The Death Experience Proves Existence Of Self

Reflecting on life Adi Shankracharya in Bhajagovindam asserts, ‘One is interested in play when he is a child, in women when he is young and, when he grows old, he is lost in thoughts. No one is interested in inquiring into what is truly real’. The ‘truly real’ is that which is non-transitory and therefore permanent.
The real is not external but internal to human beings. Since ‘we are created with the sense organs facing outward’ we have to make a conscious, continuous and diligent effort to look inwards. Someone who is wise, desiring immortality, sees the inner Self, by turning his gaze inwards and asking the question ‘Who am I’?
Ramana Maharshi learnt this during his two ‘death experiences’  in 1886 and 1912. The first experience was as a sixteen-year-old and the second was when he was 33 years of age.
In the first experience he, without any physical or psychological reason, suddenly felt the violent fear of death that drove his mind inwards and he said to himself, ‘Now death has come; what does it mean? What is it that is dying? This body dies’.
The question arose in his mind ‘with the death of the body, am I dead? Is the body I? Body is silent and inert, but i feel the full force of my personality and even the voice of I within me’. So I am the Spirit transcending the body. The body dies but the spirit transcending it cannot be touched by death. That means I am the deathless Spirit’.
The second death experience was felt in quick succession thrice. He felt as if a white curtain was drawn and darkness and faintness descended on his vision. His skin turned blue. His breathing and blood circulation stopped.
He says, ‘I could distinctly see the gradual process. There was a stage when I could still see a part of the landscape clearly while the rest was covered by the advancing curtain. It was just like drawing a slide across one's view in a stereoscope’.
About the second and third stages he says, ‘When darkness and faintness came over me a second time I leaned against a rock until it cleared. The third time it happened I felt it safer to sit, so I sat down near the rock. Then the bright white curtain completely shut off my vision, my head was swimming and my circulation and breathing stopped. The skin turned a vivid blue. It was the regular death hue and it got darker and darker’.
Though the body manifested all signs of death, Ramana says, ‘My usual current of awareness still continued in that state also. I was not in the least afraid and felt no sickness at the condition of the body. . . . This state continued for some ten or fifteen minutes. Then a shock passed suddenly through the body and circulation revived with enormous force and breathing as well, while the body perspired from every pore. The colour of life reappeared on the skin’.
Ramana was conscious throughout the period he was undergoing this ‘death experience’ for he says he could distinctly hear and understand the words of his companion. He admits that ‘I also saw the discolouration of my skin and felt the stoppage of my circulation and breathing and the increased chilliness of the extremities of my body. My usual current of awareness still continued in that state also. I was not in the least afraid and felt no sadness at the condition of the body’.

Benefits Of Chanting Om Namah Shivaya

Lord Shiva is the primary deity in Hinduism for many devotees and one of the Trimurti along with Brahma and Vishnu. Most devotees are familiar with the different legends associated with Lord Shiva, which uphold his status as an invincible Divine power.
Om Namah Shivaya is one of the most significant mantras in Hinduism, devoted to Lord Shiva. The chanting of this special mantra has several amazing benefits for a devotee’s life. Let’s have a look at its importance.

Benefits Of Chanting Om Namah Shivaya –

1. Om Namah Shivaya is a salutation to Lord Shiva which consists of the five syllables or Akshars, namely ‘Na’, ‘Ma’, ‘Si’, ‘Va’, ‘Ya’.
2. It is a part of a Hindu prayer, the Shri Rudram Chamakam, that is found in the ancient holy scripture Yajurveda.
3. This mantra has to power to purify one’s soul and guide them towards a virtuous and divine life. The positive vibrations of ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ lifts one’s spirits into previously unexplored planes of existence.
4. Self-realization about the greatness of God and the surrender of one’s ego is another important positive effect of chanting this famous mantra.
5. Om is the primordial sound of creation and the sound produced from the damru or drum of Lord Shiva, during the process of creation. It is a vibration that awakens our subconscious mind and ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ even has healing powers on a person’s body. Continual chanting of this mantra can cure depression, insomnia and mental illness.
6. The five Akshars of this special mantra are symbolic of the five elements of nature – earth, water, fire, air and space. Shiva is omnipresent and universal in nature; and this mantra acknowledges that.

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FATE LINE IN PALMISTRY

 

We often blame our fate saying that ‘it was not meant for me’ when we lose an opportunity. What if we could find out what our fate holds? The fate line can reveal what will be the important trends in our life.
Palmistry says that there are seven varieties of fate lines which have separate influences on an individual.
1. Deep fate line
Deep fate line in a native’s palms indicate that he or she may achieve paternal wealth and other profits from various means. Elderly persons will help enhance the success of the individual.

2. Light fate line
A native with a light fate line in his hands means that he or she may have to undergo failures and difficulties in life. Due to unsuccessful attempts in his life he may often feel hopelessness. But a strong Sun line in the native’s hand will provide him success. In this way presence of other lines and mounts may also alter the results.
3. Divided fate line
According to palmistry if the fate line splits into two parts and create a ‘y’ shaped structure in a native’s palm then it indicates that the person may suffer from confusion and contradiction. He may be indecisive as his fate lines may not let him make a strong decision and stand by it. In short it can be said that he may be riding on two boats at a time.
4. Zig Zag fate line
Zig zag fate line in a hand suggest that a native may experience many ups and downs in his or her life. She can attain success only after defeating the problems and conflicts in her life. The native may not get the fruits of her efforts easily. This type of fate line also says that at crucial times of decision making the native’s thoughts may become vacillating.
5. Broken fate line
Broken fate line in a native’s hand indicates a danger. A breakage in a fate line means the native may face an accident at a certain point of time. The accident may cause physical damage or may even put the native’s life in danger. Natives who have a broken fate line should be very careful.
6. Chained fate line
A native may face many ups and downs in his life if the fate line is chained in his palm. He might swing between failure and success. He may successfully carry out a task and may sometimes face immense problems doing a simple task!
7. Invisible fate line
Palmistry says that every people has a fate whether the fate line is visible or not. The natives who do not have visible fate line can get information about their future by considering other lines of the palm. So, there is no need to worry for those who don’t have visible fate line.
A deep and strongly-etched Fate line represents a person who settles down into a disciplined pattern of life quite early. On the other hand, a weak or faint fate line suggests a person who is restless and tends to change jobs quite often.

A Fate line that begins at the very base of the palm depicts a person who has planned out his future at a very young age. If the Fate line abruptly ends at the head line, it denotes a person who somehow traveled away from his ambitions between the ages of 30 to 40 years.

In most people, you will find the Fate line trailing off at the heart line. Very rarely, you come across people with a Fate line that extends all the way to the middle finger. Such people may be seen to remain active even in their old age.
Sometimes, you may see two Fate lines on a palm. This is mainly found in the case of people who pursue multiple careers simultaneously. Such a double Fate line is considered to be a lucky sign since it promises a distinguished career.
Finally, if the Fate line is absent; it denotes the unstable nature of the person. No wonder, Fate lines are absent in the palms of most alcoholics and drug addicts.

Meanings of Markings and Symbols in Palmistry

Markings and Symbols in a Palm are Positive or Negative interruptions and blockages in the normal flow of the palm lines, mounts and fingers.
Few symbols or markings like Triangles indicate positive energy or results and symbols like crosses indicate negative results based on the line they are positioned and yield those results based on where exactly they are placed.

Example : A triangle formed on Apollo (Sun) line at middle (line starts from edge of palm, below mercury mount) indicates fame in middle age.
The exact age can be derived by dividing the apollo line in ratio of person’s lifetime and triangle’s placement/interception indicates age at which fame is achieved.
Negative markings or symbols indicate difficulties, separations, traumatic events or even health problems.
Few symbols indicate a period of recovery, problem resolution, or an emotional healing period for that person.

Meanings of Markings and Symbols in Palmistry

Breaks : Breaks in the major or minor lines of a Palm can represent both positives and negatives, depending on which way they lie from the various lines.
Breaks going toward the thumb indicate a new direction in a career.
Breaks in the upward direction toward the edges of the hand suggest an unexpected or unplanned journey. If they are pointing to the base of the palm this can mean an unexpected turn in your daily routine.
These breaks can indicate that there is an interruption in your normal flow of energy or signify a redirection in your life path.
Breaks are usually diversions or distractions and depends on how and where they are formed.
Chains : Chains denote the different obstacles you may face in your life. They signify a difficult or not so privileged upbringing during childhood.
Also, chains in lines of palm relate to experiences in your love life.
Chains also indicate times of indecisiveness, health problems.
Length of the chain correlates to the duration of time that all of these issues can last.
Crosses : Crosses are an indication of long-lasting problems and issues. They also represent major changes in your life.
Depending on where their placement on your palm, they can be indicating positive or negative changes.
They even are a sign that few adversaries want to cause harm to the you.
They also represent outside influences that are causing stress on you.
Crosses are also indicators of your state of mind and how you are going to handle your spiritual life.
Grilles : Grilles appear most often on the mounts of a palm. They signify negative indications and represent problems and adjustments.
A grille on any part of the palm disperses energy and it represents bewilderment, insecurity at times in your life.
Grilles signify interruptions in a person’s advancement. They can also signify beginnings or hindrances, with respect to life’s ventures.
You will also be continually exhausted by various anxieties and annoyances.
Dots : Dots are not always well seen on the palm and they can be very tiny.
Dots represent concerns about ill health, relationships or another type of destructive experience. They can also represent significant and monumental events that have created crisis in your life. They are also warning signs of danger in your life path.
In experience, Dots have disappeared when unfortunate circumstances and issues are solved, so their appearance is not permanent.
Islands : Islands indicate unfavorable interruptions in life.
They indicate stressful periods, either in career or by some person causing mental stress due to bad relation.
They also indicate fearfulness and weakness in health, in particular, inherited heart disease or a disturbance/breakage of your energy.
It is important to look closely at the island to be sure that it does end and the lines continue.
Island on Life Line which ends the line itself is dangerous and can lead to situations like suicide.
Stars : Stars on the palm indicate success and good fortune in the area/mount/line they appear.
But, a star appearing on the life line can represent a huge turmoil.
If a star is found at the end of a line, it can indicate fame and great accomplishments. It also indicates success in relationships.
If found in line or mount of saturn, these stars can signify misfortune, emotional problems and lack of confidence in career.
Squares : Squares are a positive sign on the palm and indicate protection, especially when they appear around line breaks.
They symbolize good luck from outside forces, for example, one’s guardian angel, guru or spiritual guide.
But, a square can represent a time period of being boxed in or imprisonment if it is on a line that has no break in its path.
Tassles : Tassels, also known as frayed lines, indicate confusion or chaos about a particular situation or problem. They can also indicate a physical, emotional or spiritual decline. It is often found at the end of the life line as an individual ages.
Transverse Markings : These are negative symbols and they take away the strength and deplete positive energy of the line or mount they are found on.
They create obstacles wherever they appear. It also indicates that you may be using you skills for bad purposes.
Traingles : Triangles are very lucky markings and indicate huge success.
They signify that the individual has an ability to analyze situations effectively and has the brainpower to accomplish multiple things.
When they appear on specific lines, they strengthen the qualities of that line. They can also be symbolic of someone who is spiritual or psychic.
For example, a triangle on sun line indicates huge fame at national or international level.
Tridents : A trident on the palm is also a very lucky marking. It always increases the qualities of the lines or mounts it appears on.
It even has positive effect on the neighboring mounts. It brings good fortune and you will be happy, healthy and wealthy in life.
Branched Lines : Upward branched lines can indicate that you have overcome some of life’s roadblocks with your own determination.
They indicate someone who will be successful and achieve their goals over a period. They also indicate hopefulness and a good outlook on life. There is an idealistic and positive attitude associated with these lines.
Downward branched lines represent times in which a situation has gotten out of your control.
They indicate pessimism, unhappiness, negative energy and losses. Their appearance on palm also signify of someone who does not think in a positive way.
Depending from which line the downward lines appear it lessens the strength of that line and drains its energy.
Vertical Lines : Vertical lines are usually good markings, representing positive energy.
Do not confuse these lines with sister lines. Some people may have several vertical lines in different sections of the palm. They are an indicator of a person who could be in the health care or medical profession. If they are found on the mounts or other lines, they lessen or neutralize any negative qualities that might be lingering. If they cut through a horizontal line, it is an indication that you have conquered trials and tribulations.

PALMISTRTY

First things first. Pick a hand—but not just any hand. For insight into your work life and how you present yourself to the world, focus on your dominant hand. To examine personal relationships, dreams, and emotional struggles, look at the other hand. Having trouble making out the lines? Cup your hand slightly under a bright lamp. Keep in mind: According to hand analysts, a less prominent line reflects an area of life that may need work, while a deeper one signals that the characteristic related to that line is strong and fully developed. For even more hints, see this guide to finger reading.

The Head Line

If you have a…

Short line (ending near the center of your palm, as shown here): You’re a fast thinker who reaches conclusions without any hemming and hawing.
Long, straight line (extending across the palm, toward the pinkie): Analyze much? You often find yourself mulling things over (and over) before coming to a decision.
Line that splits in two: Sensitive to others, you can easily see someone else’s perspective. This means you may change your opinion now and then.
Long, curved line (running down toward the bottom corner of the palm): You’re a creative thinker who can imagine many possible outcomes or approaches to any situation.
HEART LINE
 If you have a…


Long, straight line (ending below the index finger, as shown here): You’re a rational, analytical thinker who always considers others’ feelings, and people appreciate that about you.
Short, straight line (ending between the middle and index fingers): You need your freedom. You show your love through actions more than words.
Long, curved line (arcing up and reaching the base of the middle finger): Your passions and desires drive you, and you don’t care who knows it.
Short, curved line (arcing up and ending about a half inch below the base of the middle finger): You are reserved and prefer small groups to big ones. You open up in one-on-one settings.
Line with two or more X’s at the outer palm: You’ve experienced a deep personal betrayal.
Line that splits in two: You have a habit of putting your emotions on the back burner to meet others’ needs.

The Life Line

If you have a…

Long line (curving around the ball of the thumb and ending at the base of the palm, as shown here): You’re a rock whom people count on to stay strong in difficult times.
Short line (ending near the center of the palm): When the going gets tough, keeping busy helps you feel safe and secure.
Faint line: You may need to chill out now and then. Yoga, meditation, walking, or taking time to play could do you good.
Broken line: Each break in the line represents a traumatic experience that has had an impact on your life choices.

Jai Durga Shakti Peeth Baidyanath (Divine place)

Baidyanath – Jai Durga Shakti Peeth Foundation Story

Goddess Sati was married to lord Shiva. She was the daughter of king Daksha. And, king Dasha did not like lord Shiva. Daksha was proud about his position and rank. Once he organised a Yagya. all God and Goddesses were invited in this Hawan, apart form Goddess Sati and her husband lord Shiva.
Devi Sati could not bear this disrespect of her husband. So, she jumped in the Hawan Kund (fire furrow) and died. hearing about this incident, lord Shiva became very angry. Shiva started roaming in the whole universe with the dead body of his wife. On the request of other deities,lord Vishnu had made 51 parts of Sati’s dead body. The places of Asia where these body parts fell were given the name as Shakti Peeth. After wandering in the whole universe, lord Shiva took the Samadhi at mount Kailash.
Out of the famous 51 Shakti Peeth, Baisyanath – Jai Durga Shakti Peeth is one of them. This is located at Devghar, Jharkhand.

Maa Tripurmalini Devi Shakti Peeth(Divine place)

Maa Tripurmalini Devi Dham is one of the famous Shakti Peethas of North India. The temple is related to Maa Sati Devi's(Lord Shiva's wife) story. According to the same, once long time ago when the mankind started getting civilized, Lord Brahma's son who was called King Daksha was given the responsibility of the organizing and running of this civilization. Out of his various daughters, the youngest was Devi Sati, who fell in love with Lord Shiva. King Daksha was a rival of Lord Shiva and even after getting his daughter married to Him, he found reasons to disrespect Him. Once Daksha organized a big yajya at his place and invited everyone apart from his daughter and son in law (Devi Sati and Lord Shiva). To which Devi Sati got very angry and went to the yajna place and set herself on fire jumping into the jayga agni. There after Lord Shiva sent Shri Veer Bhadra to kill King Daksha and then came himeself to the yagya place and lifted the burnt corpse/ body of Devi Sati over his shoulder and being in great dismay started doing Tandava (dance of devestation) roaming in the mountains of Himalayas. Lord Vishnu, in order to relieve Lord Shiva from this immense pain and to save the world, cut the adbode of Devi Sati with his Sudarshan Chakra into various parts and all the places where the parts of Devi Sati fell on earth became the Shaktipeethas. At this place, Maa Sati's Baam Stan (Left Breast) had fallen. The place is called Maa Tripurmalini Devi Shaktipeeth since then.

Read more information about all the Shakti Peethas.

Lord Shiva went to all the Shaktipeeths and did the sthapana (establishment) of the Shaktipeeth himself and also deputed one Bhairav roop for the protection of each Shaktipeeth. At this place also Shri Omkareshway Lord Shiva came and rubbed his Jatas with the beautiful soil which was like sandalwood. He did the sthapna of the Shakti Peeth in the form of a Pindi. After that HE then deputed Bheeshan Bhairav (Bhishan Bhairav) at this place for its protection. It is said, after the establishment, he took 3 parikrama of the sacred lake and all places where he stopped were developed by the devotees by establishing his Shiv Linga and was worshipped by various sages in the coming days like Swami Hemgiri ji.

Later on Aadiguru Shankaracharya Ji came to this place and since the Pindi which was revealed in the Dwapar Yug was the breast part of Devi Sati hence it should have always kept covered. Hence he covered the same and on top of it, established a beautiful Mata murti(idol) on top of it, which was discovered in the sacred pond/lake.

It is believed that for those who worship Maa here with honest heart, she listens to the wishes very quickly (Turant), hence She was also named as Maa Turatpurni

Jai Maa Tripurmalini .