Second Issue – 16Th Mar 2010 Monthly magazine
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Index 1. Biomagnetic energy in the Human body – II
2. The Eternal Law of Karma – II
3. Sleep, Dreams, And Spiritual Reflections - II
4. Genesis of Quantum Theory from Sublime Revelations
5. The Extrasensory Potential of Our Mind – I
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Need of the hour : Scientific spirituality
Present humanity has completely understood the physical laws and is using it. Now, science has to take a leap into new realm to provide solutions to the problems that are threatening the very existance of our planet. Global warming and other disruptions of Earth's weather systems and climate, mass starvation and disease epidemics, new threats of nuclear, religious, oil and water wars, environmental toxins and waste buildup, genetic engineering disasters, soil degradation and erosion, water pollution, increased discrepancies between extremes of poverty and wealth, etc. vie for status in our arsenal of species suicide weapons. Yet, we know in our hearts and minds and in our very bones that crisis looms so large now that we can no longer ignore it, that things must change quickly before it is too late. Both Science and Spirituality deal with our experience of the world. Physical Science try to visualize the world as a set of events and processes in space and time and connected by a chain of causality whereas Spiritual Science explores the inner world where it transcends all boundaries of known concepts of space, time and causality. Spiritualism should be the framework where science, politics, business, arts and education should operate from. Only then can there be all round and integrated development. If not science will only succeed in creating silos of excellence which would benefit partsof the society and may even create conflict. We want to present a new thinking for people who yearn for a new and inclusive scientific model of reality that does not separate their experience of this physical world from their spiritual experience of life, heart’s life story from that of the mind. This will bring forth a new world order that will foster greater understanding among people, harmony in their lives and an opportunity to work in unison and participate in the evolutionary process. With humankind this is something that is realistic and can be manifested in our lifetime . - Dr. Sri Marella Sri Rama Krishna
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Biomagnetic energy in the Human body – Part 2 ( Continued from previous edition ) (This series is based on the book “Astonishing Power of the Bio-Physical and the subtle energies of the Human body” by Pt. ShriRam Sharma Acharya)
The subtle science of human body In the previous issue we saw an introduction to the biomagnetic phenomenon present in the human body and how scientists made initial attempts to uncover and learn about this fascinating subject. In this episode we will delve deeper and look at this subtle science and its presence in the human body.
Electrical pressure caused by cosmic rays and its effect on human body An unlimited resource of electrical energy forms the basis of Nature. The discovery of this fact and persistent efforts to utilize this immense power of Nature has been of great help in scientific and technological developments of our age. The space between the earth's strata and the Ionosphere contains positive potential of about 3x 105 volts while the earth's interior contains an equivalent amount of negative charge. On an average, every living organism on the earth bears a subtle electrical pressure of the order of 5 volts/meter created by the lowest layer of the ionosphere situated about 60 Km above the earth's surface. This potential generates an electric current in the human body which is a good conductor of electricity [1]. The measurements by sophisticated instruments have shown that this current is of the magnitude of 10-16 amp.sec/cm2. At a first glance, this small quantity of current may appear to be negligible. Nevertheless, its effects are incredible because of the existence of some subtle power centers in the humanbody. The scientific exposition presented here is focused on the subtle power centers in the human-body whose existence is manifested in the forms of bioelectricity and biomagnetism. The subtle bioelectrical energy provides the vital force for the body's functioning and governs mental activities. Human body simulates an 'ocean' consisting of infinitely many 'rivers' in the form of blood vessels and the nerves. Each respiratory cycle gives rise to high and low tides of currents in this 'Ocean' at an average rate of about 15 cycles/minute. The technique of electric power generation from the tides and cyclones in the sea water is well known today.
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However, very few people know that the electric ions inhaled from the surrounding atmosphere during each respiratory cycle give rise to a powerful electrical flow in our body. Our body can be represented as a grand powerhouse. The brain and the heart work respectively like the generator and the transmitter of the bioelectricity (ionic currents) in the body. The bioelectric energy is distributed amongst the body’s cells as per their functional requirements. This electricity, in conjunction with the subtle (vital) energy of a person, generates biomagnetism which in turn manifests itself in the aura (halo of light) around one's body. The atmosphere above the earth is charged with the strength of a wide variety of energy waves within or beyond the range of the X, Gamma, Beta, Infrared, Ultraviolet, or laser types of radiations. The human body constantly receives such cosmic radiations and transmits similar ones in the surrounding atmosphere. Enormous amount of this energy remains stored in the human body and manifests its power in terms of its various macro or molecular functions governed by universal physico-chemical laws. The huge electric capacitor of the earth and its atmosphere is like a Global Capacitor. This capacitor is dynamic and continuously subjected to electrical fluctuations. It emits the waves of natural frequency range of about 7 to 8 cycles per second. These waves constantly resonate between the earth's surface and the ionosphere and give rise to the Schumann Resonance[2]. It is a significant coincidence that these waves closely resemble the electrical waves that are active in the human brain. Both are active at the same frequency [3][4][5]. A more detailed scientific analysis can be found here at hese project[6]. Further, a strong electrical field also exists deep inside the Geonucleus. An electric current of about one ampere is flowing in each cm2 of this region. As this current spreads throughout the geosphere it gathers strength and begins to follow a spiral path. This current gives rise to the electromagnetic storms which also influence various cellular and molecular components of the human body.
Physical system of the human body
Magnetosphere around Human Dense Body
Magnetosphere around Earth's Dense Body
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In the human body, it is found that a powerful electrostatic field exists in most tissues of our body. These electric fields activate the neurons in the brain and, under the energized control of small amounts of neuropeptide, affect the membrane potential across the cells in other parts of the body. The human body consists of over 75 x 1012 cells. There exist an electrical potential of about 60 to 90 millivolts across the membrane of each cell. The body is thus a strong electrical powerhouse. Every important function of this system- such as the heart beating, nerve and muscle stretching and contraction, hormonal secretion, information processing by the central nervous system etc. - involves electrical activity. During respiration we inhale negative ions which are absorbed in the blood corpuscles and are spread throughout the whole body with the circulation of blood. These ions are discharged back into the atmosphere through the skin pores. This electrical cycle continues throughout our life. The endocrine gland (Sushumna Nadi) is described by the scientists as a permanent electric dipole whose negatively charged lower (south) pole resides in the Kava Equina (Muladhar) in the centre of the genital organs and the positively charged upper (north) pole lies in the cerebrum (Sahasrar). In all living organism the electrical flows through the spinal cord are directed downwards. Distinctly, the human body alone is enriched with such a strong vital energy which if evoked under proper Sadhana processes of Yoga would reverse the direction of this flow and strengthen the functioning of the brain by activating the otherwise unused subtle centers of energy existing there. The total electrical pressure of about 105 volts per centimeter exists in the human body which is continuously lost by exhalation through the skin pores and the genital organs. This loss could be reduced by dedicated practice of the control (Sanyam sadhana) processes of yoga and meditation as described in the ancient Indian scriptures. The electrical energy saved thereby could be utilized for elevating one's biomagnetic level and lead to an increase in one's charm, activeness, courage, patience, sharpness etc. Under specific spiritual practices this energy could also be used in awakening of the subtle parts of the innermost center of the divine sentiments existing in every human being. Spiritual experts examine the personality of an individual by 'reading' the (biomagnetic) aura around his/her body and suggest the appropriate line of practice accordingly. Great personalities with higher spiritual level naturally have their subtle and astral bodies in the awaken state. The power of their biomagnetism can be easily seen in terms of their aura around their physical body especially around their face and fingers. One finds divine attraction in them. The ancient Indian scriptures describes in detail, the science, philosophy and methods of practicing various spiritual processes (Yoga and Sadhanā) meant for increasing the 'positive' biomagnetism and thereby nourishing the will-power, intellect and
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other mental and physical abilities. These methods deal with micro-subtler forms of the vital mechanisms inside the human body. In the next episode we will take a look at the mysterious subtle structure of the human body and also biomagnetism with different levels of human consciousness. References: 1. Neutron Monitor Database: Cosmic rays and Earth, http://www.nmdb.eu/?q=node/172 2. Schumann’s Resonance - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schumann_resonances 3. The contingency of parameters of human encephalograms and Schumann resonance electromagnetic fields revealed in monitoring studies, S V Pobachenko, A G Kolesnik, A S Borodin, V V Kalyuzhin, Biophysics, 51,3, 2006 4. by Pt. ShriRam Sharma Acharya 5. Space environment, electromagnetic fields, and circadian rhythm, R. Izumi, N. Ishioka, K. Mizuno and T. Goka, Volume 55, Supplement 1, 11 November 2000, Pages s25-s31. International Symposium Workshop on Circadian Rhythms and Clinical Chronotherapy 6. Hese Project: Research on Natural Electromagnetic fields - http://www.hese-project.org/heseuk/en/niemr/natural.php?content_type=R
…………..To be continued in the next edition
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The Eternal Law of Karma – II (Create your own world)
What is the science behind creating my own destiny? (Continued from previous edition)
How Does Chitragupta (sub-conscious mind) Maintain the Record? In the last edition, the reader has been introduced to the concept that our sub-conscious mind itself operates as the deity Chitragupta. In the neurons of the inner chambers of the mind, the sub-conscious mind keeps a continuous micro-record of our good and evil deeds in a condensed form like the recordings on a small compact disc. The writings of Sub-conscious mind could be regarded as shorthand notes taken by the Divine stenographer, Chitragupta, for presentation as testimony for objective evaluation of the total span of our life. In this edition let us discuss the working of Chitragupta (sub-conscious mind). Why and how this deity evaluates the deeds of a person and what are the yardsticks of this evaluation? We shall also find out how after physical death, the lines of fate drawn by Chitragupta determine a soul’s new incarnation in conditions of hell or heaven. We are aware that human mind works on two levels- one external and the other internal. The outer mind is analytical. It analyses the pros and cons, accepts and discards, takes decisions and changes resolutions. The inner mind, on the other hand, is like an innocent but resolute child. It neither accepts nor discards anything, but as the true faithful representative of the Divine, it functions impartially towards Divine justice. The external mind may think of escaping punishment by suppressing or overlooking the recordings of the lines of evil deeds and highlight only the virtuous deeds for reward. The inner mind (conscience is one of its constituents), on the other hand, works differently. It takes decisions like an unbiased judge of highest integrity, who cannot be influenced by allurement, fear or vested interest. It is said that in each human being there co-exist a saint and a devil. You may consider the secret inner mind as a representative of Divinity and the external mind, which is ever engaged in reasoning, rationalizing, deliberating, conspiring and hypocrisy, as a tool of the devil. The external mind may deceive by justifying each and every action of a person. The inner-mind, on the contrary, is
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the flame of the soul and a projection of the Absolute Truth. It is, therefore, incapable of conceit and deceit and is innately calm and detached. That is why God has entrusted it with such a crucial responsibility. For the common man, it is the deity Chitragupta. Being absolutely impartial, this deity has been given the high seat of Divine Judge. Like a secret service agent, this deity is all the time vigilantly shadowing a person and recording action in the secret diary. In human society, there are two departments for punishing the violators of law - the police and the court of justice. The police arrest the accused, collect the evidence and present in the court of law. Thereafter the process of justice takes over. The judge delivers the judgment after considering all aspects of the offence and related circumstances. Depending on the circumstantial evidence, individuals are handed down varied sentences for the same type of offence. Let us consider an example. Three people are accused of killing a person. Due to different circumstances associated with the crime, one is set free, the second person is sentenced to five years of imprisonment and the third is sent to the electric chair. The person, who was released, was a mason. While working at an elevated label, he had accidentally dropped a brick, which killed a passer. The presiding judge found that the brick was dropped accidentally and unintentionally, without an ulterior motive. Hence the accused was released without any punishment. The second accused was a farmer. Finding a thief stealing his crop, he had given him a fatal blow. Taking the circumstances, which prompted the offence, the judge considered that though it was natural for the farmer to show his anger on finding someone stealing his property, nevertheless, since he had over-reacted to a small offence, a sentence of five year imprisonment was given. The third person was a notorious robber who had robbed a rich man and intentionally killed him in the process. In this way the worldly court of justice pronounces judgment after minutely examining all circumstantial evidence. In the inner-mind the secret recordings of Chitragupta or sub-conscious mind discharge the dual responsibility of the police and court of justice. In the material world, if the prosecutor presents inadequate or false evidence, the judgment of the court is likely to be unfair but in the inner occult world there is absolutely no possibility of such miscarriage of justice. The inmost mind, being the direct and transparent witness to all physical as well as mental activities of a person, is holistically aware of the intentions, motives and circumstances of each and every action. Being holistically informed, the sub-conscious mind does not require the testimony of the external mind to arrive at a conclusion.
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In Divine Justice the gravity of a sin (vice) or merit of a virtue is decided on the basis of the motive and degree of emotional involvement with the deed. Whereas in the material world objects are measured materially on the basis of their mundane worth, this measure is irrelevant for dispensing Divine Justice. The material world may ignore a poor donor of ten cents and admire a person donating ten thousand dollars. But in Divine Jurisprudence the worth of such acts of altruism will not be assessed on this gross physical basis. Let us take an example. In a remote, undeveloped tribal area, one may barter a kilogram of food grains for sugar, but in a developed country one has to pay in hard currency. In the material world, people do earn fame and name by making large contributions to charity, helping in popular welfare activities, joining religious or charitable institutions, delivering or listening to sermons and participating in pilgrimages; but the “Domain of Chitragupta” does not accept this currency. The ledgers of this domain record only debits and credits of motives and emotional involvements in the performance of deeds and convert these into virtues and sins accordingly. …………..To be continued in the next edition
(This series is based on the book “The Eternal Law of Karma” by Pt. Shri Ram Sharma Acharya)
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Sleep, Dreams, And Spiritual Reflections - II (Continued from previous edition)
The Deep Roots of Dreams The origin of dreams is elucidated in the Yoga Sutra as a result of causal or incidental transition of mind from its conscious to unconscious state or from a state of cognition and retention to that of subtler impulses of mental activities. Whatever one experiences in the subconscious state of sleep, is often seen by him as a dream as per the natural tendencies of his mind and body. The ancient science of Indian medicine (Ayurveda) classifies the natural tendencies of mind and body in three principal categories of pitta, vata and kafa. Frequent scenes of fire and light in the dreams are characteristics of the pitta tendencies. The people having vata as the major tendency often see sky and experience winds and movements in space in
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Professor Kelvin is a reputed psychologist and expert of dream sciences in the U.S.A. His views largely coincide with the explanations of the Indian philosophers. He defines dreams as collective manifestation of varied imaginations and reactions of the unconscious mind during sleep. Experiments on study of dreams affirm that the activities of the inner mind continue even in the dormant state of the conscious (external) mind. The conscious activities, flow of thoughts and associated visual representations disappear in this state. Impulses of the unconscious (subliminal) mind are then reflected as dreams.
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The proportion and intensity of visual reflections in dreams is more prominent than the instances of speaking and hearing. This is why dreams are usually referred as “seeing a dream” or “saw in the dream…” etc. hysicaland Biological sciences do noyt provide definite reasons or logical elucidation of dreams. Even the existence of dreams is doubted here, as no specific neuronal activity could be attributed to the origin and nature of dreams. It is said that the countless inscriptions in the memory –– constituted by whatever we have ever perceived, thought or felt, are inconsequentially or systematically retrieved and expressed from time to time via dreams. But the deeper depths of memory and its hidden linkage with the subtle dimensions of consciousness remain unexplained in such ‘scientific’ interpretations. Modern research in Psychology and related Neurosciences too leaves the mystic nature of dreams largely unapprised. Investigations into the occult psychological aspects and the subliminal reflections of the inner mind –– is a subject matter of spirituality which allows comprehensive analysis of dreams too. Ms. Oscho Rokheodova of Russia had become blind, deaf and dumb at the age of five. Despite losing these principal faculties, she demonstrated outstanding talents in writing. Her brilliant book “My Perceptions and Conceptions of the World” highlights her experience with dreams. In her views, one can dream and feel the different movements and happenings in a dream without seeing it through the eyes. Scientific elucidation of such possibilities indicates that a blind person may not have visual perception of the scenes appearing in a dream but the smell and sound of the associated objects and activities might enable him experience the dreams. It is said that the type and quality of dreams usually depends upon one’s intrinsic nature, tendencies and inclinations. It is also argued that by controlling his inner powers one can control the nature of his dreams too. Maharshi Ved Vyas mentions in the “Brahma Sutra” that –– dreams of a serene and intuitive mind often indicate the major events of future. By prudent decipheration of these subtle indications and arousing the will-power of the inner self, one can minimize the negative consequences of the ill omen or unfortunate events and may attempt enhance the gravity of the favorable times kept in the stock of future. The modern researchers have also begun to recognize the predominant role
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of the inner (unconscious) mind in the dreams of deep-sleep. Analysis of specific categories and characteristics of dreams might be used to elucidate the hidden secrets and complexities of human psychology and to help diagnosis and treatment of psychosomatic and psychiatric problems. This would lay the scientific foundation of Dream Therapy. The ancient science of spirituality may be reinvestigated to expand the scope of this research. ……………To be continued in the next edition (This series is based on the book “Sleep, Dreams And Spiritual Reflections” by Pt. Shri Ram Sharma Acharya)
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Genesis of Quantum Theory from Sublime Revelations – Dr.Pranav Pandya. Spiritual attitude induces ever-new enthusiasm and inspiration in a scientist's inquisitive mind. If a scientist adopts a spiritual attitude towards existence, his research will be more purposeful and beneficial for the welfare of mankind and the world. Spiritual attitude of a scientist leads his findings towards benevolent goals. Nobel Laureate Max Planck (b. 1858 – d. 1947) was among the scientists of this distinct caliber whose highly gifted genius never lost sight of spirituality in the glitter of epochal scientific inventions and achievements. This great founder of Quantum Mechanics was always interested in borderline problems of physics and philosophy and published many addresses and articles in this domain. Planck was interested in Truth and Universe beyond observation, and objected to atheism as an obsession with symbols. At the same time he, despite being an ardent Christian, was against the Church organizations' demands for unquestioning belief. He was averse to religious intolerance and also to the prevailing misconceptions on fate. In his views, as conveyed in a translation of his speeches on related topics, “It is a dangerous act of self-delusion if one attempts to get rid of an unpleasant moral obligation by claiming that human action is the inevitable result of an inexorable law of nature. The human being who looks upon his own future as already determined by fate, or the nation that believes in a prophecy which states that its decline is inexorably decreed by a law of nature, only acknowledges a lack of will power to struggle and win through”. Much like the rishis, the Indian scientists of spirituality, the God in which Max Planck believed was an Almighty, Omniscient, Benevolent but Transcendent Spirit that permeated everything, every manifestation of Nature, including the physical laws. His views reflect the natural approach of scientific spirituality. For example, he writes in “Where Is Science Going?” [Book by Max Planck, with a Prologue by Albert Einstein, Translation and biographical note by James Murphy; New York: W. W. Norton & Co., 1932],— “We must admit that the mind of each one of our greatest geniuses — Aristotle, Kant or Leonardo, Goethe or Beethoven, Dante or Shakespeare — even at the moment of its highest flights of thought or in the most profound inner workings of the soul, was subject to the causal fiat and was an instrument in the hands of an Almighty law which governs the world.” Max Planck (baptized name: Karl Ernst Ludwig Max Planck) was born in Kiel to Johann Julius Wilhelm Planck and his second wife, Emma Patzig. His was a traditional, intellectual family. His paternal great-grandfather and grandfather were both Professors of Theology at Gottingen, Germany. His father was a Professor of Law at Kiel and Munich. His paternal uncle was a judge. Little Max was born with sharp intellect and creative talents.
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Music was his first love but Physics fascinated him, too. He was curious to know about the universe and wondered about who would have created it? His grandfather often used to encourage his quest and inspire him to look deeper into the depths of the phenomena of Nature. Perhaps, his theological views had motivated Planck's brilliant mind to look at a unified force working behind every activity of Nature, even the tiniest particle of matter existing in it. His creative approach to science is so finely articulated in one of his articles, where he says (translated version of original German text)–“Science means unflinching endeavor and continually progressing development towards an objective, which the poet's intuition may comprehend, but the scientist's intellect can never fully grasp…” After his early education at Kiel till 1874, Max Planck pursued his higher studies at Munich and obtained a doctorate (Ph. D.) in Physics from University of Munich at the age of 21. His thesis was titled “Über den zweiten Hauptsatz der mechanischen Wärmetheorie (On the second fundamental theorem of the mechanical theory of heat). He continued his fundamental research in Thermodynamics and related areas of Theoretical Physics. He obtained many important results and became a full professor at the University of Berlin in 1892. Noted scientists and theologians like Albert Einstein and Adolf von Harnack were among his close friends there. While working on a project to produce maximum light from light bulbs with minimum energy, he turned his attention to the problem of “Black-body Radiations”: How does the intensity of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by a black-body (a perfect absorber) depend on the frequency (e.g. color of light) of the radiation and the temperature of the body?” The question was posed by Kirchoff way back in 1859 and had been explored experimentally, but no theoretical treatment agreed with experimental values, despite the dedicated attempts of many contemporary scientists. Planck too had tried out several solutions – including the Wien-Plank law, but much to his frustration nothing could convincingly explain the experimental observations. In a mood of despair one evening he sat alone in the living room and started playing his piano. He was truly gifted when it came to music. In school days itself he took singing lessons and played piano, organ and cello, and composed songs and operas. So much so, that his Physics professor Philipp von Jolly himself had advised Max against going into Physics, saying, “in this field, almost everything is already discovered, and all that remains is to fill a few holes.” Planck replied that he did not wish to discover new things, he wanted only to deeply understand the knowable fundamentals of the field. His creative talent in music flourished along with his deeper studies and research in the dry subject like Physics.
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Music was much more than only a means of recreation for him. His family (wife Marie Merck and children: sons Karl and Erwin and twin daughters Emma and Grete) also used to enjoy his and his friends' musical performances. Often on the weekends the Planck home used to appear like a social and cultural centre. Several of his friends (mostly scientists and Professors at the university) used to visit them and participate in the mini-musical programmes. Well, so it was not new for his family to find him engrossed in playing his piano. But, that day was somewhat distinct. His eagerness to resolve the research problem that was sitting in his head since several years, coupled with a feeling of despair – due to failure of all thorough efforts so far - was making a special effect. Along with the music he also got immersed in the memories of his father and grandfather. Their photographs were kept in the living room and he often used to tell his children the stories of his childhood, especially about his grandfather's theological lessons. Couple of times he had also experienced that his grandfather was 'preaching' him in dreams. Memories of his grandfather and the intense flow of piano's melody that evening seemed to have taken his heart into the sublime realms of Nature. He experienced unique joy. He did not realize when he felt asleep. In the dream he found himself in a pool of light. There was serene music of Nature in absolute silence. He then saw his grandfather, whose face also appeared as emitting light. He heard as though his grandfather was telling him – “Look Max, everything is made up of subtle energyparticles, whether it is an element of matter or light. These energy-particles flow continuously at a fixed rate.” He woke up suddenly after the dream, full of new energy and ideas. He could not sleep any more that night. He also reached the university much early next morning and started working on his papers. The dream sparked a 'scientific intuition' in his mind, some words echoed in his mind sounding like “fixed quantity”, “common energy”, etc. His sharp and prepared brain, which was so thorough in analyzing different aspects of energy-radiation, got it right. “Yes it must be that energy moves in fixed quantity” - he hypothesized. He modified his earlier theory and jotted down new formulae. His new theory described the experimentally observed black-body spectrum well. The central assumption behind this new derivation, presented to the DPG on 14 December 1900, was the supposition that energy could be emitted only in quantized form, in other words, energy could only be a multiple of an elementary unit (called 'quantum'). This is what formed the basis of Quantum Mechanics, which gave new direction to Physics and scientific and technological research and developments thereafter. Science has advanced a long trajectory since Planck's Quantum Theory and Einstein's Theory of Relativity. But the goal of deciphering the Nature
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and unfolding the ultimateTruth is still far from sight a century later. A holistic approach synthesizing spirituality along with integration of natural and social sciences would be the best option in the new millennium to proceed in the right direction towards plumbing deeper depths of reality. Perhaps Max Planck also envisaged it when he wrote — “I regard consciousness as fundamental. I regard matter as derivative from consciousness. We cannot get behindconsciousness. Everything that we talk about, everything that we regard as existing, postulates consciousness” [c.f. The Observer, January 25, 1931]. Planck also perceived the eternal bond between natural sciences and spirituality, as he remarked — “Both religion and science require a belief in God. For believers, God is in the beginning, and for physicists, He is at end of all considerations… To the former, He is the foundation, to the latter, the crown of the edifice of every generalized world view”. [c.f. Religion and Natural Science –lecture given in 1937; published in Max Planck's “Scientific Autobiography and Other Papers” translated by F. Gaynor, New York, 1949; pg 184]
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The Extrasensory Potential of Our Mind – I The Wonders of the Negligible Subtler forms of matter and energy, and the subliminal currents of conscious force are exponentially more powerful than their gross manifestations.
All activities of the material world are regulated at the atomic level.
So, what is an atom? It is an ensemble of orbiting electrons and the nuclear protons and neutrons or still subtler particles The key is to harness this energy strategically. Utilizing the potency – the energy, of the drug constituents forms the basis Homeopathy.
Under this principle, medicines are formulated in very minute doses. The
quantity is minimum, yet appropriate, for a gentle remedial effect. This concept of minimum dose lead to the discovery of a practical process called potentisation
Structure of an atom
Tiny sugar pills coated with homeopathic medicine
Darwin, the father of the “Theory of Evolution” was also interested in the subtler fields of energy. A Dutch scientist had apprised him of the finding that even a one hundred thousandth fraction of a grain of Atropine affects the eyes. Darwin described his experience in an affirmation, saying –– “In one experiment, I have seen how a millionth part of a milligram of Ammonia could stimulate an artery. A hundred and twenty millionth fraction of a tiny crystal of common salt also causes similar effects”. Dr. A. Singer had shown that whatever effect a milliliter of an acid would cause on the healthy body, similar would be the reaction of its two hundred thousandth milliliter. Dr. Schussler had shown that if one eats large quantity of salt, it would have instant negative reaction and also cause harmful effects since only a negligible amount of salt is sufficient for normal functioning of the cells. Larger concentrations of the same disturb the trans-membrane ionic currents along with other negative effects on the harmony of cellular and biochemical reactions. If the ratio of hydrochloric acid in water is 1:100 at the body-temperature, then it would help easy
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digestion of the gluten of the pulses and fibril of other grains. But little rise in its concentration would rather suppress the digestive power instead. Still larger amount would be damaging. The iron content of milk is a very important factor since it is a healthy food. Almost a millionth fraction of a milligram of iron is present in in 250 grams of milk! It sounds negligible. But nature has adjusted everything so optimally. A little more of this amount would, on the contrary, make milk too heavy to be digested. The vital role of the red blood corpuscles (RBC) in healthy maintenance of life is well known. The ideal component of iron in these cells is a major factor that accounts for the power of hemoglobin in the RBCs. This content also is very small. One RBC is about twelve millionth of an inch in size. A small drop of blood is constituted by about 0.3 million of such particles. How much iron could this tiny particle contain? Here again the subtle amount makes all the difference. The root of manifestation of life in a human form is also so subtle. The zygote is formed by the union of the sperm with the ovum, which is about a millionth of a cubic millimeter in size. Isn’t it surprising that the marvelous creation of the human body is contained in such a microstructure – which can’t even be seen without an electronic microscope? Sperm cell penetrates an ovum, resulting in fertilization of an egg. The zygote or fertilized egg develops into an embryo. A 'full term' delivery generally occurs around 40 weeks. A bottle containing saffron smells of its heavenly incense even after it has been emptied and washed several times. This again reflects the significant impact of the subliminal power of matter. In our day to day life, we feel that the gross world, the visible facts of life is routine and appear ordinary and unattractive. We hardly find time to notice anything special or important. But, if we pay a little attention and think little deep, we would find the excellence of order, inexplicable perfection, and absolute art of Nature in it. A new world, a new experience of life, beyond what we knew at superficial level would also express its existence as we enter deeper in our thoughts, knowledge, and realizations. The physical world as well as the subtle world of thoughts, sentiments and spiritual realization, every impulse of existence in the subliminal expansion of consciousness, is astonishing, and provided limitless source of knowledge. Acquisition of greater knowledge is possible through spirituality and understanding subliminal forms of Nature. A sincere endeavor to dive would open the door for elucidation of the absolute truth. Such attempts in the domain of physical (material or perceivable) world have led to scientific understanding and developments. Those pertaining to the world of thoughts, sentiments and spirituality fall under the auspices of the yogasadhanas and provide the key to blissful enlightenment and astonishing attainments. In-depth study of science and spirituality enhances the possibility of greater success and accomplishments in both the dimensions and
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thus enable reaching higher realms of virtuous life. Transformation of the visible forms of existence into the invisible and vice-versa is quite natural, although, it might, at times appear mysterious because of our ignorance. Matter could be converted into energy and energy could be expressed or manifested in material form. This is factual in the fields of physico-chemical sciences. This universal law also applies in the subliminal realms of Nature. “The Brah® –– the Omnipresent Supreme Consciousness manifests itself in Maya – the physical world, the perceivable expression of Nature. Maya is ultimately absorbed in the Brah®”. These implications of the Vedanta Philosophy sound too esoteric and confusing in general. It is difficult to decipher and realize the deep knowledge conveyed therein. However, as the modern science is moving deeper into the subtler forms of matter and energy, it is tending closer towards the ancient sciences and is gradually unfolding the hidden secrets of Nature and its subliminal core. It may be hoped that one day it would elucidate the realization of the Omnipresent Consciousness existing in every living being as well as every form of matter. The science of Physics may be broadly classified as that pertaining to –– (i) Matter and (ii) Energy. Material forms are those, which can be perceived by our sense organs. These can be collected or measured in three different, mutually transformable states, namely, solid, liquid and gas. Energy corresponds to the source of power, or force, contained in matter and in the universal expansion of nature. Heat, Light, Electricity, Magnetism, Sound, etc are different forms of energy. Existence of energy expands in the form of waves. This cannot be measured directly but can be realized in terms of their potential manifestation in the activities of the physical world. The solids do not change their state, size, and shape without any external force, or mechanical or chemical cause of change. The interconnections between the molecules and atoms provide this rigidity to a solid form of matter. The mutual force of attraction between the molecules of a liquid is rather weak. Therefore, liquids flow under the law of pressure-gradient. These adopt the shape of the container. The molecules of gas do not have any binding of mutual force. These are therefore free to move in all directions and can therefore diffuse. All the three states of a single element are quite different from each other in terms of physical and chemical properties. Variation in the energy level may bring drastic changes in the state of matter. For example, at reduced heat – below 0oC water becomes ice and with warming – above 100oC it boils and evaporates as steam. The molecules that constitute matter and the atoms that constitute a molecule are in constant motion. Their velocity increases with temperature. The change in the temperature or pressure causes rearrangements of the molecules and eventually results in transformation of state. At a very low temperature, a piece of iron may be
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converted into rough crystals like that of sand. Variation in molecular energy may transform the form of a substance so much that it would be difficult to recall or infer about its original form. Whatever we see through our eyes is not the ultimate truth. The sky appears as a limitless blue vast expanse. Thick layer of water in a deep pond or river looks greenish. But the scientific fact is– the skies as well as water are both colorless. It is the effect of the reflection or refraction of light through specific angles gives the appearance of the color of an object. Whichever color or combination of colors (out of the seven principle colors of light-spectrum) a flower reflects (after absorbing the other colors) appears as its color. The same is true of the color of fruits, paints, cloths, and other things we see anywhere in this world. What appears stationary or stable around is not so in reality. Vibratory and rotatory movements of their molecules make existence possible. Appearance of a smooth surface is also an illusion. The surface of a mica coated table would look so smooth and shining. But a closer look with a microscope would reveal wavy nature. Likewise, water appears homogeneous in appearance and in reality has “spaces” in its molecular structure. It is this property that renders water as an excellent universal solvent enabling it dissolve salts, sugars and serve an important biological function. ……………….To be continued in next edition (This series is based on the book “The Extrasensory Potential of Mind” by Pt. Shri Ram Sharma Acharya)
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Glossary
Gyanendriyas - five cognitive senses : ears, skin, eyes, tongue and nose
Karmendriyas - the five organs of action: vocal chords, feet, hands, rectum, and genitals
Gyana yoga – The path of knowledge
Bhakti yoga - the spiritual practice of fostering loving devotion
Karma yoga - the path of selfless action and selfless service
Gomukha asana - Gomukhasana or the Cow-face Pose derives its name from Sanskrit where
go means cow and mukha means face
Sadhana - spiritual exertion towards an intended goal
Pindanda , Brahmanda – microcosm and macrocosm Chitragupta - Lord Chitragupta is the chronicler of the good and bad deeds of individual souls
during their sojourn on earth
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Dr. Pranav Pandya
Dr. Vijay Bhatkar 2
Architect of PARAM supercomputers, India
Head: All World Gayatri Pariwar Chancellor: Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya
Dr. Sunitha Guptha
Director: Brahmavarchas Research Institute
PhD., Sr. Research Scientist, U.S.A. Shraddheya Shailbala Pandya Dr. Arun Kumar
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PhD., Sr. Research Scientist, U.S.A.
Shri Vedmata Gayatri Trust, Shantikunj, Haridwar
G. Jayanth
Dr.Marella Sri Rama Krishna
M.S., Electrical Engineering, U.S.A.
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K. SaiTej
Dr. Vijay Bhatkar
M.S., Industrial Engineering, U.S.A
Architect
Smt. Praphulla
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M.C.A., Software Engineer, U.S.A
M Tech, PhD, India
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