Answerbag: krsnaknows's answers http://www.answerbag.com/profile/474271 New Answerbag answers from krsnaknows Wed, 30 May 2012 04:18:57 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 04:18:57 -0700 Answer to Which Hindu mystic is correct on his/her view on the nature of reality? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9529097 Which Hindu mystic is correct on his/her view on the nature of reality?<br /><br />Everyone's view is right from their own perspective. So for the sake of understanding we can start with whichever we prefer but once you get to know that persons perspective we can move to the next and then the next.Ultimately, you will know that all are right. There is no right or wrong,only the... Mon, 16 Aug 2010 07:46:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9529097 Answer to What is the difference between Nirvana and Samsara? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9495889 What is the difference between Nirvana and Samsara?<br /><br />Nirvan means liberation from Samsar or constant cycle of life. Samsar is this creation that we are born into. This is the explanation from the Sanatan point of view(Hindu).The word Nirvana and Samsara are from the Buddhist philosophy(the additional connotations).So most of the explanations... Sun, 08 Aug 2010 20:15:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9495889 Answer to Why do so many people of religion find atheism a difficult concept to accept? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9495864 Why do so many people of religion find atheism a difficult concept to accept?<br /><br />When there is a firm denial by one whereas there is a firm acceptance by another, there will always be a conflict. So it is not important for one to accept the others point of view.Each can live with his or her own views and beliefs. Sun, 08 Aug 2010 20:06:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9495864 Answer to Why did we create religion? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9459193 Why did we create religion?<br /><br />It was created earlier with an intent to teach people about God,later it was used by people to rule over others,then it was used to preach false beliefs,then it was used to spread fear in the minds of people,now it is used to segregate people.Religion has evolved into a tool for domination... Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:07:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9459193 Answer to What are your views on school uniforms? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9127877 What are your views on school uniforms?<br /><br />There have been cases of kidnapping and children getting lost, sometimes they can be found by their uniform.The wayward children were found because of their uniform.Parents of other children come to know if the school is working on that day also by seeing the uniform.Expression of individuals... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 23:37:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9127877 Answer to You studied hard for the test, thought you Aced it but you failed it. How could you have gotten it so wrong? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9119508 You studied hard for the test, thought you Aced it but you failed it. How could you have gotten it so wrong?<br /><br />The future is not known to us but just by looking backwards in time we realize that certain things have happened to us for a definite reason.Failure in a test maybe because you are not supposed to go in that direction in life, maybe the future has something else in store for you and that is where... Tue, 01 Jun 2010 07:37:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9119508 Answer to Do most of your relationships grow/blossom or shrink/shrivel up over time? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044948 Do most of your relationships grow/blossom or shrink/shrivel up over time?<br /><br />works both ways.Some fall off and some continue to become stronger over time. Tue, 18 May 2010 07:08:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044948 Answer to Life is a process not a journey. We learn who we are, who we think others are, and then reconcile our perception with reality. Agree? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044941 Life is a process not a journey. We learn who we are, who we think others are, and then reconcile our perception with reality. Agree?<br /><br />It is both a process and a journey. Yes, we learn who we are and that is nothing but uncovering the truth about ourselves. It is like water in a pond covered by slime and dirt for years which we discover about ourselves.Then once we know then we again get deluded since the moss again comes back... Tue, 18 May 2010 07:06:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044941 Answer to Have you ever been accused of expecting people to be perfect? Do you? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044925 Have you ever been accused of expecting people to be perfect? Do you?<br /><br />Yes, they are all perfect in their own places so they should behave that way. But they do not get it so they rebel and want to do something else. Tue, 18 May 2010 07:02:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044925 Answer to What percent of your life so far has been good and what percent so far has been lousy? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044893 What percent of your life so far has been good and what percent so far has been lousy?<br /><br />The first many years were the pits and the last 8 years are heaven. Tue, 18 May 2010 06:50:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044893 Answer to It is very nice to have someone to share in the good times who is also there in the bad times. Do you have such a person in your life? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044889 It is very nice to have someone to share in the good times who is also there in the bad times. Do you have such a person in your life?<br /><br />As a matter of fact,I have to be with several and guide them.But they seem to be with me when times are bad and want something from me and once they get what they have asked for they disappear to come back again once another need arises. The only thing that I ask from them is their trust and... Tue, 18 May 2010 06:48:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9044889 Answer to Is your wife not showing you affection? Did you discuss it with her about it? What did she say? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9017725 Is your wife not showing you affection? Did you discuss it with her about it? What did she say?<br /><br />She does but it doesn't affect me at all. Since I am on the spiritual path, we do not share the same rapport like a husband wife but of a disciple and preceptor.I have to look upon all my disciples in the same way and no special favors to anyone even if they are my relatives.She has come to... Tue, 11 May 2010 22:58:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9017725 Answer to Did you ever "run away" from home? What were the circumstances ? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9017716 Did you ever "run away" from home? What were the circumstances ?<br /><br />Yes.I did three times and all the times I was kicked back home.I was searching for the ultimate truth.Finally I was given instructions not to do that again and now I just lead my life as per the instructions of my preceptor. Tue, 11 May 2010 22:53:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9017716 Answer to TRUE OR FALSE: "something that is true cannot be proven untrue." (Melph 5:7) And please explain your answer. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8965635 TRUE OR FALSE: "something that is true cannot be proven untrue." (Melph 5:7) And please explain your answer.<br /><br />it is neither true nor false.For a believer all that the words say is absolutely true, for a non believer it is all false. For for the seekers of truth all the above is just so unreal that they neither reject nor accept it. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:51:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8965635 Answer to On a scale of 1 to 10 how strong is your belief in God ? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926215 On a scale of 1 to 10 how strong is your belief in God ?<br /><br />absolute and yet none! Tue, 20 Apr 2010 06:38:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926215 Answer to What do people do in heaven? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926213 What do people do in heaven?<br /><br />Have a ball and enjoy. But only till their credits last. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 06:35:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926213 Answer to Which spiritual book would you recommend others to read? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926211 Which spiritual book would you recommend others to read?<br /><br />All spiritual books talk about the spiritual but it is not for anyone to recommend that. It depends on individual taste and the preceptor is the only one who can guide you on that. My preceptor taught me Tripurarahasyam which I would not recommend anyone. Some use the Bible,some Koran,some... Tue, 20 Apr 2010 06:33:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926211 Answer to What is your answer to-Who am I? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926206 What is your answer to-Who am I?<br /><br />Some say That,I or just I am but the answer to your question is just 'AM' , not even I!Even the I has an ego so it is discarded so what remains is Am.Ramakrishna just turned it around and called it Ma. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 06:27:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926206 Answer to Where did tie-dying come from? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926198 Where did tie-dying come from?<br /><br />Tie-dye is an ancient art of dyeing fabrics.There are places in India and Indonesia where tie dyeing is still prevalent.Gujarat is a state in India where there are a lot of units and it is done on numerous fabrics like cotton,silk,jute,etc. Some of the rarest methods of dyeing originated from... Tue, 20 Apr 2010 06:21:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8926198 Answer to I am not looking for a debate but I would like to know if any of you out there are religious and what you believe. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8837116 I am not looking for a debate but I would like to know if any of you out there are religious and what you believe.<br /><br />I believe in Sanatan Dharma which is wrongly construed as "Hinduism". It is about eternal law and righteousness and nothing to do with religion or non-religion. It is a way of life. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:59:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8837116 Answer to I want to get a bumper sticker to discourage tailgaters. Any suggestions? Humor please! I need a laugh! http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8836122 I want to get a bumper sticker to discourage tailgaters. Any suggestions? Humor please! I need a laugh!<br /><br />Leave my tail alone,take a look at my Avataar in front! Tue, 30 Mar 2010 23:08:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8836122 Answer to If you were made to eat your words, what words would they be? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8833155 If you were made to eat your words, what words would they be?<br /><br />That I am only human. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 03:10:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8833155 Answer to Atheists : do you respect the other believes (I mean here religions) ? Thank you http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8827787 Atheists : do you respect the other believes (I mean here religions) ? Thank you<br /><br />Everyone is entitled to their own beliefs but the moment someone tries to shove down their own philosophy on to someone else it is not right. Using wrong notions from their own religion to do harm to others is also not good. Or using religion to smother individuals from another belief is too bad.... Sun, 28 Mar 2010 23:21:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8827787 Answer to Atheists : do you respect the other believes (I mean here religions) ? Thank you http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8827776 Atheists : do you respect the other believes (I mean here religions) ? Thank you<br /><br /> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 23:15:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8827776 Answer to Is there any perfect man/women in this universe? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8825845 Is there any perfect man/women in this universe?<br /><br />Everyone is perfect in their own place. Sun, 28 Mar 2010 07:16:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8825845 Answer to What are the most important qualities in a successful leader? Keep in mind successful doesn't always mean good or nice. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8825843 What are the most important qualities in a successful leader? Keep in mind successful doesn't always mean good or nice.<br /><br />With the rest of the qualities mentioned in all the answers, I would add Fear. That leader who can put fear in the minds of others can rule them. Sun, 28 Mar 2010 07:15:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8825843 Answer to Couples that have kids are no longer lovers, they're parents. Agree or disagree? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8825826 Couples that have kids are no longer lovers, they're parents. Agree or disagree?<br /><br />Those who get into matrimony are legally bound. Similarly those who have kids are no longer lovers but parents of the kid. The culmination of love can be the child or marriage but that may not last since a lot of legal bindings come into the picture. Can we ever get out of it without taking... Sun, 28 Mar 2010 07:09:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8825826 Answer to What are your thoughts on Buddhism? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8824580 What are your thoughts on Buddhism?<br /><br />Great stuff to learn from Buddhism, but just like any other dogmatic religion, this too stops halfway. If we consider all the good aspects which we can co-relate to in our lives and just take those from every religion or non-religion, we can live in peace and happiness. There are too many facets... Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8824580 Answer to When you pray isn't that sort of like bugging God about something he is already aware of? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8818512 When you pray isn't that sort of like bugging God about something he is already aware of?<br /><br />We address prayers to all those we revere and hence they are not a reminder but just to say to that person how much you admire,love and are devoted to. we do the same to the person we love the most. Even if we say I love you a million times, we still do not bug that person but get more love in... Fri, 26 Mar 2010 01:44:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8818512 Answer to What is the most important decision you ever made? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806406 What is the most important decision you ever made?<br /><br />Getting out of the mundane worldly activities and teaching spiritual aspirants. Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:10:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806406 Answer to If all racists/bigots were prevented from ever entering a place of worship....how much would attendance drop? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806404 If all racists/bigots were prevented from ever entering a place of worship....how much would attendance drop?<br /><br />The moment someone becomes a member of a sect, he learns to be biased towards other sects.That may result in becoming a bigot or a racist towards others.So in answer to your question, the attendance would become zero! Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:08:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806404 Answer to Beyond your spouse, significant other, or your children. . . .what motivates YOU each day to live yet another day? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806395 Beyond your spouse, significant other, or your children. . . .what motivates YOU each day to live yet another day?<br /><br />I live for the work entrusted to me by my Guru and neither for my wife,family,s/o,or whatever. Just that I should be able to complete the given task and proceed to whatever next He commands. Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:01:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806395 Answer to Is it a good idea to get a prenup? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806356 Is it a good idea to get a prenup?<br /><br />Marriage itself is a contract which is legally binding and has very little to do with emotions. To have prenup would make it still more binding and should make little difference to either of the parties.To break that marriage contract they would have to take recourse to legal actions so what... Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:40:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806356 Answer to Happy Birthday to me on March 22nd 2010! Would you like to wish me a Great Day? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806300 Happy Birthday to me on March 22nd 2010! Would you like to wish me a Great Day?<br /><br />God bless you and may you have a great time.Take care. Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:18:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806300 Answer to Do you believe elves and fairies are extinct? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806292 Do you believe elves and fairies are extinct?<br /><br />Not at all. as long as we think of them, they live in the realms and our mind! Similar to most of the other denizens. Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:14:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806292 Answer to What goes on in a man's mind all day long? What do you think about? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806288 What goes on in a man's mind all day long? What do you think about?<br /><br />I think of the Lord most of the time. When doing some work I am meditating. Mostly men think of worldly stuff like work,money,sex,love,movies,drinks,games and all the things that women also think of! Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:12:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8806288 Answer to How is everyone liking our new AB? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8522079 How is everyone liking our new AB?<br /><br />It's like getting around a new mall. Difficult at first but then you have to find your way out.I guess we will all get used to it to hang around once again. Sat, 12 Dec 2009 22:01:29 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8522079 Answer to What is one thing you will never understand even if you tryd? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8505650 What is one thing you will never understand even if you tryd?<br /><br />To know the answer to the question &quot;who am I?&quot; with regards to their own-self!+ Wed, 09 Dec 2009 21:04:17 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8505650 Answer to What does fishing mean to you? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8462860 What does fishing mean to you?<br /><br />I.I fish for those who want to go to the other side.+ Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:27:38 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8462860 Answer to Take a look at my name.Take a look at my profile.Tell me what you think about about me.Be truthful.Don't be scared.I can handle criticism. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8462853 Take a look at my name.Take a look at my profile.Tell me what you think about about me.Be truthful.Don't be scared.I can handle criticism.<br /><br />Nice name.Everyone is good in their true Self.The names are for this body only and it does not stick.So I am happy that you chose to be my friend.Have a nice time here in AB and in life! Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:26:08 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8462853 Answer to Are secretaries still required to learn shorthand nowadays? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8456044 Are secretaries still required to learn shorthand nowadays?<br /><br />It is better than opening your laptop and hammering away.My students still take down notes in shorthand.Makes my work easier.BTW they still have to learn to be an exec asst!+ Fri, 04 Dec 2009 05:59:57 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8456044 Answer to How does on mend a broken heart? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8456002 How does on mend a broken heart?<br /><br />Don&#039;t try hard.Just let it be and then one day you shall find it has mended by itself!But then don&#039;t leave it open to the same again... Fri, 04 Dec 2009 05:53:35 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8456002 Answer to Why does a man who has everything purposes want to mentally hurt a good woman to him? Why does he do thoughtless things to her when he knows she loves him? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8418595 Why does a man who has everything purposes want to mentally hurt a good woman to him? Why does he do thoughtless things to her when he knows she loves him?<br /><br />Love is all binding and you give him unconditionally but if someone takes advantage of your goodness, you have to show the other side also which is the strength of that powerful person in you which can bear through pain and be tough also.Relationship which are one sided are not worth getting into... Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:10:55 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8418595 Answer to What does real love feel like? Does anyone really have that or is it an illusion? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8417862 What does real love feel like? Does anyone really have that or is it an illusion?<br /><br />Once a sage asked the same question to Krsna. Krsna asked the sage to elucidate his own answer. First he said that love for the child is the best but then it is restricted to children and parents,then he recounted the love between brothers, then servants, friends and finally he said between... Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:28:44 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8417862 Answer to Should the President of the United States bow to the kings of other countries? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8287362 Should the President of the United States bow to the kings of other countries?<br /><br />If that King has a hold on him in some way, then he would have pandered by bowing down.We bow down to our Guru,the others bow down to the religious heads. Maybe that king would be the religious head of the president.Maybe it is a political ploy or just plain respect for the elders. Who can tell... Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:19:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8287362 Answer to If you had to beg for the rest of your life..what would you beg for? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8269801 If you had to beg for the rest of your life..what would you beg for?<br /><br />Love and Devotion from everyone,which I do give everyone.+ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:58:31 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8269801 Answer to Which were the happiest and most prosperous years in your life? (Mine were between 1991 - 1996)! Do you believe prosperity and happiness go hand in hand? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8269779 Which were the happiest and most prosperous years in your life? (Mine were between 1991 - 1996)! Do you believe prosperity and happiness go hand in hand?<br /><br />The happiest years of my life started on May of 2002.In terms of material happiness and prosperity they are insignificant.But in spiritual they are the most uplifting.Enquiry and thereafter gave me immense happiness. I do not own anything so there is a sense of total freedom.No one can take that... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:55:06 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8269779 Answer to What's the best thing and worst thing about the human mind? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8261114 What's the best thing and worst thing about the human mind?<br /><br />Anything(Tangible or intangible)can be viewed as negative or positive by the same mind!+ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:52:04 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8261114 Answer to Do Hindus worship animals? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8251832 Do Hindus worship animals?<br /><br />There are Gods with forms which are worshiped and the God without form whose worship is difficult! The simple minded need a form to worship and various avatars are there to worship which includes cows,turtles,boar etc,etc.This does not mean that everyone does that. Just like Tjoe says we worship... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:56:59 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8251832 Answer to If you had to pick an actor to describe yourself on how you look like who would that actor be? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8250964 If you had to pick an actor to describe yourself on how you look like who would that actor be?<br /><br />Rajnikant(a south Indian actor from the Indian film Industry)!+ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:27:51 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8250964 Answer to When they use green uniforms in operation theaters, why is it recommended that bathrooms and hospital rooms be painted white? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8242513 When they use green uniforms in operation theaters, why is it recommended that bathrooms and hospital rooms be painted white?<br /><br />Scrubbing(Before and after op) in easier if the clothes are green, the blood and other stuff will not show up easier as stains.It is also soothing to the patient and staff. The walls are normally painted white since they can be cleaned faster and repainted faster.The white rutile(titanium... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:05:36 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8242513 Answer to How did you get to school when you were a youngster? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8241764 How did you get to school when you were a youngster?<br /><br />Walking about 2 miles everyday for 14 years.+ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:51:53 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8241764 Answer to What would you do if your teenager said that he or she was a vegetarian? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8216936 What would you do if your teenager said that he or she was a vegetarian?<br /><br />Both my kids are vegetarian and thats their choice. They follow their mother in eating habits.+ Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:39:02 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8216936 Answer to What's the ideal outside temperature for you? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8207239 What's the ideal outside temperature for you?<br /><br />18 in the night and 24 deg celcius in the mornings+ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:33:31 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8207239 Answer to I've just noticed that my rank says I am a "Sage". What does Sage mean? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8207227 I've just noticed that my rank says I am a "Sage". What does Sage mean?<br /><br />Means we all love you so much.+ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:31:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8207227 Answer to AB user, Major Tom, lost his wife Megan to an accident involving a bus, just 8 hours ago. Would you join me in expressing our condolences to him on the loss of his life partner just when he was planning his retirement with her in 2 years time? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8207042 AB user, Major Tom, lost his wife Megan to an accident involving a bus, just 8 hours ago. Would you join me in expressing our condolences to him on the loss of his life partner just when he was planning his retirement with her in 2 years time?<br /><br />I am very sad to hear about Megan in that way through your thread.I wish to give strength to Maj Tom and pray that he recovers soon and finds joy in her memories.God bless and take care! Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:53:41 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8207042 Answer to Where does the word 'God ' originate from? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8204826 Where does the word 'God ' originate from?<br /><br />From the Unmanifest.First came the word, it is said.That could be the name of the unmanifest!Though every religion will claim it but I think it is unnecessary to know that.Just believe in it.+ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:31:22 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8204826 Answer to Is any Mumbaikar willing to teach spoken Marathi (to a reasonably tolerable level) to a 60 year-old, not-too-smart Parsee gentlemen? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8194284 Is any Mumbaikar willing to teach spoken Marathi (to a reasonably tolerable level) to a 60 year-old, not-too-smart Parsee gentlemen?<br /><br />Seems that you are smart enough but wish I could teach you Mumbaikar&#039;s Marathi.Unfortunately I am not in Mumbai but still we can try.+ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:29:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8194284 Answer to What would you do if you know everything and couldnt learn nothing new? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8194127 What would you do if you know everything and couldnt learn nothing new?<br /><br />It is not possible to know everything.But in case if I knew everything then I would teach others who do not know that.+ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:06:43 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8194127 Answer to Why can't you forget your old love? Why do they still haunt you? Why can't we let go of them when we know its over? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8193839 Why can't you forget your old love? Why do they still haunt you? Why can't we let go of them when we know its over?<br /><br />These are called memories.They can be good or bad but they still constitute memories.There is no permanent delete button for that so they show up and trouble us.The one thing which can make them go away is pure devotion or love for a stronger entity.Say in my case it is with the spiritual.+ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:13:05 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8193839 Answer to What is your favourite topic to ponder about? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8193812 What is your favourite topic to ponder about?<br /><br />Spiritual.+ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:09:03 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8193812 Answer to Yes or No, you have had a close encounter of the third kind? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8193808 Yes or No, you have had a close encounter of the third kind?<br /><br />Yes.They are not from this plane so would it account for the third kind?+ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:08:15 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8193808 Answer to Sense the sayn goes "everything has a end" does that mean love/hate things like that have a end to? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191411 Sense the sayn goes "everything has a end" does that mean love/hate things like that have a end to?<br /><br />Absolutely.Everything has to end someday.Hatred gives birth to love and the other way round also.+ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:38:33 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191411 Answer to In the face of crisis or an upsetting situation, do you see yourself as a weak or strong person? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191396 In the face of crisis or an upsetting situation, do you see yourself as a weak or strong person?<br /><br />Indifferent and detached.+ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:36:51 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191396 Answer to With HIV/Aids on the rise do you think more and more people will participate in incestual love to keep themselves out of the aids statistics? Do you think it will head that way in years to come? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191370 With HIV/Aids on the rise do you think more and more people will participate in incestual love to keep themselves out of the aids statistics? Do you think it will head that way in years to come?<br /><br />It will not rise.It is said that when the world starts becoming immoral,the messaih comes to correct the wrong and I know that will happen.+ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:33:47 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191370 Answer to In three words or less can you describe how you think the Christmas holiday season will be for you, please? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191324 In three words or less can you describe how you think the Christmas holiday season will be for you, please?<br /><br />Satsangs(Spiritual getogether)&amp; Bhajans(Devotional songs).+ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:27:05 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191324 Answer to IF marriage was abolished and instead you only had to sign a 3 year contract would you be more likely to enter into a 3 year contract versus a life time of marriage ? (why or why not, please) http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191283 IF marriage was abolished and instead you only had to sign a 3 year contract would you be more likely to enter into a 3 year contract versus a life time of marriage ? (why or why not, please)<br /><br />Marriage is an institution created to keep humans under control.Even the contract is a tool for control.The main issue here is the volatility of all human emotions.The need for conforming is the reason for all rules and laws,material and spiritual also.Anyone can break them if need be and so can... Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:17:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8191283 Answer to What do you keep in your car boot (trunk)? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183898 What do you keep in your car boot (trunk)?<br /><br />Speakers of my music system.+ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:24:13 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183898 Answer to Do you remember the first time someone called you mam? How did you feel? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183886 Do you remember the first time someone called you mam? How did you feel?<br /><br />They all call me ma&#039;am on the phone and my wife they call &#039;sir&#039;!I sound like a woman on the phone and I don&#039;t mind!It is funny and sometimes hilarious too!though I have a range of voices which I sing in or talk in.A trait I developed in my childhood.+ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:22:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183886 Answer to If I invited you to take a luxurious bath with me, what would you bring in the tub for fun? How would you excite me? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183738 If I invited you to take a luxurious bath with me, what would you bring in the tub for fun? How would you excite me?<br /><br />We have taken before this and enjoyed every bit of it talking about the glories of the Lord and you were so much excited that you never wanted to go away.You always wanted it to last forever. Here is the real explanation of the above strange answer.When Krsna used to go with the Gopi&#039;s in... Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:01:10 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183738 Answer to Who is your favorite saint, and why? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183713 Who is your favorite saint, and why?<br /><br />Every person who is good at heart and cares for others unconditionally and loves all is a true saint.But the one who has bigoted views and consoles only from his faith is a hypocrite.+ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:57:29 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8183713 Answer to What is the best thing about your town...? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171156 What is the best thing about your town...?<br /><br />The nerve center of IT and Outsourcing industry!+ Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:46:08 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171156 Answer to How often do you get the chance to have a private moment in peace and quiet to think about personal matters which have been tucked into the background? Do you create private moments to do some thinking on personal matters? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171105 How often do you get the chance to have a private moment in peace and quiet to think about personal matters which have been tucked into the background? Do you create private moments to do some thinking on personal matters?<br /><br />Yes.Every moment is personal time and I meditate constantly on the Self! Even when I am doing some jobs(duties), they are happening on their own even the case of writing this answer!The most blissful period would be when teaching my students or talking to my Guru! He does all my problem solving... Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:35:06 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171105 Answer to On a scale of 1 - 10 (10 being the highest) how much do you desire personal prosperity? At what stage in the scale would you be satisfied with your level of prosperity? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171063 On a scale of 1 - 10 (10 being the highest) how much do you desire personal prosperity? At what stage in the scale would you be satisfied with your level of prosperity?<br /><br />Can I say 0(Zero)! In monetary terms I do not have any requirements.They are fulfilled by my students.But I do ask for prosperity for them maybe enough to live in this world happily.+ Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:27:22 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171063 Answer to Will you try out solutions that are untested but recommended by your friends where your health problems are concerned? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171028 Will you try out solutions that are untested but recommended by your friends where your health problems are concerned?<br /><br />In the modern day and age, we all depend on latest treatments of medicine and surgery.But when everything fails then people do try out unconventional ways for treatment. The testing of modern medicines and techniques are relatively less years compared to ancient and traditional medicines which... Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:21:26 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8171028 Answer to In karma, does what goes around come around in the same measure, or does it come around more? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8152253 In karma, does what goes around come around in the same measure, or does it come around more?<br /><br />Same measure.But karma is happening incessantly so the being may not be aware of it.It is not conscious action only.+ Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:07:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8152253 Answer to What is the best way of remembering names? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8145670 What is the best way of remembering names?<br /><br />I tell the person with me to remembr that.+ Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:12:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8145670 Answer to I've been advised to get my wisdom teeth removed, but I'm so scared to have it done, yet I have jaw pain all the time as it is...should I be afraid or go for it? :( http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8143348 I've been advised to get my wisdom teeth removed, but I'm so scared to have it done, yet I have jaw pain all the time as it is...should I be afraid or go for it? :(<br /><br />Don&#039;t fear.Just get on with it.BTW, I never have had wisdom teeth at all.Does it make me unwise??I have only 24 teeth now and 2 I pulled out with my hands and two by the dentist! Haha!+ Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:25:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8143348 Answer to If God wants us to be rich, why aren't we? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8124170 If God wants us to be rich, why aren't we?<br /><br />If he wants us to be rich then who will be poor???+ Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:03:14 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8124170 Answer to What action could possibly be called 'Devilish'? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8114788 What action could possibly be called 'Devilish'?<br /><br />Actions which do not come from the inner being but motivated by the ego can be called devilish.They always have an ulterior motive behind them of some gains at the cost of someone else.+ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:47:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8114788 Answer to What helps us most to retain emotional balance and prevent confusion? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8104970 What helps us most to retain emotional balance and prevent confusion?<br /><br />I can say that when we hand over the reigns of our life to That One by doing Krsnarpan, He takes care of our emotional balance and clears the path for us.Though we should do our duties,but there should be total detachment from the outcomes of our actions.+ Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:20:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8104970 Answer to When you give money to needy people do you tell everyone or keep it to yourself? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8059735 When you give money to needy people do you tell everyone or keep it to yourself?<br /><br />Those who have can give but those who do not have cannot.Those who give and say that they have given are egotist.Those who give and do not talk about it but still feel nice about it are bigger egotists. Those who give without any attachments are the greatest seers.Only He can give and He uses... Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:26:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8059735 Answer to Is an older man having an affair with a younger workmate asking for trouble? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8059641 Is an older man having an affair with a younger workmate asking for trouble?<br /><br />Not really.Sometimes the chemistry is all wrong-it explodes and sometimes creates magic.+ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:05:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8059641 Answer to Have you ever had to run away from somebody? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8059618 Have you ever had to run away from somebody?<br /><br />Yes.My family and life but I was kicked back three times by my Guru.Asceticism is not for me he says!+ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:00:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8059618 Answer to What did the last note or list you made for yourself say? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8050716 What did the last note or list you made for yourself say?<br /><br />The list said that I have to arrange for a 18 day session on a holy book with chapters defined and topics of spiritual discussion in a faraway country.+ Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:58:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8050716 Answer to The last love letter you got was it snail mail or email? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8050689 The last love letter you got was it snail mail or email?<br /><br />Everyday, a whole load of them written by all the loves of my lives!E-mails mostly and telepathy too!+ Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:53:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8050689 Answer to Have you ever had your seating upgraded on an airplane flight? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8041975 Have you ever had your seating upgraded on an airplane flight?<br /><br />No, but downgraded to a jump seat.LOL, atleast I was able to get back in one piece.+ Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:09:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8041975 Answer to If your an atheist, and something horrible happens in your family, how do you deal with it..I pray and it brings me peace. How do you deal with tragedy? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8041966 If your an atheist, and something horrible happens in your family, how do you deal with it..I pray and it brings me peace. How do you deal with tragedy?<br /><br />Even though Hinduism has 330 million Gods and deities, the holy Veda&#039;s tell us to deny everything by saying Neti,neti which means not this not this.Denying God would be termed as atheism.Human values set by that individual would account for how much they feel dear to the departed or what... Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:05:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8041966 Answer to Do you believe in Demons? Do you feel they lurk amoungst us during the night? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8041898 Do you believe in Demons? Do you feel they lurk amoungst us during the night?<br /><br />Yes.You can see them during the day too disguised as humans.+ Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:49:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8041898 Answer to I'm a little self-conscious, but...do you think I am pretty? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8033656 I'm a little self-conscious, but...do you think I am pretty?<br /><br />If you are talking about your inner being then that is pretty, but maybe here you are talking about the manifest avatar and that too is very pretty.Blissful!+ Mon, 19 Oct 2009 01:46:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8033656 Answer to It's said, a person while possessed may burn or cut themselves, etc, but feel no pain. Do they get injured? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8007703 It's said, a person while possessed may burn or cut themselves, etc, but feel no pain. Do they get injured?<br /><br />They do get burnt and feel pain after they come out of it.It is the physical body which undergoes that so it is bound to affect that person.+ Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:49:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8007703 Answer to How do u cheer urself up? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8007662 How do u cheer urself up?<br /><br />By singing the name of my Guru.+ Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:44:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8007662 Answer to Are you proud of what you do for a living? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8007656 Are you proud of what you do for a living?<br /><br />I don&#039;t do anything for living(earning livelihood).And I am happy in what I am doing in the spiritual!+ Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:42:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8007656 Answer to What causes a person to become an atheist? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8000173 What causes a person to become an atheist?<br /><br />Disbelief and when religious leaders cannot satisfy those who question these beliefs.Lack of &#039;tangible&#039; proof as required by those who question them. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:53:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8000173 Answer to You may have heard about the US Navy Barracks building in California, that is shaped like a Nazi Swastika [see the link]. My question is, HOW could such a building have been constructed in the first place, without anyone noticing, from the blueprints? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7998058 You may have heard about the US Navy Barracks building in California, that is shaped like a Nazi Swastika [see the link]. My question is, HOW could such a building have been constructed in the first place, without anyone noticing, from the blueprints?<br /><br />As mentioned by Suby and Sharona here the symbol is auspicious and not to be construed as evil. That it is for bringing in good luck can be seen from the drawings on the doors,on doorsteps,on books and financial documents here in India.The only reason the western world looks at it as an evil... Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:05:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7998058 Answer to What hormonal or other physiological changes take place in human bodies that makes them sexually aroused while watching porn? Are these changes okay for good health in the long run? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7997901 What hormonal or other physiological changes take place in human bodies that makes them sexually aroused while watching porn? Are these changes okay for good health in the long run?<br /><br />Stimulation of the senses is an ancient story. The methods employed today are of modern nature but the same were used in ancient times also.Take the case of courtesans in the ancient kingdoms,harems,baths,stimulants,etc etc..the list is endless. Some of the most brilliant architectures in the... Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:41:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7997901 Answer to If God is for us who can be against us? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990289 If God is for us who can be against us?<br /><br />Your beliefs!+ Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:21:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990289 Answer to The origin of our world is creation, not evolution. What are your thoughts? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990279 The origin of our world is creation, not evolution. What are your thoughts?<br /><br />Sad,no one believes in that here.+ Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:19:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990279 Answer to Have you ever forgotten your password? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990230 Have you ever forgotten your password?<br /><br />Yes, then I have forgotten that website also.+ Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:05:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990230 Answer to When, if ever, is the last time you've told your dad that you love him? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990148 When, if ever, is the last time you've told your dad that you love him?<br /><br />Never when he was alive but I say those words now often.+ Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:48:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7990148