Category: Mantras

  • On Friendliness in Growing Happiness

    As promised in the previous article on Karuna or compassion, we discuss here the role of one of the most important bhavanas or attitudes for human existence. This bhavana is called maitri, or friendliness.

  • Surrender of the Self

    The concept of submitting oneself completely to a higher power is perhaps one of the most fundamental acts of true faith in any religion. Hinduism has several instances of this concept (see earlier post on Gita Summary). One of the slokas that is often recited in this context is as follows:

  • On Meditation

    Meditation is growing to be one of the most popular ways of relaxation and experiencing inner peace in today’s hectic world. However, one of the most frequently asked question is – what is the best way to meditate?