Versatile Actor Om Puri

Om Puri, who died January 5, was among the most talented and versatile actors in the Indian film world. Starting…

HAPPY NEW YEAR:

In the spirit of exchanging New Year greetings, we wish peace and happiness for all humanity. Like animals, plants, mountains,…

Surreal:Word of the Year

“It’s a word that is used to express a reaction to something shocking or surprising, a meaning which is built…

Season’s Greetings

In the spirit of exchanging greetings with our friends and relative we also wish peace and happiness for all the…

Season’s Greetings For All

  In the spirit of exchanging greetings with our friends and relatives we also wish peace and happiness for all…

Poverty

“Poverty is not only measured in terms of lack of money but also in the lack of respect and dignity”,…

Leader of the Free World

“We are dealing with a world – especially after the American election – which first needs to be sorted out”,…

The Shrinking World Of Leftists

Leftists, a.k.a Communists, are a strange breed of people. Highly educated, highly informed and intellectually persuasive in arguments and discussions.…

FABRICATION OF FAKE NEWS

Fabricated or manufactured news is often a busy supply line on social media and that is mostly responsible for its…

God’s Role In Fate

Does God play a role in assigning karmas in an individual’s life? If He does then a karma can be…

Polarization of Opinion

Our viewpoints are hard to change. We pick up from the internet and social media only that information and knowledge…

Good thing about P.M. Trudeau

The good thing about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is that he is neither an extreme leftist nor an extreme rightist.…

WORLD DIVIDED BETWEEN TWO CASTES:

Politically the world is divided between two castes. The Leftists and the Rightists. As these are ideologically known and understood.…

TOLERANCE OR ACCEPTANCE

Jagessar Das M. D. President  Kabir Association of Canada People all over the world talk about tolerance, such as racial…

From The Pen Of Baba Bulleh Shah

The content emphasizes the importance of introspection and self-awareness. It critiques the tendency to seek knowledge externally, attend religious places, and confront external evils while neglecting personal reflection and the battles within oneself, highlighting the wisdom of recognizing and addressing one’s inner self, as articulated by Bulleh Shah.

WORDS OF WISDOM:

“In the United States, we know what happens when we start dividing ourselves along lines of race or religion or…

Virasat-E-Khalsa: A Marvel of Sikh Heritage

The Virasat-E-Khalsa, also known as Khalsa Heritage Complex or “Ajuba,” is a marvel near Chandigarh. This museum offers an immersive learning experience on Sikh history, with impressive architecture and technology. Designed by Moshe Safdie, the expansive museum aims to illuminate the vision of Sikh Gurus. It stands near the historic Anandpur Sahib Gurdwara.

American Election Scene

Let us dump Trump and not see his face again. With American politics at an all-time low, it’s no wonder…

By Jai Birdi

OBJECTIVE,FAIR,CRITICAL YET RESPECTFUL Very objective, fair, critical, yet respectful observation. Hinduism- “it stimulates and encourages debate, protest, amendments and even…

By Dr. Sanjay Grover

FRESH PROSPECTIVE “It is a very concise book and every statement is like an aphorism that needs to be contemplated…

By Purva Grover

Amazing!!excellently written book in a simple way on a complicated subject Hinduism is not a religion,it is a science in…

By Darla Ortiz

TO LEARN ABOUT HINDUISM THIS IS A MUST READ I think anyone who wants to learn more about Hinduism, or…

By Steph Coleman

NEW IDEAS PRESENTED IN A NEW WAY I have read several books on theology and sometimes I get the sense…

by Gillian Hancock

WRITTEN WITH GREAT KNOWLEDGE It is very engaging and the author writes with great knowledge and passion as he takes…

By Essie Harmon

I think anyone who wants to learn more about Hinduism, or just being inspired to expand their level of awareness…

By James Masters

The way he writes and puts it all together is very educational, eye-opening, and ultimately transformative. This book, “Hinduism: Beyond…

EXPLORING MEANING OF HINDUISM

Review by Ashok Bhargava The principal idea pursued by Promod Puri’s is to explore meaning of the term ‘Hinduism’ and…

DETAILED BUT CONCISE OVERVIEW

By Naveen Gopal Vice President Pacifica Partners Financial Services Most of us who grew up practicing Hinduism in our daily…

by Acharya S.P.Dwivedi

Promod Puri is a distinguished Canada-based South Asian journalist and prolific essayist. In his book- “Hinduism…..” he tried to cover…

By Vishal Bheeroo

Introduction: Religion is the opium of the people, Karl Marx said. Since times immemorial, various school of thoughts debated on…

Rituals

The pathways to divinity are infused with words of morality and ethics, principles and noble deeds. Rituals facilitate the walk…

Liberalism in Hinduism

Numerous Hindu gods and goddesses though all are the manifestations of God, hold their respective portfolios in the decentralized regime…

Significance of Om

It is indeed a subject of astronomical acceptance that from the very sound frequencies of Om the building blocks of…

Life as a Game of Soccer: Lessons and Insights

Life is likened to a soccer game, influenced by our environments and collective experiences. Individual choices and societal norms shape our paths, determining achievements and challenges. Success depends on stamina, discipline, and luck, while obstacles persist throughout. Ultimately, the game concludes, reflecting the interplay of effort and external factors.

My Canada Day Salutation Goes:

1. To all the volunteers who strive for dedication and devotion preparing the divine langar and washing dishes in Gurdwaras…

Singer Jagjit Singh

By Promod Puri In his 40 years of entertaining and alluring singing career, late Jagjit Singh’s soft and “silky” voice…

The Art of ‘Agree to Disagree’ and its Implications

The phrase “agree to disagree” is often used to save face after failing to reach an agreement. This compromise maintains egos but yields no progress. India and Pakistan have engaged in this for over 68 years without resolving their hostilities. A humorous anecdote illustrates the futility of this stance. Ultimately, “agree to disagree” may be a cop-out.

Is God A Brahmin

IS GOD A BRAHMIN…: “As all beings are the creation of God, and He or She represents all of them,…

MEDITATION IN ACTION

A work or an activity performed with devotion and concentration of mind is an acceptable Hindu meditative practice. In this…

Grouse Grind Meditation

  Grouse Grind Meditation/ as posted in Tripadvisor Climbing the 2.9 km steep Grouse Grind mountainous hike in North Vancouver,…

STUDIES IN HINDUISM:

In its antiquity, narratives and parables, philosophical depths, diversity in beliefs, rituals, myths and interpretations, the studies in Hinduism seem…

KARMA IS DHARMA:

“When the reasoning is established in all its sincerity karma develops into prayer. For a practicing Hindu karma is dharma”.…

HINDUISM IS A DEMOCRACY

“Hinduism is a democracy of conflicting, contradicting and controversial thoughts and theories. It is a recognition of diverse, secular and…

LIVING IN THE PRESENT

By Promod Puri This brief article is inspired by widely acclaimed Vancouver-based spiritual writer Eckhart Tolle’s “Power of Now”. It…

THE OLYMPIC SHOW

A multi-million-dollar sports carnival of athletic strength and spectacle by physically super human beings has started in Rio De Janeiro…

“Time Flies”

Life goes by very fast The fact is recognized when looking back at past events. The future events often seem…

Sports Is Show Business

The basic reason to involve oneself in sports is to seek and maintain healthy body. Recreation comes next. But in…

GURU MANEYO GRANTH

Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th Sikh Guru, proclaimed the Adi Granth as the eternal Guru, emphasizing personal study and contemplation of its teachings. His hymn encourages Sikhs to seek wisdom in its words, stating that those who genuinely seek will find divine connection. He advocates for reasoned understanding over blind faith in following the scriptures.

Composition Of God In Hinduism

The content explores the multifaceted perceptions of God and the role of human thought in understanding divine involvement in life. It emphasizes the importance of promoting virtuous thoughts to create good karma, underpinning a disciplined approach to spirituality. Notably, the Gayatri Mantra is highlighted as a tool for enlightenment and guidance.

Understanding Hindutva: Its Roots and Ideology

Hindutva, introduced by Vinayak Damodar Savarkar in 1923, embodies a nationalist ideology emerging from Hinduism, emphasizing a collective cultural identity. While attempting to secularize and include all Indian-born communities, it excludes foreign religions. Savarkar defines it as a broader cultural concept distinguished from the religious nuances of Hinduism, though it risks undermining India’s pluralism.

Hinduism: An Individual Experience

“Hinduism has no traditional ecclesiastical order, no centralized religious authorities, no governing body, no prophet(s) nor any binding holy book;…

Trump And The Law Of Karma

It seems the law of karma has started playing heavily on Donald Trump. Ever since the presidential race started in…

The Good & Bad In Rituals

Some rituals have rationales, explanations and acceptable interpretations. But there are others which are meaningless, vague and disconnected. These exhibit…