Issue 10 of MEΘEXIS Journal brings together research papers on the role of spiritual practice in conflict and peace and its significance for geopolitics. Rethinking geopolitics through spiritual practice means moving beyond secular power structures to embrace deeper human values, consciousness, and ethics. This approach draws on spiritual traditions and practices to foster compassionate...
Prayer beads, referred to as a Japamala or rosary, are significant artifacts across diverse religious traditions, particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism. This paper aims to explore the importance of prayer beads in Hinduism and Buddhism, with a focus on a comparative analysis between Indian and Chinese traditions. Japamala, which typically consists of 108 beads, is utilized for mantra...