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Emergency 1975: A Spiritual Perspective On Freedom, Truth & Democratic Revival

In the past week, there have been considerable discussions about the emergency declared in 1975—one of the darkest chapters of our democracy. Those...

05.07.2025 10

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Swami Brahmavidananda Saraswati

Corporate Vs Spiritual Life: A Deep Dive Into Stress, Success And Fulfilment

In the corporate world, you raise funds through marketing and selling tangible products or services. In a spiritual setup, you must raise funds...

28.06.2025 10

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Guiding Light: Understanding The Death Of Many Through The Lens Of Karma And Sanatana Dharma

Some of my readers ask: How can so many people die simultaneously in accidents like plane crashes, natural calamities, explosions or volcanic...

21.06.2025 10

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Guiding Light: Handling The Loss Of A Loved One With Grace And Strength

This article responds to a question raised by one of my readers: "How do we handle the loss of a loved one?" There are no easy answers. There are...

14.06.2025 10

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Why Spirituality 'Doesn’t Work' For Many People: The Role Of Lifestyle And Psychological Maturity

One of the main reasons is that they don't recognise that spirituality is a lifestyle—it's a way of living. You can't just do some meditation or...

07.06.2025 10

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Adi Shankaracharya: Beyond The Myths And Misconceptions Of A Spiritual Giant

Most Indians have heard about Adi Shankararacharya, but very few have an understanding of what he truly is. Some people, including certain spiritual...

31.05.2025 10

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Guiding Light: Operation Sindoor And The Dharmic Response To Terrorism

The whole world is celebrating the surgical strikes of the Indian Defence Forces on the nine terrorist camps in Pakistan. So why are we talking about...

31.05.2025 10

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Guiding Light: Freedom Of Choice And Karma Yoga — Lessons From Operation Sindoor

If we exercise this freedom of choice appropriately, even the most horrible situation or tragedy can be converted into an opportunity that leads us to...

31.05.2025 9

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Guiding Light: Career Guidance For Young Adults — Beyond ‘Follow Your Passion’

With SSC and many other exam results out, thousands of students are choosing careers that will shape their lives. Elders and parents typically offer...

31.05.2025 10

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Kashmir Terror Attack: Emphasising Unity And Support For Security Forces In The Face Of Terror

Another dastardly terrorist attack in Kashmir, albeit after a long time. It is easy to blame intelligence failure, to blame our forces for what has...

26.04.2025 4

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Hanuman Jayanti: Reflecting On The Timeless Wisdom, Devotion And Leadership Of Lord Hanuman

Even in the very first meeting with Sri Rama, Lord Rama recognises Hanumanji not just as a devotee but as a thinker, a diplomat, and a statesman par...

12.04.2025 10

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Hope For Harmony: Gudi Padwa, Good Friday Celebrations And Waqf Bill Passage Mark Positive Trends In Society

There have been some very interesting but hardly noticed events happening in society. Gudi Padwa, or Ugadi, and Good Friday fell practically on the...

05.04.2025 10

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Sadhana - Why Are You Doing What You Are doing?

In all my years of teaching, I see a common pattern among the so-called spiritual people. Very often, they perform some technique in the name of...

29.03.2025 10

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Guiding Light: Are All Religions The Same Or Different?

A lot of well-meaning people, especially at conferences, say ‘All religions are the same.’ Although religious leaders are uncomfortable with these...

22.03.2025 7

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Guiding Light: Sanatana Dharma - Inclusive Or Exclusive?

You can be a believer and be a Hindu. You can be an atheist and be a Hindu. You can believe in non-duality, Advaita and be a Hindu. You can follow...

08.03.2025 10

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Freedom To Speak Or To Offend?

The comments made by social media influencer Beerbiceps in ‘India has got latent’ on social media caused much outrage.

22.02.2025 10

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Being Loving And Lovable

Well, this Valentine's Day, you'll find everyone waxing poetic about unconditional love, everyone seeking it. But almost no one speaks about getting...

15.02.2025 20

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