Notes on Culture

Understanding the Mahabharata on the Canvas of Time
Understanding the Mahabharata on the Canvas of Time
In this episode, DVG provides an evocative philosophical backdrop that helps us understand the Mahabharata on the canvas of Time. There is a wealth of invaluable insights in this essay.
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Team Dharma Dispatch
4 min read
Bhartrhari
DVG’s Majestic Exposition of Bhartrhari
The first of a multipart essay series carrying a masterly exposition of the immortal Sanskrit poet Bhartrhari, authored by D.V. Gundappa
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Team Dharma Dispatch
3 min read
Kundalini Meditation
Pagal Baba’s Profound Discourse on Kundalini
The Mad Baba of Benares delivers a profound and detailed discourse on the Yoga of Kundalini
By
Team Dharma Dispatch
7 min read
Origins of the Islamisation of Hindi Cinema
Origins of the Islamisation of Hindi Cinema
An essay on how the foundation for the Islamisation of Hindi cinema was laid as early as the 1930s beginning with the film, "Alam Ara."
By
Subroto Roy
6 min read
Illustration of Bhartrhari in a Cave
Bhartrhari's Profound Body of Work
In this episode, DVG dives into the profoundly philosophical body of work of Bhartrhari with special emphasis on his Niti-Shataka
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Team Dharma Dispatch
4 min read
Why the Hindu Youth of Today Must Memorise Kunti’s Call to Action
Why the Hindu Youth of Today Must Memorise Kunti’s Call to Action
Kunti's advice to her sons delivered through Sri Krishna counts as one of the most heroic and clear expositions of Kshatra Dharma.
By
Sandeep Balakrishna
4 min read
Mandsaur
Reclaiming Sanatana Spaces: A Profound Lesson from the Mandsaur Silk-Weavers Guild
This is the story of a silk-weavers guild from Mandsaur who restored a magnificent Surya Mandir in 473 CE
By
Sandeep Balakrishna
7 min read
Illustration of an Indian History Scholar busy in Research
The Self-Imposed Cultural Commitment of Indian History Stalwarts
The sort of cultural commitment that the exemplars of Indian history had set for themselves is truly astonishing
By
Sandeep Balakrishna
5 min read
When Bala Krishna ate Butter from Devara Rangamma’s Hands
When Bala Krishna ate Butter from Devara Rangamma’s Hands
A moving and evocative story of Devara Rangamma, a pious devotee of Sri Venkateshwara Swami of the 18th century who was visited by Bala Krishna everyday and ate butter from her hands.
By
Team Dharma Dispatch
5 min read
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