Pointers for Why study our ancient texts?

Ancient texts are time tested life lessons. They established the principles, rules, traditions and norms, and manner in which one should lead and live life, perform duties and how laws and our karma effects us during our lifetime and thereafter.

Our texts, history contains events, timelines and their consequences and they practically orient us to perform our duties and karma in the most meaningful manner having regard to each and every act and situation.

Even one were to say, times have changed, but the laws of universe & karma have remained consistent and constant through out these centuries and have been proven through out these times.

They also highlight, how our own thoughts, words and deeds affects us and our environment.
So one might conclude that, almost all religious, spiritual and cultural texts, have their foundation on the above phrase, some however interpret it in a different manner .

Definitely it is not a bad idea to explore a topic of one’s own interests.

For example:

Ramayan relates more to struggles pertaining to Power, Throne, Kingdom, Duties, and Dominance.

While Mahabharat is more related to disputes pertaining to territory, property and Dharma.

The Upanishads are a collection of texts which form the philosophical foundation of spirituality, metaphysics, and the nature of reality and  explore profound philosophical questions about existence, the nature of the self, and the ultimate reality.

 They provide guidance for spiritual growth and self-realization, emphasizing the importance of inner knowledge and meditation. The Upanishads are the basis for the Vedanta school of philosophy, which is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy.

In addition there are many other varied ancient texts for one’s knowledge and research and analysis.

These ancient texts continue to inspire and guide seekers of truth and wisdom, offering timeless insights into the nature of existence and the path to spiritual fulfillment.
Hence Explore, Research and Analyse.

As the famous quote goes, “Teach your children Dharma before someone teaches them Adharma.”

Mumbai: 4th January, 2025

मुंबई : पौष शुक्ल ५, १९४६ 

Disclaimer:
The above information is a broad interpretation of our ancient texts, and meant only for general reading and information purposes only.
Hence, may not be accurate, complete and correct, for more information please refer the relevant texts, also consult an expert if required. More research required, as these are mere pointers and aren’t exhaustive. Study more discuss and analyse.

Guru Gobind Singh Quotes


“The greatest comforts and lasting peace are obtained, when one eradicates selfishness from within.”



“I came into the world charged with the duty to uphold the right in every place, to destroy sin and evil… the only reason I took birth was to see that righteousness may flourish, that good may live, and tyrants be torn out by their roots.”



“Those who call me God, will fall into the deep pit of hell.  Regard me as one of his slaves and have no doubt whatever about it. I am a servant of the Supreme Being; and have come to behold the wonderful drama of life.”


“I tell the truth; listen everyone. Only those who have Loved, will realise the Lord”



“Those who worship and adore the Lord through the Guru’s Word forget all their pain and suffering.”


"Whosoever assumes a religious garb pleases not God even a bit. O ye men, understand this clearly in your minds, that God is attained not through showmanship. They who practice deceit, attain not Deliverance in the Hereafter. They do so only to accomplish the affairs of the world and even the kings worship them for their appearance! But through showmanship, God is attained not, howsoever one searches. He who subdues his mind alone recognizes the Transcendent God."



“Fruitful is the entire life of those, who feel hunger for the Name of the Lord in their minds.”

“Day and night, meditate forever on the Lord.”

“I fall at the feet of those who meditate on the Truest of the True.”


“Blessed, blessed is the True Guru, who has given the supreme gift of the Name of the Lord.”

~ Guru Gobind Singh


Reference:
https://www.azquotes.com/author/46928-Guru_Gobind_Singh


Mumbai: 6th January, 2025
मुंबई : पौष शुक्ल ७,( गुरू गोविंदसिंग जयंती), १९४६

Importance and brief History ( Itihaas) of Kumbh Mela .

The Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj, ( Uttar Pradesh) beginning on 13th January  till 26th February, holds immense religious and spiritual significance in our cultural history.

This event is deeply rooted in our history, particularly the legend of the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean) described in ancient texts like the Puranas.

According to the Samudra Manthan, the Gods (Devas) and demons (Asuras) churned the ocean to obtain Amrit (nectar of immortality).

During this cosmic struggle, a pot of Amrit emerged, and to protect it from the demons, Lord Vishnu, disguised as Mohini, took the pot and fled.

As Shri Vishnu, traveled, a few drops of the nectar fell at four locations: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik. These places became sacred sites for the Kumbh Mela. Hence, Kumbha Melas are held at these places every 12 years on a rotational basis. This year it is being  held at Prayagraj.

The Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj is especially significant because it is held at the Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and (the unseen) Saraswati rivers meet.

Pilgrims believe that taking a holy dip in the sacred waters at this confluence will purify their souls, wash away sins, and help them attain Moksha (Liberation of the soul).

The 2025 Kumbh Mela is particularly special as it is a Maha Kumbh, occurring once every 144 years, due to a rare astronomical alignment of planets and stars.

This celestial alignment is believed to enhance the spiritual power of the gathering, making it an auspicious time for prayers and rituals. It signifies spiritual rebirth.



The current Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh is the biggest event on Earth, with about 45 Crores people (which is far more than the entire population of USA)  expected from all over the globe, in less than 45 days.

Considering the scale and complexity of this holy event, one is tempted to compare this Naya Bharat’s Maha Kumbh Mela event to lifting of Mount Mandara, in Bhagvat Puran, Honourable Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Shri Yogi Adityanath and his entire team deserves not just our appreciation but full hearted support from all of us, for their untiring efforts to organise it on such a mammoth scale.


References :

https://kumbh.gov.in/

https://prayagraj.nic.in/event/maha-kumbh-mela-2025/

https://shrigurumaharishi.org/2020/06/22/the-churning-of-the-ocean-samudra-manthan-from-the-bhagavata-purana/

https://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report-maha-kumbh-mela-2025-check-dates-of-shahi-snan-history-significance-and-more-3125892?citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054

Mumbai : 8th January, 2025

मुंबई : पौष शुक्ल ९,  १९४६

Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (held on 9th January, 2025)

NRIs and PIOs are in many ways India’s connect to the world and often called the ‘living bridge’
Diaspora a ‘living bridge to India’s rise’
India will be unique among rising powers in that it has effectively used, is using, and will continue to use its diaspora as a critical pathway to globalization and to its ascent in the international order."

- Honourable External Affairs Minister Mr. Subramanian Jaishankar.

https://www.prameyanews.com/pbdjaishankar-highlights-odishas-role-in-indias-growth-and-indian-diaspora-key-to-globalisation








विश्व हिंदी दिवस (Vishwa Hindi Diwas)


जिस देश को अपनी भाषा और साहित्य का गौरव का अनुभव नहीं है, वह उन्नत नहीं हो सकता ।
- डॉ. राजेंद्र प्रसाद

सभी भारतीय भाषाओं के लिए यदि कोई एक लिपी आवश्यक है तो वो देवनागरी ही हो सकती है ।
-जस्टिस कृष्णस्वामी अय्यर


मैं दुनिया की सभी भाषाओं की इज्जत करता हूं पर मेरे देश में हिंदी की इज्जत न हो, यह मैं सह नहीं सकता । 

- आचार्य विनोबा भावे


राष्ट्रभाषा के बिना राष्ट्र गूंगा है ।
-महात्मा गांधी

हम आत्मनिर्भर तब होंगे जब भाषा में भी आत्मनिर्भर होंगे ।
- डॉक्टर सुधांशू त्रिवेदी


भारतीय गौरव एवं राष्ट्रीय एकता का प्रतीक हिंदी भाषा का अपनी अद्भुत भावाभिव्यक्ति के कारण विश्व में सर्वोच्च स्थान हैं ।
आईऐ हम सभी विश्व में सर्वाधिक प्रयोग कि जाने वाली भाषाओं में से एक हिंदी भाषा के उत्थान के लिये संकल्पित हो ।
-डॉक्टर संबित पात्रा



हिंदी भाषा नहीं भावो कि अभिव्यक्ती है
यह मातृभूमी पर मर मिटने की भक्ती है ।
विश्व हिंदी दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं ।


https://www.jansatta.com/lifestyle/happy-world-hindi-day-2024-quotes-vishwa-hindi-diwas-wishes-images-shayari-status-messages/3154341/

https://www.aajtak.in/education/story/ten-inspirational-quotes-on-hindi-language-312616-2015-09-14

Mumbai : 10th January, 2025

मुंबई : पौष शुक्ल ११( पुत्रदा एकादशी), १९४६ 

Inspirational and Motivational Quotes by Swami Vivekanand

   “Talk to yourself once in a day, otherwise you may miss meeting an intelligent person in this world.”
   

“You cannot believe in God until you believe in yourself.”
 

 “You have to grow from the inside out. None can teach you, none can make you spiritual. There is no other teacher but your own soul.”
 

 “We are what our thoughts have made us; so take care about what you think. Words are secondary. Thoughts live; they travel far.”

  

 “Arise! Awake! And stop not until the goal is reached.”



  “Books are infinite in number and time is short. The secret of knowledge is to take what is essential. Take that and try to live up to it.”
  

“Ask nothing; want nothing in return. Give what you have to give; it will come back to you but do not think of that now.”


“Never think there is anything impossible for the soul. It is the greatest heresy to think so. If there is sin, this is the only sin; to say that you are weak, or others are weak."

“That man has reached immortality who is disturbed by nothing material.”


“Our duty is to encourage every one in his struggle to live up to his own highest idea, and strive at the same time to make the ideal as near as possible to the Truth.”


“When an idea exclusively occupies the mind, it is transformed into an actual physical or mental state.”



“They alone live, who live for others.”

- Swami Vivekanand



Reference:
https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/swami-vivekananda-quotes-1681988539-1#google_vignette



Mumbai: 12th January, 2025
मुंबई : पौष शुक्ल १४ (विवेकानंद जयंती, राजमाता जिजाऊसाहेब जयंती), १९४६

Makar Sankrant has its origins in the Sanskrit words “Sankramana” and “Kala”,  which means Transition Time.

 It is on this Day the Sun enters Capricorn sign ( Makar Rashi) and is also the beginning of Sun's journey towards Northern Hemisphere (Uttarayan).

Due to this, there are also co-ordinating changes in our inner energies or chakra (the kundalini shakti) which also begins to rise.

Hence, wishing You and Your Family A Very Happy Makar Sankrant !!!

मकर संक्रांतीच्या हार्दिक शुभेच्छा !!!

तीळगुळ घ्या आणि गोड गोड बोला !!!

Reference:

https://pujayagna.com/blogs/hindu-festivals/makar-sankranti

Mumbai : 14th January, 2025

मुंबई: पौष शुक्ल पोर्णिमा, १९४६

धर्मवीर छत्रपती संभाजीराजे भोसले यांच्या राज्याभिषेकाच्या मंगल दिनी हार्दिक शुभेच्छा

ज्या शिवपुत्रानी आपला धर्म कधीही सोडला नाही आणि ज्या राजाने आपल्या धर्मासाठी व प्रजेसाठी बलिदान दिले असा राजा हिंदवी स्वराज्याला लाभला हे आमचे भाग्य आहे.

जय भवानी,🙏 जय शंभुराजे. 🙏

Mumbai: 16th January, 2025
मुंबई पौष कृष्ण ३, १९४६

Power (Shakti) the Currency of Statecraft in three Categories and Priorities.

Kautilya defines and prioritises power and insists that all three must exist but ideally they need to be in the following priority :-

Priority 1 – Mantra-shakti or Mantri-shakti (Power of counsel and diplomacy). 

Kautilya is cognizant that war is not the top priority and is the last resort and thus has this dictum as the top priority.

Priority 2 – Prabhav-shakti (Power of treasury and army). This is clearly what we understand today as economic might and military capacity. It also means, if forced into war economic and military capabilities will be decisive and regarded as a “Power”.

Priority 3 – Uttsah-shakti (Power  of personal energy). This is what may be now given in any leadership and management manual. The personal energies of the leaders and its team, citizens have a decisive effect as a collective Power. Kautilya considers Uttsah ( personal energy and enthusiasm) as a Power.

Reference:
https://www.usiofindia.org/publication-journal/kautilyas-arthashastra-and-its-relevance-to-contemporary-strategic-studies.html

Mumbai: 15th January, 2025
मुंबई: पौष कृष्ण २, १९४६.

National Startup Day is celebrated on 16 January every year. The day honours the creativity, determination, spirit of startup founders. With over 99,000 registered firms and an ecosystem worth $500 billion, India is the world’s third-largest startup cluster.

Startup Policy Forum (SPF) has launched ‘Startup Baithak’ and ‘Startup Baatcheet’ to celebrate National Startup Day 2025 With DPIIT and Startup India.

Launch of Vikaspedia
Vikaspedia is a nationwide multilingual AI  enabled knowledge-sharing platform that provides digital resources for societal development. The portal is available in 23 languages.

It's a robust, user-focused digital ecosystem that provides a level playing ground for all to create, access, utilize and share universally accessible information that is multilingual, multi-modal, multi-sectoral, reliable, and pro-development.

The Vikaspedia collaborative knowledge sharing portal is an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology , Government of India and implemented by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Hyderabad.

For more information visit
www.vikaspedia.in

Now create, share, explore knowledge in your own language.

Mumbai: 16th January, 2025
मुंबई पौष कृष्ण ३, १९४६

Heartiest Congratulations Team ISRO and making Indians proud yet again, by achieving successful Docking of 2 Satellites under the SpaDeX mission for the very first time and taking India in the Elite 4 !!!

It's the hard work, efforts, and consistency in performance of Team ISRO, along with good wishes from citizens of India, that has made a habit of hearing good news from ISRO, time and again...just hoping this habit continues throughout...

Mumbai: 16th January, 2025
मुंबई पौष कृष्ण ३, १९४६

Quotes on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose


Netaji demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the cause of India’s freedom. His unparalleled courage and charisma inspired Indians to fight fearlessly against colonial rule. His powerful personality had profound impact on our freedom struggle. The nation will always remember Netaji with utmost gratitude.

--Smt Draupadi Murmu, Honourable President of India.




Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, gifted with indomitable spirit and selfless service to the nation. The government has decided to celebrate his birthday 23rd January every year as Parakram Diwas and rightly so.

Our youth must always remember The fortitude these people exhibited in the face of grave adversity, this will infuse in all of you a fervour for nationalism.

“शहीदों की चिताओं पर जुड़ेंगे हर बरस मेले।
वतन पर मरनेवालों का यही बाक़ी निशाँ होगा॥

कभी वह दिन भी आएगा जब अपना राज देखेंगे।
जब अपनी ही ज़मीं होगी और अपना आसमाँ होगा॥“

यह आज चरितार्थ हो रहा है आजादी के लंबे समय बाद इसको हर पल महसूस किया जा रहा है हर दृष्टि से किया जा रहा है।

- Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Honourable Vice President of India.



Mumbai: 23rd January, 2025
मुंबई: पौष कृष्ण ९, १९४६

'नोकऱ्या मागण्यापेक्षा नोकऱ्या देणारे होऊ ही महत्त्वाकांक्षा बाळगा’


‘तुमच्याकडे आत्मविश्वास असेल, तर जगाच्या पाठीवर कुठेही तुम्हाला मरण नाही.’


‘जीवनात एकदा निर्णय घेतला की मागे फिरू नका, कारण मागे फिरणारे इतिहास रचू शकत नाहीत.’

‘एकजुटीने राहा, जाती आणि वाद गाडून मराठी माणसांची भक्कम एकजूट उभारा. तरच तुम्ही टिकाल आणि महाराष्ट्रही टिकेल.’


‘वयाने म्हातारे झालात तरी चालेल, पण विचाराने कधी म्हातारे होऊ नका.’

--हिंदूहृदयसम्राट श्री बाळासाहेब ठाकरे


Reference:
https://zeenews.india.com/marathi/photos/shiv-sena-foundation-day-best-balasaheb-thackeray-quotes-and-speeches-photos/818359/shiv-sena-foundation-day-best-balasaheb-thackeray-quotes-and-speeches-photos-818365



Mumbai: 23rd January, 2025
मुंबई: पौष कृष्ण ९, १९४६

The day is observed to mark the death anniversary of freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru.

Shaheed Diwas remembers all the valiant warriors who fought and sacrificed their lives for their country, their motherland.



Some Quotes of Shaheed Bhagat Singh.


“They may kill me, but they cannot kill my ideas. They can crush my body, but they will not be able to crush my spirit."


"Revolution is an inalienable right of mankind. Freedom is an imperishable birthright of all."


“But man's duty is to try and endeavour, success depends upon chance and environments.”

“Philosophy is the outcome of human weakness or limitation of knowledge.”

“Merciless criticism and independent thinking are the two necessary traits of revolutionary thinking.”

"I am a man and all that affects mankind concerns me."

"I am such a lunatic that I am free even in jail"

May the sun in his course visit no land freer, happier, more lovely, than this our own country.

'Study' was the cry that reverberated in the corridors of my mind. Study to enable yourself to face the arguments advanced by opposition. Study to arm yourself with arguments in favour of your cult. I began to study."

                                   ---Shaheed Bhagat Singh




Some Quotes of Shaheed Sukhdev Thapar


Real patriotism is not in mere words but in action.”





दे सलामी इस तिरंगे को

दे सलामी इस तिरंगे को

जिस से तेरी शान हैं,

सर हमेशा ऊँचा रखना इसका

जब तक दिल में जान हैं!






शहादत पर सौ सौ सलाम होना

शहादत पर सौ सौ सलाम होना चाहिए,

अबके घमासान ही सही नाही युद्ध विराम होना चाहिए,

कर दिया ना-पाक के, आतंक के,

टुकड़े टुकड़े ये इल्ज़ाम हम ही पर होना चाहिए.




हर्षोउल्लास की हुई थी

हर्षोउल्लास की हुई थी बारिश,

सावन का हसीं महीना था,

प्रफुल्लित हुआ था देश हमारा,

देशभक्तो का तन गया सीना था,

इस बार न मांगी भिक्षा पंडित ने,

कटोरी में हक़ को छिना था.




आपको सत सत नमन् धन्या

आपको सत सत नमन् धन्या हुई ,

वो माटी जिस पर तूने जन्मा लिया,

शीश नवाये उस माता को जिसने तुझको जन्मा दिया,

सीने में गोली खाकर हंसते हंसते मरने वाले तुझे प्रणाम..
                                             शहीद सुखदेव थापर




Some Quotes of Shaheed Shivaram Rajguru



"When Dharma or the nation is in
trouble, only arms are useful. The British are inflicting all sorts of injuries and insults on us and I do not expect them to refrain from those acts merely because we are requesting them. If you remember even in Vishnu Sahasranama one of the names of the Lord is 'SarvaPraharanayuddh' - one who is ever decorated with arms."



I'm a soldier of the revolution,"

---Shaheed Shivaram Rajguru




References

https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/shaheed-diwas-1647952184-1

https://postive.digital/blogs/shaheed-diwas-2025.html



https://swarajyamag.com/ideas/shivaram-rajguru-the-lesser-known-martyr-of-the-three-revolutionaries

https://www.imeuswe.in/famous-families/Shivaram-Rajguru





Mumbai: 23rd March, 2025
मुंबई: फाल्गुन कृष्णपक्ष ९ (शहीद दिवस), १९४६.

डॉ. केशव बलिराम हेडगेवार के 'प्रेरक वचन'

जीवन में निस्वार्थ भावना आए बिना ख़रा अनुशासन निर्माण नहीं होता।


राष्ट्र रक्षा के समान कोई पुण्य नहीं, राष्ट्र रक्षा के समान कोई व्रत नहीं, राष्ट्र रक्षा के समान कोई यज्ञ नहीं - अतः राष्ट्र रक्षा सर्वोपरि होनी चाहिए।


हिंदुत्व के हित की रक्षा के लिए, युवाओं की सोच को बदलना संघ का परम लक्ष्य है।

अपने हिंदू समाज को बलशाली और संगठित करने के लिए ही, राष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक संघ ने जन्म लिया है।


कुछ लोगों को स्वधर्म के संरक्षण में दूसरों का धर्म विद्वेष दिखता है, किंतु अपने धर्म के संरक्षण में दूसरे के धर्म का विरोध कैसे हो सकता है!

अपने निजी मान सम्मान की शुद्र भावनाओं को त्यागकर, हमें प्रेम तथा नम्रता के साथ अपने समाज को सभी भाइयों के पास पहुंचाना होगा।

हमारा निश्चय और स्पष्ट ध्येय ही, हमारी प्रगति का मूल कारण है।

प्रत्येक व्यक्ति को, अपने चरित्र पर विचार करना चाहिए। अपने चरित्र को कभी भी कमजोर व क्षीण ना होने दें।


बिना कष्ट उठाए और बिना स्वार्थ त्याग किए, हमें कुछ भी फल मिलना असंभव है।

संघ का लक्ष्य भारत राष्ट्र को पुनः परम वैभव तक ले जाना है।

--- डॉ. केशव बलिराम हेडगेवार, राष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक संघ संस्थापक.

Mumbai: 1st April, 2025
मुंबई: चैत्र शुद्ध ४,(विनायक चतुर्थी) १९४७.



Reference:

https://blog.vayam.app/2022/03/50-keshav-baliram-hedgewar-quotes-in.html?m=1

Books 📚 are one of the oldest and reliable sources of information and knowledge.

They literally don't require much energy to read, just open them and you can read them anywhere, anytime.

Apart from that, they also trigger one's imagination and enhance creativity.

Books are a person's best companion, especially for self-study, research, and focused learning.

Indeed, it is believed that the books or texts are primary building blocks and foundation of any education and knowledge-based system.

It's often said, if a person's library is bigger or wider than his TV cabinet, then he is a knowledgeable person.

A reading habit is your path to education, knowledge, and success.


Mumbai: 2nd April, 2025
मुंबई: चैत्र शुद्ध ५, १९४७.

🚩🙏 जय श्री राम 🚩🙏

Excerpts from Shriram Raksha Stotra
श्री राम रक्षा के कुछ अंश |


एतां रामबलोपेतां रक्षां यः सुकृती पठेत् ।
स चिरायुः सुखी पुत्री विजयी विनयी भवेत् ॥ १०॥


etāṃ rāmabalopetāṃ rakṣāṃ yaḥ sukṛtī paṭhet .
sa cirāyuḥ sukhī putrī vijayī vinayī bhavet .. 10..


May the good man read this Stotra (hymn) equable to all the power of Rama be blessed with long life, be blessed with children, be victorious and possess humility (10)




रामेति रामभद्रेति रामचन्द्रेति वा स्मरन् ।
नरो न लिप्यते पापैः भुक्तिं मुक्तिं च विन्दति ॥ १२॥


rāmeti rāmabhadreti rāmachandreti vā smaran .
naro na lipyate pāpaiḥ bhuktiṃ muktiṃ cha vindati .. 12..


(The one who) remembers Rama, Rambhadra and Ramachandra (The poet has used these names for the same Lord Rama)। Sins never get attached to him, he will prosper and attain salvation ॥12॥



आरामः कल्पवृक्षाणां विरामः सकलापदाम् ।
अभिरामस्त्रिलोकानां रामः श्रीमान् स नः प्रभुः ॥ १६॥

ārāmaḥ kalpavṛkṣāṇāṃ virāmaḥ sakalāpadām .
abhirāmastrilokānāṃ rāmaḥ śrīmān sa naḥ prabhuḥ .. 16..


Rama, who grants all desires (like a wish fulfilling tree), removes all obstacles and is the praise of all three worlds, is our `Lord’ indeed. (16)

शरण्यौ सर्वसत्त्वानां श्रेष्ठौ सर्वधनुष्मताम् ।
रक्षः कुलनिहन्तारौ त्रायेतां नो रघूत्तमौ ॥ १९॥

śaraṇyau sarvasattvānāṃ śreṣṭhau sarvadhanuṣmatām .
rakṣaḥ kulanihantārau trāyetāṃ no raghūttamau .. 19..

May these two scions of Raghu protect us, the foremost among the archers, the destroyers of the demons and the refuge of all beings, (may they) protect us. (19)

रामं दुर्वादलश्यामं पद्माक्षं पीतवाससम् ।
स्तुवन्ति नामभिर्दिव्यैः न ते संसारिणो नरः ॥ २५॥

rāmaṃ durvādalaśyāmaṃ padmākṣaṃ pītavāsasam .
stuvanti nāmabhirdivyaiḥ na te saṃsāriṇo naraḥ .. 25..


Those who sing the praise of Rama who is, dark-complexioned like the leaf of green grass, who is lotus-eyed and dressed in yellow robes, those who sing the praise of Him through this Hymn, are no longer ordinary men trapped in the world (they are liberated) (25)


Reference:

https://shlokam.org/ramarakshastotram/

Mumbai : 6th April 2025

मुंबई: चैत्र शुद्ध ९, (श्री राम नवमी), १९४७.

World Homoeopathy Day, marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the Father of Homoeopathy.

Similia Similibus Curantur "like cures like". 

Homeopathy was founded by German physician Dr. Samuel Hahnemann in the late 18th century. 

He based it on the principle of  "Similia Similibus Curantur " (like cures like), which asserts that substances capable of producing symptoms in healthy individuals can be used to treat similar symptoms in those who are ill.

Homeopathy gained immense popularity in Europe and America during the 19th century, particularly during epidemics like cholera and typhoid. 

It was often favored over conventional medicine due to its perceived safety and effectiveness compared to harsh treatments and invasive techniques.

Homeopathy has been traditionally used to treat various diseases, including psychosomatic disorders, allergies, and certain chronic conditions.

It emphasizes a holistic approach by considering individual characteristics and symptoms. It is often believed that Homeopathic healthcare is focused on healing the patient and not just the disease or symptoms.

- Holistic Approach: Homeopathy treats patients as a whole, focusing not just on the symptoms or locational aspects but also on psychological, social, and physical well-being. Practitioners consider individual characteristics when prescribing remedies.

- Non-Toxic Remedies: Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted, often to the point where they are chemically indistinguishable from the solvent. This makes them generally safe with no known toxic side effects.

- Patient-Centric Treatment: Homeopathy often involves detailed consultations, which can have a therapeutic effect, helping patients feel heard and understood.

- Scientific Debate: Despite its popularity, homeopathy is considered pseudoscientific by many mainstream scientists due to a lack of empirical evidence supporting its efficacy beyond placebo effects.

- Modern Applications: Despite controversies, homeopathy continues to be popular for treating conditions where conventional medicine might not provide satisfactory relief. It is also valued for its focus on prevention and health maintenance.

Homeopathy can be regarded as a Holistic and Silent Heathcare. 

References:

https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2120393

https://shmch.delhi.gov.in/en/shmch/history-homeopathy

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1676328/

https://nursingclio.org/2015/06/09/a-short-history-of-homeopathy/

https://www.ccrhindia.nic.in/index1.aspx?lsid=1671&lev=2&lid=610&Regid=0&langid=1

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1297514/

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/homeopathy

https://en.vikaspedia.in/viewcontent/health/ayush/homeopathy/homoeopathy

https://www.freepik.com/pikaso/ai-image-generator

Mumbai : 10th April, 2025

मुंबई: चैत्र शुद्ध १३, (अनंग त्रयोदशी),  १९४७

Mahatma Jyotirao Phule son of Chinmabai and Govind Rao Phule was born in 1827. His father was a gardener and he lost his mother at a very young age.

On admission to school his father Govind Rao Phule told young Jyoti Rao to study well and make us proud.

Young Jyoti Rao continued with his reading and studies despite challenges and adversities.

At young age he married Savitribai and taught her basics and the importance of education and school, despite during those times, girls weren’t allowed to go school.

He always believed learning helps ones thought process and assists creative thinking in form of new ideas. He also learned the art of fighting.
 

Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule always believed education is the key to right conduct and a reformed society hence he and Savitribai started schools and became teachers.

However adversity and intolerance among certain groups made him leave his home. The Phule  couple faced lot of oppression from certain section of society and groups
However even after so much pressure the couple did not succumb but successfully ran 3 schools in 1852, and continued their mission further by opening many libraries and schools.
 

Soon efforts of both were recognised and were honoured. They further carried out their social work by participating and creating awareness and preventing infanticide of children and rehabilitation of widows.

Mahatma Phule formed many social and charitable organizations and forums, one of the prominent organisation was Satya Shodhak Samaj (a group to seek the truth) which became a National Movement.

Jyotiba ( as he was fondly called ) also worked for justice and betterment of farmers and workers.

His entire life was totally dedicated for the cause of oppressed, poor and needy, his family fought for justice and upliftment of the poor and the oppressed.

They firmly believed education defeats prejudice and is the key to social reforms, awareness and upliftment.

His social work and efforts, will always be remembered as a milestone and epitome for creating a new society development.


Mumbai: 11th April, 2025.
मुंबई: चैत्र शुद्ध १४, (महात्मा फुले जयंती), १९४७.

Life Lessons of Shri Hanuman (in short).

Also known as the Son of Pawan, (The Wind God).

Also referred to as Gyan Gun Sagar meaning Ocean of Wisdom and Virtues or Sea of Knowledge and Qualities.

One of the 7 Chiranjeevi’s (The immortal).

The Chiranjeevi’s are believed to exist till the end of Kalyug for the benefit of mankind and Mother Earth.

They are believed to be existing even today and will exist till the end of Kalyug.


There are references of the existence of Shri Hanuman in various previous Yugas.

In Sat Yug as a follower of Lord Shiva

In Treta Yug as devotee of Shriram.

In Dwapar Yug he met Bheem and Arjun and was the emblem of Arjun's chariot.

In forthcoming Kalyug, He will await arrival of Lord Kalki and restore Satyug.


Shree Hanuman changed his form (रूप ) according to circumstances ( भीम रुप, सुक्ष्म रूप).

Carried the Gods on his shoulders

Moved the mountains

He is the perpetual rescuer of humanity.

He is the greatest logistics expert

Shree Hanuman is epitome of devotion and courage

The greatest Ram Bhakt.

His connection with the Sun God is just not limited about his leap towards him but also in Shree Hanuman Chalisa.



Shree Hanuman Chalisa precisely calculates the distance between Earth And Sun.


जुग सहस्त्र योजन पर भानु, लील्यो ताहिमधुर फल जानू II १८ II


"Yug Sahasra Yojan Par Bhanu, Leelyo taahi Madhura Phal jaanu".

1 Yug = 12,000
1 Sahasra = 1,000
1 Yojana = 8 Miles
Yug x Sahasra x Yojana = 12,000 x 1,000 x 8 miles = 96,000,000 miles

Where 1 mile = 1.6 Kilometres 96,000,000 miles x 1.6 kilometres = 153,600,000 Kilometres Sun.

Shree Hanuman Chalisa is believed to be one of most powerful mantras.

🚩🙏 || Jai Shree Ram|| || Jai Hanuman || 🚩🙏

Mumbai: 12th April, 2025

मुंबई: चैत्र शुद्ध पौर्णिमा (हनुमान जन्मोत्सव), १९४७.

Select quotes of Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar.

I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved.

Freedom of mind is the real freedom.

A person whose mind is not free though he may not be in chains, is a slave, not a free man.

One whose mind is not free, though he may not be in prison, is a prisoner and not a free man.

One whose mind is not free though alive, is no better than dead. Freedom of mind is the proof of one's existence.

Cultivation of mind should be the ultimate aim of human existence.

Unlike a drop of water which loses its identity when it joins the ocean, man does not lose his being in the society in which he lives. Man's life is independent.

He is born not for the development of the society alone, but for the development of his self too.

Humans are mortal. So are ideas. An idea needs propagation as much as a plant needs watering. Otherwise both will wither and die.

Constitution is not a mere lawyers document, it is a vehicle of Life, and its spirit is always the spirit of Age.

A bitter thing cannot be made sweet. The taste of anything can be changed. But poison cannot be changed into nectar.

A great man is different from an eminent one in that he is ready to be the servant of the society.

Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar 

Chief Architect of Constitution of Bharat.

Reference:

https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/618535.B_R_Ambedkar

Mumbai: 14th April, 2025.
मुंबई: चैत्र कृष्णपक्ष १, (पुतांडू, बैसाखी, विशु , डॉ. बाबासाहेब आंबेडकर जयंती) १९४७.

As a student of English language, and law, I would like to learn more about the technical terms:

1. Scope and limits of an authority 
2. Jurisdiction, scope, limits and area of its power or orders etc.
3. Overriding powers.
4. Exceeding Authority or Powers.
5. Trespassing 
6. Overlapping or Super ceding others' authority, power, or jurisdiction.
7. To remain within one's limits.
8. Remedies available for above.

Please guide 🙏

Mumbai: 18th April, 2025

मुंबई: चैत्र कृष्णपक्ष ५, ( गुड फ्रायडे), १९४७.

Books have been primarily foundational and building blocks of all the civilization or culture since ancient times.

They are basic fabric and guiding principles and structure of all civilization across the world.

Hence since time immemorial these foundation structures like libraries, cultural, spiritual, historical and heritage structures have been targeted by the invaders because these structures have always been precious resource to its civilization and were hubs of knowledge, wisdom, intellectual, and spiritual growth, of those civilizations and hence, they were targeted by the invaders.

Udantpuri University Bihar was targeted by the invaders, where Hindu and Buddhism books were destroyed.

Simhapuri University Bengal of Pala dynasty spread over 27 acres of land, was targeted by the invaders where Buddhist and Hindu books were burnt.

Bakhtiyar Khilji ( The biggest destroyer of Universities) and his troops destroyed best libraries in India we lost about 9,000,000 invaluable manuscript including Nalanda University  which burned for 3 months.

Vikramshila University which was spread across 100 acres was also targeted.

Jagadala university in Bengal which  was a library of Tantrik books including many Tibetan books was also targeted.

Vallabhiin Gujarat of Mitraka kings where Hindu and Buddhist books were destroyed.

Vikrampur Vihara in Bengal and Raigad Fort and  many other forts in Maharashtra were also targeted by invaders and many sacred, ancient, and historical manuscripts were destroyed.

These are chronological overview of notable events involving the destruction of libraries and historical texts by various invaders worldwide, including India:

Ancient and Classical Periods:

- Library of Alexandria (Egypt)

  - Around 48 BCE, during Julius Caesar’s siege of Alexandria, a fire spread from the burning of Egyptian ships in the harbor, damaging the library. The extent of destruction is debated, but the library survived in some form afterward.

- Between 270-275 CE, the Palmyrene invasion and subsequent imperial counterattack likely destroyed what remained of the library.

- In 642 CE, during the Arab conquest under Amr ibn al-As, later Arabic sources claim Caliph Umar ordered the burning of the remaining books, though historians doubt the accuracy of this story and suggest the library was already gone by then.

Medieval to Early Modern Periods:

- Imperial Library of Constantinople (Byzantine Empire).

  - Established around 350 CE, it stood for over 1,000 years but was ultimately lost to history, likely destroyed during the fall of Constantinople in 1453.

Colonial and Modern Periods:

- Destruction in India by Islamic Invaders

  - Various Islamic invasions in India saw the destruction of libraries and archives.

- Jaffna Public Library (Sri Lanka)

  - In May 1981, a mob including plainclothes police officers burned down the library in Jaffna, destroying around 95,000 volumes, one of the largest collections in South Asia.

- Royal Library of the Kings of Burma (Mandalay Palace)

  - Between 1885-1887, British troops looted and burned the royal library at the end of the Third Anglo-Burmese War.

- Lebanese National Library

  - Suffered significant damage during the Lebanese Civil War starting in 1975, with many precious manuscripts disappearing.

- National Library of Cambodia

  - Burned by the Khmer Rouge regime between 1976-1979, losing most books and bibliographical records.

Other Notable Incidents

-  Barcelona’s Pompeu Fabra Catalan Library

  - Burned in 1939 by Franco’s troops during the Spanish Civil War, symbolizing an attack on Catalan culture and language.

- University of Alabama Library (USA)

  - Destroyed in 1865 by Union troops during the American Civil War, losing about 7,000 volumes.

This timeline reflects a long history of cultural and intellectual losses due to warfare, conquest, and political repression across different regions.

Mumbai: 23rd April, 2025

मुंबई: चैत्र कृष्णपक्ष १०, (नाना महाराज तराणेकर, इंदोर, पुण्यतिथी) १९४७.

References:

A Brief History of Book Burning, From the Printing Press to Internet … https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/brief-history-book-burning-printing-press-internet-archives-180964697/

6 Famous Libraries That Were Tragically Destroyed – Book Riot https://bookriot.com/famous-libraries-that-were-tragically-destroyed/

Manuscripts Don’t Burn: a Timeline of Literary Censorship … https://pen.org/censorship-history-book-bans/

5 Ancient Libraries Lost to History – Owlcation https://owlcation.com/humanities/Five-Libraries-of-the-Ancient-World

Historical Libraries: The Library of Alexandria https://www.mymcpl.org/blogs/historical-libraries-library-alexandria

List of Libraries destroyed by Islamic Invaders in India – Arise Bharat https://arisebharat.com/2021/08/24/list-of-libraries-destroyed-by-islamic-invaders-in-india/

The Educational Heritage of Ancient India – Sahana Singh

Universities in Ancient India – DG Apte

Other information and data Perplexity AI App and it's sources.

According to the Hindu theory of creation, kaal (or time) is a manifestation of God.

The past, present and future all coexist in Him simultaneously. Therefore, God as kaalpurush is timeless and beyond its realms.

According to Hindu thought, creation begins when God activates both His positive and
negative energies; and it ends as He withdraws them into a state of inaction.

Another important aspect of the Sanatan dharma theory of time is that time moves in a cyclical manner, commonly referred to as kaalchakra.

The end of one cycle is the beginning of another—therefore, there is actually no end to creation.

In a particular cycle of time, there are some timespans when God’s positive energies are hyperactive. Such periods when nature’s
positive energies are supercharged are known as mahurats or auspicious timings.

Traditional Hindus believe in this theory of auspicious timing and follow it in every station and walk of life—be it to begin a new venture or
making an important purchase.

Akshaya tritiya is one such momentous occasion. This tithi or date is considered one of the most auspicious days of the Hindu calendar. Akshayatritiya is also known as akhateej.

In Sanskrit, the word akshaya means imperishable or eternal or that which never diminishes.

Akshaya tritiya is a holy day in the Jain calendar as well. Ventures launched or valuables bought on this day are considered to bring success or unending good fortune.

Associated with material gains and wealth acquisition, buying gold is a popular activity on akshaya tritiya, as it is the ultimate symbol of wealth and prosperity. Gold bought and worn on this day signifies never-diminishing good fortune.

Hindus celebrate weddings, begin new business ventures, and even plan long journeys on
akshaya tritiya.

This golden day falls on the third day of the bright half of the Hindu month of baishakha (April–May) when astrologically, the sun and the moon
happen to be in exaltation and are simultaneously at the peak of their brightness, which occurs only once in a year.

Nature’s positive energies are hyperactive on this day, making each second of this day auspicious. It is hence a full mahurat day and if akshaya tritiya falls on rohini nakshatra, on a Monday, it becomes even more auspicious.

The myths around akshaya tritiya are that the day marked the beginning of the Treta Yuga (7000 BC), the second of the four yugas. According to the Puranas, sage Vedavyasa, along with Lord Ganesha, started writing the great epic Mahabharata on akshaya tritiya.

According to another legend, when the Pandavas were in exile, Lord Krishna presented them on this day with an akshaya patra, a bowl which would never go empty, and would produce an unlimited supply of food on demand.

Perhaps the most famous of the akshaya tritiya stories is the legendary friendship between Lord Krishna and his poor Brahmin friend Sudama. On
this day, as the tale goes, Sudama came over to Krishna’s palace in Dwarka to request him to redeem his poverty.

However, Sudama could not bring himself to make this particular request to Krishna. After spending the day together and reliving happy moments of their childhood days, Sudama
returned home the next day to find that in place of his humble hut stood a magnificent palace, his wife looking resplendent in fine clothes and
jewellery, and his children dressed likewise.

Fine artifacts, furniture, gemstones, and servants too added glamour to his new and beautiful house.

Sudama realized that although he hadn’t been able to voice his innermost desire, the gracious Krishna had understood his predicament and blessed him thus.

Balarama Jayanti is also observed on this day. Lord Balarama is also referred to as one of the dashavataras or ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu.

Lord Parashurama is also said to have been born on akshaya tritiya.

The festival of akshaya tritiya is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Worshipping Lord Vishnu on this day eradicates and removes sins and makes one free from all sorrows.

Tulsi water is sprinkled in the area immediate to the idol of Lord Vishnu while performing his arati.

The Puranas state that devotees who perform the Shri Maha Vishnu puja on akshaya tritiya may attain salvation. In some regions, devotees fast on this day.

As per the Puranas, giving away of hand fans or pankhas, rice, salt, ghee, sugar, vegetables,
tamarind, fruits and clothes on akshaya tritiya is a very important aspect of the festival. In some regions of India, devotees perform tulsi puja on akshaya tritiya.

In Orissa, akshaya tritiya marks the advent of the agricultural season when farmers start cultivating their land, while construction of chariots for the rath yatra begins at Puri.

In Bengal, hal-khata, a ceremony involving the use of new audit books, is performed with the worship of Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi. Bengalis perform many rites and rituals on this day.

Akshaya tritiya is generally observed by fasting and worshipping Lord Vasudeva, another form of Lord Vishnu, with rice grains. A dip in the river Ganges on this day is considered to be favourable.

The trend nowadays, however, is to spend this propitious day in purchasing gold and diamonds rather than observing fast or doing charity or
pujas.

Gold and diamond dealers do brisk business by offering alluring rebates on purchases on this day.

References:
Hindu Rites and Rituals
Origins and Rituals
K V Singh

Mumbai: 30th April, 2025
मुंबई: वैशाख शुद्ध ३, ( अक्षय तृतीया, राष्ट्रसंत तुकडोजी महाराज जयंती, महात्मा बसवेश्वर जयंती) १९४७.

Congratulations to the Armed Forces and The Government of Bharat for the successful Operation Sindoor.

The Armed Forces has always demonstrated it's zero tolerance against terrorism. The Government has echoed the sentiments of the common man and citizens of Bharat.

As a civilian and citizen of Bharat, I offer my full support and cooperation to The Armed Forces and The Government of Bharat, in all future and further endeavours, if the need arises and to protect the sovereignty of our Nation.

Jai Hind !!! Bharat Mata ki Jai !!!

Mumbai: 7th May, 2025
मुंबई: वैशाख शुद्ध १०, १९४७