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GUAVA LEAVES CAN EXTREMELY 100% STOP YOUR HAIR LOSS AND MAKE IT GROW LIKE CRAZY!

Guava leaves are worthy of so much attention since they offer an abundance of health benefits. They are high in vitamins A and C, potassium, healthy fiber and lycopene.

In this article we give you 17 amazing health benefits provided by guava leaves:

1. Guava leaf tea can decrease bad LDL cholesterol without affecting good HDL cholesterol levels.
2. Treat bronchitis and coughs with guava leaf tea
3. Apply crushed guava leaves onto affected areas to relieve itching caused by allergies
4. This method can also be used for relieving insect bites.
5. Guava leaves offer an amazing aid against hair loss when boiled and allowed too cool on room temperature. Gently massage your scalp to stop any further hair loss
6. Guava leaf tea stops carbohydrates from turning into sugar and thus suppresses appetite. This will also help you to reduce weight.
7. Guava leaf tea is also great for upset stomach and provides a great help in cases of food poisoning.
8. This tea is also effective in the treatment of diarrhea and dysentry since it provides strong antimicrobial properties.
9. Guava leaf tea is considered to be effective in treating enlarged prostate and cancer.
10. It is especially recommended for men who deal with fertility problems.
11. Guava leaves are high in vitamin C, which helps to heal those trouble spots on your face, called acne and pimples.
12. In order to prevent infections, aplly crushed guava leaves on minor cuts like scrapes or abrasion. You can also prepare a tea to relieve an outer ear infection. Leave the tea to cool and then drop some of it in on the affected area.
13. Boil 9 guava leaves in 5 cups of water until the amount you have in your pot reduces by half. This is great in the treatment of dengue.
14. Guava leaf tea is very beneficial for diabetics as it reduces blood sugar level and does not stimulate insulin secretion.
15. Chew guava leavesin order to relieve toothache, inflamed gums and sores in the oral cavity.
16. If you want to remove blackheads naturally, crush a few guava leaves and stir in a little bit of water. Use this instead of your regular face scrub.
17. Use the same combination to prevent premature skin aging, and you will be amazed by the result.

Now when you know all these amazing benefits of guava leaves, you can use them whenever you need, and if you have guava tree in your backyard, you are very lucky.

Source: healthdigezt.com

Changing time after time!

Systematic Hindu religion teaching needed for Malaysian Hindus

We need a second wave of religion awakening  for Malaysian Hindus.

It's high time now for Hindu religious organizations in Malaysia to come-up with a well rounded Hindu religion classes for Malaysian Hindu population. No doubt that Hinduism is  dynamic in its practices and follows many "sampradaya" teachings but majority Hindu population here does not even know that Hinduism has four main denomination which is not in conflict with each other as Ahimsa is their foremost common dharmic principle. Being confused about what is the main authority book on Hinduism, more than 90% of Hindus will answer Bhagavad Gita and Ramayana as the main book. This is true but not accurate.

Further, we're prone to mixing religious believes and traditional practices carried from our forefathers without proper understanding. This leads to conflicting minds in young children who are growing in a plural society.

Books about Hindu religion are too complex and varied in nature. Most are of high intellectual nature like Puranas of yore which depicts moral stories; containing mixed situation, including violence. We experienced children asking thought-provoking questions, comparing with other religions that sometimes even the adults cannot provide adequate and intelligent answers!

So, which book to read to know about Hinduism? Malaysian Hindus are open to many challenges in this far more open society, ascending towards  uncontrolled liberal thinking in a diversified race/religion mixture country.Young children, and often the adults too are confused about Hindu religion basic understanding.

Sadly too, many Hindu children in Malaysia don't have proper means to acquire such  religious knowledge due to sheer ignorance of parents or social  surroundings where they live in, e.g. rural areas and estates, low-income families, broken families etc. 

Another main issue is language. Malaysia is culturally diversified and multilingual nation though Bahasa Melayu is the national language, English is widely used and vernacular languages like Tamil, Mandarin, etc, are prevalent among the Malaysian Indians and Chinese.

Hindu children are sent to National schools where Malay language is the main medium of teaching. Though Tamil schools are quite popular with the rural families, urban parent prefers to place their kids in national schools due to the better facilities, well funded by government and wanted these kids to be competent speaking Bahasa Melayu, a language which is compulsory for full certificate award as well prerequisite if wanted to gain University entrance and government jobs.

On the contrary, lately, we are witnessing a surge in awareness to learn this beautiful religion in other part of the world in a systematic way. Western devotees, who had just recently discovered Sanathana Dharma's profound intrinsic values are leaping ahead; learning the religion diligently from the basics, adhering to Hindu tenets correctly and value adding them with proper delivery tools so that their youngsters are implanted with the right thoughts, sound intellectual understanding.

Only after 1980's, when His Holiness Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami reverberated with a loud wake-up call to all Malaysian Hindus to rise and  "defend" Hinduism by equipping with sound religious knowledge, had made a huge impact on them to boldly push for internal and external changes. We had made a tremendous transformation since then.Thus, we should be thankful and grateful to this great "Mahan" as the main towering figure who woke-up the sleeping giants in us to be brave and expressive enough seeking major transformation, proudly reclaiming our Hindu religion believes and practices with pride.

The need for common interesting and educational book that unite all the knowledge on Hinduism presented in simple to understand, yet triggers intellectual curiosity to love and practice Hindu religion among young children and adult alike is truly lacking.

Though many independent Hindu religion organization in Malaysia do have religious education, but this is just confined within their group members and occasional devotees who visit their places. A clear comparison can be observed on their personal development  of that a child attends proper religious class and those who do not. The former mostly outshines the latter in every aspect of personal development as they grow-up.

Pupil own religion (POR) classes, apart from pupils own language classes (POL) should be a part of the curriculum subject for children of other religions. Hinduism classes must be conducted on specific time and day within school hours in the national schools. I know it's easier to say than done, but with strong willpower and community political will support may materialize these mission, eventually one day!

Hinduism classes must be conducted at a specific time and days within school hours as parents aren't focusing on this aspect at home and for that matter, they completely leave it to self-discovery, traditional pass down of their religious practices or entrust them to trustworthy (sometimes can be untrustworthy organizations) Hindu religious groups, temples and organizations at respective areas or near their residence .

Nevertheless, credit must be given too to the many individuals and organizations that are trying their level best to create greater awareness among the young Hindu generation to love our religion without being fanatical towards other religions. We are seeing many activities being conducted to outreach knowledge thirst Hindus to learn this beautiful religion comprehensively and be proud to be a Hindu. 

Let us pray and do our part in any way or means we can to support their activities to boldly move forward spiritual and physical development of Malaysian Hindus.

Garland of Pearly Words of HH Swami Sivaprabhananda

Garland of Pearly Words  HH Swami Sivaprabhananda

“Enna punniyam seitheynoh”.

What great merit I have done in previous births that I deserve to be born in this life serving my Satguru till my last physical breath? Only He (HH Shanthanand Saraswathi) knows and I surrender my will to Him” -His Holiness Swami Sivaprabhananda, reverend resident sanyasin of Temple of Fine Arts (JB)

Prostration and my humble salutation to all the Gurus for their inner guidance and may they keep illuminating my mind seeking  higher consciousness while allowing my impermanent body  carry out the  necessary dharmic duties to best of my ability in this earthly life.

I suppose it was my previous life’s “punya” residues that I am able to get near to or be with great holy men whom have no desire but just to serve, love and showing dharma path to mere ordinary mortals like us. Among billions of souls, there are few enlightened ones among them, rare Saints who walk along with us. They are highly evolved souls, we revere them so passionately. One such advanced soul is HH Shanthanand Saraswathi. Swamiji, whose linage came from great spiritual Guru Parampara, HH Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh, India. HH Swamiji had captured thousands of hearts across the globe with His simple outlook, charm and empowering love.

Though I’ve never met Swamiji personally on physical plane but I could feel sense and intuit HH presence whenever I got a chance to be with HH’s initiated monk, reverend Sivaprabhananda Swamiji, a resident sanyasin of Temple Of Fine Arts (JB) at Sivanjali Ashram, Bukit Kempas, Johor.

I would rather say, “I am blessed” whenever I get golden opportunity to be with His reverend and sip in some wisdom words that come from Swamiji’s higher knowledge fountain  mind plane, quenching my spiritual thirst along the way. Swamiji is an ordinary sanyasin with extraordinary simplicity. It was sheer blessed feelings whenever Swamiji narrates all the sum experiences He had with His Satguru and the wonderful journey Swamiji set on.

These pearly words are some of the captured wisdom gems that I have collected, kept in my simple mind, knowing that they may seem very ordinary but are priceless treasures that can’t be bought when viewed from inner perspective. Writing these garlands of pearly wisdom words is my small love token and humble way of showing appreciation and dedication to reverend Swamiji’s devotion fulfilling His Paramaguru’s mission. This is a humbling experience to recall sprouting thoughts and reproduced them on physical plane after spending many precious moments with reverend Swamiji.

Whenever we’re with any great parampara lineage sanyasins, our vasanas too are removed, slowly but surely with grace of Gods and Gurus, we shall see our “own-self” nearer and clearer, finally be One with our Maker.

Aum Shanti

Ravichandran Ceyon                                                                          16^th June 2010

Johor            

                                                                         Aum Shanti

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 Garland of Pearly Words

 HH Swami Sivaprabhananda

“Enna punniyam seitheyno”.

What great merit I have done in previous births that I deserve to be born in this life serving my Satguru till my last physical breath? Only He (HH Shanthanand Saraswathi) knows and I surrender my will to Him”

-His Holiness Swami Sivaprabhananda, reverend sanyasin of Temple of Fine Arts (JB)

These are the outpouring of love words of Swamiji, describing His existence and the destiny set to thread forward few decades ago, taking a noble path shown by Satguru, Shanthanand Saraswathi.

“Belief in the higher Soul nature, You exist, God exist, so believe in your Guru for he believes in You”

“Never doubt your Guru, surrender unto Him and be One with Him”

“He never sees Two but just One. Why be in fear when the Guru is Here (inside the heart)”

“Your file is closed”, HH Shanthanand Saraswathi told Swamiji (referring His worldly mission is only godly mission thence on)

“Seeing from within, the inner mind never sleeps. Rely on that spontaneity without analyzing but

 just by realizing”

“Don’t pretend, extend your sincere heart and mind in fulfilling your duty”

“Work without asking for return, merits are accrued with compounded interest returned to the doer many fold later”

“I have a desire” Swamiji said. “My desire is to fulfill Guru’s mission, nothing else”

“ I don’t know why I am chosen (be a sanyasin), but I know I have something to do, however small they seem to be as ordained by Satguru (HH Shanthanand Saraswathi) “

Swamiji often quote, “I am nothing; just an ordinary soul carrying out paramaguru’s mission to my best ability”

“You’re everything to me”, Swamiji’s spontaneous reply to HH Shanthanand during a conversation.

“Don’t analyze, just realize”

“My action is just an extension of Swamiji’s (HH Shanthanand) vision and mission”

“All experiences in life, good or bad are just lessons we need to learn. Keep moving forward”

“It’s all Gurus’ grace” (referring to HH Shanthanand Saraswathi)

“Money can buy material wealth; Guru’s guide if followed sincerely buys eternity (moksha)”

“Don’t worry, God will take care everything. Just perform your part with sincere, love and trust”

“This place is not an ordinary place (referring to Sivanjali Ashram, Bukit Kempas). Guru has blessed and thus

it’s a sacred and holy place”

“You can go to Rishikesh for pilgrimage but its equal in merit to pilgrimage here too. (Sivanjali Ashram)”

“Face your karma courageously”

“Are you ready to let go your `ego’? Do you have the `vairakiyam’ to be a renunciate?,”HH SS asked Swami Sivaprabhananda

“Your will is my will”, said Swamiji to HH Swami Shanthanand Saraswathi

“Don’t falter on your sadhana given by Guru”

“Don’t run here and there. Be still and face problems head on with calm. Our old vasanas comes through people around us”

“Remember and perform what Guru had said”, Swamiji’s gentle reminder not to forget HH Swami Shanthanand’s mission.

“You’re Sivananda’s (HH Sivananda Swamiji) representative here”, HH Shanthanand Swamiji to reverend Sivaprabhananda Swamiji

“We’re here not to glorify ourselves or feed our big Ego. We’re to clear them with grace of a Guru”

“The intellectual mind is mischivious and cunning fellow if not hold onto a central perspective. Keep track the mind, observe closely and discriminate its contents before saying”

“The sweetest “amrita” is from one’s Guru”, Swamiji quipped while taking meal.

“Swamiji is full of love (referring to HH Shanthanand Saraswathi). He gave so much of love till we’re intoxicated with His ever flowing love”

“Don’t play truant in your Sadhana (prayers). Be consistent, keep trying however difficult the challenges you may face. It will soon fade away”

“There is a little secret about this place (showing toward Sivanjali ashram). The secret is, It is sacred”

“I am nothing. All the praises goes to my Guru (HH Shanthanand Saraswathi)”, Swamiji often says this.

“Be yourself, don’t trouble others, serve as much as you can, learn to be detached and appreciate your surroundings”

“Honor your words by likewise action”, Swamiji explains the tendency in us to forget our affirmation in keeping our words.

“Guru is watching you.. You may forget Him but he never forgets You”, Swamiji reminds us that our actions are observed by HH Shanthanand Saraswathi (from inner planes)

“Make your life worthwhile. Do something that brings positive changes in you and places around you”

“See God in everyone, even in your enemy”

“Love the person you hate most as he/she teaches you (us) how not to hate”

“Answers are here (inside), keep looking within, not outside”

“Lead a simple and uncomplicated life. That doesn’t mean you abandon your dharma, fulfill all and detach all”

“Light burns to ashes our veiled Ego wall, so don’t be afraid to come near to Light. It purifies our thoughts, creates dharmic actions, attitude and diminish instinctive reactionary mind”

“Swamiji is personification of Love” – describing HH Shanthanand Saraswathi.

“The last thing to go is EGO, we must strive to achieve removing the big “E” and “GO” away to “self freedom” but we need Guru’s grace to do this” – explaining the splitting of EGO to E and GO

“Balance spiritual and material life and be in contentment always”. Swamiji advices on how happiness can be cultivated.

“Pay attention to details. Take steps to improve gradually. The older we grow; our actions too should be refined”

“Make peace, not war”

“Treat everyone equally. There is no difference in the eye of God. The beggar who gives 10cent and a millionaire who gives away thousands of ringgit receives equal punya in weight according to their individual standing”

“Think many times before saying anything”

“It’s just not only in reciting the mantras but understanding them and applying them in our lives”

“The change comes from the inside not outside” – Swamji touches His heart to explain how self transformation should begin; reflecting on our habits and attitudes from inner perspective and take action to change the negative ones for betterment.

“Make your-self useful” – Swamiji reminding us for being idle without a reason.

“Make peace to your-self” – Swamiji’s caring words for the agitated mind.

“Saying is easy, doing is hard but can be done if persistence is there plus with Guru’s blessings”, Swamiji’s advice on avoiding giving-up halfway through of ones’ goal.

“Don’t forget the past” – Swamiji reminds us not to forget our past experiences as these teach us to be humble without clinging on them.

“Keep your-self occupied with meaningful activities and surrounded by good people”

“Take it easy”