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Poem: Look to the Moon
Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Meditation Practices: Paths to Inner Peace and Clarity, Mindfulness, Meditation and Personal Growth, Poetry: Expressions of Spirit, Heart, and Insight., POETRY: Yoga, Advaita Vedanta, Nonduality, Etc., Practices of Neti Neti, Practices of Self-Inquiry (Atma Vichara), Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Synchronized Global Well-Being, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Tibetan Master: Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche, Teacher: Zen Master: Dogen, Teacher: Zen Master: Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, Teachings: Mahayana Teachings of Compassion and Wisdom, Teachings: Theravada: Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Tibetan Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Zen Teachings of the Buddha, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global HarmonyExplore the essence of spiritual teachings from Ramana Maharshi, Orgyen Chowang, and Buddhism in this heart-teaching poem. “Look to the Moon” is a meditative journey in iambic meter, guiding readers to transcend the intellectual pursuit of truth and rest in the stillness of their true nature. Discover how the Self, Pristine Mind, Buddha Nature, and…
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Introduction to Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love
Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, Teacher: Sri RamaKrishna, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaDiscover Bhakti Yoga, the path of devotion and divine love, in this introductory post. Explore how this deeply emotional and heart-centered yoga cultivates a personal connection with the divine, transcending intellectual knowledge to embrace love and surrender. Learn about the key practices of Bhakti Yoga, including devotion to a chosen deity and the transformative power…
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Understanding the Roots of Religious Tensions: A Historical Perspective on Divine Righteousness Across Cultures
Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Teacher: Anandamayi Ma, Teacher: Neem Karoli Baba (Maharaj-ji), Teacher: Paramahansa Yogananda, Teacher: Pravrajika Devyanandaprana, Teacher: Ram Dass, Teacher: Sri RamaKrishna, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Teacher: Tibetan Master: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, Teachers and Masters of the Buddha’s Path, The Teachings of Jesus: Wisdom, Love, and Compassion, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global HarmonyIn this inaugural post of Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, we explore the historical and cultural contexts that shaped the Jewish prohibition against idol worship and how it contrasts with the divine righteousness upheld in Hinduism. By understanding the differing environments that influenced religious beliefs—from the immoral practices of the Greek and Roman…
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Introduction to Jnana Yoga: The Path of Knowledge and Self-Inquiry
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, Jnana Yoga: The Path of Knowledge and Self-Inquiry, Practices of Self-Inquiry (Atma Vichara), Teacher: Sri RamaKrishna, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaExplore Jnana Yoga, the path of knowledge and self-inquiry, in this introductory post. Discover how this profound spiritual practice guides seekers toward self-realization and the non-dual nature of existence, rooted in Advaita Vedanta. Learn about Atma Vichara (self-inquiry), the key principles of Jnana Yoga, and how this path, as taught by spiritual leaders like Swami…
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Book Review: Forty Verses on Reality by Ramana Maharshi
Explore the profound teachings of Ramana Maharshi in his “Forty Verses on Reality”, also known as “Ulladu Narpadu”. Discover the essence of self-inquiry (Atma Vichara) and non-duality as elucidated by one of the greatest spiritual masters of the 20th century. This introduction provides an overview of the key themes, including the illusion of the ego,…
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Exploring the Origins of Thought: A Synthesis of Jung, Ramana Maharshi, Kabbalah, and Tibetan Buddhism
Bridging Hearts and Minds, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, Practices of Self-Inquiry (Atma Vichara), Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Teacher: Carl Jung, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teachings: Mahayana Teachings of Compassion and Wisdom, Teachings: Theravada: Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Tibetan Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Zen Teachings of the Buddha, The Philosophy and Teachings of the BuddhaExplore the deep connections between Jungian psychology, Ramana Maharshi’s Vedanta, Kabbalistic teachings like Ein Sof, and Tibetan Buddhism in understanding the origins of thought. This post examines how thoughts arise from the infinite source, how they manifest in consciousness, and how they dissolve back into pure awareness. Learn how these diverse spiritual traditions converge on…
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Who is Ramana Maharshi?
Learn how Ramana Maharshi, one of the greatest spiritual teachers of the 20th century, offers a transformative path through self-inquiry. Understand the essence of Atma Vichara (self-inquiry) and how asking “Who am I?” can lead to self-realization. This guide explores the method to trace the origin of the ‘I’ thought and dissolve the mind into…
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Yoga Nidra for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS): A Gentle Practice for Deep Rest and Healing
Bridging Hearts and Minds, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Health and Wellness: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit., ME/CFS Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Navigating Wellness and Support, ME/CFS Exercises – Beginner Level: Building Health and Well-Being, ME/CFS Mindful Healing & Meditation Practices, ME/CFS Pacing: Strategies for Managing Energy and Activity, ME/CFS Prayers: Finding Solace and Strength in Spirituality, ME/CFS Self-Compassion: Embracing Healing and Understanding, Meditation Practices: Paths to Inner Peace and Clarity, Teacher: Anandamayi Ma, Teacher: Neem Karoli Baba (Maharaj-ji), Teacher: Pravrajika Devyanandaprana, Teacher: Ram Dass, Teacher: Sri RamaKrishna, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga Nidra: The Path of Deep Relaxation and Conscious Awareness, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaExplore the benefits of Yoga Nidra for those living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) in this gentle, nurturing guide. Learn how this practice of “yogic sleep” can offer profound rest, deep relaxation, and healing by calming the nervous system and supporting the body’s natural recovery processes. This post provides a step-by-step introduction to a…
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Self-Inquiry and Meditation: A Pathway to Inner Awareness
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Health and Wellness: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit., Practices of Self-Inquiry (Atma Vichara), Teacher: Pravrajika Devyanandaprana, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual RealizationDiscover the transformative power of self-inquiry and meditation in this comprehensive guide based on Swamiji’s teachings. Learn how the ancient practice of asking “Who am I?” or “What am I?” can dissolve the ego, increase awareness, and lead to profound inner peace. This blog post delves into the integration of self-inquiry with meditation, offering practical…