Astrology Basics (part-1)

Introduction to a new series on Astrology Basics. This article gives a clarity needed to proceed into the topic of astrology. The next article will go into the basic elements of astrology. Stay tuned!

26) The Glory of Ganesha

This is an article exploring the glory of Ganesha. The exploration runs in the form of a commentary to one of the Carnatic Classical songs. I also attach a youtube link to a video in which I played the song on my flute. I hope you all will enjoy listening and reading the commentary. Happy Ganesh Chaturthi!

25) Universal Symbols

This article discusses few examples and some aspects on the symbols used by many scriptures of this world. After reading this article, one will have an additional direction to tread, in the search of truth.

23) The Vedas

A brief overview on the Vedas, their metaphysical origins, four-fold categorization, etc. The article mostly deals with philosophical and spiritual aspects than historical aspects.

21) Gayatri & The Mantra

This article showers some light upon the meter of Gayatri and the mantra of Savitri, also known as Gayatri Mantra. It gives a brief introduction, meaning of the mantra and also points out some misconceptions in regard to this mantra as well as suggesting some cautionary points.

Lalita Sahasranama (Introduction)

I am going to venture into a long series of articles, on Lalitā Sahasra Nāma – The thousand names of Lalita Dēvi. This will be written in parts of 16 names per article (some times depends on the length of descriptions of the names). Such a division will give me time to condense my understanding in a systematic way and also to you, the time to assimilate my exposition. I will try to bring out the beauty that I see, as well as some esoteric points, if HER grace allows me to realize any.

17) Lord of the seven hills

A small poem on Lord venkateswara/tirupati balaji

6) The KARMA theory – unveiled

One of the most often used term KARMA, yet it is one of the most misunderstood term. This article aims at laying some philosophical foundations behind the theory of KARMA in order to properly erect the pillar of TRUTH.