How and Why to Purify the Memory
Q: What are the indications of purification of memory in the context of the Nerve of Memory? In the Sri Sri Ramakrishna Kathamrita (English version: The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna) we find the most authoritative teaching about both the nerve (nadi) and its indications. On … Continue reading
When Did Shankaracharya Live?
Q: Jesus lived around 2 BC to 33 AD. Adi Shankaracharya (who founded the Govardhan Math) lived between 788 AD and 820 AD. In your website it is mentioned that Jesus lived in Govardhan Math. How can it be? Quite simple. Shankaracharya lived sometime between … Continue reading
“Christian” or Follower of Jesus?
Q: I want to convert to Christianity–can you help? I am a Hindu. If you want to convert to the religion popularly called “Christianity” then you need only find a church and join it. IF, however, you want to be a follower of Jesus Christ, … Continue reading
Six Quick Answers to Spiritual Questions
Here are answers to some of the spiritual questions which readers have asked us. If you have questions on spiritual life, we invite you to explore our site to increase your knowledge, or use our contact form here. Q: If I am not mistaken, the … Continue reading
Kali and the Virgin Mary: Two Questions
Q: Why are animals sacrificed at Kali temples in India? What is the purpose? Is it against the principle of vegetarianism? The killing of animals is always an offense again Life Itself. But in perverted religion throughout the world animal sacrifice is found. Only a … Continue reading
Three Spiritual Questions
Q: Is the faith and destiny of us human beings completely due to God’s will without anything to do with our karma? In other words, is it predetermined because we have no control? Is it just like a drama, a human being only an actor, but … Continue reading