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Religion 101: Mahabharata Part 4 – Modern Findings & Evidences

Mahabharata Bhagavad Gita Kurukshetra War

The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita is a central text of Hindu philosophy and a part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. It is presented as a dialogue between the prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer. This dialogue occurs on the battlefield just before the start of a great war, where Arjuna is in a moral crisis about the violence and death the war will cause. The Gita addresses the concepts of duty and righteousness, and it has been revered for its teachings on how to live a just life, pursue spiritual enlightenment, and understand the nature of the universe. Image source: Kobo

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Religion 101: Mahabharata Part 3 – The Brutal & Decisive Kurukshetra War

Kurukshetra War Hindu Mahabharata India History Religion

The Kurukshetra War, central to the Hindu epic Mahabharata, was a colossal battle fought between the Kauravas and the Pandavas, two factions of a royal family vying for the throne of Hastinapura. The battle took place at Kurukshetra, Haryana, India, just over 100 km north of New Dehli, on the way to Chandigarh. This war also serves as the backdrop for the sacred Bhagavad Gita, where Lord Krishna imparts spiritual wisdom to the warrior Arjuna. Image source: Krishna Culture

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Health 101: The Power of Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting food

In the ancient Indian system of medicine known as Ayurveda, the emphasis is on natural, whole foods and the timing and manner of eating which includes intermittent fasting, as much as on the food itself. This holistic approach considers not just the nutritional content of food, but also how it affects the body’s balance of the three fundamental bodily humors: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Image source: Photo by Rachael Gorjestani on UnsplashRead More »Health 101: The Power of Intermittent Fasting