Sanatan Vedic Spirituality

 Rise of Religion in India    Religion has acted both as a great friend and also as the greatest enemy of humanity since ancient times. As a friend, it has helped in the development of great architecture. Great people like Swami Vivekananda, Jesus Christ, Adi Shankaracharya, and Vidyaranya have emerged from religious backgrounds. Religion has produced men who were great lovers of their country and who sacrificed their lives for it. Great saints and thinkers have promoted moral values and made significant scientific discoveries. But the same religion has also preached religious extremism, which has led to violence and has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people throughout history, whether through the Islamic Crusades wars, or Hindu-Muslim conflicts in India. This religion has promoted superstition and terrorism too. I have previously written about religion and spirituality on my blog; you can read it here.     Although spirituality and youth may appe...

Menstruation in Sanatan Dharma  Menstruation, a natural biological process experienced by women, has been clouded by myths and taboos across cultures and religions. However, within the rich tapestry of Sanatan Dharma, there exists a nuanced perspective that encourages understanding and reverence for this natural phenomenon. It's imperative to peel away the layers of misconception and delve into the essence of Sanatan Dharma's teachings to grasp a deeper understanding of menstruation and its significance. since menstruation is one thing which is unique to women, men have made a big fetish about it and woven all sorts of superstitious nonsense around it.   I would request reader to read full blog to understand concepts clearly.   So, pseudo-feminists and Westerners might have told you that Indian tradition does not allow women to cook food or worship during their periods because they are considered "impure." But they will never tell you that in many parts of ...

   Vedic Philosophy on Ghosts Many Babas, whether Hindu, Muslim, or Christians, are making significant contributions to world by purportedly removing ghosts from people. Many individuals genuinely believe in the possibility of ghost possession. However, such beliefs often stem from lack of education and a failure to study Vedic scriptures. Even educated and self-proclaimed scientific individuals sometimes abandon rationality when it comes to religion, viewing it as distinct from science and rationality. This perspective is flawed because Vedic religion is closely intertwined with science. However, engaging in such activities often leads people to perceive them as another form of unscientific propaganda. Now, let's delve into the Vedic perspective on ghosts, possession, and related phenomena.       Now, Vedic philosophy encompasses various branches, each with differing opinions on ghosts. However, I will provide a generalized view. Some branches of philosophy bel...