When you say Om, the whole jagat, transcending language, is represented. It is neither Sanskrit, nor French, nor English, nor Hindi. This is Om, says ATMAPRAJNANANDA SARASWATI Om is a phonetic symbol of Brahman. All that is here is Brahman ― space, air, fire, water,...
Over the years, as an army child, I’ve lived in many homes in cities across the country. From all my experiences, one memory, in particular, remains etched in my mind, about when I helped nab some thieves. Well, it was...
Learn to say a firm ‘No’ to alcohol. It’s never been known to do anyone any good It seems we people don’t need a compelling reason to drink. We treat alcohol like water and grab a drink at the slightest...
The author analyses the loving relationship between parents and daughters in the light of societal expectations Often, this thought occupies my mind: Why is it that a girl is never thought of as a permanent member of her parental home?...
Canadian Indian Munira Nagji’s work to educate underprivileged children in various parts of India shows her selfless commitment to a most noble cause It all began when Munira Nagji began homeschooling her son back in the early 2000s in Calgary,...
Nine easy steps to eating healthy at work It is not easy. It never is. Eating healthy can be quite difficult especially at the workplace when you are already burdened with long hours, marathon meetings and hectic schedules. Food can...
The present time is turbulent. The best way to go through this time is to keep a very low profile. Just watch. No reactions. Perform through the intellect. No confrontations. Some people are waiting for an opportunity to explode. Be...
Amidst the chaos unleashed by the coronavirus, aggravated by political games, CHANA MEDDIN hears a song within, resonating in triumphant chords of hope and new beginnings I didn’t mean to do it. My friend asked for a haircut. Barber shops...
A mammoth 84 lakh yonis or forms of life exist; they live, procreate and die to change their forms, according to Hindu scriptures. Energy is never destroyed, it only changes form. The world is full of various kinds of land...
