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When does Kundalini know when to rise?

Kundalini, the coiled serpent energy at the base of the spine, holds immense potential for spiritual transformation. Yet, questions linger: When does it "rise"? Can we trigger or control its…

X February 22, 2024

Spirituality

Exploring Tantra in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Shaivism

Tantra, often shrouded in mystery and sensationalized portrayals, holds a profound and multifaceted spiritual essence within Hinduism, Buddhism, and Shaivism. Beyond the misconceptions, lies a treasure trove of practices and…

X February 20, 2024

Spirituality

From Stupas to Shrines: A Complex History of Buddhist-Hindu Site Overlapping

The history of India is interwoven with diverse religious threads, where Buddhism and Hinduism have coexisted for centuries. Yet, this coexistence hasn't always been smooth, marked by periods of tension…

X January 24, 2024

Spirituality

Echoes of Ajivika: Demystifying the Decline of an Ancient Indian Philosophy

In the vibrant tapestry of ancient Indian thought, nestled between the towering figures of Buddhism and Jainism, lies the intriguing but largely forgotten story of Ajivika. Once a prominent philosophy…

X December 21, 2023

Spirituality

Beyond Soul: Demystifying Rebirth in Buddhism

The relationship between Buddhism's concept of rebirth and its rejection of a permanent soul (atman) can seem paradoxical. How can something be reborn if there's no enduring essence? Understanding this…

X December 21, 2023

Spirituality

Navigating the Tapestry of Perceptions: Transcendental Meditation in the Eyes of Hindus and Buddhists

The Transcendental Meditation (TM) movement, founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, has woven itself into the fabric of contemporary spirituality, particularly in the West. But within the rich tapestry of Hinduism…

X December 20, 2023