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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

Bodhas

Malla Krīḍā: The Next Avenue of Appropriation

History of the Malla Krīḍā and the growing threat of its appropriation.

Anshuman Panda 8 min read

Dharma Today

Śrī Gaṇeśa: The Hidden Messages in His Form

Discover the hidden symbolism and profound significance of Śrī Gaṇeśa's form conveyed by various elements of his iconography.

Lakshmi Sivaraman 11 min read

Bodhas

Culture Compatible Public Policy

This essay discusses how public policy could benefit from an infusion of cultural values and mores, and alter the way we think of institutional design.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 12 min read

Culture And Policy

Book Review - 'Caṇḍikā - The Story of Goddess Durgā and its Vedāntic Import'

We owe a lot to our mothers and grandmothers, who carry forth traditions year after year diligently. In the case of Chath, it involves fasting for more than thirty six hours and standing in cold water, all for the wellbeing of their family. Even amidst apathy towards culture by many, Chaṭh gives me hope.

6 min read

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Exploring the Concept of Unity as an Ecological Concern through Upaniṣads

A thoughtful engagement on how our ancient sages conceived ecology and how the concept of Unity can serve as a catalyst for ecological awareness.

Neha Sharma 9 min read

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Śrī Kālī Dhyāna: Reflections on Bhagavatī

Matabari

Dāśarājña Recontextualized: Part 1

The Hidden Treasure of Ghazni Gaṇapati

Malla Krīḍā: The Next Avenue of Appropriation

Śrī Gaṇeśa: The Hidden Messages in His Form

Culture Compatible Public Policy

Book Review - 'Caṇḍikā - The Story of Goddess Durgā and its Vedāntic Import'

Exploring the Concept of Unity as an Ecological Concern through Upaniṣads