Seekers

I love people. I love relationships. Simply put, I love to love, and be loved. Little things are not little for me. I find myself mesmerized over a tiny gesture of unconditional love. A call where true conversation transpires...

I have observed a strange pattern in my life. Ever since I was an adolescent and have wanted to do something “wrong” – something that seemed against my value system, there was something to stop me. Or someone would suddenly show up...

Srimad Bhagawatham, Mahatmyam, Chapter One Sloka 70: Vipraiar...In pursuit of transient wealth, Brahmins are going from house to house trying to narrate Srimad Bhagavatham. Due to this attitude, the essence of the holy book is lost.

Ganesh Chathurthi is round the corner. There are so many tales around one of the most lovable and celebrated gods. One such is in Siva Purana on the birth of Ganesha. In fact, one of the meanings of Ganesha is “Lord of...

Manusmriti has references to Brahmins tasting meat as part of Vedic rituals. But there are no references that they consumed meat as food. Just after restrictions were imposed on slaughter of cattle across India, a relative of mine quoted the Manusmriti to argue that Brahmins...

Did Sri Krishna come from an alien civilisation? The question may sound appalling to some, foolish and silly to many. But consider the way Sri Krishna’s birth and times are described in the puranas, especially Srimad Bhagawatham. Krishna was not born to human beings. Devaki and...

Srimad Bhagavatam Mahatmyam, Chapter 3 Sloka 54: Sri Sootha said: When Sri Krishna decided to leave the earth for his abode, the Lord gave a philosophical discourse enshrined in Volume 11 (Ekadasa Skandam) of Srimad Bhagavatam to this favourite and ardent disciple...

Selflessness is to value more with the needs and wishes of others than one’s own. Being selfless helps us identify and connect with others that itself is rewarding. It helps crush our egos because we are not acting out of pride or for a desire to be recognized. Selflessness helps us act from our heart and soul instead of our ego, tapping into our true desired emotions.

Keeping good company is as important as life. It enhances the quality of life, thinking and the soul’s quest for Atma Nirvana. Keeping good company has many virtues. The Puranas often speak of the benefits that one can derive through Satsang. It can transform your...

Sometimes you feel chaotic within. There isn’t really a reason. Not necessarily that your life or some aspect is troublesome. Sometimes one goes through chaos – which seems to be an existential chaos. It’s a seeker’s restlessness, a seeker’s thirst, a seeker’s...