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Saartha and Mandra: Full-Course Meals on History and Music

Saartha and Mandra: Full-Course Meals on History and Music

By
Sandeep Balakrishna
4 min read
This episode introduces Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa's maiden historical classic, "Saartha" (Caravan) and this literary musical concert, "Mandra" (the Lowest Pitch). These are works every book-lover and literatu ...
How Rajaraja Chola's Brihadeeshwara Temple Built a Pan Indian Hindu Cultural Complex

How Rajaraja Chola's Brihadeeshwara Temple Built a Pan Indian Hindu Cultural Complex

By
Sandeep Balakrishna
6 min read
The concluding part narrates the story of how by building the Brihadeeshwara Temple, Rajaraja Chola built an entire civilisation itself.
The Awesome Devotional Heritage of Devi Bhagavati of Kerala

The Awesome Devotional Heritage of Devi Bhagavati of Kerala

By
Team Dharma Dispatch
7 min read
Tracing the origins of the dateless and profound tradition of Devi Bhagavati worship in Kerala. In many parts of South India, the Goddess is also known as the Malayala Bhagavati. This is Her story.
The Fragrant History of the World of Ancient Indian Perfumes

The Fragrant History of the World of Ancient Indian Perfumes

By
Sandeep Balakrishna
5 min read
A brief history of the magnificent world of ancient Indian perfumes and cosmetics lost in time. India was the world leader in the perfume industry for more than five hundred years.
A Guide for Hindu Parents to Prevent Their Children from Becoming an Incurable

A Guide for Hindu Parents to Prevent Their Children from Becoming an Incurable

By
Sandeep Balakrishna
6 min read
Outlines of a recent social and cultural phenomenon that has infected our youth and invaded their psyches
Remember this Profound Facet of Moodevi When you Light Lamps at Home

Remember this Profound Facet of Moodevi When you Light Lamps at Home

By
Sandeep Balakrishna
7 min read
A forgotten folklore that throws brilliant light on the unbroken Sanatana cultural consciousness and daily custom of lighting lamps in Hindu homes.

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