Shishya
ShishyaShishya is the concept of a spiritual guide or teacher enlightening a disciple through oral teachings. This is a common idea in religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism. Individuals seeking to learn the spiritual path of yoga may engage in shishya with a trusted guru or teacher The spiritual relationship of shishya sees the guru vocally passing on their knowledge of different aspects of life to the disciple. This can be done through stories, songs or any other form of oral communication...
Shishya
ShishyaShishya is the concept of a spiritual guide or teacher enlightening a disciple through oral teachings. This is a common idea in religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism. Individuals seeking to learn the spiritual path of yoga may engage in shishya with a trusted guru or teacher The spiritual relationship of shishya sees the guru vocally passing on their knowledge of different aspects of life to the disciple. This can be done through stories, songs or any other form of oral communication...
GURU
What is Guru ?Guru is a term that is understood to mean "instructor" or "teacher." In the culture of yoga, however, the term has a much more profound meaning. The disciple of yoga considers a guru to be a trusted spiritual master. In many yoga traditions, an intimate relationship with one’s guru is akin to a relationship with the Divine and is considered to be fundamental to the achievement of enlightenment. The word, guru, is a Sanskrit adjective that literally means, "heavy" or "venerable."...
GURU
What is Guru ?Guru is a term that is understood to mean "instructor" or "teacher." In the culture of yoga, however, the term has a much more profound meaning. The disciple of yoga considers a guru to be a trusted spiritual master. In many yoga traditions, an intimate relationship with one’s guru is akin to a relationship with the Divine and is considered to be fundamental to the achievement of enlightenment. The word, guru, is a Sanskrit adjective that literally means, "heavy" or "venerable."...
Mahatama
A person of great prestige in a field of endeavorMahatma is an adaptation of the Sanskrit word mahātman, which literally meant "great-souled." As a general, uncapitalized English noun, "mahatma" can refer to any great person; in India, it is used as a title of love and respect. When capitalized, however, it usually refers to Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the great leader who helped guide India to independence in 1947. Renowned for his policy of nonviolent protest, he was widely known as "Mahatm...
Mahatama
A person of great prestige in a field of endeavorMahatma is an adaptation of the Sanskrit word mahātman, which literally meant "great-souled." As a general, uncapitalized English noun, "mahatma" can refer to any great person; in India, it is used as a title of love and respect. When capitalized, however, it usually refers to Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the great leader who helped guide India to independence in 1947. Renowned for his policy of nonviolent protest, he was widely known as "Mahatm...
Sadhu
Part IIThere are believed to be around five million sadhus belonging to several thousand schools or sects in India. Most sadhus are males. The few females ones are called “sadvin” (the feminine of sadhu). The most conservative sadhus, the “nagas”, wear only a loin cloth and have long stringy locks of hair that resemble dreadlocks. Some have nicknames like "Long Haired Man" in honor of locks that if uncoiled would reach the ground. Sadhus are revered by Hindus as representatives of the gods. B...
Sadhu
Part IIThere are believed to be around five million sadhus belonging to several thousand schools or sects in India. Most sadhus are males. The few females ones are called “sadvin” (the feminine of sadhu). The most conservative sadhus, the “nagas”, wear only a loin cloth and have long stringy locks of hair that resemble dreadlocks. Some have nicknames like "Long Haired Man" in honor of locks that if uncoiled would reach the ground. Sadhus are revered by Hindus as representatives of the gods. B...
SADHU
Sadhu Saint Part ISadhus” are wandering ascetics affiliated with a wide range of Hindu religious orders and schools. Found throughout India and Nepal, they are seen in towns and cities and walking along roads with begging pots and staffs. They are respected by Hindus and given food in return for their blessings and prayers. They are also known as babas. A fakir is a holy man who lives by begging. Sadhu have been around for at least 2000 years . They were called "the silent ones" or the "the l...
SADHU
Sadhu Saint Part ISadhus” are wandering ascetics affiliated with a wide range of Hindu religious orders and schools. Found throughout India and Nepal, they are seen in towns and cities and walking along roads with begging pots and staffs. They are respected by Hindus and given food in return for their blessings and prayers. They are also known as babas. A fakir is a holy man who lives by begging. Sadhu have been around for at least 2000 years . They were called "the silent ones" or the "the l...
