Dev Sanskriti: Interdisciplinary International Journal
April 5, 2022
Maureen P. Hall, Mary Keator
This article describes how two professors combined the Western monastic practice of lectio divina with Eastern yogic traditions' emphasis on learning as character development and transformation. They argue that both approaches focus on forming the whole person—body, mind, heart, and soul—and that integrating them creates a dynamic new approach for teaching and learning. The authors chronicle their conscious effort to build community and apply this combined contemplative pedagogy to deepen learning and self-discovery for teachers and students. The piece is a reflective account of their collaborative work rather than an empirical study.
Dev Sanskriti: Interdisciplinary International Journal
April 5, 2022
Maureen P. Hall, Balram Singh, Aminda J. O’hare et al.
A newly developed undergraduate science course, The Science of Kriyayoga, offered as part of an Indic Studies minor at a public university, was studied for its effect on student self-awareness. Over 15 weeks, students learned and practiced Kriyayoga techniques twice weekly. Kriyayoga, a contemplative practice, uses techniques intended to accelerate spiritual development and foster tranquility. The course pedagogy integrated mind and body techniques for deepened learning. Data from surveys and interviews across two course iterations were analyzed. Themes emerged from responses to questions about understanding oneself scientifically, personal identity, and ideals, indicating changes in student self-awareness.
Dev Sanskriti: Interdisciplinary International Journal
April 5, 2022
Marcus Schmieke
David Bohm expanded his quantum mechanical model by introducing super implicate orders that can be iterated infinitely. With each implication step, wholeness increases, defined here as an additional dimension x5. The total time and energy intervals of these steps are finite, leading to a quantum Zeno effect. This effect may cause objects at higher-order levels—such as collective psychic, archetypal, spiritual contents, mathematics, logic, and natural laws—to evolve very slowly.
Dev Sanskriti: Interdisciplinary International Journal
April 5, 2022
Marcus Schmieke
A theoretical article draws a parallel between David Bohm's realistic interpretation of quantum physics and Gotthard Günther's generalization of classical two-valued logic, which was designed to meet the ontological demands of quantum physics and cybernetics. Both fields introduced information and consciousness into scientific terminology, requiring reflection in logic, ontology, and the theory of science. Bohm suggested expanding his model by generalizing and iterating the quantum potential to include consciousness and mental states in a new psycho-physical theory. The article proposes Günther's four-valued logical system of meaning/reflection as a theoretical scientific framework for this expansion and discusses its ontological implications.
Dev Sanskriti: Interdisciplinary International Journal
April 5, 2022
Indrayani Trivedi, Pankaj Kumar Trivedi
This paper argues that Hatha Yoga, an ancient practice, may serve as a complementary therapy for Covid-19 by addressing Kapha Doshas. It describes practices from Hatha Yoga texts, including shattkarma, asana, mudra-bandha, and meditation, which are proposed to balance Kapha Doshas and promote overall health. The authors contend that yoga, which encompasses various streams such as Raja, Karma, Jnana, and Bhakti Yoga, benefits both body and mind. They suggest that these yogic exercises could be a potential supportive treatment for pandemics like Covid-19, drawing on Indian wisdom and Ayurveda.