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Hinduism and Fatalism

Posted on September 9, 2011 by gokulmuthu

One of the common misconceptions about Hinduism is that it advocates fatalism. Fatalism with respect to individuals is a philosophical doctrine that an individual does not have full control over the events that happen in his life. There are two … Continue reading →

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Swami Chinmayananda – The Three Principles

Posted on September 3, 2011 by gokulmuthu

The Three Principles By Swami Chinmayananda To realize our full spiritual Nature is to experience the fullness of life. As long as we have not attained this state of being, our intellect will continue to suggest methods for overcoming feelings of imperfection, … Continue reading →

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Pilgrimage

Posted on August 18, 2011 by gokulmuthu

I went on a pilgrimage with Swami Paramasukhananda (Anand Maharaj) of Ramakrishna Math, Ulsoor, along with nine other volunteers of the Math. It was an excellent trip. Here is the list of places visited: Ramakrishna Mission, New Delhi – This … Continue reading →

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Life is like this only

Posted on July 11, 2011 by gokulmuthu

There was a family outing from our office. There was an interesting game in the outing. Three pairs of people stood at the sides of the play area holding strings across the play area. The strings were about two feet … Continue reading →

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Importance of right perspective

Posted on April 2, 2011 by gokulmuthu

The importance of right perspective on life cannot be over emphasized. I am just returning from listening to the heart rending cries of a poor mother who has lost her ten year old daughter in an accident. Death is not … Continue reading →

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