The Gayatri Mantra
The Gayatri is among the oldest of Vedic mantras, revered as the Universal Prayer. It comes from...
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What are Chakras 101
Chakras are invisible centers of subtle energy aligned on a central channel alongside the spine....
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What is Nirvana in Buddhism?
Gautama Buddha explained nirvana as a state of transcendental bliss, one that may be attained...
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Eight Auspicious Tibetan Symbols of Good Fortune
Signs of good fortune have been established in Hindu mythology since ancient times. Tibetan...
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What Are Mandalas?
A mandala (in Sanskrit ,‘manda’ = core, quintessence ‘la’ = container) is typically a square or...
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Om Mani Padme Hum
Om Mani Padme Hum is the most frequently used mantra in Buddhism, recited by laymen as well as...
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The Spiritual Significance of Peacocks
Have you ever heard someone referred to as a peacock? If so, it probably wasn’t meant as a...
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Faith without God ― a Buddhist Perspective
If you ask a random sampling of people to define faith, chances are that they will mention God (or...
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The Gayatri Mantra
The Gayatri is among the oldest of Vedic mantras, revered as the Universal Prayer. It comes from...
An Exercise in Silence
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Which Pose Are You Neglecting?
If you have a home yoga practice, it’s important to consider what poses you are doing on a regular...
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Affirmations are one of the most powerful tools at our disposal. Saying something positive that...
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