Summary of Zoroastrianism (Parsi)   God view Zoroastrianism is centered on Ahura Mazda, the supreme deity who...

Summary of Jainism   God view In Jainism, the concept of God differs from many other religions. Jainism does ...

Summary of Buddhism   God view Buddhism does not have a creator God or supreme being who controls the univers...

Although "Hinduism" is a word given to us by outsiders and our system is not exactly a religion, for the sake of co...

Summary of Islam God view In Islam, God (Allah) is viewed as the one and only deity, supreme and transcendent...

Summary of Christanity God view God is one eternal being who exists in three persons: the Father, the Son (Je...

In the classical study of shastras, there is a concept of 'Anubandha Chatushtaya".  Anubandha Chatushtaya is a fram...

A very famous stotra by Adi Shankaracharya expounding the Advaitha Philosophy. This stotra establishes the true...

  For English meaning please turn on Subtitles. Lyrics in English & Tamil  In Srimad Bhagavatam sage Markande...

Karthika masa Mahatmya  Among all the months Karthika masa is considered special according to many puranas. एकतः स...

Ashwayuja Mahatmya The month of Ashwayuja is also called Ashvina Masa or Nabhasya Masa. The major Vrata in this mon...

The month of Bhadrapada is also called Nabha Masa. It begins with vratas associated with the eternal love between s...

In the month of Shravana, several austerities, vratas, and festivals are observed for various purposes. Here are so...

Astrologically, the positioning of celestial bodies during Ashadha is said to be unfavourable for initiating new en...

Jyeshtha is the month of transition from uttarayana to dakshinayana. It is the peak of Grishma Ritu.  Jyeshtha Shuk...

  In the modern world we are surrounded by a subtle pressure of doing "Acts of kindness" as charity.  We are cons...

BhaktiSharanagati means to take refuge in the higher forces and surrender to the divine will in every aspect of lif...

Kitchen is generally understood as a place where food is cooked. It is a place where all the utensils, equipments, ...

शाकं तु यद्वल्लवणेन हीनं न रोचते सर्वगुणोपपन्नम् ।। २७ ।।वैशाखहीनं तु तथैव पुण्यं न साधुसेव्यं न फलाप्तिहेतुः ।। Va...

Mandalas are an ancient companion to Indian women.  Prangana Mandala Here is a mandala made in front of a home, it ...

Here is a simple method to perform Durga Pooja at home. You can convert the lipi of the shlokas to the language of ...

After knowing the grand design when we revisit our individual existence, we see that the cosmic blue print repeats ...

The grand picture is like that of a river flowing with a great force from high grounds to low grounds, branching in...

The concept of karma is presented very differently by various schools of philosophy. If karma is taken as the dynam...

Rebirth is an idea of continuity of life. With metaphysical residue as the fuel to continue life, a suitable form...

Death occurs to the physical body The very causes for body’s existence has the seeds for its own destruction. Adep...

Heightened awareness of the Awakened leads to impartial view of everything Balance and composure are the flow of t...

Individual existence is the domain of Body and mind primarily Wake, sleep and dream states Entering the fourth st...

Moksha is the ultimate goal of spiritual evolution, involving the dissolution of duality and realizing one's true ...

Desires are a part of our journey towards spiritual growth. As we evolve, our focus shifts from material level to ...

Regardless of our personal spiritual beliefs, we should treat others with respect and not to judge their paths. Ju...

God is a cosmic principle that is impossible to be described in its entirety using words; however for the sake of having a reference, it is expressed as the unchanging, permanent, highest reality and the eternal origin of all existence - The Source. 

Sri Abhinava Vidyatirtha Mahaswamiji, the 35th Shankaracharya of the Sringeri Sharada Peetham, was a beacon of spiritual wisdom and a profound scholar of Advaita Vedanta. His life was a testimony to deep meditation, unwavering devotion, and the embodiment of dharma. Renowned for his serene demeanor and mastery over the scriptures, he guided countless disciples on the path of self-realization. Mahaswamiji's teachings emphasized the importance of inner purity, self-discipline, and unwavering faith in the Guru's guidance. His life and teachings continue to inspire seekers of truth to live a life rooted in spiritual values and to strive for the ultimate goal of moksha (liberation).

Life and spiritual teachings of Sri Chandrashekhara Bharati Mahaswamiji.

Lived a simple life without worldly desires despite his prestigious position. Had the ability to convert non-believers into believers with a mere glance. Mastered Vedanta and other Shastras, displaying profound scholarship. Achieved videha mukti by entering the Tunga river in 1954, with his body found in a meditative posture.

आचार्य-परम्परा ācārya-paramparā All Gurus list Guru: Sri Nrisimha Bharati VIII Guru: Sri Sacchidananda Shivabhinav...