This article is about the purpose of meditation as it may be understood from the point of view of western rationality. This isn’t intended as a light reading introduction to meditation but as an exploration of some of the understandings and assumptions underlying this prevailing rational perspective, with a view…
Traditional Siddha medicine, which is prevalent mostly in Tamil Nadu (southeastern India), is popular among Tamil-speaking people even outside of this region. Its literature is entirely in Tamil, one of the oldest Indian languages. Unfortunately, however, no systematic attempt has been made, so far, either by Tamil savants or by…
For those people who imagine that yoga consists of pretzel-like postures, the term “yogic science” will seem contradictory. But this year, the world’s first masters degree in applied yogic science will be awarded to students studying at the “yoga university” Bihar Yoga Bharati (Munger, India). And worldwide, interest is increasing…
Ezekiel 1:1-28 ……In the midst of the living creatures there was something that looked like burning coals of fire, like torches moving to and fro among the living creatures; and the fire was bright, and out of the fire went forth lightning. 14 And the living creatures darted to and…
Meditation can be a simple, effective and enjoyable method to manage stress. At this unique event you will learn an evidence based form of meditation to help manage your own stress as well as that of the people you care for. This simple skill can become a lifelong asset to…
Welcome to the Meditation Research site. The aim of this site is to share with you the development of scientifically studied phenomena associated with the state of consciousness called thoughtless awareness.
