Dhīti is a blog for long form essays, expressions of civilizational voice, cinema and literature review, and more.
An exploration of the myriad forms of Tripurā—from the aniconic Śrīcakra to her radiant, corporeal manifestations —situating the Goddess’s iconography and theology within the Tripurārahasya and other traditions.
Discover the evolution of Ganesha from Vinayaka, bringer of obstacles, to Vighneshvara, remover of obstacles. This article explores his myths, iconography, and rise as one of the most loved Hindu gods.
The makings and unmakings of a great dynasty.
A journey into village shrines, clan deities, and ancestral memories, where the sacred infuses every field, stone, and song. This reflective essay explores how Bhārata reveals a god in every speck.
The mukhaliṅga symbolizes the confluence of form and essence, uniting metaphysical subtlety, tāntrika energy, and devotional presence into a single sacred form that bridges the transcendent and immanent aspects of divinity.
The Hindu temple embodies cosmic order, sacred art, and transcendence—uniting architecture, symbolism, and darśana in the quest for the Absolute.
In the Hindu tradition, art is not merely aesthetic but a spiritual pursuit—an Advaitika journey where the artist, artwork, and viewer dissolve into a unified experience of the cosmic Self.
An exploration of the divine iconography of Umāmaheśvaramūrti, the depiction of Śiva and Pārvatī in intimate embrace, as seen in Hindu art and sculpture across time.
A long read detailing the discourse surrounding the Indian tradition of cremation evolved during the British rule from ancient ritual to a powerful symbol of resistance, redefining Hindu identity in the face of colonial and religious challenges.