9+ hour, 8+ min ago (345+ words) Bucar is professor of religion at Northeastern University, and the author of the forthcoming book "Beyond Wellness" Two weeks ago, the House Oversight Committee released over 20,000 pages from Jeffrey Epstein"s estate. Wellness guru Deepak Chopra"s name wasn"t just mentioned. It was embedded. The emails revealed a years-long association between a convicted sex offender and one of the world"s most prominent spiritual teachers, a man whose empire is built on promises of healing, consciousness, and transcendence. Here"s some of what we know: March 6, 2017: Chopra emails Epstein: "Lat night was a blast. Ended 1 AM." Epstein replies: "I"m glad." Nov 2016: When a woman drops her lawsuit alleging that Epstein sexually abused her when she was 13 years old, Epstein sends Chopra a news article about it. Chopra asks: "Did she also drop the civil case against you?" "YuP,…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (342+ words) People often consider spirituality as something mystical " a path meant only for saints, sages and monks. This is a misconception. Spirituality is the science of the spirit, the Soul, the Atman. It is about realizing the truth: the truth about ourselves, about life, about God and about creation. We don't have to go into a cave or forest to experience spirituality. It is all around us. When we look at this beautiful world " nature in all its magnificence: towering trees, colourful flowers, graceful birds, majestic mountains, radiant clouds " aren't we awestruck? Aren't poets, artists, and musicians inspired by this splendour? We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience. We are manifestations of God. We are the Soul. We are sacred beings. When we see the Divine in all, every act of…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (342+ words) People often consider spirituality as something mystical " a path meant only for saints, sages and monks. This is a misconception. Spirituality is the science of the spirit, the Soul, the Atman. It is about realizing the truth: the truth about ourselves, about life, about God and about creation. We don't have to go into a cave or forest to experience spirituality. It is all around us. When we look at this beautiful world " nature in all its magnificence: towering trees, colourful flowers, graceful birds, majestic mountains, radiant clouds " aren't we awestruck? Aren't poets, artists, and musicians inspired by this splendour? We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience. We are manifestations of God. We are the Soul. We are sacred beings. When we see the Divine in all, every act of…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago (191+ words) A meditation teacher started a class by saying "It's all in your mind." He gave a wonderful story to illustrate his point. I will relate the story as follows: Winter Weather Advisory until SAT 7:00 AM EST A meditation teacher started a class by saying "It's all in your mind." He gave a wonderful story to illustrate his point. I will relate the story as follows: Two monks heard a lecture on meditation and distractions. Their teacher told them that since contact with a woman was a big distraction, they should avoid it at all cost. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Dr. Ashok Kumar Malhotra has been a Nobel Peace Prize nominee. He is emeritus SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor of Philosophy and founder of the Yoga and…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (453+ words) Trio given leave to stay in their abandoned convent near Salzburg until further notice, church officials say Three octogenarian nuns who gained a global following after breaking out of their care home and moving back to their abandoned convent near Salzburg have been given leave to stay in the nunnery "until further notice, church officials have said. The rebel sisters " Bernadette, 88, Regina, 86, and Rita, 82, all former teachers at the school adjacent to their convent " broke back into their old home of Goldenstein Castle in Elsbethen in September in defiance of their spiritual superiors. The story prompted headlines around the world. It also fostered a huge affection for the trio, who have built up a loyal following on social media where they post regular reports about their tumultuous experience and joy at their return. They have been helped by local supporters…...

1+ day, 16+ hour ago (670+ words) Three Austrian nuns in their 80s who ran away from the old people's home where they were placed have been told they can stay in their former convent "until further notice". However, Church authorities say they can only stay if they stop posting on social media. Sister Bernadette, 88, Sister Regina, who is 86 and 82-year-old Sister Rita are the last three nuns at the Kloster Goldenstein convent in Elsbethen, just outside Salzburg. The three nuns say they were taken out of the convent against their will in December 2023. In September, they moved back in with the help of former students and a locksmith, angering Church officials. The nuns' superior, Provost Markus Grasl from Reichersberg Abbey, called on them to return to the care home, saying their decision to return to the convent was "completely incomprehensible". The nuns' story sparked worldwide interest. Supporters…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (364+ words) Nalanda University hosted an international conference on Dharma and global ethics, drawing scholars and policymakers from across the globe. Discussion ... Patna: Nalanda University, Rajgir, on Friday hosted an international conference on "Dharma and global ethics: Insights from Bhartiya Sastra Parampara, bringing together scholars, policymakers, spiritual practitioners and academic leaders from India and abroad The daylong event featured discussions on Dharma, civilisational wisdom, global ethics, sustainability and contemporary moral challenges.Delegates attended from India, Russia, Belarus, Malaysia, Nepal, Thailand, Kazakhstan, China, Ethiopia, Hungary and Fiji Representatives from the Union ministry of external affairs, Indian knowledge systems division, ministry of education, international academic institutions, Iskcon, Gita Ashram, Sanskrit universities and cultural organisations were also present.The inaugural ceremony opened with Nalanda University students chanting the Dhyana Sloka from the Bhagavad Gita PGodabarisha Mishra, dean of the school of Buddhist studies, philosophy, and…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago (260+ words) President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the significance of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' emphasizing that this ancient philosophy is increasingly pertinent amidst today's global challenges. Speaking at the Brahma Kumaris' event, Murmu underscored the essence of inner peace and spiritual consciousness as foundations for world unity and peace. Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: A Beacon for Global Unity President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the significance of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' emphasizing that this ancient philosophy is increasingly pertinent amidst today's global challenges. Speaking at the Brahma Kumaris' event, Murmu underscored the essence of inner peace and spiritual consciousness as foundations for world unity and peace. In a world facing unprecedented challenges, President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the importance of the ancient Indian philosophy 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' which translates to 'the world is one family.' Speaking at the Brahma Kumaris' event, she noted its growing relevance amid global uncertainties. Highlighting the contrast between…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago (670+ words) Three Austrian nuns in their 80s who ran away from the old people's home where they were placed have been told they can stay in their former convent "until further notice". However, Church authorities say they can only stay if they stop posting on social media. Sister Bernadette, 88, Sister Regina, who is 86 and 82-year-old Sister Rita are the last three nuns at the Kloster Goldenstein convent in Elsbethen, just outside Salzburg. The three nuns say they were taken out of the convent against their will in December 2023. In September, they moved back in with the help of former students and a locksmith, angering Church officials. The nuns' superior, Provost Markus Grasl from Reichersberg Abbey, called on them to return to the care home, saying their decision to return to the convent was "completely incomprehensible". The nuns' story sparked worldwide interest. Supporters…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago (455+ words) Have you ever noticed the phenomenon that is called thought-transference? A man here is thinking something, and that thought is manifested in somebody else, in some other place. Swami Vivekananda On The Continuity Of Mind And Power Of Thought-Transference Have you ever noticed the phenomenon that is called thought-transference? A man here is thinking something, and that thought is manifested in somebody else, in some other place. Have you ever noticed the phenomenon that is called thought-transference? A man here is thinking something, and that thought is manifested in somebody else, in some other place. With preparations'not by chance'a man wants to send a thought to another mind at a distance, and this other mind knows that a thought is coming, and he receives it exactly as it is sent out. Distance makes no difference. If your mind were an…...