Underlying the many observations that Swami Vivekananda makes in this book is the message: Every nation is the expression of an idea. “This idea is working for the world and is necessary for its preservation.” “Every nation has a national purpose of its own.” East and West have much to learn from each other, but each is to be true to its own genius and vocation. Remaining of the East, Swami Vivekananda drank of what was good in the West. He gave himself to the world, and his teaching is for the world. Click Here to Buy
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At the 1893 Parliament of religions in Chicago, Swami Vivekananda transformed Western thinking. He showed hat, far from being an exotic novelty, Hinduism was an important, legitimate spiritual tradition with valuable lessons for the West. Pathways to joy is a selection of 108 of his sacred teachings on Vedanta philosophy. In accessible and powerful prose, Vivekananda illuminates the four classical yoga paths – karma, bhakti, Raja and jnana – for the different natures of humankind. The messages focus on the oneness of existence; the divinity of the soul; the truth in all religions; and unifying with the divine within. Invaluable…
Religion of Love is based on a lecture delivered by Swami Vivekananda in London on November 16, 1895. Swamiji classifies love into 5 types – 1. Shânta, a common, peaceful love, with such thoughts as those of fatherhood and help 2. Dâsya, the ideal of service 3. Vâtsalya, God as mother or child. 4. Sakhya, God as a friend. 5. Madhura, sweetest love, the love of husband and wife. Click Here to Buy
Dr. Girish Panicker, an Indian American researcher, has been recognized for his exceptional achievements in conservation research by the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS), which awarded him the prestigious 2023 International Conservation Research Award. Dr. Panicker currently holds the position of director at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Conservation Research Program and serves as a professor at Alcorn State University in Mississippi. His significant research on C-factor (Cover and Management) technology has been widely utilized by graduate students and environmentalists to combat soil erosion and address climate change challenges. Among his notable accomplishments, Dr. Panicker conducted experiments…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a productive conversation following PM Modi’s successful visit to the United States. The discussion reaffirmed India’s strategic autonomy and non-zero-sum approach to global affairs in a changing world. The two leaders reviewed the progress in their bilateral cooperation and exchanged perspectives on regional and global issues of mutual interest, as mentioned in a press statement by the Press Information Bureau. During the conversation, President Putin updated Prime Minister Modi on recent developments in Russia, including the situation in Ukraine. PM Modi reiterated his stance on promoting dialogue and diplomacy…
Photo Credit – Twitter @vrindagrov The UN Human Rights Council’s 2022 Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine’s President, Ambassador Václav Bálek (Czechia), named Vrinda Grover of India to the commission. Grover, an Indian lawyer, has 34 years of constitutional, criminal, and human rights experience. She has represented clients in significant matters before the Trial Courts, High Courts, Supreme Court of India, commissions of investigation, and quasi-judicial authorities. Grover represents survivors of sexual violence, custodial killings, torture, communal massacres, extra-judicial killings, enforced disappearances, and mob lynching. She represented journalists, human rights activists, and death row inmates. Grover has worked…
The first week of May is “teacher appreciation week” in the United States, and the following Tuesday is “National Teachers Day.” According to Hindu philosophy and culture, the Guru is a “Supreme Being” who summons and upholds the light of knowledge while banishing ignorance’s darkness. Numerous teachers at our schools, colleges, and many other activities where we thrive have a profound impact on us and encourage us. In May and June 2023, Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, USA (HSS) held Guru Vandana events across the country to commemorate teachers and their contributions to society in order to recognize and respect these…
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi awarded Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Egypt’s highest state honor, the “Order of the Nile,” on June 25. Established in 1915, this prestigious award is bestowed upon Heads of States, Crown Princes, and Vice-Presidents who have made invaluable contributions to Egypt or humanity. This marks the 13th such highest state honor conferred upon PM Modi by various countries worldwide. The “Order of the Nile” is a pure gold collar composed of three square gold units featuring Pharaonic symbols. The first unit symbolizes protection against evil, the second represents the prosperity and happiness brought by the…
