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The Hindu Joint Family as the Training Ground for Samskara
In my latest blog post, I delve into the rich history of the Hindu joint family system and its profound influence on individual identity and societal values. I vividly recall the days when extended families, comprising numerous relatives living harmoniously under one roof, thrived under the guidance of a single family head. These families, despite…
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If the West Bends Over Any Further, We’ll Be Left with a Broken Spine: Nations and Muslim Appeasement
This insightful blog post delves into the complex issue of appeasement in Western nations and its potential consequences in the face of extremist Islamic jihadist ideologies. Drawing from historical events and lessons, it cautions against the dangers of bending too far in the direction of compassion, underscoring the need for a careful balance between empathy…
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How the Hindu Society Lost Access to its Own Culture
This is the first episode in a series featuring an English adaptation of DVG’s 1957 lecture on Samskruti (Culture). DVG offers profound insights into society and culture, exploring facets like human relationships, attitudes toward work, marriage, and self-discipline, reflecting on a bygone era, and contrasting it with contemporary society. His discourse delves into the intrinsic…
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Multiculturalism as misdirection
Peter Thiel’s article titled “The Diversity Myth,” featured in this month’s The New Criterion, addresses several key points about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and their impact on various aspects of society. Thiel argues that DEI is not a genuine pursuit of diversity but rather a distraction from deeper issues. These deeper issues include challenges…