I am a beginner - Where should I learn more?
- Templenet - A Website indicating temples of all major hindu dieties
- E-Darshan - A free website for for NRI devotees to view major functions such as Vaikunta Ekadasi, etc. live at Srirangam!!! Especially suited for Tamilians who are already connected deeply to worship in temples.
- Sharangati - A Website for Vaishnavas following the Vishistadvaita tradition of Sri Ramanujacharya.
- Divine Life Society - Established by Swami Sivananda, an invaluable resource for any seeker, either at the beginning or the most advanced stage of spirituality. A great starting point for anyone who cultivates a deep interest in spirituality. Has tons of free e-books that are mandatory reading for any beginner no matter which path one ultimately chooses to follow.
- International society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) - Largest Vaishnava sect that follows the Gaudiya tradition. Recommends the chanting of the Hare Krishna Mahamantra worldwide to spread peace and love. Suits one and all - anyone who believes in surrender to the divine in the form of Krishna.
- Nama Dwaar - Organization started by Muralidhara Swamigal - Recommends chanting of the Hare Krishna mahamantra. Philosophy based on Advaita. Excellent path for Tamilians and south indians who believe in Bhakthi marga.
- Hinduism Today - The only magazine of its kind dedicated to understanding hinduism across all its different sects and educating NRI children.
- Sathya Sai Baba - Amazing service to humanity worldwide even today
- Vedics Foundation- Powerful teachings on the Vishistadvaita path for people from South India, especially Tamilians from authorities such as Vellukudi Krishnan.
- Sudanshuji Maharaj - A teacher with simple but extremely powerful teachings. Radiates spirituality and is a great master for people for North, East and West India. No central website available.
- Indian Rennaisance - Vedas and Upanishads teacher, Sunil Gopalakrishna's lectures on Upanishads - in Woodlands Texas. Excellent resource for beginners and intermediate seekers.
- Eckhard Tolle - A realized western being who encapsulates all teachings of the Sanatana Dharma though not necessarily calling it Hinduism. Powerful teachings as potent as from any Indian guru.
- Crystal Clarity - Similar to SRF below but under different disciple of Paramahamsa Yogananda. Has some amazing articles to uplift spirit.
- All World Gayatri Parivar - Follow the Gayatri Mahamantra for the uplifting all mankind. Excellent path for North Indian Hindus.
- Yogaville - City in USA dedicated to the spread of Integral yoga by Swami Satchidanada - follower of Swami Sivananda. Ideal for all NRIs.
- BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha - The fastest growing Vaishnava sect in the world as evidenced by its amazing temples worldwide. Followers of Vishistadvaita. Excellent for those that have an appreciation of art, temple sculpting and desire a deep understanding of god through this tradition. Followers primarily from West India (Gujarat)
- Self Realization Fellowship(SRF) - Dedicated to spreading the teachings of Paramahamsa Yogananda - Especially suited for people from Christian traditions who have a deep attraction towards Yoga, Spirituality, etc.
- Oprah Soul Series - Excellent resource for western non spiritual but "curious about life" individuals. If you love this, you will likely be guided to one of the paths mentioned above.
- E-Samskriti- Very beautifully designed website with tons of uplifting material that provides tremendous insight into Indian culture, traditions, Spirituality, etc in a very agreeable format.
