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Weekly Knowledge #3⃣1⃣8⃣ Bangalore Ashram 16 Aug 2001  India LOVE AND AUTHORITY Love and authority are totally opposite values yet they co-exist. The grosser the consciousness, authority has to be more pronounced. The more refined and subtle the consciousness, lesser is the need to exercise authority. When you are gross, you demand authority and when you demand authority, love recedes. Asserting authority indicates lack of confidence and love. The more evident one’s authority, the less sensitive and effective it will be. A sensible person would not demand authority at all... but will assume it. (laughter) The most effective CEOs will not make you feel their authority, for authority can never bring inspiration. Your sincere servant has more authority over you than your boss, isn't that so? A baby has full authority over the mother. Similarly, a devotee has all the authority over the Divine, though he never exercises it. So, the subtler you become, the more authority you...

Weekly Knowledge #3⃣1⃣9⃣ Bangalore Ashram 23 Aug 2001  India GANESHA The lord of the diverse universe is called Ganesh. The whole universe is nothing but groups of atoms, groups of quality, of energy. Gana means group and a group cannot exist without a lord. Like the queen bee whose mere existence brings forth the honeycomb, this diverse universe in itself is enough evidence for Ganesha's presence. This Ganesha, or the lord, was born from the unmanifest transcendental consciousness, the Self, called Shiva. Just as when atoms get bonded, matter comes into existence; when all the fragmented aspects of the human consciousness get bonded, Divine happens effortlessly and that is the birth of Ganesha from Shiva. 🌻 Jai Guru Dev🌻  *Hindi translation* सप्ताहिक ज्ञानपत्र ३१९ २३ अगस्त, २००१ बंगलौर आश्रम, भारत गणेश इस वैविध्यपूर्ण ब्रम्हांड के अधिपति को गणेश कहते है। यह सम्पूर्ण ब्रह्मांड और कुछ नही केवल परमाणुओं का समूह है, गुणों और ऊर्जा का समूह है। “गण” का अर्थ है समूह और...

Tupistra nutans (Nakima), commonly known as "Himalayan arrowroot" or "wild rice," is a plant found in the Himalayan region. While its flowers are used as a vegetable delicacy, the plant has some medicinal properties as well: Traditional Medicine: In some traditional medicinal practices in the Himalayan region, various parts of Tupistra nutans are used to treat ailments. The rhizomes, in particular, are used for their potential medicinal properties. Digestive Aid: The rhizomes of Tupistra nutans are sometimes used to aid digestion and alleviate gastrointestinal issues. Anti-Inflammatory: Some traditional remedies use extracts from Tupistra nutans for their potential anti-inflammatory properties. Anti-Rheumatic: It's also believed to have properties that can help with rheumatic conditions, although scientific studies supporting this claim are limited. Wound Healing: In certain traditional applications, Tupistra nutan...

The scientific name of the common marigold plant is Tagetes patula. Marigolds are known for their various medicinal properties, which include: Anti-Inflammatory: Marigold extracts have anti-inflammatory properties and can be used to soothe skin conditions and reduce inflammation. Antioxidant: Marigolds contain compounds that act as antioxidants, helping to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Wound Healing: Marigold extracts are often used topically to aid in wound healing and reduce the risk of infection. Anti-Microbial: Marigolds have natural antimicrobial properties, making them useful in treating various skin infections. Eye Health: Marigold extracts are used in some eye drops and solutions to help with eye health, particularly for conditions like conjunctivitis. Digestive Health: Marigold tea or extracts may be used to soothe digestive issues, such as ulcers and gastritis. Please note that while marigolds have these potential medicinal propert...

Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) is commonly known as holy basil. Some of the best known health benifits of Tulsi are 1. Healthy Heart Holy basil contains vitamin C and antioxidants such as eugenol, which protects the heart from the harmful effects of free radicals. Eugenol also proves useful in reducing cholesterol levels in the blood. 2. Anti-aging Vitamin C and A, phytonutrients, in Holy Basil are great antioxidants and protect the skin from almost all the damages caused by free radicals. 3. Treats Kidney Stones Tulsi acts a mild diuretic & detoxifying agent which helps in lowering the uric acid levels in the body. Acetic acid present in holy basil helps in the breakdown of the stones. 4. Relieves Headaches Tulsi is a natural headache reliever which can also relieve migraine pain. 5. Fights Acne Holy basil helps kill bacteria and infections. The primary active compound of holy basil oil is eugenol which helps fight skin related disorders. Ocimum Sanctum helps t...