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The kālās of Bhagwan Krishan refer to the divine aspects, powers, or manifestations of his consciousness and actions. In...
24/07/2025

The kālās of Bhagwan Krishan refer to the divine aspects, powers, or manifestations of his consciousness and actions. In Vedic and Puranic thought, especially within the Bhagavata Purana and other Vaishnava texts, a kālā (Sanskrit: कला) is often considered a partial manifestation or aspect of divine power (Shakti). Sometimes, it’s also interpreted as a measure or degree of divinity expressed through a being or incarnation.

Kālā comes from the root kal meaning “to count” or “to measure.” So, a kālā is a portion or part. When we speak of someone having “16 kalās” (षोडश कला), it means full or complete manifestation of divine attributes.

In the Bhagavata Purana (1.3.28), Krishan is declared to be the Purna Avatār, or complete incarnation of Bhagwan Vishnu:

ete chāmśa-kalāḥ puṁsaḥ krishnas tu bhagavān svayam

All the previous incarnations are either plenary portions or portions of the plenary portions of the Bhagwan Vishnu, but Bhagwan Krishan is Bhagwan Himself.

Here, the text distinguishes between Amsha (partial) and Kala (fractional or aspect) incarnations.

There are traditionally 16 kalās that represent the complete divine endowment. These are often associated with:
• Chandra (the Moon), who is said to possess 16 kalās.
• Bhagwan Krishan, who is complete in all 16 kalās, signifying Purna Purushottam.

The 16 kalās often include attributes such as:
1. Śrī – Prosperity, Lakshmi
2. Bhā – Splendor
3. Līlā – Divine Play
4. Kānti – Radiance
5. Vidyā – Wisdom
6. Vīrya – Valor
7. Mādhurya – Sweetness
8. Karuṇā – Compassion
9. Aishvarya – Sovereignty
10. Satyatva – Truth
11. Daya – Mercy
12. Shaurya – Heroism
13. Tejas – Divine Energy
14. Dhairya – Courage
15. Vinaya – Humility
16. Prema – Divine Love

The Dashavatara (ten principal avatars of Vishnu) often display kalās to varying degrees:
• Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, etc. are partial (Amsha) avatars.
• Ramchandra is considered to possess 12 kalās.
• Bhagwan Krishan is the only avatar with all 16 kalās.

Krishan’s flute, smile, leelas, and teachings in the Gita all flow from his complete mastery over these kalās. In yogic and ta***ic understanding, the kalās may also relate to the Moon’s 16 phases, the Shodashi (Tripura Sundari), and the manifestation of consciousness in matter.

Bhagwan Krishan is Purna Purushottam, possessing all 16 kalās, representing the complete divine personality. Unlike other avatars who display only a portion of divine qualities, Krishan is the Svayam Bhagwan—the source of all manifestations.

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Today is one of the most important nights of the year after Maha Shivratri. “Shivratri” means the Night of Shiv, a time ...
23/07/2025

Today is one of the most important nights of the year after Maha Shivratri. “Shivratri” means the Night of Shiv, a time when darkness (tamas) can be transformed into light (satya) through spiritual awareness. It symbolizes the dissolution of ego, the end of ignorance, and the merging of the individual soul with the infinite Paramtattva (Supreme Reality).

While Maha Shivratri is celebrated annually, each month also has a Shivratri, known as Masik Shivratri. Among them, Sawan Shivratri—falling during the sacred month of Shravan (Sawan)—holds a particularly powerful and spiritually significant place.

In the Hindu calendar, the month of Shravan is considered the holiest for the worship of Bhagwan Shiv, the Supreme Yogi. Devotees believe that His divine energies are especially accessible during this time.

According to ancient scriptures, during the great cosmic event known as the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean), the devas (gods) and asuras (demons) churned the Kshirsagar (ocean of milk) in search of Amrit—the nectar of immortality.

As the ocean was churned, fourteen celestial treasures emerged. But among them also came a deadly poison called Halahala, whose intensity threatened to destroy all creation.

Terrified, the devas and asuras turned to Bhagwan Shiv for protection. Out of boundless compassion, He drank the poison to save the universe. Seeing this, Mata Parvati placed Her hand on His throat to stop the poison from descending into His body. His throat turned blue, earning Him the name Neelkanth—the blue-throated one.

This divine event is believed to have taken place during Shravan, and Sawan Shivratri commemorates this supreme act of sacrifice, love, and cosmic balance.

This is not just a celebration in the worldly sense but a sacred inward turning—a personal meeting with the eternal Shiv tattva within. Tonight is one of the rare nights of the year when even nighttime spiritual practices are considered Satvik. Think of this as a spiritual portal—an opening for inner stillness, ego dissolution, and union with Supreme Consciousness.

It is believed that any sadhana performed tonight—whether it is chanting Om Namah Shivay, offering bilva leaves, or simply sitting in silence—multiplies in its spiritual potency.

🧘🏽‍♂️ What Yogis Can Do on Sawan Shivratri
• Observe a fast to purify the body and mind
• Offer bilva leaves, milk, honey, water, dhoop and deepak to the Shivling
• Chant Om Namah Shivay or the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 108 or 1008 times
• Spend the night in meditation, kirtan, or deep silence

Then, simply surrender—and allow Bhagwan Shiv’s grace to flow through your life. May the sadhana performed on this Sawan Shivratri be a step deeper into silence, devotion, and Moksh.

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🕉️ Masik Shivratri 2025 Dates 🕉️Since tomorrow is one of the most important nights of the year after maha Shiv ratri I t...
22/07/2025

🕉️ Masik Shivratri 2025 Dates 🕉️
Since tomorrow is one of the most important nights of the year after maha Shiv ratri I thought I’ll inform you about Shivratri dates for the rest of the year.

Once an year we celebrate Maha Shiv Ratri but every month also has a shiv ratri known as the Masik Shivratri. This most important night of every month offers a sacred opportunity to connect and unite deeply with Bhagwan Shiv through vrat (fasting), dhyan (meditation), and jaap (chanting).

Here are the auspicious dates to mark for 2025:

🔱 Shravan Shivratri (2nd most important shiv ratri after Maha Shiv Ratri)– July 23, 2025 (Wednesday)
🔱 Bhadrapada Shivratri – August 21, 2025 (Thursday)
🔱 Ashwin Shivratri – September 19, 2025 (Friday)
🔱 Kartik Shivratri – October 19, 2025 (Sunday)
🔱 Margashirsha Shivratri – November 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
🔱 Paush Shivratri – December 18, 2025 (Thursday)

These monthly nights are powerful portals for inner stillness, dissolution of ego, and union with the Supreme Consciousness. You can Chant Om Namah Shivay 108 or 1008 times. Offer bilva leaves along with water to the shivling, light a deepak, and allow Bhagwan Shiv’s grace to flow through your life. May each Masik Shivratri be a step deeper into silence, devotion, and Moksh.

The “S” “स” akṣhar (letter) holds an extraordinary concentration of spiritually potent terms in Sanātana Dharma, more th...
21/07/2025

The “S” “स” akṣhar (letter) holds an extraordinary concentration of spiritually potent terms in Sanātana Dharma, more than any other sound or syllable. This is not merely coincidental—it reflects a deeper symbolic and vibrational truth embedded in the Sanskrit language, which itself is considered Devabhāṣā, the language of the Divine. Almost all of the most central and transformative concepts that directly pertain to moksha, Self-realization, yoga, Vedānta, and Ta**ra begin with “S”: Shiv, Shakti, Samādhi, Sannyās, Satya, Sādhanā, Smaraṇ, and many more.

These are not peripheral ideas—they form the very backbone of the spiritual path. Shiv and Shakti represent the Absolute and Its manifest energy; Samādhi is the crown of yogic experience; Sannyās is the renunciation of ego and worldliness; Satya is the essence of dharma and Brahman; and Sādhanā is the method through which liberation becomes possible. Even the witnessing consciousness (Sākṣhī), the life-force breath (Swāns), the inner peace (Shānti), and the company of the true Guru (Sadguru)—each of these is integral to conscious evolution, and all begin with “S”.

This linguistic convergence is also phonetically significant. The “S” sound in Sanskrit (as in śa, ṣa, sa) is often associated with subtlety, flow, and refinement—qualities essential in spiritual transformation. Unlike harsher or denser consonants, the “S” sound mimics the hiss of breath, the serpent’s subtle motion (as in Kuṇḍalinī symbolism), and the whisper of awareness.

The Sanskrit root “√as” (to be) is connected to Sat (truth, being) and Satya, showing that “S” points to the existential essence itself. No other akṣhar contains such a dense cluster of ideas related to both the goal and path of liberation. In the spiritual lexicon of Sanātana Dharma, the “S” is not just another letter—it is a sacred stream of sound through which the soul remembers, returns, and ultimately merges with the Self.

We’ve curated a list to reflect upon the spiritual significance—especially in the context of moksha, Yogic wisdom, and Sanātana Dharma:

🔱 1. Shiv (शिव) – The Supreme Consciousness, ultimate Reality, pure Being.

🌺 2. Shakti (शक्ति) – Divine energy or creative power, inseparable from Shiv.

🧘 3. Samādhi (समाधि) – Superconscious absorption; the culmination of yoga.

🪔 4. Sannyās (संन्यास) – Renunciation; inner and outer letting go for moksha.

🕊️ 5. Samarpan (समर्पण) – Total surrender to the Divine or Guru.

📖 6. Swādhyāya (स्वाध्याय) – Self-study, scriptural study with contemplation.

🧘‍♂️ 7. Sanyam (संयम) – Integration of dhāraṇā, dhyāna, and samādhi; self-mastery.

🧘‍♂️ 8. Siddhartha (सिद्धार्थ) – “One who has attained the goal”; title of the Buddha.

🧘 9. Siddhi (सिद्धि) – Yogic perfection or power resulting from intense tapas.

🌬️ 10. Swāns (स्वांस) – Breath; the life-force in prāṇāyāma and dhyāna.

👂 11. Shravan (श्रवण) – Deep listening to Guru’s words or śruti texts.

🕰️ 12. Samay (समय) – Time; sacred time-awareness, kāla tattva.

🎶 13. Sur, Swar, Sangeet (सुर, स्वर, संगीत) – Sacred sound and vibration.

⚛️ 14. Sambhog (संभोग) – Yogic union of energies; symbolic in Ta**ra.

🔍 15. Sanket (संकेत) – Symbol, sign, esoteric gesture or hint.

🧘‍♂️ 16. Swami (स्वामी) – Master of self, or a spiritual teacher.

🕉️ 17. Satya (सत्य) – Truth; one of the yamas and the nature of Brahman.

🌞 18. Sādhanā (साधना) – Spiritual practice aimed at realization.

🔥 19. Saṃskāra (संस्कार) – Mental impressions; also rituals shaping the soul.

🔔 20. Smaraṇ (स्मरण) – Remembrance of the Divine; a bhakti practice.

🧘 21. Sākṣhī (साक्षी) – The witnessing consciousness; crucial in Jñāna Yoga.

🪞 22. Sarvātmabhāva (सर्वात्मभाव) – Seeing all as the Self; core of Advaita.

🌿 23. Shānti (शान्ति) – Peace, inner silence, the fragrance of realization.

🌀 24. Sushumnā (सुषुम्ना) – The central nāḍī through which kuṇḍalinī rises.

👣 25. Sadguru (सद्गुरु) – True Guru; one who leads to the Self.

🧠 26. Saṅkalpa (संकल्प) – Sacred intention aligned with dharma.

📿 27. Smṛti (स्मृति) – Sacred memory, texts, or inner guidance from clarity.

🕊️ 28. Saṅga (सङ्ग) – Company; Satsang leads to liberation, ku-saṅga to bo***ge.

🛐 29. Sevā (सेवा) – Selfless service, purifies ego and opens the heart.

💡 30. Svabhāva (स्वभाव) – One’s innate nature; realizing it leads to svadharma.

Comment any other spiritual terms beginning with the “S” “स” akṣhar (letter), tag a friend whose name begins with “S” “स” and share with others if you found this “special”.

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Guru Ji vs. Shri Guru: Which Is Correct—Or Is It About Context Over Correctness?The words we use to address spiritual te...
18/07/2025

Guru Ji vs. Shri Guru: Which Is Correct—Or Is It About Context Over Correctness?

The words we use to address spiritual teachers often carry subtle yet profound layers of meaning and reverence. “Guru Ji” and “Guru Shri” are two such terms widely encountered in Indian spiritual traditions. Though both are used to show deep respect to a guru, they differ in their linguistic structure, historical usage, and nuance of reverence. “Guru” is a Sanskrit word meaning “teacher,” “guide,” or “master.” The suffix “-ji” is a common honorific in Hindi and other Indian languages. It conveys respect, affection, and endearment, often appended to the names of elders, teachers, or anyone regarded with high esteem. Guru Ji thus translates to “Respected Teacher” — a personal, affectionate, and endearing way to address one’s own spiritual master or revered teacher. In contrast, “Shri” is an ancient Sanskrit honorific. It symbolizes auspiciousness, prosperity, respect, and divinity, used as a prefix before names and titles. When placed before “Guru” (i.e., Shri Guru), it elevates the spiritual teacher’s stature to an embodiment of grace and the divine, suitable for use in scriptures, formal prayers, and invocations. Guru Shri, though grammatically permissible, is rarely used.

To understand their usage in context: one might say, “Guruji blessed me with wisdom,” or “I offer my respects to Guruji.” But in devotional verse or scripture, the usage shifts to “Shri Guru,” as in “Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj” from the Hanuman Chalisa or the recitation of Shri Guru Gita. “Guru Ji” implies a personal, loving relationship between the disciple and the guru. It is used as a direct form of address, especially in conversations within spiritual communities or when referring to a living master. It emphasizes closeness, warmth, and gratitude. “Shri Guru,” on the other hand, conveys universal reverence for the spiritual teacher as a divine channel. It is common in verses, chanted prayers, texts, and references to gurus who are both individual teachers and archetypal figures of wisdom or divine grace. The addition of “Shri” raises the spiritual authority of the guru, recognizing them as an embodiment of auspiciousness and the ultimate guide for the soul’s journey.

“Shri Guru” is the traditional, scripturally-preferred honorific. It aligns with the established cultural norm of placing “Shri” before important titles to show maximum reverence. “Guru Ji” is beloved in social and congregational settings and creates a sense of nearness between disciple and master, but is not typical in ancient spiritual texts or mantras. Both “Guru Ji” and “Shri Guru” are rooted in deep respect, but they serve different emotional and cultural purposes. Guru Ji brings the warmth and intimacy of a personal relationship, whereas Shri Guru embodies the ultimate, scriptural standard of reverence and divinity. In ancient texts and spiritual invocations, Shri Guru is the traditional, universally-honored form. Within community gatherings and personal exchanges, Guru Ji beautifully expresses the disciple’s devotion, love, and gratitude for their living spiritual guide. Whether you choose to say Guru Ji or Shri Guru depends on the context — addressing your beloved Master directly or invoking the eternal spirit of the Guru within, both keep the light of wisdom alive in the seeker’s heart.

🧘‍♀️✨ What’s YOUR Yogik Name? ✨🧘‍♂️Let’s play a yogik name game! Follow these 3 simple steps to reveal your unique Yogik...
17/07/2025

🧘‍♀️✨ What’s YOUR Yogik Name? ✨🧘‍♂️

Let’s play a yogik name game! Follow these 3 simple steps to reveal your unique Yogik Name:

Step 1: Pick the Energy that Reflects You
(From the blue table — Veerya, Bhakti, Jnana, etc.)
What’s the energy you feel most drawn to right now?

Step 2: Pick the Deity You Resonate With Most
(From the red table — Shiv, Krishan, Durga, etc.)
Which Devata guides your path?

Step 3: Combine Both to Discover Your Yogik Name!

Use the format shown:
[Energy Name] + [Deity Element] = Your Yogik Name
Example: Bhakti + Hari = Bhakti Hari
Example: Tapas + Raghava = Tapas Raghava

👇 COMMENT your Yogik Name below and tell us what it means to you!
🌀 TAG a friend and challenge them to find their Yogik name!
🔄 SHARE this post to spread the yogic joy.

Use your name as your WhatsApp or Instagram name for 24 hours and tag us🙏🏼

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In Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6, Verse 11, Bhagwan Krishan reveals to Arjuna the ideal conditions for meditation:शुचौ देशे ...
16/07/2025

In Bhagavad Gita – Chapter 6, Verse 11, Bhagwan Krishan reveals to Arjuna the ideal conditions for meditation:
शुचौ देशे प्रतिष्ठाप्य स्थिरमासनमात्मन:।
नात्युच्छ्रितं नातिनीचं चैलाजिनकुशोत्तरम्॥
“In a clean place, having established a firm seat for oneself — neither too high nor too low — and placing a cloth, a deerskin, and kusa grass one over the other…”

This is not just a poetic description, but a precise spiritual instruction for dhyan and yoga — the practice of meditation that leads to self-realization.

Bhagwan Krishan is saying to Arjun here that First and foremost, the environment matters. A clean (शुचौ) and serene place fosters a sattvic state of mind. Second, the seat (आसनम्) must be stable and firm to support undistracted focus. Third, it should not be too high or too low, a metaphor for balance — both physically and mentally. And finally, the seat should be layered with three materials: cloth (चैल), deerskin (अजिन), and at the base, kusha grass (कुश).

Why kusha grass? Far from being a symbolic plant, kusha (Desmostachya bipinnata) holds deep scriptural and energetic significance. In the Taittiriya Samhita of the Krishan Yajurveda (1.2.3.1), it is said:
“कुशा उपविष्टाः सन्तः यज्ञं कुर्वन्ति।”
“Sitting on kusha grass, the sages perform their sacred rituals.”

And in the Manu Smriti (2.75):
“कुशानां चोपनिषदं च सर्वकर्मसु शुद्धये।”
“Kusha grass is essential for the purity of all sacred acts.”

Spiritually, kusha is understood to act as a natural insulator, preventing the loss of ojas (spiritual energy) into the earth during meditation. It’s also believed to absorb negative vibrations, maintaining a sattvic field around the practitioner. In this way, it stabilizes not just the body but the subtle energy system, helping the sadhak enter deeper states of absorption.

Interestingly, traditional ecological knowledge also describes kusha as having preservative and antimicrobial qualities, which may explain its wide use in ancient rites and sacred spaces.

This simple yet profound practice of sitting on kusha applies to all forms of spiritual discipline — meditation (ध्यान), worship (पूजन), mantra japa (जप), and yogic practices (योग).

When one contemplates deeply, experiences like Samudra Manthan (cosmic churning), Varaha Avatar (the divine upliftment of Earth), or Sita Samadhi (deep inner absorption) are not just mythic—they become inner realities. Each reflects the spiritual journey from restlessness to stillness, from duality to unity but all that is achieved by sitting on an Asan made out of KUSH grass.

In every yuga, sacred tools like kusha grass have helped seekers stabilize their inner world and tune into the Divine Presence. May we, too, approach our practice with the same reverence and precision. May your asana be steady, your heart pure, and your awareness luminous.

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15/07/2025

When it comes to yoga, nearly every ancient text speaks of the greatness of the Himalayas — and this is no coincidence. Having visited the Himalayas since childhood, I’ve come to understand that this place is truly otherworldly. It's not just because of the majestic mountain ranges — after all, mountains exist in many parts of the world — but because the Himalayas possess a unique, living energy. They feel like a sentient force, patiently waiting for seekers to arrive, ready to reveal profound insights and experiences that are often unattainable in the routine of everyday life.

That is why the Himalayas are known as Devbhoomi, the land where divine beings (devatas) still reside, even in this age of Kaliyuga.

Being in the Himalayas changes the way you look at life — and at yourself. The teachings you’ve read in scriptures or heard in discourses suddenly come alive. Your journey is no longer rooted in mere belief or hopeful anticipation; instead, you become a vessel, constantly filled with the abundance of spiritual energy.

There comes a moment when, standing before the vast Himalayan expanse, you realize: This is an extension of me. I must be as strong, as tall, as grounded, and as patient as these ancient mountains.

Amidst these transformative experiences, we are blessed to have our own ashram in the Himalayas, situated at Gangotri — the sacred birthplace of Maa Ganga, the cosmic river of knowledge. We consider ourselves incredibly fortunate to be able to do our sadhana (spiritual practice) in such a divine space.

Here is a video of my wife ( Pinelopi Khanna ) engaging in her sadhana in the heart of the Himalayas at our ashram.

First Monday of Sawan: Shivling Meditation & Yoga Today marks the first Somvar (Monday) of Sawan, a month drenched in de...
14/07/2025

First Monday of Sawan: Shivling Meditation & Yoga

Today marks the first Somvar (Monday) of Sawan, a month drenched in devotion to Bhagwan Shiv, the Adi Yogi and embodiment of stillness, strength, and spiritual wisdom.

Somvar or Mondays are already sacred to Bhagwan Shiv, but when they fall in the month of Sawan—when the divine energies are most receptive—they become portals for deep transformation. It’s said that even a single sincere offering or prayer during this time is magnified manifold.

The Shivling is not just a symbol—it is the formless in form, the unmanifest manifesting. Meditating upon the Shivling dissolves ego, silences the mind, and aligns us with the eternal rhythm of the cosmos.

Close your eyes. Visualize the Shivling. Let your breath become the Om Namah Shivay mantra. Let your body become still. Let your awareness expand. The Shivling is pure Consciousness—and so are you.

Practice asanas slowly, with awareness. Forward bends for surrender, backbends for opening the heart, and seated poses for grounding. Let your entire practice become a prayer. Let the breath chant what the lips need not speak.

Sawan is a month not just to worship, but to become—to become still, to become silent, to become Shiv.

Offerings to Consider Today:
• A quiet meditation in front of a Shivling (physical or visualized)
• Abhishek with water, bilva leaves, and love
• 108 rounds of Om Namah Shivay
• A slow, intentional yoga practice under the open sky if possible

This Sawan, don’t just bow to Shiv. Become Shiv. Shivoham Shivoham Shivoham

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The five types of karma in Hindu philosophy—Nitya karma, Naimittika karma, Kamya karma, Nishiddha karma, and Prāyaśchitt...
11/07/2025

The five types of karma in Hindu philosophy—Nitya karma, Naimittika karma, Kamya karma, Nishiddha karma, and Prāyaśchitta karma—together form a complete ethical and spiritual framework for right action. These classifications help guide a spiritual and social life through prescribed duties, occasional obligations, voluntary desires, actions to avoid, and means of atonement:

• Nitya karma refers to daily obligatory duties that must be performed regularly without fail. These are prescribed by the scriptures and include activities like bathing (snāna), morning and evening prayers (sandhyāvandanam), recitation of the Vedas, ancestor worship, fire offerings (homa), and worship of the gods (tarpana). Neglecting these duties is said to lead to sin. Nitya karmas are meant to maintain spiritual discipline and reduce the effects of past karma (prārabdha), thus helping in spiritual progress.

• Naimittika karma are occasional or conditional rites performed on specific occasions or for particular reasons. Examples include rituals during eclipses, honoring a visiting great person, ceremonies like Upanayanam (sacred thread ceremony), weddings, or death rites. These are not daily but must be done when the situation demands.

• Kamya karma are optional or desire-driven rituals performed to fulfill specific wishes or goals, such as performing a yajña to obtain a son (putrakāmeṣṭi) or to seek rain during drought. These actions are done with a particular purpose in mind and are not obligatory.

• Nishiddha karma refers to prohibited or forbidden actions—those that are condemned by the śāstras (scriptures) because they lead to bo***ge and degradation of the self. Acts like violence without cause, theft, falsehood, indulgence in harmful pleasures, or disrespecting elders and gurus fall into this category. Such actions must be consciously avoided by anyone walking the path of dharma.

• Prāyaśchitta karma comprises acts of atonement or expiation meant to cleanse the doer of the karmic consequences of wrong actions—especially those involving nishiddha karma or failures in nitya and naimittika duties. This can include fasting, pilgrimage, repetition of mantras, confession, charity, and specific rites as prescribed by Dharmaśāstra texts. Prāyaśchitta allows for inner purification and realignment with one’s dharmic path.

Together, these five karmas offer a holistic approach to living a life of awareness, intention, and transformation. In the path of Karma Yoga, understanding these distinctions helps us cultivate right action (karma), right attitude (bhāva), and ultimately, freedom from the binding effects of karma.

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Today the 10th of July 2025 is GURU PURNIMA. it is the best day to pay tribute to all the gurus in our life. Guru Purnim...
10/07/2025

Today the 10th of July 2025 is GURU PURNIMA. it is the best day to pay tribute to all the gurus in our life. Guru Purnima as the name suggests is the day dedicated to our teachers and gurus. Gu' means ignorance or darkness and 'ru' means the removal of darkness. Gurus are named so because they remove the darkness from our lives by teaching us the right things and showing us the right path. Therefore the day is celebrated by expressing gratitude and love for our teachers.

From the combined words of great Gurus we further learn this - "He alone teaches who has something to give, for teaching is not talking, teaching is not imparting doctrines, it is communicating. Where there is a Guru, there is Grace. Worshipping the feet of the Guru is the ultimate of all worships. Let no man in the world live in delusion. Without a Guru, no one can cross over."

What can we do today for this holy day?
We can chant MANTRA to honor the GURU 108 times
Guru Brahma,
Guru Vishnu,
Guru Devo Maheshvarah,
Guru Saakshaata Parabrahma,
Tasmai Shri Guruve Namah.

- After repeating the mantra repeat the name of your guru and visualize touching his feet.
- Offer flowers and fruits to the image of your Guru.
- Light candle, and burn incense sticks in front of his/her picture.
- Show an intent of surrender and love, and ask for blessings and guidance while appreciating the presence of the guru.

We may further add this to the above-> Salutations to the Adi Guru who the humans of earth call Shiv, Shankar, Mahadev, Adi Yogi, Maha Kaal, Kedarnath, Rameshwar, Yogeshwar, Gangadhar and a thousand other names, without his grace we would never rise up, We bow to him in reverence and pray that he grants us a place in his blissful consciousness.

HAR HAR HAR MAHADEV

Regards
Team SivaOm School of Yoga
Om Namah Shivay
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Special moments at the Maha Kumbh with:🙏🏼 Senior Mahamandaleshwar  Yatindranand Giri Maharaj ji of Juna Akhara, who has ...
09/07/2025

Special moments at the Maha Kumbh with:

🙏🏼 Senior Mahamandaleshwar Yatindranand Giri Maharaj ji of Juna Akhara, who has been a pillar of strength since the very first day I met him.

🕉 Swami Anand Swaroop Ji, Peethadheeshwar of Shambhavi Peeth and founder of Kali Sena, who has continued to bless us with his love since the Maha Kumbh.

🏹 Mahant Ram Krishan Das Ji, who traveled all the way from Gangotri to be with us and offered a gift beyond compare.

🧘🏻‍♂️ Jagadguru, who graced us with blessings for a happy and meaningful life.

🧘🏻‍♀️ A Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhara, who in their own unique way shared the powerful and often painful journey of establishing their rightful place in this world.

💪🏼 Naga Sannyasi Bheem Giri from Kedarnath—my friend of 11 years and one of the most warm-hearted and delightful souls you could ever meet.

There are many more divine beings whose presence enriched us, like Marika Limasu Daskalaki Aimilia Pavlatou and many more but the digital space is limited. We carry them in our hearts and honor them with deep reverence. 🙏🏼

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