A federal judge has awarded $150,000 to a former Chicago Public Schools student who alleged her religious rights were violated by a mandatory Transcendental Meditation program. The student, a Christian, claimed the program included “Hinduistic rituals” that conflicted with her faith, raising constitutional concerns about the separation of religion and public education, writes chicago.suntimes.com. A...
This YouTube documentary discusses the Beatles’ 1968 trip to Rishikesh, India, detailing their time at the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s ashram. The documentary explores the ashram’s restoration, the Beatles’ experiences there, including musical celebrations and interactions with locals, and features interviews with people involved in the project and those who knew the Beatles. The documentary also uses previously unseen...
In TM movement’s bullshit terminology: stress release! Here is the rise in consciousness observed on December 21, 2024, during the 33-hour global meditation event. Islamist militants in northwest Pakistan kill 16 security personnel, police officer says Ten Palestinians killed in airstrikes on houses in central Gaza, medics say Israeli troops shoot Syrian protester as forces...
The Hungarian blog critical of the TM movement, tm.meditacio.hu, has published a revealing article about Tony Nader’s latest falsehood. “The UN has declared December 21 as International Meditation Day, as stated on the organization’s website. Dr. Tony Nader, the leader of the international Transcendental Meditation movement, who owns two offshore companies and lives lavishly in...
Although our portal primarily focuses on the Maharishi’s Raja Kingdom, this time we make an exception and review the 144th podcast of the YouTube channel “The Hare Krishna Project Podcast with Narada das”, titled “My Sexual Relationship with Giriraj Swami.” It seems that many of the Indian gurus and spiritual movements are hypocritical and insincere,...
A leading TM teacher, former French representative of the David Lynch Foundation, shares a personal and ironic tale of betrayal within the Transcendental Meditation Organization (TMO). From baseless accusations to underhanded tactics, his story reveals a saga of conflict, silence, and persistence that continues to this day. In the Facebook post is a personal reflection...
This academic article examines Hindutva, a Hindu nationalist ideology in India, as a form of right-wing extremism. The author argues that Hindutva’s development was significantly influenced by interactions with Fascist Italy and Nazi Germany, and that it has become increasingly mainstream in India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The article bridges a gap in scholarly...
The jacobin.com article details how the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a large Hindu nationalist paramilitary group and ideological parent of India’s ruling BJP, has been implicated in numerous terrorist attacks targeting Muslims in India between 2003 and 2008. Despite evidence linking RSS members to these attacks, including a whistleblower’s affidavit, many accused have been acquitted...
In Fairfield, Iowa, a town known for its deep ties to Transcendental Meditation (TM) and Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s vision of spiritual fulfillment, an undercurrent of mental health struggles is coming to light. Following a tragic wave of suicides, the community is wrestling with the complexities of acknowledging these issues within a culture rooted in ideals...
“The neo-Hindu king, Tony Nader, who controls Maltese and Cypriot offshore companies and, as previously reported, also holds companies in France and Florida, directs his kingdom from a modest luxury villa built on an oceanfront lot purchased in December 2015 for $4.2 million – 1.2 billion HUF at the time. Meanwhile, the New Zealand TM...
The Transcendental Meditation Organization (TMO) has recently initiated legal action against multiple parties, citing copyright and fair trading violations. Among those targeted are the Institute of Professional Meditation Teachers (IPMT) and the International Teachers of Meditation Association (ITMA), along with several individual members. Yet, notably, only New Zealand-based members—IPMT, Bryan Lee, Gary Benner, and Tony...
RajaLeaks obtained the financial statement of the TMO offshore company Maharishi Vedic University Limited. Among the company’s directors are Dr. Tony Nader – also known as Antonie Nader – Raja Luis, Neil Paterson, Rafael David, Penelope Suzan Harmel, Steven Rubin and members of the Maharishi family: Ajay Prakash Shrivastava, Kirti Shrivastava, and Ram Shrivastava. According...
In every spiritual tradition, the search for the Divine is a timeless pursuit, a journey that Saints, poets, and seekers have explored through the ages. This deep yearning, often called “holy longing,” drives us beyond the confines of ego and toward the sacred. But as we seek spiritual connection, we may project divine qualities onto...
Susan Shumsky, a former devotee of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the founder of Transcendental Meditation, describes her experiences with the guru. Shumsky details how she found the Maharishi, emphasizing the profound impact he had on her life. She recounts her intensive six-year experience as part of the Maharishi’s personal staff and his twenty-two-year influence on...
This excerpt from a Hive YouTube video focuses on a historical debate surrounding Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a prominent figure in the Transcendental Meditation movement. The speaker, a researcher and author, Paul Mason delves into the complex relationship between Maharishi and his guru, Guru Dev, particularly the events that unfolded after Guru Dev’s death. He explores...
Fifty years ago, the Beatles’ visit to India was marred by controversy and suspicion. While fans celebrated the iconic band’s journey to Rishikesh to study under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a wave of political unrest erupted in the country. In the Lok Sabha, India’s Lower House of Parliament, opposition members, particularly from the Communist and Socialist...
Score one for religious liberty. And if it happened to come at the expense of public education, all the better. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, U.S. District Judge Matthew Kennelly has awarded $150,000 in damages and legal fees to Mariyah Green, a Christian and a former student at Bogan High School in Chicago. Before graduating...
The earlier accusations made by the Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath, Swami Swaroopanand Saraswati, against Maharishi Mahesh Yogi have stirred up a maelstrom of debate and speculation. In a sensational claim, the Shankaracharya alleged that Maharishi was involved in planting a nuclear device at Nanda Devi, facilitated by American intelligence agents disguised as the Yogi’s disciples. This...
Sometimes there is a need to lighten up, so I asked ChatGPT to make up a joke based on yesterday’s theme. Here is what he came up with. – Raja Presston The blue lion gorus Once upon a time, there were some blue lion king gurus who were obsessed with money and power. They began...
It is crucial for a spiritual organization such as the Transcendental Meditation Global Country of World Peace (GCWP) to have high financial ethical and moral standards to maintain the trust and support of its members. Financial transparency and accountability are essential for any organization, especially a spiritual one. Members must have confidence that their donations...
Shankara’s fame In the sacred halls of ancient knowledge,Where the masters of Shankara’s tradition preside,There’s a whisper that grows to a rumble,Of the raja kingdom’s misguided pride. They’ve taken the teachings of the sages,And twisted them for political gain,Building a virtual kingdom of power,At the cost of the tradition’s name. They wear their crowns and...
So let us follow in the footsteps,Of the sages who came before,And build a true TM community Where all are free to seek In the land of ancient wisdom,Where holy sages roamed,A sacred knowledge blossomed,And in their hearts was home. For centuries they preserved it,The path to inner peace,And now the world has heard it,And...
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected and surveillance becomes more pervasive, it is of utmost importance for the leaders of the TM kingdom, the rajas, to maintain a clean financial record. Any bad behavior or financial irregularities on the part of the leaders of the TM kingdom not only reflect poorly on them personally but...
Whistleblowers play an important role in exposing hidden information and shedding light on situations that would otherwise remain secret. They are individuals who, at great personal risk, choose to come forward and reveal information that is being kept hidden from the public. Whistleblowers are often motivated by a strong sense of ethics and a desire...