Shivaji Maharaj’s war tactics

Shivaji Maharaj was endowed with all the qualities necessary to be an able commander. With courage and skill he was able to overcome calamitous situations. He was the foremost Commander of his times. His commandership was the spirit of his army. Read more »

The slaying of Afzalkhan – A battle of nerves

The slaying of Afzalkhan remains one of the riskiest but equally thrilling episodes from Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s eventful life. The conduct of Shivaji Maharaj while preparing for and during event tallies with the teachings given in Kautilya’s ‘Arthashastra’. Read more »

Vietnam’s ideal Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

A small country from South East, like Vietnam was fighting for number of years against the most powerful country in the world like USA which had even nuclear weapons and still won the war with the inspiration of Chhatrapati. Read more »

Significance of wearing Sahavari saree (Six-yard saree)

The attire we wear determines the vibrations, emotion and bhav (Spiritual emotion) in us. A Tama predominant attire makes the person extroverted and fickle-minded. Raja predominant attire creates restlessness and agitation in the person. With a Sattva predominant attire the person gains stability of mind and peace. Read more »

Importance of Puja Samagri in ritualistic worship

Spiritual importance and salient features of the components (Puja Samagri) like turmeric, vermilion, gandha (sandalwood paste), flowers, akshatā, betel nut, coconut, Panchakhadya, incense sticks, camphor etc. used in ritualistic worship are mentioned in this article. Read more »

How to arrange the substances in Puja Thali ?

Before actually commencing a ritualistic worship it important to arrange the implements and other substances that is part of ritualistic worship. The arrangement of the components in the Puja Thali is explained ahead. Read more »