भारत धर्म by Shrikant Soman Marathi translation of the original English Blog https://www.shrikantsoman.org/post/bharat-dharma धर्म विरुद्ध रिलिजन (Dharma vs. Religion)   सुरुवात करण्यासाठी, "धर्म" (Dharma) या शब्दाचा सखोल अर्थ समजून घेणे आवश्यक आहे. धर्म हा शब्द 'रिलिजन' (Religion) या शब्दाचा तंतोतंत समानार्थी नाही, विशेषतः ज्या प्रकारे आधुनिक संदर्भात रिलिजनकडे पाहिले जाते त्या अर्थाने तर नक्कीच नाही. रिलिजनची मूळ संकल्पना  'रिलिजन' हा शब्द 'लिगारे' (ligare) या लॅटिन शब्दापा

Bharat Dharma is Sanatan Dharma. Is it because it is ancient? Is it a boast of being "first"? The word Sanatan does translate as "Very Old," but the essence runs deeper. Beyond Religion First, we must strip away the word "Religion."  Sanatan Dharma is not a set of rituals, nor is it bound by the label "Hindu" —a term far younger than the truth it seeks to describe. Think of it instead as The Law.  Just as the law of Gravity or the mechanics of Quantum Physics exist wh

In the global effort to combat climate change, India stands at a critical juncture. As one of the world's fastest-growing major economies, balancing the imperative for development with the necessity of environmental protection is its defining challenge. The nation's recent achievements, rooted in ambitious national policies and targeted investments, underscore a significant and successful transition towards a sustainable and low-carbon growth trajectory.

Raikva’s story, as told in the Chandogya Upanishad, captivates readers with its profound message. It emphasizes that enlightenment and deep wisdom often arise from the most unexpected places. Raikva, a humble cart puller, represents those who, despite societal limitations, can attain the highest forms of knowledge. His journey reminds us that wisdom is not exclusive to the elite and learned few, but is accessible to everyone.

The Manusmriti, or the Mānava-Dharmaśāstra, stands as one of the most ancient and influential legal and ethical treatises of Hindu tradition. Its origins are shrouded in the mists of antiquity, attributed to the legendary lawgiver Manu, considered the progenitor of humankind in Hindu cosmology. While the exact date of its compilation is debated among scholars, it is generally placed between 200 BCE and 200 CE, evolving over centuries through various layers of commentary and i

URGENT ACTION REQUIRED: Deplorable Condition of Public Toilet Near Gundecha School/Ambedkar Garden, BMC R North Ward, Mumbai 400068 28...

Our recent study tour to Raigad Fort, guided by the insightful and passionate Prof. Atharva Bedekar, turned out to be an unforgettable expedition—both physically demanding and intellectually enriching. Over two intense days, 19th and 20th April 2025, we immersed ourselves in the rich layers of archaeology and history embedded in every stone and pathway of this legendary fort. The very first sight of Raigad in the early hours of 19th April was nothing short of awe-inspiring. A

These discoveries provide a factual framework for understanding historical progress. Yet, any attempt to correlate these findings with our

Swami Vivekananda has said in his speech in the World Parliament of Religions in the year 1893 “As the different streams having their source

For the revival of Bharat, it is imperative that we rekindle its dormant intellectual and critical impulses. We must rejuvenate the essence

By discovering the importance of the individual, the individualistic age has brought two highly influential ideas to the forefront

Bharat - a nation based on Dharma Bharat - a nation based on Dharma Bharat that is India has its own unique identity on the world scene....