Faith
Valmiki showcases Rama’s equanimity of mind when Kaikeyi tells Him that she is conveying His father’s orders, namely, that the Pattabhishekam is cancelled and that He has to go into exile for fourteen years. In this context, Rama exemplifies the ideal reaction to strive for when people have to face unexpected crisis and turns in life, which is not easy for the majority in samsara. But the same Rama gives vent to His feelings as any normal human being when the three of them are alone in the
Faith
The Upanishads state that the Supreme Brahman is the highest principle and to reach Brahman is the ultimate goal of all beings. But how is Brahman to be known or seen? How is one to search for Brahman? In this context, it is interesting to note that Adi Sankara shows that Brahman can be seen in the lotus of one’s heart through intense devotion and contemplation, pointed out Sri B. Sundarkumar in a discourse. Among the many epithets used by the acharya to propitiate Siva and Sakti in the hymn
Life & Style
Heritage Race, melding VR with history
Priyadarshini Paitandy A team from Salem has created a Virtual Reality game that lets users cycle around monuments, from their homes
History & Culture
Measured out in coffee spoons: the iconic cafes of India
Through the ages, the public yet very private space of the café has reigned without control. These spaces have sculpted great artistic and political phenomena by allowing the tender exchange of conversation. People from all walks of life frequent cafes, which make for democratic pockets untapped by technology; where people can differ, debate, or even light a cigarette and immerse themselves in quiet contemplation. A site for dreaming, defying, and a breeding ground for ideas, fierce friendships