HINDU SAMSKARAS
The Adiveda Weekly #100
Hari Aum Dear Sadhakas,
Samskaras, deeply rooted in the ancient Vedic tradition, form a sacred series of rituals that mark significant stages of an individual's life journey. Samskaras guide the human being through the transitions of his life from birth to death and infuse these transitions with spirituality.
Let's delve deeper into this profound and intricate series of Hindu samskaras, exploring their rituals, meanings, and enduring relevance in the contemporary world. Share this with someone who would be interested.
-Adiveda Team
The full blog for this week:
Question Of The Week
Q - What is self awareness?
A - Self-awareness is the conscious knowledge and understanding of oneself, including one's thoughts, feelings, beliefs, motivations, strengths, weaknesses, and identity. It involves the ability to introspectively examine one's own thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with clarity and objectivity.
Do send us your questions via the comment section or through live interaction with Vanamali Mataji on Instagram.
The Hindu Way of Life
"Satyam," one of the foundational pillars of Dharma in Vedic philosophy, encapsulates the principle of truthfulness and integrity. It embodies the concept of adhering to truth in thought, speech, and action. Satyam teaches that truth is not merely a verbal expression but a fundamental aspect of existence, intrinsically linked to moral and ethical conduct.
Reflection of the Week
In the journey of spiritual growth, the notion that defeat holds equal significance to success is deeply ingrained. While success may bring validation and progress, it's through experiencing defeat that individuals often find profound lessons, humility, and opportunities for inner transformation.
Ayurvedic health tip of the week
Gastroenterology Red Flags
As you understand your symptoms, it is important to differentiate potential red flag symptoms from those that are not as urgent. With respect to your gastrointestinal system, some things to take note of are blood in your stools as well as dark/black/tarry stools, unintentional weight loss, or food getting stuck/pain on swallowing. If you find you are experiencing such symptoms, please reach out urgently to your doctor for the appropriate workup and to rule out any serious conditions.
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.
Mantra of the Week
ॐ असतो मा सद्गमय। तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय । मृत्योर्मामृतं गमय ॥
Om Asato Maa Sad-Gamaya |
Tamaso Maa Jyotir-Gamaya |
Mrtyor-Maa Amrtam Gamaya |
From the unreal, lead us to the real. From darkness to light and from death to immortality.
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
The knowledge of the Rishis and how it relates to us
This excerpt from Day 7 of the Vanamali Bhagavad Gita Discourse, Vanamali Mataji talks about the universal knowledge of the Rishis and their understanding of our interconnectedness. Why is it important to think good thoughts and how we treat one another?
Click here to watch the video on Vanamali Mataji’s YouTube channel.
If you would like to learn more about the Bhagavad Gita and join Vanamali Mataji’s Online Discourse, please contact vanamalibhagavadgita@gmail.com. The Discourse is shared on donation basis and recordings are sent weekly. Every week, one chapter is addressed.
To deepen the teachings of the Discourse, Vanamali Mataji recommends reading along Vanamali’s “Srimad Bhagavad Gita” and commentary “Nitya Yoga”. If you would like to purchase a copy, please contact vanamali2@gmail.com. Books ship internationally.
Understanding with Vanamali Mataji
Annaprashana is the one of the rituals in Hinduism that marks the first feeding of a baby with boiled rice. Vanamali Mataji recently conducted this ritual with a baby who had just turned six months. Watch this video and be a part of this annaprashana and be delighted by this wonderful ritual.
Pilgrimage with Vanamali Mataji
In March 2024, Vanamali Mataji traveled to the state of Maharashtra and made wonderful experiences visiting both ancient and modern temples around Mahabaleshwar. In this episode of the Mahabaleshwar series, Vanamali Mataji is visiting the Swayambhu Mandir. This ancient mandir was discovered by the Pandavas over 5000 years ago and probably existed even long before that. We hope you enjoy visiting the temple with Vanamali Mataji.
How to connect with Mataji & Trusted Contacts
Instagram: VANAMALIKRISHNA
EVERY Sunday at 11am 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
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At your service,
The Adiveda Team