Atman: The Self in Hindu Texts and Vedanta
Explore atman through the Gita, Maitreyi’s question and two Vedanta readings, with clear distinctions between the Self, changing experience and God.
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Explore atman through the Gita, Maitreyi’s question and two Vedanta readings, with clear distinctions between the Self, changing experience and God.
Atman: The Self in Hindu Texts and Vedanta Read More »
Understand Vedanta’s shared scriptures and the different accounts of Brahman, self, world and liberation in its major schools.
Vedanta Philosophy: Texts, Schools and Spiritual Freedom Read More »
Explore jnana yoga through the Upanishads and Gita, including listening, reflection and contemplation, with Advaita’s interpretation clearly explained.
Jnana Yoga: Knowledge, Reflection and Self-Inquiry Read More »
Explore Vaisheshika’s analysis of substances, qualities and motion, its philosophical atomism and its relationship with Nyaya.
Vaisheshika: Categories, Atoms and Knowledge Read More »
Read the Narasimha story in Bhagavata Purana 7, from Hiranyakashipu’s boon to Prahlada’s faith and the Lord’s unexpected form.
Narasimha and Prahlada: The Pillar and Divine Protection Read More »
Meet the five Pandavas through the Mahabharata’s account of Kunti’s invocation, Madri’s twins and Pandu’s wish for descendants.
The Birth of the Pandavas: Kunti, Madri and Divine Kinship Read More »
Reflect on Sita’s voice, public responsibility and Rama’s response to Ravana’s death through named episodes of the Valmiki Ramayana.
Lessons from the Ramayana: Listening, Duty and Mercy Read More »
Follow Durga’s battle in the Devi Mahatmya and explore how sacred narrative and community celebration meet in Durga Puja.
Durga and Mahishasura: The Goddess’s Victory and Worship Read More »
Explore Shiva as Gangadhara, bearer of Ganga, through the descent narrative and two identified artworks showing how artists represent the river.
Ganga and Shiva: Reading the Gangadhara Image Read More »
Understand Griha Pravesha, its house-entry meaning, family variations and practical preparations for a thoughtful home ceremony.
Griha Pravesha: Welcoming a New Home Read More »