The Progenitor, Protector, and Philosopher – Sage Kashyap By Cdr Alok Mohan श्लोकः (Sanskrit Verse) ऋषयोऽपि तस्य वैशिष्ट्यमनन्तं यथा प्रकीर्तितम्।कश्यपः सर्वजनाधिपो देवानां रक्षाकरः सदा। Translation:“The sage Kashyap, whose distinction among all sages is unparalleled, is the eternal protector of all beings, commanding respect even among the gods.” Introduction Sage Kashyap (ऋषि कश्यप) stands as one …
The Radiant Sage of Dharma, Yoga, and Cosmic Lineage: “Rishi Marīchi”By Cdr Alok Mohan Sanskrit Epigraph with Translation “आदित्योऽहं विश्वतः प्रभवः। मरिचिश्च मारुतां वायुः। तारमास्मि चन्द्रमस्मि च सप्तर्षीणामस्मि मारिचिः॥” “I am the Aditya-sun among the celestial beings; I am Marīchi among the Maruts; I am the moon among the stars; and among the Seven Sages, …
The Life and Teachings of the Sages ऋषि कुशिक, कौशिक, and गालवBy Cdr Alok Mohan ॐ ततो हि प्रियं वद स्वधर्मं यत् प्रसीदति स्वयम्। विवेचनस्वभावं यत्तुत निरूप्यते धर्मतः।। O Supreme, speak that which You yourself approve as auspicious,Which conforms to the nature of discrimination, and is firmly established by Dharma. Abstract This paper explores three …
Rishi Vishvamitra: From Warrior King to Brahmarishi By Cdr Alok Mohan Introduction In the vast expanse of India’s spiritual and cultural heritage, the name of Rishi Vishvamitra shines as a symbol of transformation, resilience, and divine wisdom. Unlike many sages born into the Brahmanical order, Vishvamitra’s journey to sainthood began from the throne. He was …
Ancient Hindu Culture: Religion and Politics of Our Ancestral Heritage By Cdr Alok Mohan Abstract Ancient Hindu culture is a remarkable synthesis of spirituality, ethics, governance, and knowledge systems that shaped human civilization for millennia. Rooted in Vedic, Upanishadic, and Puranic traditions, it emphasizes dharma (righteousness), ṛeeta (cosmic order), and the pursuit of self-realization. This …
The Life and Teachings of Rishi Yāska and Maharshi Pāṇini By Cdr Alok Mohan INTRODUCTION Language, as the vehicle of knowledge and culture, assumes its fullest expression when systematized through grammar and etymology. In ancient India, two towering figures—Rishi Yāska and Maharshi Pāṇini—form the twin pillars of Sanskrit linguistic tradition. Yāska, considered the forefather of …
The Life and Teachings of Rishi Yāska and Maharshi Pāṇini By Cdr Alok Mohan INTRODUCTION Language, as the vehicle of knowledge and culture, assumes its fullest expression when systematized through grammar and etymology. In ancient India, two towering figures—Rishi Yāska and Maharshi Pāṇini—form the twin pillars of Sanskrit linguistic tradition. Yāska, considered the forefather of …
“Sage Vaishampayana: Custodian of the Krishna Yajur-Veda and Narrator of the Mahabharata”ByCdr Alok Mohan व्यासप्रवर्तितं यजुर्वेदं वैशंपायनः शिष्यः श्रोतुमुपयात: । जयसंहिता करोति जनमेजये राजा कुरुवंशस्य श्रुतिं पुनरुक्तुम् ॥ Translation: “Vaishampayana, (वैशप्ययन) the disciple of Vyasa, came forth to listen to the Yajur-Veda taught by Vyasa; he engaged in reciting the Jaya-Samhita (Mahabharata) to King Janamejaya, …
Rishi Jaimini: Life, Teachings, and Philosophical LegacyBy Cdr Alok Mohan धर्मार्थे कर्मणि नियमो युक्तिः पुरा जाप्यताम्। शून्यं यज्ञफलम् अवाप्य मोक्षार्थे न दृश्यते॥ Translation:“In ritual action performed for the sake of Dharma, discipline and rules must always be observed. A sacrifice yields no fruit if devoid of proper adherence, and liberation cannot be directly attained through …
Rishi Richika: Sage of Destiny By Cdr Alok Mohan Introduction In the Vishnu Dharma, the sages Ūrva (Aurva) and Richika are regarded as one and the same. In many texts, he is addressed as Bhṛgunandana (descendant of Bhrigu), Bhārgava, or simply Bhrigu. Richika was the son of Uru, who in turn was the son of …