Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 2, Verse 30

"Dehī nityam avadhyo ’yaṁ dehe sarvasya bhārata
Tasmāt sarvāṇi bhūtāni na tvaṁ śhochitum-arhasi"

Translation in English:

"O descendant of Bharata, he who dwells in the body is eternal and can never be slain. Therefore, you should not grieve for any creature."

Meaning in Hindi:

"हे भारतवंश के संतानों! जो शरीर में वास करने वाला है, वह नित्य है और कभी नष्ट नहीं हो सकता है। इसलिए, तुम्हें किसी भी प्राणी के लिए शोक करने की आवश्यकता नहीं है।"

In this verse, Lord Krishna gives a deep understanding of the eternal nature of the soul. He assures Arjuna, a descendant of Bharata, that the individual soul, or  embodied self, is eternal and indestructible. The soul is eternal, it can never be killed or destroyed.  
 Lord Krishna's teaching emphasizes the difference between the physical body and the eternal soul residing in it. The body is temporary, subject to birth and death, but the soul is eternal and beyond  mortality. Reminding Arjuna of the eternal nature of the soul, Lord Krishna consoles him and advises him not to grieve over any being. He encourages Arjuna to rise above attachment to temporary physical forms and recognize the permanent nature of the soul. 




  This verse has a deep meaning because it deals with the basic fear of death and loss. Lord Krishna assures Arjuna and all of us that the true self, the eternal soul, cannot be damaged or destroyed. This understanding frees us from the fear and sadness associated with the temporary nature of the physical world. 


 Furthermore, this teaching encourages us to view all beings from the perspective of the eternal soul. It reminds us that behind the diversity of physical forms is the unity of consciousness. This understanding fosters compassion, empathy and a sense of oneness with all living beings. 

 Realizing the eternal nature of the soul, we can calmly approach life's challenges and losses. We can accept the impermanence of the physical body and focus on fostering our spiritual growth and understanding our true nature.  
This verse invites us to contemplate the profound reality of the eternal soul and encourages us to shift our focus from the temporal to the eternal. It reminds us that we are spiritual beings having a human experience and encourages us to live with  deep  purpose, love and detachment.

 


Hindu holy sites are located all over the world

Hinduism, one of the oldest religions on earth, has a global presence with followers scattered all over the world. Temples are central to Hindu rituals and they are sacred structures as well as divine abodes and spiritual practice centers. Although India remains at its core, there are Hindu temples in different parts of the world each reflecting distinct architectural styles, religious practices, and cultural influences. In this comprehensive exploration, we go on a journey to discover Hindu temples around the globe while delving into their rich history, spiritual significance, and lasting legacy within Hinduism.

Hindu Temples in Southeast Asia: Apart from India, Southeast Asia is home to some of the most famous Hindu temples in the world that serve as reminders of its ancient links with Hinduism. In Cambodia for example stands Angkor Wat; an exquisitely domineering building dedicated to Lord Vishnu during the Khmer Empire era centuries ago. The structure is an iconic UNESCO World Heritage site built in the 12th century and known for its magnificent architecture as well as complex bas-reliefs depicting stories from ancient Indian mythology.

Java, one of the thousands of Islands in Indonesia has a grand Prambanan Temple complex which is dedicated to the Trimurti – Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The towering spires and intricate carvings of Prambanan make it an architectural marvel of Hinduism where visitors from across the globe come to behold its beauty and historical value.

Another famous Hindu temple in Southeast Asia is the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok, Thailand which is dedicated to the God, Brahma. Amidst the city’s cacophony, worshippers gather at this shrine for praying purposes as well as seeking blessings for success in their businesses.

वैष्णो देवी मंदिर, हिन्दू मान्यता अनुसार, शक्ति को समर्पित पवित्रतम हिन्दू मंदिरों में से एक है

वैष्णो देवी का यह मंदिरभारत के जम्मू और कश्मीर में त्रिकुटा या त्रिकुट पर्वत पर स्थित है।

Education is key for pe­rsonal growth and society's improvement, sparking progre­ss and knowledge.

Education's Building Blocks: a. Looking Back: Educational traditions started with ancie­nt people. They use­d spoken words and often wrote le­ssons down. Schools changed over hundreds of ye­ars, from old monastery classrooms to studying humans in the Renaissance­, setting up our schools today. b. Deep Thoughts De­termine Direction: Famous thinke­rs like Plato, Aristotle, and John Locke shape­d our views on schooling. Their ideas have­ led to many different type­s of education. Some like the­ old ways of teaching good behavior and virtue. Othe­rs prefer hands-on learning, which is a ne­wer idea.

c. Essential Compone­nts: Reading, math, and smart thinking - these are­ the basic parts of education. They're­ the bottom layer of good grades and he­lp people handle today's tricky world we­ll.

 

 

हरियाली तीज के अवसर पर महिलाएँ झूला झूलती हैं

इस त्यौहार पर नवविवाहित लड़की के ससुराल से सिंजारा भेजी जाती है। इस दिन नवविवाहित कन्या के ससुराल पक्ष की ओर से कपड़े, आभूषण, श्रृंगार का सामान, मेहंदी और मिठाई भेजी जाती है।