Astonishing functions of human brain and miracles of mind

CONTENTS

• Human Being – Arcane Masterpiece Of Supreme Creation

• Orgulous Potentials Hidden In The Human Body

• Scientifically Viable Methods For Refinement of Talents

• Likelihood Of Talents In A Single Child

• Enrich The Future By Past Knowledge

• Would Like To Be A Mobile Computer?

• The Magic Of Human Brain

• Manifestation Of Divine Powers In Human Intellect

• Brilliance Beyond The Barriers Of Maturity Age

• Growth Of Intellect With Aging

• Everybody Owns An Excellent Brain

• Majestic Wonders Of Memory

• Memory Loss – Causes & Remedies

• Mode Of Living & Maintenance Of Memory

• Oblivious Minds Of Intellectuals!

• Rousing Mental Potentials By Simple Training

• Mental Wizards Or Magical Brains!

• Measures Of Intelligence

• Talents With Insanity!

• Are Super Brains Cranky Too?

• Supernormal Talents – Proofs of Extrasensory Assimilation

• Refinement Of Talents In The Laboratory Of Life

• Why Mental Complications and Insanity?

• Why Is Man Scared Of Death?

• Mind Is The Foundation & Body The Edifice

• Control Of Physiological Activities

• Restraining The Agile Mind

• Tendencies Of Mind Can Be Reoriented

• Progressive Refinement Of Ideology

• Reflections Of Mind In The Mirror Of World

• Amelioration Of Sentiments Too

• Spiritual Healing – New Frontiers Of Therapeutic Developments

• Sublimation Of Spiritual Element – Ultimate Goal Of Life

• Revolution Of Attitude – Silver Line Of Bright Future

• Self-Restrain: A Sign Of Prescient Wisdom

• Importance Of Stable Temperament

• Depth Of Emotional Center

• Human Mind – Source Of Eternal Bliss

• Uncountable Boons Of The Almighty

• Perfect Use Of Rare Opportunity

Human Being – Arcane Masterpiece Of Supreme Creation

The advent of Particle Physics and investigations into subtler constituents of material existence has brought modern science closer to the domains of spiritual sciences. Many scientists now recognize human body as a magnificent reservoir of vital power. The immense potentials existing intrinsically in this living system are beyond imagination. Manifestation of these as supernatural talents and powers in some people amaze us from time to time and make us think – how wonderful would be the culmination of life if one realizes the internal powers and endeavors to creatively gravitate them in the righteous direction…? The subtle layers of consciousness associated with the expression of soul in the individual self contain gigantic treasure of the ‘gems and pearls’ bestowed by the Omnipotent. If these subtle talents and powers could be roused and cautiously used for noble purposes, the individual self would rise up to the sublime levels of divinity –– transmuting an ordinary man into a superman, an angel…, an equivalent of God’s incarnation….

Cardinal Gissap Mejophanty, who was the manager in-charge of the Vatican library around 1833, possessed exceptional versatility in 50 languages spoken in different parts of the world. The source of his supernormal linguistic expertise still remains an unsolved puzzle for the scientific community. How one could speak, write and decipher the literal complexities of a language so well without undergoing any formal training and without even visiting the place where it is spoken or meeting the people for whom it is the medium of communication? Swami Vivekanand’s supernatural grasping power and memory is well known to the modern world. He, just by touching a book, used to get the essence of what it contains…. He used to read pages instead of sentences and was able to recite the complete text thus read by him without mistaking a single word. Saint Gyaneshwar had excellently translated the holy Gºt³ in Marathi when he was hardly sixteen years old.

Neuroscientists often argue that in the normal case, the active memory of human brain stores just about 1% of the knowledge and information gathered by it over a long period of time. That means, on an average we forget about 99% of what we read, heard or perceived in the past…. Then how is it possible that some people are able to recall all details of the past events – including the distant past

-with ease. Such wonders of memory are found in some people since birth; the hidden layers ofmemory get activated all of a sudden in some others; the masters of yoga and spirituality can awaken such powers at will. Medical science declares such cases as exceptional while the parapsychologists consider them as examples of the supernatural potentials of human brain.

A noted scientist, Sir William Brett has cited many examples of the extrasensory powers of some people who are able to spot the hidden treasures, the presence of specific natural resources – oil, water, minerals etc deep beneath the earth’s surface. Location of the grand Jamshedpur steel factory in India was guided to the founder of the Tata group of industries by Swami Vivekanand when he used his supernormal vision in response to the former’s earnest request.

People possessing the above kinds of extra sensory perceptions (ESP) are called saguniy³s in India. These saguniy³s usually hold a green branch of Neem or Chestnut tree, copper wire or some metal rod – ‘divine rod’, as named in the western society and move around the site of search. At a specific place, the branch or rod starts pointing downwards or moving automatically –– indicating the presence of the desired resource. No such event occurs if someone else, without an ESP power, holds the same rod or wire at the same spot…. How this happens is a matter of research at present. This clairvoyance, ESP or spiritual talent expresses the arcane power hidden in human Consciousness. “How and why is it awaken in some people?”; this cannot be explained in terms of the scientific knowledge available till date.

Such potentials are no longer regarded as false claims or outcome of blind faith. Their existence has received recognition by the scientific community too. Many of the modern oil exploration projects begin with the help of the douzing techniques. These are based on the indications given by the ESP of the saguniy³s. Help of such powers is also sought in complicated forensic investigations and identification of faults in the underground or underwater sewerage pipelines or cables etc. It is now believed that immense mental concentration and focussed use of the awakened subliminal powers of human mind work behind such ESPs.

Scientific investigations have revealed that a latent sphere of specific energy surrounds every living being and material entity to its own characteristic emissions. Different things have different types of energy-spheres around them. The sun, moon and other planets, and stars, rocks, water, metals, nonmetals, trees, plants, humans, animals, etc; every creature, every element, consists of different ensembles of atomic and subatomic particles whose continuous vibrations generate specific kinds of energy-waves. Thus, everything existing in the cosmos is emitting its own energy-waves in all directions. The dense sphere of this radiation creates the invisible domain (aura) or energy around it.

The douzing principle – of supernatural sensing of specific vibrations from the earth’s surface – establishes a linkage between the individual and the cosmic energy spheres. Some scientists argue that –– when the energy emissions of water or a specific resource collide with the aura of an individual like the saguniy³, the latter’s brain receives a special vibration or bioelectrial signal. This accounts for a sudden stretching of his muscles and hence for the ‘automatic’ pulling-down of the indicator rod or wire that is hold by him. The specificity of one’s aura therefore appears to be a possible cause of the extra sensory perception of the presence of something ‘Hidden in the Hades’.

His vital energy and the state of the subtler levels of his pr³ña influence the aura around a person. This aura has been referred as the etheric double, ideosphere or the pr³ñamaya koïa in the spiritual literature. The ionosphere surrounds the earth; the human body is also surrounded by an aura of its conscious energy. The bio-electrical flows of pr³ña in the brain and the mesh of interconnected nerves regulate the intensity and expansion of the domain of influence of the aura. Stimulating the subtler layers of consciousness, with the help of spiritual endeavors (s³dhan³s) could immensely intensify the eminence and strength of this aura. The spiritually evolved aura endows one with astonishing talents and potentials through its linkage with the cosmic {pr³ña}. Such a person can influence the people and environment around him and offer benefits of his spiritual energy. Psychic healing and ïaktip³ta1 are well known spiritual experiments performed through this medium.

A natural question arises here as – how is the presence of aura realized? Can it be seen by naked eyes or perceived through other senses? We must note in this context that there are two types of auras physical aura, constituted by bioplasma and bioflux and the psychic aura, which is a circular domain of subtle etheric waves of pr³ña. Scientific investigations into different aspects of aura around the human body have gone a long way; still, a lot remains to be revealed. The subtle reflections of cosmic consciousness in the humans are unlimited. If not impossible, it is certainly difficult to decipher them in toto.

Sometime in 1972, Dr. Boris Tarusov of the Biophysics Department of Moscow University had recorded very low intensity light radiation emitted from human cells and from the leaves of some plants. Around the same time, Dr. Victor Inuschin of Alma Ante State University of Quazakhistan had shown that human eyes and also some insects emit ultraviolet radiation which can be recorded on special photo-sensitive films with the help of specific filters. Dr. Heraldber and Leonard Revitz High voltage photographic techniques such as –– electrophysiography, corona discharge photography, and Kerliyan photography were gradually developed to measure the type and intensity of an aura. Significant differences were seen in the colors of the auras formed in the state of shock, fear, mental disorder or psychological aberrations or those formed around diseased or weak parts of the body. These observations also helped formulating methods for the diagnosis or prediction of certain maladies caused by biochemical or psychosomatic disorders.

Dr. Thelma Moss of UCLA has observed and successfully recorded the eminent coronas around the fingertips of some yogis and spiritually elevated persons. Lin Throuder and Sheila Ostrender have published a book (first print in 1970) entitled ‘Psychic Discoveries Behind Iron Certain’. They mention about a Russian parapsychologist and psychic healer Col. Alexy Chrivorotov. Whenever this healer would circularly rub his hand upon a patient’s stomach, glowing rays of high intensity like the ‘laser beams’ would begin emitting from that hand… These rays used to get concentrated and absorbed at specific point on the patient’s organ where the ailment existed… The authors have also printed a photograph of these phenomena in the above book.

Dr. E. Duglas, Dean of Newark College of Engineering had measured the radiation emitted from the hands of a psychic healer named Ethel D. Loach. Dr. Duglas had used an instrument designed in Czechoslovakia for such studies. During some experiments, as the dean has mentioned in his reports, the psychic healer had demonstrated variations in the colors of light rays emitted from his hands. According to Drs. William Taylor and David Boyars of Stanford University, the recordable emissions in the biological aura lie in the ultraviolet range. They have also photographed some auras using filters suitable for this range. Many researchers have been able to inter-relate the biological plasma body and high voltage Kerliyan fields…. Phantam leap and Limbtz effects are also analyzed under these theories.

In spite of the above progress of scientific investigations, the parapsychologists consider the existing theories and experimental techniques as incomplete. They argue that there is no comprehensive model or method, which incorporates clear recording and measurement of the etheric body, aura, ergon energy, the subtle electrical currents of the ÌaÚ cakras and the expressions of astral body…. The vibrations of bio-plasma particles that are bio-electrical or electromagnetic in nature, are often photographed by the high voltage machines. But, these represent only a fraction of the original aura. The etheric aura should not be misinterpreted as being manifested in the bioplasmic aura.

Noted psychologist Prof. Wilhem Rich had introduced the concept of ergon energy, during Freud’s time. He defined it as the energy of the subtle vibrations of consciousness. Boyons were recognized as the basic units2 of measurement of the characteristics of these energy-waves. The ergon accumulator developed by Prof. Rich was shown to Prof. Albert Einstein in the Princeton University on the 13th January 1941. Einstein, the most eminent authority of contemporary Physics, had also verified the functioning principle of this instrument. Although Rich’s hypothesis faced controversies in the later years, the acceptance of his idea of existence of ‘ergon energy’ continues to dominate the studies of human-aura. Many scientists and parapsychologists are now researching the possibilities of its use in prevention and cure of physiological and psychological ailments.

This world is a gigantic ensemble of multiple dimensions and varieties of expressions of life and matter. The human body is a small but special component of this colossal system. It is endowed with all the powers of the Supreme consciousness in subtle forms. Although this subtle presence cannot be observed or confirmed in scientific laboratories, the existence of the etheric (or astral) aura generated by sublime activation of these powers cannot be denied on such grounds. Its conceptualization is as true as that of the inner self.

Orgulous Potentials Hidden In The Human Body

The general appearance and routine activities of the life of extraordinary personalities is similar to that of many others. Nevertheless, their supernormal talents and brilliance are simply amazing. Many examples of this sort can be found in human history and in the contemporary world, which manifest the esoteric domains of internal powers. What genetical features, brain functions or latent activities of the conscious and unconscious mind work behind the supernormal potentials – is still an open field of research.

‘Mobile Computer’ Shakuntala Devi’s arithmetical wonders had been quite popular until recently. Few years ago, a six years old boy Ashok, of Vijaygram, Karnataka had also stunned the media by demonstrating supernormal talents of Mathematics. He could solve complicated calculations in just few seconds…! Mastering over a single foreign language would take not less than a decade for average people… However, there do exist exceptional brains like that of Prof. French Alexander Richter, which could converse and have literary expertise in as many as seventy-seven languages. Switzer Kalphax was perhaps the only member of the American Congress who was unanimously selected to hold two important positions in the highest ranks of the state because of his extraordinary talents, insight, and sense of responsibilities and sincerity. He was requested by all the concerned to hold these positions and even the ‘one man one post’ rule was modified for this purpose. Kalphax was the vice-president of USA in 1865 when he was also selected as the speaker of the house-of-representatives. His presence of mind and memory were truly exceptional.

It is quite rare to see a single person working on the faculty positions of different departments in different universities. Dr. Paul A. Chandvorn of America was indeed a distinguished scholar who was holding the Professorship of Botany Department in the Williams College, that of Engineering Sciences in the Wadoin College and Medicine in the Myne Medical College. It is not that the scarcity of learned teachers made these colleges appoint him, rather, it was his versatility in the above subjects and his adept teaching because of which every good college and university department of higher education wanted to have him on its faculty. Dr. Paul had excellently transacted multiple responsibilities of teaching the highest level classes in different disciplines of life sciences and engineering for several years.

Swami Vivekanand’s transcendental talents and memory are recorded in the glorious chapters of human dignity. He had to once appear as a witness to support fair justice in a court of law. He was an eyewitness to a conversation – in a south Indian language, between the complainant and the accused, which had taken place several months ago. Swamiji did not know the language at all. However, because of his unique memory, he reproduced word-by-word, the half-an-hour conversation between the disputants in the same language as if a tape recorder was being played in his mouth. This history-making statement of the witness helped save an innocent and honest man from the bars.

The above examples only give a glimpse of the enormous potentials existing in a human being. Every individual contains unlimited repository of conscious energy. An ordinary man spends his average life of about sixty years in eating over 35 tonnes of various eatables and sleeping for almost half his life span. If he realizes this fact at an early age and endeavors to arouse and properly channelize his potentials in every second of his life, he can also attain supernormal talents and become immortal in history.

Some people think that extraordinary talents are God-gifted destined qualities brought since the time of birth or such potentials are the results of boons and blessings of divine souls. This is not quite true. Man is indeed an architect of his own destiny. It is in his own hands to inculcate righteous tendencies and sincerely pursue the development and refinement of his own talents. Human history is not short of examples where most ordinary, even boobies and weak personalities have risen up against the adversities of circumstances and earned recognized success on their own.

Madam Curie was born in a poor family in France. In her young age, she used to work as a governess to look after the children of a rich family. Nevertheless, because of her determination and motivation, she could qualify to get admission in the science department of the Paris University. Her economic hardships posed many obstructions but she did not let despair or distraction enter her way…. Ultimately, her devotion and insight in the subject led to the discovery of radium, which drastically changed the shape of future scientific developments….

Priest Norman Vincent Peel was an eminent psychologist of America who is known across the globe for his scholarly works. He had begun his career by selling aluminum utensils. He was confident that he has the talents of a good salesman but that his efforts are not being recognized because of the adverse circumstances. Initially he even had to face people’s scornful and confronting attitudes. He remained unperturbed and reached his goals with optimistic temperament. He became an honorable priest in the later part of his life.

Despite facing the ups and downs of life, Norman Peel had meticulously written several thought-provoking books that inspire and guide the readers to successfully struggle with the impediments in life. In the book entitled ‘Enthusiasm Makes the Difference’ he proposes an eleven word formula – “every problem contains within itself the seeds of its own solution”. The seeds of success lie in our inner mind. It’s our responsibility to make them sprout and grow with the help of our determined endeavors. Peel has also suggested following practical tips, which are very effective in improvement of talents for a progressive life:

(i) One should throw away the negative thoughts of pessimism and lack of confidence in the success of the work in hand….

(ii) One should cultivate the habit of self-analysis to know his qualities and potentials and also practise autosuggestion to strengthen the positive aspects…..

(iii) Thinking should not remain confined to selfish affairs; one should also plan for other’s welfare and attempt materialization of the same….

(iv) God-gifted willpower and inner strength should be used creatively and cautiously to avoid the wastage and misuse of the mental and physical potentials and talents.

(v) Daily routine should be well planned – keeping in mind that every step in life should lead towards higher goals….

(vi) The energy and activities of mind should be oriented in a positive direction by creative thinking and adept learning.

(vii) One should practise linking the self with divinity every day and night – by way of prayers, meditation etc, as an integral part of life. This cultivates inner strength and virtues to enable one to overcome all difficulties and adversities and even do what would appear impossible to many others in general.

Sincere adoption of above mentioned habits and suggestions protects waning and decay of inherited talents and transmutes one’s mental potentials to reach high realms of progressive life.

Scientifically Viable Methods For Refinement of Talents

Evolution of intellect is a psychological process. Different kinds of methods could be adopted for the purpose of improvement of talents depending upon one’s inclinations. Some people acquire knowledge by memorizing, some by problem solving…., etc. Learning by analogy or examples seems to be a universally acceptable model of mental training in the initial phase of intellectual development. Children in the early days of Kindergarten are given exposure to learning with the help of creative games like – arranging colored blocks in given shape or design; changing the shape of a design by rearranging its components; ....etc; gradually higher levels of pattern recognition, decision making and creativity are used to increase the level of mental faculties at later ages…. Several religious rituals performed – especially in the Indian system, at different stages of life are also aimed at appropriate training during the transition phases of mental development.

General maintenance of physical health becomes possible by keeping balance between nourishment and physical exercises or labor. But, extra efforts – like gymnastic, or heavy exercising with the help of special instruments in the wrestling clubs, etc, are also required if one wants to build a stout body. Knifes and swords need to be regularly sharpened by scrubbing them against rough stones…; though, it is a property of the material – how sharp it could be made, the importance of the stone (rough surface) and friction cannot be denied. Although our nerves and muscles lie inside the body and their proper functioning depends upon their activities under the control the brain, the applicability of oil-massaging, stretching, etc – as advised by the doctors, is also useful in strengthening the muscles.

Authenticity, integrity and eminence of character set strong foundation for the evolution of mental powers. Enthusiastic aspirations, keen interest and sincere perseverance are required for the refinement of talents. Qualities like industriousness, punctuality and motivation which link one’s labor with creativity also ought to be cultivated for progress along this path. Free and healthy development of talents becomes possible only by breaking the narrow boundaries of self-centered interests and objectives. The principle of ‘simple living and high thinking’ helps best use of one’s time, materialistic and physical resources and talents in altruist activities of social welfare and propagation of goodwill and morality.

Creative and altruist use of one’s capabilities is essential for rousing them up to higher and higher levels. The same rule applies to the refinement of talents. Although, people may gain wealth and success by talents coupled with atrocious audacity or terror, their negative activities ultimately lead to deterioration and devastation in terms of true progress…. It is only the sensible and creative use that can ensure growth and improvement of talents.

In the present context, we refer to the word ‘talent’ as a perfect combination of intellectual and other creative potentials with serene sentiments and ideals of humanity. This concept of talent is related to a composite development of belief and intellectual capabilities in people, which is always helpful in promoting righteous growth of human society. It is the group of such talented personalities that inspires many others towards noble goals and sets progressive trends in the history of any society. We are focussing here on the origin and evolution of this kind of talent in any human being.

One might ask here – “Is it possible to induce such a high level of metamorphosis of personality in the masses with the help of practically implementable methods?” It is easy to teach alphabets, numerals and locomotion to a child with the help of simple mechanical gadgets. Similar well-defined and tested methods of training the human mind and body are available at later stages of student life…. Is it also feasible to devise some training course or practices, which offer opportunities to everybody to brighten up the personality and inculcate the above kinds of talents? Affirmative answers to these questions are available in the ancient Indian science of spirituality that focuses a great deal on all aspects of personality development.

Development or progress of any kind demands dedicated and disciplined endeavor. A wrestler or a gymnast has to follow a routine of prescribed exercises along with dietary restrictions in order to strengthen his muscles and control over body movements… Similarly, the adoption of specific disciplines and training of the mind is essential for the aspirants of developing mental strengths and talents. The Brahm Varchas Shodh Sansthan3 in Hardwar (India) has experimented with some of the spiritual s³dhan³s in above regard. It has come out with a set of about ten simple exercises which are scientifically justified and which can be practised in day-to-day life by every normal person. We present below a brief description of each of these s³dhan³s:

1. Swasanketa (Auto-suggestion):

In order to practice this, the s³dhaka4 should sit at a neat place in a quiet environment. The body should be relaxed and still and the eyes kept closed. All mundane thoughts should be withdrawn and the mind settled in a state of peace. Now, one should conceptualize and feel as though a glowing beam of the vital energy of pr³ña is emanating from a focal point in the center of the brain. It is radiating with force in all external and internal organs of the body – it’s flowing through the nerves, veins, arteries etc and energizing every component of the body and mind. Energy, alacrity, and activity are gradually replacing all sluggishness. The efficiency of each sense organ is being enhanced manifold. Outer skin is glowing; face appearing bright and radiant. One should also attempt feel the exaltation in his intelligence which is elevating the talents and excellence in mental perceptions and transactions…... One should inspire his own self with such feelings again and again….

The above kind of ‘auto-suggestion’ is the key to the metamorphosis of psyche. The ruti proclaims – Yo Yacchadra¡ Sa Eva Sa¡; meaning: man shapes his personality by his own thoughts and concepts about himself. The cosmic energy pervading the universe is an unlimited repository of virtuous attributes. Adoption of optimistic temperament and conceptualization of the positive feelings – like assimilation of the qualities of great personalities in one’s own self…., generate specific currents of pr³ña and begin to draw the corresponding attributes from the cosmic reservoir…..; this results in inculcation of those virtues and potentials in the s³dhaka.

Psychologists too advocate the efficacy of positive thinking in transmuting a change of personality. It has been hypothesized in psychological theories that – as the earth is surrounded by the ionosphere, the human brain is also enveloped by an ideosphere created by his own thought-waves. The quality of one’s character, the standard of one’s thoughts and sentiments characterize the attributes and power of his ideosphere. The ideosphere can be made to change instantaneously by drastic change in outlook; it regains it original character on resumption of older habits.

Assimilation of creative ideals in thoughts – generated by positive thinking – is reflected in brightening of the ideosphere that gives rise to the appearance of specific glow on face. Such an individual acquires a personal biomagnetism (impressive charm) and attains extraordinary power to influence others; his speech or advice can inspire a change in the attitude and thoughts of many others in his contact. In a way, by practising autosuggestion one may energize his invisible aura into a bio-magnetic field…. The popular published works of modern Psychologists such as –– ‘Think and Grow Rich’ or ‘Adopt Positive Principles Today’ etc., illustrate the importance of autosuggestion. It is also said that – “All great men in history have reached the heights of greatness through auto-suggestion only”. In his early years of life, Mahatma Gandhi was inspired by a play on the great king Harish Chandra. It had induced him to use autosuggestion for experiments with moral principles and truth thereafter and eventually transmuted his personality into a mah³tm³.

During the experiments at the Brahmvarchas research institute, mental stimulation is created with the help of audio-visual signals and after a short interval, the subject is asked to ponder over the reactions. This process generates a strong bio-electrical current, which is monitored directly on

G.S.R. Bio Feedback device. In these experiments, the subject is able to see the reactions of histhought process on skin resistance. Similarly, the changes in the frequency of respiration, pulse rate, blood pressure etc are also recorded. It has been found that all these parameters show significant change with variation in the type of autosuggestion schemes.

It may be noted that the techniques of Vipasyan³ and the Jain system of meditation are also based on autosuggestion. There is no reason why adoption of correct method of autosuggestion should not bring about the desired changes in the talents of a person.

2. (Special Practice with a Mirror):

Basically this is a s³dhan³ of self-appraisal and improvement. For this, one should sit in front of a large sized mirror either cross-legged on the floor or on a chair keeping the spinal cord erect. Then look at each part of the body with appreciation and confidence in its strength and competence. The s³dhaka should thank the kindness of the Omnipotent God for blessing him with such a wonderful instrument. He should begin with self-appraisal and feel that his inner and external body is getting cleansed of all weaknesses and vices; his inner self is becoming purer…

The s³dhaka should concentrate on his presence as seen in the mirror and conceptualize that the intensity of pr³ña (vital energy) is increasing in the internal organs of the body. Its bright radiance (tejas) is permeating outwards from each and every part of the body, enhancing the glow of the outer skin. He should also imagine that his body, which was pale, infirm and weak has now been transformed and each of its pores is being charged with pr³ña; the energetic functions and development activities in the body are accelerated along with the bio-electrical currents in the brain.

When the reflection of the self in the mirror is conceptualized as an entity charged with immense pr³ña, the merger of the identity of the self with the former illuminates the mental domains too; this leads to the refinement and rise in the s³dhaka’s talents. The above exercise is a kind of meditation (dhy³na) which is also known as the Laya Yoga. It is the intense feeling of unification (bh³va kalpa) with the bright image of the self that transmutes the psyche of the s³dhaka up to sublime levels in this case.

3. Meditation on Colors:

Each color-component of light is impregnated with specific chemical constituents, elements of metals and electrical currents derived from the sunrays. Radiation of each color in the spectrum leaves a distinct imprint on the body and the brain. These constituents are in a sate of equilibrium in a healthy person. Perturbation in the optimal ratio of color-absorption in the body or distortion or inequilibrium in their normal levels makes the body-system prone to various disorders, diseases and weaknesses. Chromopathy works on the principle of maintaining the equilibrium level of colors absorbed in the body.

In chromo- therapeutic treatment of an ailment in the gross body, the affected organ or part of the body is exposed to the radiation of specific colored light for specified period of time through the medium of transparent colored glasses or electric bulbs. For the purpose of improving the efficacy of mental faculties by this technique, the subject is asked to meditate upon specific colors with closed eyes. The seven colors (Violet, Indigo, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange and Red) of the light spectrum are isolated and made appear bright with the help of C-stroboscope. All colors but the ones desired are filtered out with the help of special lenses and the subject is trained to concentrate on the specified color(s) for a particular duration.

The above process of meditation on selected colors stimulates the ultra fine nerves along with the cakras (extra sensory energy centers). Regular practice of this meditation triggers the desired reactions for change in the psyche. It is conceptualized here that the particular color is omnipresent in the cosmos and is also permeating one’s own body with its characteristic energy and effects. This s³dhan³ is usually performed for a period of five to ten minutes in one sitting. The choice of colors is recommended by the specialists and depends on the psychology and inner makeup of mind of the subject.

4. Pr³ñ³karÌaña Pr³ñ³y³ma5

The entire cosmos is impregnated with pr³ña. In normal case, every living entity receives only that much of this vital energy which is required for keeping its body alive. However, one does require larger amounts of pr³ña to endeavor for higher goals.

Conjunction of the pr³ña of an individual with the omnipresent cosmic reservoir of conscious energy (Mah³ Pr³ña) not only recharges the former, but also strengthens it and increases the efficacy and use of its vital force. The vital force of pr³ña is manifested as the ensemble of ‘negative ions’ in the electrical fields of bio-energy. A deficiency of these ions in the environment makes one sick, pale and devoid of vigor. Consequently efficiency of the people living in such surroundings is also reduced. The abundance of negative ions on the other hand, increases one’s resistance and vitality and adds radiance to face by enhancing the level of pr³ña. The latter effect also accounts for a rise in one’s overall efficiency.

Pr³ñ³karÌaña Pr³ñ³y³ma is a simple exercise aimed at enhancing the level of pr³ña to attain the above mentioned positive effects. For this, the s³dhaka should sit in a relaxed position keeping the back straight with both hands on the lap and breathe deeply through both nostrils at a slow and steady pace. He should concentrate on the breathing and conceptualize that he is sitting amidst an ‘ocean’ of dense shining white clouds engulfed by the force of pr³ña. He should also attempt feeling that he is in a nonchalant, serene and happy mood and that the flow of pr³ña from the surrounding `ocean’ is entering with each breath during inhalation (p¿raka).

While retaining the breath for few moments (anta¡ kumbhaka), he should feel that the inhaled pr³ña is assimilated in every part inside the body. Exhalation (recaka) should be accompanied by the imagination that all the toxic effects, undesirable traits and instincts of evil and weaknesses, which were present within, have been neutralized by the pr³ña and are expelled out for ever. Breathing should be suspended for few moments (b³hya kumbhaka) with the conception that the malice thrown out has gone away and will not be able to re-enter the body….. Likewise for any other pr³ñ³y³ma, five to ten minutes duration is considered sufficient in the initial stages of this exercise. This period is increased gradually up to thirty minutes or more.

In the experiments at Brahma Varchas, the increase in the capacity of retention of pr³ña, amount of expulsion of toxins from the blood and enhancement of oxygen content of blood are monitored. Changes in the subject’s (s³dhaka’s) psychological parameters are also analyzed. There are clear indications of improvement in the body’s resistance to disease, vitality and increase in efficiency of mental faculties.

5. S¿rya Vedhana Pr³ñ³y³ma :

This exercise aims at extracting pr³ña cetan³ from the Sun. It is performed during the period of dawn in the purplish glow of the rising sun as described below:

Be seated with minimum clothing in the meditation posture – erect spine, hands on the lap, eyes closed, relaxed state of body and mind. Face eastwards. Conceptualize that the astral being (soul) residing in the body has come out and is destined towards the sun. Just as thread in the needle goes across the cloth or a metallic rod is made to cross a flame, the astral body is imagined to be penetrating and traversing through the core of the rising sun. Have a feeling that in this process the soul is being charged with the cosmic energy of the sun.

Begin pr³ñ³y³ma while closing the left nostril. Imagine that the air inhaled through the right nostril is stimulating and exciting the S¿rya Cakra6. Conceptualize and feel as though large amounts of Ojas, Tejas and Varchas –– eminence and strength of the physical, mental and spiritual powers are being assimilated in the self through the inhaled flow of pr³ña. While exhaling air after the anta¡ kumbhaka, imagine that all evil traits and instincts are making an exit and are removed forever by way of b³hya kumbhaka.

There should be a consistent feeling that during the above process, the charge of pr³ña has increased substantially and is manifested in increased excellence in all aspects of one’s being. The physical exercise of breathing is not so important here as the mental and emotional engrossment in the said conceptualizations. The more intense the level of imaginations, the greater would be the benefits of this s³dhan³.

6. Magnetic Contact:

Magneto-therapy has its own significant place in medical sciences. There is a remarkable similarity among working principles underlying the techniques like Acupuncture, Acupressure, Mudr³-Bandha7, and Magneto-therapy.

Our planet operates as a huge magnet called Geo-magnet. From the eternal repository of pr³ña in the cosmos, the earth continues to draw a fixed quantity through the North Pole, and disposes off the undesirable evil components (effluents) through the South Pole. Magneto-therapy makes use of this principle – the power (pr³ña) attracted from the earth’s magnetic field is introduced in the desired part of the body through the north pole of a magnet and the effects of unwanted or harmful elements is discarded through the south pole.

In this therapy, a mildly magnetized piece of iron is taken and moved slowly over the head, spinal cord and heart in a clockwise rotating motion. The movement should be slow. The magnet is passed downwards over throat, navel and reproductive organs and then washed to remove undesirable accumulations. This process is repeated again and again. An electromagnet or magnetized water may also be used in a similar manner. The methodology of treatment depends upon the type of ailment and condition of the patient and the therapy is carried out as per the diagnosis and guidance of the specialist. Controlled experiments with such magnetic contacts gradually remove all internal ailments and accelerate upward flow of bio-electricity, which supports strengthening of the body and mind.

7. Linkage with Spiritual Eminence:

Ïaktip³ta is a process of subtle transmission of pr³ña from an individual highly charged with spiritual energy into his disciples. This is a like a t³ntrika procedure which has instant effects of great intensity and transmutes the latter’s personality almost downside up. It is difficult and risky to perform such experiments.

A simpler alternative leading to the above effects – accessible to everybody without any danger – is that of staying in contact with spiritually refined personalities and benefit from their influence. It may not always be possible to physically reside within charged premises or in regular contact with such eminent persons. Nevertheless one may make an endeavor to find conceptual proximity to some super beings like Hanuman or Bhagirath and attempt continuous interaction with them. The interactions should be dedicated, akin to that between the soap and the cloth, the former providing its cleanliness (virtues) to the latter, removing its dirt (vices) in the process.

For practising such a devotion one may take help of a painting, photograph or idol etc. or contemplate on the ideals followed by these superhuman characters. This is also an effective method for increasing the spiritual energy. The s³dhaka is benefited like an infant sucking milk from the mother’s breast or a disciple deriving inner strength in contact with his mentor.

8. N³da Yoga:

Different compositions of the notes of various musical instruments produce characteristic waves, which leave distinct imprints on human psyche. Audition of enchanting music in a peaceful environment helps awakening creative talents and virtues. Ïabda-Ïakti (the eternal power of cosmic sound) is considered to be a source of energy for the cetana. The vibrations generated by n³ da (musical sound) stimulate the nuclei of energy within the lisner’s body and generate soothing flow of cetana in the mind.

There are many s³ dhan³ s of n³ da yoga specially devised for spiritual elevation, which are based on realization of the eternal n³ da in the inner self. The simplest practice would require selecting suitable types of musical instrument and composition of a tune (r³ ga) under the guidance of an expert of this s³ dhan³ . This practice could begin by playing or listening to it regularly in a relaxed, divinely calm state of mind. Initial phase of this practice is usually short – of five to ten minutes only, which is increased gradually. The suitability of the r³ ga depends upon the mentality of the s³ dhaka and the place and time when it is to be played. The research laboratories of Brahm Varchas and music studio of its sister organization, Shantikunj – also in Hardwar, India are engaged in preparation of audio cassettes suitable for different categories of s³ dhakas.

9. Pryacita (Confession and Expiation)

Evil deeds like adultery, unchastity, deception, unethical earning, etc. deplete the power of pr³ñ a in a person and thereby suppress his talents too. Therefore, penance for compensation of such deeds and misconduct – performed willfully or inadvertently – becomes necessary. ‘Confession’ is regarded as a significant tenet of Christianity. In order to redeem the damage done by the vices, ascetic restrains are followed together with practice of virtuous altruist activities. The special kinds of vratas (fasting with penance) like c³ ndr³ yañ a are recommended for this purpose.

One feels fairly relieved after disclosing the details of the misdeeds and immoral thoughts before a noble mentor (Guru) and seeking his adept guidance for appropirate method of expiation. It opens up new avenues of elevation of one’s character. Pr³ yaï cita is a process of psychological refinement, which is essential for all aspirants of excellence of any kind.

10. Partaking Germinated Seeds and Herbal Medicines:

Various grains of food, pulses, herbal plants and roots have special medicinal values. A fresh germinated seed has specific and extraordinary characteristics. Partaking certain preparations – called kalka, of these along with herbal medicine is found to have excellent effects on improvement of one’s physical and mental health. For preparation of kalka, the type of grains and pulses are chosen according to the subject’s requirement and are sown in seven pots successively after one day’s interval per pot. On the seventh day the kalka is prepared by adding twelve grams of water in three grams of juice extracted by meshing the sprouted seeds. After decantation, this kalka is taken empty stomach with little honey early in the morning. This preparation helps augment the tejas and it works like a natural brain-tonic. Similar kalkas may be prepared from green herbs and roots or from their dried and ground products. The doses are, however, prescribed by the specialists. In some cases, the subjects are asked to inhale the vapors of dried herbs that are sacrificed in fire during an Agnihotra or Havana.

Here we have discussed in a nutshell ten methods of improving the physical and mental potentials and talents in a person. Detailed information and adept guidance on these is provided to the participants of the s³ dhan³ï iviras (training programmes) organized by Shantikunj, Hardwar.

Likelihood Of Talents In A Single Child

Spiritual disciplines set a good check on the size of the family. As these disciplines also aim at rousing the talents and hidden potentials of every member of the family, they appear to be advocating, among other things, a strong possibility of healthy development of children in small families.

Until several decades ago, some psychologists had been raising doubts about proper development of the first or the only child in want of any company. Long-term studies and analysis of experiments have however annulled such doubts.

Dr. Frank Salove of Austria had brought a major surprise when he had sent a report of his studies on above topic to the American Association for Advancement of Science for publication. He had tried to prove that the first child is usually less talented than the later ones. His inference was proved to be faulty in the next 4 – 5 years. The duo of psychologists Sycile Earnest and Julius Sanghust had presented the details of their studies in a book entitled ‘Birth Order’. They showed that, the evolution of talents need not depend on the order of birth. However, one exceptional finding of their research was that – the level of intelligence of a single child is usually found to be above average and that such children are more talented than an average child in the same age group. Similar conclusions were drawn by renowned sociologist, Dr. Judith Black of the California University. Dr. Black is considered to be a strong critique of Salove’s hypothesis. She is not the only one, a large number of social scientists of high repute are of similar opinion; their research work has also contradicted Salove’s theory.

Dr. Black’s research dissertation mentions that – “The principle of birth-order may appear new and attractive at a superficial level, but, it is baseless in terms of facts and logical analysis. It does not contain the truth as claimed by Prof. Salove…”. Dr. Black’s comments are based on her large number of experiments and detailed analysis of over one lakh talented persons. Her surveys showed that 70% of these subjects were the only child of their respective parents and only 30% had one or more brother(s) or sister(s). Another significant observation was that the percentage of women in the one lakh randomly selected talented people was more than seventy. Thus Black’s studies brought out two important conclusions – (i) girls are, in no way, less talented and capable than the boys and (ii) a single child (only child), be that a boy or a girl, is most likely to have higher IQ (intelligencequotient) than the average.

The above research had also shown that the economic standard of the family generally affects the development of children in several ways. If a family is large and poor, its members cannot remain free from the negative effects and pressures; development of their personalities is also constrained and is often hindered by such complications. Dr. Black infers this as an important factor behind the observations that majority of the talented persons happen to be the only child in their respective families. This is because, all the resources and attention of the parents are oriented towards the single child and he/she gets better chances to grow in a healthy and happy environment as compared to the children of larger families.

The distinguished psychologists like Dr. Abraham Meslow express similar views. Dr. Meslow opines that if a family is broken, large or economically deprived, then its internal strives would impede the development of its members. Healthy growth of the talents and mental potentials of the children is quite unlikely in such families and one cannot think of attaining ‘self-actualization’. The term ‘selfactualization’ used by Dr. Meslow refers to the highest level of refinement of talents.

The research of Prof. Forster, a sociologist at the Liverpool University has shown that the possibility of rousing talents is higher in small families; it reduces with the increase in the number of members in the family. The eldest child has to bear the responsibilities of the youngsters along with caring for his parents in their old age…; his problems become manifold if the parents are disabled or die at an early age; because of such burdens there would be no scope for his own development. For the child of such families, traversing the difficult path of life is itself a challenging task, which leaves no room for any progressive aspect – elevation of personality is almost impossible in such cases. On the contrary, someone who is the only child in a family gets ample opportunities for enhancing his/her potentials and cultivating creative talents.

Though, just being a single child does not create anything special in one’s brain, it does ensure substantial support for the inculcation and development of positive effects in this regard. Dr. Frostier had surveyed a large number of people who were born and brought up as single child. He found that 80% of these were extraordinarily talented in one respect or the other. His analysis showed that the over-attention, excessive affection and attachment of the parents spoiled the remaining 20%. Otherwise, they too should have been noticeably talented and bright.

Some sociologists of the Colorado University has expressed the view that the mental potentials and talents of a single child almost always advance above average. These researchers give an entirely new argument in support of their conclusions. According to them, “the first crop in a field is always the best in quality and quantity. The fertility of the soil gradually decreases and so does the quality and amount of crop produced by it year after year…. Similar may be the possibility in case of human birth process too.”

The above argument also gains support if viewed in terms of the science of spirituality. The principles of spirituality clearly mention that sexual indulgence accounts for significant loss in the level of pr³ña (vital energy). The loss in physical potentials due to the excited activities of the genitals is negligible as compared to the loss in the vital power caused by concupiscence. Consequently, the gradual deterioration in the level of bio-energy transmitted to the offspring reduces their physical and mental potentials too. This is why the second and successive children usually have lesser possibilities of being more capable than the first child…

Glancing through the pages of world history may adduce many examples showing that a single child is bright and extraordinarily talented. Ashtavakra, an intellectual wizard of ancient India was the only child of Muni Kahoda and Sujata. Glorious warrior Abhimanyu was the only child of Arjun and Subhadra; so fertile and receptive was his mind that he had learnt the intricacies of the rare strategic technique of cakrvhyu when he was in the mother’s womb! The great scholar and perfect diplomat of all ages – Chanakya, too was the only child of his parents. Shaking the thrones of mighty kings, elevating an ordinary citizen up to the highest level in politics, designing the destiny or history of a nation was an easy game for his exceptional intellect….

Revered Swamy Adi Shankaracharya was also the only child in his family. His eminent scholarly knowledge of the ancient scriptures and accomplishments in spiritual domains are well known to the modern world. On the political front, former American president Roozvelt and former Indian Prime Minister Indira Ghandhi add to the sequence of talented single child. Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru too was the only child of his parents till his teenage…. Ruskin of England and Bhartendu Harishchandra and several other reputed names in the field of modern literature also had the privilege of being single-child. Remarkably, the founder fathers of modern science, the sagacious researchers like Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein and Para Celsus etc. were the ‘only child’ in their respective families. Similar examples are also found in the contemporary world which provide evidential support to the scientific and logical conclusion that people born and brought up as single child are mostly endowed with some talents or eminence of personality.

Enrich The Future By Past Knowledge

Students of Physics know that the total mass existing in the universe is the same today as it was at the time of creation. Mass of the matter neither increases or decreases on its own. It remains constant. It is only the form of a material entity which changes with environment; a solid may melt into a liquid form and vaporize into a gas or conversely…. Everything in nature is continuously subject to change its form in one way or the other. Old is destroyed and is reborn into a new form; this process of transformation, destruction and creation continues forever; it maintains the varieties of forms and enhances the dynamic beauty of Nature. The repository of our thoughts also undergoes a similar dynamic update at an extremely fast pace….

The fundamental issues pertaining to human life in normal case are only a few. Basic mechanisms of thinking, investigating and resolving are also limited… The qualities of thoughts and associated mental activities may be divided into two broad classes – the divine and the cruel, or, the creative and the destructive types. There is also a third category of dull, indifferent or inactive types which belongs to a perplexed, self-contended or lethargic state of mind. The people in this last category trouble their minds to think only when forced by circumstances but their thoughts hardly lead to any conclusion…. The spectrum of thoughts in human mind remains confined to these three broad categories and a variety of thoughts of one type or the other continue to occupy the conscious mind. The activities of thought process revolve around this periphery with fluctuations as per the mood and extent of mental concentration. New arguments, logic, examples, theories, causes and propositions arise according to mental status, aspirations and the needs of time.

Our earth and other planets are almost spherical in shape. Their orbits are also approximately round. The cycle of life too is circular. Birth, childhood, teenage, youth, middle age, old age and death these are the normal states of life of every creature. Cells in the body are destroyed continuously and are replaced by the new ones at regular intervals in a living body. Similarly, new thoughts are born and the old ones keep vanishing from the conscious mind almost instantaneously. The process of active and lost memory works like cutting out the ripe crops and sowing the new seeds on an eternally fertile land and thus maintains the generative power of thinking in brain.

The state of one’s mind and level of his emotions and thoughts determines the origin and direction of evolution of his personality. The dignity of character depends upon that of the inner instincts and thoughts. Sound and righteous thinking should therefore get an important place in daily life. After feeding the stomach, the needs and aspirations of the mental domain become the driving force for all activities of human life. All the ends and means emanate from, and are searched and planned, within this domain. Thus, the good or bad consequences are also experienced by the mind only. At a superficial level, desires, ambitions and ego may appear as the predominant factors of life, but the fact remains that these are all outcomes of the aspirations and inspirations of mind only.

It is essential for the strengthening and refinement of mental field that the malice existing there is cleansed. If the excreta were not removed, how would the stomach consume fresh food? Sharp memory is indeed an excellent source of intellectual attainment and progress and everybody aspires to have it. But, it should be noted that, excess of redundant and negative memory needs to be washed out regularly for a harmonious and creative functioning of the thought process.

The emotional excitements and depressions associated with joyous and dolorous events respectively are so effective at times that if they remain stable and do not wane then normal activities of the brain would be hindered and even living a normal life would become impossible. The feelings of animosity, anger, revenge, fear, excessive affection etc also cause abnormal pressure on smooth functioning of mind. Good that nature has kept such feelings and their memories as temporary and unstable – like any other information registered in the active memory; else, these would have eaten away the pr³ña of anyone whose mind is trapped into the clutches of such excitements.

Too short memory or forgetfulness also makes life difficult; even the daily chores cannot be processed properly if one cannot recall small matters like – how much is to be paid or purchased of essential commodities or the addresses and contact numbers of those with whom he is ought to interact frequently, ....., etc. People may sometimes appear to be ungrateful on some occasions because of their short memory and therefore face counter reactions from even the near and dear ones. If one is not able to remember what one had experienced recently, his learning process would suffer severely; as a consequence, his intellect my not evolve above the level of a child nor would he be successful in practicalities of personal and social life…..

In between the natural process of registration and depletion of memory, many a times the need arises when old thoughts – such as those pertaining to past experiences and creative interactions are required to be revived and given a fresh look for contemporary guidance… The difficulties arise when one’s memory is unable to trace back such important pieces of lost thoughts or previously acquired knowledge….

People with extraordinary memory and balanced mind have an exceptional power of accessing the hidden or lost pieces of knowledge at will. The unconscious mind contains such colossal amounts of lost and latent memory whose expansion may resemble that of the cosmos. Mass and energy are never destroyed. The same is true of the mental outcomes of the activities of brain. These, such as the thoughts and sentiments, are conserved in some form in the latent layers of unconscious mind even after being washed out from the active memory. If one has the capability to link the conscious mind with these latent domains of memory and extract the desired information and knowledge, he would certainly be endowed with supernatural intellect.

The potentials inherited from the ancestors are gifted to every individual through the genetic machinery. Whatever one had learnt in the previous lives is not lost completely. Memories of the present as well as the past lives are stored in the inner cores of mind. Although nature has devised the mechanism of wiping out the excess of memory from the active and conscious areas of mind in order to maintain ordinary functions of life at a normal pace, the virtually lost memory remains stored in the extra sensory layers of the subconscious and unconscious mind. A dead body buried in a grave is not seen on the earth’s surface but it continues to exist in a transformed state beneath it. Similarly, the existence of important and also of the unnecessary memories remains alive within the unlimited expansion of the inner mind.

A natural question would arise in the reader’s mind here as – how to extract the important substance from this almost infinite repository of latent memory? How to enrich from the ancient knowledge acquired in the uncountable sequence of past births….? If one is successful in this endeavor, his intellect is sure to rise up to supreme heights and eventually culminate into the omniscient divine form.

The existence of latent memory in the unconscious mind is now gaining support from the scientific community. The evidential incidences of memory of previous life or revival of past-memory after rebirth etc. were earlier neglected as being rare coincidences or mystical events drawn by illusions. Nonetheless, with deeper knowledge about the omnipotent human mind, researchers are now tending to investigate the facts associated with such observations and analyze the related hypotheses and available information on unconscious memory. Recent efforts are also focused on the issue of – “why not, the awakening of latent memory be considered as important as the acquisition of knowledge by the conscious mind?” Advent of neuroscience has offered extra support in this direction.

The brain-functions associated with the memory-process are quite complicated. Collaborative as well as independent research in the fields of Neuroanatomy, Psychology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Biophysics has attempted deciphering its mechanism. The findings so far have indicated two types of memories – (i) short or temporary memory, which recalls something only for a short duration of few seconds. For instance, a new telephone number seen in the directory is remembered till the time of dialing – usually one forgets the number soon after that unless used frequently…; (ii) long-term memory which helps recall the events, addresses, names and subject matter etc which were stored in the memory long time ago…. The Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) of the neurons ‘orders’ the synthesis of specific proteins in brain as per the type of ‘bits’ required to be imprinted in the memory. The corresponding (bio)chemical transformations inscribe the memory of associated events, knowledge or perceptions in specific strips of the brain. Whenever the conscious mind comes across a related event or information, similar (bio)chemical interactions take place and thereby the corresponding matters are recalled by activation of those specific portions in the registers of brain in this process…..

Sometimes the psychological experiments of hypnotism are tried out to activate the lost or forgotten memory. Redcliff has described some such events in his ‘Memoirs’ and in a compilation of his works on human psychology. He has mentioned about a rich trader who had asked a mason to make a secret hole in the wall of his house. He (the trader) kept his jewelry and other valuables in that hole and got a normal wall constructed above it…. It was impossible to locate that spot by seeing or touching the wall from either side. Several years later, the trader’s son wanted to use this ‘treasure’ after his death. He called up the same mason and asked him to break the wall right at the specific spot. But the mason had forgotten about the hole; he just could not recall anything about its size or location. As a last trial before destroying the wall completely, a specialist known to the trader’s family was requested to hypnotize that mason to get some clue. Surprisingly, in the hypnotized state, the latter could easily recall about the making of secret hole; he took the specialist near the wall and indicated where exactly the hole lied inside the strong wall…. The treasure was found after little digging at that point….!

Neuro-anatomical experiments have shown that in general, the reproduction of new neurons stops above the age of 35 years. The rigidity of nerves, which supply pure blood to the brain increases with aging after certain stage. Because of this the neurons do not get substantial amounts of fresh blood… This negatively affects the chemical processing of memorization too… This is one of the major reasons why old people do recall the events of their distant past very well but are prone to forget the matters of the present…. Special oxygen treatments help improving their memory but only temporarily. As the external supply of oxygen into the brain of the patient is stopped, his memory of the present events again becomes weak….

Apart from oxygen supply techniques and hypnotism-based therapies, bio-electrical excitation of memory centers in the brain stimulated with the help of electrodes is another popular remedy for amnesia as recommended by modern neuroscientists. Further research is being carried out to make these methods more effective without any risk. Ultimate success in these attempts would enable one to extract hidden layers of knowledge stored in the core of his memory since past lives and to acquire unlimited knowledge in the present life too. The mentally weak and dullards could also benefit from a sharpened memory and reach scholarly levels like the great Sanskrit poet Kalidas.

Ancient scientists of human psychology had incorporated deep trance (sam³dhi), yoga nidr³ and other spiritual endeavors (s³dhan³s) as empowering experiments on intellectual elevation. The modern techniques of hypnotism and autosuggestion are elementary steps in similar directions. Electrical shock based treatments to awaken the inactive layers of memory are not free from severe risks. These could be replaced by the meditation based yoga s³dhan³s of dhy³na and dh³rañ³ to harmoniously activate and elevate the functions of specific centers in the brain. The yoga exercises of pr³ñ³y³ma are refined forms of the oxygen treatment. These offer natural and everlasting positive effects without any external device. The modern psychologists and neuroscientists may therefore be reinvestigate the ancient sciences of yoga and spirituality in order to select most effective methods of treatment of amnesia and aboulia and also provide the opportunity to the ordinary minds to acquire extraordinary memory and brilliance.

Would Like To Be A Mobile Computer?

Expansion of knowledge and eminence of thinking is often imminent in people with sharp and sound memory. Forgetful persons are, on the other hand, not only deprived of deep knowledge in general, they also face difficulties and losses because of negligence of necessary tasks in day-to-day life due to their short memory.

Some people are endowed with exceptionally sharp memory since the time of birth. Their extraordinary mental potentials often startle others. John Fraser was one such gifted person. He lived in Glosystershire, England during 1901 to 1960. This man was born blind. His memory was so sound that he could easily remember the names and addresses of over ten thousands persons whom he had ever met or interacted with. He was able to recollect this information without any mistake just by hearing the voice of any of these people…. Filmund Iris also had similar memory. Incidentally, he too was blind since birth. The Government had selected him for the job of a postman because of his terrific memory. He used to sort and arrange the deliverable letters with the help of an assistant. The latter used to read the addresses loudly – this was sufficient for Filmund to store the entire sequence of corresponding addresses in his mind. This is how he was able to distribute, on his own, hundreds of postal deliveries every day. There was never any mistake on his part or any complaint against him during his tenure as a postman.

The example of Mr. Nebur of Germany is rarest of its kind. Exceptional memory of this man had popularized him across the world only in a single day. Once the office where he used to work as a clerk was caught under fire. Many important papers and files got destroyed. Nebur’s supernormal memory came into light when he successfully reproduced the lost records in a short span of time. Many of these records, reference numbers etc, were verified against the copies available with the clients and no mistake or slip of memory (on Nebur’s part) was detected. His hidden talents were also recognized on many other occasions after this amazing incident.

John Jacob of Jerusalem, Israel was popularly known as a mobile computer. Over twenty thousands poems and names and addresses of about fifteen thousands persons around the world were known to him by heart. Once a friend decided to cross-examine Jacob’s memory… He jokingly asked the latter to narrate any poem, which begins with the word sounding like ‘Sa’. Interestingly, Jacob responded almost instantly and recited over 150 such poems in an hour’s time….; he stopped only after his friend gave up and requested him to do so. A courtier of King Bhoj of Medieval India had made place in history because he was able to recall and reproduce, without any error, any subject matter or verbal discussion in any language heard by him for 24 minutes or lesser duration at a single stretch of time.

Saint Chaitanya of Bengal was gifted with a supernatural grasping power; he used to remember everthing just by listening it once. An erudite scholar of his times once called him for a ϳstr³rtha8. This scholar recited a hundred line new ïloka created by himself during the period of this competition and asked the saint to reproduce a particular line and elaborate upon its meaning…. Surprisingly, Chaitanya not only responded satisfactorily but also narrated the entire ïloka as it is. The arrogant scholar was amazed and he became a disciple of this great saint.

Looking at the above examples, one might feel that supernatural memory is only God-gifted or inherited since birth. Nevertheless, human history is not short of examples where people have endeavored to sublimate their own memory by systematic control over mental concentration. Each one of us remembers certain events or matters of importance or of significant impact throughout the life while many other pieces or knowledge and information are easily wiped out of our conscious memory….

It is said that our interest and attention in the subject and the importance and influence of an event or assimilated knowledge plays a predominant role in registering of the associated matters into deeper domains of our memory which can be awaken by sincere practice. According to Karl Seschore, a noted psychologist, an average man uses only about 10% of his natural memory. Remaining 90% is left unused in a haphazard or dormant state. This is why one generally remains intellectually deprived or dull. If one is alert and systematically attempts to awaken and properly use the natural memory, the latter would be activated creatively and offer intellectual benefits of higher order.

Modern psychologists have deciphered three major causes of lack of memory: (i) lack of aspiration and pre-conditioning of mind to remember something; (ii) inattentiveness or lack of mental concentration; and (iii) lack of interest and enthusiasm in what is being read or heard….. If these causes were removed, the usual complaints of short memory or forgetfulness would be eliminated to a great extent in a natural way.

It is true that some people are born with supernatural memory as divine endowments but that does not mean that others are deprived of the opportunity of rousing the natural potentials of mind. It should be remembered that appropriate exercises and dietary control improve weak organs and bad physical health. Many a times, the children born as physically handicapped, are seen to overcome the disabilities through timely treatment and sincere attempts. Similar is true in case of mental weaknesses. Thus, one should not think that mental dullness or lack of memory is a permanent disability or weakness, which cannot be improved.

Professor Mannheim states that if the origin and outcomes of events are also noticed along with their visual pictures or imaginations, one would remember the associated details more easily and for a longer duration. Psychologists like John Irvin emphasize that greater interest should be cultivated in the subject matters which are required to be recalled in future…. One should be cautious towards the harms of negligence and forgetfulness. This keeps the mind alert. One should also realize the necessity and advantages of remembering certain things.

It is useful to take a mental note of when and how the related matters could be required and what could be achieved by acquisition of associated knowledge. This way, the mind is better conditioned and gets trained in registering relevant pieces of information and knowledge more efficiently. As substantial amount of thinking is applied in connection with above aspects of memory, the latter is less likely to be waned or depleted in general.

Some practical tips for systematizing and improving the memory include the following:

(i) Make an instant analysis of the events, matters, information etc, as and when the mind comesacross them, to evaluate their relevance and the necessity and importance of memorizing them. (ii) Classify which issues or aspects are to be remembered. (iii) Think of the selected pieces of information and knowledge more thoroughly with deep mental concentration. (iv) If the subject matter is very important but complicated and vast, make sure that the main points are understood and memorized by repeated mental recitation, thinking and contemplation; if needed, make written notes for greater impact on the memory.

Sincere practice of the above mentioned elementary techniques with interest and attention trains the mind at a faster rate and soon the latter learns to perform the above steps as a natural habit. The memory sharpens gradually and if one is motivated and determined, it rises up to the level of that reflected in eminent intelligence and exceptional talents.

The Magic Of Human Brain

Every component, even the tiny cells of human body are marvelous creations of nature. The human brain is superior to all the other organs because its function is not only confined to the physical activities of body, rather, it exists as the source and representative of the linkage between the individual and the cosmic consciousness. The apparent activities of the gross body as well as the latent potentials of a human being are governed by the conscious and unconscious mind. In view of its infinite capabilities and constant connection with the cosmic consciousness, the human brain (mind) can be regarded as powerful as the eternal linkage between the soul and the divine Supreme.

Decipheration of the immense complexity and infinite capabilities of human brain is as important and difficult field of science, as that of elucidation of the mysteries of nature. If even a fraction of the arcane functions of the brain and the latent potentials of mind are understood and used righteously, the associated accomplishments of the power of consciousness would prove to be better than colossal mountains of natural resources. The science of cetan (eternal consciousness) and spirituality is indeed the supreme science of the Brah®.

An average human normally uses a negligible fraction of the true potentials of his brain (mind). It is like only a small bowl of water from a gigantic ocean… If some of the unused power of consciousness existing in this unique source is awaken and activated creatively, the progress, prosperity and power of humans would advance uncountable steps ahead of the present marks of tremendous successes.

Frank Renée, a resident of Albania, USA possesses unique spiritual power. Although he knows only one language – English, he can fluently repeat a text spoken in front of him in any language. Interestingly, he can also reproduce this text in the same style and tuning in which it was spoken. He can even complete a half-spoken sentence without any pause; his super-sense automatically gets the right words that the speaker siting near him intends to speak. He speaks simultaneously with such a resemblance with the style and language of the other person that it appears as if the two voices are produced by the two tape recorders that are playing the same record….

Frank has also sung with professional singers in some television programs. His ability to synchronize his voice with the given composition is so perfect that the audience feels that he has undergone adept training in singing that particular song….. In one of the shows, he was to compete with a lady called Lolobrigida who knew many languages. She spoke fluently in several languages and different combinations of the same; surprisingly, Frank could mimic her with same speed and without any mistake. Lolo even uttered some artificial words, which did not belong to any language. Frank was prompt again in reciting the pronunciations as it is.

Manifestation of supernatural capabilities of human brain poses ever-new questions before the scientific community. Because, the associated extraordinary potentials are found to annul the established scientific rules as evidently as the stormy winds blow freely above the sky-scrappers. For instance, look at the following examples reported in Modern History.

Giyovani Gallenti of Italy used to read so easily in the darkness of nights – without any artificial source of light, as an ordinary man would do in bright sunlight. Mr. Gopikrishna, employed in the education department of Jammu, India used to teach in a primary school. Though he had not learnt any language other than Hindi, he once got a feeling as if he had a natural command over many languages… Soon his brain became a center of attraction for researchers when it was found that the supernormal awakening of his latent or inherited memory had overnight made him versatile in German, French, Greek, Arabian and Sanskrit. He could converse very well in these ‘unknown’ languages and even write sentimental poems in each.

James Christen of Scotland had learnt twelve prominent languages – including Arabic, Greek, Jewish and Flemish language – of the world by the time he entered the teenage. More astonishing was the super brain of Luis Kardek of France, who, at the age of four years was able to speak excellently in English, French, German and some other European languages… It is said that he was able to read the holy Bible when he was hardly an year old. At the early age of six years, he became a recognized scholar of Mathematics, History and Geography.

Blaise Pascal’s original research paper on sound had startled the scholars of France and the rest of the world. This eminent scientists-cum- philosopher had completed that paper when he was just twelve years old! John Philip Verotier had obtained a Ph.D. degree at the age of fourteen years. He had remarkable grasping power and was able to reproduce as it is, whatever he had ever heard or read….. Another super intelligent scientist of Trinity college was appointed as a Professor of Natural Sciences in the Mary Land college during his student life. His appointment was subject to the condition the he would obtain certain degrees of higher qualification within two years…; This genius completed the same before the scheduled time and continued further studies along with his teaching work.

Philip Heridhelm was studying in the secondary classes of the Rose Public School of England when the management had negotiated with him to make him take over the responsibilities of head mastership of the primary shift. He was only 16 years old at that time; still, he could transact all the responsibilities adeptly and also continued performing excellently in his higher studies. One British poetess had gained so much popularity at age of 18 that she was elected to the House of Commons by an overwhelming majority, against the law of lower age-limit for the membership of this house.

An American citizen named Paul Murphy had completed his post graduation along with a degree course of Law at the age of 19 years. There was no barrier of age for appearing in any exam those days. However, according to the constitution, he was awarded the degree of Law subject to the condition that he would not commence his practice as a lawyer until he becomes 21 years old.

The founder of Chicago University, Sir William Rene, was only 12 years old when he had completed the secondary education and entered the Ohio college. He laid the foundation of the reputed university of Chicago much before reaching the legally established age of maturity. The local public, influenced by his eminent personality, had given wholehearted support in the formation of this huge institution. Many other colleges also wanted him to join their faculty; as many as nine heads of the departments had vacated their posts for him.

Sixteen years old Don Francis was the youngest professor of History in the State University of Columbia. Because of his exceptional talents, twelve years old F. Augustie was appointed as the officer in-charge of the Royal library in Paris. He rose up to the level of the chairman of the governing body of all elite libraries before reaching official maturity age. His tremendous knowledge of books and adept management skills were unparalleled. Ms John Baptist Teiste, also of France, was selected to the membership of grand assembly when she was 13 years old. Only some extraordinarily eminent personalities used to receive this honor. This assembly was the highest administrative body in that country after the French revolution.

Victor D. Joy is remembered in history because of her superb memory. She remembered complete literary works of Voltaire by heart. It should be noted that this work is compiled in 36 volumes and consists of over three billion words. Joy was selected for the well- deserved membership of the French Academy when she was a 13 years old young girl. Another academician of similar genius was Von Pappenhem who became the Reader Count of Aldorff University in Germany at the age of 14 years. Later on he joined the defense services and worked at important, high ranked positions in the army.

Noted philosopher Jeramy Ventham had good command over Latin and Greek since the age of four years. German mathematician, Zacharius was able to orally perform arithmetical operations on large numbers. Mentally multiplying numbers as large as those up to 200 digits was an easy task for this human computer. A mechanic in a car garage of America gained popularity because he was able to recall the numbers of hundreds of cars ever repaired by him. Not only that, just by looking at the car for the second or higher times, he used to give all the details of its earlier repair operations.

A couple of decades ago, the prestigious Oxford University had made special arrangements for the studies of a four years old girl in the department of Mathematics. This girl, Babble Thompson, had exceptional hold over Arithmetical Operations, Trigonometry and Physics before going to any school. Special penal of educationists was appointed to decide the mode of higher level teaching for such a young child who had not even been exposed to the Kinder Garden.

The performance of eight years old Jeru Kolbern of Bermunt had startled many great mathematicians in the pre-calculators era. This boy, without undergoing a systematic training in Mathematics, was able to solve difficult problems without the help of pen and papers. Kolbern quickly solved many hard problems, which only a handful of mathematicians could solve in substantial amount of time. Remarkably, this little boy did not even know the elementary formulae that are taught in conventional schools of Mathematics.

An interesting incident of mathematical problem solving took place when expert mathematician Jedia Boxton had almost given up solving a difficult problem after trying hard on it for a long time. One fine day, he happened to meet John Martin Dess who was well known for his exceptional memory. Boxton discussed the above problem with Dess. The latter found a solution in a matter of few minutes. The extraordinary ease of Dess with the intricacies of Mathematics had made him renowned across the globle.

Of more recent times, Mrs. Shakuntala Devi of Banglore, India had been recognized as ‘Wizard of Arithmetic’ or ‘Mobile Computer’ because of her supernormal talents in number crunching. As late as in 1960s, during a television show in London, she was asked a problem which was designed by a group of learned mathematicians of Europe. Shakuntala Devi responded in less than a second that the question was wrong. The organizers of the BBC programme arranged for verification of her claims. Every one was amazed to note that the question was indeed wrong! In another challenging show, Shakuntala was to compete with a top-of-the-line computers of the 1970s at the New South Wales University, Sydney (Australia). The electronic computer – costing 20 thousands pounds that time was operated by the computer experts and mathematicians like R.G. Smart and Berry Thromton. Varieties of questions in Arithmetic, number theory, calendars and related topics of Mathematics were posed before the two contestants. Each time, Shankutala Devi used to give correct replies much before the computer. She never made any mistake with numbers. Her answers used to be correct up to a greater accuracy than the calculating devices of those days.

Supernatural talents of human mind have also made recognized place in the fields of art, literature and culture. Ravi Kiran’s case is the latest evidence in this regard. The Madras music academy had recently announced a special scholarship for this two-and-a-half years old kid in recognition of his exceptional talents in Indian classical music. This little boy had mastery over many musical instruments. He also used to point out the mistakes, if any, in the performance of others – including experienced musicians.

Sir John Fielding was a highly respected judge of England. Though he was blind, his ears were so sensitive that he was able to recognize the voices of thousands of criminals and clients whose cases were ever heard in his courts. He could even recall the names of the concerned persons and references of their cases. L’Cruze also had extraordinary memory. In one of his demonstrative shows, he heared twelve poems, of twelve different languages, which were foreign to him. Almost instantly, he had repeated all these without mistaking a single word!

The immense power of human mind has been the focus of research of many scientists. A psychological investigations committee has published a review of some recent results in a volume entitled ‘The Human Personality and Its Survival of Bodily Death’. This book has also cited examples of child ‘prodigies’ who were more knowledgeable and talented than the expert-performers in the diverse fields of Arithmetic, Geormetry, Music, Fine Arts etc. Revered Shankaracharya had taken his mentor by surprise because of his scholarly knowledge at very young age.

If a child has extraordinary talents or in-depth knowledge of different subjects at the age of 5 to 6 years, without undergoing any schooling or having an exposure to any book or training, it strongly indicates that the knowledge and talents inherited from the previous births of this soul have aroused in its present life. The live examples of this kind evince the independent and eternal existence of the soul and the intimate linkage of mind with its conscious manifestations.

The example of Henris Hennanken makes significant addition in the above series. This boy was born in Germany about 200 years ago. He was able to state thousands of proverbs and idioms in Latin at the age of three years. Simple operations of Arithmetic were easy games for him. At this pre-schooling age, this child had also shown keen interest in learning French and Geography. Wiener, the author of ‘Cybernetics’ used to discuss and solve problems of science along with 18 – 20 year old students when he was less than one-third of the latter’s age….

Celebrity writer of German language, Goethe, had begun excellent poesy since the age of nine years. Vieron Scott and Darwin – the founders of modern theory of evolution, were also endowed with such supernormal talents. Fifteen years old Blaise Pascal had got his first scientific paper published in a reputed journal; he had proved over hundred theorems and propositions there. Heimann Kein of (east) Germany was, for quite some time, a center of attraction of the researchers in Psychology and human-brain. This three years old boy was able to not only read but also thoroughly analyze higher level literature in German.

American physicist, Dr. Stevenson, has compiled reports on about 600 such incidents where the descriptions of previous births narrated by some people – especially children of age below 14 years, were found to be correct. About 170 of these authentic examples belong to India alone.

Similar to the examples of child prodigies, the demonstration of remarkable talents in people during the last phase of life indeed proves the magical potentials of human mind beyond the barriers of age and time. George Bernard Shaw used to write so much at the age of 93 which was significantly more than what he could at a younger age of 40 years. Goswami Tulsidas had commenced writing the great scripture ‘Ram Charit Manas’ when he had crossed 50 years. So wonderful was his poetic insight and mental concentration at this age that he could complete this – most glorious literary work in the history of mankind – in a short span of two years.

Greek writer Sophonie authored his celebrity play, “Ordipice” when he was in his ninteties. Interestingly, most of his creations which were honored in the world of literature and art took shape when he had traversed 80 precious years of life. Sagacious English poet, John Milton had become totally blind when he was 44. After this tragedy, he had devoted his mind to the service of literature and produced the noble volume of his verse in ‘Paradise Lost’. His other popular book ‘Paradise Regained’ was published when he had celebrated his 62nd birthday. Goethe, the renowned scholar of German language, had contributed his excellent literary work entitled ‘Fost’ in the eighth decade of his life. John Devy of America had developed scholarly interest in philosophy in his late sixties. So vast and deep was his study and philosophical insight that at the age of 93, he was considered as most eminent of the erudite experts in this intellectual discipline.

Augustan Thearie was a reputed historian of France. He had completely lost his eyesight in very young age. Adding to his cursed fortunes, he also suffered an attack of paralysis later and became partially handicapped. Despite his physical disabilities, he continued working on his favorite subject. He wrote over twenty scholarly volumes on History. Because of his inability in writing after paralysis, he used to dictate the contents of the book orally. These used to be scripted by his assistants.

Above examples and other references of exceptional talents and zeal of some people reflect the infinite capabilities of human mind. This potential exists in everybody at every age. What is required is sincere attempts to charge it up by mental refinement and concentration. Sometimes the inherent samsk³ras support natural awakening of talents in some people.

The principle of ‘Deserving from Firm Endeavors’ applies to every field of life. Industriousness and creativity always bring good results. Different activities of the gross world continue in view of the fact that sincere attempts and hard work returns due success. The same works in the case of spiritual s³dhan³s too. If these are based on genuine principles of spirituality and are adeptly performed, multiple benefits of their completion are certain to occur. Fructization of the s³dhan³s pertaining to the refinement of the subtle power of the Manomaya Koïa (mind cell) results in sublimation of the mental strength, hidden talents and intellectual potentials. Firm determination and sound concentration of mind are fundamental to the above s³dhan³s. Cultivation and refinement of these qualities is the key to rousing the latent powers of mind and thereby accomplishing supernormal talents.

Manifestation Of Divine Powers In Human Intellect

Parson of Greece was renowned for his extra-ordinary command over Milton’s poesy. He had crammed this verse by heart and was able to recite them from the first to the last page without forgetting a single word. Not only that, he could do so in reverse order too. He recited every poem from last page to the first with equal perfection..

Similar wizard of memory was Gambetta who was able to recite complete works of Ruth, Ossiyan and Victor Hugo in forward as well as backward order… People used to comment that there seems to be an electromagnetic tape fixed in Gambetta’s brain, which can record each and every work ever heard or read by him attentively and reproduce the same –– like a tape-recorder.

Mr. Joseph Burnheart Duncan had nine secretaries for different languages when he was the director of national library of Munich. He had such a control of mind and command over several languages, that he used to dictate official letters and other deliberations in nine different languages to all his secretaries simultaneously. He had also memorized the Bible by heart and was able to reproduce the corresponding sections completely whenever asked from any page of this Holy Scripture. Recalling the location of the million billions books in the library was so easy for him as if the catalogue was kept open before his eyes… It was said that his brain (intelligence) would ‘weigh’ more than any amount of linguistic knowledge and stock of information existing on the earth.

Karl Wilhelm Von Humbolt, a popular and eminent poet of Germany was born in 1767. He got married to Caroline Von Decroden at the age of 38. Caroline was extremely beautiful and virtuous lady. Humbolt used to write a new poem of hundred lines for her every day since they tied the nuptial knot. This sequence continued for forty-four years till he survived. The last six years of his life were spent as a widower. He used to write about hundred lines of poems every day while sitting near the grave of his beloved wife after her death. This way he wrote 1606000 lines of a verse – not a single one of which was repeated. If this compilation is published in a thesis shaped book, the book will be around 25 feet in thickness containing about 44116 printed pages!

It was before the French revolution when an innocent was proved as guilty in a marshal court. Renowned attorney Louis Bernard came forward to defend his case as per the request of some well-wishers. Although the court had ordered death sentence to the accused, Bernard appealed a stay for five days on the grounds that the King, the ultimate authority was out of town…. However the court showed inability in staying the hearing any more…. Then Bernard began his defensive arguments and continued them for 5 days and 5 nights presenting almost the entire knowledge on law and justice framed anywhere in the world. His rigorous deliberations would have continued even longer, had the King not arrived by then…! The latter too heard the case and granted merci pardon to Bernard’s client on the basis of his excellent defense.

It is said that when Swami Ramtirth was going to America, two British men travelling in the same ship fought with each other one day. Swamiji was also siting nearby that time. The dispute led to a court case where Swamiji was also asked to speak as an eyewitness. He said –– “I do not know who is guilty but I can narrate the entire discussion and heated exchange of words between the two fellows”. He indeed did that in the same language in which the duo had quarreled and thus helped fair justice take place.

Francisco Maria Grapaldo was born in Parama (Italy) in 1464. His peculiarity was that he used to write his poems with both the hands simultaneously – in two adjacent pages of a notebook. People used to consider that he had two brains. As brain research has proved it now, human brain indeed has two parts, both of which can function independently. However, it is not clear how the two function in case of the above kinds of extraordinary intellectual talents and supernatural memory.

Whether the intellectual abilities are developed only through dedicated learning, sound reasoning, training and endeavors to awaken specific talents, or because of some exceptional potentials of human mind pertaining to some elements of spirituality? Before proceeding further to search an answer, one might look at the following examples, which have glorified human history.

Duncan Macentire, born in 1724 in Scotland, happens to be as majestic a poet as Surdas and Tulasidas of India. This great poet too, like the latter, was unable to read or write. Nevertheless, his poesy has secured a highly honorable, unparalleled position in Scottish literature. Homer and Socrates were great saints, literary scholars and philosophers. They too had never undergone any formal education. Saint Kabir of India is another orgulous poet whose verse is an integral part of master level teaching and doctoral works in Hindi literature although, he was himself an illiterate. He used to think and write in his own mind and utter his feelings through the language of his heart as songs in the dialect spoken in his village.

These and a variety of other living examples indicate that scholarly talents and intellect need not depend upon the mode of education and amount of acquired knowledge. It is an intrinsic property of mind that can emerge from spiritual refinement of the inner self.

Ancient Indian philosophy of yoga –– Yoga Darïan mentions that practices of spiritual s³dhan³s under the disciplines of Brahmcarya (chastity) and other ascetic methods of self-restrain help sublime transformation of the intellect and activate its subtle layers of prudence, acumen and intuition. Success of these s³dhan³s can bestow many kinds of supernatural talents and even endow one with the potentials of reading others’ mind and clairvoyance of distant past and future beyond any barriers of time and space… The supreme level of pure, sagacious and righteous intellect is termed as —ata®bhar³ pragy³ in the Indian scriptures. It is prayed from the Almighty as –

Sannimedh³ May³siÌa Sw³h³

Medh³® Me Var¿ño Dad³tu Medh³magni¡ Praj³pati¡

– Yajurveda 32 | 13, 15

Meaning: May God inspire pure intellect in us. Oh God Var¿ña! kindly offer us enlightened wisdom.

The scriptures convey that endowment of divine qualities in mind awakens —ata®bhar³ pragy³. It is only the latter which can attain the eternal glow of Brah®. Particles of coal when kept in fire begin to glow bright and red. Similarly, human intellect, if linked with the cosmic consciousness, illuminates with divine light and culminates up to the omniscient level. Inner emotions, afflatus and pure knowledge are the elements of spirituality. They emerge through inculcation of divine virtues. Willpower and self-restrain may be enhanced without absolute devotion to thee but the evolution of intellect cannot. Today we see significant increase in people’s knowledge but this would remain incomplete without the rise of prudence (pragy³). This is the reason why in spite of having high quality education, most people are seen dismayed and moving in a dissatisfied state in a world of internal darkness and ignorance.

Neuroscientific and psychological research in modern laboratories has so far revealed that the million billions neurons in the brain serve for the storage and retrieval of every kind of knowledge and information received by the sense organs including the conscious mind. The nuclei of these tiny processors hold the key to activate their functions. What triggers inherent memory and emotions is not yet known. Perhaps it is the extra-sensory role of divine consciousness (subtly existing in the soul) which generates and manifests the conscious activities of the neutron mass present in the nuclei of brain elements. Let us hope, further advancement of neurosciences would soon show us some light in this direction.

Brilliance Beyond The Barriers Of Maturity-Age

The hypotheses and theories of gene-driven inheritance in successive generations seem to work well at the level of the gross body. However, the variations and characteristics of emotions and intellect are too many, too subtle and too complicated to be explained under the current models of genetics. Very often the offspring are born with such mental tendencies and specialty of nature that it appears more logical to consider that these features of personality are unique properties of the individual souls and these are shaped according to the accumulated samsk³ras of their past and present lives. Ample examples of exceptionally bright children of most ordinary or even dull parents are available in the history of the world. Many of these children had even manifested supernormal faculties of mind at an early age.

When we look at the lives of people who without undergoing any special training or treatment, were found to be exceptionally talented, we do not find any apparent reason and consider it to be some special feature of their brains. Extraordinary mental concentration and perseverance of specific hobby sometimes awakens the latent intellectual potentials of some children…. The sagacious talents of such children indeed demonstrate that there is no minimum age to be reached for the evolution and expression of intellect.

Thomas Edmond Clint of Kerala passed away on 15 April 1983 at an early age of 7 years. However, in this utterly short span of life he had created about 20,000 sketches of Fine Arts which even a matured artists would not be able to produce in his long enough life. Clind was the only son of M. T. Joseph, an officer in the state bank of Travancore. Thomas’s parents are religious minded kind people. Though they never had any inclination for Fine Arts, they used to feel proud of their born-talented son.

When they had observed one year old Clint making some scratches on the walls with the help of wood or coal, they thought it to be a child’s play; they even tried preventing him from spoiling the walls this way. However, soon it became clear that his scratches were not ordinary. His mind was totally engrossed in making some artistic sketches whenever and wherever possible. Around the age of 3 years this boy was admitted to a local hospital because of some kidney problem. There too he continued his practice of fine-arts as and when possible and used to surprise the staff and visitors by his marvelous talent.

Once his hand got hurt; he beard the pains but did not stop his favorite creativity…. Though he could pass only K.G., he received many gold medals and awards in recognition of his exceptional artistic talent. Moments before his death, Clint told his mother that he is going into deep sleep so nobody should try waking him up…. The UNICEF has preserved the greeting cards and calendars designed by this little master along with many of his other sketches and paintings to serve as a source of inspiration for the children all over the world.

Devangan Dutt was born in Calcutta in 1973. By the time he was nine years old, this boy had attained extraordinary talent in vocal music. He received the ‘best singer’ award in a coveted competition in 1983. He had begun singing in proper classical tunes at the age of 3 years. His excellent performances with Ravindra Sangeeta and devotional songs of Nuzural had attracted many music lovers and he was invited in many state and national level cultural functions since his childhood. His superb talents were rightly recognized in the diamond jubilee ceremony of the All India Music Society in New Delhi, where he was honored with the title of ‘Barnet Singer’. Interestingly, this little boy had shown distinguished performances in the field of sports too….

Mr. Barawadekar, an Indian engineer from Hyderabad was posted in Wachtel corporation, Houston (USA), a few years ago. His four years old son, Rohan, was just a student of pre Kindergarten when people noticed his extraordinary command over English language. He used to make use of such selected vocabulary in his oral and written expressions which even the children double his age would never be able to think of. He had secured national championship in Houston’s word-competition. His teachers and acquaintances used to be very surprised, as this boy was able to spell a word correctly even if he was hearing it for the first time. His memory too was quite remarkable. At that little age, he could narrate, word-by-word, everything from the books or newspaper just after one reading!

The history of India has witnessed, age after age, the emergence of great personalities who were also endowed with supernatural intellectual boons. Maharshi Arvind happens to be one of those sagacious glories. He had started creating high quality English verse in his childhood and gained literary expertise in many other foreign languages before crossing the teenage. Rabindra Nath Tagore had translated the popular Shakespearean play in Bangla when he was only 14 years old! Indian nightingale Sarojini Naidu had received significant recognition for her hundred-line poem in English which she had presented in her melodious voice at an early age of 13 years. Renowned play writer and actor Harindra Nath Chattopadhyay’s first play ‘Abu Hasan’ was scripted when he too had just entered the 14th year of his life.

Seven years old Satwalekar had mastered over Sanskrit language. This had led him to become an eminent scholar, an authority on Sanskrit literature at later age. Vivekanand had excellently expanded his mentor’s mission during his teenage. By the age of 30 he had re-established the glory of Indian culture around the globe through his historic oration in the Chicago conference on world religion. What this great sagacious disciple of Rama Krishna had accomplished in his small life of 39 years that may not be achieved by hundreds of talented intellectuals collectively.

Appearances of child prodigies in the western countries have also attracted the scientific community from time to time. Martin J. Spelding, a student of Saint Mary College in Baltimore, had become a professor of Mathematics at the age of 14. He had two more years to formally complete graduate schooling at that time. But, degree had no meaning before his matured skill and insight in the subject. Later on, he also became the Bishop of Baltimore. Ten years old British boy Baron Gustaf used to speak as many as nine European languages with good command. It is a testimony to his supernormal intellect that he was appointed as a judge in the supreme court of Sweden when he was still a teenager – 19 years old.

Davis Leffrets was the youngest (only 16 years old!) professor of Latin and Greek in the University of Paris. In the same age group, Andrew Muller of Germany too had gained literary command over all European languages and started contributing in the world of poetry. More remarkable was the case of George Drawiski, who had mastered over Geek and Hebrew languages when he was only a five years old child. He was conferred the honour of the principal priest of England at the age of 17 years.

Karlsuit of Germany has also made world record in demonstrating intellectual vigor in the childhood. He had passed his middle schools and taken admission in the Lipstzig University when he was 9 years old. By the time he touched 14, he had completed a post graduation along with a doctoral thesis. In view of his exceptional brilliance, he was allowed to register for the higher degree of LLD and he passed this too with glorious performance in the next two years. Soon after, he was appointed as a professor in the prestigious Berlin University.

The above examples pertain to supernormal intellectual attainments in the academic fields. Such astonishing potentials are also seen in the other walks of life. These include extraordinary capabilities of firm governance, decision making and management with matured wisdom and foresightedness along with intrepid courage and vigor at a very young age. The following are some of the notable examples of above kind, which are popular in modern history.

Count Tende had taken over as the Commander-in-Chief of the French army and also as the head of the government when he had just entered the teenage. Another warrior, Col. Marquis had joined the French army when he was 8 years old. He served the army for 52 years at various positions until his death as the Field Marshal. Chhatrapati Shivaji had conquered the fort of Toran in Maharashtra (India) when he was only 19 years old. Within next two years he had won over many arduous battles including that for the Purandar fort. King Ranjit Singh of Punjab (India) had also captured theKingdom of Lahore at the young age of 19.

Louis XIV was enthroned as the emperor of France when he was a 4 years old child. The Prime Minister Majira used to look after the state on his behalf. By the time Louis celebrated his 22nd birthday he had already taken direct charge of the entire nation in his own hands. He ruled over France for the longest period in the history of Europe. Peter the great of Russia occupied the throne at the age of 17 years. His attempts towards uplifting of his backward country are recognized as most significant as compared to that of any other King or Czar in the history of Russia. That is why, even today, he is cited as Peter – The Great.

The little corporal Napolean Bonapart had secured the highest rank – ‘The General’ of the French army when was 24 years old. Within next three years he had enslaved the army of Italy too, although, this duration was a battle period of hardship for him in which he was also oppressed and sent to the jail because of the scandalous activities of his opponents. His terrific rise from a state of total ruin in a short span of three years still exits as the rarest example of self-confidence and intrepidity in the history of mankind.

Rani Lakshmibai – the immortal glory of great women warriors of India had to bear the responsibility of the state of Jhansi upon her young shoulders in a critical period of challenging threats from the mighty British. However, this eighteen years old lady had not only governed the people efficiently but also fought with the internal conspiracies and responded the animosity of the invaders with unique dignity. She made the British have the bitter taste of defeat in several historical battles.

The chapters of history dedicated to the memory of the above kinds of great