What is knowledge if it does not liberate? What is scholarship if it does not awaken? The Vedas—śruti, the eternal vibrations of cosmic order—are not mere texts; they are the very breath of existence, the primordial sound that reverberates through time, space, and consciousness. The Upanishads, the whispered truths of the rishis, are not philosophical abstractions but radical confrontations with reality, dismantling illusion to reveal the Self.
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September 3, 2017February 1, 2025Main, Sanatana Dharma
Brahmasūtra and Bhagavad Gītā
What is philosophy if it does not illuminate the path to the Self? What is a sacred text if it does not guide the seeker toward ultimate truth? The Brahmasūtra and the Bhagavad Gītā are not merely ancient writings; they are the twin beacons of Vedantic thought and dharmic praxis. The Brahmasūtra, ascribed to Badarayana, lays the systematic foundations of Vedanta—distilling the vast ocean of Vedic wisdom into a precise, logical framework that continues to challenge and inspire scholars. In contrast, the Bhagavad Gītā offers a dynamic dialogue between duty and devotion, intellect and intuition—a living conversation that bridges the transcendent and the immanent, inviting each individual to embark on a personal journey of self-realization.
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August 31, 2017January 31, 2025Main, Sanatana Dharma
Rāmāyaṇa, Mahābhārata, and Purāṇas
What is history if it does not shape consciousness? What is mythology if it does not awaken the soul? The Rāmāyaṇa and Mahābhārata are not just epics—they are Itihāsa, lived history, pulsating with the struggles of dharma amidst chaos. The Purāṇas are not just ancient records but the unfolding of cosmic, moral, and societal order across yugas. These texts are not relics of the past; they are blueprints for civilization, revealing the eternal battle between righteousness and adharma, between the transient and the eternal.
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August 28, 2017January 31, 2025Main, Sanatana Dharma
Śāstras (scriptures): Ethics and Values
What is law if it does not uphold justice? What is morality if it does not align with truth? The Śāstras—the Dharmasūtras, Smṛtis, Arthaśāstra, Nāṭyaśāstra, and beyond—are not rigid codes but the living articulation of dharma, tailored to time, place, and context. They are neither blind commandments nor outdated doctrines but dynamic frameworks that guide individual and societal conduct. From governance to aesthetics, from law to liberation, the Śāstras weave the moral, ethical, and spiritual fabric of civilization.
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August 24, 2017February 1, 2025Main, Sanatana Dharma
Āyurveda: Philosophy and Medicine
What is medicine if it merely treats symptoms but does not restore harmony? What is health if it is not aligned with the rhythm of nature? Āyurveda, the timeless science of life (āyuh) and wisdom (veda), is not just a medical system—it is a profound philosophy that envisions health as a dynamic equilibrium between body, mind, and consciousness. Unlike reductionist approaches that fragment human existence into isolated parts, Ayurveda sees the individual as an interconnected whole, woven into the cosmic order of ṛta.
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August 24, 2017February 1, 2025Main
Yoga: Philosophy and Lifestyle
What is yoga if it does not unite the inner and outer worlds? What is practice if it does not lead to liberation? Yoga, in its timeless essence, is not merely a series of postures or physical exercises—it is a comprehensive philosophy that permeates every aspect of life. Rooted in the ancient wisdom of the Upanishads and the Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali, yoga offers a path that transcends the dualities of body and mind, guiding the seeker toward an integrated experience of self-realization and universal harmony.
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August 18, 2017February 1, 2025Main
Tantra: Philosophy, Rituals, and Magic
Tantra is a complex, multifaceted system that originates from ancient Indian spiritual traditions. It is often misunderstood or oversimplified in modern discourse, yet its teachings, rituals, and practices form a significant part of Hinduism, Buddhism, and various other traditions. Rooted in esoteric philosophies, tantra encompasses a wide range of practices that aim to transcend the limitations of the material world and lead practitioners toward self-realization and liberation (mokṣa). As a field of academic inquiry, tantra provides vast opportunities for research, not only in religious and philosophical contexts but also in areas like sociology, psychology, and cultural studies. Below are several potential topics upon which research papers are invited (but now limited to these topics only):
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August 13, 2017February 1, 2025Main
Jyotiṣa: Astrology and Astronomy
What is time if it is not aligned with the rhythms of the cosmos? What is destiny if it is divorced from the laws of nature? Jyotiṣa, the ancient Indic science of celestial observation, is not mere fortune-telling—it is a profound study of cosmic cycles, timekeeping, and human destiny intertwined with the movements of the universe. Rooted in the Vedas, Jyotiṣa is both a mathematical science and a metaphysical framework, where astronomy (nakṣatra-vidyā) and astrology (hora-śāstra) come together to illuminate the grand interplay between the macrocosm (Brahmāṇḍa) and the microcosm (Pindāṇḍa).
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August 9, 2017January 31, 2025Main
Saṁskṛta (Sanskrit): Language and Literature
What is language if it does not elevate? What is literature if it does not illuminate? Saṁskṛta, the refined speech, is not merely a linguistic construct—it is Vāgbrahma, the very manifestation of consciousness through sound. More than a means of communication, it is a vehicle of revelation, carrying within it the wisdom of the Vedas, the inquiry of the Upanishads, the grandeur of Itihāsa, and the poetic brilliance of Mahākāvyas. From philosophical discourses to scientific treatises, from lyrical poetry to dramaturgy, Sanskrit embodies the intellectual and artistic genius of an entire civilization.
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August 6, 2017January 31, 2025Main
History of Bhārata (ancient to modern India)
What is history if it is written by the conqueror? What is a civilization if it forgets its own past? Bhārata is not just a nation—it is a civilizational continuum, stretching from the Vedic dawn to the present, from the Sarasvatī-Sindhu culture to the Mauryas, Guptas, Vijayanagara, Marathas, and beyond. Unlike the linear historical models imposed by the West, Bhārata’s past is cyclic, layered, and deeply interconnected with its dharmic worldview. It is a history of resilience, adaptation, and continuity, despite repeated invasions and colonial distortions.