Hindu Philosophy—Part 16
The Soul—A Distinct Individual Entity according to Vishishtadvaita
The soul is a higher Prakara of God than matter, because it is a conscious entity. It is of the essence of God. According to Ramanuja, God, soul and...
What is Brahman according to Vishishtadvaita?
Hindu Philosophy-Part 15
According to Ramanuja, whatever is, is Brahman; but, Brahman is not of a homogeneous nature. It contains within Itself elements of plurality on account of which It truly manifests Itself in...
Hindu Philosophy—Part 14
The Visishtadvaita System—The Story of Its Evolution
The Visishtadvaita system is an ancient one. It was originally expounded by Bodhayana in his Vritti, written about 400 B.C. It is the same as that is expounded by Ramanuja. Ramanuja...
Hindu Philosophy—Part 13
Introduction to Visishtadvaita Philosophy of Sri Ramanujaachaarya
The Visishtadvaita is so called because it inculcates the Advaita or oneness of God, with Visesha or attributes. It is, therefore, qualified monism. God alone exists. All else that...
Jnana Yoga—The Path of Spiritual Insight
Jnana Yoga is the path of knowledge. Moksha is attained through Knowledge of Brahman. Release is achieved through realisation of the identity of the individual soul with the Supreme Soul or Brahman. The cause...
Sri Hanumaan Chalisaa
Famous yogi, Saint Goswami Tulsidas, composed Hanuman Chalisa in the 16th century. This timeless ode (devotional hymn) was written about Lord Hanuman and his one-pointed servitude to Lord Ram. Lord Hanuman is considered the embodiment of...
SRI RAMA: THE SUPREME EXEMPLAR OF APPLIED RELIGION
On this blessed occasion of Sri Raamnavami, let us imbibe in the ideal, the glory and ever living truth that Lord Sri Raam is to the universe. As a Sanatanee Hindu let...
VASANT-CHAITRA-RAAM NAVARAATRI
Our Hindu community commences Navaraatri today. This Navaraatri is unique in many ways. It is known by three main names—Vasant, Chaitra and Raam Navaraatri. Each name captures a legend, a historical event, a devotional moment and an opportunity...
The Visishtadvaita Philosophy of Sri Ramanuja Part 1/3
The Visishtadvaita is so called because it inculcates the Advaita or oneness of God, with Visesha or attributes. It is, therefore, qualified monism. God alone exists. All else that is seen are...
The Facts of Indian and Hindu History
India is the most tolerant country in the world. She has a very expansive heart. She includes all nations in the embrace of her love.
The Western nations are the descendants of the original...
