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Śrī Kālī Dhyāna: Reflections on Bhagavatī

The various attributes and symbolism of the Bhagvatī Kālī, including her association with the charnel ground (śmaśāna), her garland of skulls (muṇḍamālā), and her role as the protector and giver of blessings (vara and abhaya).

Giriratna Mishra 12 min read

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Matabari

The short story “Matabari”, featuring Lalita Tripura Sundari’s mandir in Tripura, how individuals and families continue to hold on to dharma in the wake of an imploding society.

Kavita Krishna Meegama 12 min read

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Dāśarājña Recontextualized: Part 1

In this essay series, using substantiated frameworks for out-of-India migrations, and Paurāṇika genealogy, Sudās of the Ṛgveda is introduced as the man who ushered in proto-Bhāratavarṣa.

Amritanshu Pandey 19 min read

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The Hidden Treasure of Ghazni Gaṇapati

The rich Gāṇapatya tradition and historical significance of a concealed Gaṇapati murti in the Ghazni mountains, highlighting the cultural richness of Afghanistan and its connection to Bhārata.

Anushree Sunil Ghisad 3 min read

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