When doubts haunt me, when disappointments stare me in the face and I see not one ray of light on the horizon, I turn to the Bhagavad Gita and find a verse to comfort me; and I immediately begin to smile in the midst of overwhelming sorrow.” The Bhagavad Gita or “Song of God” is one of the world’s great scriptures. The story of the warrior Arjuna’s battlefield conversation with the divine Krishna, it holds the universal essence of Hindu philosophy and wisdom. Mahatma Gandhi’s translation and commentary on the Gita, presented to his followers at prayer meetings over a…
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By Aditi Rao Oh, Gandhi, Bapu, great man of peace, Your teachings and legacy never cease. On this day, your birth anniversary, We remember you with love and piety. You taught us to love all, hate none, To fight for justice, to stand tall as one. With your non-violence and truth, You inspired a nation, freed us from youth. Oh, Gandhi, Bapu, we salute you, For all that you did, for all that you do. Your spirit guides us, your light shines bright, In our hearts, you’ll always be our guiding light. On this day, I pledge to follow your…
Here is a list of the top ten best quotes from Mahatma Gandhi: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” “An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind.” “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” “The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.” “Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.” “Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed.” “I will not let anyone walk through my mind with…
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, well known as Mahatma Gandhi, was born in Porbandar, Gujarat, India, on October 2, 1869. Because of his crucial contribution to the nation’s campaign for independence from British control, he is revered throughout India as the Father of the Nation. Gandhi’s ideas of truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa) are revered all throughout the world, and movements for freedom and civil rights continue to be influenced by them. Some key points about Gandhi: Philosophy of Non-violence and Truth: Gandhi believed in ‘Satyagraha’, which translates to ‘insistence on truth’. This was non-violent resistance to combat injustice and oppression. Role…
Mahatma Gandhi, fondly known as the Father of the Nation in India, has numerous memorials and sites dedicated to his life and teachings, not just in India but around the world. On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, which marks his birth anniversary on October 2, visiting these memorials can be a meaningful way to pay homage to his legacy. Here’s a list of must-visit Mahatma Gandhi memorials around the world: Gandhi Smriti, New Delhi, India: Formerly known as Birla House, this is where Gandhi spent the last 144 days of his life and was assassinated. It’s now a museum dedicated…
Today, October 2, 2023, we commemorate the 154th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation of India. Gandhi was a pioneer of nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience, and his teachings and methods have inspired movements for civil rights and social change around the world. Gandhi was born in Porbandar, Gujarat, India, in 1869. He studied law in London and then practiced law in South Africa. There, he experienced firsthand the discrimination and racism faced by people of Indian descent. This experience had a profound impact on him, and he began to develop his philosophy of satyagraha, or…
Mahatma Gandhi, fondly known as Bapu, is a globally recognized figure as the Father of the Indian Nation. Renowned for his leadership in non-violent resistance against British rule, he is the pioneer of Satyagraha. Beyond his political and social influence, he initiated several reforms in Indian society, spanning self-reliance, Swadeshi (domestic production), and caste reforms, working alongside prominent figures like BR Ambedkar. Yet, lesser-known is his pursuit of discovering the ideal diet for human health, especially for the Indian population. In his publication “Young India” from 1929, Gandhi expressed, “As a searcher for truth, I deem it necessary to find…
By Raj Shah Mahatma Gandhi once said, “My life is my message.” This powerful statement encapsulates Gandhi’s philosophy and the way he lived his life. Instead of preaching his beliefs through mere words, Gandhi emphasized the importance of living by example. It is a reminder that our actions speak louder than our words and that the best way to inspire others is to lead by example. Let’s delve a bit deeper into the meaning and significance of this quote: Walk the Talk: Gandhi believed in the idea of leading by example. He felt that the most convincing way to convince…
Two potential contenders for the 2024 US Presidential elections, Vivek Ramaswamy and Nikki Haley, both of Indian American descent, have garnered significant attention. However, their campaigns have sparked division among Indian American voters. Indian Americans constitute approximately 2.1 million individuals, accounting for roughly 16 percent of the 13.4 million Asian Americans eligible to vote. They rank as the third-largest Asian-origin group in the United States, following Chinese and Filipino Americans, according to a report by The New York Times. Historically, Pew Research data has shown that Indian Americans have leaned more towards Democratic affiliations compared to other Asian American subgroups.…
In an ever-changing world, the values we foster within our families stand as our enduring legacy. At the “From House to Home: Inspiring Family Values” program during the Festival of Inspirations in Robbinsville, New Jersey, the focus was on how family values transform mere houses into cherished homes. This was a highlight in the three-month celebration leading up to the inauguration of the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, a landmark dedicated to inspiring and upholding esteemed Hindu traditions. The program featured speeches and dramas, emphasizing the importance of family values in child-rearing. It was organized into two assemblies, with the first being…
