Hari Aum Sadhakas,
The sacred river Maa Ganga is not just a river, it is a divine journey, a legend, and a lifeline of Sanatana Dharma. Among the many tales associated with her, the story of her descent to earth is one of the most powerful and spiritually inspiring. From the determined tapasya of Bhagirata to the compassionate act of Lord Shiva, the narrative weaves together devotion, destiny, and liberation. This blog takes you to Ganga Sagar, the holy confluence where Ganga meets the ocean, considered as sanctified as her origin at Gaumukh.IN this blog we take you through this serene pilgrimage, where mythology meets geography, and the river’s journey mirrors our own. A journey from source to surrender which is pure, relentless, and divinely transformative.
-Adiveda Team
Newsletter Contents - This newsletter contains the following sections in given order:
#1 - Weekly Blog, #2 - Question of the Week, #3 - The Hindu way of Life,
#4 - Reflection of the Week, #5 - Mantra of the Week, #6 - Imp Dates of the week,
#7 - Books by Vanamali Mataji, #8 - Satsang by Vanamali Mataji, #9 - Understanding with Mataji, #10 - Learning with Mataji,
#11 - Weekly Astro Guide, #12 - Ayurvedic Tips, #13 - Yogic Living, #14 - Prenatal Yoga, #15 - Contacts
Weekly Blog
Question Of The Week
Q - What is the importance of a spiritual master?
A - A spiritual master is a guiding light who helps dispel the darkness of ignorance and ego. They transmit wisdom not just through words but by embodying truth, discipline, and compassion. In Sanatana Dharma, the Guru is considered even higher than God, for it is through the Guru that one realizes the Divine. Their presence transforms inner confusion into clarity and leads the soul toward liberation.
Do send us your questions via the comment section or through live interaction with Vanamali Mataji on Instagram.
The Hindu Way of Life
“Ko aham? - Who am I?” “Soham? - I am That?”
According to the Upanishads, you are not the body, mind, or senses, but the eternal, unchanging Self - the Ātman. This Self is pure consciousness, beyond birth and death, and identical with Brahman, the Supreme Reality. Realizing this truth is the essence of liberation (moksha).
Reflection of the Week
A basic rule of life is to love without expectations, for true love is selfless and unconditional. When we expect something in return, love becomes a transaction, leading to disappointment. But when we love freely, we connect with the divine essence in others and experience deep inner peace. Such love is liberating, not binding.
Mantra of the Week
ॐ शुद्धि दाता गंगा माता नमो नमः
Om Shuddhi Daata Ganga Mata Namo Namah
The Ganga is the greatest of all purifiers, and therefore we bow to her and ask her to purify us
Important Dates This Week
✓ Vat Purnima Vrat - Tuesday June 10, 2025
✓ Jyestha Purnima - Wednesday June 11, 2025
Books by Vanamali Mataji:
Hindu Festivals of Bharat
This book goes beyond the celebrations and brings out the esoteric meanings behind festivals and makes us realise how scientific out culture is.
This book is available for purchase and can be delivered worldwide. If you are interested in purchasing copies of any of Vanamali’s books, please contact vanamali2@gmail.com.
Also available as audio book are Sri Rama Lila and Sri Hanuman Lila. Narrated by Vanamali Mataji, listen to them on Spotify or JioSaavn.
Vanamali Mataji in Satsang
In Her Bhagavad Gita Discourse, Vanamali Mataji shares beautiful insights from every chapter. She allows our minds to understand this ever relevant guidebook and thus helps us to navigate our own daily battles. The introduction video is available in full on YouTube and gives the background information of Shri Bhagwad Gita.
The entire Discourse, shared chapter by chapter, was professionally recorded and is made available on a donation basis. For those interested in receiving the recordings on a weekly basis, please contact vanamalibhagavadgita@gmail.com.
To follow along the Discourse, Vanamali Mataji recommends reading Vanamali’s “Srimad Bhagavad Gita”, as well as the commentary “Nitya Yoga”. If you would like to purchase a copy, please contact vanamali2@gmail.com. Books ship internationally.
Understanding with Vanamali Mataji
Vanamali Mataji has a series of talks on the Uddhava Gita . Lets uncover the secrets of Uddhava Gita which emphasizes the importance of detachment, devotion, and self-realization, guiding individuals on their spiritual journey towards enlightenment and ultimate union with the divine. These talks are available both on Instagram and Youtube.
Learning with Vanamali Mataji
Vanamali Mataji Spiritual Talks
Weekly Astrology Guide -
To receive your personal reading, contact Amit on WhatsApp - (+91) 954-841-1670 .
Ayurvedic Health Tip of the Week - Toxic Environmental Exposures
It doesn't matter how many supplements or herbs you take if the food you eat, the water you drink, and the air you breathe is constantly toxic/polluted. Many city-dwellers may find that their food, water, and air sources are not ideal for the mainenance of longterm human health due to their exposure to pollution, heavy metals, and other toxins. If it is affordable and accessible for you, choose to drink filtered watered, eat organic, traditional foods, and live as close to Nature as you can (or instal an air filter at home). These small changes can create large effects over time in improving your health, which no amount of supplements and herbs would otherwise be able to address.
Our trusted Naturopath is: Dr. Poorna Menon, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Disclaimer: Please note this is not medical advice - please follow the advice of your practitioner before you make any changes that could impact your health.
Yogic Living - Sacred Breath Challenge!
Regular practice of Asana & Pranayama is a must for any sadhaka on the path of yoga. Even at the age of 85 Vanamali Mataji practices Surya Namaskar, Yoga Asanas & Pranayama everyday without fail. The "Surya Namaskar Challenge" is a 12 day introductory course offered by Hub of Yoga in which you will learn the sequence step by step, practice with correct breathing and invocation of mantras, and gradually build up to 12 full rounds by the final day. The Program started from Monday, 27th January 2025! and available to all yoga Sadhakas on donation basis, sign up here "Surya Namaskar Challenge"
Joining prenatal yoga classes is a wonderful way to enhance physical well-being, reduce stress, and prepare the body for childbirth. These classes offer emotional support, improve flexibility, and promote relaxation, fostering a stronger mind-body connection during pregnancy. Contact for more details - (+91) 832-796-6554
How to connect with Mataji & Trusted Contacts
Instagram: VANAMALIKRISHNA
EVERY Sunday at 1 pm IST Mataji will host a live Q&A on Her Instagram page!
YouTube: Vanamali Mataji’s Youtube
To purchase Vanamali’s Books: vanamali2@gmail.com
For Adiveda Retreats & Classes: Adiveda Website | (+91) 816-991-5870
For an authentic astrology reading with our Adiveda Vedic Astrologer Amit, please contact: (+91) 954-841-1670
At your service,
The Adiveda Team