The Start of a New Phase
January 12, 2013We begin our new phase with a Homa. Sadhaka Nandinatha was this morning's pujari. We had quite a few guests arrive, and Satguru Bodhintha gave a wonderful talk, stating that one of the firsts steps one must take towards Siva, is to realize that you already are and always have...
A Message from the Editors
January 9, 2013The monks of Kauai's Hindu Monastery have spent a lifetime crafting the tools and books, art and literature that convey the profundity of the Sanatana Dharma. Our magazine has reached into the White House, into virtually every major Hindu institution in the world. The resources produced by the monks have...
Twitter Update: Our Digital Dharma Drive ends January 31. We're be...
January 9, 2013Our Digital Dharma Drive ends January 31. We're behind. Can you help? Read our editors' appeal. himalayanacademy.com/donate/ddd/ddd…
Kauai Rock Quarry
January 9, 2013Today we went to the Kauai Quarry to query the querulous quarrymaster about some quintessentially quiescent boulders for our sacred gardens. We were there with Martin Mosco and his wife, Alxe (pronounced Alex). A wonderful session ensued, during which we clambered over hundreds of giant boulders to pick a mere...
Planting Trees at Himalayan Acres
January 8, 2013Recently some of the monks and task forcers worked to plant over 300 hardwood trees. These are all mahogany and were more than ready to go in the ground. It was a beautiful day full of sun and periodic Kauai showers, making for plenty of rainbows. We started by loading...
The Guru Chronicles
January 8, 2013Today we received a sweet endorsement of The Guru Chronicles which we thought all would enjoy. Thank you all for the wonderfully written Guru Chronicles. I confess, I started by reading the last chapters first! The photographs were a delight. I feel so privileged to have known and studied with...
A Visit from Kauai's County Prosecutor
January 7, 2013We had the newly elected Kauai County Prosecutor, Justin Kollar come to visit the monastery today. From left: Sierra Kollar, Justin Kollar, Cindy and Bobby Ayonon. Cindy and Bobby are long time friends of the monastery. Bobby has long been the one to take care of all of our air...
Pancha Ganapati In Malaysia
January 6, 2013More photos of Malaysia Pancha Ganapati group celebration Click here for day 3-- Click here for day 4-- Click here for day 5-- } ]; transitionSpeed:150});