Friday, July 25, 2014
Thursday, July 24, 2014
Shocking science behind Hindu traditions
Indian Customs Vs Scientific Reasons Traditions in Hinduism were considered mainly as superstitions, but with the advent of science, it is becoming evident that these traditions are based on some scientific knowledge and moved from generations to generations as traditions. Though the common people did not know science in it, they were following it very faithfully over the years. This blog is an attempt to bring forward the science involved in these traditions and rituals...
1. Throwing Coins into a River: The general reasoning given for this act is that it brings Good Luck. However, scientifically speaking, in the ancient times, most of the currency used was made of copper unlike the stainless steel coins of today. Copper is a vital metal very useful to the human body. Throwing coins in the river was one way our fore-fathers ensured we intake sufficient copper as part of the water as rivers were the only source of drinking water. Making it a custom ensured that all of us follow the practice.
2. Joining Both Palms together to Greet: In Hindu culture, people greet each other by joining their palms - termed as “Namaskar.” The general reason behind this tradition is that greeting by joining both the palms means respect. However, scientifically speaking, joining both hands ensures joining the tips of all the fingers together; which are denoted to the pressure points of eyes, ears, and mind. Pressing them together is said to activate the pressure points which helps us remember that person for a long time. And, no germs since we don’t make any physical contact!
3. Why do Indian Women wear Toe Ring: Wearing toe rings is not just the significance of married women but there is science behind it. Normally toe rings are worn on the second toe. A particular nerve from the second toe connects the uterus and passes to heart. Wearing toe ring on this finger strengthens the uterus. It will keep it healthy by regulating the blood flow to it and menstrual cycle will be regularized. As Silver is a good conductor, it also absorbs polar energies from the earth and passes it to the body.
4. Applying Tilak on the Forehead: On the forehead, between the two eyebrows, is a spot that is considered as a major nerve point in human body since ancient times. The Tilak is believed to prevent the loss of "energy", the red 'kumkum' between the eyebrows is said to retain energy in the human body and control the various levels of concentration. While applying kumkum the points on the mid-brow region and Adnya-chakra are automatically pressed. This also facilitates the blood supply to the face muscles.
5. Why do Temples have Bells: People who are visiting the temple should and will Ring the bell before entering the inner sanctum (Garbhagudi or Garbha Gruha or womb-chamber) where the main idol is placed. According to Agama Sastra, the bell is used to give sound for keeping evil forces away and the ring of the bell is pleasant to God. However, the scientific reason behind bells is that their ring clears our mind and helps us stay sharp and keep our full concentration on devotional purpose. These bells are made in such a way that when they produce a sound it creates a unity in the Left and Right parts of our brains. The moment we ring the bell, it produces a sharp and enduring sound which lasts for minimum of 7 seconds in echo mode. The duration of echo is good enough to activate all the seven healing centres in our body. This results in emptying our brain from all negative thoughts.
6. Why do we have Navratras: Our living style has drastically changed if we compare it to the society hundreds & thousands of years ago. The traditions which we follow in present are not establishments of today but of the past. Ever thought, why do we have Navratras twice a year unlike other festivals like Deepawali or Holi? Well, both these months are the months of changing seasons and the eating habits of both the seasons are quite different from each other. Navratras give enough time to the body to adjust and prepare itself for to the changing season. These nine days were marked as a period when people would clean their body system by keeping fasts by avoiding excessive salt and sugar, meditate, gain a lot of positive energy, gain a lot of self confidence & increase the self determination power (fasts are a medium to improve our will power and self determination) and finally get ready for the challenges of the changed season.
7. Why do we worship Tulsi Plant: Hindu religion has bestowed ‘Tulsi’, with the status of mother. Also known as ‘Sacred or Holy Basil’, Tulsi, has been recognized as a religious and spiritual devout in many parts of the world. The vedic sages knew the benefits of Tulsi and that is why they personified it as a Goddess and gave a clear message to the entire community that it needs to be taken care of by the people, literate or illiterate. We try to protect it because it is like Sanjeevani for the mankind. Tulsi has great medicinal properties. It is a remarkable antibiotic. Taking Tulsi everyday in tea or otherwise increases immunity and help the drinker prevent diseases, stabilize his or her health condition, balance his or her body system and most important of all, prolong his or her life. Keeping Tulsi plant at home prevents insects and mosquitoes from entering the house. It is said that snakes do not dare to go near a Tulsi plant. Maybe that is why ancient people would grow lots of Tulsi near their houses.
8. Why do we worship Peepal Tree: ‘Peepal’ tree is almost useless for an ordinary person, except for its shadow. ‘Peepal’ does not a have a delicious fruit, its wood is not strong enough for any purpose then why should a common villager or person worship it or even care for it? Our ancestors knew that ‘Peepal’ is one of the very few trees (or probably the only tree) which produces oxygen even at night. So in order to save this tree because of its unique property they related it to God/religion.
9. Start with Spice & End with Sweet: Our ancestors have stressed on the fact that our meals should be started off with something spicy and sweet dishes should be taken towards the end. The significance of this eating practice is that while spicy things activate the digestive juices and acids and ensure that the digestion process goes on smoothly and efficiently, sweets or carbohydrates pulls down the digestive process. Hence, sweets were always recommended to be taken as a last item.
10. Choti on the Male Head: Sushrut rishi, the foremost surgeon of Ayurveda, describes the master sensitive spot on the head as Adhipati Marma, where there is a nexus of all nerves. The shikha protects this spot. Below, in the brain, occurs the Brahmarandhra, where the sushumnã (nerve) arrives from the lower part of the body. In Yog, Brahmarandhra is the highest, seventh chakra, with the thousand-petalled lotus. It is the centre of wisdom. The knotted shikhã helps boost this centre and conserve its subtle energy known as ojas.
11. Applying Mehendi/Henna on the Hand: Besides lending color to the hands, mehndi is a very powerful medicinal herb. Weddings are stressful, and often, the stress causes headaches and fevers. As the wedding day approaches, the excitement mixed with nervous anticipation can take its toll on the bride and groom. Application of mehndi can prevent too much stress because it cools the body and keeps the nerves from becoming tense. This is the reason why mehndi is applied on the hands and feet, which house nerve endings in the body.
12. Celebration & Cleaning During Diwali: Diwali usually falls in October or November which marks the start of winter season and end of rainy season. Rainy season wasn't a good time for everyone back then; many homes needed repair and renovation after a heavy fall. That is why time before diwali was considered the period during which everyone can indulge in cleaning and beautification of their home. And also take out their winter clothes and pack the summer ones.
13. Sitting on the Floor & Eating: This tradition is not just about sitting on floor and eating, it is regarding sitting in the “Sukhasan” position and then eating. Sukhasan is the position we normally use for Yoga asanas. Sitting in this position while eating helps in improving digestion as the circulatory system can focus solely upon digestion and not on our legs dangling from a chair or supporting us while we are standing.
14. Why not to sleep with Your Head towards North: Myth is that it invites ghost or death but science says that it is because human body has its own magnetic field (Also known as hearts magnetic field, because the flow of blood) and Earth is a giant magnet. When we sleep with head towards north, our body's magnetic field become completely asymmetrical to the Earth's Magnetic field. That cause problems related to blood pressure and our heart needs to work harder in order to overcome this asymmetry of Magnetic fields. Apart from this another reason is that Our body have significant amount of iron in our blood. When we sleep in this position, iron from the whole body starts to congregate in brain. This can cause headache, Alzheimer’s Disease, Cognitive Decline, Parkinson disease and brain degeneration.
15. Surya Namaskar: Hindus have a tradition of paying regards to Sun God early in the morning by their water offering ritual. It was mainly because looking at Sun rays through water or directly at that time of the day is good for eyes and also by waking up to follow this routine, we become prone to a morning lifestyle and mornings are proven to be the most effective part of the day.
16. Ear Piercing in Children: Piercing the ears has a great importance in Indian ethos. Indian physicians and philosophers believe that piercing the ears helps in the development of intellect, power of thinking and decision making faculties. Talkativeness fritters away life energy. Ear piercing helps in speech-restraint. It helps to reduce impertinent behaviour and the ear-channels become free from disorders. This idea appeals to the Western world as well, and so they are getting their ears pierced to wear fancy earrings as a mark of fashion.
17. Application of Sindoor or Vermillion: It is interesting to note that that the application of sindoor by married women carries a physiological significance. This is so because Sindoor is prepared by mixing turmeric-lime and the metal mercury. Due to its intrinsic properties, mercury, besides controlling blood pressure also activates sexual drive. This also explains why Sindoor is prohibited for the widows. For best results, Sindoor should be applied right upto the pituitary gland where all our feelings are centered. Mercury is also known for removing stress and strain.
18. The scientific explanation of ouching Feet(charan sparsh): Usually, the person of whose feet you are touching is either old or pious. When they accept your respect which came from your reduced ego (and is called your shraddha) their hearts emit positive thoughts and energy (which is called their karuna) which reaches you through their hands and toes. In essence, the completed circuit enables flow of energy and increases cosmic energy, switching on a quick connect between two minds and hearts. To an extent, the same is achieved through handshakes and hugs. The nerves that start from our brain spread across all your body. These nerves or wires end in the fingertips of your hand and feet. When you join the fingertips of your hand to those of their opposite feet, a circuit is immediately formed and the energies of two bodies are connected. Your fingers and palms become the ‘receptor’ of energy and the feet of other person become the ‘giver’ of energy.
19. Why do we Fast: The underlying principle behind fasting is to be found in Ayurveda. This ancient Indian medical system sees the basic cause of many diseases as the accumulation of toxic materials in the digestive system. Regular cleansing of toxic materials keeps one healthy. By fasting, the digestive organs get rest and all body mechanisms are cleansed and corrected. A complete fast is good for heath, and the occasional intake of warm lemon juice during the period of fasting prevents the flatulence. Since the h
uman body, as explained by Ayurveda, is composed of 80% liquid and 20% solid, like the earth, the gravitational force of the moon affects the fluid contents of the body. It causes emotional imbalances in the body, making some people tense, irritable and violent. Fasting acts as antidote, for it lowers the acid content in the body which helps people to retain their sanity. Research suggests there are major health benefits to caloric restriction like reduced risks of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, immune disorders etc.
20. Why Idol Worship: Hinduism propagates idol worship more than any other religion. Researchers say that this was initiated for the purpose of increasing concentration during prayers. According to psychiatrists, a man will shape his thoughts as per what he sees. If you have 3 different objects in front of you, your thinking will change according to the object you are viewing. Similarly, in ancient India, idol worship was established so that when people view idols it is easy for them to concentrate to gain spiritual energy and meditate without mental diversion.
21. Why do Indian Women wear Bangles: Normally the wrist portion is in constant activation on any human. Also the pulse beat in this portion is mostly checked for all sorts of ailments. The Bangles used by women are normally in the wrist part of ones hand and its constant friction increases the blood circulation level. Further more the electricity passing out through outer skin is again reverted to one's own body because of the ring shaped bangles, which has no ends to pass the energy outside but to send it back to the body.
1. Throwing Coins into a River: The general reasoning given for this act is that it brings Good Luck. However, scientifically speaking, in the ancient times, most of the currency used was made of copper unlike the stainless steel coins of today. Copper is a vital metal very useful to the human body. Throwing coins in the river was one way our fore-fathers ensured we intake sufficient copper as part of the water as rivers were the only source of drinking water. Making it a custom ensured that all of us follow the practice.
2. Joining Both Palms together to Greet: In Hindu culture, people greet each other by joining their palms - termed as “Namaskar.” The general reason behind this tradition is that greeting by joining both the palms means respect. However, scientifically speaking, joining both hands ensures joining the tips of all the fingers together; which are denoted to the pressure points of eyes, ears, and mind. Pressing them together is said to activate the pressure points which helps us remember that person for a long time. And, no germs since we don’t make any physical contact!
3. Why do Indian Women wear Toe Ring: Wearing toe rings is not just the significance of married women but there is science behind it. Normally toe rings are worn on the second toe. A particular nerve from the second toe connects the uterus and passes to heart. Wearing toe ring on this finger strengthens the uterus. It will keep it healthy by regulating the blood flow to it and menstrual cycle will be regularized. As Silver is a good conductor, it also absorbs polar energies from the earth and passes it to the body.
4. Applying Tilak on the Forehead: On the forehead, between the two eyebrows, is a spot that is considered as a major nerve point in human body since ancient times. The Tilak is believed to prevent the loss of "energy", the red 'kumkum' between the eyebrows is said to retain energy in the human body and control the various levels of concentration. While applying kumkum the points on the mid-brow region and Adnya-chakra are automatically pressed. This also facilitates the blood supply to the face muscles.
5. Why do Temples have Bells: People who are visiting the temple should and will Ring the bell before entering the inner sanctum (Garbhagudi or Garbha Gruha or womb-chamber) where the main idol is placed. According to Agama Sastra, the bell is used to give sound for keeping evil forces away and the ring of the bell is pleasant to God. However, the scientific reason behind bells is that their ring clears our mind and helps us stay sharp and keep our full concentration on devotional purpose. These bells are made in such a way that when they produce a sound it creates a unity in the Left and Right parts of our brains. The moment we ring the bell, it produces a sharp and enduring sound which lasts for minimum of 7 seconds in echo mode. The duration of echo is good enough to activate all the seven healing centres in our body. This results in emptying our brain from all negative thoughts.
6. Why do we have Navratras: Our living style has drastically changed if we compare it to the society hundreds & thousands of years ago. The traditions which we follow in present are not establishments of today but of the past. Ever thought, why do we have Navratras twice a year unlike other festivals like Deepawali or Holi? Well, both these months are the months of changing seasons and the eating habits of both the seasons are quite different from each other. Navratras give enough time to the body to adjust and prepare itself for to the changing season. These nine days were marked as a period when people would clean their body system by keeping fasts by avoiding excessive salt and sugar, meditate, gain a lot of positive energy, gain a lot of self confidence & increase the self determination power (fasts are a medium to improve our will power and self determination) and finally get ready for the challenges of the changed season.
7. Why do we worship Tulsi Plant: Hindu religion has bestowed ‘Tulsi’, with the status of mother. Also known as ‘Sacred or Holy Basil’, Tulsi, has been recognized as a religious and spiritual devout in many parts of the world. The vedic sages knew the benefits of Tulsi and that is why they personified it as a Goddess and gave a clear message to the entire community that it needs to be taken care of by the people, literate or illiterate. We try to protect it because it is like Sanjeevani for the mankind. Tulsi has great medicinal properties. It is a remarkable antibiotic. Taking Tulsi everyday in tea or otherwise increases immunity and help the drinker prevent diseases, stabilize his or her health condition, balance his or her body system and most important of all, prolong his or her life. Keeping Tulsi plant at home prevents insects and mosquitoes from entering the house. It is said that snakes do not dare to go near a Tulsi plant. Maybe that is why ancient people would grow lots of Tulsi near their houses.
8. Why do we worship Peepal Tree: ‘Peepal’ tree is almost useless for an ordinary person, except for its shadow. ‘Peepal’ does not a have a delicious fruit, its wood is not strong enough for any purpose then why should a common villager or person worship it or even care for it? Our ancestors knew that ‘Peepal’ is one of the very few trees (or probably the only tree) which produces oxygen even at night. So in order to save this tree because of its unique property they related it to God/religion.
9. Start with Spice & End with Sweet: Our ancestors have stressed on the fact that our meals should be started off with something spicy and sweet dishes should be taken towards the end. The significance of this eating practice is that while spicy things activate the digestive juices and acids and ensure that the digestion process goes on smoothly and efficiently, sweets or carbohydrates pulls down the digestive process. Hence, sweets were always recommended to be taken as a last item.
10. Choti on the Male Head: Sushrut rishi, the foremost surgeon of Ayurveda, describes the master sensitive spot on the head as Adhipati Marma, where there is a nexus of all nerves. The shikha protects this spot. Below, in the brain, occurs the Brahmarandhra, where the sushumnã (nerve) arrives from the lower part of the body. In Yog, Brahmarandhra is the highest, seventh chakra, with the thousand-petalled lotus. It is the centre of wisdom. The knotted shikhã helps boost this centre and conserve its subtle energy known as ojas.
11. Applying Mehendi/Henna on the Hand: Besides lending color to the hands, mehndi is a very powerful medicinal herb. Weddings are stressful, and often, the stress causes headaches and fevers. As the wedding day approaches, the excitement mixed with nervous anticipation can take its toll on the bride and groom. Application of mehndi can prevent too much stress because it cools the body and keeps the nerves from becoming tense. This is the reason why mehndi is applied on the hands and feet, which house nerve endings in the body.
12. Celebration & Cleaning During Diwali: Diwali usually falls in October or November which marks the start of winter season and end of rainy season. Rainy season wasn't a good time for everyone back then; many homes needed repair and renovation after a heavy fall. That is why time before diwali was considered the period during which everyone can indulge in cleaning and beautification of their home. And also take out their winter clothes and pack the summer ones.
13. Sitting on the Floor & Eating: This tradition is not just about sitting on floor and eating, it is regarding sitting in the “Sukhasan” position and then eating. Sukhasan is the position we normally use for Yoga asanas. Sitting in this position while eating helps in improving digestion as the circulatory system can focus solely upon digestion and not on our legs dangling from a chair or supporting us while we are standing.
14. Why not to sleep with Your Head towards North: Myth is that it invites ghost or death but science says that it is because human body has its own magnetic field (Also known as hearts magnetic field, because the flow of blood) and Earth is a giant magnet. When we sleep with head towards north, our body's magnetic field become completely asymmetrical to the Earth's Magnetic field. That cause problems related to blood pressure and our heart needs to work harder in order to overcome this asymmetry of Magnetic fields. Apart from this another reason is that Our body have significant amount of iron in our blood. When we sleep in this position, iron from the whole body starts to congregate in brain. This can cause headache, Alzheimer’s Disease, Cognitive Decline, Parkinson disease and brain degeneration.
15. Surya Namaskar: Hindus have a tradition of paying regards to Sun God early in the morning by their water offering ritual. It was mainly because looking at Sun rays through water or directly at that time of the day is good for eyes and also by waking up to follow this routine, we become prone to a morning lifestyle and mornings are proven to be the most effective part of the day.
16. Ear Piercing in Children: Piercing the ears has a great importance in Indian ethos. Indian physicians and philosophers believe that piercing the ears helps in the development of intellect, power of thinking and decision making faculties. Talkativeness fritters away life energy. Ear piercing helps in speech-restraint. It helps to reduce impertinent behaviour and the ear-channels become free from disorders. This idea appeals to the Western world as well, and so they are getting their ears pierced to wear fancy earrings as a mark of fashion.
17. Application of Sindoor or Vermillion: It is interesting to note that that the application of sindoor by married women carries a physiological significance. This is so because Sindoor is prepared by mixing turmeric-lime and the metal mercury. Due to its intrinsic properties, mercury, besides controlling blood pressure also activates sexual drive. This also explains why Sindoor is prohibited for the widows. For best results, Sindoor should be applied right upto the pituitary gland where all our feelings are centered. Mercury is also known for removing stress and strain.
18. The scientific explanation of ouching Feet(charan sparsh): Usually, the person of whose feet you are touching is either old or pious. When they accept your respect which came from your reduced ego (and is called your shraddha) their hearts emit positive thoughts and energy (which is called their karuna) which reaches you through their hands and toes. In essence, the completed circuit enables flow of energy and increases cosmic energy, switching on a quick connect between two minds and hearts. To an extent, the same is achieved through handshakes and hugs. The nerves that start from our brain spread across all your body. These nerves or wires end in the fingertips of your hand and feet. When you join the fingertips of your hand to those of their opposite feet, a circuit is immediately formed and the energies of two bodies are connected. Your fingers and palms become the ‘receptor’ of energy and the feet of other person become the ‘giver’ of energy.
19. Why do we Fast: The underlying principle behind fasting is to be found in Ayurveda. This ancient Indian medical system sees the basic cause of many diseases as the accumulation of toxic materials in the digestive system. Regular cleansing of toxic materials keeps one healthy. By fasting, the digestive organs get rest and all body mechanisms are cleansed and corrected. A complete fast is good for heath, and the occasional intake of warm lemon juice during the period of fasting prevents the flatulence. Since the h
20. Why Idol Worship: Hinduism propagates idol worship more than any other religion. Researchers say that this was initiated for the purpose of increasing concentration during prayers. According to psychiatrists, a man will shape his thoughts as per what he sees. If you have 3 different objects in front of you, your thinking will change according to the object you are viewing. Similarly, in ancient India, idol worship was established so that when people view idols it is easy for them to concentrate to gain spiritual energy and meditate without mental diversion.
21. Why do Indian Women wear Bangles: Normally the wrist portion is in constant activation on any human. Also the pulse beat in this portion is mostly checked for all sorts of ailments. The Bangles used by women are normally in the wrist part of ones hand and its constant friction increases the blood circulation level. Further more the electricity passing out through outer skin is again reverted to one's own body because of the ring shaped bangles, which has no ends to pass the energy outside but to send it back to the body.
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Frustration of Indian Student
Kareedaina bike lo thiruguthu AC room lo India lo enjoy chesi.. Velaku velu designer guddalu vesukuntu... Rojuku 1000 rupayalu karchupettina neeku kashtala gurinchi maatlade arhata ledu......
kashtaalu ela untaayo..
nijamaina US jeevitham lo kashtaalu ela untayo nenu chepta nuvvu vinu ee roju vinu.......
Parttime job ki vellaalante ponu 6 milelu raanu 6 milelu rojuku 12 milelu chali/snow lo bus lo vellali anna sangathi neeku thelusa? naaku thelusu..
Annam ante aadivaaram thinaalani biryani/dosa rendu vaaralaki vondukuntaarani.. Restaurant vellinappude gupchup thintaaranna vishayam neeku thelusaa?
naaku thelusu...
XBox/PS3 tho aadukovalasina pasi vayasulo.. University lo fee kosam part time job cheyyali anna vishyam neeku thelusaa..??
Fee kattalsi vasthe bank acct vaipu india ki shopping ayithecredit card nill balance vaipu chuse manushulu inkaa brathikunnarani.. nuvvu brathike samaajam lo unnaarani thelusaa ..??
Partime job overtime chesi malli rendu gantallo univ lo quiz paper unte.. aa baadha elaa untundo nuvvu anubavinchaava? nenu anubavinchaanu..
Kantiki kanipinchani edo oka shakti tonnula baruvutho bhoomi lopaliki thokkuthunnattu eppudaina anipinchindaa?
vayasulo undagaane baadha tho bujaalu kungi povadam eppudaina anubavinchaava ??
Manaki full time job ki mana deggara unna visa mana daggara unna shakti edi saripodu ee janam madhya fulltime job kaavali ante green card kaavali ani neeku eppudaina anipinchinda?
Desi employer neeku eppudaina devudi laa kanipinchadaa??
H1B pattukoni dhairyanga undadam neeku eppudaina anipinchindaa?
Manam ikkada undali ante contract job cheyyali anipinchinda?
Naaku anipinchindi.. Desi employer tho H1B pattaanu.. Client deggariki vellanu..Contractor ni ayyanu... Contractor ni ayyanu..
Ikkada kashtam gurinchi matlade arhata naaku mathrame undi neeku ledu!!!!
Disclaimer: All characters appearing in this work are fictitious. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental.
kashtaalu ela untaayo..
nijamaina US jeevitham lo kashtaalu ela untayo nenu chepta nuvvu vinu ee roju vinu.......
Parttime job ki vellaalante ponu 6 milelu raanu 6 milelu rojuku 12 milelu chali/snow lo bus lo vellali anna sangathi neeku thelusa? naaku thelusu..
Annam ante aadivaaram thinaalani biryani/dosa rendu vaaralaki vondukuntaarani.. Restaurant vellinappude gupchup thintaaranna vishayam neeku thelusaa?
naaku thelusu...
XBox/PS3 tho aadukovalasina pasi vayasulo.. University lo fee kosam part time job cheyyali anna vishyam neeku thelusaa..??
Fee kattalsi vasthe bank acct vaipu india ki shopping ayithe
Partime job overtime chesi malli rendu gantallo univ lo quiz paper unte.. aa baadha elaa untundo nuvvu anubavinchaava? nenu anubavinchaanu..
Kantiki kanipinchani edo oka shakti tonnula baruvutho bhoomi lopaliki thokkuthunnattu eppudaina anipinchindaa?
vayasulo undagaane baadha tho bujaalu kungi povadam eppudaina anubavinchaava ??
Manaki full time job ki mana deggara unna visa mana daggara unna shakti edi saripodu ee janam madhya fulltime job kaavali ante green card kaavali ani neeku eppudaina anipinchinda?
Desi employer neeku eppudaina devudi laa kanipinchadaa??
H1B pattukoni dhairyanga undadam neeku eppudaina anipinchindaa?
Manam ikkada undali ante contract job cheyyali anipinchinda?
Naaku anipinchindi.. Desi employer tho H1B pattaanu.. Client deggariki vellanu..
Ikkada kashtam gurinchi matlade arhata naaku mathrame undi neeku ledu!!!!
Disclaimer: All characters appearing in this work are fictitious. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental.
Friday, January 17, 2014
How The Moon Came To Adorn Shiva's Head
How The Moon Came To Adorn Shiva's Head
According to ancient scriptures, the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra has been used by many to overcome imminent death. One such story is of Chandra, the moon God, who had annoyed his father-in-law, Prajapati Daksha, who, in turn, cursed him that each day, his lustre would wane and eventually he would disappear forever. A terrified Chandra did not know what to do. Rishi Markandeya then disclosed the Mrityunjaya Stotra to Chandra and asked him to visit Shiva and chant it in his presence. When Chandra reached Shiva's abode, he found him in deep meditation. However, hearing the mantra, Shiva opened his eyes, and without speaking a word, placed Chandra on his forehead. Instantly, the moon began to wax once again, thus showing the power of the mantra as well as Shiva.
Adding Value To Vibhuti
The Mrityunjaya Stotra is also chanted while smearing vibhuti on our forehead or body during japa or chanting and homa or havan to get desired results. Repetitive chanting of the mantra develops concentration and naturally, to a transformation in awareness, leading to healing, rejuvenation and nurturing.
Let's Revisit The Mantra
Let us understand the mantra word by word, to derive its full meaning and power: ॐ or Om is the sacred, mystical syllable त्र्यम्बकम् or tryambakam means the three-eyed one, or Shiva यजामहे or Yajamahe means we worship and adore सुगन्धिम् or Sugandhim means the fragrant पुष्टि or Puṣṭi means a well-nourished, thriving, prosperous and complete way of living, वर्धनम् or Vardhanam means the one who nourishes and strengthens, the one who gladdens, exhilarates and restores health; in other words, a good gardener उर्वारुकमिव or urvarukamiva is a conjunction of urva or huge and arukam or disease. बन्धनान् or bandhanan means release from captivity मृत्योर्मुक्षीय or mṛtyormukṣiya means liberation from death मामृतात or mamṛtat means a request for the gift of immortality.
Mahadev
No, wonder, Shiva is not merely a God, but the third in the Holy Trinity, comprising the Super-Gods. No wonder, he is also known by the name Mahadev...
According to ancient scriptures, the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra has been used by many to overcome imminent death. One such story is of Chandra, the moon God, who had annoyed his father-in-law, Prajapati Daksha, who, in turn, cursed him that each day, his lustre would wane and eventually he would disappear forever. A terrified Chandra did not know what to do. Rishi Markandeya then disclosed the Mrityunjaya Stotra to Chandra and asked him to visit Shiva and chant it in his presence. When Chandra reached Shiva's abode, he found him in deep meditation. However, hearing the mantra, Shiva opened his eyes, and without speaking a word, placed Chandra on his forehead. Instantly, the moon began to wax once again, thus showing the power of the mantra as well as Shiva.
Adding Value To Vibhuti
The Mrityunjaya Stotra is also chanted while smearing vibhuti on our forehead or body during japa or chanting and homa or havan to get desired results. Repetitive chanting of the mantra develops concentration and naturally, to a transformation in awareness, leading to healing, rejuvenation and nurturing.
Let's Revisit The Mantra
Let us understand the mantra word by word, to derive its full meaning and power: ॐ or Om is the sacred, mystical syllable त्र्यम्बकम् or tryambakam means the three-eyed one, or Shiva यजामहे or Yajamahe means we worship and adore सुगन्धिम् or Sugandhim means the fragrant पुष्टि or Puṣṭi means a well-nourished, thriving, prosperous and complete way of living, वर्धनम् or Vardhanam means the one who nourishes and strengthens, the one who gladdens, exhilarates and restores health; in other words, a good gardener उर्वारुकमिव or urvarukamiva is a conjunction of urva or huge and arukam or disease. बन्धनान् or bandhanan means release from captivity मृत्योर्मुक्षीय or mṛtyormukṣiya means liberation from death मामृतात or mamṛtat means a request for the gift of immortality.
Mahadev
No, wonder, Shiva is not merely a God, but the third in the Holy Trinity, comprising the Super-Gods. No wonder, he is also known by the name Mahadev...
Maha Mrityunjay Stotra: Mantra that conquers death
Maha Mrityunjay Stotra: Mantra that conquers death
Om Namah Shivay
It is worth thinking how a stotra or mantra dedicated to Shiva, the God of destruction, is about conquering death. The Maha Mrityunjaya stotra is just four lines in all, but considered to be a very powerful mantra that helps ward off death...
Mantra That Evokes Shiva's Image
The Maha Mrityunjay Stotra is also known by the name Rudra Mantra, referring to his angry persona. It is known by the name Triambakam Mantra, literally the God with three eyes. It is also known as Mrita Sanjivini Mantra because of its life-restoring aspect, as experienced by sage Shukracharya, who was revived by this mantra after a period of severe austerities.
Mantra For Meditation
The great mantra is found in the Rig Veda. In fact, many regard the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra as the very essence of the Veda. Along with Gayatri Mantra, the Maha Mrityunjay Mantra is foremost among mantras used for meditation practice. The verse also recurs in the Yajurveda and the Atharvaveda.
The Words Of The Mantra
Om! Triyambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam
Urvaruka miva Bandhanat Mrityormukshiya Maamritat.
Meaning Of The Mantra
Om! O three-eyed one, we worship and adore you. You are the fragrance of life, who nourishes us, restores us, and causes us to thrive. As the stem of the cucumber weakens over time, as does the gourd if freed from vine, so free us from attachment and death, and pleasegrant us the boon of immortality.
Conquers Much More Than Death
Although Maha Mrityunjaya Stotra is better known as the mantra for conquering death, it also comes as a reminder to us for purifying our karmas, thus leading to overall mental, emotional and physical health. Thus, it also doubles up as a moksha mantra, which bestows one with longevity and immortality.
It is worth thinking how a stotra or mantra dedicated to Shiva, the God of destruction, is about conquering death. The Maha Mrityunjaya stotra is just four lines in all, but considered to be a very powerful mantra that helps ward off death...
Mantra That Evokes Shiva's Image
The Maha Mrityunjay Stotra is also known by the name Rudra Mantra, referring to his angry persona. It is known by the name Triambakam Mantra, literally the God with three eyes. It is also known as Mrita Sanjivini Mantra because of its life-restoring aspect, as experienced by sage Shukracharya, who was revived by this mantra after a period of severe austerities.
Mantra For Meditation
The great mantra is found in the Rig Veda. In fact, many regard the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra as the very essence of the Veda. Along with Gayatri Mantra, the Maha Mrityunjay Mantra is foremost among mantras used for meditation practice. The verse also recurs in the Yajurveda and the Atharvaveda.
The Words Of The Mantra
Om! Triyambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam
Urvaruka miva Bandhanat Mrityormukshiya Maamritat.
Meaning Of The Mantra
Om! O three-eyed one, we worship and adore you. You are the fragrance of life, who nourishes us, restores us, and causes us to thrive. As the stem of the cucumber weakens over time, as does the gourd if freed from vine, so free us from attachment and death, and please
Conquers Much More Than Death
Although Maha Mrityunjaya Stotra is better known as the mantra for conquering death, it also comes as a reminder to us for purifying our karmas, thus leading to overall mental, emotional and physical health. Thus, it also doubles up as a moksha mantra, which bestows one with longevity and immortality.
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Interesting Facts About Religion
Interesting facts about religion
CHRISTIANITY:
One Christ, One Bible, One Religion
BUT the Latin Catholic will not enter Syrian Catholic Church.
These two will not enter Marthoma Church.
These three will not enter Pentecost Church.
These four will not enter Salvation Army Church.
These five will not enter Seventh Day Adventist Church.
These six will not enter Orthodox Church.
These seven will not enter Jacobite church.
Like this there are 146 castes in Kerala alone, each will not go to the other's church topray ...!
So much for One Christ, One Bible, One Jehova.....
What a unity!
ISLAM:
One Allah, One Quran, One Nabi....!
AND ALL MUSLIMS CALL THEMSELVES BROTHERS!
BUT, Shia and Sunni cannot see eye to eye and kill each other anywhere and everywhere.
The Shia will not go to Sunni Mosque.
These two will not go to Ahamadiya Mosque.
These three will not go to Sufi Mosque.
These four will not go to Mujahiddin mosque...
There are 13 castes in Muslims and these brothers can't share their places of worship.
The brothers have been killing/bombing/conquering/murdering/raping each other in the name of Islam for the last 1500 years, since the day Islam existed...!
They have never been or never will be at peace with Jews or Christians in the name of religion, yet all 3 pray to the same God of Abraham.
The American attack on the Muslim land of Iraq and Afghanistan is fully supported by all the Muslim countries around them!
One Allah, One Quran, One Nebi....!
Great unity!
All Muslims are not Terrorists, but all Terrorists are Muslims and 60% of all victims of Muslim terrorism are Muslims.
THEY ARE KILLING THEMSELVES IN THE NAME OF RELIGION.
HINDUISM:
1,280 Religious Books, 10,000 Commentaries, more than one lakh sub-commentaries for these foundation books,
330 million gods, variety of Aacharyas, thousands of Rishies, hundreds of languages... still everyone goes to the SAME TEMPLE ...
Hindus never quarreled each other for the last ten thousand years in The name of religion.
Only Politicians had tried to divide and rule.
BUDDHISM:
Buddhism is the world's first religion
Fourth-largest religion behind Christianity, Islam and Hinduism
Buddhism is both a religion and philosophy largely based on teachings attributed to Siddhartha Gautama
Three concepts, Karma, Rebirth, Samsara. They classify themselves as Theravada or Mahayana
Both accept the Buddha as their teacher. Both accept the Middle way, Dependent origination,
Four Noble Truths, Noble Eightfold Path and Three marks of existence
Both accept that members of the laity and of the sangha can pursue the path toward enlightenment (Bodhi)
Both consider Buddha hood to be the highest attainment
They do not believe that this world is created and ruled by a God
They consider that thepurpose of life is to develop compassion for all living beings without discrimination and to work for their good, happiness and peace and to develop wisdom leading to the realization of the Ultimate Truth
The moral is:
KEEP RELIGION OUT OF POLITICS AND POLITICS OUT OF RELIGION
CHRISTIANITY:
One Christ, One Bible, One Religion
BUT the Latin Catholic will not enter Syrian Catholic Church.
These two will not enter Marthoma Church.
These three will not enter Pentecost Church.
These four will not enter Salvation Army Church.
These five will not enter Seventh Day Adventist Church.
These six will not enter Orthodox Church.
These seven will not enter Jacobite church.
Like this there are 146 castes in Kerala alone, each will not go to the other's church to
So much for One Christ, One Bible, One Jehova.....
What a unity!
ISLAM:
One Allah, One Quran, One Nabi....!
AND ALL MUSLIMS CALL THEMSELVES BROTHERS!
BUT, Shia and Sunni cannot see eye to eye and kill each other anywhere and everywhere.
The Shia will not go to Sunni Mosque.
These two will not go to Ahamadiya Mosque.
These three will not go to Sufi Mosque.
These four will not go to Mujahiddin mosque...
There are 13 castes in Muslims and these brothers can't share their places of worship.
The brothers have been killing/bombing/conquering/murdering/raping each other in the name of Islam for the last 1500 years, since the day Islam existed...!
They have never been or never will be at peace with Jews or Christians in the name of religion, yet all 3 pray to the same God of Abraham.
The American attack on the Muslim land of Iraq and Afghanistan is fully supported by all the Muslim countries around them!
One Allah, One Quran, One Nebi....!
Great unity!
All Muslims are not Terrorists, but all Terrorists are Muslims and 60% of all victims of Muslim terrorism are Muslims.
THEY ARE KILLING THEMSELVES IN THE NAME OF RELIGION.
HINDUISM:
1,280 Religious Books, 10,000 Commentaries, more than one lakh sub-commentaries for these foundation books,
330 million gods, variety of Aacharyas, thousands of Rishies, hundreds of languages... still everyone goes to the SAME TEMPLE ...
Hindus never quarreled each other for the last ten thousand years in The name of religion.
Only Politicians had tried to divide and rule.
BUDDHISM:
Buddhism is the world's first religion
Fourth-largest religion behind Christianity, Islam and Hinduism
Buddhism is both a religion and philosophy largely based on teachings attributed to Siddhartha Gautama
Three concepts, Karma, Rebirth, Samsara. They classify themselves as Theravada or Mahayana
Both accept the Buddha as their teacher. Both accept the Middle way, Dependent origination,
Four Noble Truths, Noble Eightfold Path and Three marks of existence
Both accept that members of the laity and of the sangha can pursue the path toward enlightenment (Bodhi)
Both consider Buddha hood to be the highest attainment
They do not believe that this world is created and ruled by a God
They consider that the
The moral is:
KEEP RELIGION OUT OF POLITICS AND POLITICS OUT OF RELIGION
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
GAYATRI MANTRA
GAYATRI MANTRA - THE BEST DIVINE PRAYER HYMN IN THE WORLD!
Dr.Howard Steingeril, an American scientist, collected Mantras, Hymns and invocations from all over the world and from all religions, tested their strength in his Physiology Laboratory.
He concluded that the Hindus' Vedic Gayatri Mantra is the most rewarding scientifically.
He concluded that the Hindus' Vedic Gayatri Mantra is the most rewarding scientifically.
That the Gayathri Mantra produced 110,000 sound waves per second. This was the highest and found it to be the most powerful prayer hymn in the world.
That the combination of sound and variation in the sound waves and its particular frequency is capable of developing specific spiritual potentialities.
The Hamburg university initiated this research into the efficacy of the Gayatri Mantra both on the mental and physical plane of CREATION...
The GAYATRI MANTRA is now being broadcast daily for 15 minutes from 7 P.M. onwards over Radio Paramaribo, Surinam, South America for the past two years, and also in Amsterdam,
Holland for the last six months.
That the combination of sound and variation in the sound waves and its particular frequency is capable of developing specific spiritual potentialities.
The Hamburg university initiated this research into the efficacy of the Gayatri Mantra both on the mental and physical plane of CREATION...
The GAYATRI MANTRA is now being broadcast daily for 15 minutes from 7 P.M. onwards over Radio Paramaribo, Surinam, South America for the past two years, and also in Amsterdam,
Holland for the last six months.
The History and Significance of the Gayatri Mantra.
The Gayatri Mantra has been chronicled in the Rig Veda, which was written in Sanskrit about 2500 to 3500 years ago, and the mantra may have been chanted for many centuries before that.
For ages, this beautiful prayer has seemed mysterious to the Western mind and was out of reach even for most Hindus. It was a well guarded secret, withheld from women and from those outside the Hindu Brahmin community.
Today, it is chanted, meditated to, and sung around the world with reverence and love. It is often compared to The Lord's Prayer in significance and impact.
The beautiful and soothing ancient sounds, the flowing rhythmic patterns, and the powerful intent make the Gayatri Mantra a wonderful part of one's daily spiritual practice. Because it is an earnest and heartfelt appeal to the Supreme Being for enlightenment, it can be universally applied. It really doesn't matter what your religion, your color or your ethnicity is and what matters is your intent, and your authenticity, and your willingness to be moved.
The ancient Hindu scriptures describe how the sage Vishwamitra was given the Gayatri mantra by the Supreme Being as a reward for his many years of deep penance and meditation. This was to be a gift for all humanity.
It is said that this sacred prayer spirals through the entire universe from the heart of the chanter, appealing for peace and divine wisdom for all.
The Gayatri Mantra inspires wisdom in us. In very basic but beautiful language, it says "May the divine light of the Supreme Being illuminate our intellect, to lead us along a path of righteousness".
The Gayatri Mantra has been chronicled in the Rig Veda, which was written in Sanskrit about 2500 to 3500 years ago, and the mantra may have been chanted for many centuries before that.
For ages, this beautiful prayer has seemed mysterious to the Western mind and was out of reach even for most Hindus. It was a well guarded secret, withheld from women and from those outside the Hindu Brahmin community.
Today, it is chanted, meditated to, and sung around the world with reverence and love. It is often compared to The Lord's Prayer in significance and impact.
The beautiful and soothing ancient sounds, the flowing rhythmic patterns, and the powerful intent make the Gayatri Mantra a wonderful part of one's daily spiritual practice. Because it is an earnest and heartfelt appeal to the Supreme Being for enlightenment, it can be universally applied. It really doesn't matter what your religion, your color or your ethnicity is and what matters is your intent, and your authenticity, and your willingness to be moved.
The ancient Hindu scriptures describe how the sage Vishwamitra was given the Gayatri mantra by the Supreme Being as a reward for his many years of deep penance and meditation. This was to be a gift for all humanity.
It is said that this sacred prayer spirals through the entire universe from the heart of the chanter, appealing for peace and divine wisdom for all.
The Gayatri Mantra inspires wisdom in us. In very basic but beautiful language, it says "May the divine light of the Supreme Being illuminate our intellect, to lead us along a path of righteousness".
The Vedas say:
To chant the Gayatri Mantra purifies the chanter.
To listen to the Gayatri Mantra purifies the listener.
But the mantra does more, as I found out. It opens up your heart. And how well we know, when both our minds and our hearts open, we open ourselves up for new possibilities.
For many devout Hindus, the Gayatri is seen as a Divine awakening of the individual mind and the individual soul Atman -- and within it, a way to Union with the collective consciousness - Brahman. Understanding and simply loving the essence of the Gayatri Mantra is considered by many to be one of the most powerful ways to touching God.
One interpretation is that the word Gayatri is derived from the words:
•gaya, meaning "vital energies" and
•trï, meaning "preserves, protects, gives deliverance, grants liberation".
So, the two words "Gayatri Mantra" might be translated as "a prayer of praise that awakens the vital energies and gives liberation and deliverance from ignorance".
The shorter form of the Gayatri is practiced far more commonly:
"OM BUHR, BHUVA, SWAHA
TAT SAVITUR VARENYAM
BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI
DHIYO YONAHA PRACHODAYAT"
We meditate on the glory of the Creator;
Who has created the Universe;
Who is worthy of Worship;
Who is the embodiment of Knowledge and Light;
Who is the remover of Sin and Ignorance;
May He open our hearts and enlighten our Intellect.
The longer version is more profound.
"OM BHUR, OM BHUVAHA, OM SWAHA, OM MAHAHA, OM JANAHA, OM TAPAHA, OM NAMAHA OM SATYAM
OM TAT SAVITUR VARENYAM
BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI
DHIYO YONAHA PRACHODAYAT"
According to the Vedas, there are seven realms or spheres or planes of existence, each more spiritually advanced than the previous one. It is written that through spiritual awareness and development, we can progressively move through these realms and ultimately merge with the Supreme Being. Many Buddhist teachings have also referred to these seven realms.
By chanting this mantra, Divine spiritual light and power is infused in each of our seven chakras and connects them to these seven great spiritual realms of existence.
To chant the Gayatri Mantra purifies the chanter.
To listen to the Gayatri Mantra purifies the listener.
But the mantra does more, as I found out. It opens up your heart. And how well we know, when both our minds and our hearts open, we open ourselves up for new possibilities.
For many devout Hindus, the Gayatri is seen as a Divine awakening of the individual mind and the individual soul Atman -- and within it, a way to Union with the collective consciousness - Brahman. Understanding and simply loving the essence of the Gayatri Mantra is considered by many to be one of the most powerful ways to touching God.
One interpretation is that the word Gayatri is derived from the words:
•gaya, meaning "vital energies" and
•trï, meaning "preserves, protects, gives deliverance, grants liberation".
So, the two words "Gayatri Mantra" might be translated as "a prayer of praise that awakens the vital energies and gives liberation and deliverance from ignorance".
The shorter form of the Gayatri is practiced far more commonly:
"OM BUHR, BHUVA, SWAHA
TAT SAVITUR VARENYAM
BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI
DHIYO YONAHA PRACHODAYAT"
We meditate on the glory of the Creator;
Who has created the Universe;
Who is worthy of Worship;
Who is the embodiment of Knowledge and Light;
Who is the remover of Sin and Ignorance;
May He open our hearts and enlighten our Intellect.
The longer version is more profound.
"OM BHUR, OM BHUVAHA, OM SWAHA, OM MAHAHA, OM JANAHA, OM TAPAHA, OM NAMAHA OM SATYAM
OM TAT SAVITUR VARENYAM
BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI
DHIYO YONAHA PRACHODAYAT"
According to the Vedas, there are seven realms or spheres or planes of existence, each more spiritually advanced than the previous one. It is written that through spiritual awareness and development, we can progressively move through these realms and ultimately merge with the Supreme Being. Many Buddhist teachings have also referred to these seven realms.
By chanting this mantra, Divine spiritual light and power is infused in each of our seven chakras and connects them to these seven great spiritual realms of existence.
Benefits to chanting the Gayatri (Excerpts from the CD and grateful acknowledgements to Pandit Shri Ram Sharma Acharya)
The sages of ancient times selected the words of the Gayatri carefully and arranged them so that they not only convey meaning but also create very specific vibrations and powers of righteous wisdom through their utterance. Hindu Vedic scriptures describe how many of these sages accumulated tremendous spiritual powers through years of deep meditation and the chanting of the Gayatri. These spiritual powers are called 'Siddhi'.
It is said that these Gayatri Sadhakas (spiritual seekers) begin to feel the presence of divine power in the inner self which induces immense strength and peace of mind.
According to the late Pandit Shri Ram Sharma Acharya, "The rishis and sages of the Vedic Age had experienced and experimented on the enormous extrasensory energy pools - the chakras, upachakras, granthis, koshas, matakas, upayatikas and nadis, hidden in the subtle cores in the endocrine glands, nerve bundles and ganglions. It is said that the activation of these rekindles rare virtuous talents and supernormal potential.
Scientists, meta-physicists, spiritual practitioners and others are studying and rediscovering these ancient approaches towards self-realization.
The secret of the supernatural impact of Gayatri Mantra in the physical domains of life lies in the unique configuration of the specific syllables of the mantra. The cyclic enunciation of this mantra stimulates the subliminal power centers in the subtle body. The pressure on tongue, lips, vocal cord, palate and the connecting regions in the brain generated by continuous enunciation of the twenty-four special syllables of the Gayatri Mantra creates a resonance (or a vibration) in the nerves and the `threads' of the subtle body. The musical flow thus induced titillates the extrasensory energy centers. The latter begin to stimulate and a sublime magnetic force arouses in the Sadhaka that attracts the vital currents of Gayatri Shakti immanent in the infinite domains. This magnetic charge induced by the continuous repetition of the Gayatri Mantra `attunes' the seeker's mind to link with these supernatural power-currents."
It is significant that the prolonged repetition of the Gayatri has a cumulative effect on our bodies and our minds. Our minds are sharper, our immune system is stronger, and our hearts are open. When our energy centers, including our main Chakras, are activated by the vibrations of the Gayatri mantra, this has a positive and healing effect on our life force energy - on our Prana.
The Gayatri can be listened to, chanted, or even thought. There is power and potency in all three approaches. Choose the approach that you are most comfortable with.
The sages of ancient times selected the words of the Gayatri carefully and arranged them so that they not only convey meaning but also create very specific vibrations and powers of righteous wisdom through their utterance. Hindu Vedic scriptures describe how many of these sages accumulated tremendous spiritual powers through years of deep meditation and the chanting of the Gayatri. These spiritual powers are called 'Siddhi'.
It is said that these Gayatri Sadhakas (spiritual seekers) begin to feel the presence of divine power in the inner self which induces immense strength and peace of mind.
According to the late Pandit Shri Ram Sharma Acharya, "The rishis and sages of the Vedic Age had experienced and experimented on the enormous extrasensory energy pools - the chakras, upachakras, granthis, koshas, matakas, upayatikas and nadis, hidden in the subtle cores in the endocrine glands, nerve bundles and ganglions. It is said that the activation of these rekindles rare virtuous talents and supernormal potential.
Scientists, meta-physicists, spiritual practitioners and others are studying and rediscovering these ancient approaches towards self-realization.
The secret of the supernatural impact of Gayatri Mantra in the physical domains of life lies in the unique configuration of the specific syllables of the mantra. The cyclic enunciation of this mantra stimulates the subliminal power centers in the subtle body. The pressure on tongue, lips, vocal cord, palate and the connecting regions in the brain generated by continuous enunciation of the twenty-four special syllables of the Gayatri Mantra creates a resonance (or a vibration) in the nerves and the `threads' of the subtle body. The musical flow thus induced titillates the extrasensory energy centers. The latter begin to stimulate and a sublime magnetic force arouses in the Sadhaka that attracts the vital currents of Gayatri Shakti immanent in the infinite domains. This magnetic charge induced by the continuous repetition of the Gayatri Mantra `attunes' the seeker's mind to link with these supernatural power-currents."
It is significant that the prolonged repetition of the Gayatri has a cumulative effect on our bodies and our minds. Our minds are sharper, our immune system is stronger, and our hearts are open. When our energy centers, including our main Chakras, are activated by the vibrations of the Gayatri mantra, this has a positive and healing effect on our life force energy - on our Prana.
The Gayatri can be listened to, chanted, or even thought. There is power and potency in all three approaches. Choose the approach that you are most comfortable with.
The Meaning of the Gayatri Mantra (Text of Track 5)
If you intend to chant the Gayatri mantra, it is quite important that you chant it with the correct pronunciation and with the deepest integrity of intent. This of course, means that one needs to know the meaning of the words behind the mantra. The Sanskrit words of the Gayatri carry tremendous power when chanted correctly and with the purest of hearts.
Om Bhur Bhuva Swaha (Om Bhoor Bhoova Swa-Ha)
Tat Savitur Varenyam (Om Tat Sa-Vidoor Va-rain-yam)
Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi (Bhargo Dey-Vas-Ya Dee-Mahi)
Dhiyo Yo Naha, Prachodayaat (Dhee-Yo Yo-Na-Ha, Pra-Cho-Da-Yaat)
OM is considered the primeval sound from which all sounds emerge.
OM is Brahma and a metaphor for Source Energy or the Supreme Being.
Om Bhur Bhuva Swaha is actually a preamble to the main mantra and means that we invoke in our prayer and meditation the One who is our inspirer, our creator and who is the abode of supreme Joy. It also means, we invoke the earthly, physical world, the world of our mind, and the world of our soul.
Tat Savitur Varenyam - Tat meaning THAT, again denoting the Supreme Being. Savitur meaning the radiating source of life with the brightness of the Sun; and Varenyam, meaning that most adorable, most desirable.
Bhargo Devasya Deemahiï - Bhargo meaning luster and splendor, Devasya meaning Divine or Supreme and Dheemahi meaning "We meditate upon".
Deeyo Yo Naha, Prachodayaat - Dheeyo meaning our understanding of reality, our intellect, our intention. Yo meaning He Who, and Naha meaning Our. Finally, Prachodayaat, meaning May he Inspire, Guide.
Put together, we could say:
"We meditate on that most adorable, desirable and enchanting luster and brilliance of our Supreme Being, our Source Energy, our Collective Consciousness, who is our creator, inspirer and source of eternal Joy. May this warm and loving Light inspire and guide our mind and open our hearts."
Isn't that awe inspiring?
Now that you are armed with your own unique inner wisdom of what the Gayatri mantra means for you, and an understanding of the Sanskrit words, perhaps you may wish to write your own personal interpretation of this wonderful prayer...
If you intend to chant the Gayatri mantra, it is quite important that you chant it with the correct pronunciation and with the deepest integrity of intent. This of course, means that one needs to know the meaning of the words behind the mantra. The Sanskrit words of the Gayatri carry tremendous power when chanted correctly and with the purest of hearts.
Om Bhur Bhuva Swaha (Om Bhoor Bhoova Swa-Ha)
Tat Savitur Varenyam (Om Tat Sa-Vidoor Va-rain-yam)
Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi (Bhargo Dey-Vas-Ya Dee-Mahi)
Dhiyo Yo Naha, Prachodayaat (Dhee-Yo Yo-Na-Ha, Pra-Cho-Da-Yaat)
OM is considered the primeval sound from which all sounds emerge.
OM is Brahma and a metaphor for Source Energy or the Supreme Being.
Om Bhur Bhuva Swaha is actually a preamble to the main mantra and means that we invoke in our prayer and meditation the One who is our inspirer, our creator and who is the abode of supreme Joy. It also means, we invoke the earthly, physical world, the world of our mind, and the world of our soul.
Tat Savitur Varenyam - Tat meaning THAT, again denoting the Supreme Being. Savitur meaning the radiating source of life with the brightness of the Sun; and Varenyam, meaning that most adorable, most desirable.
Bhargo Devasya Deemahiï - Bhargo meaning luster and splendor, Devasya meaning Divine or Supreme and Dheemahi meaning "We meditate upon".
Deeyo Yo Naha, Prachodayaat - Dheeyo meaning our understanding of reality, our intellect, our intention. Yo meaning He Who, and Naha meaning Our. Finally, Prachodayaat, meaning May he Inspire, Guide.
Put together, we could say:
"We meditate on that most adorable, desirable and enchanting luster and brilliance of our Supreme Being, our Source Energy, our Collective Consciousness, who is our creator, inspirer and source of eternal Joy. May this warm and loving Light inspire and guide our mind and open our hearts."
Isn't that awe inspiring?
Now that you are armed with your own unique inner wisdom of what the Gayatri mantra means for you, and an understanding of the Sanskrit words, perhaps you may wish to write your own personal interpretation of this wonderful prayer...
Courtesy: Dr Mahesh via e-mail
Among the Chandas, I am the 'Gayatri'
(Lord Sri Krishna, in Bhagavad Gita)
(Lord Sri Krishna, in Bhagavad Gita)
Aano Bhadra Krtavo Yantu Vishwatah.(RIG VEDAM)
"Let Noble Thoughts Come To Me From All Directions"
"Let Noble Thoughts Come To Me From All Directions"
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