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Bhāvanā in a world of uncertainty: A reflection from the Nepal floods
Observing the Jain festival of Paryuṣhaṇ this month focusing on self-purification, the author finds Jain reflections (Bhāvanās) on impermanence particularly poignant when viewed in the light of recent Nepal floods Read more
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Vivekananda—the monk who opened America to India’s inner world
In 1893, an Indian monk walked onto a Chicago stage and changed America’s spiritual conversation. Today Swami Vivekananda’s ideas on yoga, Vedanta, and inner freedom still resonate. This is the first article in a series titled ‘Sacred Roots, American Soil’ that we are running to commemorate 250 years of America’s independence. Read more
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America@250: The India that America did not expect
Starting a series on Lotus titled ‘Sacred Roots, American Soil’. Read more
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The householder guru who took meditation to the masses
A new documentary honors Brahmarshi Patriji, founder of the Pyramid Meditation Movement, and his vision for a new generation of conscious leaders. Read more
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Akshardham Museum project in New Jersey seeks to reawaken India’s civilizational heritage
Envisioned as the world’s first museum dedicated to Sanatana Dharma, the Akshardham Museum in Robbinsville, New Jersey will showcase India’s rich cultural heritage, science, spirituality, and timeless values under one roof. Read more
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Harmony turns differences into strength, unity propels peace: Dr. Gnanvatsal Swami
Giving examples ranging from crayons and tea to ancient scriptures, Dr. Gnanvatsal Swami of BAPS explained in a recent talk how unity is built not by eliminating differences but by embracing them with understanding, appreciation, and compassion. Read more
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Scriptures alone cannot transform a person, practice can: Yogi Chaitanyaji
Stating that many seekers today have become collectors of scriptures, lectures, and philosophies, Yogi Brahma Vidya Chaitanyaji exhorts us to make the inward journey with spiritual practice as those teachings demand. An exclusive interview with the swami who has lived only on a milk diet for the past 10 years. Read more
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How I integrated Vedic Astrology and Human Design into my therapy practice
Moving beyond the rigid boundaries of traditional clinical therapy, an art psychotherapist shares how integrating ancient cosmic frameworks and Jungian psychology provides a somatic, whole-person blueprint for true self-discovery and navigating life’s transitions. Read more
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One man’s mission to bring the Five Elements to temples again
The Five Elements have shaped Vedic philosophy for millennia, but never temple worship. Magazine Editor Vishnu V. Raja is trying to change that by giving the Panjabutha a sacred form and a global mission. Read more
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AI is changing meditation—and science is watching
Can artificial intelligence make an ancient practice more effective? Early research suggests personalized meditation may improve engagement, but science is still evolving. Read more
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How Dr. Qing Li prescribes forest bathing for health and happiness
What if your next prescription wasn’t a drug but a forest? In this exclusive interview, Dr. Qing Li, the pioneer of Forest Medicine, explains why nature may hold more answers than we realize. Read more
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Pujya Deepakbhai brings Dada Bhagwan’s practical wisdom to American cities
Pujya Deepakbhai’s Satsang & Gnanvidhi program in Somerset, NJ is on July 10-11, 2026 Read more
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From Himalayan cave to PM’s office: Shwaasa Guru’s intense spiritual journey
From one-minute breathing tips to his memorable bond with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shwaasa Guru opens up about meditation, leadership, and conscious living in this interview. Read more
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A Lotus In The Mud hosts devotional Yoga Day event cherished by 200 guests on Long Island
The multi-faceted, multifaith celebration in Hempstead, NY highlighted devotion as a pathway to inner transformation and spiritual evolution. Read more
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Buddhist Robert Thurman leaves an enduring legacy across cultures
His search for meaning led him from New York to India and into the orbit of the Dalai Lama, launching a lifelong mission to share Tibetan Buddhist wisdom with the world. Read more
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