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Messiahs vs. Avatars
What is meant by “messiah” versus “avatar”? How are Jesus and Krisna similar and how are they different? Are they both Messiahs? Are they Avatars? Find out in this article.
How to Avoid Ignorance Disguised as Wisdom
Krishna has already told us that the sole purpose of yoga is the realization of the Self and the liberation that produces. It is not hard to conceive that this should also be the intent of religions. But it rarely is. Find out why.
Vivekachudamani: The Crest-Jewel of Discrimination For Awakening now Available
Swamiji’s new book “Vivekachudamani The Crest-Jewel of Discrimination For Awakening–A Commentary on Shankara’s Classic on Advaita Vedanta” is now available at Amazon.
Cultivation and Attention in Spiritual Life
Attention cannot be produced immediately, it requires constant and vigilant cultivation, meditation being the prime implement.
Fool’s Gold in Religion
There has been a great deal of progress in Indian philosophy over the past centuries, rejecting fool’s gold in religion. We must endeavor to do the same.
Youtube Spiritual Shorts
Our Youtube channel (youtube.com/@lightofthespirit) has reached the milestone of 30,000 subscribers, with over 200 videos. Here are a few of the shorts that we feature.
Our Outer Life as a Reflection of Our Inner Life
Two Dhammapada verses in relation to both good and bad: “He suffers and is tormented to see his own depraved behavior.…He is glad and rejoices to see his own good deeds.” Discover their practical meaning.
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Yogis Who Saw Jesus
The Many Advantages of Vegetarianism
Seeing the One in All
In response to our recent blog posting about the reality of Jesus in the experience of India’s great yogis, we received a most heartening letter from India. I want to share parts of it with you and my reflections on it for I feel it presents the most authentic perspective on these matters.