What is Yoga? Yoga is a higher state of Being. It is a state of the consciousness that reflects Purity, Cheerfulness, Compassion. Yoga is that moment in life when one is at ease, absorbed in divine union. The entire process that comprises of -Shouldering Responsibility Well, -Taking Timely Action, -Making Wise Decisions, -Handling Difficult Situations, and displaying -Grit, Humility, Patience and Perseverance this entire process is another name for the Practice of Yoga. The methods and techniques given in this book are a means to achieve the DIVINE UNION = SWEET BLISS = YOGA. This is made possible by treading the Path of Yoga. --------- It ONLY takes 7 minutes a Day. For the 7 Aspects: 1. Fitness of BODY. 2. Alertness of MIND with sound decision-making. 3. Emotional Purity by cleansing deep-seated impressions. 4. Spirits to soar and SOUL to shine through. 5. Healthy RELATIONSHIPs by attitude modulation. 6. Financial Growth. 7. Esteem in SOCIETY. By the 7 Steps: Meditation PRANAYAMA Yogasana WALKING Outdoor-Sports HAVAN last but not least, a GOOD BATH.
The ancient scriptures talk about 84 Asanas. These are the various body postures that help address the 12 x 7 = 84 combinations of the Zodiac-Chakra matrix. The best Yoga classes in the world today teach these 84 postures, and it makes sense to learn in depth about them. The famous Sanskrit saying यत् पिण्डे तत् ब्रह्माण्डे as is the body so is the cosmos, throws some light on the 12 x 7 equation. Our body mirrors the cosmos. We know there are 12 zodiac signs in the sky. Also we know there are 7 physical planets in Vedic astrology (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn). The Upanishads teach us that these 7 planets are basically our components (soul, mind, intellect, physique, temper, parents/well-wisher/Guru, and social protocol). Blossoming to our fullest capabilities is the aim of Yoga. That is precisely the aim of this book too. हठ means Determined. Focused. Committed. Come what may, Let’s do it. Yoga योग means Union with the Supreme. Integrated in Thought Emotion Speech. Then Life becomes a joy. ---------------------------------------- Gives full color plates for all the commonly taught and practiced Yoga Asanas, with detailed step-by-step Technique for each posture.
The Yoga Aphorisms of Patanjali are a fundamental text on the practice of Integrated Living, Attaining Fitness and Joy, and preparing oneself for Liberation. Even today, such practices are alive in Ashrams, Gurukuls and Villages. Many enlightened Masters are teaching such values across the globe. It is hoped that this book, re-interpreted in the context of modern thinking and lifestyle will encourage Educational Institutions, the Medical Fraternity and Administrators worldwide to see how well the practice of Yoga, especially Pranayama and Meditation can be approached and deployed with success. Mankind's prayer and Gurudev Sri Sri's vision of ""a disease-free body, quiver-free breath, stress-free mind, inhibition-free intellect, obsession-free memory, ego that includes all, and soul which is free from sorrow"" can then be easily realized. It is also meant for use in Sanskrit Grammar colleges. The original Sanskrit text is given with a Latin transliteration and an English commentary.
Mundaka Upanishad is from the Gopatha-Brahmana of the Atharva Veda. Whereas its Samhita portion survives in two recensions, after sages Paippalada and Shaunaka, the Brahmana portion available today is only of sage Gopatha. Mundaka Upanishad gets its name from “a head shaved of all heavy botheration”. By the sincere study of this Upanishad, one’s mind resolves all troubles, difficulties seem trifles. It quenches the thirst of the sincere seeker and in beautiful verse satiates the heart of the ardent aspirant. Mundaka is especially written for the man who is willing to rise above the crowd, whose performance in daily life is extraordinary, who is willing to work harder than his colleagues. It is for the soul who uses his talents to be creative and productive, and is at the same time thirsting for the Unknown. na tatra sūryo bhāti na candratārakaṃ nemā vidyuto bhānti kuto'yamagniḥ । tameva bhāntamanubhāti sarvaṃ tasya bhāsā sarvamidaṃ vibhāti ॥ 2.2.10 2.2.10 There no sensory light reaches, that is fathomless, silent and still. There is no distinction there, no features of any sort even when examined under the blazing sun or the cool moonlight or even the farthest star. Purity is a seamless whole, that the light of intellect does not grasp, nor does lightening illumine. Then how could our small candle flames or fancy torches or puny ego reach there? By Brahman is the functioning of men and machines, By it is governed the tempest and the breeze. All is made brilliant by its kindly light, all of us touch glory under its shade. Any victory or fame is due to its grace. Any win is its will. All powerhouses are powered by it, Man becomes a king or saint due to its kindness. For the Sanskrit grammar enthusiast, each verse is given in original Devanagari with a Latin transliteration and Padacheda. Anvaya and Cases are listed for many verses.
The heart of the Gita. Quintessential Wisdom. Many editions are available, and this is the one that captures the soul of this classic scripture without using archaic terminology. Direct, usable, and applicable language that holds relevance and meaning in the modern context. Clarity in the workings of the MIND, the SENSES, the MEMORY. A synthesis of KARMA-JNANA-BHAKTI from this renowned text, that graces the home of every Indian, and is read all over the globe. The sweetest nectar is the Bhagavad Gita, Words of enduring wisdom spoken by the Lord himself. ------ न मे विदुस् सुरगणाः , प्रभवं न महर्षयः । अहम् आदिर् हि देवानाम् , महर्षीणां च सर्वशः ॥ १०.२ 10.2 Neither the denizens of heaven, nor the skilled intellectuals have any clue to the Divine presence, since Divinity is far ahead of the greatest intellect as well as of the heavenly abode. यो माम् अजम् अनादिं च , वेत्ति लोकमहेश्वरम् । असम्मूढस् स मर्त्येषु , सर्वपापैᳲ प्रमुच्यते ॥ १०.३ 10.3 The humble disciple who reposes faith in the eternal timeless Supreme force, his veil drops and he attains freedom from the vagaries of change. ------------------------------------------------- Original verses in Sanskrit in the chanting tradition with a pause at each quarter; with an English Essence using lucid modern words and phrases.
Adventure Adventure is in our genes. To express it is the soul’s call, the heart’s need, and the only way to satisfy the intellect. Take out time for it when you are young. Do not let this life pass by without one. Applause Applause kindles the life within, and when it comes from the Master, it grants a success that cannot be erased nor side-lined. When once you can please him, know that he has taken your responsibility, and your life will never be the same again. Blossoms Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. Flowers still the racing mind; their fresh fragrance can awaken the Divine. Make a habit to plant a sapling and watch it blossom to the fullness of Life. That in turn shall nurture your own Beauty. Birth Birth is an event that cannot be remembered, yet it is the most important event in one’s life. Once in a while remember your birth and honor your family, the nurses and other people involved and your birthplace.
Sanskrit संस्कृत is commonly written in the देवनागरी Devanagari script, whereas English is written in the Roman script. Earlier Sanskrit was written in the Sharada Lipi also. This script flourished post the golden age of the Gupta period in India circa 2nd to 13th century CE, and continued to be used till as recently as the 18th century. India's Finance Minister Hon. Nirmala Sitharaman on 1st Feb 2020 during presentation of the Union Budget in point No 20 recited a verse in Kashmiri and displayed the graphic of a poem written in Sharada Lipi. This book attempts to elucidate the Sharada lipi as found in ancient Sanskrit texts. This makes it an invaluable resource for the linguist and the scholar who is helping to revive the script. It is hoped this book will enable avid readers to decipher the wisdom in the ancient texts and come up with some amazing and much needed scientific inventions. The Śāradā script is an abugida writing system of the Brahmi family. It is commonly spelt as Sharda or Sharada. It was in use for Sanskrit and Kashmiri languages. Even today, birth horoscopes are made by pundits using this script in Kashmir. The Gurmukhi script used in writing the Punjabi language is a descendant of Śāradā Lipi.
Eyes are precious. Eyes are the window to the Soul. Healthy eyes reflect Inner peace and radiate Joy. A beautiful face is desired by all, happy Eyes are the key. Handsome boys and Pretty girls flaunt scintillating eyes. The Eye Care program is a complete workshop for children, teens and adults to improve vision. Vision is not only physical, it is also about how we perceive the world around us. Vision includes Day vision, Night vision, Color vision. All are attended to in this program. Improves immunity and - Ability to drive confidently at night - Read messages with clarity on smart phone - Work on laptop without strain - Have better digestion and sound sleep The workshop is designed for 2 hours a day over 10 days. It is safe to do with non-invasive techniques and processes that are easy and can be followed by all. This book is meant to facilitate participants who have taken the course or shall attend a workshop. It can also be quite helpful for a layman who wishes to learn some simple and effective techniques for maintaining and improving eyesight, apart from overall well-being. Profusely illustrated in Full Color to show the processes with clarity and aid in understanding.
Rudra Puja has been practised in India since the beginning of time. Shiva means Auspicious. Rudra is a synonym for Shiva. Puja means that which is born of fullness. The Vedic scriptures hail the Rudram chants as a method to remove sufferings, attain desires and bestow all round prosperity in one's village. This book presents the complete Rudra Puja Abhisheka procedure in SANSKRIT using clear Devanagari font. Headings are given in English for the performer to follow the text correctly. The Rudram Verses for the SOUTH INDIAN Krishna Yajur Veda are given with VEDIC Accents (Svara). All Mantras for Pancamrit Snanam, Sankalpam and Aarti are given. Durga Suktam, Purusha Suktam, Sri Suktam, Linga Ashtakam and ENGLISH translations of Om Namah Shivaya & Maha Mrityunjaya mantra enhance the book value immensely. Rudram chants are popular on Mondays, Masik Shivaratri, the rainy month of Shravan, and Maha Shivaratari. A handy verse book for use at home or in the temple.
This book explores the beauty of Sanskrit Grammar by delving into the math like precision, quantum physics like depth, and chemistry like equations that form the backbone of Vyakarana. It outlines all major rules by listing sub-types and classifications. Since Sanskrit is the basis for most of the Indo-European group of languages, many students would appreciate and improve the grammar of their native tongue by a study of this book. It provides sufficient material to whet the appetite of even a scholar. Major Topics covered and lucidly explained: -Parsing -Sandhi and Sentence Construction -Indeclinable Infinitives, Adverbs, Particles -Vibhakti Karaka Upapada -Samasa Compound Word -Vritti Five modes of Word Formation -Sati Saptami -Sarvadhatuka Ardhadhatuka -Guna Vriddhi Pit Apit -Verb Matrix in 3x3 for persons and numbers -Noun Matrix in 7x3 for cases and numbers in 3 genders A must have compendium for all students and aspirants of Grammar.
A friend once asked me to say something. I told him that Light and Absence of Light are construed as desirable or undesirable depending on one’s current state. Both are powered by the same Brahman, both are willed by Him alone. Such words are galore in the scriptures and soften the heart. However the scriptures also go on to say that troubled times are the result of one’s own making, faulty living, and being a willing slave to the shad vikaras. This is what I couldn’t tell him. However know that we all have 400 years of life, then we merge into Brahman and become one with the Divine. At the end of 400 years it doesn’t matter how we played our role, if we were good actors or if we were plain dumb. Hope a few can tune the thoughts expounded here and make them theirs, not in thought but in action. These are from a life well-lived, graciously shared, and richly blessed. In fact it is the story of most humans. The story of a sojourn to planet earth. Om Svasti
Of all the Hatha Yoga and Raja Yoga texts that enumerate various Asana and Pranayama and Meditation, the one that explains body postures and breath control with crystal clear clarity is the Gheranda Samhita. Gheranda Samhita is also known as Ghata Samhita which means “Health & Fitness through stretching and molding the clay-pot like anatomical Body in different ways”. Gheranda = name of a Sage Samhita = proper collection of his Teaching Ghata = clay pot = anatomical body The text is called saptanga or seven limbed, and closely models the eight limbed ashtanga of Patanjali Yoga Sutras. Also notice that Goraksha Samhita teaches the same in six limbed shatanga, while Hatha Yoga Pradipika discusses it in four chapters chaturanga. Gheranda Samhita is in the form of a dialogue between · Gheranda Muni the preceptor and · Chandakapali the pupil Here we give a factual description of the Asanas and Breathing techniques as popularly practiced today and relevant for the common man who is seeking to learn Yoga for his betterment, upliftment and overall success in life. -------------------------------------------- contains photos and explanations for all the 32 Asanas. contains a well-formatted Index of the Techniques. contains original verse in Sanskrit with a Latin transliteration and lucid English commentary.
Avaranas - the nine enclosures, and their Sanskrit Alphabet Letters. There are principally three texts that throw light on this topic. a) Bhavana Upanishad (Bhavanopanishad) from Atharvaveda b) Soundaraya Lahiri of Adi Shankaracharya c) Sri Matrika Chakra Viveka of Kashmir Shaivism We have taken the commentary of Bhavana Upanishad for this book. At the end, the slightly alternate view from Sri Matrika Chakra Viveka is also given. In the Sri Yantra, we travel anticlockwise since East is depicted below. Sequence is: i.East ii.NorthEast iii.North iv.NorthWest v.West vi.SouthWest vii.South viii.SouthEast An ultra powerful Mandala for immense healing and sparking devotion. Made using the Golden Ratio. Lists each of the - Nine Enclosures, - the 9 basic triangles (4 Upward Apex Shiva Triangles + 5 Downwards Apex Shakti Triangles) - the 43 subsequent triangles, - the 8 and 16 petals and 4 gates of the Bhupura, with clear and precise Diagrams inscribed with Sanskrit Seed Sounds. ------------ 8th Enclosure Aṣṭama Āvaraṇa शब्द-स्पर्श-रूप-रस-गन्धाः पञ्च-तन्मात्राः पञ्च-पुष्पबाणाः ॥ २१॥ मनः इक्षु-धनुः ॥ २२॥ रागः पाशः ॥ २३॥ द्वेषः अङ्कुशः ॥ २४॥ śabda-sparśa-rūpa-rasa-gandhāḥ pañca-tanmātrāḥ pañca-puṣpabāṇāḥ ॥ 21॥ manaḥ ikṣu-dhanuḥ ॥ 22॥ rāgaḥ pāśaḥ ॥ 23॥ dveṣaḥ aṅkuśaḥ ॥ 24॥ • Sound, Touch, Form, Taste, Smell are the five direct sensory tolerances, and are called the five alluring arrows. • The thought producing Mind is the desirous bow ever shooting outwards • The feeling of Infatuation is that which initially entangles and ultimately strangles • The feeling of Aversion is that which hobbles and restricts one’s own evolution. अव्यक्त-महत्तत्त्वम्-महत्अहङ्काराः इति कामेश्वरी-वज्रेश्वरी-भगमालिनी अन्तस् त्रिकोण-अग्रगा देवताः ॥ २५॥ avyakta-mahattattvam-mahatahaṅkārāḥ iti kāmeśvarī-vajreśvarī-bhagamālinī antas trikoṇa-agragā devatāḥ ॥ 25॥ • The unmanifest primordial nature, • The individual consciousness, and • The human ego are the leading divinities of this innermost triangle, also named Kameshwari, Vajreshwari, Bhagamalini. Sanskrit Seed Sounds (bija mantra) like ॐ Om are potent healing and nourishing energies. Sound is an energy. Pleasing sounds (meditative music, blessings) have excellent effects on one's behavior, attitude, and long-term all round success in life. Harsh and deterring sounds (cruel speech, improper audio-video) wipe away our enthusiasm, drain our energy, block talent and result in suffocation and clouding of our neural activity, thereby reducing success. An aesthetically made Mandala can become vastly superior when infused with Seed Sounds. It is like getting a good vehicle and then employing a proper driver. The Sri Yantra is one of the most ancient mystical, benevolent and highly rewarding mathematical forms of sacred geometry. Recent archaeological and scientific explorations have again and again highlighted that famous and affluent cities of the world e.g. Washington DC, Paris, Bombay have been built using principles of sacred geometry. Architects and Engineers like Leonardo Da Vinci, Mayan Vishwakarma; and Structures including the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Taj Mahal, the Shiva Shakti temples of Thanjavur; have made extensive use of sacred geometry. Contains sample procedure to draw the Sri Yantra using an engineering software like AutoCAD. It is hoped that modern architects and builders and Yantra manufacturers can employ precise techniques to get it right. ------------- Contains Full Color Plates.
The Ganapati Atharvashirsha is a collection of 14 verses, and is attributed to the Atharvaveda. It paints a beautiful image of Lord Ganesha to invoke Fearlessness, hence unbridled Success in all ventures. Also Contentedness, to assure that Life is ultimately Beautiful. Verse 1 ॐ नमस्ते गणपतये । त्वमेव प्रत्यक्षं तत्त्वमसि । त्वमेव केवलं कर्ताऽसि । त्वमेव केवलं धर्ताऽसि । त्वमेव केवलं हर्ताऽसि । त्वमेव सर्वं खल्विदं ब्रह्मासि । त्वं साक्षाद् आत्माऽसि नित्यम् ॥ १॥ oṃ namaste gaṇapataye । tvameva pratyakṣaṃ tattvamasi । tvameva kevalaṃ kartā'si । tvameva kevalaṃ dhartā'si । tvameva kevalaṃ hartā'si । tvameva sarvaṃ khalvidaṃ brahmāsi । tvaṃ sākṣād ātmā'si nityam ॥ 1॥ Hail O Lord of the atomic particles. Salutations to the crystalline molecular structures, and greetings to all couples, families, societies and institutes of this world. O friend, thee are evidently that what I seek. Thee are the closeness, the sense of togetherness. Thee have been solely created for enhancing my soul's destiny. Thee have the strength to support my need and lighten my burden. Thee of all friends is true. Thee show me where I stand and what I must do. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Gives original verses in Sanskrit with a Latin transliteration and a lucid explanation in English. Contains an exhaustive Appendix to highlight some famous notes on Ganesha, the beloved elephant headed God of Indian folklore. For the Sanskrit enthusiast, it lists padachheda word-boundary, word meaning, and vibhakti word case.
The Sri Yantra Bhavana Upanishad is attributed to the Atharvaveda. It is a later Upanishad that illuminates the Bhavana or Deeper Emotions connected to the Sri Yantra, the body of the Mother Divine, and also the body of Divine Yogic Union of Purusha and Prakriti. It expounds the innermost intense feelings of the Soul, its basic desire, and ways and means to connect and unite with the ultimate consciousness. What is a Sri Yantra? A healing mandala diagram made by 4 Upward Apex Triangles and 5 Downward Apex Triangles, properly intertwined to represent • the cosmic forces in creation, and • the principles of duality, harmony, and divinity. The 9 Basic Triangles create a total of 43 Triangles due to the overlapping, which are grouped (shaded) as 14 + 10 + 10 + 8 + 1 = 43. Apart from these Triangles, • there is a central Dot (Bindu) • there are three Circles with 8 and 16 petals encircling the Triangles • there are four Gates encircling the entire Mandala, composed of three lines. Sanskrit Seed Sounds (bija mantra) like ॐ Om, are potent healing and nourishing energies. Sound is an energy. Pleasing sounds (meditative music, blessings) have excellent effects on one's behavior, attitude, and long-term all round success in life. An aesthetically made Mandala can become vastly superior when infused with Seed Sounds. Bhavana Upanishad Verse 8 क्रियाशक्तिᳲ पीठम् । कुण्डलिनी ज्ञानशक्तिᳲ गृहम् । इच्छाशक्तिर्महात्रिपुरसुन्दरी । ज्ञाता होता ज्ञानमग्निः ज्ञेयꣳ हविः । ज्ञातृज्ञानज्ञेयानामभेदभावनꣳ श्रीचक्रपूजनम् ॥ ८ ॥ kriyā-śaktiᳲ pīṭham । kuṇḍalinī jñāna-śaktiᳲ gṛham । icchā-śaktirmahātripurasundarī । jñātā hotā jñānamagniḥ jñeyaꣳ haviḥ । jñātṛ-jñāna-jñeyānāmabhedabhāvanaꣳ śrī-cakra-pūjanam ॥ क्रियाशक्तिः पीठम् । कुण्डलिनी ज्ञानशक्तिः गृहम् । इच्छाशक्तिः महात्रिपुरसुन्दरी । ज्ञाता होता ज्ञानम् अग्निः ज्ञेयम् हविः । ज्ञातृज्ञानज्ञेयानाम् अभेदभावनम् श्रीचक्रपूजनम् ॥ क्रिया-शक्तिः m1/1 action-propelling energy पीठम् n2/1 foundation (is) । कुण्डलिनी f1/1 Kundalini energy ज्ञान-शक्तिः m1/1 wisdom-infused energy गृहम् n2/1 home (brings one) । इच्छा-शक्तिः m1/1 intent (positive) महात्रिपुरसुन्दरी f1/1 the beautiful majestic goddess ruling over the 3 worlds (leads to) । ज्ञाता m1/1 knower होता m1/1 worshipper ज्ञानम् n1/1 knowledge अग्निः m1/1 fire-ritual ज्ञेयम् n1/1 known हविः n1/1 oblation । ज्ञातृ-ज्ञान-ज्ञेयानाम् n6/3 of the knower knowledge and object known अभेद-भावनम् n1/1 undifferentiated emotion श्री-चक्र-पूजनम् n1/1 Sri Chakra Worship (is) ॥ ________________________________________ हविः from हविस् । This verse is the defining verse of Bhavana Upanishad. It is the crux of the Sri Yantra. Beautifully it states that a sense of devotion, gratefulness, and offering one’s love is true worship. ---------- Contains Full Color Plates
Many youngsters are gleefully taking to Sanskrit thanks to Samskrita Bharati and Vyoma Linguistic Labs. And certainly to the Art of Living Satsangs that are increasingly becoming popular with college students. When we began using our favorite Dhatupatha Sutras Enumerated book, many readers wished an English transliterated version, since they were not familiar with Devanagari. This is a most encouraging wish, and well, finally you hold the book that beckons bright CBSE Board and other students too to consider opting for Sanskrit at the academic level. This contains the Roots of 10 conjugational groups having Dhatu Serial Number DSN from 1 to 1943. Sanskrit was the lingua franca for many a millennia and the vast Vedic literature might unpredictably hold the key to efficient, sustainable, eco-friendly resource management and cutting edge invention. The Dhatupatha is Panini’s library of Sounds that serves as input to the Ashtadhyayi program. Its intelligent, concise and exemplary coding is regarded in awe by the foremost programmers of today and has stood its ground over 2500 years. Many Dhatupathas are available, and the source is usually an edition of the Siddhanta Kaumudi of Bhattoji Dikshita circa 17th century. A book that is error free, legible and easily understandable is the aim here. Roots are numbered with a unique Dhatu Serial Number from 1 to 1943. A standard edition is often peppered with footnotes. These comments have been clarified to facilitate learning and teaching for the modern Reader. Apart from Dhatu Sutras, the major Ganasutras have been enumerated. Internal grouping of Roots is well established. Relevant Ashtadhyayi Sutra is often listed. Lucid Indexes make locating any Root precise and convenient. An alphabetical index on the Sanskrit Dhatus with Tag, and an Index of the Transliterated Roots without Tag, are both listed. Very useful for stepping into the intricacies of Sanskrit Grammar.
The Sanskrit Alphabet consists of 56 Letters. There are Vowels, Semivowels, Row Class Consonants, Sibilants and the Aspirate. The Alphabet is called अक्षरम् in Sanskrit. Each letter is clearly enunciated with correct movement of the Tongue. Nasals lend a distinct twang and the Vedic chants are a delight to hear because of Accented Vowels. Reading an Avagraha, Ayogavaha, Visarga and Anusvara is properly explained as all the letters of the Alphabet are laid out threadbare. A section on Unicodes and Typesetting in Devanagari with fonts and keyboard IME supporting Vedic Extensions adds relevant value. While reading Vedic Texts, we notice some letters, characters and symbols that are in addition to the standard Sanskrit Alphabet. These characters are the accent marks, sandhi symbols, additional letters and punctuation, that are found in Vedic Sanskrit. There are various samhita recensions of the Veda manuscripts available today, and they differ in the usage of accents and symbols, and also in the enunciation while chanting aloud. Each ashram and gurukul and pundit or scholar needs to be aware of the tone and pitch during recitation and chanting of the Vedas. Even university professors and researchers delving into the Vedas need to be aware of the correct meaning and application of these verses. Furthermore, as we move from offset printing and metal type setting to the computer and smartphone era, this book serves as an invaluable resource. This book builds upon our popular title "The Sanskrit Alphabet". Infused with manuscript passages from the Satapatha Brahmana, Vajasaneyi Madhyandina Samhita, Samaveda and Krishna Yajurveda to illustrate Vedic Symbols. A useful and complete book for the novice, the amateur or the Scholar.
Many times we wonder, is there something definite that will give us succour? Scriptures are many, so are the practices. Isn't there a simple technique that will really enhance the CHI in Life? We quite understand it the MIND that is the primary agent that rules our lives. Apart from taking care of our Responsibilities, doing our Exercises and Eating properly, what next? Aphorism 2.27 from the Sadhana Pada, Patanjali Yoga Sutras. tasya saptadhā prāntabhūmiḥ prajñā ॥ 2.27 ॥ PATANJALI was a visionary who solved all such dilemmas in terse verses. In fact the most potent verses with an extraordinary healing quality are just 7 in number. Meditate on them, Ruminate on them, Recall them to see how the mind MAGICALLY resets and becomes a TRUE FRIEND.
Aitareya is one of the earliest Upanishads and is attributed to sage Mahidasa Aitareya. It consists of five sections, viz. sections 21 to 25. These sections form the 4th, 5th, and 6th chapters of the 2nd part of the Rigveda Aranyaka. For the young student the मन्त्र Samhita verses. the householder the ब्राह्मण Brahmana verses. the retired the आरण्यक Aranyaka verses. the sannyasi the उपनिषद् Upanishad verses. Young Student = one who is yet being cared for by parents. Householder = one who is in the thick of earning, raising a family, or actively engaged in society. Retired = one who is out of the grind and living on savings. Sannyasi = one who is free in mind and light at heart. These four phases are not separated in time or by age. These may occur in any order in a man’s life, sometimes concurrent, sometimes distinct. One may have the Sannyasa experience earlier and get thrown into the Householder struggle later. It happens. The key point to understand is that these are states of the mind, heart, intellect and emotion, and one’s relationships in society. Using simple yet elegant words, the Rishi narrates the story of creation from the Big Bang onward. The complete paraphernalia for its functioning is described, also the biology of man’s birth. An incisive statement is made that points to the undeniable fact “Opposite Values are Complementary in Nature”. Its mahavakya is prajñānaṃ brahma, i.e. Consciousness = the Divine = the Supreme. ------------------------------------------------------------ सोऽस्यायमात्मा पुण्येभ्यः कर्मभ्यः प्रतिधीयते । अथास्यायमितर आत्मा कृतकृत्यो वयोगतः प्रैति । स इतः प्रयन्नेव पुनर्जायते तदस्य तृतीयं जन्म ॥ २.१.४ so'syāyamātmā puṇyebhyaḥ karmabhyaḥ pratidhīyate । athāsyāyamitara ātmā kṛtakṛtyo vayogataḥ praiti । sa itaḥ prayanneva punarjāyate tadasya tṛtīyaṃ janma ॥ 2.1.4 The soul travels through bodies. It also travels through traits and virtues. Since a Soul gets known and remembered in diverse ways Through physical lineage. Through propagation of ideals. Through celebration of festivals and anniversaries. Hence that is known as the Undying Birth. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Giving the example of sage Vamadeva who attained enlightenment, a devotee is inspired and empowered to embark on an inward journey… -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For the Sanskrit Enthusiast, each verse is given in Devanagari, with a Latin transliteration, and Padacheda. Vibhakti-case and word meanings are given for many verses.
Prashna Upanishad is attributed to sage Pippalada and is in the Gopatha Brahmana of the Atharva Veda. This Upanishad gets its name from the word Prashna , which means “a Question” in Sanskrit. When one’s mind is peaceful, the heart is loving, basic needs are well taken care of, Then a question that arises is directly addressed by the Divine, since it is addressed only to the Divine. 3rd Question यत् चित्तः तेन एषः प्राणम् आयाति प्राणः तेजसा युक्तः । सह आत्मना यथा सङ्कल्पितं लोकं नयति ॥ yaccittastenaiṣa prāṇamāyāti prāṇastejasā yuktaḥ । sahātmanā yathāsaṅkalpitaṃ lokaṃ nayati ॥ 3.10 3.10 This verse is a Maha Vakya. It is a Supreme statement. It states an inviolable truth. At the hour of Death, the Thought predominant in the mind becomes the Basis for the new birth, governs parameters like place of birth, parents, resources, happiness and further evolution. This is easily verified by observing and noting down the last thought at bedtime. First thought in the morning while getting up shall be the same. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ For the Sanskrit Enthusiast, each verse is given in Devanagari, with a Latin transliteration, and Padacheda.
Bhagavad Gita Reader: All Verses in 4 Quarters The Bhagavad Gita has been chanted and read in homes and workplaces. Children and families love to recite it during festivals and gatherings. It is the discourse that instructs man to realign himself to his duty and responsibility. It is the scripture that creates a strong foundation for implicit faith and concordant action in day to day life. How may we read the Gita? Its verses are written in a meter known as Anushtup Chhanda consisting of 32 syllables each. The traditional way to recite is to pause after 8 syllables. However the commonly available editions of the Bhagavad Gita do not give any such pause. This is a Reader that lists all the 700 verses of the Gita with pauses at 8 syllables i.e. at each quarter. A complete Devanagari Latin Transliteration is provided using the iso15919 standard. This makes it very easy for the English reader to quickly learn the proper chanting procedure. The original Sanskrit text is also present with pauses at each pada. The split of the verses is done using Grammar rules of Sandhi as given in the Ashtadhyayi of Panini, a timeless masterpiece on language, word formation and syntax. The correct method to read the Visarga, the Anusvara and the Avagraha is clearly explained. The complete Devanagari Alphabet with pronunciation key is also supplied. Thus it fulfills a basic academic need of individuals, schools or colleges using the Bhagavad Gita in any manner. Most institutes imparting Sanskrit teaching also use the Gita and this book is an apt textbook for the same.
The Sanskrit Alphabet consists of Vowels, Semivowels, Nasals, Row class Consonants, Sibilants, Aspirate, and the Ayogavahas, new unseen sounds that result only during Talking and Chanting. In Speech what comes naturally is called Sandhi. As one speaks fluently, there is a merging of sounds of some of the Adjacent Words. A slight change in spelling is noticed accordingly while Speaking, the same when Written down is called Sandhi. Reading aloud an Avagraha and Visarga properly is what makes the language beautiful and lends power and grace to both the Speaker and the Listener. This book covers all major Sandhis, namely Svarana Dirgha, Guna, Vriddhi, Yan, Ayav, Jashtvam, Chartvam, Visarga, Anusvara, and many specific Sandhis used only during word-formation from the Roots. It explicitly mentions the correct Ashtadhyayi Sutra of Panini and lucidly explains the background process. A chapter on Vedic Sandhis covers the sounds known as Ayogavahas in some detail. A useful and complete book for the novice, the amateur or the Scholar.
Each of the 700 verses of the Gita is capable of delivering, of winning, of giving the direct and full answer. Just as a smartphone has tons of apps, all different, all unique yet wholly complete by themselves. Just as a wardrobe has so many clothes and shoes, all different, yet each befitting. Just as you have facebook friends and contacts, each unique yet capable. Just as Guruji answers someone's query in Satsang. It is a specific question. It is a specific answer. Yet it weaves its magic on all. Satisfies many. Each of Sri Sri’s answers "as if" meant for one enlightens one and all. So it is with the Gita. The verses are weaved together by a magician. They are placed by a divine hand. The verses are interspersed and knitted and dyed and woven. Are made up of cottons and silks, nylons and polyester, wool and acrylic, and every yarn under the sun. The weaving is so deft, smooth, and soft, so cozy, nice and comfortable; that one may miss the hues shades nuances emotions events and truths. But one cannot miss the impact! So one may ask; Who is the Gita for? Who benefits? How benefits? The Bhagavad Gita is spoken by the Lord. Who doth the Lord address? The entire creation of course. He addresses every single man woman and child. He addresses every single plant herb and tree. Every piece of matter animate or inanimate. Every ray of energy, no matter whether it is in the visible spectrum or beyond. The Gita is about Life. It is about Dinacharya. About Ritucharya. About what to do when. How to live, how to LOVE. How to be well. How to plan and how to act. What to think and what to speak. About what qualities to nourish. What goals to achieve. About how to meet deadlines and targets. It applies not only to mankind. It also applies to machines and electronics. It applies also to the Natural Laws and to the life-forms we know and do not know. It is a complete textbook. A finely detailed user manual to strengthen one's MIND. Nourish the SOUL. And of course the Gita doth Flex the BODY. The Bhagavad Gita is a FRIEND. सर्वधर्मान् परित्यज्य , माम् एकं शरणं व्रज । अहं त्वा सर्वपापेभ्यः , मोक्षयिष्यामि मा शुचः ॥ १८.६६ sarvadharmān parityajya , mām ekaṁ śaraṇaṁ vraja । ahaṁ tvā sarvapāpebhyaḥ , mokṣayiṣyāmi mā śucaḥ ॥ 18.66 18.66 Do not dither, be not scattered nor fickle; collect your wits and pull yourself together, and come straight and sure to the divine. To the sacred and pure in your vicinity. To the saint in your village. Pour your heart out; surely help is yours, guidance is yours, support is yours and victory is yours. Original Verses in Sanskrit split at each quarter for chanting aloud. With a Latin Transliteration of each verse in English. And the Gist in English using contemporary aims, desires, language and style.
Bhaja Govindam is the Smallest, Simplest, Sweetest Upanishad-like work penned by the great Master Adi Shankaracharya himself. In soul-stirring poetry, Sankara expounds the wisdom of attaining peace and nirvana. A beautiful work of the highest literary order that is sung in many Indian homes. मूढ जहीहि धनागमतृष्णाम् कुरु सद्बुद्धिमं मनसि वितृष्णाम् । यल्लभसे निजकर्मोपात्तम् वित्तं तेन विनोदय चित्तं ॥ २ ॥ mūḍha jahīhi dhanāgamatṛṣṇām kuru sadbuddhimaṃ manasi vitṛṣṇām । yallabhase nijakarmopāttam vittaṃ tena vinodaya cittaṃ ॥ 2 ॥ 02. O Young Man! Wealth shall surely pull you magnetically with tremendous force, weave out of its spell by pragmatic reasoning. The Special technique of escaping its tentacles gets revealed by honest hard work that naturally stems the inflow of intoxicating tendencies. Direct your peaceful moments gained by the strength of your sincere efforts in remembering the great Lord. Your mind shall surely feel that cooling sweetness of contentment. ------------------------------------ For the Sanskrit Enthusiast, - Each verse is in Original Devanagari with a Latin Transliteration. - Padachheda - Word boundary and Vibhakti - Case is listed. - Carefully chosen dictionary meaning of each word is given so that the earnest seeker can grasp the beauty and depth in the language.
We have recently become aware of the importance of Yoga in daily life, nay as an integral dinacharya not to be missed. However, for most of us the real meaning of Yoga is still obscure. It is more than asana or body gymnastics. It is much more than our outer garment. Yoga is closely related to the mind and heart. To our feelings, sensations, emotions and attitude. To our citta, the memory and ego. Culturing our mind is Yoga. Broadening our vision is Yoga. Strengthening Faith Trust Kindness Innocence Friendliness is Yoga. Being able to sit in deep Meditation in the lap of the Divine is one of the profoundest gifts of Yoga. This can be practiced by all. It does not depend on current health status, skill set, economics or gender. ---------------------- The methods and techniques given in this book are a means to achieve the DIVINE UNION = SWEET BLISS = YOGA. This is made possible by treading the Path of Yoga conscientiously. ---------------------- Peppered with insights from revered sages and verses from traditional texts, this book outlines the main Asana, Pranayama, Mudra and Bandha. It also mentions about Dhyana, and gives tips regarding Diet, Ayurveda, and Prayer for a holistic approach to Yoga.
Our Vedas eulogize the Sun, and there are many hymns in praise of the Surya Devata. Especially, the first chapter of the Krishna Yajur Veda Taittiriya Aranyakam has come to be known in recent times as the Surya Namaskar chapter. ------------------------------------------ Surya Namaskar is a fundamental set of 12 postures to step into a higher state of consciousness that reflects Purity. It leads to Yoga, or the significant moment when one relaxes, absorbed in divine union. ------------------------------------------ The entire process comprises of • A Cheerful beginning • Stepping onto the Yoga Mat facing EAST • Having a sip of Water to begin with • Chanting Om Suryaaya Namah ----------------------------------------- It is a proven cardiovascular workout of a high order, when done at a smooth pace. When done with holding the stretch at each pose with normal breathing, it is meditative, relaxing and toning. The Sun is traditionally connected to the Manipura Chakra, known as the Navel Center, or the Solar Plexus. It is also the 2nd brain of the body, where all the nerves meet, and the place of the umbilical cord attaching every new born. We see that all the poses in the Surya Namaskar have a significant effect on the solar plexus. In other words these asanas massage, strengthen, realign, and invigorate the stomach and gut. That by default in medical parlance is the prime source of illness prevention and cure.
We all love to chant and the 1000 names of Lord Vishnu are the ultimate stotram to -relieve fatigue, -cure illness and -feel strengthened. This book attempts to make the chanting easy, enjoyable, and proper by suitably placed hyphens between the long Sanskrit words. That makes each letter and syllable clearly visible. Apart from Original verses in Devanagari, -a Latin transliteration, -an Alphabetical Index, as well as -Sequential names make it a useful guide for Home, Temple and Gurukul. ------------------------ oṃ viśvaṃ viṣṇur vaṣaṭkāro bhūta–bhavya–bhavat prabhuḥ । bhūta–kṛd–bhūta–bhṛd–bhāvo bhūtātmā bhūta–bhāvanaḥ ॥ 1॥ ॐ विश्वं विष्णुर् वषट्कारो भूत–भव्य–भवत् प्रभुः । भूत–कृद्–भूत–भृद्–भावो भूतात्मा भूत–भावनः ॥ १॥
We all love to Meditate. We have experienced its fruits, namely, calmness, detachment and serenity. We all love to exercise Self Control. We follow some code of conduct, adhere to some discipline and stick to a value system. Why do we do it? What is the purpose? We observe the discipline because it steers our life on the track of success. Our experience shows there is a meaning to it and we can sense our victories and achievements are the result of such practices. Why not hear what the Lord has to say about it? Why not see how the Divine wisdom fits in with our lifestyle and how we can inculcate just a little bit if we wish to. Using the Bhagavad Gita as a guiding light, and it's 6th Chapter as the basis, this book portrays the wisdom in simple language for the ardent aspirant. The verses are in Devanagari and the commentary is in English. Also a free flowing Hindi translation is provided.
Sanskrit is a language that flows from time immemorial; it originates in natural sounds and finds its way in many spoken languages Today. This book presents the traditional Dhatupatha of Panini in Devanagari script, with a measure of Elucidation. It serves as a handy reference in understanding the Roots of the Language from where Verbs, Nouns and all words are derived. Serious students and Academicians shall find learning Sanskrit enjoyable. The book can very well find its way to Schools and Colleges where Sanskrit is being taught. Its Chanting Section caters to primary learners. The English Meaning Section has a universal appeal and shall benefit any Library. The Short Dhatu Identity shows any Dhatu's characteristics at a glance. The Main Dhatupatha containing Accents and iii/1 Verb Rupas, in the traditional order of Panini, is what the committed scholar really needs. Finally, an Alphabetical Dhatu Index, that is well formatted, enhances the book immensely.
Prashna Upanishad is attributed to sage Pippalada and is in the Gopatha Brahmana of the Atharva Veda. This Upanishad gets its name from the word Prashna , which means “a Question” in Sanskrit. When one’s mind is peaceful, the heart is loving, basic needs are well taken care of, Then a question that arises is directly addressed by the Divine, since it is addressed only to the Divine. 3rd Question यत् चित्तः तेन एषः प्राणम् आयाति प्राणः तेजसा युक्तः । सह आत्मना यथा सङ्कल्पितं लोकं नयति ॥ yaccittastenaiṣa prāṇamāyāti prāṇastejasā yuktaḥ । sahātmanā yathāsaṅkalpitaṃ lokaṃ nayati ॥ 3.10 3.10 This verse is a Maha Vakya. It is a Supreme statement. It states an inviolable truth. At the hour of Death, the Thought predominant in the mind becomes the Basis for the new birth, governs parameters like place of birth, parents, resources, happiness and further evolution. This is easily verified by observing and noting down the last thought at bedtime. First thought in the morning while getting up shall be the same. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ For the Sanskrit Enthusiast, each verse is given in Devanagari, with a Latin transliteration, and Padacheda.
Bhagavad Gita Reader: All Verses in 4 Quarters The Bhagavad Gita has been chanted and read in homes and workplaces. Children and families love to recite it during festivals and gatherings. It is the discourse that instructs man to realign himself to his duty and responsibility. It is the scripture that creates a strong foundation for implicit faith and concordant action in day to day life. How may we read the Gita? Its verses are written in a meter known as Anushtup Chhanda consisting of 32 syllables each. The traditional way to recite is to pause after 8 syllables. However the commonly available editions of the Bhagavad Gita do not give any such pause. This is a Reader that lists all the 700 verses of the Gita with pauses at 8 syllables i.e. at each quarter. A complete Devanagari Latin Transliteration is provided using the iso15919 standard. This makes it very easy for the English reader to quickly learn the proper chanting procedure. The original Sanskrit text is also present with pauses at each pada. The split of the verses is done using Grammar rules of Sandhi as given in the Ashtadhyayi of Panini, a timeless masterpiece on language, word formation and syntax. The correct method to read the Visarga, the Anusvara and the Avagraha is clearly explained. The complete Devanagari Alphabet with pronunciation key is also supplied. Thus it fulfills a basic academic need of individuals, schools or colleges using the Bhagavad Gita in any manner. Most institutes imparting Sanskrit teaching also use the Gita and this book is an apt textbook for the same.
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