The modes of material nature are called as triguna. Krishna enlightens Arjuna about this in detail in Chapter 14 of Bhagavad Gita. The three modes acts on all of us and impels us to act differently in our physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual behaviour. Satvik or Mode of Goodness: When one acts in peace, serenity, harmony and knowledge, […]
How our rich Vedic Indian history was discarded and how Vedic scriptures have answers for everything?
Well, the basis of Indian society was Vedic until the time Mughal invaders came to India around the 13th century. And then also, the Vedic base was followed until Britishers came to India by the late 18th century. This is very well described in the book “Pride of India: A Glimpse Into India’s Scientific Heritage.” […]
The difference between humans and animals? What makes humans special?
A verse from Mahabharata describes the intricate details on what makes this human birth special. This means that there are four things that are common between human and animals. They are: Eating Sleeping Defending Mating Both human and animals eat, sleep, defend and mate (reproduce). Just that humans do it in a more sophisticated way. […]
The chase for happiness
Happiness is very elusive – Different people have a different interpretation of what true happiness is! For some, happiness is new gadgets, for some, it is relationships while some have a penchant for food and similarly, the list goes on. I won’t sound preachy with all that kind of motivational stuff because this is not […]
The secret to winning in the spiritual path
Losing! Yes, Rasika Acharyas say again and again that losing is the secret to winning in the spiritual path. In other worldly activities, we are taught to get the first position and win it all. But in the spiritual path, once a sincere seeker becomes a kid and humbly accepts their loss internally, then that […]