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The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse of the History of Travancore Kingdom- Part Two

A continuation article that details an account of the Nair brigade, a group of personal troops for the Travancore Maharajas, and their role in the Indian army. Additionally, the article delves into the ambitious plans of Marthanda Varma, the king of Travancore, to conquer all of Kerala and re-establish the Chera kingdom.

Akshay Shankar, Kavita Krishna Meegama 20 min read

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Nerves of Steel, Muscles of Iron and Minds like Thunderbolt - A Hindu Monk’s Quest for Education

Learn about the educational philosophy of Svāmī Vivekānanda, as influenced by his guru Śrī Rāmakṛṣṇa Paramahaṃsa, who emphasized the importance of developing the physical, moral, and spiritual dimensions of individuals. Discover how Svāmījī's ideas on self-discovery and inner realization were shaped by his guru, and the importance of purity, patience, and perseverance on the path to knowledge and wisdom.

Dr. Anurag Shukla 9 min read

Indian Knowledge Systems

How Gurukulam Learning Differs from Regular Education - What I Learnt at AVG Part 2

A personal reflection of the writer's experience studying at the Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, and the transformative impact it had on her understanding of the self and her relationship with the world and God. Part 2 of 4.

Kavita Krishna Meegama 23 min read

Education

The Unity of Knowledge - A Tribute to E.O Wilson

A vision is not an easy thing to cultivate, especially when being tied up in the mundanities of life. Thankfully, we have the work of great men to guide us. This is our tribute to the great humanist and naturalist, Edward Wilson.

Anshuman Panda 7 min read

Culture And Policy

How Gurukulam Learning Differs from Regular Education - What I Learnt at AVG Part 1

A personal reflection of the writer's experience studying at the Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, and the transformative impact it had on her understanding of the self and her relationship with the world and God. Part 1 of 4.

Kavita Krishna Meegama 27 min read

Education

Chaṭh - a Living Tradition and Cultural Homecoming

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.

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The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse of the History of Travancore Kingdom- Part One

A journey through the history of Travancore's royal family, beginning from the Chera eras. And a reminder of the gratitude we owe to the ancient nobles who embodied vīra rasa and sevā bhāva.

Akshay Shankar, Kavita Krishna Meegama 14 min read

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Towards Understanding the Aghorī Paramparā – Part 2

The second article in this three part series takes a comprehensive and detailed look at the Aghorī-s. The author is a sādhaka within the Aghorī paraṃparā of the nātha saṃpradāyam.

Kavita Krishna Meegama, Prabhav Paturi 14 min read

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Kalaripayattu

Kalaripayaṭṭu must be elevated, as a traditional psychophysiological discipline, as a ‘scientific’ system of physical culture, and as an arena of experience and self-transformation: the crucible of the individual’s experience where embodied practice helps shape a self.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 12 min read

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The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse of the History of Travancore Kingdom- Part Two

Nerves of Steel, Muscles of Iron and Minds like Thunderbolt - A Hindu Monk’s Quest for Education

How Gurukulam Learning Differs from Regular Education - What I Learnt at AVG Part 2

The Unity of Knowledge - A Tribute to E.O Wilson

How Gurukulam Learning Differs from Regular Education - What I Learnt at AVG Part 1

Chaṭh - a Living Tradition and Cultural Homecoming

The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse of the History of Travancore Kingdom- Part One

Towards Understanding the Aghorī Paramparā – Part 2

Kalaripayattu

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