Ancient History

Yoga Philosophy

–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> (Yog Darshan), Astang Hinduism such as Advaita Vedanta, Yoga did not adopt the following three Pramanas: Upamāṇa (comparison and analogy), Arthāpatti (postulation, deriving from circumstances) or Anupalabdi (non-perception, negative/cognitive proof) Metaphysics The metaphysics of Yoga school, again like Samkhya school, is a form of dualism. It … Read more

Tradition of Dharmashastras

The Enduring Legacy of the Dharmashastras: A Tradition of Moral and Social Order The Dharmashastras, a vast and complex body of ancient Indian legal and ethical texts, have profoundly shaped the social, moral, and religious landscape of India for millennia. These texts, often translated as “law books,” encompass a wide range of topics, from personal … Read more

Raghuvamsa

The Raghuvamsa: A Journey Through Time and Tradition The Raghuvamsa (Sanskrit: रघुवंश), meaning “The Dynasty of Raghu,” is a celebrated epic poem in Sanskrit, composed by the renowned poet Kālidāsa. This masterpiece, believed to have been written in the 4th or 5th century CE, stands as a testament to the rich literary and cultural heritage … Read more

Exploring the Legacy of Pliny the Elder

Exploring the Legacy of Pliny the Elder: A Polymath’s Enduring Influence Gaius Plinius Secundus, better known as Pliny the Elder, was a Roman writer, naturalist, and military officer who lived from 23 to 79 AD. He is best known for his monumental work, Naturalis Historia, a 37-volume encyclopedia that encompassed a vast range of subjects, … Read more

The Satavahanas rule

Satvahanas After the fall of the Mauryan Empire, the history of the Andhras, as a continuous account of political and cultural events, commences with the rise of the Satavahanas as a political power. According to Matsya Purana there were 29 rulers of this dynasty. They ruled over the Andhradesa including Deccan for about 400 years … Read more

Ancient Mounds

Ancient Mounds: Echoes of the Past, Whispers of the Future Across the globe, from the rolling hills of Europe to the vast plains of North America, rise enigmatic earthen structures known as ancient mounds. These monumental earthworks, built by civilizations long gone, stand as silent testaments to the ingenuity, artistry, and cultural complexity of our … Read more

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