I often meet groups of students in our temple and I am asked how I became a priest. They want to hear if I was ordained. In Hinduism we do not use the word ordination. The dictionary defines ordination as … Continue reading
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Hari is a name of Vishnu and, if you have not already guessed, nama means name. In fact the English word “name” comes from “nama.” According to Vaishnava theology the name of God is most sacred. This is also true … Continue reading
Asceticism is the most powerful force in the world. Well almost. There is one force more powerful. It is called maya. There is a famous poet in India named Kali Dasa and his most well known poem is called Shakuntala. … Continue reading
If you are a faithful member of a religious organization, you live in a box. If you are a serving member of the military, you live in a box. If you are an active member of a political party, you … Continue reading