October 31, 2013
In the previous post, we understood the context of the Bhagavad Gita and how we find ourselves on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.. Now let us delve deeper into Krishna’s entry into the war, and the deeper symbolic significance of Arjuna’s choice. Hindu dharma contains teachings on reality and the nature of existence that are described in apparently
October 8, 2013
Navarathri began 3 days ago (nava = 9, rathri = night; the festival of 9 nights), a celebration of Shakti in all Her forms. Although there are numerous stories associated with Navarathri, the most well-known is from the Devi Mahatmyam, where the divine mother is adored in her three main forms: as Kali or Durga
October 2, 2013
For those unfamiliar with the context of the Bhagavad Gita, here goes.. Translated as the “Song of God”, the Gita is a dialogue between Arjuna, a warrior prince and Lord Krishna, functioning here as Arjuna’s charioteer. This dialogue is historically believed to have occurred on the first day of the great war of Kurukshetra. Written
September 29, 2013
In this new series of writings, I will attempt to deliberate on various teachings and concepts as they occur in the Bhagavad Gita. There are many fantastic commentaries on this great scripture; the writings here will not be a translation or commentary based on any one author, but how it relates to my (and the commonality
September 26, 2013
Countless moments have come to pass Musing over concepts of love Drawn on prevalent culture and norm Love was given shape and form True love was first set ablaze In a newborn’s steady gaze Her smile, cry, and humble needs Replacing ideas that grew as weeds It was the inward draw into Being That set
