Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities
May 31, 2026
S. Sheeba
Both physics and Advaita philosophy offer complementary approaches to understanding the nature of the universe and human existence. Modern scientific research is beginning to validate ancient philosophical insights, particularly the idea that consciousness may represent an additional dimension within a multidimensional world. The text argues that the mystery of the universe's formation and its inhabitants can be resolved through the combined application of science and philosophy, as both methodologies have been employed by distinguished scholars throughout history.
Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities
April 18, 2026
Sanchali Podder, Poulastya Mahananda, Ishita Mishra
Yoga is a living legacy that originated on the Indian subcontinent and has transformed from a precolonial spiritual discipline through colonial reworking into postcolonial globalization. In the 21st century, yoga has diversified into many styles and been incorporated into mainstream healthcare, wellness industries, and therapeutic applications in urban societies. This transformation raises concerns about commodification, dilution of teachings due to commercialization, accessibility barriers, debates over cultural authenticity and ownership, and risks of injury from overemphasis on physical postures. An anthropological perspective reveals that yoga's value lies in how culture thrives through the body and survives through transformation. The article encourages communities to support holistic well-being in a globalized world.
Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities
June 13, 2025
Harikumar Pallathadka, Parag Deb Roy
Advanced meditators practicing non-dual awareness show increased gamma wave coherence, and their meditative states correlate modestly but consistently with shifts in quantum random number generator output. The 108 participants, stratified by experience level, also reported experiences that parallel quantum concepts. These findings suggest potential links between subjective contemplative experience and objective physical measurements, though methodological limitations are acknowledged.
Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities
May 17, 2025
Harikumar Pallathadka, Parag Deb Roy
Adi Shankaracharya's Advaita Vedanta philosophy, when examined through quantum physics, cognitive science, and systems theory, offers universal principles for addressing modern existential crises. His 8th-century teachings on non-duality, maya, and self-realization align with contemporary scientific frameworks and provide practical applications for psychology, quantum mechanics, education, healthcare, and leadership. The paper argues that these insights transcend religious boundaries to offer a blueprint for individual and collective transformation.
Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities
May 17, 2025
Harikumar Pallathadka, Parag Deb Roy, Rita Sarkar
A philosophical, aesthetic, and musicological analysis of Rabindranath Tagore's song "Na Chaile Jare Powa Jay" (That which is not sought, is found) reveals how it synthesizes Upanishadic philosophy, Vaishnava devotion, Bengali folk elements, and Western influences. The composition articulates a spiritual vision where divine attainment exists beyond intentional seeking, reflecting Tagore's contribution to devotional music as a philosophical statement, aesthetic experience, and spiritual methodology. The song exemplifies Tagore's universal spirituality rooted in Indian traditions, with enduring relevance to mindfulness and non-attachment.