Sacred art, books, and instruction
It’s important to remember that we modern humans live in a bubble culture that excludes other points of view and ways of being. American media has troubling biases baked in. There’s no question that whyte culture is presented as “normal” in ways that not only rob us of exposure to the richness and diversity of …
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Join us for an art opening and exhibition. Colors of Devotion is a public art show featuring four visual artists who share devotion as a theme in their work. Our opening party on Saturday, April 1st at 7:30 PM will be attended by all four featured artists, and includes live acoustic music and free snacks. …
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Have you ever heard of the term “Bhav” or “Bhava” or “Bhāva”? Even if you have, but you don’t know how intentionally cultivating Bhāvas (emotional disposition/attitude/sentiment) can empower your spiritual practice, expand your creative range, and enrich your understanding of India’s rich culture, then read on. Seriously, if you aren’t utilizing Bhāva while doing your …
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For Your Consideration In progress: a gorgeous, powerful, and historically significant painting of the goddess Mookambika, who is worshipped in the morning as Mahasaraswati, during the day as Mahalakshmi, and at night as Mahakali by her devotees. This is why you see three images of her in the artwork. This unique artwork is currently in …
Strong digestion is absolutely essential for spiritual practitioners, especially beginners on the path. It is important to cultivate strong digestive power before challenging spiritual practices and pilgrimages or journeys. The traditional view is that we need digestive power not only for food, but also for new information, strong emotions, and sensory experiences. Please consult with …
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These are suggestions, so don’t worry if you aren’t able to get everything on this list. (Participants in Mystic Art Retreats: You will be well taken care of at the Palace and our other venues as part of our group. Many items listed below will be unnecessary unless you wish to continue your travels alone.) …
An entire weekend diving deep. Song, ceremony, art, teaching tales, and first-hand heartfelt accounts from three devotees of the Dark Mother. This weekend has free public events each evening after the workshop immersion. Ekabhumi Ellik will be joining Shivani Hawkins and Naren K. Schreiner for a long-awaited weekend retreat. More than a year ago, they …
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Happy Ganesh Chaturthi, everyone! Deep pranams to the Joyful One, the Guardian of Thresholds, the Lord of the Gaṇas who has an elephant head, an enormous belly, a fondness for sweets, and gigantic ears to hear the prayers of those in need. I’m very pleased to announce that this drawing of Śrī Mahāgaṇapati has been …
What is a Gāyatrī mantra? Originally used to invoke Surya (the Sun), the mantra itself became personified as a goddess of enlightenment and wife of the creator deity Brahma. Today, there are many mantras for different deities composed in the same poetical meter. Though they are for various divinities, all are infused with the enlightening …
Protect your loved ones and community. Please be vigilant. Yesterday, a fellow came up to shake my hand saying, “There’s a million ways to die and I’m not going to worry about this one.” Let’s remember that it’s not about our personal safety only. I care about my elders and those less fortunate than myself. …