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First Amrita Yoga Beginners’ Course in Kuwait

First Amrita Yoga Beginners’ Course in Kuwait

May 22, 2016 | , |

First Amrita Yoga Beginners’ Course in Kuwait People from different walks of life had an opportunity to be part of a blissful three-day yoga and meditation program conducted by Amma-Kuwait, a socio-cultural organization that is part of the global Embracing the World initiative. Every participant had wonderful experiences to share. There were pre-registered participants, and we also had several on the spot registrations. The Amrita Yoga Beginners Course was offered during this three-day event. Located in the northeast corner of the Arabian Peninsula, Kuwait is one of the smallest countries in the world in terms of land area. The...

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Akshaya Tritiya 2016

Akshaya Tritiya 2016

May 9, 2016 | , |

Akshaya Tritiya 2016 Among Hindus and Jains, Akshaya Tritiya is considered to be a holy festival and an auspicious day to inaugurate new ventures. This year, it is on May 9th. Akshay Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is celebrated on the third day of Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the Hindu month of Vaisakha.   The Sanskrit word “Akshaya” means the “never diminishing” or “the infinite that never recedes.” It is believed that any meaningful activity initiated on this day would be fruitful, bring good luck and success.  It is believed if you give to charity on this...

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Spiritual Truth About Infinity

Spiritual Truth About Infinity

Apr 24, 2016 | , |

Spiritual Truth about Infinity   A teacher asked the class, “If I have three bananas and three boys here, and if I distributed them equally, how much would each one get?” “One each.” “Suppose I had a thousand bananas and a thousand boys..?” “Even then, each one would get one.” “How did you get that answer?” “By dividing three by three, and thousand by thousand.”   Yes, divide any number by the same number, you get answer one.   One student stood up and asked, “Sorry teacher, I have a question. Suppose you had no bananas and you gave...

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My Experience Meeting Amma

My Experience Meeting Amma

Apr 10, 2016 | , |

My Experience Meeting Amma   Last week, I was in Kerala for one week with family.  Even though I heard a lot about Amma, I never thought of going to Amtitapuri because of my busy schedule.   I was always rational in my thinking. Why should I waste time in going to meet saints?  I just thought I should do my duty, and then the rest would be taken care by God. It all happened as a surprise for me.  On a morning in March 2014, I was with my brother at his residence at Karunagapally.  As per our...

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5-Day Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat

5-Day Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat

Mar 27, 2016 | , |

5-Day Yoga & Ayurveda Retreat  “The purpose and goal of Yoga (union) is to unite with our true Self. Through constant practice of various methods we train the mind to sit still and listen to the sound of the inner Self. Everything will be known spontaneously if you do sadhana (spiritual practice). Understand who you are. Know the Self. Then you can lead a life without attachment to anything. Such a state of mind will come if you do sadhana sincerely.” ~ Amma SPECIFICS OF THE RETREAT In this course you will learn the fundamental principles of Sankhya Philosophy,...

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