Opinion: Death Penalty in Indonesia

It would be really that the method to combat crimes in the country?

                                                                                                     By: Maria Carolina

     Actually, we hear a lot in the case of execution of traffickers sentenced to death in Indonesia. But what many do before even understand it is to judge hastily. Of course, someone had the audacity to enter drug in a country where everyone knows that the penalty for such a crime is death can be considered a "suicide". But would even the death penalty as a solution?
    The death penalty is an act that violates human rights completely, and in my opinion, should be applied only to crimes where the defendant directly affects the life of an innocent, as well as murderers, rapists and the like. I see drug trafficking as a serious crime but - just as I agree that traffickers who are on death row does not treat victims, are only to be pitied, not because they are being penalized but for not having a second chance - but such crime does not directly hurt someone's life because the drug is bought only by those who wish, as opposed to a murder or a rape. I believe that punishment height it comes to trafficking would be many years in jail or even life imprisonment in case of recurrence, but not the death penalty is an irreversible punishment and should be applied only in cases of heinous crimes more serious level, where the defendant can not, under any circumstances, have contact with society. This kind of barbaric and retrograde penalty is used only for developing countries. In the case of Indonesia for example, the death penalty in relation to drug trafficking, was established in the nineteenth century during the Opium War, where England imposed the opium trade in China. Indonesia not wanting to give in to British pressure, introduced such a law that applies to the present day. There also believe the argument that the death penalty would reduce the crime rate in a particular location, since when the criminal wants to do certain act, is already aware of its penalty, and taking Indonesia as an example, is a country with a the higher crime rates in the world.
    Another factor which directly involves application of this law is the fact that the country be more radical drug trafficking combat in than in fighting crimes against life. In 2002, for example, condemned to 20 years in prison Umar Patek, responsible for the bombings in Bali that killed 202 people. So we can say that is a country where there are two weights and two measures. In Brazil, I think that kind of sentence would never work, because the laws in the country clearly do not apply to all; in this case, those who suffer such a penalty would be those of lower economic income. I leave it clear that at no time defended the traffickers, because I know that the drug sold by them ruined many lives, but I think the death penalty is a very drastic measure for such a crime, since for the most serious crimes, the penalty is not as severe as it should. Indonesia should review its legislation and its penal code?

Mantras

The mantra is a sound vibration that we use most often in meditation, but we can also use it independently. 
Man in Sanskrit means mind, and Tra means liberation. So mantra literally means liberation of the mind. The mantra is a sound vibration which, when delivered correctly, has a powerful effect on our body and mind. It calms our mind and senses, relax the body and connects us to higher energies, because their vibration causes the cleaning of lower vibrating energies. The mantra is definitely a word of power, a sacred word that must be used properly and conscientiously.
Mantras are sacred sounds that help you enter a state of meditation. Endued with great energy force, they also help us to fulfill our desires. To function well, should practice them regularly, since we are worthy and fit for this - each day or at least every other day. A mantra should be repeated 8 or 108 times, but the cases in which a repeated many times, or more than seven times, mantra loses his power and in other cases should only be used in eminent danger, because we should not use the name of God in vain. The correct pronunciation is very important for him to prove effective, because the mantras are in Sanskrit, the sacred language of the Hindus. Thus, where the letter h appears, repeat as if rr. Except in some cases where j is exhaled.
The power of the mantra lies in its correct intonation and proper mentoring. 
The best known of mantras, OM flees to all grammar rules exposed as it is considered the synthesis of all sounds.
                                  
Exist in the Indian tradition hundreds of mantras and the use of each has a specific purpose. For those who want to start in this practice are some indications: 
Sit in a comfortable position and try to relax your breathing by concentrating on the abdomen. Next, vocalize the mantra for a minimum of three minutes. This is the most advisable way to enhance the mantra, but if you can not say it aloud, whisper it or just mentalize it. 

Holi Festival

The tradition of Holi Festival or Festival of Colors, originated in India and is celebrated  in order to celebrate the arrival of spring. On this day people throw colored powder paints and each other. People greet each other by saying "Holi Hai". At the festival there performing various activities like meditation, yoga, shows, among other things ... 
In Brazil, the festival will be held on October 25, this year at Ibirapuera Park in Sao Paulo, and has several attractions as are listed in the image below: 

Admission is free, only the value of the kit with colored powder is charged. 

More information on:

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Hippies communities around the world

The hippie movement emerged in the 60s and its heyday was in the 70s had aimed preach peace and the time to speak out against the Vietnam War. The movement originated with soldiers who return from the contact with the eastern culture, were inspired. The hippies had the motto "Peace and Love" as constituted one movement for civil rights, equality and anti-militarism. Another brand of Hippies from the 60s to the present day were the Kombis, well colored, yielding a psychedelic touch to the means of transport. 
Good ... But many are asking is: "What happened to the hippies at the end of the Vietnam War?" 
Many communities have disintegrated but today there are some around the world.

Ibiza - Spain

After the Vietnam War, many young people focused on Ibiza and live there to this day. Currently has the most famous hippie fair in the world, Las Dalias. The crafts fair is held every Saturday from 10 to 20h, between May 1 and October 31. Ali is sold a bit of everything: clothing, jewelry, sandalwood, exotic musical instruments, CDs of artists from all over the world, decorative fabrics, statues, Hindu antiques, sarongs, books and more.

Christiania - Denmark

Christiania is located in Copenhagen and is actually a district of the city which became independent. The city has no government, anyone who wishes to join the community has to go through the local assembly.

Nimbin - Austrália

Nimbin is considered the hippie capital of Australia. It is a small village which is situated at the foot of an extinct volcano. Never exceeded the hippie counterculture revolution and live in this village to the present day.

Kathmandu - Nepal

Kathmandu is Eastern mysticism. During the 60s was a place of pilgrimage obligatory for the hippie movement. Until now remaining in the movement concentrated in the capital of Nepal.

Vancouver - Canadá

With extremely liberal policies of marijuana and a single, multicultural vibe, the city makes the list as an almost perfect place for hippies. The Kitsilano district is known for its color, tie dye and experienced hippies who go around spreading peace and love to all visitors.

Goa - India

A thriving hippie community where people from around the world go to escape the confines of conformity. A cot for Goa trance and home to all kinds of raves on local beaches. The very low cost of living and the people are warm.

Rainbow Gathering - EUA

The Rainbow Ghatering is a nomadic community of origin in the United States, the community has no leaders and is already present in various parts of the world. Has passed through countries of America and Europe.

Communities hippies in Brazil

Trindade - RJ

Located in the city of Paraty - Rio de Janeiro. The community is geared for tourism but does not lose the naturalistic charm.

São Thomé das Letras - MG

 

The city is famous for its stone buildings and its wonderful waterfalls. The city also involves many legends and mystical things which attracted many people exoteric and hippies to the site.

Arembepe - BA

This community began to form in the 70s and has hosted distinguished visitors such as Janes Joplin and Mick Jagger. At the fair, you can find rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, anklets and ornaments, made ​​of steel, stones, seeds, lines, quartz and mother of pearl, leather works, wire, ceramic and pasta and many others ... All the best hippie style .

The Journey Of a Dream

Once upon a time, a girl 

And she only wanted to fly 

One day she took wings 

That the world has decided to cut 

She fell, stood on the floor 

Then remembered that he could walk 

It was a long walk 

To have stories she could tell 

The empty little world where it came from 

Where everyone thought only of gaining 

That colorless sky 

She wanted to paint 

To that life without sounds 

She wanted to sing 

And those empty souls 

She wanted to draw a heart 

And that new world 

She continued to fight 

For she knew 

Than walking away would never get 

When finally arrived 

Found the color, the sounds and the life he wanted to show 

Also found its wings 

And then decided to return 

And returned to that world 

The color, the sounds and the will to love 

Also returned them dreams 

Which of them will never return to the take.

Maria - 23/08/2014

Chakras

Chakras: 
The word "chakra" comes from Sanskrit and means "wheel of light", "wheel of law", "wheel of life" or "death." Chakras are energy points of different vibrations, representing different aspects of body, soul and spirit. Symbolize the law of nature, being in constant motion. They are located along the spine of the human body. The chakras are also considered as input to a higher spirituality channels. Some clairvoyants can see each of these points with specific shape and color. 

Harmonized chakras are nothing more than the balance between the polarities Yin (feminine, cool and moist) and yang (masculine, hot and dry). The scheme of the seven chakras is the most used in alternative therapies. However, there are numerous other minor chakras, working in a dynamic energy exchange scheme. 
Its function is to receive and transmit energy to the affected areas of the physical body, bringing balance. Working with the chakras, it is possible to unite all aspects of our lives, including physicists, materials, spiritual, and sexual aspects etc. 
The chakras are divided as follows: 



-> The three chakras located in the head and neck region, are governed by reason. 

-> The chakras that are located in front of the body are governed by emotion. 

-> Chakras which are located at the rear of the body, is governed by the desire. 

Each chakra is associated with one of the seven colors of the rainbow. 





Below are the seven main chakras and some of its features: 



first CHAKRA 

· red 
· Is located between the third and fourth coccygeal vertebrae (life energy). 
· Physical Performance: bladder and bowel channels, reproductive function, circulatory and nervous. 
· Primary Function: sexual energy 
· Rules: physical dimension 
· Effect of blocked energy: autovergonha, lack of self-understanding 
· Harmonized energy provides: work ethic and suppression of worldly desires. 


according CHAKRA 

  · orange 
· Is located between the fourth and fifth sacral vertebrae, the root of the genitals, 
· Physical Performance: digestion, reproduction and hormonal system, biliary secretion. 
· Primary Function: taste 
· Rules: attitudes in relationships, sex and reproduction 
· Effect of blocked energy: sin, guilt, anger 
· Harmonized energy provides: structuring and maintaining health and rapid movements 


third CHAKRA 

  · yellow 
· It is located on the fourth lumbar vertebra, navel 
· Physical Performance: vision, ocular muscles 
· Main function: physical and mental vision, perception of sensations 
· Rules: personal power 
· Effect of blocked energy: exalted ego, fear, manipulation 
· Harmonized energy provides: maintenance of the autonomic system and trust 


  fourth CHAKRA 


  · Green 
· It is located on the heart, in the sixth dorsal vertebra. 
· Physical Performance: circulation, immune system and endocrine 
· Primary Function: identification and distinction from others' emotions, language and perception of vibrations. 
· Rules: giving and receptivity of situations 
· Effect of blocked energy: insecurity, resentment 
· Harmonized energy provides: discernment, self-control and levitation 


fifth CHAKRA 

  · Blue 
· It is located between the fourth and fifth cervical vertebrae. 
· Physical Performance: hearing, breathing, voice and movement of the tongue, saliva production and bronchial functions. 
· Primary Function: psychic hearing 
· Rules: communication and judgment 
· Effect of blocked energy: resentment, bitterness, fear of rejection 
· Harmonized energy provides: intellectual knowledge and facility in learning languages​​, telepathy and mind reading. 


sixth CHAKRA 

  · Color: sky blue 
· It is located in intercílio 
· Physical activity: intuition, vision of distant people 
· Primary Function: vision with anticipation of situations 
· Rules: imagination, observation and perception 
· Effect of blocked energy: anxiety and worry 
· Harmonized energy provides: mastery over the mind, levitation, prediction. 


seventh CHAKRA 

  · Color: violet or white crystalline 
· It is located in the pineal gland in the brain. 
· Physical activity: cosmic consciousness, complete mastery of life in the physical and astral planes. 
· Primary Function: the spiritual works and I have dominion over all other vehicles of Man. 
· Rules: understanding and freedom 
· Effect of blocked energy: hatred, possessiveness and depression 
· Harmonized energy provides: balancing all chakras

ॐ Om ॐ

Om or Aum is of paramount importance in Hinduism. This symbol is a sacred syllable representing Brahman, 
The impersonal Absolute of Hinduism - omnipotent, omnipresent, and the source of all manifest existence. Brahman, 
Itself, is incomprehensible so a symbol becomes mandatory to help us understand the Unknowable. Om, 
therefore, represents both the unmanifest (nirguna) and manifest (Saguna) aspects of God. That is why it is 
called Pranava, to mean that it pervades life and runs through our prana or breath. Can be considered the sound of the universe. 

Om in Daily Life 
Although Om symbolizes the most profound concepts of Hindu belief, is in daily use. The Hindus begin their day or any work or a journey expressing Om. The sacred symbol is often found at the head of letters, 
At the beginning of examination papers and so on. Many Hindus, as an expression of spiritual perfection, wear the Om as a pendant. This symbol is sanctified in any Hindu place or somehow or another in family temples temple. 
It is interesting to note that a newly born child is ushered into the world with this holy sign. After birth, the child is ritually bathed and the sacred symbol Om is written on its tongue with honey. Thus, at the time of birth the syllable Om is initiated into the life of a Hindu and stays with him forever as a symbol of devotion. Om is also a popular symbol used in contemporary body art and tattoos. 

The Eternal Syllable 

According to the Mandukya Upanishad, "Om is the eternal syllable of which all that exists is but the development. Past, present and future are included in this one sound, and all that exists beyond the three forms of time is also implied in it. "

The Music of Om 

Om is not a word but rather an intonation, which, like music, transcends the barriers of species, age, race, culture and even. It consists of three Sanskrit, aa, au and ma letters that when combined, make the sound Aum or Om. Believed to be the basic sound of the world and to contain all other sounds. It is a mantra or prayer in itself. If repeated with the correct intonation, it can resonate throughout the body so that the sound penetrates to the center of being, the atman or soul. 
There is harmony, peace and glory that sound simple but deeply philosophical. By vibrating the sacred syllable Om, the supreme combination of letters, if one thinks of the Personality of Godhead Last and leave his body, he will certainly reach the ultimate state of eternity "stateless", says the Bhagavad Gita. 

The Vision of Om 

Om provides a dualistic point of view. On the one hand, it projects the mind beyond the immediate to what is abstract and inexpressible. On the other hand, makes the absolute more tangible and comprehensive. It encompasses all potentialities and possibilities, is all that was, is, or can be. He is omnipotent and also remains elusive. 

The Power of OM 

During meditation, when we chant Om, we create within ourselves a vibration that harmonizes sympathy with the cosmic vibration and we start thinking universally. The momentary silence between each chant becomes palpable. Mind moves between the opposites of sound and silence until, finally, he lets the sound. 
In the silence, thought-Om-is quenched only; no thought. This is the state of trance, where the mind and the intellect are transcended as Individual Self merges with the Infinite Self in the religious moment of realization. 
It is a time when the petty worldly affairs are lost in the desire for the universal. 
Such is the immeasurable power of Om.