Ancient Wisdom, Modern Understanding: The act of Validation
Dr Dinesh Soni
Validation is the act of making someone realise that he/she is important and deserves respect. Or in some cases, it is the process of accepting the authority of someone. Is…
Dr Dinesh Soni
The Timeless Appeal of Sculpture: A Closer Look at the Art
Whenever we visit a temple or monument, the beauty of sculptures always mesmerizes us. Recently, during the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir at Ayodhya, the sculpturer Arun Yogiraj became a…
Book review : Questions you always wanted to ask by Swami Mukundananda
Curiosity is the most basic virtue of existence. The curiosity is what keeps the world going and rising. Human, by nature, is a curious animal. Our mind generates hundreds of…
Guardians of the Locals: A look into Hindu Folk Deities
The phrase folk religion or folk deity is very commonly heard in terms of culture. Every state and region in India have a set of folk deities. After the release…
Consecration in an incomplete temple at Ayodhya: A fact check
Before I start writing this post, I want to make it aptly clear. I am not associated with any political party, or do not represent or endorse views of any.…
Brushstrokes of Tradition: Exploring the Artistry of Kerala Murals
A visit to the Shiva Temple in Ettumanoor, Mattancherry Palace and Vadakkumnatha kshetram will introduce us to a very beautiful and unique painting style, called as Kerala Mural painting. Kerela…
The Art of rule : Helping you lead better
Book name : The Art of Rule : 151 Shlokas on Good Governance and Statecraf Author : Deepali Vasishtha Publication : Rupa Publications Price: 295/- Often, in my lectures, I…
Decoding Vahana: Is it Truly Just a ‘Mount’ or Something More?
Introduction In our epics and Puranas, we read about different deities. The deities appear on earth for their devotees, they fight wars and they bless the devotees. And when they…
Daanam and CSR: The Sacred Art of Giving in Hinduism
Many epics and Purans tell story of Mahabali, one of the greatest kings the earth has seen. He is the grandson of Pralhada and descendent of sage Kashyapa. Mahabali is…
Beyond the Canvas: Maratha Style Paintings and their Cultural Significance
Chhatrapati Shivaji the Great was the founder of the Maratha Kingdom. From his time (1630-1680) onwards till the British established their rule, the Marathas continued to dominate the political scene…