Books & Literature – Bharathiyam

Regional Epics of Bharat: Beyond Ramayana & Mahabharata

Venkatesham — Sat, 28 Jun 2025 17:19:50 +0000

When we think of the great epics of India, the Ramayana and Mahabharata immediately come to mind. Yet Bharat’s cultural landscape is woven with dozens of regional epics—oral, written, and sung—that have shaped local identities and carried the wisdom of dharma into every corner of the subcontinent. These epics, though lesser known outside their regions, are as profound as the pan-Indian narratives…

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From Vedas to Vedānta: A Beginner’s Reading Path

Venkatesham — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 17:22:00 +0000

Sanātana Dharma is one of the world’s most expansive spiritual traditions, spanning thousands of years and an ocean of texts. For beginners, this vastness can feel overwhelming. Where should one start—with hymns of the Rig Veda, the philosophy of the Upanishads, or the clarity of the Bhagavad Gita? A thoughtful reading path helps seekers gradually journey from the ritual hymns of the Vedas to the…

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The 10 Must-Read Texts of Sanātana Dharma

Venkatesham — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 17:18:13 +0000

Sanātana Dharma, often referred to as Hinduism, is not based on the teachings of a single prophet or a single book. Instead, it rests on an ocean of wisdom, expressed through scriptures composed over thousands of years. These texts are not merely religious manuals but living dialogues with truth—covering philosophy, ritual, devotion, ethics, and the ultimate aim of liberation (moksha).

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