The Five Debts
The Adiveda Weekly #69
Hari Aum Sadhakas,
In this week's enlightening blog, we delve into the profound teachings of Hinduism, exploring the intricate concept of karma that shapes the very essence of our existence. The intricate interplay between our past actions and their far-reaching consequences is vividly portrayed, illuminating the eternal cycle of birth and rebirth. We unravel the essence of human birth, intricately intertwined with the principles of dharma, righteousness, and divine debt. At its core, this blog explores the sacred duties encapsulated in the Pancha Maha Yajnas – Rishi Yajna, Deva Yajna, Pitru Yajna, Bhuta Yajna, and Manushya Yajna – each embodying a profound reverence for life in all its forms and a deep gratitude for the elements of nature. Through these timeless practices, we find a harmonious balance between our actions and their repercussions, reminding us of our eternal connection with the cosmos. Join us on this spiritual journey, as we navigate the intricate web of karma and unravel the wisdom that guides us toward compassion, gratitude, and enlightenment.
Hari aum tat sat!
-Adiveda Team
The full blog for this week:
The Sanatana Dharma
The Sanatana Dharma gives the four-fold way of life known as ashramas. These are Brahmacharya, or the life of a student; grahastha, or the life of a householder; vanaprastha, or the life of a recluse; and finally, sannyasa, or the life of a monk. All religions tend to eulogize sannyāsa, the life of total renunciation and dedication to God, as being the best. However, the Hindu scriptures and the Bhagavad Gita, in particular, have boldly declared that the gṛhastha, or householder, is the pivot of the whole society since the members of all the other three ashramas depend upon him for their sustenance.
Reflection of the Week
Five types of yajnas must be performed every day to atone for the sins committed in the course of daily activities. There is no need for any elaborate arrangements to perform these yajnas. If you carry out the behests of your parents, meditate on the deities, offer food to the animals in the house or outside, or at least give alms to a beggar, you can propitiate the divine and redeem your life. You would do well to remember that there is no greater gift than the gift of food to the hungry; there are no greater gods than one's parents; there is no higher dharma than compassion; no more profitable acquisition than the company of the good; no worse enemy than anger; no worse disease than debt; no worse death than infamy; no higher merit than remembering the Lord. It is futile to expect that merely by reciting a few mantras one can atone for one's sins. Only through right action can expiation take place. Without a clean heart, all worship is useless. Without spiritual purity, religious observances are valueless. How can you have pure food if the cooking utensils are unclean? People indulge in high-sounding talk about spiritual matters, but without application in practice, such talk has no meaning.
Ayurvedic health tip of the week
Habits are the foundation to ones health. If you don’t have good habits or if your habits are unsupportive to your health, you are creating a poor foundation for your health. Take some time today to reflect about the things you do regularly - are they health-supportive or health-destructive?
By Dr. Poorna Menon, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Mantra of the Week
Important dates this week
Valmiki Jayanti on Saturday, October 28, 2023
Meerabai Jayanti on Saturday, October 28, 2023
Sarad Poornima on Saturday, October 28, 2023
Karva Chauth on Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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, please email: averma561@gmail.com
Announcements
Exciting News!!
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
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If you would like to acquire the “Srimad Bhagavad Gita” and Vanamali’s commentary “Nitya Yoga”, please contact Surabhi via WhatsApp: +91 99 900440 50. Books ship internationally.
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!
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At your service,
The Adiveda Team