Author: Arun Ganesan

Making Space in Our Hearts for Others

Amma teaches us that the essence of spirituality is to awaken love and open up to the suffering of others. In a touching anecdote, Amma shares the story of a woman who was forced to skip essential dialysis treatments due to dire situations. As we expand our hearts, we will feel the pain of others as our own and help in whatever way we can.

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Love Like a Diamond

“Love Like a Diamond” portrays love and growth, likening the personal transformation to a diamond formed under pressure. This inspirational poem dwells upon kindness, selflessness, and the power of love and self-discovery, bringing out the notion that one is never alone and that supporting others is a pathway to see yourself in every aspect of life.

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Yearning

Explore a journey of self-discovery with “The Yearning,” a poetic exploration that points us in the direction of introspection, challenging us to look within to find answers. Instead of a fruitless race to catch the mirage, it sparks a revolution to ignite the flame in our hearts, lighting the path to understand ourselves better.

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Jayendra Saraswathi Swamigal visits Amma

In an inspiring visit, the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham’s pontiff, His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya held discussions with Amma at the Amritapuri Ashram. In an engaging discourse to the ashram residents, he emphasized the necessity of harbouring love and compassion towards our fellow beings and highlighted the fundamental principle of ‘service to man is service to God’. He praised Amma for Her divine blessings and offered his support to the Mata Amritanandamayi Math, reminding us that acts of service, devotion, and maintaining religious customs are central to achieving spiritual completeness.

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Embodying the Divine Mother: The Spiritual Significance of Navaratri Festival

Navaratri is a nine-day festival that celebrates the power of the mother and the victory of good over evil. It is a time for spiritual purification and gaining knowledge through prayer and fasting. The festival is not only important for spiritual aspirants, but also for those leading a worldly life. It teaches us to invoke the power within us and to have a loving and forgiving attitude towards God, just like a child with their mother. Join in the celebration and discover the power of the Divine Mother during Navaratri.

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