Tag: philosophy

  • Axioms of Vedic Philosophy – Being and Becoming a “Good Samaritan”

    This essay has been published at veDa vaaNee e-magazine and posted at: https://vedasamskrutisamiti.org.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/R3.-Axioms-of-Vedic-Philosophy-%E2%80%93-Tools-for-Being-and-Becoming-a-Good-Samaritan_41-46.pdf Parable of Good Samaritan:The Good Samaritan is a parable told by Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Luke (Luke 10:25-37). It tells the story of a traveler who is beaten, robbed, and left for dead on the road from Jerusalem to Jericho.…

  • “Message after graduation!”

    It is the time after graduation. For many it is time to spread their wings and seek jobs and careers. For others it is time to enter their programs for further studies! Let us take the liberty to offer the following “Message” along with our very best wishes to all the graduates, as they venture…

  • Vedic Philosophy summarized in three Axioms

    “Vedic Philosophy – Finding meaning and purpose in our daily life!” is a series of short videos in a playlist on YouTube. Links for the latest segments 6 and 7, are given below: It is my amateur attempt to document the practical nature of Vedic Philosophy as well as its tangible relevance to daily life.…

  • Moksha – Liberation, Here and Now!

    Moksha – Liberation, Here and Now!Evolution of a “Yogi” through Philosophy, reflection and analytical reasoning derived from Bagawath Geetha and Upanishads.Dr. Krishnamoorthy (Subbu) Subramanian June 21, 2025 is recognized as International Yoga Day. Yoga is seen as a way to control and manage one’s life to maintain peace and harmony within and also with all…

  • Why do God’s children suffer so much?

    I receive a weekly “Spiritual message” composed and edited by a good friend and published through The Vedanta Society, local chapter at Saint Louis, MO. They are brief and amazingly good. Each communication carries a brief message that is ideal for reflection and internalizing. I look at them as sources of learning. Any comments as…

  • Reflecting on Religion and Spirituality in America!

    A recent Pew Research study on “Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off” concludes that after many years of steady decline, the share of Americans who identify as Christians shows signs of leveling off – at least temporarily – at slightly above six-in-ten. This is according to a massive new…

  • What is Brahman? – A short video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B62t1_qT5hkIn this short video, we address the question: What is Brahman?Following is the Transcript of this short Video: Brahman is a profound and fundamental concept of Vedic Philosophy. It is the core and unique basis of Sanatana Dharma  What is Sanatana Dharma? – It is a culture, a way of life rooted in Vedas and…

  • vEda vaaNee – Jan. 2025

    vEda vaaNee is a quarterly e-magazine published by Veda Samskruthi Samithi. Dr. Krishnamoorthy (Subbu) Subramanian is an honorary editor of this magazine. It contains several essays and research articles highlighlighting the various aspects of Sanatana Dharma (i.e.) a way of life and culture rooted in the Vedas (ancient scriptures from Indian Sub-continent).The complete issue is…

  • Is there a Free will?

    Reecntly I came across the following excerpts from one of the weekly mailers I receive on line. “Is there any free will for anyone? Everything is happening and will happen eternally by God’s will. People understand this eventually. Let me give you an example: Here is a cow tied to a post with a long…

  • How can one remain Objective and Unattached/(Neutral)?

    According to Vedic Philosophy, every one of us is called upon to serve as a judge or jury, every moment of our life. One who is a true judge, without being judgmental, lives a life of peace within and harmony with all that surrounds! It is a state of true liberation – Samadhi. Judge Jackson…