The Mind According to Yoga
Anjali KanojiaMost people talk about physical and mental wellness as two separate entities. The mind is usually equated with the functions of the brain. What is the perspective of Yoga about…
The Sacred Swastika: Cultural Odyssey Across Millennia
The Swastika, with archaeological evidence from the Harappan culture circa 3000 BCE and rooted in the Indian Civilization, tells a fascinating story across civilizations. Archaeological discoveries in Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro…
Consecrations: Prana Pratishtha in Hindu Spirituality
Consecration, as outlined in spiritual practices, involves transforming a physical space, object, and even a human being into a realm of Divine potential. Loosely speaking, consecrations bring certain energy forms…
Harmony of Sound and Form: Exploring Sanskrit, Yoga, and Neuroscientific Perspectives
Discussions on the relationship between sound and form have emphasized the importance of sound in understanding the nature of existence. Ancient Hindu texts state that every sound corresponds to a…
Rakhigarhi: A Case for “Indian Civilization”
Rakhigarhi, a significant archaeological site in Haryana, India, is linked to the renowned Indus Valley Civilization, or Harappan Civilization or culture, the earliest culture in the Indian subcontinent. It stands…
Local Self-Governance in Ancient India: A Key to Cultural Preservation and Democratic Principles
Local government is where the rubber hits the road, addressing immediate community needs and ensuring effective service delivery, infrastructure development, and responsive governance, all essential for a well-functioning democratic system.…
Indicism: A Theoretical Framework Utilizing the Non-Colonial Lens
Introduction Indology, a multifaceted discipline, delves into the intricate tapestry of Indian culture, spanning art, languages, sciences, economics, society, religion, spirituality, and civilizational facets. However, beneath the layers of colonial…
The Politics of Integrating Traditional and Comparative Medicine into Biomedicine
There are numerous issues and challenges surrounding Comparative (also often referred to as Alternative, Integrative, Traditional, etc.) medicine in mainstream medicine. Ayurveda, homeopathy, naturopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, yoga, etc. The…
Yoga, Dharma and Ecology in Film Kantara
Kantara means forest in Sanskrit. In the 2022 film Kantara, actor-director Rishab Shetty strives to bring elements related to yoga, dharma, and ecology and succeeds in creating brilliant cinema which…
Microcosm as the Macrocosm – The Pancha Mahabhutas
In the six Darshanas, especially in Yoga and Ayurveda, the Pancha Mahabhutas (also known as the Five Great Elements) are considered fundamental principles that make up the physical universe, including…