Spiritual(ism)
Lakshman Rao In the ancient scriptures, the sages are described as hailing from different cardinal directions. This division is not geographical but symbolic, with each direction representing a distinct culture, belief system, faith, and method of religious ritual. However, the underlying truth, or Dharma, remains one. This concept helps us understand how to approach and…
Lakshman Rao After eliminating all threats to his kingdom, Lord Srirama sat in council with his advisors and brothers, contemplating further measures for peace and prosperity. During their discussion, a messenger sought permission to report a pressing matter. Upon receiving consent, the messenger informed them that one hundred sages, led by Chyavana and Bhargava, had…
Lakshman Rao After parting from Sita, Rama found himself consumed by grief, struggling between his personal sorrow and his official responsibilities as king. His heart was heavy, yet he knew he could not let his emotions cloud his judgment. Lakshmana, ever the voice of reason, reminded Rama of the paramount importance of duty above all…
Lakshmana Rao In ancient times, Lord Rama instructed Lakshmana to leave Sita near the ashram of Valmiki, by the banks of the Ganga. Lakshmana, obedient to his lord’s command, faithfully carried out the king’s instructions and returned to Ayodhya, reporting his actions to the throne. However, upon seeing Lord Rama, he noticed a profound sorrow…
Lakshman Rao In our ancient scriptures, each personality is crafted to exemplify the highest level of self-control, known as “Rishika.” Upon closer examination, it becomes evident that every Rishi strives to surpass others on their chosen paths, always adhering to the moral principles laid down in the “Vedas,” referred to as “Shrutis.” These Rishis, supreme…
(……Continued) The Sacred Texts of Hindus In the whole world there is no study so beneficial and so elevating as that of the Upanishads. It has been the solace of my life; and it will be the solace of my death. They are the product of the highest wisdom. – Arthur Schopenhauer, the German Philosopher…
(…..Continued) Hinduism – Evolved from a Philosophical Base What distinguishes the Vedanta philosophy from all other philosophies is that it is at the same time a religion and a philosophy. –Max Muller Our Interface with Religion: When we go to a temple we have the priest chanting some prayers, breaking a coconut which we offer…
(…….Continued) Religion – A Set of Beliefs: We see two aspects in any religion. The first is the usefulness of religion in bringing about social harmony and compliance to a moral code. The very word religion is from a Latin root ‘ligare’, to bind. It binds people to certain common norms. This is what is…
– Karanam Aravinda Rao needs no introduction. A former Director-General of Police of the erstwhile undivided state of Andhra Pradesh, an extremely well-read and knowledgeable person, known to have been an upright and honest police officer. Apart from his unimpeachable integrity he was also a non-controversial officer throughout his chequered career. He has also authored…
It is well known that the MahaSwami, the Paramacharya of Kanchipuram would simply explain complex matters. Once He explained the karma theory to a foreigner. When his turn came for the darshan of MahaSwami, the foreigner wanted clarification on some of his doubts on Hinduism. He pleaded to MahaSwami: “Swamiji, I understand most of your…
