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Good Morning.

Have you ever met someone for the first time and felt like you’ve known them for a lifetime? According to the Hindu theory of karma and reincarnation, there's an explanation for this. We are born and die not once, but many times, and it’s possible that we find connections from past lives once again. We pick up the threads that were woven in different births and continue to weave new ones.

The philosophy of Advaita Vedanta, the tradition of non-duality, points out an even deeper significance to such relationships. True friendship, like love, transcends the limitation of separate identities. In the light of Vedanta, we understand that every individual is a manifestation of the same divine reality. Friends are like mirrors, reflecting our own strengths and weaknesses, helping us to grow and evolve.

The bond of friendship is based on shared values, mutual respect, and unconditional acceptance. It's a relationship where we can be our authentic selves, without fear of judgement. True friends support us in our spiritual journey, reminding us of our inherent divinity and encouraging us to strive for excellence.

Let us cherish the gift of friendship. Let us express our gratitude for the friends who illuminate our lives with their love and support, giving us an opportunity to share in not only their joys, but also their sorrows. May we recognise the oneness that connects us all. May our friendships be nourishing, and our communities be a source of strength and support to us all. Hari Om.