By: Tameera Kemp | 2011-12-21 | Spirituality Mandala is Sanskrit for circle or connection and is seen as a model for the structure of life itself. This ancient motif dates back around 6,000 years. Tibetans call mandalas "Architecture of Enlightenment," a temple or a blueprint of the universe. read more
By: xdavid | 2010-12-14 | Alternative Medicine There is no way to tell exactly when sacred healing systems were first developed and used, but throughout human history we find healing systems. Although modern medicine has made amazing advances into medicine that our ancestors could not have imagined, there are many that still use these healing systems today. From the earliest plant and herbal medicines of different indigenous people we have been learning ways to better heal and care for ourselves. read more
By: David W | 2010-11-30 | Jewelry Trees, in all their verdure and grandeur, are often used as symbols for prosperity, abundance and life. Many different religions, various myths and even Science, have used the tree to signify the many different ideals and beliefs. read more
By: Tonya Freeman | 2010-04-02 | Spirituality In ancient times, woman as Priestess, as Goddess, danced the Sacred Dance in the beauty of her nakedness. She danced in the temples, on the hills, in the valley, by the ocean, in caves and in the desert. The Sacred Dancer connected herself to the entire universe. read more
By: temp001 | 2011-01-31 | Alternative Medicine When it comes to well-being, there are differences in the definition, depending on what type of healing you need. We don't only need healing and health for our physical body, we need it for our whole self- mind, body, and spirit. There are healing systems, such as the Rising Star, that can heal and balance the whole being. read more
By: Ralph P. Brown | 2010-04-01 | Spirituality There is a lot of mystery and fascination that surrounds the dream catcher - and unfortunately, a lot of misunderstanding as well. Read on to find out what a dream catcher is and isn't and to increase your understanding - because with understanding comes respect and real appreciation. read more
By: CC Treadway | 2010-04-01 | Spirituality This article discusses the importance of setting sacred space before doing any type of ceremonial or healing work. The author goes into detail about how and why traditional rituals, like calling in the directions and the medicine wheel works. read more
By: Kandpal | 2011-02-02 | Travel & Leisure Char Dham Yatra is a pilgrimage tour that consists of four incredible places of Hindu worship. All the four famous sacred pilgrimage destinations are located in Himalayan mountain range of Uttrakhand. It is believed that a visit to these pilgrim places wash away all the sins of human being and add peace and serenity in life. read more
By: Pradeep NS | 2012-04-24 | Travel & Leisure M.M. hills is also known as Male Mahadeshwara Hills. It is located at about 140 kilometers away from Mysore in Kollegal Taluk's eastern part and in Chamarajanagar district. The Hills are very sacred place for all Hindus. From the sea level, the height of M.M. Hills is about three thousand feet. It is possible to buy bus tickets from Mysore and travel to this beautiful destination. In case, you are read more
By: Manish Sinha | 2010-10-19 | Exotic locations Rameswaram is among the most famous religious center of South India situated in the Gulf of Mannar at the tip of the Indian peninsula. Because of its religious significance this place is known as the Varanasi of South India. Apart from the religious beauty this place is also renowned for its scenic charm. read more
By: Daniel James Wood | 2010-04-04 | Politics Since George W. Bush was elected in 2000, the protocols that once formed the cocoon of power have nearly eroded. Nothing is sacred anymore. Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton held no punches in projecting to the entire world their utter contempt for one of their own. Now we have the president-elect, Barack Obama, having the details of his meeting with outgoing President Bush, being reported in the media. There may be some people who view this as a trivial matter, but consider this; if a future lame-duck president takes from this experience a reticence to aid in the transition to his successor, it could weaken the chain of steady governance and jeopardize the security of the nation. read more
By: | 2010-04-17 | Spirituality I can only imagine the tremendous value of the land so far as both the people of antiquity and the Indigenous are concerned. I have to concur. The Land, for me also, has tremendous power and significance about it. Land is sacred to the heart. read more
By: Gary Sargent | 2010-11-12 | Travel & Leisure If you are looking for places to visit in Peru that have been relatively unaffected by modern development and are not too far from main tourist destinations then one of the best places to visit is the Sacred Valley. This lovely valley only 45 minutes from Cusco was an important area of settlement for the ancient Inca Civilization. If you are short on time, try prioritizing some of the following spots. read more
By: Tamara Wolfson, L.Ac. | 2011-03-25 | Alternative Medicine Apitherapy utilizes products provided by the honeybees as medicine for the body. The five products used for healing include honey, propolis, royal jelly, pollen and homeopathic extractions of bee venom. read more