Risen Thoughts

Following up from my previous blog "Older then you think" I have just found a fabolous article about the age of universe. THE UNIVERSE In the early part of this century, two opposing theories about the origin of the universe were postulated. (1) The Steady State theory, which says the universe is never born, never dies, and is always like what it is. (2) The Big bang theory, which says the universe began with a point of energy exploding in a "big-bang". All the matter came into being from energy continuously expanding and changing form. Ultimately the expansion will stop and it will start contracting, ending into nothingness with a "big-crunch". What is before big-bang or after big crunch, the theory doesn’t know. In reality, both the theories are correct. The universe begins from a point with a bang and ends in a point with a crunch. This duration we call one Kalpa (cosmos) or Brahma Diwas (eternal day). It is preceded and succeeded by an equal period dur...

What if humans could live forever—or at least for a thousand years? While such a notion might seem impossible today, it was once considered a reality in ancient times, where Rishis and yogis were said to live for millennia, practicing yoga and meditation. In contrast, today’s diet and lifestyle prevent us from living long, healthy lives. Smoking, alcohol consumption, fatty foods, processed meats, overeating, and an over-reliance on preservatives and sugary drinks all contribute to poor health. Countless studies and articles show that a Sattvic diet—one that emphasizes purity and balance—is ideal for maintaining health. Even better is a plant-based diet, one that avoids animal products. The best diet, it seems, is the one closest to nature. I won’t delve into the specifics of why a meat-free vegetarian diet is beneficial here—you can easily find the research for yourself. The key to living a long life lies in mastering the functions of our bodies and understanding their needs. To begin,...

From a young age, I have been fascinated by the striking similarities between Native Fijian culture and Hindu culture. Initially, I had little knowledge of Fijian traditions, but as I learned more, I discovered many intriguing connections. The Fijians, much like the South Indians, especially the people of Kerala, were skilled seafarers and warriors. Their food habits and clothing are quite similar to those of the South Indian coastal communities. It is well-documented that Micronesian sailors traveled long distances across the vast Pacific Ocean in their rigged sailing canoes. Similarly, Tamil explorers are believed to have sailed as far as New Zealand, navigating the Pacific with remarkable precision. A fascinating piece of evidence supporting this theory is a bell found in New Zealand's Te Papa Museum, which bears an inscription in Tamil. The words "Mohoyideen Buk’s ship’s bell" are etched on it, and it was used as a cooking vessel by the Maori people.  You can click he...