1. 1 Hindus believe in the divinity of the Vedas,the world’s most ancient scripture, and venerate the Agamasas equally revealed. These primordial hymns are God’s word and the bedrock of Sanatana Dharma, the eternal religion which has neither beginning nor end.
   2 Hindus believe in a one, all-pervasive Supreme Being who is both immanent and transcendent, both Creator and Unmanifest Reality.
   
   3 Hindus believe that the universe undergoes endless cycles of creation, preservation and dissolution.
   
   4 Hindus believe in karma,the law of cause and effect by which each individual creates his own destiny by his thoughts, words and deeds.
   
   5 Hindus believe that the soul reincarnates, evolving through many births until all karmas have been resolved, and moksha, spiritual knowledge and liberation from the cycle of rebirth, is attained. Not a single soul will be eternally deprived of this destiny.
   
   6 Hindus believe that divine beings exist in unseen worlds and that temple worship, rituals, sacraments as well as personal devotionals create a communion with these devas and Gods.
   
   7 Hindus believe that a spiritually awakened master, or satguru, is essential to know the Transcendent Absolute, as are personal discipline, good conduct, purification, pilgrimage, self-inquiry and meditation.
   
   8 Hindus believe that all life is sacred, to be loved and revered, and therefore practice ahimsa,“non injury.”
   
   9 Hindus believe that no particular religion teaches the only way to salvation above all others, but that all genuine religious paths are facets of God’s Pure Love and Light, deserving tolerance and understanding.

1. Q 1. Why does Hinduism have so many Gods?
   
   Hindus all believe in one Supreme God who created the universe. He is all-pervasive. He created many Gods, highly advanced spiritual beings, to be His helpers. 
   
   Q2. Do Hindus believe in reincarnation?
   
   Yes, we believe the soul is immortal and takes birth time and time again. Through this process, we have experiences, learn lessons and evolve spiritually. Finally we graduate from physical birth.
   
   Q3. What is karma?
   
   Karma is the universal principle of cause and effect. Our actions, both good and bad, come back to us in the future, helping us to learn from life’s lessons and become better people.
   
   Q4. Why do Hindus worship the cow?
   
   Hindus don’t worship cows. We respect, honor and adore the cow. By honoring this gentle animal, who gives more than she takes, we honor all creatures.
   
   Q 5. Are Hindus idol worshipers?
   
   Hindus do not worship a stone or metal “idol” as God. We worship God through the image. We invoke the presence of  God from the higher, unseen worlds, into the image so that we can commune with Him and receive His blessings.  
   
   Q6. Are Hindus forbidden to eat meat?
   
   Hindus teach vegetarianism as a way to live with a minimum of hurt to other beings. But in today’s world not all Hindus are vegetarians.
   
   Q7. Do Hindus have a Bible?
   
   Our “Bible” is called the Veda. The Veda, which means “wisdom,” is comprised of four ancient and holy scriptures which all Hindus revere as the revealed word of God.
   
   Q8. Why do many Hindus wear a dot near the middle of their forehead?
   
   The dot worn on the forehead is a religious symbol. It represents divine sight and shows that one is a Hindu. For women, it is also a beauty mark.
   
   Q9. Are the Gods of Hinduism really married?
   
   It is true that God is often depicted with a spouse in our traditional stories. However, on a deeper, philosophical level, the Supreme Being and the Gods are neither male nor female and are therefore not married.
   
   Q10. What about caste and untouchability?
   
   Caste is the hereditary division of Indian society based on occupation. The lowest class, deemed untouchables, suffer from discrimination and mistreatment. It is illegal in India to discriminate against, abuse or insult anyone on the basis of caste.

1. हिन्‍दुत्‍व अथवा हिन्‍दू धर्म
   
   हिन्दुत्व को प्राचीन काल में सनातन धर्म कहा जाता था। हिन्दुओं के धर्म के मूल तत्त्व सत्य, अहिंसा, दया, क्षमा, दान आदि हैं  जिनका शाश्वत महत्त्व है। अन्य प्रमुख धर्मों के उदय के पूर्व इन सिद्धान्तों को प्रतिपादित कर दिया गया था। इस प्रकार हिन्दुत्व सनातन धर्म के रूप में सभी धर्मों का मूलाधार है क्योंकि सभी धर्म-सिद्धान्तों के सार्वभौम आध्यात्मिक सत्य के विभिन्न पहलुओं का इसमें पहले से ही समावेश कर लिया गया था। मान्य ज्ञान जिसे विज्ञान कहा जाता है प्रत्येक वस्तु या विचार का गहन मूल्यांकन कर रहा है और इस प्रक्रिया में अनेक विश्वास, मत, आस्था और सिद्धान्त धराशायी हो रहे हैं। वैज्ञानिक दृष्टिकोण के आघातों से हिन्दुत्व को भयभीत होने की आवश्यकता नहीं है क्योंकि इसके मौलिक सिद्धान्तों का तार्किक आधार तथा शाश्वत प्रभाव है।
   
   आर्य समाज जैसे कुछ संगठनों ने हिन्दुत्व को आर्य धर्म कहा है और वे चाहते हैं कि हिन्दुओं को आर्य कहा जाय। वस्तुत: 'आर्य' शब्द किसी प्रजाति का द्योतक नहीं है। इसका अर्थ केवल श्रेष्ठ है और बौद्ध धर्म के चार आर्य सत्य की व्याख्या करते समय भी यही अर्थ ग्रहण किया गया है। इस प्रकार आर्य धर्म का अर्थ उदात्त अथवा श्रेष्ठ समाज का धर्म ही होता है। प्राचीन भारत को आर्यावर्त भी कहा जाता था जिसका तात्पर्य श्रेष्ठ जनों के निवास की भूमि था। वस्तुत: प्राचीन संस्कृत और पालि ग्रन्थों में हिन्दू  नाम कहीं भी नहीं मिलता। यह माना जाता है कि परस्य (ईरान) देश के निवासी 'सिन्धु' नदी को 'हिन्दु' कहते थे क्योंकि वे 'स' का उच्चारण 'ह' करते थे। धीरे-धीरे वे सिन्धु पार के निवासियों को हिन्दू कहने लगे। भारत से बाहर 'हिन्दू' शब्द का उल्लेख 'अवेस्ता' में मिलता है। विनोबा जी के अनुसार हिन्दू का मुख्य लक्षण उसकी अहिंसा-प्रियता है
   
   हिंसया दूयते चित्तं तेन हिन्दुरितीरित:
   
   एक अन्य श्लोक में कहा गया है
   
   ॐकार मूलमंत्राढ्य: पुनर्जन्म दृढ़ाशय:
   गोभक्तो भारतगुरु: हिन्दुर्हिंसनदूषक:।
   
   ॐकार जिसका मूलमंत्र है, पुनर्जन्म में जिसकी दृढ़ आस्था है, भारत ने जिसका प्रवर्तन किया है, तथा हिंसा की जो निन्दा करता है, वह हिन्दू है।
   
   चीनी यात्री हुएनसाग् के समय में हिन्दू शब्द प्रचलित था। यह माना जा सकता है कि हिन्दू' शब्द इन्दु' जो चन्द्रमा का पर्यायवाची है से बना है। चीन में भी इन्दु' को इन्तु' कहा जाता है। भारतीय ज्योतिष में चन्द्रमा को बहुत महत्त्व देते हैं। राशि का निर्धारण चन्द्रमा के आधार पर ही होता है। चन्द्रमास के आधार पर तिथियों और पर्वों की गणना होती है। अत:  चीन के लोग भारतीयों को 'इन्तु' या 'हिन्दु' कहने लगे। मुस्लिम आक्रमण के पूर्व ही 'हिन्दू' शब्द के प्रचलित होने से यह स्पष्ट है कि यह नाम मुसलमानों की देन नहीं है।
   
   भारत भूमि में अनेक ऋषि, सन्त और द्रष्टा उत्पन्न हुए हैं। उनके द्वारा प्रकट किये गये विचार जीवन के सभी पहलुओं पर प्रकाश डालते हैं। कभी उनके विचार एक दूसरे के पूरक होते हैं और कभी परस्पर विरोधी। हिन्दुत्व एक उद्विकासी व्यवस्था है जिसमें अभिव्यक्ति की स्वतन्त्रता रही है। इसे समझने के लिए हम किसी एक ऋषि या द्रष्टा अथवा किसी एक पुस्तक पर निर्भर नहीं रह सकते। यहाँ विचारों, दृष्टिकोणों और मार्गों में विविधता है किन्तु नदियों की गति की तरह इनमें निरन्तरता है तथा समुद्र में मिलने की उत्कण्ठा की तरह आनन्द और मोक्ष का परम लक्ष्य है।
   
   हिन्दुत्व एक जीवन पद्धति अथवा जीवन दर्शन है जो धर्म, अर्थ, काम, मोक्ष को परम लक्ष्य मानकर व्यक्ति या समाज को नैतिक, भौतिक, मानसिक एवं आध्यात्मिक उन्नति के अवसर प्रदान करता है। हिन्दू समाज किसी एक भगवान की पूजा नहीं करता, किसी एक मत का अनुयायी नहीं हैं, किसी एक व्यक्ति द्वारा प्रतिपादित या किसी एक पुस्तक में संकलित विचारों या मान्यताओं से बँधा हुआ नहीं है। वह किसी एक दार्शनिक विचारधारा को नहीं मानता, किसी एक प्रकार की मजहबी पूजा पद्धति या रीति-रिवाज को नहीं मानता। वह किसी मजहब या सम्प्रदाय की परम्पराओं की संतुष्टि नहीं करता है। आज हम जिस संस्कृति को हिन्दू संस्कृति के रूप में जानते हैं और जिसे भारतीय या भारतीय मूल के लोग सनातन धर्म या शाश्वत नियम कहते हैं वह उस मजहब से बड़ा सिद्धान्त है जिसे पश्चिम के लोग समझते हैं । कोई किसी भगवान में विश्वास करे या किसी ईश्वर में विश्वास नहीं करे फिर भी वह हिन्दू है। यह एक जीवन पद्धति है; यह मस्तिष्क की एक दशा है। हिन्दुत्व एक दर्शन है जो मनुष्य की भौतिक आवश्यकताओं के अतिरिक्त उसकी मानसिक, बौद्धिक एवं आध्यात्मिक आवश्यकता की भी पूर्ति करता है।

क्यों, कैसे और कब करें प्रार्थना...
प्रार्थना से मिलती है मन-तन को शांति

1. नवधा  भक्ति में से एक है प्रार्थना। प्रार्थना को उपासना, आराधना, वंदना,  अर्चना भी कह सकते हैं। इसमें निराकार ईश्वर या देवताओं के प्रति कृतज्ञता  और समर्पण का भाव व्यक्त किया जाता है।
   इसमें भजन या कीर्तन नहीं किया  जाता। इसमें पूजा या आरती भी नहीं की जाती। प्रार्थना का असर बहुत जल्द  होता है। समूह में की गई प्रार्थना तो और शीघ्र फलित होती है।
   सभी तरह  की आराधना में श्रेष्ठ है प्रार्थना। वे‍दों की ऋचाएं प्रकृति और ईश्वर के  प्रति गहरी प्रार्थनाएं ही तो हैं। ऋषि जानते थे प्रार्थना का रहस्य।
   प्रार्थना का प्रचलन सभी धर्मों में है, लेकिन प्रार्थना करने के तरीके अलग-अलग हैं। तरीके कैसे भी हों जरूरी है प्रार्थना करना।
   प्रार्थना  योग भी अपने आप में एक अलग ही योग है, लेकिन कुछ लोग इसे योग के तप और  ईश्वर प्राणिधान का हिस्सा मानते हैं। प्रार्थना को मानसिक और शारीरिक  स्वास्थ्य प्राप्त करने की एक क्रिया भी माना जाता है।
   प्रार्थना का प्रचलन सभी धर्मों में है, लेकिन प्रार्थना करने के तरीके अलग-अलग हैं। तरीके कैसे भी हों जरूरी है प्रार्थना करना।
   प्रार्थना  योग भी अपने आप में एक अलग ही योग है, लेकिन कुछ लोग इसे योग के तप और  ईश्वर प्राणिधान का हिस्सा मानते हैं। प्रार्थना को मानसिक और शारीरिक  स्वास्थ्य प्राप्त करने की एक क्रिया भी माना जाता है।
   प्रार्थना का प्रचलन सभी धर्मों में है, लेकिन प्रार्थना करने के तरीके अलग-अलग हैं। तरीके कैसे भी हों जरूरी है प्रार्थना करना।
   प्रार्थना  योग भी अपने आप में एक अलग ही योग है, लेकिन कुछ लोग इसे योग के तप और  ईश्वर प्राणिधान का हिस्सा मानते हैं। प्रार्थना को मानसिक और शारीरिक  स्वास्थ्य प्राप्त करने की एक क्रिया भी माना जाता है

1. Traditions in Hinduism were considered mainly as superstitions, but with the advent of science, it is becoming evident that these traditions are based on some scientific knowledge and  moved from generations to generations as traditions. Though the common people did not know science in it, they were following it very faithfully over the years. This blog is an attempt to bring forward the science involved in these traditions and rituals...
   1.
   Throwing coins into a river
   The general reasoning given for this act is that it brings Good Luck. However, scientifically speaking, in the ancient times, most of the
   currency used was made of copper unlike the stainless steel coins of today. Copper is a vital metal very useful to the human body. Throwing coins in the river was one way our fore-fathers ensured we intake sufficient copper as part of the water as rivers were the only source of drinking water. Making it a custom ensured that all of us follow the practice.
   2.
   Joining both palms together to greet
   In Hindu culture, people greet each other by joining their palms - termed as “Namaskar.” The general reason behind this tradition is that
   greeting by joining both the palms means respect. However, scientifically speaking, joining both hands ensures joining the tips of all the fingers together; which are denoted to the pressure points of eyes, ears, and mind. Pressing them together is said to activate the pressure points which helps us remember that person for a long time. And, no germs since we don’t make any physical contact!
   3.
   Why do Indian women wear toe rings?
   Wearing toe rings is not just the significance of married women but there is science behind it. Normally toe rings are worn on the second
   toe. A particular nerve from the second toe connects the uterus and passes to heart. Wearing toe ring on this finger strengthens the uterus. It will keep it healthy by regulating the blood flow to it and menstrual cycle will be regularized. As Silver is a good conductor, it also absorbs polar energies from the earth and passes it to the body.
   4.
   Applying Tilak on the forehead
   On the forehead, between the two eyebrows, is a spot that is considered as a major nerve point in human body since ancient times. The Tilak is believed to prevent the loss of "energy", the red 'kumkum' between the eyebrows is said to retain energy in the human body and control the various levels of concentration. While applying kumkum the points on the mid-brow region and Adnya-chakra are automatically pressed. This also facilitates the blood supply to the face muscles.
   5.
   Why do temples have bells?
   People who are visiting the temple should and will Ring the bell before entering the inner sanctum (Garbhagudi or Garbha Gruha or
   womb-chamber) where the main idol is placed. According to Agama Sastra, the bell is used to give sound for keeping evil forces away and the ring of the bell is pleasant to God. However, the scientific reason behind bells is that their ring clears our mind and helps us stay sharp and keep our full concentration on devotional purpose. These bells are made in such a way that when they produce a sound it creates a unity in the Left and Right parts of our brains. The moment we ring the bell, it produces a sharp and enduring sound which lasts for minimum of 7 seconds in echo mode. The duration of echo is good enough to activate all the seven healing centres in our body. This results in emptying our brain from all negative thoughts.
   6.
   Why do we have Navratras?
   Our living style has drastically changed if we compare it to the society hundreds & thousands of years ago. The traditions which we
   follow in present are not establishments of today but of the past. Ever thought, why do we have Navratras twice a year unlike other festivals like Deepawali or Holi? Well, both these months are the months of changing seasons and the eating habits of both the seasons are quite different from each other. Navratras give enough time to the body to adjust and prepare itself for to the changing season. These nine days were marked as a period when people would clean their body system by keeping fasts by avoiding excessive salt and sugar, meditate, gain a lot of positive energy, gain a lot of self confidence & increase the self determination power (fasts are a medium to improve our will power and self determination) and finally get ready for the challenges of the changed season.
   7.
   Why do we worship ‘Tulsi’ plant?
   Hindu religion has bestowed ‘Tulsi’, with the status of mother. Also known as ‘Sacred or Holy Basil’, Tulsi, has been recognized as a
   religious and spiritual devout in many parts of the world. The vedic sages knew the benefits of Tulsi and that is why they personified it as a Goddess and gave a clear message to the entire community that it needs to be taken care of by the people, literate or illiterate. We try to protect it because it is like Sanjeevani for the mankind. Tulsi has great medicinal properties. It is a remarkable antibiotic. Taking Tulsi everyday in tea or otherwise increases immunity and help the drinker prevent diseases, stabilize his or her health condition, balance his or her body system and most important of all, prolong his or her life. Keeping Tulsi plant at home prevents insects and mosquitoes from entering the house. It is said that snakes do not dare to go near a Tulsi plant. Maybe that is why ancient people would grow lots of Tulsi near their houses.
   8.
   Why do we worship 'Peepal Tree'!
   ‘Peepal’ tree is almost useless for an ordinary person, except for its shadow. ‘Peepal’ does not a have a delicious fruit, its wood is not strong enough for any purpose then why should a common villager or person worship it or even care for it? Our ancestors knew that ‘Peepal’ is one of the very few trees (or probably the only tree) which produces oxygen even at night. So in order to save this tree because of its unique property they related it to God/religion.
   9.
   Start with spice, end with sweet
   Our ancestors have stressed on the fact that our meals should be started off with something spicy and sweet dishes should be taken
   towards the end. The significance of this eating practice is that while spicy things activate the digestive juices and acids and ensure that the digestion process goes on smoothly and efficiently, sweets or carbohydrates pulls down the digestive process. Hence, sweets were always recommended to be taken as a last item
   10.               
   Sikha on male head
   Sushrut rishi, the foremost surgeon of Ayurveda, describes the master sensitive spot on the head as Adhipati Marma, where there is a nexus of all nerves. The shikha protects this spot. Below, in the brain, occurs the Brahmarandhra, where the sushumnã (nerve) arrives from the lower part of the body. In Yog, Brahmarandhra is the highest, seventh chakra, with the thousand-petalled lotus. It is the centre of wisdom. The knotted shikhã helps boost this centre and conserve its subtle energy known as ojas
   11.               
   Applying Mehndi/ henna on hands
   Besides lending color to the hands, mehndi is a very powerful medicinal herb. Weddings are stressful, and often, the stress causes
   headaches and fevers. As the wedding day approaches, the excitement mixed with nervous anticipation can take its toll on the bride and groom. Application of mehndi can prevent too much stress because it cools the body and keeps the nerves from becoming tense. This is the reason why mehndi is applied on the hands and feet, which house nerve endings in the body.
   12.               
   Celebration and cleaning during Diwali
   Diwali usually falls in October or November which marks the start of winter season and end of rainy season. Rainy season wasn't a good time for everyone back then; many homes needed repair and renovation after a heavy fall. That is why time before diwali was considered the period during which everyone can indulge in cleaning and beautification of their home. And also take out their winter clothes and pack the summer ones.
   13.               
   Sitting on a floor and eating
   This tradition is not just about sitting on floor and eating, it is regarding sitting in the “Sukhasan” position and then eating.
   Sukhasan is the position we normally use for Yoga asanas. Sitting in this position while eating helps in improving digestion as the circulatory system can focus solely upon digestion and not on our legs dangling from a chair or supporting us while we are standing. 14.               
   Why not to sleep with your head towards North?
   Myth is that it invites ghost or death but since says that it is because human body has its own magnetic field (Also known as hearts
   magnetic field, because the flow of blood) and Earth is a giant magnet. When we sleep with head towards north, our body's magnetic field become completely asymmetrical to the Earth's Magnetic field. That cause problems related to blood pressure and our heart needs to work harder in order to overcome this asymmetry of Magnetic fields. Apart from this another reason is that Our body have significant amount of iron in our blood. When we sleep in this position, iron from the whole body starts to congregate in brain. This can cause headache, Alzheimer’s Disease, Cognitive Decline, Parkinson disease and brain degeneration.
   15.               
   Surya Namaskar
   Hindus have a tradition of paying regards to Sun God early in the morning by their water offering ritual. It was mainly because looking at
   Sun rays through water or directly at that time of the day is good for eyes and also by waking up to follow this routine, we become prone to a morning lifestyle and mornings are proven to be the most effective part of the day.
   16.               
   Why no meat on particular days?
   Hindus do not eat meat on particular days - not limited but including: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The reason is that as a human
   being we need only a little amount of meat to fulfill the requirements of our body such as iron, vitamin B12 and other vital nutrients. But we often get addicted to eating meat which is not good for health. It can cause diseases like piles, kidney stones, colon cancer etc. Therefore, Hinduism has placed some restrictions by assigning days to particular deities.
   17.               
   Application of Sindoor or Vermillion
   It is interesting to note that that the application of sindoor by married women carries a physiological significance. This is so because Sindoor is prepared by mixing turmeric-lime and the metal mercury. Due to its intrinsic properties, mercury, besides controlling blood pressure also activates sexual drive. This also explains why Sindoor is prohibited for the widows. For best results, Sindoor should be applied right upto the pituitary gland where all our feelings are centered. Mercury is also known for removing stress and strain. 18.               
   The Scientific explanation of touching feet (charan-sparsh)
   Usually, the person of whose feet you are touching is either old or pious. When they accept your respect which came from your reduced ego (and is called your shraddha) their hearts emit positive thoughts and energy (which is called their karuna) which reaches you through their hands and toes. In essence, the completed circuit enables flow of energy and increases cosmic energy, switching on a quick connect between two minds and hearts. To an extent, the same is achieved through handshakes and hugs. The nerves that start from our brain spread across all your body. These nerves or wires end in the fingertips of your hand and feet. When you join the fingertips of your hand to those of their opposite feet, a circuit is immediately formed and the energies of two bodies are connected. Your fingers and palms become the ‘receptor’ of energy and the feet of other person become the ‘giver’ of energy.
   19.               
   Why do we fast?
   The underlying principle behind fasting is to be found in Ayurveda. This ancient Indian medical system sees the basic cause of many
   diseases as the accumulation of toxic materials in the digestive system. Regular cleansing of toxic materials keeps one healthy. By fasting, the digestive organs get rest and all body mechanisms are cleansed and corrected. A complete fast is good for heath, and the occasional intake of warm lemon juice during the period of fasting prevents the flatulence. Since the human body, as explained by Ayurveda, is composed of 80% liquid and 20% solid, like the earth, the gravitational force of the moon affects the fluid contents of the body. It
   causes emotional imbalances in the body, making some people tense, irritable and violent. Fasting acts as antidote, for it lowers the acid content in the body which helps people to retain their sanity. Research suggests there are major health benefits to caloric restriction like reduced risks of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, immune disorders etc.
   20.               
   Why idol worship?
   Hinduism propagates idol worship more than any other religion. Researchers say that this was initiated for the purpose of increasing
   concentration during prayers. According to psychiatrists, a man will shape his thoughts as per what he sees. If you have 3 different objects in front of you, your thinking will change according to the object you are viewing. Similarly, in ancient India, idol worship was established so that when people view idols it is easy for them to concentrate to gain spiritual energy and meditate without mental diversion. 21.               
   Why should Tulsi not be chewed with teeth?
   It is a popular belief that Tulsi is the wife of Lord Vishnu; therefore, chewing it will be a mark of disrespect. However, botanists, in the course of their research, found that Tulsi plant has the maximum of mercury. If raw mercury is applied to teeth, they fall immediately. That’s why in Hindu religion, Tulsi leaves are not chewed but swallowed.
   22.               
   Why do Indian women wear Bangles?
   Normally the wrist portion is in constant activation on any human. Also the pulse beat in this portion is mostly checked for all sorts of
   ailments. The Bangles used by women are normally in the wrist part of ones hand and its constant friction increases the blood circulation level. Further more the electricity passing out through outer skin is again reverted to one's own body because of the ring shaped bangles, which has no ends to pass the energy outside but to send it back to the body.
   
   (source: Science of Spirituality-Speaking Tree)
   
   

Mahabharata  is considered as the largest epic of the world. It's said that whatever  is not there in Mahabharata is not anywhere else. So, we will try to  find out some intricate management messages that are relevant even  today. Our main focus would be the Great War that changed the course of  the Third Age of Man.
The  war is a kind of target that you have to achieve. So, there are many  things that will need planning. You need to plan the execution process,  limitations, team members and leaders, etc.
Karna  went to subdue other kings so that he could get their wealth. On the  other hand, Arjuna, Bheema and Yudhisthra set out to acquire Divyastras,  strength and strategic wisdom.
Try  to tap new opportunities instead of simply focusing on killing your  competition. If your competition dies, there is only a smaller growth in  your business because there would be another one in a short while.  Instead, if you go for newer opportunities, you may have added strength  to your business.
Kaurvas  had a few allies; while Pandavas, worked to garner more allies so that  they can gain more support. They established various relationships  through marriages.
While  working on a big project, it is good to extend to other people who can  contribute in whatever way or portion. The more allies you have working  for the achievement of your target, the more chances you have.
Kauravas  had a one-man leadership hierarchy. The whole of the army was under one  person's command. On the other hand, Pandavas had different generals  directing the operations.
Share your  responsibilities when you have a huge target. It is good to have  different people looking after different departments and answerable for  their own tasks. If you have only one person making all the decision,  things could turn messy.
This  is where Kauravas lacked a great deal. All the great generals of  Kauravas including Bheesma, Drona, Karna, Shalya, etc. were fighting  individual fights. However, Pandavas had only one team bound by one  goal. All participated in decision making process and contributed their  skills.
It's important to have a good  team that gels nicely. More importantly, all the team members should be  given due consideration while making decisions. Individual goals are  good but team goals can be met if everybody contribute his/her lot.
Kauravas  had individual motives but they could not help the group motive. Only  Duryodhna wanted the war. While Pandavas had their individual vows and  oaths to keep, they worked towards the common goal.
Align  individual goals and skills to the group. It will help you get maximum  output because every individual is pumped to fulfill his/her personal  goal, which in turn is fulfilling the common goal.
Commitment  is very important. Kauravas were short on this. Almost every one of  them had personal bias and points where they said they would not be  committed to the war. While Pandavas were committed wholeheartedly and  were willing to do anything to achieve the common goal even if it means  laying aside personal agendas.
If  the people in the team are not committed to lay aside personal  preferences, the team won't work. Make sure the common goal is achieved  even if it means keeping the personal goals pending.
Pandavas  were very good in this. They knew how to inspire, how to take benefits  from faltering enemies, how to expose their weakness and whenever needed  seek guidance from others.
Put  right people at right places. If the managers or team leaders are not  able to inspire or provide directions, the team won't function  effectively. This is surely one of the most important aspect of any  management team.
Kauravas were all patriarchal  structure. Gandhari was not heard and there was no participation of  women in decision making. On the other hand, Pandavas relied heavily on  this--Kunti, Draupadi, and the mothers of other warriors like Hidimba  (Bheema's wife) and Subhadra (Arjuna' wife).
It's  important to tap the potential of your better half. Masculine traits of  aggression and dominance should be balanced with harmony and  sustenance.
So, it's good to build teams, have  right kind of managers, group goals over individual goals, women  participation, inspiration, acknowledgement.
Do  you know other similar lessons that you can share with me? I would love  to hear what you have to say about the timelessness of this epic and  its teachings. Share your ideas.