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Encountering Mahaperiyava: A scholarly, soul-stirring journey with the Sage of Kanchi
Shri Chandrashekarendra Saraswati Swamigal (Mahaperiyava), the 68th Jagadguru of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, united rigorous Advaita Vedanta with a lived ethic of compassion and service. This academically grounded reflection explains how his padayatra, pedagogy, and daily austerities shaped an enduring model of spiritual leadership. Readers gain a clear overview of his scriptural method, practical household…
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Mahaperiyava’s Living Grace: Academic Portrait of the Sage of Kanchi’s Path to Unity
Shri Chandrashekarendra Saraswati Swamigal (Mahaperiyava), the 68th Jagadguru of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, exemplified Advaita Vedanta through disciplined practice, inclusive compassion, and service. This academic portrait situates his life within the Shankaracharya Parampara, outlining how padayatra, temple revitalization, and Vedic learning strengthened communities. It clarifies core methods—sadhana-chatuṣṭaya and śravaṇa–manana–nididhyāsana—while showing how bhakti and karma integrate with…
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Vidyaranya Jayanti 2026: Date, Puja Guide, and the Timeless Legacy of Vijayanagara’s Sage
Vidyaranya Jayanti 2026 will be observed on April 23 (Vaishakha Shukla Saptami), honoring Swami Vidyaranya—Madhavacharya (Madhava Vidyaranya)—the Advaita luminary and rajaguru of the early Vijayanagara Empire. This long-form guide outlines historical context, key texts (Panchadasi, Jivanmuktiviveka, Sarvadarśanasaṅgraha), and his association with Sringeri Sharada Peetham. Readers gain a practical puja framework for home observance, guidance on…
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Vidyaranya Jayanti 2026: Date, Puja Guide, and the Timeless Legacy of Vijayanagara’s Sage
Vidyaranya Jayanti 2026 will be observed on April 23 (Vaishakha Shukla Saptami), honoring Swami Vidyaranya—Madhavacharya (Madhava Vidyaranya)—the Advaita luminary and rajaguru of the early Vijayanagara Empire. This long-form guide outlines historical context, key texts (Panchadasi, Jivanmuktiviveka, Sarvadarśanasaṅgraha), and his association with Sringeri Sharada Peetham. Readers gain a practical puja framework for home observance, guidance on…
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Safeguarding the Shankaracharya Parampara: Ex-CBI Chief Seeks Unity, Dignity, and Dialogue
A widely discussed letter by former CBI Director M. Nageswara Rao urges the Shankaracharyas of Puri, Sringeri, and Dwarka to help resolve a row over the alleged humiliation of the Jyotirmath Shankaracharya. This analysis explains why the Shankaracharya Parampara is pivotal to Hindu Tradition and Culture and outlines how amnaya peethas and temple administrations can…