What is Karma? July 29, 2011 on 7:00 am Dear Spiritual Explorer: Could you talk about karma? Joan F., Santa Cruz, CA Dear Joan: When I walked into the store today, I noticed the many Prayer Flags, particularly Sacred Symbols of the World Flags which pays homage to the great spiritual traditions of the world. … Read more
It’s Never Too Late September 30, 2011 on 7:06 am Dear Spiritual Explorer: I feel like I’m running out of time to fulfill spiritual aspirations. I’m still dealing with anger, envy, and all other character traits that seem difficult to extinguish. Can you give me some assistance? George R., San Bernadino, CA No Time To … Read more
Welcome To Ma’s India Blog Tuesday, January 19, 2010 When I grew up in the 40’s and 50’s, certain jeweled ornaments worn around the neck were mainly called “lockets.” I don’t recall those pieces of memorabilia designated as “pendants.” They occupied a special sentimental place in your heart and upon your person. When you touched … Read more
The Blessing of Celebrating Nityananda’s Birthday March 30, 2010 on 10:00 am From the desk of The Spiritual Explorer Swami Nityananda As dusk fell and the smell of the smoke of the dhuni wafted upwards, the beating of the drums and chanting began. Shortly afterwards, one saw in the distance the snakelike, graceful procession of … Read more
Welcome To Ma’s India Blog Thursday, August 13, 2009 The word rudraksha comes from the ancient Sanskrit words, “Rudra” and “Aksha.” Rudra is a more fierce aspect of Shiva and “aksha” means teardrop. Hindu tales speak of Shiva, the great contemplative mystic, looking down at humanity and crying true tears of compassion. In that moment, … Read more
Welcome To Ma’s India Blog Friday, February 26, 2010 At Ma’s India we meet a lot of people interested in meditation. They usually come into our store after a darshan meditation given by our guru Ma Jaya, full of enthusiasm for the practice of meditation. Some are beginners, some are intermediate meditators and some are … Read more
Do Bodhi Seeds Make Good Malas? February 24, 2011 on 10:00 am Dear Spiritual Explorer: I am tired of seeing those multi colored crystal malas that seem shallow. I feel that a mala should carry the resonance of the earth, sun and sky so that one can truly connect to Spirit. Joan Namath, Berkeley, CA … Read more
The Art of Meditation: Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Meditators February 26, 2010 on 3:00 pm At Ma’s India we meet a lot of people interested in meditation. They usually come into our store after a darshan meditation given by our guru Ma Jaya, full of enthusiasm for the practice of meditation. Some are beginners, some … Read more
Spiritually Adorned By Earrings December 27, 2010 on 11:00 am Dear Spiritual Explorer: Can you recommend an unusual earring that is both potentially spiritual and beautiful? Ginny M., Atlanta, GA Kundalini Spiral Earring Dear Ginny: I have at Ma’s India just what you are looking for. Beautiful, spiritually evocative and unusual within one earring: Kundalini … Read more
Welcome To Ma’s India Blog Thursday, January 14, 2010 Hand malas have become quite the fancy item. Worn on the wrist, these malas are not only purposeful for practicing your mantra, but they are decorative. Usually consisting of 27 beads, the beads consist of semi-precious stones, ornamental glass, crystals, and even marble. Prayer beads and … Read more