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In this concise series of lectures, famed Hindu monk Swami Vivekananda answers the important question: How can Vedanta be made practical in our daily lives? Though intended for Western audiences, Vivekananda's idea of sacralizing every moment has transformed the lives of generations of spiritual seekers.

The distinction between the Hindus and Untouchables in its original form, before the advent of Untouchability, was the distinction between Tribesmen and Broken Men from alien Tribes. It is the Broken Men who subsequently came to be treated as Untouchables. In searching for the origin of Untouchability care must be taken to distinguish the Untouchables from the Impure. All orthodox Hindu writers have identified the Impure with the Untouchables. This is an error. Untouchables are distinct from the Impure.

The Bhagavadgita is part of the great Indian epic the Mahabharata, and it is one of the major religious documents of the world, occupying in Hinduism a position not unlike the Sermon on the Mount in Christianity. One of the most celebrated treasures of world literature as well, it is in the form of a poetic dialogue between the epic's hero, Arjuna, and his friend Krishna, believed to be an incarnation of God.

The Vedas are the oldest scriptures of Hinduism which originated in ancient India. Storytel brings to you a fresh and simplified explanation of Ved, specially adapted for audio.

This remarkable text by the renowned shabd yoga sage Baba Faqir Chand describes the journey of the soul after death. This is volume one, which contains three parts. From the introduction by Professor Bhagat Ram Kamal: This book, entitled Garud Puran (a mystical doctrine), was written by his holiness after listening to the traditional Garud Puran from the pandits during the religious performances as per rituals of Sanatan Dharam for the first time. It covers all the aspects of human life and throws an abundant light upon what happens with us after death.

Revisiting Mahabharata with Devdutt Pattanaik is an exclusive presentation by Audible. Mahabharata is a story that communicates Vedic Ideas such as dharma and karma. It narrates the epic quarrel over property between five brothers (the Pandavas) and their hundred cousins (the Kauravas). The events, if real, may have taken place 3,000 years ago in the Gangetic plains. It was composed orally and transmitted for centuries before it was written down in Sanskrit about 2,000 years ago.

‘Ram’s story as a metaphor for human strengths and weaknesses and as a window to inner divinity’—Tehelka / Ram is maryada purushottam, the supreme upholder of social values, scion of the Raghu clan, jewel of the solar dynasty, seventh avatar of Vishnu. Reviled by feminists, appropriated by politicians, he remains serene in his majesty, the only Hindu deity to be worshipped as a king. Join Devdutt Pattanaik as he explores the relevance of Ram in modern times, peeling back the layers of metaphors and meanings in the many retellings of his tale.

The original "Yoga Secrets of Patanjali" are in themselves exceedingly brief, less than 10 pages in the original ancient texts. Yet, as they are based upon the great, timeless Bhagavad Gita, they contain the essence of all practical wisdom, set forth in admirable order and great detail. This timeless theme brings forth a palpable spiritual regeneration, the rebirth of the spiritual from the psychical: the same sacred theme that the realized yogis of India so wisely and eloquently set forth over 5,000 years ago.

Conquer Change is the second book in Ramayana: The Game of Life series. A modern retelling of the Ayodhya Kanda of Valmiki’s epic, the book is all about facing the reversal of fortune and moving on. Author Shubha Vilas reveals profound rules of human relationships and conduct - what works, what fails to work and how to navigate through this amazing labyrinth.

Upanishads have a wealth of stories and tales which enrich us with various concepts of "Self-realization", "Brahman" or the "Supreme-Being", "Aatman" or the "Supreme-Self" and many other foundational building blocks of Santana Dharma. These stories are not only engaging but leave us with an ever-lasting resonance of thoughts. Many of these stories are pretty popular such as the Story of Nachiketa and his dialogues with the Lord of Death or the tale of Gargi or Satyakama. However, each time you hear them will provide you with a different aspect. So if you are tired after work, if you are down ...

Life is a constant reminder that nothing, however powerful in one season, remains so in the next. These endless cycles of change could really spook someone who is unprepared to face the realities. Remember that situations of helplessness are always created by one’s own limited imagination.

Chanting and Recitation of Durga Mantras and Kirtans in glory of the Divine Mother. Devi, Durga, Lakshmi, Kali, Saraswati, Tripura Sundari, Rajeshwari - these are all names of the Divine Mother. Recordings mostly from Yoga Vidya Ashram Germany.

In the Ask Sri Vishwanath Vedanta show you can bring in your questions and Sri Vishwanath will answer them for you live. He is the author of The Secret of Bhagavad Gita and runs the Bhagavad Gita University www.bhagavadgitauniversity.com and www.magicofgod.com Each session runs from 9 to 20 minutes and is packed with the wisdom and secrets of Vedanta. Simple to absorb easy to implement. You will love these subtle teachings of Advaita Vedanta and want to visit them again and again. You can visit www.magicofgod.com to get your free Vedanta lessons. The best way to get in touch with him is to ...

What's the Gita? What does it teach us? This minibook explains, from a Hindu point of view, the main doctrines of The Gita, a book of rare excellence.

‘To triumph at life, one must possess both spiritual and material wisdom.’ Every successful person is either already blessed with this wisdom or has acquired it. This book not only bridges this gap, but also equips you with the proper knowledge needed to effectively navigate your life. Learning it will unleash your abilities and unlock your potential to thrive in your endeavours.

Embark on an epic journey with the "Mahabharata," one of the greatest Indian epics. This podcast brings to life the timeless stories of heroism, duty, and destiny, exploring the complex characters and profound philosophies that have captivated audiences for centuries.

Santji Satsang for Shradha, Samarpan, Satya, Samadhi,Shanti, Satva, Saucha, Sanyam, Santosh, Sanskriti, etc

Lord Shiva is adi, and he is only the anthya. He is the sole reason for the happenings in both the movable and immovable worlds. Therefore, it is said that not even a spring of grass will move without his permission. He is the one who has given life to all the creatures. He is also the one who takes away the lives of all the creatures. Sadhus, sages, and aghoraas practice severe penance without minding day and night on Lord Shiva.

Mahabharata with 100,000 verses, and many prose passages, adding up to a phenomenal total of 1.8 million words is the biggest known epic. Originally, based on a real story that took place 5000 years ago, was later put to words by Vyasa. The size of this epic is so huge that it may need an entire lifetime to read and understand it. In this short audiobook, Dr. King and Swami Satyapriya capture the essence of this great Indian epic, providing lot of insights to how this epic was actually meant to convey "Dharma" or righteousness by its author.

Originally an epic Sanskrit poem of some hundred thousand verses said to have been composed 5,000 years ago, Mahabharata is one of the most revered and loved stories of all time. It plunges us into a wondrous and ancient world of romance and adventure when men knew that there are greater powers than us controlling the universe. Passed down through the ages by bards and poets, Mahabharata has enthralled audiences for countless generations.