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From Misery to Purity by Thinking of Krishna

A.C. BHAKTIVEDANTA SWAMI PRABHUPADA - The question is asked, “Why Krishna created this material energy which is so miserable condition?” Duhkhalayam asasvatam. So it is not Krishna willingly created. But He gave the chance to the living entities who forgot Krishna. He … Continue reading

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Shiva, the Auspicious One

Today is Shiva-ratri, a special day to remember Shiva. In the Vaishnava tradition, which is what I follow, Shiva is appreciated as one of the foremost devotees of Vishnu or Krishna. Shiva has many names but one of them (and … Continue reading

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Yoga

Yoga is the origin of the English word “yoke”. A yoke links two oxen, and yoga links the individual living being and God.  Even a few minutes of physical yoga exercise rejuvenate the body and help relax and focus the … Continue reading

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Surya Namaskar – A Great Exercise

STEPHEN KNAPP – Many people in the West look for the best exercise routine to help them stay in shape. Here is something that has been around for thousands of years and has withstood the test of time. It strengthens … Continue reading

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A Brief Intro to Yoga

THOMAS T. KLUGH, youcanreadebooks.com – The western world thinks of yoga as sitting and breathing exercises. While sitting and breathing are part of yoga, they are only two branches of a larger system that makes up yoga. The teaching of … Continue reading

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