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		<title>ASHRAM &#8211; Old monk (official video)</title>
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The official video to &#8220;Old Monk&#8221; of the 2nd Ashram album &#8220;Prison without walls&#8221; (December 2011) Produced by Ashram / Mixed by Thom Russo / LM.media production (Shot on Canon 60D, Canon 550D and GoPro HD Hero 2)
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<p>The official video to &#8220;Old Monk&#8221; of the 2nd Ashram album &#8220;Prison without walls&#8221; (December 2011) Produced by Ashram / Mixed by Thom Russo / LM.media production (Shot on Canon 60D, Canon 550D and GoPro HD Hero 2)</p>
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		<title>Ashram (PaulSynthVoices)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:27:01 +0000</pubDate>
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my music
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		<title>NIRMAL KATHA ON DIWALI NIGHT (edited n clear sound)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:07:13 +0000</pubDate>
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Nirmal Vachan NIRMAL KATHA ON DIWALI NIGHT BY HH MAHANT BABA RAM SINGH JI MAHARAJ OF NIRMAL ASHRAM.RISHIKESH
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<p>Nirmal Vachan NIRMAL KATHA ON DIWALI NIGHT BY HH MAHANT BABA RAM SINGH JI MAHARAJ OF NIRMAL ASHRAM.RISHIKESH</p>
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		<title>The Peregrine Dame EP 104 Himalayan Ashram</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:39:03 +0000</pubDate>
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Watch out for the monkeys, we&#8217;re going to meditate! The second of two India episodes with host Rachel Parsons. © 2009 &#8211; 2011 The Peregrine Dame, All Rights Reserved
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<p>Watch out for the monkeys, we&#8217;re going to meditate! The second of two India episodes with host Rachel Parsons. © 2009 &#8211; 2011 The Peregrine Dame, All Rights Reserved</p>
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		<title>Dalai Lama 2010 &#8211; Blessing Ceremony, Rishikesh &#8211; India, Parmath Niketan Ashram</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:04:40 +0000</pubDate>
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His Holiness the Dalai Lama honoured with a special Blessing Ceremony the preview of the Encyclopedia of Hinduism in Rishikesh, India, 3-4 of April 2010 with the participacion of many revered saints and dignitaries of public life. This whole project is directed by Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji, the spiritual leader of the Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Petra [...]]]></description>
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<p>His Holiness the Dalai Lama honoured with a special Blessing Ceremony the preview of the Encyclopedia of Hinduism in Rishikesh, India, 3-4 of April 2010 with the participacion of many revered saints and dignitaries of public life. This whole project is directed by Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji, the spiritual leader of the Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Petra Klein selected the important highlights of this 2-day-long interreligious encounter. The Encyclopedia with its 11 volumes is not only important for Hindus but for the rest of the world. India with his innative wisdom has a responsability to share their knowledge with all human beings. The old science of Yoga for body, mind and spirit helps to harmonize people and to find our true inner self. The Dalai Lama talks about the importance of India for the world, about ecology and a balanced and mindful way of live. His blessing ceremony is accompanied by music, chanting and specific rituals.</p>
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		<title>Swami Purshottamacharyaji Dusherra Satsang &#8211; 5th October 2011 (Part 3)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:39:15 +0000</pubDate>
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Satsang given on 5th October 2011 at Sidhdata Ashram, Faridabad, India
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<p>Satsang given on 5th October 2011 at Sidhdata Ashram, Faridabad, India</p>
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		<title>Efficiency Plus by Swami Ananda Chaitanya @ Yoga Vidya Ashram Chennai &#8211; 4</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:27:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Why To Visit Temples ?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:43:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ WHY TO VISIT TEMPLES ? There are thousands of temples all over India in different size, shape and locations but not all of them are considered to be built the Vedic way . Generally, a temple should be located at a place where earth's magnetic wave path passes through densely . It can be in the outskirts of a town/village or city, or in middle of the dwelling place, or on a hilltop . The essence of visiting a temple is discussed here . Now, these temples are located strategically at a place where the positive energy is abundantly available from the magnetic and electric wave distributions of north/south pole thrust . The main idol is placed in the core center of the temple, known as "Garbhagriha" or Moolasthanam . In fact, the temple structure is built after the idol has been placed . This Moolasthanam is where earth’s magnetic waves are found to be maximum . We know that there are some copper plates, inscribed with Vedic scripts, buried beneath the Main Idol . What are they really? No, they are not God’s / priests’ flash cards when they forget the shlokas . The copper plate absorbs earth’s magnetic waves and radiates it to the surroundings .. Thus a person regularly visiting a temple and walking clockwise around the Main Idol receives the beamed magnetic waves and his body absorbs it . This is a very slow process and a regular visit will let him absorb more of this positive energy . Scientifically, it is the positive energy that we all require to have a healthy life .. Further, the Sanctum is closed on three sides . This increases the effect of all energies . The lamp that is lit radiates heat energy and also provides light inside the sanctum to the priests or poojaris performing the pooja . The ringing of the bells and the chanting of prayers takes a worshipper into trance, thus not letting his mind waver . When done in groups, this helps people forget personal problems for a while and relieve their stress . The fragrance from the flowers, the burning of camphor give out the chemical energy further aiding in a different good aura . The effect of all these energies is supplemented by the positive energy from the idol, the copper plates and utensils in the Moolasthanam /Garbagraham . Theertham, the “holy” water used during the pooja to wash the idol is not plain water cleaning the dust off an idol . It is a concoction of Cardamom, Karpura (Benzoin), zaffron / saffron, Tulsi (Holy Basil), Clove, etc . . . Washing the idol is to charge the water with the magnetic radiations thus increasing its medicinal values . Three spoons of this holy water is distributed to devotees . Again, this water is mainly a source of magneto-therapy . Besides, the clove essence protects one from tooth decay, the saffron &#038; Tulsi leafs protects one from common cold and cough, cardamom and Pachha Karpuram (benzoin), act as mouth fresheners . It is proved that Theertham is a very good blood purifier, as it is highly energized . Hence it is given as prasadam to the devotees . This way, one can claim to remain healthy by regularly visiting the Temples . This is why our elders used to suggest us to offer prayers at the temple so that you will be cured of many ailments . They were not always superstitious . Yes, in a few cases they did go overboard when due to ignorance they hoped many serious diseases could be cured at temples by deities . When people go to a temple for the Deepaaraadhana, and when the doors open up, the positive energy gushes out onto the persons who are there . The water that is sprinkled onto the assemblages passes on the energy to all . This also explains why men are not allowed to wear shirts at a few temples and women are requested to wear more ornaments during temple visits . It is through these jewels (metal) that positive energy is absorbed by the women . Also, it is a practice to leave newly purchased jewels at an idol’s feet and then wear them with the idol’s blessings . This act is now justified after reading this article . This act of “seeking divine blessings” before using any new article, like books or pens or automobiles may have stemmed from this through mere observation . Energy lost in a day’s work is regained through a temple visit and one is refreshed slightly . The positive energy that is spread out in the entire temple and especially around where the main idol is placed, are simply absorbed by one's body and mind . Our practices are NOT some hard &#038; fast rules framed by 1 man and his followers or God’s words in somebody’s dreams. All the rituals, all the practices are, in reality, well researched, studied and scientifically backed thesis which form the ways of nature to lead a good healthy life . The scientific and research part of the practices are well camouflaged as “elder’s instructions” or “granny’s teaching’s” which should be obeyed as a mark of respect so as to once again, avoid stress to the mediocre brains . ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> WHY TO VISIT TEMPLES ? There are thousands of temples all over India in different size, shape and locations but not all of them are considered to be built the Vedic way . Generally, a temple should be located at a place where earth&#8217;s magnetic wave path passes through densely . It can be in the outskirts of a town/village or city, or in middle of the dwelling place, or on a hilltop . The essence of visiting a temple is discussed here . Now, these temples are located strategically at a place where the positive energy is abundantly available from the magnetic and electric wave distributions of north/south pole thrust . The main idol is placed in the core center of the temple, known as &#8220;Garbhagriha&#8221; or Moolasthanam . In fact, the temple structure is built after the idol has been placed . This Moolasthanam is where earth’s magnetic waves are found to be maximum . We know that there are some copper plates, inscribed with Vedic scripts, buried beneath the Main Idol . What are they really? No, they are not God’s / priests’ flash cards when they forget the shlokas . The copper plate absorbs earth’s magnetic waves and radiates it to the surroundings .. Thus a person regularly visiting a temple and walking clockwise around the Main Idol receives the beamed magnetic waves and his body absorbs it . This is a very slow process and a regular visit will let him absorb more of this positive energy . Scientifically, it is the positive energy that we all require to have a healthy life .. Further, the Sanctum is closed on three sides . This increases the effect of all energies . The lamp that is lit radiates heat energy and also provides light inside the sanctum to the priests or poojaris performing the pooja . The ringing of the bells and the chanting of prayers takes a worshipper into trance, thus not letting his mind waver . When done in groups, this helps people forget personal problems for a while and relieve their stress . The fragrance from the flowers, the burning of camphor give out the chemical energy further aiding in a different good aura . The effect of all these energies is supplemented by the positive energy from the idol, the copper plates and utensils in the Moolasthanam /Garbagraham . Theertham, the “holy” water used during the pooja to wash the idol is not plain water cleaning the dust off an idol . It is a concoction of Cardamom, Karpura (Benzoin), zaffron / saffron, Tulsi (Holy Basil), Clove, etc . . . Washing the idol is to charge the water with the magnetic radiations thus increasing its medicinal values . Three spoons of this holy water is distributed to devotees . Again, this water is mainly a source of magneto-therapy . Besides, the clove essence protects one from tooth decay, the saffron &#038; Tulsi leafs protects one from common cold and cough, cardamom and Pachha Karpuram (benzoin), act as mouth fresheners . It is proved that Theertham is a very good blood purifier, as it is highly energized . Hence it is given as prasadam to the devotees . This way, one can claim to remain healthy by regularly visiting the Temples . This is why our elders used to suggest us to offer prayers at the temple so that you will be cured of many ailments . They were not always superstitious . Yes, in a few cases they did go overboard when due to ignorance they hoped many serious diseases could be cured at temples by deities . When people go to a temple for the Deepaaraadhana, and when the doors open up, the positive energy gushes out onto the persons who are there . The water that is sprinkled onto the assemblages passes on the energy to all . This also explains why men are not allowed to wear shirts at a few temples and women are requested to wear more ornaments during temple visits . It is through these jewels (metal) that positive energy is absorbed by the women . Also, it is a practice to leave newly purchased jewels at an idol’s feet and then wear them with the idol’s blessings . This act is now justified after reading this article . This act of “seeking divine blessings” before using any new article, like books or pens or automobiles may have stemmed from this through mere observation . Energy lost in a day’s work is regained through a temple visit and one is refreshed slightly . The positive energy that is spread out in the entire temple and especially around where the main idol is placed, are simply absorbed by one&#8217;s body and mind . Our practices are NOT some hard &#038; fast rules framed by 1 man and his followers or God’s words in somebody’s dreams. All the rituals, all the practices are, in reality, well researched, studied and scientifically backed thesis which form the ways of nature to lead a good healthy life . The scientific and research part of the practices are well camouflaged as “elder’s instructions” or “granny’s teaching’s” which should be obeyed as a mark of respect so as to once again, avoid stress to the mediocre brains . </p>
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