The Divine Manifestation Arunachala Shiva is not merely a mountain or a geographical location, but a living embodiment of Lord Shiva himself. According to ancient Hindu scriptures, Arunachala appeared as a column of fire to settle a dispute between Brahma and Vishnu, establishing itself as the axis mundi – the center of the spiritual world. … Read more
Advaita, which means “non-duality,” is a profound philosophy that teaches us about the oneness of existence. At its core, Advaita emphasizes that what you experience as “you” is fundamentally the same essence experienced by everything that exists around you. This realization leads to a deep understanding that there is no separation between the self and … Read more
Early Life and Spiritual Calling Swami Abhayananda, born and raised in the United States, always had an inquisitive mind, searching for deeper truths about existence. However, it was not until 1966, at the age of 28, that his spiritual journey truly began to take shape. During this time, he became fascinated with the symbology of … Read more
An Advaitic prayer practice is a way of connecting with the divine that emphasizes the non-dual nature of existence. In this practice, you recognize that you and the divine are one—there is no separation. . Oneness Prayers – Everything is Interconnected When you engage in prayer from an Advaitic perspective, you bring awareness to the … Read more
The Temporary Nature of Material Happiness Happiness is our inherent yearning for fulfillment in some form, to gain pleasure or toavoid pain. We believe we will be fulfilled through material pleasures, but these successes willnot cause lasting happiness. The rewards are only temporary. Subsequently they will createmore desires to which we reach for again and … Read more