Search results for "karma"
From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan
Hermetic
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A collection of letters written by Helena Blavatsky under the pseudonym Radda Bai, detailing her experiences and observations in India between 1879 and 1886. These writings offer a personal glimpse into the esoteric traditions and spiritual
Alexander J. McIvor-Tyndall
Hermetic
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Alexander J. McIvor-Tyndall was an influential English-American figure in the New Thought movement, known for his work as a hypnotist and mentalist. He explored the power of the mind and its potential for personal transformation, contributi
Ayathan Gopalan
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Ayathan Gopalan was a pioneering Indian physician, social reformer, and spiritual leader from Kerala, instrumental in founding movements that challenged idol worship and advocated for the marginalized. He championed progressive ideals, draw
Human rights
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Fundamental entitlements inherent to all human beings, irrespective of their identity or status. These rights, encompassing civil, political, economic, social, and cultural spheres, are considered universal, inalienable, and indivisible, fo
Harry S. Truman
Hermetic
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Harry S. Truman was the 33rd U.S. president, known for his decisive leadership during the end of World War II and the early Cold War. He authorized the use of atomic bombs, implemented the Marshall Plan, and founded NATO, shaping the post-w
Gilgul
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Gilgul is the Kabbalistic concept of soul reincarnation, where a soul cycles through multiple physical lives to complete its spiritual tasks and attain perfection. This transmigration involves the soul inhabiting different bodies across suc
Norns
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The Norns are three sister goddesses from Norse mythology who embody fate, weaving the destinies of gods and mortals. They represent the past, present, and future, influencing events from their dwelling at the root of the world tree, Yggdra
Yudishthira
Hindu
Sanskrit
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Yudishthira is a central figure in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, the eldest of the five Pandava brothers. Renowned for his unwavering adherence to dharma (righteousness) and truth, he embodies moral integrity and the consequences of one's act
Jatayu
Hindu
Sanskrit
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Jatayu is a divine vulture-king in Hindu mythology, son of Aruna and nephew of Garuda. He is renowned for his courage and loyalty, notably for attempting to rescue the goddess Sita from the demon king Ravana, a heroic act that led to his de
Nava Nidhi
Hindu
Sanskrit
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Nava Nidhi refers to the "nine treasures" or spiritual attainments in Hindu mysticism, representing a complete cycle of esoteric knowledge and inner perfection. It signifies the culmination of spiritual development, akin to unlocking hidden
Chinese numerology
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Chinese numerology assigns symbolic meaning to numbers based on their phonetic resemblance to auspicious or inauspicious words in the Chinese language. This practice influences everything from choosing lucky dates to naming businesses and e
Individuality
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Individuality refers to the immortal, divine aspect of the human self, distinct from the transient mortal ego. It represents the enduring spiritual essence that persists beyond physical death, contrasted with the personality that fades in t
Affair of the Cards
Hermetic
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A 1904 French political scandal involving secret dossiers compiled on army officers based on their political and religious affiliations. It exposed partisan divisions within the military and influenced republican politics during a period of
Dayalbagh
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Dayalbagh, meaning "Garden of the Merciful," is a spiritual commune and headquarters of a subsect within the Radha Soami faith, founded in Agra, India, in 1915. It serves as a living embodiment of the faith's principles, emphasizing selfles
Kamaloka
Hindu
Sanskrit
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Kamaloka, meaning "world of desire," is the invisible, subjective realm where the astral body, or Kamarupa, resides after physical death. It's a temporary state where the lingering effects of earthly desires and passions determine the exper
Curse of the Braganzas
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A purported curse afflicting the House of Braganza, a Portuguese royal dynasty, supposedly originating from an act of disrespect towards a Franciscan friar by King John IV in the 17th century. The myth suggests a lineage of misfortune tied
Ancestral sin
Hermetic
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Ancestral sin refers to the inherited consequence or guilt for the transgressions of one's forebears, a concept explored in various theological and philosophical traditions. It suggests that the actions of ancestors can cast a long shadow,
Fall of man
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The "Fall of Man" signifies humanity's transition from a state of primal innocence and divine connection to one of awareness of separation, suffering, and moral complexity. It marks the introduction of duality, knowledge of good and evil, a
Metempsychosis
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Metempsychosis is the transmigration of a soul into a new body after death, a concept found in various ancient philosophies and religions, often misunderstood as simple reincarnation into animal forms. It signifies a soul's progression thro
Shaberon
Buddhist
Tibetan
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Shaberon refers to a spiritual master or lama in Tibetan Buddhism, particularly one believed to be a reincarnation of a previous enlightened being. These figures are revered as spiritual guides and exemplars of the path to enlightenment.