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Why Should we Learn a Cultural Art?

Become an accomplished human being; soar into the fourth dimension. Artists experience mountaintop consciousness. Having their source in humble devotion to the Lord, Saiva cultural arts: singing, drama, dance, playing musical instruments and creative skills strengthen concentration and are a form of worship. Religious art is an expression of the soul nature, bringing the beauty of the within into manifestation.

Path to Siva, Lesson 66

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How Can We Be Strong Saivite Hindus?

Gurudeva: “The time has come for Hindus of all races, all nations, of all cultures, of all sects to stand up and let the peoples of the world know of the great religion of which they are one of the staunch adherents.” The first way of learning religion is to memorize its tenants. The challenge of living with Siva means bringing religion into the home, into the family, into our interactions with all other people. Kshama-forbearance and patience. Everything we experience we set in motion. Everything is just the next thing to do. Treat everyone in a friendly and inspiring way. Learn our religion and then live by it.

Path to Siva, Lesson 67

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Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami reads from Lesson 68 of the Himalayan Academy publication “Path To Siva,” discussing how Hindus view other religions

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami reads from Lesson 67 of the Himalayan Academy publication “Path To Siva,” discussing how to be a strong Saivite Hindu.

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami reads from Lesson 66 of the Himalayan Academy publication “Path To Siva,” discussing the importance of Hindu Art and Culture

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How Can We Strengthen Our Temple?

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What Is Our Form of Prayer?

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How Do We Celebrate Festivals?

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How Do We Observe Pilgrimage?

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Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami reads from Lesson 65 of the Himalayan Academy publication “Path To Siva,” discussing Hindu Pilgrimage.

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami reads from Lesson 64 of the Himalayan Academy publication “Path To Siva,” discussing Hindu festivals.

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami reads from Lesson 63 of the Himalayan Academy publication “Path To Siva,” discussing Hindu prayer.

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami reads from Lesson 62 of the Himalayan Academy publication “Path To Siva,” discussing our ability to strengthen our Hindu temples by how we approach them.

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What Is the Value of Spiritual Friends?

Friends who are fine, positive and good Hindus will help you most of all. It’s important for parents of teenagers to know their teenager’s friends. Our strength comes from mixing and interacting with others who are practicing sadhana. “The group helps the individual and the individual helps the group.”

Path to Siva, Lesson 58

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How Do We Practice Karma Yoga

Pray to Lord Ganesha before beginning work. Turn everything you do into selfless service, seva, karma yoga. Work becomes worship. Hold the perspective of Sivanadiyar that you are the devoted servant of God Siva. “Do everything you do as Sivathondu. Give up this ‘I’ and mine.”

Path to Siva, Lesson 59

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What Is the Purpose of the Temple?

“As you approach God’s home, you can feel the spiritual energy, and as you go inside you are engulfed in peace.” Trust in and open up to the deity. God is a very subtle presence. The temple and the murti within it are set up so that anyone can feel God’s presence once they have enough devotion. Go to the temple and through the sanctified murti see God. Kumbabishekam purifies the temple, infuses divine energy into the murti. The deity, during puja, resides in the murti. Continuous daily worship perpetuates and over the years strengthens the power of the temple.

Path to Siva, Lesson 60

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How Do We Visit the Temple?

Be close to God by going to the temple. By shifting our minds to our religion the flow of positive karma is intensified. Being open and receptive receive the blessings of the deity. Bask in the divine energy radiating out from the murti. Creating a strong tie to the temple, perform a sacred act when you return home. Light a lamp in your home shrine; bring the vibration and summon the devas from the temple.

Path to Siva, Lesson 61

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