Prana: Yogic Vital Energy Across Cultures
Anjali KanojiaMost know of Prana as being a part of a regulatory breathing practice. Prana is a fundamental concept in Hindu and yogic philosophy, referring to the vital life force or…
Equinoxes and Eclipses in Ancient Pagan Mesoamerica
Ancient pagan cultures held diverse and fascinating beliefs about equinoxes and eclipses, seeing them as profound cosmic events woven into their religious and spiritual fabric. For them, equinoxes were more…
The Great Temple Pyramid: A Journey through Cholula, Mexico
For one of my birthdays, I wanted to experience the ancient and spiritual but did not have time to travel to India. I usually look south when I need a…
Animal Sacrifice “Pashu Bali” in Hindu Rituals
Animal sacrifice, or balidanam, has been a longstanding tradition within Hindu rituals, notably in worshiping feminine deities such as Ma Durga and Ma Kali. Initially prevalent in ancient Hindu practices, the…
Consecrations: Prana Pratishtha in Hindu Spirituality
Consecration, as outlined in spiritual practices, involves transforming a physical space, object, and even a human being into a realm of Divine potential. Loosely speaking, consecrations bring certain energy forms…
Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science: Samkhya’s Vision of Evolution
The Samkhya Darshana, a school of thought within Hindu philosophy, provides a detailed and nuanced perspective on evolution centuries before Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. At its core, Samkhya provides…
Wisdom of Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita: A Journey into the Inner Self
The Bhagavad Gita (loosely translated as the song of the divine), an ancient Sanskrit text and part of the Mahabharat historic mega epic, imparts profound insights into yoga practice. The…
Indonesia’s Spiritual Tapestry: Gunung Padang and Bali’s Enduring Hindu Heritage
Indonesia's trajectory through history has been intricately shaped by a convergence of factors, including its geographical positioning, abundant natural resources, human migrations, wars, conquests, trade dynamics, and political evolution. As…
Harmonizing with Cosmic Rhythms: The Significance of 108 in Time, Space, and Spirituality
The intricate interplay of time and human existence reveals a profound connection between Earth, the Sun, the Moon and the solar system, impacting the essence of creation and human life.…
Khajuraho: Architectural Marvels, Cultural Heritage, Artistic Inspiration
Less than a two-hour flight from Kashi, Khajuraho is my favorite place in India besides Kashi. When I take folks on a Northern Indian tour, I usually spend time in…