There once lived a great mathematician in a village outside Ujjain. He was often called by the local king to advice on matters related to the economy. His reputation had spread as far as Taxila in the North and Kanchi in the South. So it hurt him very much when the village headman told him, […]
They’re written by Andy Rooney, a man who has the gift of saying so much with so few words. I’ve learned…that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly, wise person. I’ve learned…that when we are in love, it shows. I’ve learned…that just one person saying to […]
One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, “My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all. “One is evil. It is anger, despair, distrust, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, selfishness, arrogance, ignorance, sloth, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, hypocrisy, superiority, demonic disposition and […]
Luqman had great love for the Almighty. It created within him high moral character and exemplary habits. Luqman used to be in the employ of a rich man. The nobility of Luqman’s character had a great effect on his master, so much so that the master considered him as a great friend and a beloved companion. […]
Once there was a painter who had just completed his course. He took 3 days and painted a beautiful scenery. He wanted people’s opinion about his caliber and painting skills. He put his creation at a busy street-crossing, and just down below a board which read, “I have painted this piece. Since I’m new to […]
When everyone around us seems to be in bad spirits, bickering and complaining, we need to take a step back. It’s so easy to answer in kind, but instead we should feel into our heart and answer gently. Let peace radiate from us… In numerous studies, anger has been found to have a completely […]
“For each and every person, our Lord and Master provides sustenance. Why are you so afraid, O mind? The flamingos fly hundreds of miles, leaving their young ones behind. Who feeds them, and who teaches them to feed themselves? Have you ever thought of this in your mind?” “The Enlightened God-conscious person takes delight […]
From The Mahabharata Shaanti Parva, Section CLXVIII Translated by Sri Kisari Mohan Ganguli King Yudhishthira said: “O grandsire, you who are possessed of great wisdom, I shall ask you a question. It befits you, O enhancer of the happiness of the Kuru-s, to discourse to me fully upon it. What kind of men are said to […]
This is a true story — a beautiful and touching story of love and perseverance narrated by Mildred Honor. My name is Mildred Honor and I am a former elementary school music teacher from Des Moines, Iowa. I have always supplemented my income by teaching piano lessons — something I have done for over […]
Editor’s note: This letter, written by Vietnamese immigrant Ha Minh Thanh working in Fukushima as a policeman to a friend in Vietnam, was posted on New America Media on March 19. It is a testimonial to the strength of the Japanese spirit, and an interesting slice of life near the epicenter of Japan’s crisis at […]
