Understanding Ethical Principles in Holy Scriptures

-Surya J The story of Noah and the Ark he built upon the instructions of God is widely known in the Christian context. But did you know that a similar narrative exists in Hinduism? Vivaswata Manu, guided by Lord Vishnu in the Matsya form, also constructed an Ark to...

Narayaneeyam Dashakam 7

Sarvathra Govinda Nama Sankeerthanam Govinda Govinda एवं देव चतुर्दशात्मकजगद्रूपेण जात: पुन- स्तस्योर्ध्वं खलु सत्यलोकनिलये जातोऽसि धाता स्वयम् । यं शंसन्ति हिरण्यगर्भमखिलत्रैलोक्यजीवात्मकं योऽभूत् स्फीतरजोविकारविकसन्नानासिसृक्षारस: ॥१॥ evaM deva chaturdashaatmaka jagadruupeNa jaataH punaH tasyOrdhvaM khalu satyalOkanilaye jaatO(a)si dhaataa svayam | yaM shamsanti hiraNyagarbhamakhila trailOkya jiivaatmakaM yO(a)bhuut sphiitarajO vikaara vikasannaanaa sisR^ikshaarasaH ||1|| In...

Insights into Understanding Eating Disorders

Pic credit: Lisa Fotios/Pexels By Surya Pillai The parameter for fitness varies based on age, gender, and profession. For example, an IT engineer may stay fit by following a low carbs diet and exercising for 2 hours daily. However, a mason involved in rigorous physical work may require a...

Govindpur: The Bird Village of Odisha

14th May 2024: Situated near Hirakud Lake in Odisha, the village of Govindpur has embarked on a remarkable journey to declare itself as a sanctuary for birds. With a firm resolve to protect and conserve the diverse bird species that flock to the Hirakud Reservoir during their breeding and...

Nourishing Your Mind, Body, and Soul Through Self-Care

By Surya Pillai In today’s fast-paced and demanding society, the practice of self-care is frequently neglected as people are consumed by the busy routines of everyday life. Yet, the role of self-care in promoting positive mental health is undeniably crucial. In the following discussion, we will examine the importance...

Exposing the Magic of Akshaya Tritiya

10/5/2024: Deeply symbolic both culturally and spiritually, Akshaya Tritiya is a colorful Indian celebration. Falling on a day full of auspicious beginnings and lasting prosperity, the third day of the waxing moon in the Hindu lunar month of Vaishakha (usually April or May) is favorable. Discover the many facets...

Akshaya Tritiya: Celebrating Auspicious Beginnings

9th May 2024: Akshaya Trutia is the holy festival celebrated among the Hindus and Jains around the world, a festival brimming with significance and promise. This year, Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akti or Akha Teej, falls on May 10th, heralding a day of auspicious beginnings and timeless blessings....

Narayaneeyam Dashakam 6

Sarvathra Govinda Nama Sankeerthanam Govinda Govinda एवं चतुर्दशजगन्मयतां गतस्य पातालमीश तव पादतलं वदन्ति । पादोर्ध्वदेशमपि देव रसातलं ते गुल्फद्वयं खलु महातलमद्भुतात्मन् ॥१॥ evaM chaturdashajaganmayataaM gatasya paataalamiisha tava paadatalaM vadanti | paadOrdhvadeshamapi deva rasaatalaM te gulphadvayaM khalu mahaatalamadbhutaatman ||1|| In the very first verse of The Narayaneeyam Dashakam 6, Bhattathiri...

Decoding Depression: Unveiling Symptoms and Solutions

-Surya Pillai Depression, a widespread mental health disorder, reaches across borders to affect countless individuals, hindering their emotional stability, interpersonal connections, and everyday activities. By educating others on the signs, reasons, available treatments, and coping mechanisms for depression, we can promote enhanced empathy and assistance for those facing this...

Remembering Swami Chinmayananda Saraswati on His Birth Anniversary

8th May 2024: On May 8th, we commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Chinmayananda Saraswati, a revered spiritual thinker and authority on the Vedanta system of Indian philosophy. Born as Balakrishnan Menon into an aristocratic family in Kerala, India, on May 8, 1916, and died August 3, 1993, in...