Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXVIII Sacred Mountains of India Continued from Part LXVII In the earlier parts, we have seen how the Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) laid emphasis on acceptance, empathy and peaceful co-existence of all creations of the nature and Universal God since the Vedic age as against the conventional wisdom and belief system of some of the later Abrahamic […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 12, 2021November 19, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXVII It’s Polytheism or Monotheism Continued from Part LXVI Currently, the Hinduism is third major religion in the world in terms of the number of followers after the Christianity and Islam, which are the most dominant and widespread in the same order globally. The two Abrahamic religions viz. Christianity was evolved in the 1st century and […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh October 24, 2021November 8, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XVIII Scriptures and Texts – Part ‘A’ Continued from Part XVII In the previous parts, at many places citations from the holy scriptures and texts have been made to illustrate jewels of Hinduism. No other human society and religion boasts of an incredibly rich collection of scriptures. Among these are the holiest and most revered four […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh September 27, 2021October 5, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XVII Philosophy of Karma-yoga Continued from Part XVI The epic war of Mahabharata was about to begin when Prince Arjuna requested Lord Krishna, his charioteer, to take the chariot in the midst of the warriors of both sides. Seeing his venerated elders like Bhisma, Drona and beloved kith & kin, he is overwhelmed and infatuated with […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh September 27, 2021September 27, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXVI Seven Pillars of The Sanatana Dharma The Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) is neither a dogmatic religion based on a religious treaty or any stated divine book with embargo on further rational and logical discussion or reform nor it is based on the tenets of any ancient king, warlord or ordinary mortal portrayed as the prophet or […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh September 20, 2021October 5, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXV Transmigration of Soul Continued from Part LXIV When it comes to the metaphysical science and spiritualty, the most enigmatic question that constantly haunts the human mind is as to what really happens after the death of the person. This and many allied questions have equally baffled philosophers, scientists and common people for ages. Most of […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh July 25, 2021October 5, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXIV Sacred Rivers in India Continued from Part LXIII In common parlance, nearly all religions in the world talk about the superiority of human beings and some sort of their stewardship over God’s all creation, including protection and maintenance of all animal and plant life, which is material and valuable in any way. However, an overwhelming […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh July 25, 2021October 5, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXIII Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah (Let All Be Happy) Continued from Part LXII The happiness and peace for all people is perhaps the noblest concept in this world and the religion has always played an important role in shaping the socio-religious lives of the people and commensurate moral and ethical values across the world. While some religions, […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 6, 2021October 5, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part LXII Plant Love and Symbolism – 2 Continued from Part LXI In the previous part, it was explained how Hinduism has not only endorsed but also proactively engaged in the welfare, protection and preservation of all living beings including animals and plants in the universe since the ancient times. In fact, besides living beings, it has […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 17, 2021October 5, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Poem ब्रह्मन् वह है मौलिक... Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh March 3, 2021June 9, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Grounded Soul The world applauds the hollow and the loudWho rise on ladders built of vanity’s shroudAs slave to the shallow praises of the crowdHollow and restless souls, they cannot hide. Yet seeing how they strain for fleeting praiseA quiet wisdom blooms within my conscienceI turn my back upon their frantic, fevered paceTo claim a quiet oasis […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Saving Woods The silent woods that truly represent planet lifeBut for greedy gold, there gentle creatures dieEndangered at the ruthless acts of lawless mentheThe smoke replaces blissful peace within the glen. Then there is heavy crowd, in safari rush alignedChasing thrills of the breathtaking adventure, wildIn this wake, engines roar and plastic trash remainsDisturbing pious nature’s peace […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Tenant of Bark In tropical lands, humidity hangs thick & slowUpon bark of giants, the fern prefers to growAs the aerial tenants they demand no soilStaghorn, a master of light, free from earthly toil. The double frond architectures on a single stemOne brown and round, a well-built shielding hemThat builds a bowl to catch the forest’s wasteWhile velvet […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Estranged Tides Two streams born of distinct snowsEach bound to where the horizon goesTwo meet divided shores, a fate unkindLeaving the dearest dream to fall behind. Though miles apart and poles awayThe unuttered fondness chooses to stayFor love turns out an unhealing woundTo silent corridors and empty days bound. Yet tenderly through the lifetime’s sighBeneath the very […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Perpetual Ache An unhealing woundLoving you in silent roomsThrough a lifetime’s sigh. 625 total views, 29 views today Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Grounded Soul The world applauds the hollow and the loudWho rise on ladders built of vanity’s shroudAs slave to the shallow praises of the crowdHollow and restless souls, they cannot hide. Yet seeing how they strain for fleeting praiseA quiet wisdom blooms within my conscienceI turn my back upon their frantic, fevered paceTo claim a quiet oasis […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Saving Woods The silent woods that truly represent planet lifeBut for greedy gold, there gentle creatures dieEndangered at the ruthless acts of lawless mentheThe smoke replaces blissful peace within the glen. Then there is heavy crowd, in safari rush alignedChasing thrills of the breathtaking adventure, wildIn this wake, engines roar and plastic trash remainsDisturbing pious nature’s peace […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
The Tenant of Bark In tropical lands, humidity hangs thick & slowUpon bark of giants, the fern prefers to growAs the aerial tenants they demand no soilStaghorn, a master of light, free from earthly toil. The double frond architectures on a single stemOne brown and round, a well-built shielding hemThat builds a bowl to catch the forest’s wasteWhile velvet […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Rajnigandha Touch Now I get tired too soonSo I’m afraid of going farBut all this does not meanI’ve abandoned walks forever… And yes, I often feel lonelyEven amongst my own peopleBut all this does not meanI have stopped caring for all… I often remember our friendshipI still care for our relationshipBut how much I do,I have stopped […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh November 16, 2020October 6, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Greed For Power Among all temptations in life of a man, perhaps the greed for power is the strongest one. The obvious reasons appear to be that when one is empowered, all other luxuries and antiquities of life automatically fall in line. Hence it is not surprising that people craving for the power adopt and exploit all overt […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh November 7, 2020September 26, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
A Fairy Tale Like a fairy descended from the paradiseShe was beautiful no less than Snow WhiteLike an angel she was generous and kindThe flowers bloomed whenever she smiled. She was standing my way with open armsAnd I knew well this was real not a dreamYet kept struggling to overcome my inertiaAnd in the process I rendered her […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh October 21, 2020February 10, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked