Samvad Bharati

Tirumala Lord Venkateswara Temple is known as one of the richest temples in the world. Yet, despite its wealth, the treatment of devotees often leaves much to be desired. One critical issue that is frequently overlooked is sexual harassment and abuse within temple premises. Image Credits: The NEWSMinute Yes, you heard that correctly. Sexual harassment and abuse in temples are pressing issues that need to be addressed. Imagine this, Men and women sent for darshan in a crowded manner, everyone falling over each other. In such a scenario, there are people who touch mothers, sisters, and wives in inappropriate ways, either deliberately or because they are pushed into uncomfortable situations. Is this acceptable? Some might argue that in a temple, no one harbors bad intentions. But can anyone say that with 100% certainty? Lust is an invisible force; no one knows what someone else is feeling inside. It can arise anytime and anywhere. Most people who come to temples are distressed, troubled, ...

Namaskaram, In this blog post, we delve into the etymology, meaning, context, and examples of some important Sanskrit words that hold deep significance in Indian philosophy and culture. https://samvadbharati.notion.site

In Hindu dharma, the role of grihastha ashrama (householdership) is pivotal, often misunderstood as less significant on the path to moksha. Contrary to popular belief, moksha—liberation from samsara, the endless cycle of birth and death—is not achieved by renouncing worldly life. Instead, it is through fully engaging in life that we find the way out of it. To comprehend this journey towards moksha, we must first understand why we take birth. Our birth is driven by desires and capabilities, encapsulated in three shaktis: ichashakti (desire to do), kriyashakti (ability to act), and gnanashakti (knowledge of action). These forces dictate our rebirth, shaping our destinies according to our attachments. For instance, a penchant for non-vegetarian food might lead one to be reborn as a creature that partakes in such diets, like a hyena. In Hindu dharma, life’s aim is to achieve the four purusharthas—dharma, artha, kama, and moksha. Marriage allows us to pursue artha (wealth) and kama (desire)...