BHAKTI LITERATURE
Kabirdas Jayanti 2024: Wishes, quotes and images to share with your family and friends
Kabirdas Jayanti 2024: Kabir Jayanti, celebrated on June 22, 2024, marks the birth anniversary of the revered poet-saint Sant Kabir Das. Known for his timeless teachings on unity, spirituality, and social justice, Kabir’s legacy continues to inspire generations. This festival not only commemorates his life but also emphasizes the significance of love, tolerance, and the rejection of religious extremism. Through his poignant poetry, Kabir's message remains relevant, advocating for a harmonious society.
Kabirdas Jayanti 2024: Date, significance, history, time and other details
Kabirdas Jayanti, or Kabir Prakat Diwas, honors the birth anniversary of the revered mystic poet and social reformer Kabir Das. Celebrated on the full moon of Jyeshtha (May or June), this day in India pays tribute to Kabir's legacy of love, tolerance, and social harmony. His teachings, emphasizing the unity of God and the futility of religious divisions, continue to inspire people worldwide. Kabir's poetry, sermons, and aphorisms reflect his profound impact on spiritual thought, making Kabirdas Jayanti a significant festival that celebrates India's cultural heritage and Kabir's enduring message of unity and justice.
Best books on Ramayana to unfold the epic journey and life lessons
Dive into the rich tapestry of one of India's greatest epics with our curated list of the best books on Ramayana. From scholarly analyses to illustrated retellings and modern interpretations, these books offer a comprehensive exploration of Rama's heroic journey, Sita's resilience, and the timeless themes of duty, honor, and love. Discover acclaimed works that delve deep into the cultural significance and spiritual wisdom embedded within the Ramayana, catering to both enthusiasts and newcomers seeking to unravel the layers of this ancient narrative.
Balancing the ledger: Exploring the dynamics of Hindu mysticism and economic realities
Brahmins and Kayasthas, with different origins, competed for court access. Kayasthas adapted to Persian and English, while Hinduism valued the financial aspects. Accountants in literature faced challenges but relied on gods for protection.
Making peace with God
Let us see what one of the trusted instruction manuals on life has to say on the subject. In the Bhagwad Gita, Arjun asks Krishn, 'How are you to be realised at the time of death by those of steadfast mind?' Krishn replies, 'Think of me at all times and fight. With mind and reason thus set on me, you will doubtless come to me.' He also says, you can anchor the mind in the single syllable of Aum that is Brahmn and perform rightful duty selflessly. Bhakti and karma are the twin paths to attain divine grace.
Of man & Hanuman, the many twists & turns in the monkey-god's tail
In modern times, there has been an obsession with making monumental monstrosities in the shape of Hanuman statuary and temples, often under the auspices of influential religious leaders and patrons through collective donations. A related tendency has been the appropriation of public spaces that begin as modest wayside shrines for Hanuman worship.
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Bhakti is devotion is loyalty?
In mediaeval Sanskrit literature (kavya), we often find similar sentiments being echoed with men complaining about the faithless courtesan who prefers the richer suitor, and the veneration of the chaste wife, who is loyal despite mistreatment. The loyal wife treats her husband as pati-parmeshwar i.e., God, and looks upon no other. Her fidelity grants her magical powers, like walking on fire, and ensures her high status as Sati.
'Ramcharitmanas' added as optional subject in Madhya Pradesh colleges
On recommendation of the syllabus committee, the “applied philosophy of Shri Ramcharitmanas” has been introduced as an elective (optional) course under the philosophy subject for first-year students of graduation (BA) from the academic session of 2021-22, Higher Education Minister Mohan Yadav said.
Rabindranath Tagore's vision essence of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, says PM Modi
Addressing the centenary celebrations of the university founded by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, Modi said the literary legend's vision was also the essence of the "Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative launched by his government for the making of a self-reliant India.
Government announces Padma awards 2019: Gautam Gambhir, Prabhu Deva, Kader Khan among awardees
This year 112 recipients have been selected for the prestigious awards. This includes 4 Padma Vibhushan, 14 Padma Bhushan and 94 Padma Shri awards.
New Karnataka Parliament House: The structure to be built at a cost of Rs 650 crore
Principles of livelihood and service will be reflected through the ‘live’ statues (using robotics) of the Sharanas, while the Aikya level will cover spiritual experience.
Endeavour to revive dead Karnakata river Dakshina Pinakini begins
Originating in the Nandi Hills, the river flows through Chikkaballapura, Hoskote, Malur, Kadugodi and then onto Sarjapura for about 100 km.
How religion is scripting a Tamil Nadu return
Thamizhachi considers atheism or irreligiousness as a feature of a social movement that fights caste inequality and subjugation of women.
Holi palate: From chaat to thandai, its food is a celebration of India's composite culture
The Holi palate is as diverse as the Holi palette. Whether or not you have the thandai this year, the Holi platter will carry the extraordinary flavours of our past.
Books: Top authors' top reads in 2014
Amit Chaudhuri, who is also an acclaimed musician and a professor of Contemporary Literature at the University of East Anglia, named four books as his top reads in 2014.
Growing awareness and appreciation in US about Hindu American community and its roots
The Hindu community in the US wants to be seen and heard, but religious intolerance - of the variety that exists back home - is not their mantra.
Devotion scores over reason
This happened when the world wasn’t wired; when e-mail meant elephant mail; when logs written in long hand were yet to turn into blogs. That’s when an Indian brain created a literary work called Panchatantra. This influenced world literature unlike any other (excluding the Bible, a religious text) ever written. “If translation is the best compliment paid to a literary work, the Sanskrit Panchatantra received the ultimate compliment both from within the Indian subcontinent and the world at large,” writes Patrick Olivelle in a spanking new English avatar that already has over 200 versions in more than 50 languages. It’s a number to numb the heart of any literary agent. But what is its secret? “
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