QUESTIONS
What is life and who is God?
It is commonly believed that Adi Sesha incarnated as Lakshmana and as Balarama. Why did he, in Krishna Avatara alone, incarnate as elder to the Lord?
How to practice effectively the concept of "attached detachment" and "detached attachment" in worldly life?
What is the aim of life?
My family members chant the Mahamantra. But their attitude is unchanged. They seem to be finding fault with others and hurt others with their words or behavior. How will God grace remain with such people who knowingly hurt or insult others?
Isn’t it unfair to give the ‘amrut’ only to the Devas and deceive the Asuras? If you and me are in a joint business venture and I take all the profit for myself, is it justified?
I become angry and emotional when my little kids make mistakes and disobey me. Later I feel bad for it. Should I be continue to be strict to them and monitor them so that they can be mended or should I just be a silent spectator leaving everything to God’s will?
I am always tensed about my future and my life. That is spoiling my moment-to-moment happiness. My position is good now, however, the future is uncertain. The fear of future is killing me. I chant the Nama, but am not able to concentrate. What should I do?
Our religion says that the supreme God is one and is beyond name and form. Why then does our scriptures talk about so many Devas, Demigods and the like? Some even make fun of this. How come there are so many Gods as per our tradition?
How many forests constitute the Brindavan?
How long did the war between Sri Rama and Ravana last?
In the first chapter of the tenth canto of Srimad Bhagavatam, it is said that a heavenly voice ('asarira vaak') foretold Kamsa’s death in the hands of the eighth child of Devaki. What is its purport?
What is the best offering that I can give to my Guru Maharaj?
In any field like sports/study etc., generally practice makes one perfect. But in spiritual field it seems like a never- ending practice and struggle. The goal is never reached. Is there an easy way of reaching this goal of life and see the results within a couple of years?
Bhagavan Ramana’s preaching is that the word ‘I’ is the greatest mantra, greater than even the Pranava Mantra, and by constantly practicing self-enquiry, the mind will merge into its source and liberation results. But I am not able to reconcile Ramana's saying with your statement "Mahamantra of Krishna is the greatest mantra". How can somebody who has realized say that only one particular form is the greatest while every form has to be eventually abandoned. Is not the enquiry ‘Who Am I’ the only path where all other paths end? Please clarify.
Why do the temples have more than one deity apart from the main deity? Is it right to worship more than one god at the same time?
"I am trying hard to quit smoking, but I am not able to. Please suggest me a way."
Paul Brunton's other book: A search in secret _____________.
Which among these is the easiest way for liberation -- Guru Bhakti, Bhagavat Bhakti or building and renovating temples?
Who is the author of the book 'A Search in Secret India'?
How many years did the divine avatar of Lord Krishna last on earth?
What musical instruments have been referred to, even in our Vedas?
An atheist is defined as the one who refutes religion and God. Would be right to call Sri J Krishnamurti an atheist? If not, what is the difference the two?
In Ramayana, was it right on Sri Rama's part to heed to the words of a dhobi (washer man) and send Sita Devi to the forest?
'Sharanagati' (Surrender) -- Is it an action or a feeling?
In Ramayana, why did Sri Rama kill Vali, hiding behind a tree?
In Ramayana, what is the name of Sita Devi's mother (King Janaka's wife) ?
Why is the concept of God so confusing? Why can't it be simple? Can't I look up to him as my best friend, philosopher and guide?
What happens to the soul after it is departed from the body?
