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Subhamoy's Hinduism Blog November 2006 Archive

By Subhamoy Das, About.com Guide to Hinduism since 1999

Hindu Prayers & Mantras

Thursday November 30, 2006
If you pray daily and believe in your prayers, don't miss these resources on prayers, mantras, hymns, aartis, vandanas, bhajans and meditations on Hindu gods and goddesses, and articles on ... Read More

What is Neo-Hinduism?

Tuesday November 28, 2006
Neo-Hinduism is an artificial religious construct used as a paradigmatic juxtaposition to the legitimate traditional Hinduism that has been the religion and culture of the people for thousands of years. ... Read More

Dr Deepak Chopra’s ‘Ageless Body, Timeless Mind’

Sunday November 26, 2006
Dr Deepak Chopra’s Ageless Body, Timeless Mind – a No.1 New York Times best-seller – rationalizes the process of growing old, solves the mystery of aging of the body, eliminates ... Read More

Top 6 Books on Hindu Marriage

Saturday November 25, 2006
This selection of books covers a wide range of topics relating to Hindu marriage in ancient and contemporary India. From religion, history, mythology and anthropology to law, culture, tradition, customs ... Read More

Thanksgiving Has Hindu Roots?

Wednesday November 22, 2006
A yoga master made a startling statement that Abraham Lincoln had been a Himalayan yogi in a past life. Lincoln established Thanksgiving as an American holiday in 1863. Research sheds ... Read More

Vivah - The Bond of Marriage

Monday November 20, 2006
Sooraj Barjatya's latest Bollywood film 'Vivah' upholds the sanctity of marital bonding. "Vivah" means marriage - an institution that binds two individuals into a bond that is sacred, pure and ... Read More

A Brief History of Krishna Consciousness

Friday November 17, 2006
In 1969, the Beatles produced a hit single, "The Hare Krishna Mantra", performed by George Harrison and the devotees of the Radha-Krishna Temple, London. The song soon topped the 10 ... Read More

10 Secrets of Longevity

Wednesday November 15, 2006
Dr Deepak Chopra in his “most optimistic book” Ageless Body, Timeless Mind – A practical alternative to growing old prescribes 10 simple rules for ageing with health and happiness ... ... Read More

2007 Yoga Calendars

Monday November 13, 2006
Build in the power of yoga & meditation into your daily life with these wonderful Yoga Calendars for 2007. Here's a selection of top 4 wall calendars that could deepen ... Read More

Chyawanprash: Ancient Indian Elixir

Friday November 10, 2006
Chyawanprash is a comprehensive herbal tonic with multiple health benefits, prepared according to an ancient Ayurvedic formula. Read about its history, origin and how it helps your body and mind... ... Read More

10 Commandments for Success in Life

Wednesday November 8, 2006
Swami Sivananda spells out 10 simple ways to be successful in life and live happily. He says, "Success often comes to those who dare and act". So, go ahead... more

Satsanga: The Power of Pious Association

Monday November 6, 2006
Swami Sivananda explains the power of 'Satsanga' or pious company in very simple terms. Learn how the company of mahatmas, gurus and saints can transforms a human being, and how ... Read More

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

Saturday November 4, 2006
Read the full text of the English translation of Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man - An Interpretation By Charles Johnston. In the 3rd century ... Read More

The 7 Blessings of a Hindu Wedding

Wednesday November 1, 2006
Will Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie marry in a sacred ceremony in India in the traditional Hindu way? Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway, one of New York's leading interfaith wedding officiants, ... Read More
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