Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XL Marvels & Gems of Srimad Bhagavad Gita Continued from Part XXXIX Having seen one of my earlier pieces summarizing the glory of Srimad Bhagavad Gita, one of my elders, who is a scholarly man with profound knowledge of scriptures, humanities and science, and is like a seer and Guru to me, spoke to me few […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXXIX Sarva Dharma Sambhav (Secularism) Continued from Part XXXVIII Secularism is relatively a modern term with varied meaning and interpretation in different parts of the world. For instance, secularism in many Western European countries implies to separation of religion or religious institutions from the state. Many Western countries are officially secular yet they officially endorse a […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 20, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXXVII Mantra, Yantra and Tantra: Part ‘A’ Continued from Part XXXVI Sanskrit terms Mantram, Yantram and Tantram are rooted linguistically and phonologically as also deeply associated with Indian religious and cultural traditions since ancient times. In common parlance, Mantram (more common Mantra) denotes the chant, Yantram or Yantra denotes the means or machine and Tantram or […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXXVI Guru-Shishya Parampara Continued from Part XXXV Guru-Shishya Parampara is a value based tradition in the Hindu religion and culture, the Sanatana Dharma since ancient times. The nearest literal English meanings of Guru is teacher, Shishya is disciple and Parampara a tradition. In essence, it represents the lineage of passing knowledge from a competent teacher to […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXXV Common Symbols of Hindu Iconography Continued from Part XXXIV Hinduism is not only unique for its attributes of being the oldest and culturally rich diversity among human beings but also for the fact that it attaches equally great significance to other living and non-living objects in the world so much so that it goes to […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism & Hindustan: Part XXXIV Sexual Mores in Ancient India Continued from Part XXXIII Since the ancient age, the sex was neither considered sinful nor dirty in Hinduism. Instead, sexual intercourse was considered blissful and divine, and the basis of procreation and preservation of mankind and other life forms. Philosophically, the manifested world itself is an outcome of the fusion […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXXIII Common Myths and Realities Continued from Part XXXII Hinduism is predicated on the foundational concept that the eternal knowledge and wisdom of the ages and divinity cannot be ascribed to a single scripture or holy book and thus it is neither creedal nor dogmatic religion. Consequently, it does not mandate any rigid credo, doctrine or […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXXII Tolerance and Hinduism Continued from Part XXXI It’s often held that Hinduism, more than a religion, is a cultural way of life which embodies plurality in terms of accepting different divine paths to achieve envisioned goal of life. Unlike Abrahamic religions, it does not say that the believer will go to heaven and non-believer shall […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXX Dhyana: The Meditation Continued from Part XXIX In one of the earlier parts, various components or limbs of the yogic life as described in ancient texts of the Hinduism were briefly narrated. Of the eight components as summarized in his Yoga Sutra, Sage Patanjali recommended that Yama and Niyama were necessary to inculcate moral discipline […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXIX Moksha — The Liberation Continued from Part XXVIII In one of the earlier parts, Purushartha comprising of four objects or goals viz Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha was briefly explained as an essential concept of the Hindu way of life since Vedic age. These objects literally define the “purpose of human being” or the “holistic […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
झील कीचड़ की कैद में थी झील की सोई हुई दृष्टि,अब नीलम-दर्पण बनकर जल ने पाई नव सृष्टि।कुमुदिनियों की अरुण हँसी बिखरी है लहरों पर,मानो उषा ने लिख दी हो कविता जल के अंतर। जहाँ जकड़े थे स्वप्न कभी दलदल की बेड़ियों में,वहीं आज जीवन गाता है हरीतिम छेड़ियों में।धुंधलाते क्षितिज से मुक्त हुआ अब यह […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Friends That We Were We were friends, separated and built own spheresBeneath the steady laws of the rolling yearsNew identities were anchored to obligate spheresBound by diverse fortunes, duties and highways. The world commands a script for what we areAnd a strict decorum for our unmapped fireBy counting the distance, questioning our lineTo freeze our spirit rendering lesser sanguine. […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Lake Muddy banks in the lake once hid viewNowadays the waters wake in mirror-blueA blush of lily petals; pink, wild and brightNow bathes within the golden day light. No longer choked by only mud and weedThe lilies breathe here from shadows freedFar beyond, no more the mist-veiled crestsNow, there a lush green vegetation rests. 910 total […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
A timeless Echo Editor’s Pick We never weren’t the friends we wereTime brought a rough change in the weatherThus seized in the tempest’s blinding galeI allowed my inner conscience guide my sail. Something that happened was indeed a phaseA saga in itself and a long-lasting eclipseBut it evaporates now, with so many changesAs the heart doesn’t care about […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 4, 2026June 5, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Silver Lyre of Gondwana An age-old songsmith from Gondwana’s dawnThrough moist Australian forests stepping onMidst luxuriant ferns and moss, rich clay floorsA Lyrebird weaves the melody that life restores. A silver lyre of feathers proudly crowns its graceWith lacy plumes and fine antennae in spaceThe finest artist of the rich fauna in the forestA hundred wild voices live within […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 3, 2026June 3, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
झील कीचड़ की कैद में थी झील की सोई हुई दृष्टि,अब नीलम-दर्पण बनकर जल ने पाई नव सृष्टि।कुमुदिनियों की अरुण हँसी बिखरी है लहरों पर,मानो उषा ने लिख दी हो कविता जल के अंतर। जहाँ जकड़े थे स्वप्न कभी दलदल की बेड़ियों में,वहीं आज जीवन गाता है हरीतिम छेड़ियों में।धुंधलाते क्षितिज से मुक्त हुआ अब यह […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Friends That We Were We were friends, separated and built own spheresBeneath the steady laws of the rolling yearsNew identities were anchored to obligate spheresBound by diverse fortunes, duties and highways. The world commands a script for what we areAnd a strict decorum for our unmapped fireBy counting the distance, questioning our lineTo freeze our spirit rendering lesser sanguine. […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Lake Muddy banks in the lake once hid viewNowadays the waters wake in mirror-blueA blush of lily petals; pink, wild and brightNow bathes within the golden day light. No longer choked by only mud and weedThe lilies breathe here from shadows freedFar beyond, no more the mist-veiled crestsNow, there a lush green vegetation rests. 910 total […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXXV Pilgrimage-I Nearly all communities and religions in the world attach significance to places which have some connection with any worldly or supernatural act(s) or event(s) of the divine (God) or His messenger(s); the birth, enlightenment or death of founder and saints; sites of the spiritual calling or awakening; supposedly a dwelling or living place of […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh October 31, 2022November 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Gulmohar Again In a life dull and forlornOwing to devastation and fearCaused by the alien coronavirusAs I venture out after weeksFrom my humble yet safe homeIn this rather isolated yet sheltered lane… Oh! It’s the month of May againThe time for Gulmohar to go greenAnd blooming full swing againIn the lane flanked by umpteenGulmohars forming a canopy […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh May 11, 2021November 8, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Whose God is This Anyway? God (Brahman) is the highest... Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh February 24, 2021March 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
ज्यों-ज्यों बूड़ो श्याम रंग बसन्त विहार कालोनी की परंपरानुसार... Written by Gita Singh February 22, 2021September 21, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked