By Prabhuji (David Har-Zion, creator of Meditative Philately or Philatelic Yoga) I have been asked to publish some preparatory technique of Meditative Philately for those who are not related to either philately or meditation. Before accessing meditation, or dhyāna, it is important to develop concentration, or dhāraṇā. Therefore, the place chosen for practice should be quiet. Ideally, a room should...

Classical philately focused on the study and classification of the postage stamp, its characteristics, paper, ink, and history. Meditative philately is directed to the study of the observation of the stamp. The stamp is used as the ideal tool to achieve relaxation, concentration, and meditation. In fact, we use the postage stamp as a means of self-knowledge and development at...

By Prabhuji   Every philatelist has experienced indescribable moments of peace, tranquility, and inner silence. According to Meditative Philately, each stamp fulfills the functions of a mandala, which is a symmetrical diagram, symbol, or geometric pattern. Stamps are like cosmic diagrams that remind us of our connection to infinity. They can be used as means of ceasing our mental activity...

By Prabhuji Philatelists delight in looking at stamps. Sitting in front of a stamp that catches our eye can be a soulful experience. Meditative philately delves into the experience of observing stamps. The sun illuminates the interior of our houses, without it being inside our homes. Its light allows us to observe the walls, ornaments, furniture, and people inside our...

By Prabhuji When our attention is swept away by memories, we place ourselves in a non-existent past. When we focus our attention on our hopes and dreams, we direct ourselves toward a future that does not yet exist. In both cases, our consciousness takes illusory and non-existent directions and we live in a dream. Reality, or what is, takes place...

By Prabhuji To understand the foundations of Meditative Philately, some fundamental knowledge about the yantras will be necessary. Yantra: Generally, this term is translated as “machine, tool, instrument, artifact, apparatus, or symbol.” These are geometric shapes that represent different aspects of divinity. These diagrams can be engraved in copper, silver, or gold plates or be drawn on the leaf of...

By Prabhuji The following is a preparatory technique for meditation that helps reintegrate the rays of our attention. This simple method can reduce mental hyperactivity and mitigate our stress and fatigue. The practice is ideal for beginners, who are only starting their journey on the path of meditation. It fits the needs of every person since it does not require a...

A.P.O.  Army Post Office. Above Privilege Number A hand-stamp applied to a letter disallowed under the Franking system. Adhesive  (i) Any postage stamp for attachment to an envelope, as distinct from the stamps impressed directly on to postal stationary. (ii) The gum used to affix a postage stamp. Albino A fortuitous omission of color from a stamp which results in...

Abbreviation Definition "u" or "o" used (sometimes o with dot in center)   * Mint Hinged ** Mint Never Hinged adh paper adhering to gum attd attached bklt booklet blk block BOB back of the book btwn between CDS circular date stamp postmark cl clipped comm or commem commemorative CP clipped perfs cpl complete cor corner cr crease CTO Cancelled...