Maya - The world of Quantum Physics Part 1
The Adiveda Weekly #83
Hari Aum Dear Sadhakas,
This week we start a series on “Maya”, the illusion and the shift in perception of Hinduism and its concepts of maya and atman due to the discoveries of quantum physics in the 20th century. It highlights how, at the quantum level, matter is energy in motion and indivisible, and how everything in the universe is interconnected through energy. Finally, we discusses the zero-point field, or chitta, and how everything in the universe is in touch with it.
So let's deep dive into this interesting topic.
~Adiveda Team
The full blog for this week:
The Sanatana Dharma
The Bhagavad Gita as well as all the Hindu scriptures have always declared that what binds us to wheel of samsara (transmigrational world) are the three mental conditionings known as desa, kaala and nimitta, - space, time and causality and that these are purely mental bonds which we have created ourselves!
Reflection of the Week
"The best role for the devotee is that of being the perfect instrument" means that the ideal way for a devotee or a spiritual seeker to live their life is by becoming a perfect instrument of the divine. This means surrendering oneself completely to the will of God or the universe and allowing oneself to be led by a higher power.
By becoming a perfect instrument, the devotee opens themselves up to the guidance and blessings of the divine. The best way to achieve this state is through consistent spiritual practice, such as yoga, meditation, prayer, and self-reflection.
Vedic Jyotish Tip of the week
We are happy to introduce our Vedic astrologer Amit Kumar. Going forward, he will be sharing weekly updates on astrology. Read his first update below.
This week starts with focus on getting the documentation right along with putting in more efforts and time to achieve succes at workplace. Being more practical, disciplined and adopting a more strategic approach in communication and thinking is going to be the flavour of week.
Emotionally it may be roller coaster ride for some people, going from a good mood to being depressed. It is advisable to take the spiritual route by doing yoga, meditation, listening to mantras or reading scriptures to calm down your mind.
To receive your personal reading you can contact Amit on WhatsApp - (+91) 954-841-1670
Ayurvedic health tip of the week
Having an ironclad routine! Regardless of whether you are an adult, child, male, female, gender non-binary - if you are prone to stress and anxiety, creating an ironclad routine, which you follow daily, will help you in regulating your nervous system and soothing your stress response. Following your routine at around the same time everyday is an added benefit as your body and subconscious mind love predictability. A routine provides an anchor into which your mind and body can ground. Some good habits to include into your routine include yoga, pranayama, and meditation, as well as a self-administered oil massage ahead of your bath.
Our trusted Naturopath is: Dr. Poorna Menon, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Mantra of the Week
Important dates this week
✓ Shattila Ekadashi - Tuesday February 6, 2024
✓ Mauni Amavasya - Friday February 9, 2024
Books by Mataji:
The Science Called Hinduism is an effort to find the missing link between Hinduism and modern day science as embodied by our ancients seers and rishis. This book goes into various concepts of Hinduism and how it ties up with modern day science with logical explanation of philosophy and sutras of Hinduism. This wonderful book is available for purchase and can be delivered worldwide.
If you are interested in purchasing copies of any of Mataji’s books, please email: vanamali2@gmail.com
Announcements
Video series of Vanamali Mataji in Egypt
Vanamali Mataji visited various sacred places and temples along the Nile in October, 2023 as part of a group hosted by the Ananda College, California, USA and is inviting us in on Her experiences.
Videos are released every Wednesday to Vanamali Mataji’s YouTube channel.
Click here to watch the Egypt Series
We hope you enjoy experiencing Egypt through the eyes of Vanamali Mataji.
Bhagavad Gita Discourse
The Song Celestial - Bhagavad Gita Discourse
Vanamali Mataji’s two offerings to understand and love the Bhagavad Gita
Since January 17th, 2024, Vanamali Mataji has been hosting Her Bhagavad Gita Discourse at Vanamali Ashram in Rishikesh. Sessions are from 11am-12/12:30pm IST and streamed via Instagram Live.
For those who are interested in starting sooner or are unable to join the January Discourse, the Discourse in December 2022 was professionally recorded and is made available on donation basis. The recordings are shared weekly and address one chapter every week. For anyone interested in receiving the recordings, please contact vanamalibhagavadgita@gmail.com. The Introduction is available in full on YouTube (see link below).
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 acquire a copy, please contact vanamali2@gmail.com. Books ship internationally.
Click here for the Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita on YouTube!
How to connect with Mataji & Trusted Contacts
Instagram: @VANAMALIKRISHNA
EVERY Sunday Mataji will host Live Question and Answer on her Instagram page at 11am IST!
YouTube: Vanamali Mataji’s Youtube
To purchase our books: Vanamali2@gmail.com
For Adiveda Retreats & Classes: Adiveda Website | (+91) 816-991-5870
Anyone interested in having an authentic Vedic astrology reading, please contact our Adiveda Vedic Astrologer: Amit (+91) 954-841-1670
At your service,
The Adiveda Team