MAY 2005 / JIVAMUKTI EDITORIAL TEAM The real does not die, the unreal never lived. Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj This collection of the timeless teachings of one of the greatest sages of India is a testament to the uniqueness of the seer’s life and work, and it is...
APRIL 2005 / SHARON GANNON The Hatha Yoga Pradipika is a medieval scripture written in 1350. The Nath Yogi Swatmarama is the author. The meaning of the title is interesting to consider if one wishes to begin to understand the book’s content. Pradipika means...
AUGUST 2016 / YOGESWARI Sharanam means refuge. This beautiful initiation mantra from the tradition in India invites us to seek refuge, particularly when we are driven by strong emotions. Anger, hate and fear close us off to love and compassion. Seeking refuge means...
MAY 2018 / YOGESWARI Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu, Guru Devo MaheshwaraGuru Sakshat Param Brahma Tasmai Shri Gurave Namah Our creation is that guru; the duration of our lives is that guru; our trials, illnesses and calamities is that guru. There is a guru that is nearby...
MAY 2021 / YOGESWARI Maitriadishu Balani Through friendliness, kindness and compassion, strength comes. Yoga Sutra of Maharshi Patanjali III.24 When we hear the word strength, we ordinarily first think of physical strength. Strength also conveys some...
