2002 Articles...
12/31/02
- Notable News Headlines of 2002
A browse-worthy selection of noteworthy news items surrounding Hinduism and
India — that appeared in the world media in 2002. Sorry! No bad news, no
politics, riots or terrorism here... only some good news that you'll remember
even in the coming year!
12/17/02
- Why & How to Pray
Even
if you pray daily, you may be confused about the underlying philosophy of prayers.
Often our prayers are not answered. Here's an insight into fruitful prayers:
12 reasons why you should pray, and 7 ways of praying with success. Keep the
faith!
11/30/02
- The Mookambika Shrine of Kollur
Kollur, in the Indian state of Karnataka, a place referred to in the Skanda
Purana, and the refuge of several saints, including the Adi Shankaracharya,
is one of the most revered pilgrimage centers of India. Manoj Sadasivan reports
from the site.
11/16/02
- Ideals of a Hindu Marriage
In a Vedic marriage, man and woman take oath for the practice of self-restraint,
to work together for the welfare of the family, and help each other to attain
spiritual peace. This lofty ideal of sanctity is a great gift of Hinduism to
the world.
10/26/02
- Pride, Ego & Arrogance: How to Kill Them!
Pride rears its head even in the most unsuspected corners. While one may be
proud that he is a non-believer in God, another may be proud of his devotion
to God. Ego and arrogance result from overbearing pride. Find out how to keep
these vices at bay.
10/19/02
- Karwa Chauth: Fast for Married Women
Karwa Chauth is a ritual of fasting observed by married Hindu women seeking
the well-being and prosperity of their husbands. Read about the significance
of this important and difficult fast. This occasion comes 9 days before Diwali,
on the fourth day of the new moon immediately after Dusshera, in the month of
'Karthik' (October-November).
10/05/02
- Navaratri: Nine Divine Nights
Hindus mark the advent of winter with 9 nights/days of fast and prayer to Durga,
the Mother Goddess who embodies all the power of the universe. What's the significance?
Why Durga? Why this time of the year? Why 9 nights? Shri Gyan Hansraj explains.
09/15/02
- Agnivarsha: Back to the Age of the Mahabhrata
Agnivarsha
or 'The Fire & the Rain' relives the age-old myth even as its multi-faceted
characters, which transcend time, play out its inexorable end. The film, adapted
from 'The Myth of Yavakri' in the Mahabharata, opened in Broadway recently.
08/24/02
- K for Krishna, K for Knowledge
Krishna is the embodiment
of his own teachings, and the Gita is his greatest message and mission to impart
us the knowledge that we all strive to seek. As Vivekananda has said, 'The glory
of Sri Krishna is that He has been the best preacher of our eternal religion
and the best commentator on the Vedanta that ever lived in India.' Here're 10
questions on knowledge…all answered by the Lord Himself.
08/10/02
- The Greatness of Sri Aurobindo
Sri Aurobindo, the
great Hindu scholar, litterateur, philosopher, patriot, social reformer and
visionary showed us how to attain an inner self-development and an elevated
consciousness through his life and works. A tribute on his birth anniversary.
07/27/02
- Gems for Health
According to Vedic astrology, gemstones are related to various planets.
They can produce a balancing effect to counter specific diseases, healing physical,
mental and spiritual defects, based on astro-charts. All you need to know about
Gem Therapy.
07/20/02
- All About Bindis
The
'Bindi' is arguably the most visually fascinating of all forms of body decoration.
Hindus attach great importance to this ornamental dot on the forehead between
the two eyebrows. Here's all you need to know about the hot spot that's in vogue
today.
06/29/02
- Along the Ghats of Varanasi
Why do we visit
Varanasi? Is it not perhaps to experience the closeness of death and its frightening
everyday character? How does feel to a foreigner? Swedish journalist Ingvar
Oja takes you through the fear and loathing along the Ganges ghats of the holy
city.
06/09/02
- Ten Commandments for Peace of Mind
Most of us are in
a state of perpetual restlessness notwithstanding all the care and comfort we
enjoy. Peace of mind remains the most sought-after matter in life. Broadcaster
Gyan Rajhans tells you how to attain peace in 10 different ways.
05/26/02
- Buddha: The Refiner of Hinduism
Buddha founded a
noble religion by distilling Hinduism, and offering a commonsense approach to
self-betterment to which the people can relate easily. Exploring Hinduism's
close connections with Buddhism on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima.
05/12/02
- Kali: The Dark Mother
The love between
the Divine Mother and her human children is a unique relationship. Kali, the
Dark Mother is one such deity with whom devotees have a very loving and intimate
bond. Get close to Kali - the fearful goddess with a heart of a mother!
04/21/02
- How to be a Better Person
The purpose of religion
is to make you a better human being by helping you manifest the god or goodness
within you. What are the most fundamental of the eternal values, and how to
inculcate and assimilate them in your personality? Read on to find out…
04/10/02
- Usher in the New Year!
On the eve of the
Hindu New Year, we take a look at the Indian calendar system, its history and
correlation with the Gregorian calendar, and find out how Indians celebrate
the new year in their unique ways - Vishu, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Poila Baishakh,
Bihu…
03/10/02
- Shiva Nataraj in Indian Art
Nataraj, the dancing
form of Lord Shiva, is a symbolic synthesis of the most important aspects of
Hinduism and Indian culture, developed by 9th and 10th century artists in a
series of beautiful bronze sculptures. What does it symbolize and signify?
02/27/02
- In Search of the Supreme Being
Does God exist? What is the nature of this Supreme Being? Can you describe Him?
In what ways can you achieve a union with God? Swami Atma, a French Yogi talks
about the Advaita Vedanta, and the idea of Brahman to explain these fundamental
concepts.
02/05/02
- What Is Vedic Astrology?
It's the mother of all astrology, and it helps us understand our karma. According
to this system you are not the Sun Sign you always thought you were. Vedic Astrologer
Das Goravani unravels the secrets behind this ancient Indian predictive science.
01/22/02
- Top 10 Yoga Videos
Trying to learn yoga from a videotape is a different experience. Here's a selection
of some tempting tapes for an inspiring yoga workout.
01/11/02
- How to End Terrorism & War
A Consciousness-Based Defense model that relies on group meditation to prevent
the birth of enemies by reducing collective stress in society, is gaining popularity.
Dr. David & Lee Leffler talk about Maharishi's Vedic Technology of Invincible
Defense.
01/01/02
- Kashmir: Paradise Lost!
Even as we usher in the New Year with high hopes of peace, India and Pakistan
are on the brink of a war over the State of Kashmir. Is this dispute political
or religious in nature? Let's look at the history of Kashmir and the origin
of the crisis.
