Sadhana
The Adiveda Weekly #78
Hari Aum Sadhakas,
In this week's blog, we delve into the profound realm of "sadhana," exploring its significance and practical application for those seeking spiritual progression. Addressing a common query about what exactly sadhana entails and how to approach it, our discussion aims to dispel uncertainties surrounding this transformative practice. We unravel the essence of sadhana as an activity fostering a connection with the divine and delve into the discipline it demands. Drawing insights from traditional wisdom, we explore three types of sadhanas likened to the behaviors of a monkey, bird, and ant, emphasizing the importance of steadfastness on the spiritual journey. Join us as we unfold the wisdom behind yogic practices such as asanas, pranayama, mantra chanting, and meditation, providing practical guidance for integrating these transformative elements into daily life. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious seeker, this blog offers valuable insights and practical tips for enhancing your spiritual well-being.
-Adiveda Team
The full blog for this week:
The Sanatana Dharma
Any type of activity that can enable the materialistic-minded person to evolve towards the divine can be called sadhana. This is very similar to yoga, which again is any activity that allows you to contact or join with the divine. Yoga is a far more fluid thing and can apply to all types of activities, but sadhana refers to certain specific activities that are practiced on a daily basis, keeping regular times. It entails a lot of discipline but is something that has to be done by anyone who wants to make the change in their lifestyle from material to divine.
Reflection of the Week
We should first of all understand the nature of our own selves. We are a combination of the body, mind, and intellect. All these three have definite characteristics, and each one will demand that its needs must be met with. Of these, the grossest is the body. It is a great mistake to disregard it, as most sadhaks do in their zeal to reach the higher realms of life. In a burst of enthusiasm, most sadhaks go on a rigorous program of fasting in order to control the body. A reasonable amount of fasting is most necessary for our sadhana, but by fasting alone, we will not be able to control the body. The body is a receptacle for the divinity within and has to be kept in a very good state of health so as to allow the light to shine through. It should not be tortured in any way.
Ayurvedic health tip of the week
Sarvaa Dharmeshu Madhyamaam
Choose always the middle path. Avoid going for extremes in anything
Mantra of the Week
Important dates this week
Saphala Ekadashi on Sunday, January 7, 2024
Books by Mataji:
Hindu Way of Life Volume 1 & 2
We started the Adiveda newsletter to expand further on the teachings written in the The Hindu Way of life Volume 1 and Volume 2. These books shed light given to us by our great rishis was the only way by which we could help all people to free themselves from the burden of a stress-filled life. These wonderful books are available for purchase and can be delivered worldwide.
If you are interested in purchasing copies of any of Mataji’s books, please email: Vanamaliashram@gmail.com
Announcements
Vanamali Mataji in Egypt
In October 2023, Vanamali Mataji was invited by the Ananda College in California, USA to join a tour to Egypt.
Spanning over the course of eleven days, Vanamali Mataji has visited various places and temples along the Nile. She is sharing Her experiences in a series of 14 videos. Videos will release every Wednesday.
If you have missed the first video, you can watch it in full on YouTube or see a snippet on Vanamali Mataji’s Instagram @vanamalikrishna.
We hope you enjoy experiencing Egypt through the eyes of Vanamali Mataji.
Bhagavad Gita Discourse
Vanamali Mataji’s long-awaited Bhagavad Gita Discourse is now available as an online offering. She takes us on a journey of understanding this guidebook and how it can help us live a life in harmony amidst all the battles we are fighting on a daily basis.
Have you ever wondered why Krishna and Arjuna are having an exchange on a battlefield? Or why their exchange is called a “Song Celestial”? Or what its significance is? What is Jnana Yoga? Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga? How can we be better humans when life seems to throw us a curveball? Join Vanamali Mataji as She gives answers to all these questions by introducing the most generous gift to humanity - the Bhagavad Gita.
For anyone interested in receiving the recordings on a weekly basis, please contact vanamalibhagavadgita@gmail.com
The sessions were professionally recorded and are made available on a donation basis. However much the contribution, it serves to honor the efforts of filming.
Click here for the Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita on YouTube!
Where to connect with Mataji
Mataji will host Live Question and Answer on her Instagram page
…. EVERY Sunday at 11am IST!
Vanamali Matajis Youtube
At your service,
The Adiveda Team