During a recent visit to the sacred groves of Mawphlang in Meghalaya, I found myself reflecting on an idea that modern conservationists often overlook. Here was a forest that had survived for centuries, not because of government regulations, scientific management plans, or environmental activism, but because generations of people believed it was sacred. Many rationalists … Continue reading When Nature Becomes Sacred
Spiritual Shades of the Rainy Season
In popular culture rain has been associated with romance. Inspired by the rainy season, classical poets like Kalidasa and many other poets have composed verses highlighting either the sensual elements or the feelings of longing borne out of separation. Many popular folk songs and film songs of our times are no different. But there can … Continue reading Spiritual Shades of the Rainy Season
Guest Post : Closely Guarded History and Beauty of Mahendra Giri
A VISIT TO THE HISTORICALLY MOST IMPORTANT MOUNTAIN IN THE EASTERN GHATS WHERE LORD PARSHURAM THE IMMORTAL BEING IS SAID TO BE IN MEDITATION. Recently, I had been to Mahendra Giri, which has the second most highest mountain peak of Odisha. Mahendra Giri is part of the Eastern Ghats, which is the second oldest mountain … Continue reading Guest Post : Closely Guarded History and Beauty of Mahendra Giri
August Contemplations
I: Spirituality and Freedom August here in India is the rainiest month. In spite of that we have celebrations galore. Most of our religious festivals follow the lunar calendar. There are two types of lunar months in India. Some states, especially those in South India follow a system where in the month ends on the … Continue reading August Contemplations
Sitting Near The Guru
In our Indian tradition, great importance has been attached to being in the presence of the Guru as much as possible and getting knowledge directly from him. While this is applicable to all forms of knowledge, this has crucial significance in the case of spiritual knowledge. The crux of vedic wisdom are compiled in books … Continue reading Sitting Near The Guru
The Meaning and Purpose of Life
Life has no inherent meaning or purpose. It is you who brings meaning and purpose to life – so would say the western philosopher. But is it? The wonder and dilemma associated with meaning and purpose of life has been as old as civilization itself. Our ancient Rishis too have meditated upon it. They have … Continue reading The Meaning and Purpose of Life
Let us save the native plants
Oplus_131104 This news report should come as no surprise. Till now the extinction of animals and birds have been the subject of much public discourse. It is not that plants have not been getting extinct. What could be alarming is that there could be plants that have become extinct without coming to our notice for … Continue reading Let us save the native plants
Now out in Paperback
The Beauty of Sanskrit Language and Texts is now available on paperback on select countries. Of course it is available on Amazon Kindle for all the regions. It is one of those books which is very close to my heart. Would be very happy if you could buy the book and leave a review on … Continue reading Now out in Paperback
Bus Journey 1984 vs Metro Travel 2024 (Pt-2)
Continued from previous post (The reasons and explanations for certain words being marked with * are given at the end) We could hear the roof top passengers banging the roof signaling the driver to stop. The cleaner signaled* and shouted at the driver to stop. Then he shouted at the rooftop passengers when the bus … Continue reading Bus Journey 1984 vs Metro Travel 2024 (Pt-2)
Bus Journey 1984 vs Metro Travel 2024
Photo credit: reddit user KKthebookworm Sometimes when I travel by the Metro in Bengaluru, a few memories of bus travel during my college days come as vivid flashbacks - particularly the way people rush to reserve the seat and enter into the coach. There is an art to it and I am as unskilled in … Continue reading Bus Journey 1984 vs Metro Travel 2024
PEBBLES AND WAVES 