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Vallabhacharya: The Architect of Pushtimarg Vallabhacharya (1479-1531), also known as Vallabha, was a prominent Indian philosopher, theologian, and social reformer who founded the Pushtimarg, a devotional school of Hinduism. He is revered as an incarnation of Krishna and is considered one of the most influential figures in Vaishnavism, particularly in the western and northern parts … Read more
The Many Faces of Bharatanatyam: Exploring the Diverse Styles Bharatanatyam, the classical dance form of Tamil Nadu, India, is a captivating tapestry woven with intricate movements, expressive gestures, and profound storytelling. Beyond its technical brilliance, Bharatanatyam boasts a rich diversity of styles, each reflecting the unique artistic vision and cultural context of its origin. This … Read more
Puranas Divided into sarga, pratisarga, manvantantar, vamsa (genealogical list of kings) & vamsanucharita. 18 main puranas & 18 subsidiary puranas. Vedas Meaning “knowledge”. Rigveda (hymns), Yajurveda (sacrificial formulae), Atharvaveda (magical charms & spell), Samveda. Vedas are called aparusheya (not created by man) & nity Upanishads About 200 in number. Deal with philosophy. Oldest & … Read more
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (1486â1534) was a Hindu saint and religious leader who is considered to be the founder of the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. He was born in Nabadwip, Bengal, India, into a Brahmin family. His original name was Nimai Das. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was a child prodigy. He learned SanskritSanskrit and Bengali at a young age, and … Read more
Ramanuja: The Architect of Vishishtadvaita Vedanta Introduction: Ramanuja, a towering figure in the history of Hindu philosophy, stands as one of the most influential proponents of Vedanta, the philosophical system derived from the Upanishads. His unique interpretation of Vedanta, known as Vishishtadvaita (qualified non-dualism), has profoundly shaped the religious and philosophical landscape of Hinduism, particularly … Read more
Ramananda: The Pioneer of Bhakti in North India Ramananda, a towering figure in the history of Hinduism, is revered as the father of the Bhakti movement in North India. His teachings, characterized by a profound devotion to Lord Rama, transcended caste and social barriers, paving the way for a more inclusive and accessible form of … Read more