The Forgotten Powers of Ancient Bharat: Rediscovering Our True Potential

Throughout the ages, Bharat (India) has been a land of deep wisdom, profound spirituality, and remarkable inner sciences. Our ancient sages (Rishis), yogis, and seers were known to possess extraordinary abilities — often referred to as "supernatural powers" in today's world. However, the truth is, these powers were not supernatural at all. They were perfectly natural abilities, cultivated through disciplined living, spiritual practices, and deep alignment with the universal consciousness.

Over time, as Bharatvarsha came under the influence of foreign invasions and later, western ideologies, we began to move away from our roots. In the process, we lost touch with the incredible possibilities that once defined the spirit of this sacred land.

What Were These "Supernatural" Powers?

The ancient scriptures, including the Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas, and Yoga Sutras, speak extensively about the powers (Siddhis) attainable by humans through rigorous practice and pure living. Some of these natural abilities included:

1. Telepathy (Mind-to-Mind Communication)

Through deep meditation and mastery over the mind, sages could communicate without words — directly sharing thoughts and emotions over vast distances.

2. Clairvoyance (Seeing Beyond the Physical Senses)

Many Rishis had the ability to perceive events happening far away or even in the future. Their consciousness was not bound by time and space as ours is today.

3. Sankalpa Shakti (Power of Manifestation)

With a pure and focused mind, they could manifest their intentions into reality. It was said that the Sankalpa (pure will) of a realized being never fails.

4. Mastery Over the Elements (Pancha Mahabhuta Siddhi)

Some yogis attained control over the five elements — Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space. This enabled miraculous feats such as walking on water, resisting fire, or becoming invisible.

5. Self-Healing and Healing Others

Long before modern medicine, our sages had deep knowledge of Ayurveda and the body’s energy systems, allowing them to heal themselves and others through herbs, energy, and sound vibrations.

6. Levitation and Weightlessness (Laghima Siddhi)

Through control over Prana (life force), some yogis could make their bodies extremely light, even levitating during deep states of meditation.

How Were These Powers Developed?

These powers were not obtained through shortcuts or magic. They were natural outcomes of:

Tapasya (Austerity) — intense self-discipline and penance

Dhyana (Meditation) — deep, unwavering focus

Brahmacharya (Celibacy and Control of Desires) — conservation of energy

Satvik Living — pure food, thoughts, and actions

Alignment with Dharma — living in harmony with universal laws

Connection with Nature — understanding and respecting the forces of nature

The human body and mind are capable of far more than we realize. Our sages systematically unlocked these potentials through dedicated practice and wisdom passed down through generations.

The Fall: How We Forgot Our True Nature

The decline of these practices began with the waves of foreign invasions, colonization, and especially during the British rule, when India's traditional knowledge systems were systematically discredited. Spiritual sciences were labeled "superstition" or "mythology." English education replaced the ancient Gurukul system. Over time, we began to look at our own heritage through the lens of the colonizers — with doubt and dismissal.

Moreover, with the rise of materialism and the blind imitation of western lifestyles, we started valuing external success over inner mastery. Instant gratification replaced patience and tapasya. In this environment, the deeper sciences of consciousness faded into the background.

The Awakening: Time to Reclaim Our Heritage

Today, there is a growing awakening. Many seekers, scholars, and youth are beginning to turn inward. They are rediscovering yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and ancient philosophies not just as cultural artifacts, but as living sciences that can transform life even now.

We must understand:

Our ancestors were not "primitive people with myths" — they were pioneers of inner technologies far more advanced than what modern science has touched.

It is time for us to reconnect with our roots — to study, practice, and embody the ancient wisdom of Bharat.

Not by rejecting modern science, but by integrating the best of both worlds — modern advancements with ancient consciousness.

How Can We Start?

Study the original Indian scriptures (Vedas, Upanishads, Yoga Sutras) in an authentic way.
Practice daily meditation, yoga, and mindful living.
Purify lifestyle — opt for Satvik food, truthful speech, and noble actions.
Reconnect with nature and natural rhythms (sunrise, moon cycles, seasons).
Respect the lineage of Rishis and the indigenous knowledge systems.
Cultivate inner silence and patience — not everything reveals itself instantly.

Conclusion

The so-called "supernatural" powers are still very much within human potential. They are not lost; they are dormant. What is required is a return to conscious living, inner discipline, and deep faith in the limitless possibilities of human life.

Bharat has always been the land of seekers — those who dared to look within and discover worlds unseen by the ordinary eyes.

As we awaken, we reclaim not only our glorious past but also open up a new future — for ourselves and for the entire world.

Let us walk again the path of the Rishis,
not to copy the past, but to rediscover the eternal truths.

Fri Apr 18, 2025

Say Yes to i SOUL

Founder of iSOUL ~ Ideal School of Ultimate Life
Adarsh Singh empowers individuals to live purposefully by integrating timeless wisdom with practical tools. With 18+ years in finance and a deep connection to spirituality, his teachings blend Mind, Money, and Meaning to help people create a truly fulfilling life.