SCRIPTURES & TEACHINGS

Bhishma’s Vow: The Weight of Dharma in Mahabharata

In the sprawling epic of the Mahabharata, countless heroes rise and fall. Yet, among them, Bhishma stands apart—not only for his unmatched valor but for the burden of a vow that shaped dynasties and destinies. Known as the “grandfather” of…

Isha Upanishad: Living With Renunciation

Among the principal Upanishads, the Isha Upanishad is unique for its brevity and depth. Composed of just 18 mantras, it distills the wisdom of the Vedas into a practical guide for life. It begins with one of the most striking…

The Yoga of Detachment: Gita’s Message for Modern Life

Bhagavad Gita 2.48 योगस्थः कुरु कर्माणि सङ्गं त्यक्त्वा धनञ्जय।सिद्ध्यसिद्ध्योः समो भूत्वा समत्वं योग उच्यते।। २.४८।। Transliteration:Yogasthaḥ kuru karmāṇi saṅgaṁ tyaktvā dhanañjaya,Siddhy-asiddhyoḥ samo bhūtvā samatvaṁ yoga ucyate. Meaning:“Be steadfast in yoga, O Dhananjaya (Arjuna).Perform your duties, abandoning all attachment,and remain balanced…