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Tag: Religious Pluralism

  • Ishta – Swami Vivekananda on why Hindu sects don’t quarrel

    Ishta – Swami Vivekananda on why Hindu sects don’t quarrel

    Swami Vivekananda’s teachings on the concept of “Ishta” highlight the profound wisdom behind the harmonious coexistence of diverse Hindu sects and spiritual paths in India. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing that individuals have different natures, requiring various methods of worship and spirituality. This acceptance of diversity is contrasted with certain missionary efforts that seek…

  • Unifying Threads in Dharmic Religions: A Contemporary Exploration

    Unifying Threads in Dharmic Religions: A Contemporary Exploration

    Explore the profound unifying threads that run through the Dharmic religions of Sanatana Dharma, Sikhism, Jainism, and Buddhism in this enlightening blog post. In a rapidly changing and interconnected world, these ancient traditions offer timeless wisdom and guiding principles that resonate with contemporary challenges and opportunities. From the central concept of “dharma” and the practice…

  • Swami Vivekananda on why Hindus don’t say “My god is true and yours is not”

    Swami Vivekananda on why Hindus don’t say “My god is true and yours is not”

    “That which exists is One; sages call It by various names.” Swamiji says, this is the lesson that Hindus can teach the world. Swamiji starts by telling the history of the Middle East and the evolution of religion there. In the world of tribes, each tribe had its own god. If the tribes were allied…