Author: myscuddy
Why visit a Temple ?
Now there are thousands of temples in different sizes, shapes and locations. But not all of them are considered to be built the Vedic way….
Spiritual significance of the Ramayana …
In Ayodhya, ( yudhdha means conflict, Ayodhya means where there is no conflict ) to the king Dasharatha ( = one who has conquered all…
Mahasivaratri: An Overview of Siva’s Great Night
Mahasivaratri is the most important festival dedicated to Lord Siva. This holy day, which takes place on March 9 this year, is observed by millions…
The 6th Element – The Karma of Forwarding Emails
Arjun: Hey Vasudev, how can I do the most heinous and unpardonable act of forwarding email that I receive, to my friends, relatives and revered…
Virtues / Values / Qualities
Peaceful Listening
To be a peaceful listener: 1. Be peaceful within, calming the mind in order to listen deeply. 2. Listen with your heart by keeping an…
Practical Application Of Spiritual Intelligence At Home Or At The Workplace (Office)
Spiritual intelligence is something everyone has but few learn to develop. While our academic education was focused around rational intelligence, some of us may have…
Thought Management
One of the simplest definitions of meditation is ‘the correct use of the mind’. The initial aim of meditation is not to prevent thoughts from…
Hypothesis: Is Vedanta Really Practical? By Acharya Vivek
As an Acharya of Chinmaya Mission, people and Centers often approach me to speak on ‘Practical Vedanta’, ‘Spirituality in Day to Day Life’, Gita in…