Why Do We Revere Gurus?
Anjali KanojiaGuru is a Sanskrit term that translates as the removal of darkness. Therefore, a Guru is an entity that helps shed light (figuratively) on doubts and guides the Sadhaka or…
Ganesha: The Lord of Beginnings, Wisdom, and Yoga
Ganesha is often invoked as the "Lord of Beginnings" and the "Remover of Obstacles." Devotees pray to him before starting any new endeavor, whether a wedding, a business venture, an…
The Essence of Navratri: Embracing the Divine Feminine Within
While I grasped that my name, Anjali, drew inspiration from Tagore's poetry, I couldn't help but ponder: how did Ma Durga come to be revered throughout the Indian subcontinent? "Durga"…
The Many Buddhas – Essence, Not Identity
Many Buddhas There have been thousands of Buddhas on this planet, before and even after Gautama the Buddha. This means that "Buddha" is not a name but rather a quality…