This true story from Tamil Nadu's Tirukadaiyur temple recounts the the story of Shri Subramania Bhattar, a priest who, despite facing severe trials, remained steadfast in his devotion towards Devi Abhirami. His Bhakti was rewarded when the goddess herself transformed a new moon night into a full moon, silencing his doubters. This tale serves as a powerful reminder that, even in our darkest times, unwavering faith and surrender to the divine can help us find light.
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A Decade for Mandirs Volume II-Pragmatic Strategies for Restoring Hindu Temples
Sandeep Singh’s 'A Decade for Mandirs - Volume II' continues from his first volume, focussing on practical strategies for reclaiming and restoring Hindu temples. Singh critiques the state's deep-rooted anti-mandir bias and judicial meddling in temple matters. He advocates for reclaiming deity rights, respecting pujaris, and reviving cultural traditions. This volume is both a call to action and a detailed roadmap for Hindus to protect and rejuvenate their spiritual heritage.
An Open Letter to the Indian Government – Appeal to Protect Hindus in Bangladesh
A group of eminent writers pen an open letter to the Indian government appealing for action to protect Bangladeshi Hindus.
The Kakatiyas – Architects of a Unified Telugu Identity and Cultural Legacy
The Kakatiya dynasty, ruling from Orugallu (present-day Warangal), significantly influenced Telugu history and culture. They unified the distinct cultures of the Deccan and Coastal plains, fostering a common Telugu identity. Renowned for their architectural achievements and contributions to Telugu society, the Kakatiyas are remembered as key architects of Telugu unity and cultural heritage.
From Bihar to Mewar: The Story of Purbiya Mercenaries in Western India
In this detailed exploration, Deeksha Tyagi sheds light on the Purbiya mercenaries. Sought after for their expertise in firearms, they played a significant role in shaping regional politics and warfare from Malwa to Gujarat and even in the British East India Company. The author highlights how their history exemplifies the adaptive strategies of communities in response to changing political landscapes in medieval India.de
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Our Civilizational Imprints From Bharat To Japan: Limiting Boundaries Is Relinquishing Cultures
From the ancient times till present-day diplomacy, civilizational exchanges and acculturation have played a significant role in establishing and renewing inter-nationstate relationships. This article explores the relationship between Bharat and Japan within the purview of civilizational linkages and thus highlights upon the reach Bharat, as a civilization, has on the cultural land of Japan.
Blind faith and blind rejection – Two sides of the same coin
Lack of knowledge and understanding results in the rigidity of thought that imprisons a person's outlook.
Democracy in Ancient India
Ancient India was the progenitor of democracy, as one can trace its evolution from the Vedas and subsequently hear of its presence through numerous accounts.
The Eternal Dasas of Sree Padmanabha Swamy – IV (Making of Modern Travancore)
This period in the history of the Travancore kingdom set the stage for the modern state of Kerala.
Clearing the air: Rajiv Malhotra responds to R. Ganesh (full interview)
This point by point response to R. Ganesh involves a detailed discussion on the critique made by Ganesh of Rajiv Malhotra's latest book (The Battle for Sanskrit), which deals with the scholarship of American Indologist, Sheldon Pollock.
Trial by Fire
Editor’s Note: This story, Agni Pariksha, by Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose first appeared in the monthly “Dasi” (ed. Ramananda Chattopadhyay) in...
Can the Historicity of Ramayana be established?
A detailed analysis to legitimise the Ramayana as a historical event rather than just an epic.
Agastya Muni – Lost in the ages but found today
Of the seven Saptharishis obligated with a mission to spread the spiritual process to the world, one traveled south of Himalayas into the southern peninsula and deeply impacted the spiritual life of the region.
Aryan Origins — An Avoidable Trap
The genetic origins of Aryans is a distraction to keep the Indic side off balance and has little relevance outside of anthropological academic study.
An Indic Reading of Nietzsche’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra – Part I
The influence of the Vedanta in this work of Friedrich Nietzsche is clearly visible.
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Sampāti and Jaṭāyu – many layers of a “side-story”
Sampāti and Jaṭāyu - brothers bound by blood and separated by fire. The literal fire of the sun that burns them, and the fire of penance that purifies them and provides deliverance - Jatāyu dies in the hands of Rāma and finds deliverance in death while Sampāti in his rebirth.
Integral Yoga – The All in One Yoga
Yoga teaches us how we can grow spiritually through the work that we do, and how we can use every event in life for spiritual growth.
Ashtavakra – The Great Indian Sage
Ashtavakra's advice to King Janaka to free himself from the desire to react and connect with the universal divine energy within.
The Root of All Ideological Conflicts: Cultural Marxism
Jahnavi Naik explores the penetration of Marxism in society and culture, and delves deep into the phenomenon that is 'Cultural Marxism' - its definition, its reach, its methods; and examples from recent happenings in the country.
Obsessive Compulsive Spirituality
Spiritual enthusiasts expect growth in the spiritual realm to happen much like the one in the material world by constantly looking for rewards and convincing others of their progress.
On Action and Renunciation
Renunciation shouldn't be an excuse to shun responsibility but should be Action without the expectation of a reward.
Prithviraj Chauhan – Debunking historical myths around the King (Part 1)
The memory of Prithviraj Chauhan has for long been a victim of especially vicious attempts, because of its resilience and motivation factor.
Padmanabhaswamy Temple verdict – What it means for the Hindu society
A summary of the Padmanabhaswamy verdict and the progress made by Hindu society on the issue of Temple autonomy as a direct consequence of the historic judgement.
Modi, Muslims and Media
Madhu Kishwar's book is a well researched, meticulously compiled and honest account of the dynamics and evolution of the complex relationship between the current PM of India and the largest minority community of the country and how the media has tried to shape it for the worse.
Bhima Karna Yudha – Part 3
The battle between Bhimasena and Karna continued on the 14th day even as Karna kept getting defeated repeatedly and one of the sons of Dhritharashtra got caught in the cross-fire.
Isopanishad
The Isopanishad with just 18 verses is the most power-packed text to begin our journey of svadhyaya.