Light the Advent Candles of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love for the Hostages of Our Tumultuous World: The Rev. Dr. John T. Mathew

The highly charged US election spectacle in the mediawas hilarious to watch. Our neighbors’ interminable partisan anarchyis still unwrapping very much like a Christmas present. On the other hand, as anuninvolvedobserver comfortably couched in the bleachersover the longest and least guarded international border in the world, all one could do might be to hope for scores of my classmates, friends and family members to do the right thing in order to preserve the greatest democracy in history and the most prosperous nation on the planet. Since then, Hollywood actress Eva…

“IT’S TIME TO FLIP THE PAGE: MOVE ON”: Vinod Kearke, Esq.

The right to vote is one of the most fundamental rights of U.S. citizens. Every four years, in the presidential election, Americans elect their President and Vice President. It’s more than just a choice of leaders—it’s a referendum on the current administration’s policies and actions. With the 2024 Presidential election on the horizon, it’s essential to look back at the Biden-Harris administration’s record and see where the country stands. Many Americans, regardless of party, feel that the country isn’t heading in the right direction. The Biden-Harris administration took office on…

Udhavopadesam or Udhava Gita (BY BHAGAVAN SRIKRISHNA): Thodupuzha K Shankar Mumbai

INTRODUCTION: After the famous Battle of Kurukshetra, Lord Krishna was preparing to end His mission on earth and return to Sri Vaikunta as the purpose of His incarnation as Krishna in DWAPARA Yuga was over and Dharma was established through elimination of all evil forces on earth. At that time, Udhava who eats the remnants of His food, clothes with His worn clothes and accompanies Him wherever He goes like a companion expressed a humble desire to take Him too to Sri Vaikunta! Then, Krishna advised him that he should…

G7 summit lit up: Pope Francis gave hope to the world: Chevalier Adv. V.C. Sebastian

The G7 summit concluded with a rare moment witnessed by the world. The spiritual leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, was not only enthusiastically welcomed by the world heads of state, but the discussions and thoughts of the 50th summit of the Group of Seven Nations spread new experiences and hopes to the people of the world. When the Supreme Leader of the Catholic Church entered the summit the welcome given by him created touching moments of Christian love and brotherhood. This is the first time that the head…

BSNL’s Forgotten Goldmine: Turning Iron Posts into Profit

In the age of wireless connectivity and technological advancements, the evolution of telecommunications infrastructure has been remarkable. However, amidst this progress, a pressing concern remains regarding the mismanagement of BSNL’s telecommunication iron posts across India. These iron posts, once symbols of connectivity, have become targets of theft, vandalism, and exploitation, leading to significant losses for BSNL. It’s disheartening to witness valuable government assets being dismantled and sold for profit in local markets. By consolidating and judiciously utilizing these iron rod posts, BSNL can turn this challenge into an opportunity for…

Risen Jesus Declares: “Hell, No!”

During the closing week of Lent, known as the Holy Week, faithful congregations mull over the historic event known as resurrection on the first day after Sabbath. The risen Jesus breathes a new life into a new community. Since the eighth century it is known as Easter in the northwest, derived from Ēostre or the rising dawn, pagan fertility and spring goddess of new beginnings. Millions of people endure spine-chilling misfortunes in life. Faith community frowns on such ghastly circumstances; we bring our displeasure, distress and shame into the open…

ARTICLES AND STORIES FROM EPICS AND MYTHOLOGIES

INTRODUCTION: From the readings and sapthahams and Navahams I attended in Mumbai, I could gather some knowledge which I would like to share with my readers who have always evinced and expressed great interest and inquisitiveness to acquire the knowledge potential. I too strongly believe that the knowledge we gather from books and discourses and even discussions with knowledgeable souls should be shared with others from time to time. Otherwise, it remains futile like the wealth with a miser which is of no use. I am sure these stories and…

The Jubilation over An Insurrection that Secured Resurrection for All !

We are summoned to recollect the story of an allegedly abortive coup d’é·tat during the Lenten season of lengthening days in the former Christendom of the northwest. The older name in the Greek Orthodox tradition is the season of ‘bright sadness’ or the Sarakosti (forty) fasting before the Sunday of resurrection. The eastern traditions observe the Valiya Nombu, a period of fasting and cleansing. Believe it or not, the liturgical calendar is reigning in our religious imaginations. Anabrupt insurrection of petrified Palestinian pariahs in an abandoned Roman outpost shouting out ‘hosanna’…

Babri Masjid vs Ram Temple: Don’t forget facts and history

There are some basic facts that should not be forgotten when the Ram Temple is erected in Ayodhya instead of the Babri Masjid. The temple, which is being built on the site of the mosque, has a different historical foundation. It was not even a part of Hindu consciousness until 1949. The rivalry between Bairagi Brahmins and Muslims who lived in Hanuman Garhi dates back to 1855. But at no point in the feud did the Bairagi Vaishnava Brahmins come up with stories of a connection between the Babri Masjid and Ramjanmasthan. Although the Bairagis…

A New Year to Reconstruct a War-worn World!: The Rev. Dr. John T. Mathew

Like it or lump it, at the back of a jarringly game-changing year another New Year is unrolling before us that brings in the year-end as well as baseline algorithm of reflections and resolutions. If you haven’t resolved on them yet, no worries; the Dragon New Year will ring in six weeks. Always remember: an indecision is better than a poor decision. From the appalling anguish of bomb-ravaged Palestine and Ukraine, this New Year is a momentous breather to start afresh for the great unwashed to become enthused and move…