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Pratipaksha Bhavana

Man is expected to renounce the craving for wealth, not wealth itself. This becomes possible when his intellect aims for a higher ideal. It helps him control and eventually overcome his mind’s cravings while remaining content with the wealth he…

Invocation

Self-sufficiency is an indicator of spiritual development in human beings. 100% development signifies an Enlightened master like Adi Shankaracharya. Adi Shankaracharya is regarded as an Avatara of Lord Shiva. He led his life as a sannyāsī (renunciate) and taught advaita,…

Seek the Self

An old man was memorizing Sanskrit grammar rules and formulas written by Maharishi Panini. The master, who was passing by, compassionately told him that devotedly reciting the Lord’s name would be his saviour in life, not grammar rules. The message…

Vedanta Treatise: The Eternities

You should understand the rules of the game before entering the playground. A lack of knowledge can lead to injuries, a loss of enthusiasm for playing, and eventual defeat. Similarly, in the arena of the world, you have no choice…

Atmabodha

Goals in life vary from person to person, but the ultimate goal for everyone is the same: achieving unbroken bliss. Vedanta highlights this Akhanda-Ananda as your true nature. The desire for pleasure drives you to seek it externally. This endless…

Essenceless World

Dreamworld feels real as long as you experience it. Its true nature is revealed when you wake up. Similarly, Vedanta states that the true nature of this world is that it is without essence, born of imagination, like a dream.…