Reflections Spirituality & Society Spirituality & Society Magazine Spirituality Issue 10, 21-June-22 EN

LGBTQ in Perspective of Hindu Philosophy

Note from the editorial team for readers of this article  The world today faces problems of polarisation and a lack of ability to handle extremes, and incorporate alternate viewpoints. An overall integrative approach is required to address such pressing needs of society. One such issue is about the rights of people who identify themselves as […]

Spirituality & Society Spirituality & Society Magazine Spirituality Issue 7, 21-Jun-21 EN

LGBTI in the Perspective Of Hindu Philosophy (Part 1)

From Dubious. Some men like Jack. And some like Jill. I’m glad, I like them both. But still…………………… In the strict ranks of gay and straight, What is my status: Stray, Or Great? (by Vikram Seth poet / writer) Writer and poet Vikram Seth is not alone in his desperate search for a full place […]

Spirituality & Society Spirituality & Society Magazine Spirituality Issue 6, 16-April-21 EN

Euthanasia in Hinduism as an Alternative to Endless Suffering (Part 2)

We find a strong reference to euthanasia as a solution to unbearable suffering at the end of the Mahābhārata. The Kauravas, who personify injustice and wickedness, are defeated by the Pāṇḍavas who personify justice and goodness. King Dhṛtarāṣṭra, akin to the Kauravas and the symbol of ignorance, weeps and wails over his sons and family […]

Spirituality & Society Spirituality & Society Magazine Spirituality Issue 4, 2-Oct-20 EN

Euthanasia in Hinduism as an alternative to endless suffering (part 1 of 2)

The Netherlands has had a new euthanasia law for several years: the law on the assessment of termination of life on request and assisted suicide. This law empowers a physician to administer a drug to the patient that results in death. The doctor may also make the medicine available for the patient to self-administer. This […]