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A Guru, is a teacher in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism, as well as in many New religious movements. Based on a long traditional line of philosophical understanding as to the importance of knowledge, the guru is seen in these religions as a sacred conduit, or a way to self-realization. The importance of finding a true guru is described in the scriptures and teachings of religions in which a guru plays a role. "Guru" also refers in Sanskrit to Brihaspati, a Hindu figure analogous to the Roman planet/god Jupiter. In Vedic astrology, Guru or Brihaspati is believed to exert teaching influences. Indeed, in many Indian languages such as Hindi, the occidental Thursday is called either Brihaspativaar or...

The importance of finding a guru who can impart transcendental knowledge (vidya) is one of the tenets of Hinduism. One of the main Hindu texts, the Bhagavad Gita, is a dialogue between God in the form of Krishna and Arjuna a nobleman. Not only does their dialogue outline many of the ideals of Hinduism, but the discussion and relationship between the two considered to be an expression of the ideal Guru/disciple relationship. In the Gita itself, Krishna speaks of the importance of finding a guru to Arjuna: Acquire the transcendental knowledge from a Self-realized master by humble reverence, by sincere inquiry, and by service. The wise ones who have realized the Truth will impart the Knowledge to you...

Hello folks, this is "Seth Rubberfold" with the next edition of "Making Money Online". In the last article I talked about the dangers of "hype" products versus the "real deal". Some of the internet marketing gurus realized the possibilities of selling hope, and used that realization to cash in on people's dreams. The downside was that many people, when stung by a false product purchase and disappointed, refused to continue in online marketing. However, we've learned how to avoid such painful experiences, and differentiate between illusive marketing techniques (hype) and manifested experience (the real stuff). We can make money, it's totally possible online. Let's go over some of your options, and...

Chhou Naach (Chhou Dance):There are very little documentations available on traditional art, craft and culture of tribal of Jharkhand, India. This article provides an overview of one of the most exciting tribal dance "Chhou Naach" which is yet to be explored completely. However, state government of Jharkhand, India organizes various cultural events in the state but Chhou dance is very rarely done. This is not because people performing Chhou dance are conservative, but because of lack of knowledge or lack of promotion of this traditional dance form. This article is a little effort for the promotion of Traditional Tribal Culture.Locality:Chhou dance is found in the tribal areas of Jharkhand and...

Knowledge will forever govern ignorance, and a people who mean to be their own governors, must arm themselves with the power knowledge gives. A popular government without popular information or the means of acquiring it, is but a prologue to a farce or a tragedy or perhaps both.-- James MadisonWant to know how much money was earmarked for repairing roads in KBK district, or how much money government allocates for your village medical? Now just ask the government and it is obliged to provide the answer of your question with in a specified time. In the age of information affluence, everyone is starving for information. It may be related to the family, village, town, district, state or nation. We have...

Yoga is controlling of thoughts arising in the mind. When thoughts are controlled or prevented through practice, the seer or practitioner(yogi) rests in his true self or soul(atman). Either you remain in true self or control thoughts, the other will result automatically. In true self one shall not see or hear anything. Bcause there is none other than the self. When there is anything other than the self, one shall see or hear something. When everything has merged in the pure consciousness of the true self, when there is none other than the self, what is to see or hear?Everybody has this experience in deep sleep. In the waking and dreaming states everybody sees or hear something. But when one enters...

Teenagers who are afraid to get a flu shot from the doctor will sit for hours on a table and allow a stranger to pierce their skin repeatedly until a muti-colored picture emerges on their skin. The skin is swollen red and painful but the teen emerges from this operation with a smile and a feeling of pride?Big strong men who refuse to go to a doctor for a checkup medication will allow an unknown person to use a needle to inject ink on to their skin for hours. Sometimes this ink is projected on very personal parts of the body. They leave the little tattoo shop beaming and proud.What is the allure of enduring hours of pain in order to get a picture of your soon to be ex-girlfriend on...

The gross aspect of human anatomy is of the ordinary type and it has been studied and understood using technical apparatus. After making a pathological analysis surgeons operate the broken organs.Over and above this when we talk of the conscious aspect of the human body then it definitely is both gross and subtle. It is so gross that as soon as the life force departs the gross body falls flat and that body which just a moment before was walking and talking is now rotting away. And simultaneously the body is so subtle that all its small /big units are joined to the cosmic consciousness. There is something present in this cosmos which they imbibe as per their capability and throw it away too...

Pre-natal vitamins are important to the health of a growing baby. They are also important to pregnant mothers because their bodies are going through so many changes.Our diets today are often deficient in key nutrients found in pre-natal vitamins that help a baby's development in the womb. One deficiency that has been found is the lack of enough folic acid, one of the B vitamins.Rectifying vitamin deficiency can be done by modifying your diet and by taking pre-natal vitamin supplements. It is easiest for your body to absorb nutrients from foods, but since it can be difficult to take in enough of those key vitamins and minerals during pregnancy, most doctors recommend that you also take pre-natal...

Visitors to the Scottsdale area have long been pleased with the diversity of high quality vacation experiences found in the community. Popular options range from sport, recreation and spa services at the luxury resorts to varied shopping opportunities and arts and cultural programs scheduled at local museums and theaters. There are many interesting and historic sights, great restaurants, excellent parks and scenic vistas, but until recently one of the missing options was an opportunity for visitors to experience the regions Native American culture. Thanks to the work of the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau, The Scottsdale Cultural Council, Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation and the Hyatt Regency...

Divine aesthetics is how one might define religious jewelry, if asked to do so. Jewelry has a symbolic significance in many cultures around the world. It is the symbol of faith, devotion and a love of spirituality. Nowadays, however, religious jewelry has added many other facets to its basic nature. Worn for fashion, aesthetics and style, religious jewelry has its own enviable position in the wide market of jewelry. After all, divinity mingled with elegance and class is a tempting combination.Fine religious jewelry crafted out of immaculately chosen precious stones and metals is a way of flaunting your sense of spirituality in a classy fashion. It can be gifted to a friend as a sign that you wish...

India is a country with an ancient civilization and a rich tradition of culture dating back to many centuries. Her literary heritage is one of the oldest in the world. The Indian tradition of learning has reached gradually to the age of modern Information Technology, culminating into the latest Software technology available anywhere in the world.India is proud to have a pulsating world of Software Personnel spread all over the vast Information Technology country. We develop Software in English language which, though of foreign origin, is a rich one, giving us facility for international communication.India has made rapid strides in the field of software and today Indian software developing is one of...

Five years ago when introduced India to the concept of a sting operation, we were all jubilant.It showed us that finally transperancy was on its way.A very unfortunate Bangaru Laxman was caught with his hand in the cookie jar.And something that we had always known was proved yet again,namely,politicians are corrupt.But soon these optimistic musings were killed when most of those implicated by the sting operation continued their careers in active politics.Tehelka, just as its name implied, had started the age of sensationalism although accountability still seemed elusive.Media gurus and spinmasters realised that the Indian psyche loved this concept of a sneak peek.This lead to many scandals which...

Is there a mystery here to be unravelled? Is there a serpent code being held by the Grail myths? Can we uncover this code by taking a look at the Lady of Lake? The answer is yes to all these questions, for held within the folds of the coiled snake we shall discover the truth of the origin of the Arthurian tales and the strange watery Lady who was to give Arthur his sword.There are various names attributed to the 'Lady of the Lake;' Nimue and Vivienne are the two most used, but most pertinent to us here is 'White Serpent.' Nimue is probably Mneme or Mnemosyne, who is one of the Muses or 'water nymphs' from Roman and Greek mythology and who gave out weapons - just as the Lady of the Lake did. Vivienne...

Native Americans believe they are closely linked with the land and everything that grows on the land or lives on the land. Because of this belief, the idea of "owning" land did not exist among the Native Americans. They lived off the land, but did not consider that they owned it. This is not to say that they shared the land with other tribes, because they did establish territorial rights to certain parts of America among the many tribes. Intrusion into another tribe's territory was considered an invasion and was often met with warfare.Before contact with Europeans, most of the Native Americans lived in hunter/gatherer communities composed of small populations of people. A few tribes had settled into...

If you have been on the internet for awhile, you know that there are millions of people trying anything and everything to get your attention. They want in your wallet. It's a great big money grab out there folks, and the net has become the biggest marketing arena on the planet, driving whole industries and generating Billions of dollars in sales.So what's the problem? Well, none if you are one of the small businesses with focus. A whole lot of problems if you lack focus.There are myriad small business opportunities on the net today. And if you do your research and find something you want to associate with, or you create a product for a well-researched target market, you are well on your way to...

Native Americans believe they are closely linked with the land and everything that grows on the land or lives on the land. Because of this belief, the idea of "owning" land did not exist among the Native Americans. They lived off the land, but did not consider that they owned it. This is not to say that they shared the land with other tribes, because they did establish territorial rights to certain parts of America among the many tribes. Intrusion into another tribe's territory was considered an invasion and was often met with warfare.Before contact with Europeans, most of the Native Americans lived in hunter/gatherer communities composed of small populations of people. A few tribes had settled into...

Copyright 2006 Alanna Kaivalya Many people ask me if I can recommend where they should study yoga on their travels to the birthplace of this ancient Indian philosophy. I humbly admit to them that I have never been to India. My gurus are in New York-and they are American. Most people are surprised at this admission. They question me regarding this. After all, if I am a yogi, shouldn't my guru be an Indian man? Well, the gurus of my gurus are Indian men, but in my case, I look into the soft brown eyes and pale skin of my gurus when I bow before them. It's funny. yoga has taken such a hold in America, yet some misconceptions are still etched in the practice. For example, we think yoga is practiced...

India is a country rich in its own traditions, values and religions. There, religious festivals play an important role in binding its people in both their personal and public aspects, creating a country of profound culture and distinctiveness.Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism are the three ancient religions which were originated in India.Hinduism is the most dominant religion with around 80% of the population Hindus, whereas 0.8% of the population is Buddhists and only 0.4% of the population Jains. On the contrary, 2% of the population takes up a rather new religion Sikhism.Hinduism is a religions which dates back to 5000 years or more. It is a colorful religion with a vast amount of Gods and Goddesses...

You could say I have a God-given love for the Jews and the nation of Israel (Isaiah 62:6-7). That sacred bond has been strengthened over the years by the fact that I've been blessed to have lived all over Israel, getting to know its land and people quite well.Apart from 5 months as a kibbutz volunteer at Ramat Yohanan near Haifa, I've also served as a kibbutz volunteer at Sdot Yam on the Mediterranean, next to Caesarea, the site of my first ulpan (intensive Hebrew course), and where Israel's heroine, Hannah Senesh, was from; Regavim, near Zichron Yaakov, where I continued my Hebrew lessons amid its rolling green hills; Reshafim, near Bet She'an, with Mt. Gilboa practically in our backyard, and...

Most people are well aware by now that the formula to a happy and healthy life is to exercise and eat well. However, today's hectic lifestyles often mean that we frequently find ourselves in stressful situations. In order to combat stress we need to learn how to relax, and that's where meditation and yoga come in. The practice of yoga has been around for hundreds of years (or more). It originated in India, and was introduced by holy men (called Yogis) who would meditate for days together, in order to train their minds and bodies, and to achieve a sense of well being. Nowadays, many people think of yoga in terms of the different styles of yoga, or in terms of yoga poses, but in reality it is a...

I couldn't imagine how a tremour underneath in the form of an earthquake by tectonic plate movements caused a massive disaster in the coastal areas of most of the Indian Ocean Rim countries.Memories of the early morning travel from George Town, the capital of Penang Island of Malaysia to the Teluk Bahang, the northern coastal front of the island still come to mind with the different panoramas of the Strait of Malacca and the silently waving southern seas of Andaman-Nicobar Islands in the far distance.Likewise the memories of my recent visit in association with a mission on disaster relief to the northern regions of Kilinochchi, Mullaitivu and Jaffna come to mind.Dietmar Doring, Director of "Peace...

I. OVERVIEWIn the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the USA, attention was drawn to the age-old, secretive, and globe-spanning banking system developed in Asia and known as "Hawala" (to change, in Arabic). It is based on a short term, discountable, negotiable, promissory note (or bill of exchange) called "Hundi". While not limited to Moslems, it has come to be identified with "Islamic Banking".Islamic Law (Sharia'a) regulates commerce and finance in the Fiqh Al Mua'malat, (transactions amongst people). Modern Islamic banks are overseen by the Shari'a Supervisory Board of Islamic Banks and Institutions ("The Shari'a Committee").The Shi'a "Islamic Laws according to the Fatawa of Ayatullah...

More and more people are looking at the different alternative health therapy options these days. In this article, I write about the health benefits which using tai chi can bring. I hope you enjoy the read.Tai chi is the most popular exercise in the world today. It is relatively new to the western world but is becoming more and more popular. The two thousand year old Chinese martial art is quite simple to do and has many benefits.I have been attending tai chi classes for around a year now and it has massively helped me to control my anxiety and stress levels. Stress has been a big factor in my life and I have always struggled to think in a positive way. I now try many alternative treatments to manage...

India is a country with an ancient civilization and a rich tradition of culture dating back to many centuries. Her literary heritage is one of the oldest in the world. The Indian tradition of learning has reached gradually to the age of modern Information Technology, culminating into the latest Software technology available anywhere in the world.India is proud to have a pulsating world of Software Personnel spread all over the vast Information Technology country. We develop Software in English language which, though of foreign origin, is a rich one, giving us facility for international communication.India has made rapid strides in the field of software and today Indian software developing is one of...

Is there a mystery here to be unravelled? Is there a serpent code being held by the Grail myths? Can we uncover this code by taking a look at the Lady of Lake? The answer is yes to all these questions, for held within the folds of the coiled snake we shall discover the truth of the origin of the Arthurian tales and the strange watery Lady who was to give Arthur his sword.There are various names attributed to the 'Lady of the Lake;' Nimue and Vivienne are the two most used, but most pertinent to us here is 'White Serpent.' Nimue is probably Mneme or Mnemosyne, who is one of the Muses or 'water nymphs' from Roman and Greek mythology and who gave out weapons - just as the Lady of the Lake did. Vivienne...

The benefit of yoga is twofold - increased health and unification of the spirit with the body. It is accomplished through the use of many different aspects, but mainly through the combination of Asanas, or postures, and breathing/meditation practices.This raises many question in the Christian community. In my research for this article, I was very surprised at the viewpoint of the Christian apologists, and their take on yoga and its practice. I have hesitated on writing this article because of that viewpoint. However, I feel that this question and the stance of the Christian community warrants reflection on the subject.Yoga has a history dating back over five thousand years, to the beginning of...

When deciding on a wedding theme, most couples tend to lean toward the more popular ones: beach, western, butterfly, etc. However, by turning your attention toward an ethnic theme wedding you'll find that it's a wonderful way to incorporate your heritage and personalize your wedding day. Your wedding guests will also appreciate experiencing some of your wonderful cultural traditions.Just as in any traditional wedding theme planning, you need to look at each aspect of your wedding plans and decide how and what ethnic traditions you can include. Here are some ideas to help you along.Choosing Wedding ColorsIn some cases, you can interject certain colors into your color scheme. For example, those with...

is focused on reveling & sharing life style & community bounding of NRIs living in USA & Canada. The culture & the people with multiple languages all are featured here. You can search more while scanning free Indian classifieds by Indian Festivals: India is a land of festivals and fairs. Every day of the year there is a festival celebrated in some part of the country. Some festivals welcome the seasons of the year, the harvest, the rains, or the full moon. Others celebrate religious occasions, the birthdays of divine beings, saints, and gurus (revered teachers), or the advent of the new year. A number of these festivals are common to most parts of India.Diwali or Deepavali: The Festival of Lights...

Managing a Business activity in India is not the easiest of tasks. In fact it is one endeavor where even some of the world's biggest organizations have failed. The single reason for this is the flawed perceptions most business concerns have about the Indian Business space. The media in a certain way has contributed to these perceptions. There are certain cities in India that seem to have hogged the limelight with the Western press and they include Bangalore and Hyderabad. But remember the realities are not necessarily what you read about, in these media stories.Some of the 'must know' realities about India, which can help any Business concern wanting to make an entry, are -Land of DiversityDo not...

How American Indians arrived and when they arrived in the United States is a topic that has long been up for debate. There are conflicting reports and theories on when American Indians arrived here and how they did. In any culture, people and animals pass on and belongings become ruined. This tends to make it difficult to understand and study a particular culture. A popular tradition in the history of American Indians has made it easier for their history to be examined.Pottery was a tradition that existed in the past and it continues to exist today. Pottery making has changed with time, but many American Indians have continued to carry on the tradition of making pottery in the same way that...

Hinduism and Buddhism are two of the five major religions in our world. They are widely practiced, and have survived for centuries. Both have similarities and differences, as do all forms of religion, and I will discuss the practices and theological aspects of Hinduism and Buddhism.No one is completely sure of where Hinduism was started and by whom. Today, it is the world's third largest religion. Many changes have come upon Hinduism since they practiced it first. Hinduism includes many different denominations and beliefs that have arisen. Though there are many things in common with all of the Hindu sects, their basic beliefs are what tie them together. Their oldest written documents, the...

When you practice yoga, it is, of course, not necessary to have a full understanding of yoga history in order to fully benefit from your practice. A brief understanding of the history behind yoga, however, may increase your spiritual practice and inspire you to find out more about the tradition behind the discipline.The first writings about yoga were written in Sanskrit in early religious manuscripts in India called the Vedas...

Is there such a thing anymore as free downloadable music? I know that with lawsuits and copyright plus royalty laws there is a real push to make sure that artists get their money when their music is downloaded, but what if you just want to put something together for marketing or a business website? It turns out that there is such thing as downloadable music that can be used for marketing at a cheap price. You simple need to get out there and look for royalty free music in a downloadable state. If you are a web designer or marketer, you likely will from time to time want to use flash or video clips on a website or CD Rom. Likely there will come a time where such materials will need music, and...

Those of you who have received a reading or any other correspondence from me may have noticed that I end my correspondence with the phrase, "Blessings, Rev. Jeff." What you may not realize is that this is not just the quaint way that I choose to end my letters, I DO actually invoke a blessing for you.The act of giving a blessing is something that everyone can do. It is not reserved soley for Priests, Ministers or spiritual leaders. It is rather, a beautiful way of invoking Love and Universal Energy to touch the life of another.What is a blessing, then? The dictionary defines this as: to invoke divine care for; to confer prosperity or happiness upon. This is exactly what one is doing when...