Mantra is very central to meditation practice. In the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga Meditation, the mantra stands as a representative of the eternal silence, the abode of the Lord of Life within. In the Mundaka Upanishad, it is mentioned that “In the tree of life, there sits two eternal birds and they can never be […]
Mauni Amavasya (Silence Day) is an annual observance. The observation of Silence Day is a practice that Swami Veda Bharati invited us to practice. In 2024, Mauni Amavasya is 9 February. There will be 7-day silence retreats at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama, Rishikesh, India from 3 - February, 2024. Swami Ritavan Bharati and Adhikari Bhoi will […]
Towards the end of his life, the disciples of Sri Adi Sankaracharya requested him to give them a summary of his approach towards spiritual life. It is then that he composed a short text containing only 5 verses – the Sadhana Panchakam. The text contains 40 instructions, furthering one’s journey on the path to liberating […]
