Basic Sanatan Concepts E-Book

Munindra Misra

• Herausgeber: Munindra Misra
• Kategorie: Geisteswissenschaft
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 133

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Beschreibung

Sanatan Dharma, the eternal, the ancient art, Guides our lives, plays an essential part;

Karma, the law of action, straight from the heart, Dharma, the duty, from which we can't depart.

Moksha, liberation, from life's endless cart, Rebirth, the cycle, a fresh start;

Atma, the soul, a divine counterpart, Parmatma, the supreme, from us, doesn't part.

Ahimsa, non-violence, a gentle dart, Satya, the truth, a horse-drawn cart;

Yoga, the union, a spiritual chart, In meditation, the mind, finds its smart.

Sanatan concepts, not just an art, They're the essence, the life's sweetheart;

In every breath, in every part, They guide, they lead, to the divine rampart.

Leseprobe

Basic Sanatan Concepts

In English Rhyme

First Edition: 2024 October

ISBN Number: 978-81-19264-89-6

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BASIC SANATAN CONCEPTS

Sanatan Dharma

Sanatan Dharma, the Eternal Dharma, it stands,

An alternative name for Hinduism, across the lands.

The third-largest religion, in the world expands,

Sanatan Dharma, a way of life, in our hands.

This Dharma, with many beliefs, it bands,

Various practices, traditions, life's strands.

Based on the idea of Karma, as it commands,

Every action has a consequence, as it demands.

The concept of reincarnation, at its core,

Holds that the Atma is eternal, forevermore.

Leaves the body after death, to explore,

And dons another body, as folklore.

Brahman, an infinite ocean, Atma, a wave within,

Ocean and waves, a unity, akin.

One and the same, in reality's din,

Brahman and Atma, a oneness, therein.

Sanatan Dharma, with gods, goddesses aplenty,

Each with unique attributes, qualities plenty.

Sacred texts like Vedas, Upanishads, Gita, entry,

Impacting society, with wisdom sentry.

Sanatan Dharma, the world's oldest religion,

Originated in India, with ancient vision.

A complex system of beliefs, with precision,

Covers religion, culture, practices, with decision.

Sanatan Dharma, an all-inclusive path,

Teaches the four Purusarthas, in its wrath.

Dharma (ethics, duties), Artha (prosperity), in its bath,

Kama (desires), Moksha (liberation), its aftermath.

Dharma, the most important belief, in life's rally,

Leads to Moksha, liberation from life's alley.

If Dharma neglected for Artha and Kama, tally,

Then life becomes chaotic, Moksha, a finale.

Sanatan Dharma personifies reincarnation,

One Being with many manifestations, a sensation.

Law of cause and effect, that's Karma, in relation,

Desire for liberation from cycle of birth, rebirth, a station.

Sanatan Dharma, a call to righteousness,

Engaging in spiritual practices, yoga, bhakti, no less.

Sacred writings of two types, no guess,

Shruti (heard) and Smriti (memorized), a press.

Its basic thought – The world is one family,

And all should be carried together, in amity.

Overview

In temples’ incense-laden air,

Sanatana Dharma’s truths declare:

From Himalayan peaks to distant shore,

Its ancient wisdom forevermore.

No single founder, no rigid creed,

Yet unity in diversity we heed.

For every soul, a sacred kin,

In Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam we begin.

The smallest ant, the sage so wise,

All bear the spark that never dies.

“No one superior, none inferior,” they say,

Brothers and sisters on life’s cosmic way.

Responsibility rests upon our hearts,

To honor worth in every part.

Thoughts, words, deeds—a sacred art,

In kindness, truth, and love, we chart.

Om sarve bhavantu sukhinah we chant,

May joy and health in every heart implant.

Pluralism blooms, a fragrant vine,

In myriad paths, the Divine align.

Ekam sat vipraha, the ancient seers knew,

Truth’s facets sparkle, a kaleidoscope view.

Names may differ, yet essence remains,

In unity’s dance, humanity gains.

In sacred texts and temple halls,

Hindu wisdom echoes through time’s walls.

Paths to the Divine, diverse and wide,

No single way, no rigid guide.

“To each their truth,” the sages say,

No dogma binds, no narrow sway.

Proselytize not, for hearts unfold,

In freedom’s dance, all souls behold.

Across vast ages, lands untold,

Hindus tread lightly, hearts of gold.

Never conquest in religion’s name,

Peace blooms where pluralism came.

Around world’s shores, a testament true,

Unity’s embrace, prosperity grew.

Hindu brand of love, like fragrant rain,

Nurtured coexistence, erased pain.

Satcitananda

Satcitananda, a term so profound and deep,

A descriptor for the ultimate reality we seek.

Unchanging Brahman, the core of Hindu thought,

In Vedanta, its significance is taught.

Existence, consciousness, and bliss pure,

Or truth, awareness, and joy to be sure.

Satcitananda, a Sanskrit word combined,

From "sat", "chit", and "ananda" defined.

Inseparable from the ultimate nature's face,

A triad that forms a divine embrace.

They symbolize the idea, the ultimate truth,

Brahman, beyond words, in absolute.

The source of all existence, it stands,

The essence of all that in the universe expands.

Beyond ordinary human grasp and sight,

The peak of consciousness, spiritual light.

In the silence of meditation, it's found,

A state of being, profound and sound.

It's the essence of the self, the Atman within,

The realization of which, is true liberation.

Satcitananda, it's not just a philosophy,

But a path to self-realization and spirituality.

A journey inward, to the core of our being,

Where the ultimate truth, one starts seeing.

So, embark on this journey, oh seeker of truth,

With Satcitananda as your guide, your sleuth.

Discover the Brahman, the ultimate reality,

Experience existence, consciousness, bliss in totality.

Sat (सत्)

"Sat": A term that signifies "being, existence",

A concept that's "real, actual" in its essence.

It stands for "true, good, right", in its purity,

A symbol of that which exists in surety.

The existence, the essence, the being so true,

Reflects the reality, the world we pursue.

The truly existent, the good, the right,

Shines brightly, like a star in the night.

"Sat", a word that's more than it seems,

A term that's woven into life's dreams.

It's the truth that underlies reality's weave,

The essence of all that we perceive.

Cit (चित्)

"Cit": The Consciousness, the Spirit, the Atma so pure,

A source of knowledge, an essence that's sure.

It's the light within us, a beacon so bright,

Guiding us through life, with its radiant light.

The Atma, the soul, the eternal flame,

Unchanging, undying, always the same.

It's the essence of experience, the core of our being,

The silent observer, all-knowing, all-seeing.

"Cit", it's more than just a word,

It's the melody of life, waiting to be heard.

It's the rhythm of existence, the cosmic dance,

An eternal symphony, given a chance.

So, delve within, seek the "Cit" inside,

In the silence of your heart, let it be your guide.

For in its wisdom, you'll find your way,

In the journey of life, come what may.

Ananda (आनन्द)

"Ananda", the Happiness, Joy, and Bliss so free,

One of the three attributes of Brahman's decree.

It's the ecstasy that transcends the mundane,

A state of being, beyond pleasure and pain.

Ananda, it's not just fleeting happiness,

But a profound joy, a deep-rooted bliss.

It's the contentment that comes from within,

A state of completeness, free from sin.

It's the joy that permeates the universe,

The bliss that in every atom does immerse.

Ananda, it's the divine ecstasy,

The ultimate goal of every spiritual journey.

So, seek Ananda, oh seeker of truth,

In the silence of your heart, find the proof.

For in Ananda, you'll find your release,

In the bliss of Brahman, you'll find your peace.

Satcitananda (सच्चिदानन्द)

Satcitananda, the "truth consciousness bliss" so pure,

A concept in life that's the ultimate cure.

It's the awareness of life, the bliss of reality,

A state of being, beyond normality.

Satcitananda, it's not just a philosophy,

But a way of life, a path to spirituality.

It's the truth that underlies our existence,

The consciousness that transcends resistance.

It's the bliss that permeates every moment,

A joy that's more than just a component.

It's the reality that's beyond the physical,

A state of being that's truly mystical.

So, seek Satcitananda, oh seeker of truth,

In the silence of your heart, find the proof.

For in truth, consciousness, and bliss, you'll find,

A state of being that's truly divine.

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Sandhyopasana

Overview

Sandhyopasana, in Sanskrit, it was born,

Now in English, its wisdom is worn.

To guide the English reader in its way,

And perform the Sandhyopasana each day.

A Hindu duty, Sandhyopasana stands tall,

At dawn, mid-day, and dusk, it calls.

Known as the Trikal Sandhya, it's seen,

A worship ritual, in Hinduism, it's been.

For the twice-born, with the holy thread,

Sandhyopasana should be performed, it's said.

Offering water to the sun, with respect and grace,

Chanting the Gayatri mantra, in a steady pace.

To purify oneself, in spirit and form,

Sandhyopasana is the norm.

It strengthens the intellect, awakens energy,

Synchronizes with the universe, in synergy.

For those who've received the holy thread,

Into Vedic culture, they've been led.

A Nitya Karma, an act of sincerity,

For self-improvement, a daily duty.

It bestows spiritual lustre, grace divine,

Purifies the mind, makes the body shine.

Cuts the chain of old samskaras, impressions of past,

Consists of Arghya, Pranayama & Japa, and Upasthana cast.

Who performs Sandhyopasana, with honesty and care,

Becomes powerful, calm, beyond compare.

Sheds old Samskara chains, changes his fate,

Brings purity, Atma-Bhava, devotion innate.

Sandhyopasana includes exercises of breath,

True Meditation, self-examination, till death.

That Pranayama, Dhyan, Atma Vichar, it's known,

In Narad Puran, Sandhyopasanavidhi, Manu Smriti, it's shown.

So, perform Sandhyopasana, embrace its light,

In the journey of life, it's a guiding sight.

For in its wisdom, you'll find your way,

In the dance of existence, come what may.

Definition

Vṛddha Yajnavalkya:

In the realm of wisdom, a sage does reside,

Vṛddha Yajnavalkya, a guide on life's tide.

His teachings, profound, like a river wide,

In the currents of knowledge, he is our guide.

He speaks of Sandhya, a ritual divine,

Governed by devas, in a sacred line.

Morning's Gayatri, in white does shine,

Noon's Savitri, in red does align,

Evening's Sarasvati, in dark blue, a sign.

His words, like a melody, in rhythm and rhyme,

Speak of existence, of the cosmic time.

A meditation complete, a spiritual climb,

In the twilight, the dawn, the dusk's prime.

So, let's embark on this journey, let's unwind,

With Vṛddha Yajnavalkya's wisdom in mind.

For in his teachings, we may find,

A path to the divine, to the enlightened kind.

Sandhya, by devas, it's specifically led,

Morning's white hue is Gayatri, it's said.

Noon's red brilliance is Savitri's thread,

Evening, black or dark blue, is Sarasvati's spread.

Madhava:

In the realm of wisdom, where sages dwell,

Madhava stands, his teachings to tell.

His interpretation of Sandhya, a sacred spell,

A ritual performed in time's own well.

Sandhya, he says, is more than a rite,

It's the juncture of time, morning to night.

Performed in its name, in the divine light,

A spiritual journey, a celestial flight.

Madhava's Sandhya, a moment so pure,

A pause in time, with allure.

A bridge between now and the future,

A path to the divine, that's for sure.

So, let's embrace the wisdom, let's see,

The beauty of Sandhya, as told by Madhava, free.

For in his teachings, we may find the key,

To understanding life, and the divine mystery.

Nṛsimha:

In the realm of wisdom, where knowledge is the key,

Nrsimha stands tall, his teachings like a sea.

His interpretation of Sandhya, a spiritual decree,

A complete meditation, a journey to the free.

Sandhya, he says, is more than a word,

It's a state of being, where the self is heard.

A meditation complete, like a soaring bird,

In the silence of the soul, the divine is stirred.

Nrsimha's Sandhya, a moment of peace,

Where the noise of the world does cease.

A journey inward, where all doubts release,

A path to the divine, where we find our lease.

So, let's embrace the wisdom, let's agree,

The beauty of Sandhya, as told by Nrsimha, free.

For in his teachings, we may find the spree,

To understanding life, and the divine decree.

Vyasa:

In the realm of wisdom, where truth does reside,

Vyasa stands, his teachings our guide.

His interpretation of Sandhya, a spiritual tide,

Performed in the transitional moment, he confided.

Sandhya, he says, is more than a rite,

It's the twilight, the dawn, the dusk's light.

Performed during the solar noon, in its might,

A ritual that transcends the day and night.

Vyasa's Sandhya, a moment of transition,

A pause in time, a divine mission.

A bridge between moments, a sacred condition,

A path to the divine, a spiritual ambition.

So, let's embrace the wisdom, let's see,

The beauty of Sandhya, as told by Vyasa, free.

For in his teachings, we may find the key,

To understanding life, and the divine decree.

Sandhya

Sandhya, a moment, a pause in time,

A sacred ritual, a rhythm, a rhyme.

At dawn, at dusk, at noon's prime,

A bridge between worlds, sublime.

A term in Sanskrit, meaning 'twilight',

A juncture of day and night.

A moment of transition, of changing light,

A spiritual practice, a divine rite.

Sandhya, a meditation, a journey within,

A search for truth, beyond the din.

A moment of silence, away from the spin,

A path to the divine, where we begin.

So, let's embrace Sandhya, let's be,

In the moment, in the now, truly free.

For in Sandhya, we may see,

The beauty of life, in its simplicity.

The Sandhyopasana

श्रीपरमात्मने न्मः

Shriparamatmane nmah

Greet the east at dawn or when the sun is high,

Bid the west hello as the day begins to die;

On a mat of purity, sit with calm and ease,

Perform the 'Tilak' with a mind at peace.

After reciting the mantra given below earnestly,

Do sprinkle some water on your very own body.

ॐ अपवित्रः पवित्रो वा सर्वावस्थां गतोऽपि वा ।

यः स्मरेत्पुण्डरीकाक्षं स बाह्याभ्यन्तरः शुचिः ॥

Aum apavitrah pavitro va sarvavasthaan gato’pi va

yah smaretpuṇḍarikakṣhan s bahyabhyantarah shuchiah

In the realm of the sacred, the symbol 'ॐ' does reside,

Impure or pure, in all states, it's a guide.

Whether you've traversed every path, high and low,

Or stayed in one place, letting life's river flow.

Remember the lotus-eyed one, in thought, word, and deed,

And find yourself cleansed, in both inner and outer creed.

No matter the state in which one may exist,

Unclean or clean, in life's every twist,

Whoever recalls the Lord with the lotus gaze,

Finds purity within, and in outward ways.

With resolve, take water in your right hand,

State the year, month, date, gotra, like a command.

Speak your name, add 'Sharman' if a Brahman you be,

'Verma' for Kshatriya, and 'Gupta' for Vaishya, you see.

ॐ तत्सदद्यैतस्य ब्रह्मणो द्वितीयपरार्धे श्रीश्वेतवाराहकल्पे जम्बूद्वीपे

भरतखण्डे आर्यावर्तैकदेशान्तर्गते पुण्यक्षेत्रे कलियुगे कलिप्रथमचरणे

अमुकसंवत्सरे अमुकमासे अमुकपक्षे अमुकतिथौ अमुकवासरे

अमुकगोत्रोत्पन्नोऽसुकशर्माहं प्रातःसंध्योपासन कर्म करिष्ये॥

Aum tatsadadyaitasya brahmaṇo dvitiyaparardhe shrishvetavarahakalpe jambūdvipe

Bharatakhaṇḍe aryavartaikadeshantargate puṇyakṣhetre kaliyuge kaliprathamacharaṇe

Amukasanvatsare amukamase amukapakṣhe amukatithau amukavasare

Amukagotrotpanno’sukasharmahan pratahsandhyopasan karma kariṣhye

In the realm of the divine, where 'ॐ' does reside,

In the second half of Brahman, where truths abide.

In Sri Shvetavaraha Kalpa, where time and space collide,

On Jambudvipa, where life's mysteries hide.

In Bharat's land, where ancient wisdoms were tried,

In Aryavarta, where virtues and values are allied.

In the sacred region, where purity is applied,

In the age of Kali, where darkness and light coincide.

In the year _____, where destiny is tied,

In the month and fortnight, where lunar cycles guide.

On the day _____, where sun and stars provide,

Born in a noble clan, where traditions are the pride.

I, named Sharman, with the dawn at my side,

Pledge to perform my worship, with humility as my guide.

ॐ

Now in the latter half of this Brahman, we see,

In Sri Svetavaraha Kalpa, at ____ place, be it sea or tree.

In the initial phase of Kali, in the Kali Yuga, free,

In Bharat's land, within the sacred Aryavarta, as decree.

In the year __, month __, fortnight __, with glee,

On date __, day __, as the calendar agree,

Born in the ____ clan, named ____ Sharman, a devotee,

I pledge to worship, morning and evening, faithfully.

After chanting the mantra below, with sincerity,

I let drops of water fall to the earth, reverently.

पृथ्वीति मन्त्रस्य मेरूपृष्ठ ऋषिः सुतलं छन्दः कूर्मो देवता आसने विनियोगः ॥

Pṛuthviti mantrasya merūpṛuṣhṭha ṛuṣhiah sutalan chhandah kūrmo devata asane Viniyogah

The mantra of the Earth, so profound and deep,

Meru's peak is the sage, secrets it does keep.

In the rhythm of Sutalam, the verses leap,

Kurma, the divine turtle, its wisdom we reap.

In the seat of invocation, where energies seep,

The sacred chant resonates, in a flow so steep.

The sage of the mantra Pṛthvi, is Pṛthvi, the deity divine,

The chant of this mantra, in Sutala's rhythm, does align.

Sprinkle some water on the earth, a gesture benign,