can be done. Religion and church can be evaluated to determine if they really are the source of thinking and behavior. This effort has to be scientific, minus the ... Views: 1164
The prophet Zechariah (14th chapter) paints a picture of Jerusalem surrounded by hostile forces that destroy the city, rifle the houses and ravish the women in “the day of the Lord,” the end-time apocalyptic period.
Dr. Richard Ruhling believes “the day of the Lord” is impending because of ... Views: 914
TO THE VERY SOULS OF MY BEING
(A DESCRIPTION OF DIRECTIONS GIVEN BY HH GURUDEVA SHRIRAM SHARMA DURING THE HOUR OF SUKSHMIKARAN IN THE YEAR 1984)
THE DO’S AND DON’TS FOR VOLUNTEERS OF ALL WORLD GAYATRI FAMILY
THE SANJIVANI OF DISCIPLES: TEACHINGS OF THE REVERED GURU
Ceaseless ... Views: 1297
Relatively young Hollywood director Kevin Smith had a brush with death earlier this year; a massive heart attack almost did him in. Fortunately, he’s still with us, and the health crisis puts the spotlight on the notion of prayer.
Another Hollywood star, openly Christian Chris Pratt, star of ... Views: 1002
Thomas Merton’s thoughts on the impact of technology on western society are so well documented; even the casual Merton reader is likely to be familiar with them. In various letters, books, and essays, Merton stated that the reliance on technology in the west was interfering with the ability of ... Views: 1842
Having spent his spiritual life in search of a mystic union with God, Thomas Merton's teachings of contemplative thought and meditation remain relevant more than forty years after his death. Among the many subjects this prolific author tackled during his lifetime, Merton dedicated a special ... Views: 1616
According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the role of the Virgin Mary in the Church is inseparable from her union with Christ. Due to church teaching such as this, the practice of Marian Devotion, which can be described as any act intended to venerate the Virgin Mary, has been pervasive ... Views: 2379
Of all those in the mystic tradition that Thomas Merton expressed fondness for, it may be that he revered none greater than the 16th century Spanish contemplative known as St. John of the Cross. Though, as Merton points out, the saint was not famous in his lifetime, the Trappist monk feels ... Views: 2119
In what many consider his most comprehensive work on the subject of solitude, “Notes for a Philosophy of Solitude” by Thomas Merton attempts to put forth and defend the concept of monastic living in terms that may be understood by the common person. In introducing the layperson to this hermetic ... Views: 2877
Throughout the course of his life, Thomas Merton showed a particular reverence for hermits and those who chose to live a life of eremitism. For Merton, it was the calling of hermitage that led to the ultimate contemplative state which allowed for a believer to enter into a mystic relationship ... Views: 1198
Psychologist Wm James said, We can alter our lives by altering our attitudes.
Why not start with gratitude? Dr. Hans Selye said it’s the most healing of all emotions.
At its core, gratitude is being grateful that we have something and maybe also being grateful that we don’t have some other ... Views: 944
Although I can remember talking to God as a child, when I was an adult and thought about talking to God, what came to mind was: "Who are you to think that you can talk to God?"
There are lots of thoughts that arise within us when we think about hearing God's Voice: "Talking to ... Views: 973
Islam has laid down a particular and essential system of moral and principled standards. Right and mystical development of human beings is elementary motive Islamic wisdoms. Islamic ethical system encompasses of all universal moral standards. This ethical system is far better and greater to ... Views: 1032
Okay, so I’m a silly chica. Monday through Saturday I work an average of 15 hours a day. I know, I know, got to slow down. Hard to do because I just delight in what I do. But, when Sunday comes around, look out—life gets better. All day is dedicated to the Lord, family, and friends.
This past ... Views: 1039
Qurbani or sacrifice is the great virtue associated with the Hajj month. The Muslims sacrifice animal on the 10th Zill Hijjah. These sacrifices are made in the memory of Ibrahim A.S and the Ismail A.S. Slaughtering the animal is the important part of the Hajj also. The Muslims, during the Hajj, ... Views: 1342
The Chafetz Chaim had an interesting approach to the Talmudic statement that “Whoever forgets the Torah he has studied has forfeit part of his eternal life.” (Chapters of Our Fathers 3:8) It is commonly understood to refer to someone who does not constantly review what he has learned.
The ... Views: 636
The spread of Islam is known to be very rewarding. Allah is pleased with those Muslims who put in extra effort to spread the teachings of Islam. These Muslims are rewarded as they serve as a source of light and guidance for those who are engulfed by the darkness of ignorance. However, for all ... Views: 678
Introduction: Diwali, the ‘festival of lights’ is one of the biggest celebrations across the world. It is celebrated with enthusiasm by people of all ages. The festival features fun, food and frolic. This is one of the festivals which symbolizes the victory of Good over Evil. Many people have ... Views: 459
Dear Readers,
In my last writings, I explained the issues needed to be performed not to die as an unbeliever. Now, I'm sure you're surprised when you saw this title due to although the expression is different, the title has the same meaning. But do not be surprised. Rasulullah (s.a.w.) ... Views: 799
What do you do when you are the Savior of the World, have a little over a week left to impart your message to your disciples and still have to make the journey to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover?
If you are Jesus of Nazareth, an itinerant rabbi and preacher, it appears you keep going ... Views: 835
When no one likes you, it’s easy to become bitter. When you’re untouchable, it’s easy to give up on life. Jesus always seemed to search out the unliked and the untouchable. When He found them, He would do more than like them, He would love them. And He would touch them! Mark commits only four ... Views: 974
Islam is the most practiced religion in the world. Muslims are present in almost every region of the world and practicing its teachings but they face some of the problems while practicing its teachings and one of them is Zakat issue.
It is the most common asked question by the Muslims ... Views: 759
Living your life "in integrity" means that your words match your actions which match your beliefs. When you are living your life in harmony with your values, you naturally have more energy. Clarifying what really matters to you, knowing what you stand for, will set you free to live life to its ... Views: 808
Top 15 Questions on Polygamy Answered
By Kevin leBaron
1. What is a normal day in the life of a polygamist?
A day in the life of a polygamist is much the same as that of anybody else in the world. You wake up go to work come home go to the movies, work in the yard, check your myspace and ... Views: 17650
Lord Ganesha, also known as Vinakaya is one of the most preached Hindu deities around the world. Lord Ganesha is the god of wealth & prosperity. As Ganpati is believed to bring good luck to the people, therefore befores starting any new venture , people worship him. People believe that ... Views: 617
It’s the foremost duty of fogeys to create some necessary arrangements to show sacred writing to kids. As a way, because the standard modes square measure involved, individuals were accustomed send their youngsters to Masjid’s or Madrassah's in their neighborhood wherever a Qari (Online Quran ... Views: 531
Lord Hanuman is one of the most worshipped Hindu Gods in Kalyug. He is the son of Anjana and is believed to be the 11th incarnation of Lord Shiva and seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. He was an ardent devotee and a faithful companion of Lord Rama in the Hindu epic Ramayana. People also call him ... Views: 399
Islam is the most practiced religion in the world. Muslims are present in almost every region of the world. It is the psychology of every Muslims to get to know about their religion, its aspects. It is the Interest of the People to get to know about the Hell and Heavens and torture of hell for ... Views: 857
There are many ways you can "touch" somebody. How does your "touching" others affect you?
In my April 2001 article, entitled "Touching Part l," I referred to someone who was able to help her mother achieve a partial recovery from a very severe Alzheimer's condition. She did this mainly by ... Views: 835
From ancient Egypt to modern days, in all religions known to men, lotus flower is one the most powerful symbols.
Growing in depths of muddy pond water, hidden from the eyes of the world, lotus emerges on the surface and seduces with its beautiful, pure form and rich smell. Every night lotus ... Views: 971
Birla Mandir, or Lakshmi-Narayan Mandir, is a famous Hindu temple located in the west part of Connaught Place in Delhi.
One of the most popular tourist’s attractions in Delhi, this temple owns part of its glory to Mahatma Ghandi, Father of the Nation, who inaugurated temple in 1939 but only ... Views: 911
Chennai Township
Chennai is one of the metro cities of India. This city was earlier known as Madras and is the capital of Tamil Nadu state in the southern region of the country. In spite of being influenced by the previous British rule and foreign culture; it has retained its traditional ... Views: 940
You’ve performed keyword research. You optimized your website for the search engines. You have even started a link building campaign to gain untold numbers of relevant, inbound links. So, you’re done right? Wrong. It’s time to see the effects of all this work, re-evaluate the optimization, and ... Views: 951