A Lotus In The Mud

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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's address at Madison Square Garden in New York last weekend amid protests was a masterclass in public diplomacy... read more on Lotus https://t.co/vjv2rNTo7R
and here a deep message a Lotus writer read in his MSG speech :
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The devastation in the Nepal floods last week and beginning of the Jain observation of Paryushan spurs Dhruti Rathi to reflect on the impermanence of life as in the 12 Bhavanas described in a song offering vivid metaphors drawn from everyday life. https://t.co/6zQdrhzTKj

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BREAING NEWS: Akshardham temple in Robbinsville, NJ, is building the world’s first museum dedicated to Hinduism to showcase India’s rich cultural heritage, science and spirituality. Read report here: https://t.co/F7Yz5Xa5ij

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Excitement is building up for our June 14 celebration of the meditative aspects of yoga, and if you have not registered already, maybe this beautifully presented promo will motivate you to join us. https://t.co/FIGOKCSY6q

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Defending Trump in his feud with the Pope, Vice President JD Vance referred to the 'just-war theory".
What is a just war as in Christianity and as laid out in the Indian epic Mahabharat, read here:
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Sadhguru, Dr. Tony Nader (head of the TM movement), Blossom Kochhar, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, and now NYC Mayor Eric Adams - exclusive interviews we have published on Lotus. The Mayor promotes plant-based lifestyle in NYC schools and hospitals. Here link: https://t.co/CfzDKk8cpG

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The Dalai Lama at 90. Lotus India chief Raji Menon Prakash picked just two key aspects - what he has taught the world about forgiveness and resilience. His unwavering message: Let your pain become peace. Let your journey become light. https://t.co/fSw71yasIq

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This Guru Purnima (July 10), we light a lamp for all the unseen teachers: the ones who didn’t lecture, but radiated. The ones who didn’t give answers, but showed us how to sit with the questions. Read on
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250 people came to celebrate the International Day of Yoga on June 22 on Long Island. Instead of yoga postures, they were exposed to the meditational forms at the Spirit of Yoga event co-hosted by https://t.co/47kY0WECrq and the Brahma Kumaris organization in Great Neck, NY.

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Friends, if you live in New York metro area, please join us for this delightful event. We are particularly excited about the sound bath presentation by Antonia Fthenakis, and the Story of Yoga in Dance by Dr Anjali Grover.

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Read all about Indian American Chandrika Tandon's musical journey: https://t.co/9fLhT4TUy0

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Indian American businesswoman, philanthropist and musician Chandrika Tandon has won a Grammy in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant category for her album ‘Triveni’, a blend of ancient chants and world music. She received the trophy at the awards ceremony in LA on Feb 2.

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Indian diaspora in the US and elsewhere fear losing their culture, language and religious traditions. Rajesh Sengamedu’s book, ‘Desi Dharma aur Dilemma’, bridges the gap between tradition and modernity, giving useful pointers: https://t.co/UAuStFTzbl

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All about the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Pryagraj, India, that will be attended by 400 million Hindus, more than the population of America. Here in one article
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Our first Viral Post on https://t.co/47kY0WFagY... at a time when most are immersed in making and spending more and more money, 'Frugal Living' resonated with so many readers. So, if you want to save what you have, or save the planet, read on: https://t.co/RVBITtuqfi

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Yes, it is the Greatest Show on Earth, with 400 million pilgrims and tourists expected to converge in Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh, India) from January 13 to February 26, 2025. Read it here: https://t.co/9gud8kX2M4

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After Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday comes Giving Tuesday! Help Lotus spread happiness, health, and fulfillment. Donate to the American Center for Wellness and Spirituality, a nonprofit that publishes Lotus. To donate via PayPal, click: https://t.co/S9tsNhvMip

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My Diwali column on https://t.co/jMlK1NRhZz explores the deeper meaning of Diwali and tries to understand the spirit of Hinduism. here the link https://t.co/7rqixKOJlH

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Navratri = garba, Diwali = melas and parties? Responding to the provocative question 'Is being 'cultural Hindu' becoming the new normal'?, 12 prominent people who commented are not despairing. Read why:
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