In the service of God and humanity
We constantly judge ourselves and our own worth. Always on a constant quest to compare ourselves with others. Instead of comparing ourselves, let's appreciate what we have. Let's find value in ourselves, in the qualities of our nature and in the service that we offer. ...
Once a youth had questioned Pujya Swamiji and said that Karma (Good deed) is more important than Dharma (religion) and justified it by saying that if our deeds and actions are good we don't need dharma to ask God anything, he would provide us what we need without asking for it. Watch this beautiful reply by Pujya SwamiJi on the importance of both Dharma and karma and how the right culmination of it is required for a happy life....
The first ever four-day Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) online training of TOTs (Training of Trainers) was organised by Global Interfaith WASH Alliance and the Water Supply & Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC) to sensitize practitioners on the biological process of menstruation, the negative impact of social taboos on girls and women’s life, safe practices to manage menstruation hygienically and safe disposal of menstrual waste. [caption id="attachment_33252" align="alignleft" width="300"] Special lamp lighting began the first ever online Trainer of the training[/caption] GIWA and WSSCC hosted and organised this training, in association with Parmarth Niketan...
"आत्महत्या माने की खुद की हत्या, सपनों की हत्या, अपने अरमानों की हत्या।अपनी हत्या नहीं, अपने अपनों के अरमानो की हत्या भी है। माना की ज़िंदगी आसान नहीं है पर आत्महत्या भी तो कोई समाधान नहीं है।" Today is #SuicidePreventionDay, when we address the issue of the millions every year who choose the ultimate "solution" to their problems and issues, a final response to a temporary challenge which isn't a solution at all! In addressing the devastating tragedy of suicide, Pujya Swamiji asks us to pause, to take a moment to reflect...
Pujya Swamiji gives us food for thought when he says - Corona has taught us to move to an Eco-economy or a green economy, one which is dependent on sustainable development – which means growing our economies in ways that benefit, not sacrifice the environment. The idea is to serve the needs of the present without threatening the needs of future generations. That is the need of the hour and together we need to overcome these tough times and move to a greener future....
"शिक्षक दिवस भारतीय गुरु शिष्य परम्परा का अनुपम उदाहरण है” पूज्य स्वामी जी On the occasion of Teachers' Day, Pujya Swamiji gave a profound message- “We may get connected on the internet but it is our gurus who get us connected to our Innernet. Teachers and gurus play a very important role in shaping our future and what kind of humans we will be.” Pujya Swamiji envisions that along with everyone getting a good education, they should also be good human! Happy Teachers' Day!...
Join Pujya Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji and Pujya Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswatiji in an inspiring and uplifting session on Managing Fear & Anxiety During Times of Covid-19, presented in a virtual session hosted by the Calcutta Chamber of Commerce and AUM Capital....
On the occasion of International Charity Day, Pujya Swamiji said that charity is of great importance, especially in this time of Covid-19. Voluntarily give your time, knowledge, money, security and help to help others! It is not necessary that we have an immense amount of money to donate, but it is necessary to have a true heart to donate. Let our hearts be love for humanity; nature and environment, for all creatures. Money is very important for health, education, housing, protection and other public services to overcome human crises, but it...
Parmarth Niketan is a beautiful abode and whoever visits us becomes a part of our family. Pujya Swamiji reflects on people's experiences at the Ashram in lockdown. He also recollects some incidents through which he gives a profound message that contentment and gratitude is an attitude and a choice. He gives the example of our domestic relationships and shares the story of how a husband married to Miss Universe in Hollywood and how for him she soon became Mess Universe. He adds that our perceptions and attitude in our lives and...
ईशा वास्यमिदं सर्वं यत्किञ्च जगत्यां जगत्। तेन त्यक्तेन भुञ्जीथा मा गृधः कस्यस्विद्धनम् ॥ Everything in the universe is prevaded by the Divine. All of creation is not just made by God but "of" God. Pujya Swamiji encourages us to connect with our roots, our mantras and our traditions and it's deep foundation of oneness and unity. He expands the definition of "Leaving No One Behind" to not just human beings but to encompass all living beings. Watch His inspiring video excerpt from an IG live interview with Rouble Nagi in April to imbibe the...