Articles related to "Ashrams"
In Sai Baba's Ashram
Sri Sathya Sai Baba is one of India's most popular gurus, and one of the most controversial. Devotees from around the world visit his ashram in Puttaparthi.
• sri sathya sai baba
• sai baba's ashram
• famous gurus
• india's most popular gurus
• visiting ashrams in india
The Four Ashrams or Life Stages
The human life span is divided into four ashrams. These are Brahmacharya, Grahasta, Vanaprastha and Sanyasa. The Vedas define a specific purpose for each ashram.
• vedic philosophy
• vedas
• hinduism
• ashrams
• brahmacharya
Visiting Ashrams In India
More and more Westerners come to India wanting to see a guru. But how do you choose from the many Indian gurus, and what should you know before visiting an ashram?
• indian gurus
• visiting an ashram
• ashrams in india
• famous gurus
• darshan
Yoga Center of India
Rishikesh is the first settlement the holy Ganges River passes; a city secluded from the mayhem of modern India. The perfect setting for those seeking a spiritual path
• india
• yoga
• rishikesh
• ganges
• ashrams
The Yajur and Sama Vedas
The Riga Veda is sublime and spiritual, whereas the Yajur and Sama Vedas and the Brahmanas of all four Vedas are ritualistic and mundane.
• yajur
• sama
• riga
• vedas
• brahmanas
The Penance of Dhruv
Slighted by his stepmother, Dhruv undertakes severe penance and is blessed by Vishnu to occupy the position of the Pole Star.
• swayambhav manu
• uttanapada
• priyavrata
• suniti
• suruchi
Glossary A to B
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with A to B.
• adhisima krishnaagni
• aranyakas
• angiras
• arjun
• aryans
Glossary Q to S
Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with Q to S.
• radha
• riga veda
• vedas
• sama veda
• samhitas
Priyavrata’s Dilemma
Priyavrata wanted to spend his life in worship. Manu wanted him to become king. Brahma then explained the concept of Varnashram to the reluctant prince.
• swayambhav manu
• uttanapada
• priyavrata
• narada
• brahma
The Descendants of Priyavrata
Priyavrata divides his kingdom among his sons. The eldest son, Agnidhra, marries the apsara, Purvachitti, to further his dynasty.
• priyavrata
• barhismati
• kavi
• mahavira
• savana