by Seb Gates | Jun 25, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
There are no historical records of Mahavatar Babaji’s birth and life. However, this article summarizes what is known about Babaji and his connection to Kriya Yoga. Mahavatar Babaji’s Early Life Records suggest he was born around 200 AD in Parangipettai, a...
by Seb Gates | Jun 20, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
Kundalini energy is a sublime life-force within the human body, often linked to Kundalini awakenings. It represents divine feminine energy and fuels human creativity. But how do we awaken this energy? Traditionally, through yoga practice. Yoga has been a key tool for...
by Seb Gates | Jun 15, 2025 | Rituals & Chanting
The origin of the Vishnu Sahasranama The Vishnu Sahasranama (sometimes referred to as the 1000 names of Vishnu) was first chanted in praise of Lord Krishna on the Battlefield of Kurukshetra. The Kurukshetra war involved two feuding sides of the same family dynasty...
by Seb Gates | Jun 10, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
Canto 9 of the Shrimad Bhagavatam, known as the Dynasties of the Sons of Manu, explores the royal lineages that shaped the world’s history, particularly those connected to the sun and moon dynasties. Though much of the canto may appear to be a list of names and...
by Seb Gates | Jun 5, 2025 | Yoga and Meditation
What is a mala (AKA chanting beads)? Mala beads are a string of beads used to help chant a mantra. Also known as prayer beads or a rosary, they play a key role in many spiritual traditions. In Hinduism, a mala typically has 108 beads, considered a sacred number (more...
