The Guru-disciple tradition has contributed to the society in no small measure. This glorious tradition has evolved the Hindu society morally, culturally and spiritually. History testifies that whenever Dharma faced lassitude, the Guru-disciple tradition took active part in the process of reinstatement of Dharma. Read more »

In the present birth, everyone seeks guidance from teachers, doctors, lawyers etc. for simple aspects. If this be so, it is really beyond our imagination to understand the importance of the Guru, the one who releases us from the cycle of birth and death. One should surrender unto the Guru, so that the Guru can control his mind till its dissolution. Surrender unto the Guru completely and then leave the rest to Him. Read more »

Every seeker in the primary stage has read that, in Spirituality, the ultimate means of salvation is a Guru, whereas a seeker in the advanced stage actually experiences it. Most of us don’t know what is a Guru, and are unaware of what they should do to acquire a Guru. As a result, not only the present, but several future births are wasted. Read more »

The Guru cannot be considered only as a professor of teaching spirituality, because the role of a Guru is not just teaching but also helping his disciples realize God and attain self-realization. The bond which a disciple holds with his Guru is complete more at a subtle level, beyond material ties. Read more »

A Guru takes care of His disciple in any catastrophe while a teacher has hardly any concern about a student’s personal life. Read more »

Qualities of a disciple – To be accepted as a disciple by a Guru, one needs to gain the grace of a Saint. However, for bestowal of the Guru’s continuous grace, one has to constantly earn His blessings. This article provides practical information on the qualities of a disciple which he should possess for bestowal of the Guru’s continuous grace. Read more »

Every seeker in the primary stage has read that, in Spirituality, the ultimate means of salvation is a Guru, whereas a seeker in the advanced stage actually experiences it. Most seekers are unaware of what they should do to acquire a Guru. As a result, not only the present, but several future births are wasted. Read more »

To be accepted as a disciple by a Guru, one needs to gain the grace of a Saint. However, for bestowal of the Guru’s continuous grace, one has to constantly earn His blessings. This article provides practical information on Guru-Shishya relationship and how a disciple should behave with the Guru. Read more »

Coconut breaking is a symbolic act of submitting oneself completely to the God. Before starting anything auspicious, coconut is offered. Let us understand why inauguration ceremony should be done by breaking a coconut instead of western tradition of inaugurating by cutting a ribbon. Read more »