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
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXVIII Dharma: Religion and Righteousness Continued from Part XXVII Literal meaning of Dharma is ordinarily taken as religion by the common people but it carries much more than simple meaning of religion. In fact, there is no corresponding English or Latin term truly explaining or encompassing the complete sense and essence of Dharma. It comprehensively signifies […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXVII The Advaita Vedanta – Part ‘B’ Continued from Part XXVI In the previous part, the core concepts and elements of the Advaita Vedanta were dealt with and the author proposes to address the remaining important aspects of this sub-tradion in the current part. Needless to mention that the philosophy of Advaita as propounded by Adi […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXVI The Advaita Vedanta – Part ‘A’ Continued from Part XXV In earlier parts, almost all essential aspects of Hinduism have been introduced or briefly discussed. Evidently, unlike other major religions in the world, the Hinduism is not a dogmatic, doctrinal or cult-based religion based on a set of dictat contained in a holy book or […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Article Hindu, Hinduism and Hindustan: Part XXV Gods and Goddesses – II Brahman Continued from Part XXIV The theology of the attributes and nature of the God has been a subject of human curiosity and debate in all civilizations since the earliest days. In almost all cultures and religions, in a monotheistic sense, the God is visualized as the supreme power, creator […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh December 31, 2020October 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
अमेरिका-इजरायल बनाम ईरान (पश्चिम एशिया) युद्ध: भाग I संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका-इजरायल एक पक्ष और ईरान के दूसरे पक्ष के बीच मौजूदा संघर्ष, निस्संदेह, विश्व शांति के लिए एक प्रणालीगत खतरा है, जो मुख्य रूप से अनियंत्रित क्षेत्रीय संघर्ष और विनाश की संभावना के माध्यम से है, इसके अलावा वैश्विक ऊर्जा सुरक्षा और आपूर्ति श्रृंखला का पतन भी शामिल है। यह युद्ध 28 फरवरी […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 20, 2026April 20, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
US-Israel Vs. Iran (West Asia) War: Part II While the author concluded the previous part of this write-up, the complex tri-partite negotiations among the US and Iran were going on with Pakistan playing as interlocutor. However, as the author had expressed serious apprehensions, the high-stake peace talks between the two parties held in Islamabad on 11-12 April 2026, indeed, failed to be productive […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 19, 2026April 20, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Bee Hummingbird A tiny winged jewel –Bee Hummingbird hums subtlyDaydreaming regal sun’s whisper (Bee Hummingbird alias Helena Hummingbird is smallest known bird on date, native to Cuban archipelago, mostly feeds on flowers’ nectar and small insects occasionally.) 981 total views, 35 views today Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 16, 2026April 16, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
पपीहा भोर हुई, मन दर्पण मानिंद निर्मल और शांत जगा,रात्रि की पूरी निद्रा से, हर कोना हर्षित व नया लगा;पर इस पावन सन्नाटे में, एकाएक ऐसी टीस उठी,एक तीखी कूक से, मानो जैसे अंतर्मन की शांति लुटी। देखा एक पपीहा अपनी विरह-वेदना फिर दोहराता है,जैसे एक सुलगता, अनसुलझा गीत नभ में बिखराता है;“पी कहाँ… पी कहाँ…” […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 15, 2026April 15, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Papeeha At dawn he wakes up with mind of a crystal graceCompletely refreshed and calm by overnight sleepBut soon nobility and peace of his hallowed spaceIs pierced by shrill & cry that make the spirit weep. Hark – the Papeeha, with its shrill & jagged tongueSings a throbbing, sore number that stays unstrungRepeating its pee-kahan – […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 15, 2026April 15, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
अमेरिका-इजरायल बनाम ईरान (पश्चिम एशिया) युद्ध: भाग I संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका-इजरायल एक पक्ष और ईरान के दूसरे पक्ष के बीच मौजूदा संघर्ष, निस्संदेह, विश्व शांति के लिए एक प्रणालीगत खतरा है, जो मुख्य रूप से अनियंत्रित क्षेत्रीय संघर्ष और विनाश की संभावना के माध्यम से है, इसके अलावा वैश्विक ऊर्जा सुरक्षा और आपूर्ति श्रृंखला का पतन भी शामिल है। यह युद्ध 28 फरवरी […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 20, 2026April 20, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
US-Israel Vs. Iran (West Asia) War: Part II While the author concluded the previous part of this write-up, the complex tri-partite negotiations among the US and Iran were going on with Pakistan playing as interlocutor. However, as the author had expressed serious apprehensions, the high-stake peace talks between the two parties held in Islamabad on 11-12 April 2026, indeed, failed to be productive […] Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 19, 2026April 20, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Bee Hummingbird A tiny winged jewel –Bee Hummingbird hums subtlyDaydreaming regal sun’s whisper (Bee Hummingbird alias Helena Hummingbird is smallest known bird on date, native to Cuban archipelago, mostly feeds on flowers’ nectar and small insects occasionally.) 981 total views, 35 views today Written by Dr. Jaipal Singh April 16, 2026April 16, 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