Who was Rabindranath Tagore, and why is his book Gitanjali so special? In 1913, Tagore became the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature for Gitanjali, a collection of deeply spiritual poems written originally in Bengali. This short video explores the meaning of Gitanjali, its most beautiful lines, such as “Where the mind is without fear” and “Thou hast made me endless,” and how Tagore’s words continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Learn about Tagore’s message of universal love, humanism, and the divine in everyday life. Discover why Gitanjali is considered one of the greatest works of modern Indian literature.
#RabindranathTagore, #Gitanjali, #FirstAsianNobelPrize
What did Veer Savarkar mean by the “Six Golden Pages” or “Six Glorious Epochs” of Indian history? In this short video, discover how Savarkar redefined Indian history through six powerful moments, from Chandragupta and Chanakya’s unification to Shivaji’s Maratha resurgence and India’s freedom struggle.We explore Savarkar’s vision of Indian pride, courage, and unity across these six epochs that he called the golden pages of Bharat’s history.
Who was Veer Savarkar?What are Savarkar’s six glorious epochs?Why did Savarkar call them golden pages of Indian history?What lessons do Savarkar’s six epochs teach us today?How did Savarkar interpret India’s freedom struggle?
#Savarkar #VeerSavarkar #IndianHistory #SixGloriousEpochs #SixGoldenPages #RealIndianHistory #SavarkarExplained #HistoryOfIndia #Shivaji #Chanakya #ChandraguptaMaurya #GuptaEmpire #MarathaEmpire #FreedomStruggle #IndianFreedom #BharatHistory #SavarkarThoughts #IndianPride #HistoricalIndia #SavarkarLegacy
Why are Rajagopalachari’s Ramayana and Mahabharata still the most popular retellings of India’s great epics? What makes Rajaji’s storytelling so powerful, simple, and spiritual at the same time? Discover how Rajaji brought the wisdom of the Ramayana and Mahabharata to modern readers. This is perfect for anyone seeking to understand Indian philosophy, dharma, and the deeper meaning of life through these epic stories.#Ramayana #Mahabharata
Swami Vivekananda’s speech at the Parliament of Religions in Chicago on September 11, 1893, changed the course of history. His message of peace, spirituality, and universal brotherhood inspired millions around the world. After returning to India, he delivered his famous lectures from Colombo to Almora, awakening a new national consciousness. These talks continue to motivate readers to rediscover Indian philosophy, Vedanta, and the true meaning of selfless service. Why are his lectures still relevant today? How can they guide modern life? Watch this short to find out.#SwamiVivekananda #indianphilosophy
From Mandalay Jail, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak wrote Gita Rahasya — a bold reinterpretation of the Bhagavad Gita. 🌿
He declared that the true message of the Gita is Karma-Yoga — action with detachment, not renunciation.
Tilak transformed the Gita into a spiritual call for India’s freedom and inspired generations to serve through selfless duty.
#GitaRahasya #Tilak #BhagavadGita #IndianPhilosophy #KarmaYoga #FreedomMovement #IndianHistory #Motivation #HinduPhilosophy #SpiritualIndia
In 1909, Mahatma Gandhi wrote Hind Swaraj — a book that redefined freedom. It wasn’t just about removing the British; it was about self-rule, simplicity, and spiritual strength. Over a century later, Gandhi’s warning against blind modernity still feels prophetic.
Watch this short to rediscover what real Swaraj means today.
#Gandhi #HindSwaraj #Freedom #IndianPhilosophy #MahatmaGandhi #Swaraj #HistoryShorts #DharmicEcology #India #SelfRule #PhilosophyShorts #Inspiration #GandhiJayanti
In this chapter, Shri Krishna explores the nature of faith (śhraddhā) and its influence on thought, action, and devotion. He explains how faith shapes:
Our dietary and lifestyle choices
The quality and purpose of charity
The efficacy of rituals and austerities
The proper way to offer devotion to the divine
Chapter 17 distinguishes between the three types of faith—sattvic (pure), rajasic (passionate), and tamasic (ignorant)—and their corresponding effects on life and spiritual practice. This episode offers a detailed commentary and practical insights to apply Krishna’s timeless wisdom in modern living.
✨ Listen now and deepen your understanding of faith, action, and devotion.
#BhagavadGita #ShraddhaTrayaVibhagaYoga #SpiritualWisdom #FaithInAction #OmTatSat
Join this comprehensive course on Jainism, offered by UGC’s SWAYAM and hosted by FLAME University. Designed for learners of all levels, this course offers an accessible and engaging exploration of the philosophy, ethics, history, and practices of Jainism.What you’ll learn:Core principles: Ahimsa, Aparigraha, and AnekantavadaLife and teachings of Lord MahaviraJain festivals, rituals, and monastic traditionsApplying Jain philosophy in everyday lifePerfect for students, spiritual seekers, and anyone curious about one of the world’s oldest living traditions.Enroll today and start your journey into Jainism!Hashtags:#Jainism #SWAYAM #FLAMEUniversity #IndianPhilosophy #Mahavira #Ahimsa #SpiritualLearning #IntroToJainism #UGCCourse
In this chapter, Lord Krishna reveals the difference between **divine qualities (daivī sampad)** such as fearlessness, compassion, truth, and humility — and **demonic qualities (āsurī sampad)** such as pride, anger, greed, and hypocrisy.
🌿 Key Teachings:* Divine vs. demonic qualities and their consequences* How inner character shapes our destiny* Choosing the path that leads to peace, joy, and liberation. This chapter is a mirror for self-reflection, guiding us to live with purity, courage, and compassion.
📖 *Verses: Bhagavad Gita 16.1–16.24*
🙏 A timeless teaching for spiritual seekers across generations.---
#BhagavadGitaChapter16#BhagavadGitaExplanation#DaivasuraSampadVibhagaYoga#GitaChapter16inEnglish#DivineAndDemonicQualitiesGita#BhagavadGitaTeachings#KrishnaGitaExplanation#BhagavadGitaSummary#BhagavadGitaVerses#gitawisdom
Explore the rich spiritual traditions of Asia! 🌏✨ Join this UGC Swayam course on Asian Religions—covering India, China, and Japan. Learn history, philosophy, and culture from the roots. Enroll now!Hashtags:#AsianReligions #IndiaChinaJapan #UGCSwayam #SpiritualTraditions #ReligiousStudies #LearnOnline #IndianPhilosophy #ChinesePhilosophy #JapaneseCulture #OnlineCourse #Education #SwayamCourse #WorldReligions #CultureAndPhilosophy #ShortLearning
This episode features the recording of a webinar held on August 20, 2025, hosted by The India Centre at FLAME University, under the UGC–sponsored Nurturing Future Leadership Program.
Speaker Prof. Pankaj Jain explores how India’s timeless dharmic wisdom—from the symbolic wisdom of Gaṇeśa to the ethical insights of the BhagavaGītātā—offers ten guiding principles for ethical, sustainable, and future-ready leadership.
Key Themes Covered:
Wisdom, Duty, and Compassion as core leadership values
Insights from Gaṇeśa and the thGītātā for modern challenges
How dharmic principles foster inclusive, ethical, and resilient leaders
📖 Based on Prof. Jain’s essay: From Gaṇeśa to Gītā: Ten Dharmas for Modern Leaders
🎤 Speaker: Prof. Pankaj Jain🏛 Host: The India Centre, FLAME University📖 Program: UGC–Sponsored Nurturing Future Leadership Program
👉 Perfect for listeners interested in leadership, ethics, philosophy, and Indian wisdom traditions.
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Ethical Leadership
Future Leaders
Sustainable Leadership
Values-Based Leadership
Indian Philosophy
Dharmic Leadership
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Gītāta Wisdom
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What if the solution to our modern ecological crisis lies in ancient wisdom?Discover how the Sanskrit word 'Dharma' (धर्म) originates from the root 'Dhri' (धृ), meaning "to sustain." Long before "sustainability" became a global buzzword, Vedic philosophy spoke of 'Ritam' (ऋतम्) – the cosmic order maintained through harmony with the universe.From prayers asking Mother Earth for forgiveness to the principles of Ahimsa (अहिंसा) in Jainism and mindfulness in Buddhism, learn how Indian traditions have ingrained a deep reverence for nature for millennia.#Sustainability #Dharma #IndianPhilosophy #VedicWisdom #Ritam #Ecology #MotherEarth #AncientWisdom #Hinduism #Jainism #Buddhism #Shorts#Sustainability #Dharma #IndianPhilosophy #AncientWisdom #Ecology #Vedic #Ritam #MotherEarth#Shorts #YouTubeShorts #Knowledge #DidYouKnow #Spiritual #Environment #Trending#SanatanaDharma #Jainism #Buddhism #Hinduism #Ahimsa #VasudhaivaKutumbakam #Sanskrit #CosmicOrder #ReverenceForNatureJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgyYA6fXrfCcTQsvEyCLTbg/joinProfessor Pankaj Jain, Ph.D.
The webinar featured Professor Michael Hatchet discussing "Prayer in the Periphery" on August 25, 2025. He explored the philosophical challenge of "praying without ceasing" as mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 5:17.
Key points covered:
He proposed that continuous prayer might be possible through "peripheral listening" - maintaining awareness of God in the margin of consciousness rather than the center or context. This allows one to remain receptive to divine communication while engaged in necessary tasks.
The discussion included parallels with Hindu concepts, noting similarities between Christian prayer and bhakti yoga (devotional practices). Professor Jain highlighted how the topic connects to both dualistic perspectives (where God and devotee are separate) and non-dualistic perspectives in Hinduism.
The session concluded with reflections on comparative theology between Christianity and Hinduism, acknowledging Christianity's long history in India dating back nearly two millennia.
Professor Michael Hatcher earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Southern California. He has taught at Valparaiso University in Indiana—literally meaning 'Vale of Paradise'—and now teaches at FLAME University in Pune, also nestled in a scenic valley. His academic journey, therefore, has moved between valleys, both geographical and intellectual, exploring the depths of philosophy and theology. In this webinar, he spoke on a fascinating theme: 'Prayer in the Periphery.' Drawing from philosophical theology and phenomenology, Professor Hatcher will explore the possibility of unceasing prayer as envisioned in 1 Thessalonians 5:17.Interestingly, the name Thessalonica—from which Thessalonians come—means 'Victory of Thessaly' in Greek, with nikē meaning victory. This resonates with the Sanskrit words jaya and vijaya, which also mean victory. Such linguistic resonances remind us of the deep Indo-European heritage shared by Greek and Sanskrit, bridging traditions and contexts much like Professor Hatcher does in his work. Through the lens of contextual and marginal awareness—as articulated by Gurwitsch and Arvidson—he will invite us to reflect on how individuals might attune themselves to the divine voice while navigating the rhythms of everyday life . Valleys are often places of learning and reflection, where depth of thought can flourish. From Valparaiso, the 'Vale of Paradise,' to the valley setting of FLAME University, Professor Hatcher's path has been marked by such spaces of contemplation. In this lecture, he invites us into another kind of valley — the philosophical and theological exploration of unceasing prayer in everyday life.
Did you know that Christians have been a part of Indian cinema since before India’s first full-length film was made? 🎬 From silent missionary movies to iconic Bollywood blockbusters, this video dives deep into how Christians have been portrayed on-screen over the past century.We explore powerful stories from the Catechist of Kil-Arni (1923) to Esthappan (1978), Julie (1975), and the legendary Amar Akbar Anthony (1977). Christian characters have ranged from humble fishermen and grieving mothers to moral mentors and interfaith lovers.In this short but impactful visual journey, discover how Indian films have portrayed Christians not just as background characters, but as integral parts of India’s cinematic and cultural fabric. 🇮🇳✨🎞️ If you love Bollywood, film history, or stories of India’s diversity, this one’s for you.👇 Let us know in the comments:Which Christian character from Bollywood do YOU remember the most?🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share & Subscribe for more hidden gems and cinematic secrets!#Bollywood #IndianCinema #FilmHistory #AmarAkbarAnthony #BobbyMovie #JulieMovie #IndianChristians #ChristianRepresentation #SecularIndia #BollywoodStories #CinemaDiversity #HiddenGems #CulturalUnity #MovieBreakdown #ShortDoc
Hindu–Muslim Harmony in Hindi Films #ashortaday #explore #viralvideo #Bollywood #hindumuslim
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Stay tuned for layers.The much-awaited episode 4 of Naturally Musical - a venture Professor Pankaj Jain and Shri Manoj Govindraj have undertaken to share the often simple yet layered thoughts behind eco-friendly songs in Indian films🎵Keep up with every episode to see how Prof. Pankaj Jain masterfully peels back the glass onion of lyrical complexity in Indian film music, while Manojji explains the theoretical aspects and Hindustani classical linkages that make these melodies so beautiful.With sprinkles of short performances by both Manoj ji and me, we truly hope you enjoy this deep dive into eco-friendly Indian film music that we call “Naturally Musical”🎶
Reason #3: Spread of Buddhism
Reason #2: Spread of Buddhism Across Asia
Reason #3: Decline of Buddhism in India
