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Exploring the Message of Buddha A very interesting session on ‘Inspired Living’ by Dr Vikrant Tomar introduced me to the fresh nuances of messages of Gautam Buddha. His interesting participative session exploring is interpretation of the soulful Buddhist chant piqued my interest. Buddham [i] Sharanam Gachchami Dhammam Sharanam Gachchami Sangham Sharanam Gachchami …… and the final advise  Up Depo Bhavah A quick search on the net made it clear that most information is basic – the literal meaning of the chant. Just adequate for those like me who loved the soothing feel of the Buddhist chant that is becoming a popular group activity. The literal meaning failed to match what Mr Vikrant had made me feel. It sure seems that in true Indian tradition, the message is open to interpretation(s) and exploration for those who seek. The verses are supposedly in response to a query to Buddha. What should I do to get peace or words to that effect? Where is the sour...

Spirituality is a subject that extolls varying responses from different persons, the response can vary based on individual experiences, religious or atheistic bend of mind, environment and broadly or rather more specifically on individual sensitivity or proclivity to issues of the soul. The journey has been a subject of debate and exploration since the time of the sages when man started exploring religions in its varied form. The prophets and seers have toiled to explain the mysteries. Fascinating stories and simple tales abound which seemed to strike a chord whenever we heard them since our childhood days; starting with the grandma tales. The modern man; the educated man; is a man who revels in his ability to reason and choose. The rigid ceremony and superstitions are almost revulsive to him, at most he would pander to festive or last rite duties and keep safe distance from the religious practices. However in many cases there is a phase of exploration, despite the ...