Another ritual that scientists have investigated is mantra chanting. A team of researchers in India, at the Vivekananda Kendra Yoga Research Foundation in Bangalore, reported in the Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology, that chanting the mantra ‘OM’ mentally, achieved a significant reduction in heart rate, which led to a deep form of relaxation, with increased alertness In 1998, the same team also reported that chanting a meaningful syllable such as ‘OM’, caused a decrease in heart and breath rate, compared to a neutral syllable such as ‘ONE’, which did not produce a similar effect.
Such research clearly indicates that mantras are not just empty syllables or meaningless phrases. They are loaded with mystical power, which manifests during chanting. This power of a mantra creates some form of vibration in the body and brain, triggering beneficial health effects in the body. More important is their effect on the atma, which experiences peace.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Scientific basis of hindu meditation
Neuroscientists reveal results of their research conducted over many years. In an experiment the researchers injected a radioactive dye through a long tube into a person's vein at the precise moment that he indicated having reached his “peak moment of meditation”. After that, they took SPECT (Single Photo Emission Computed Tomography) scans of his brain. The dye that flowed into his brain remained there for hours. The SPECT scans freeze-framed the brain’s activity before and during his peak moment. The results showed that in the usually active area known as the orientation area (OA) there was decreased neurological activity . This was also the finding in several other meditators. The researchers reasoned that although the OA was as active as normal, the inflow of information had been blocked. This explained the decreased activity in the area. They further proposed that without information flowing in from the senses, the brain would fail to find the boundary between the self and the external world. As such, the brain would perceive the self as limitless and interwoven with everyone and everything the mind sensed, and this experience would feel undoubtedly real.
In reality, this is how Hindu mystics have described their peak meditative or mystical moments.
Other researchers have studied the Hindu meditation known as Transcendental Meditation (TM). They report of its benefits, that long term practitioners of TM have significantly lower blood pressure than those who do not practice TM.
In reality, this is how Hindu mystics have described their peak meditative or mystical moments.
Other researchers have studied the Hindu meditation known as Transcendental Meditation (TM). They report of its benefits, that long term practitioners of TM have significantly lower blood pressure than those who do not practice TM.
Science - Hindu Rituals and Beliefs
Among all the religions in world Hindu is considered to be most scientific and Hinduism is having more rituals and beliefs than other religions but most surprising every rituals and belief in Hinduism is having strong medical and scientific reasons. As a result Hindu Rituals and Beliefs have attended the topics of research for doctors and scientists. Many rituals and beliefs have been proven to a healthy for human and many others having strong reason of green earth and environment friendly.
Scientific basis of Hindu Rituals
Man being a social animal, needs people to survive, to live a healthy life.
According to the medical researchers, for a person to live a long, healthy life, he needs to have a strong bond with his social group. One of the key factors that contributes towards strengthening social cohesion is rituals. Rituals bring individuals together in one way or another for a mutually beneficial purpose. For example, having a meal together in a group has several positive advantages compared to eating alone, such as creating unity, discussing issues concerning the group, strengthening personal friendships, etc. Living a hermit’s life is not healthy for the majority of people. The brain needs an optimal flow of input to maintain its health. Absence of change results in boredom, which can be stressful . The role of the brain is critical in maintaining balance. It determines whether an individual breaks down in the face of stressful demands while another seems to thrive with similar challenges. This is where rituals attain significance. Moreover, neuroscientists have been able to record and ‘see’ the interesting events that occur in the brain during certain rituals.
According to the medical researchers, for a person to live a long, healthy life, he needs to have a strong bond with his social group. One of the key factors that contributes towards strengthening social cohesion is rituals. Rituals bring individuals together in one way or another for a mutually beneficial purpose. For example, having a meal together in a group has several positive advantages compared to eating alone, such as creating unity, discussing issues concerning the group, strengthening personal friendships, etc. Living a hermit’s life is not healthy for the majority of people. The brain needs an optimal flow of input to maintain its health. Absence of change results in boredom, which can be stressful . The role of the brain is critical in maintaining balance. It determines whether an individual breaks down in the face of stressful demands while another seems to thrive with similar challenges. This is where rituals attain significance. Moreover, neuroscientists have been able to record and ‘see’ the interesting events that occur in the brain during certain rituals.
Scientific basis of Hindu Rituals
Man being a social animal, needs people to survive, to live a healthy life and according to the medical researchers, for a person to live a long, healthy life, he needs to have a strong bond with his social group. One of the key factors that contributes towards strengthening social cohesion is rituals. Rituals bring individuals together in one way or another for a mutually beneficial purpose. For example, having a meal together in a group has several positive advantages compared to eating alone, such as creating unity, discussing issues concerning the group, strengthening personal friendships, etc. Living a hermit’s life is not healthy for the majority of people. The brain needs an optimal flow of input to maintain its health. Absence of change results in boredom, which can be stressful . The role of the brain is critical in maintaining balance. It determines whether an individual breaks down in the face of stressful demands while another seems to thrive with similar challenges. This is where rituals attain significance. Moreover, neuroscientists have been able to record and ‘see’ the interesting events that occur in the brain during certain rituals.
Recent incident of disclosure of some fake Hindu Religious Guru
Recent incident of disclosure of some fake hindu religious guru belongs to renowned hindu religious organisations has tampered the faith of their disciple. Whom to be considered a real guru or how to check or identify these fake guru who are only concerned making money from their rich disciples.
Guru Shishya Parampara or Tradition
Guru Shishya is the oldest and unique tradition in Hindu religion. Guru is considered as mediator between God which is the supreme power and the man as shishya. Guru guides shishya to follow the path of mokcha which is achievement true happiness i.e., realizing supreme conscious of mindful energy.
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