On the Auspicious occasion of the Hindu New Year ( UGADI/ GUDI PADWA) we are pleased to launch our new Portal to revive Ancient Indian Knowledge Systems.
This will help millions of people connect with their ancient heritage and traditional culture. Designed people across all age groups cutting across barriers of caste and creed the Portal provides an easy tool for those who wish to acquire knowledge about life , environment and Sciences.
The vast repository of traditional knowledge systems will enable every to lead life through awareness of Body-Mind – Soul complex leading to satisfaction and bliss.
We welcome you all to this portal carefully designed and curated for all those beginners who want to learn about our rich store house of knowledge. All the knowledge will be classified under their respective streams and made available under one umbrella.
Irrespective of age and caste visit the site regularly to enrich your knowledge about diverse range of subjects lying hidden in our scriptures. Only a language like Sanskrit can handle such large literature covering every subject under the Sun. All Indian festivals are linked to Environment, Astronomy, Geography and Five gross elements called Panch Bhutas. Do share your views and suggestions. It will help you serve better.
To access the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) library please visit our knowledge partner Shiksha Foundation portal by pressing this link. You will find the essence and easy understanding of ‘Sanatan Dharma’ and collection of all the authentic English translations of all relevant Indian ancient literature at one place.
The tree with deep roots grows to its highest and widest extent possible and also survives for a long. Our logo emphasizes on the above theory. The roots in the logo resemble ancient Indian knowledge which is very well-established and firm in nature.
The stem and branches above are the knowledge disciplines which emerged from ancient Indian knowledge and methods. One who takes shelter under this well-rooted knowledge enjoys the highest bliss or Ananda. The image of a man sitting in the meditation posture in the logo resembles that Ananda. The circle around the tree presents the thought of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (The whole world is our Family) and आ नो भद्राः क्रतवो यन्तु विश्वतः (Let noble thoughts come to me from all directions).
The Banyan represents growth, strength, and self-awareness through reflection. meditation, and a stilling one’s mind. It is said that Buddha attained enlightenment after sitting under the banyan tree for 7 days Called Kalpavriksha (‘the wish-fulfilling tree’) in Sanskrit (and also Ashwattha Vriksha), the Banyan tree is given a holy status in our culture, with Lord Krishna himself declaring “Among trees, I am the Ashwattha” in the Bhagavad Gita.
Satyam Shivam Sundaram
Satyam Shivam Sundaram” is an ancient Sanskrit maxim that Truth (Satya), God
(Shiva) and Beauty (Sundara) are three manifestations of the same primordial entity.
Shivam can also be interpreted as “Good” (God is Good). While Shiva was a much later
inductee in the Hindu pantheon, and a controversial one at that, he became undoubtedly the most popular of gods and in due course, his name came to represent “God”’ as the ultimate entity. The ancient Indian notion of the Supreme Being is fundamentally not even monotheistic but monistic: God is all of existence and beyond the duality of opposites. From the perspective of cosmology, God (Brahman) is all of cosmic existence, the ”instant” before The Big Bang. Of course, that ”instant” beggars description, but that is the whole point: Indian philosophy describes Brahman primarily through the use of negations – ”neti neti” i.e. ”not that, not that” but something more. Brahman cannot be described, nor comprehended by reason.
IIRF is happy to announce the launch of its much awaited vertical on Indian Knowledge System . This Portal will be officially launched under the name VEDA JNANA GANGA on 22 March 2023. The day is celebrated as a New year day as per the Hindu Calendar in some parts of the country , mainly South as Ugadi and Gudi Padva in Maharashtra. Considering that we are promoting Ancient Indian Knowledge systems it is an auspicious day.
Introduction
VEDA JNANA GANGA ( INDIAN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEM)
India is a repository of the ancient traditional knowledge system which forms the foundation of our durable and robust society. It is the longest practicing civilization that has survived for ages the onslaught of scores of cultural invasions. In spite of cultural assault by anti-India forces our rich knowledge continues to endure. The last two hundred years has seen a perceptible decline in our traditional teachings and practices. The Western education system has dominated our society resulting in erosion of our cultural and social values. Last few generations have virtually been cut off from our ancient knowledge treasure and traditional education. Our recent generations particularly the youth are alien to Indian culture and have either forgotten the rich heritage or not exposed to it.
Fortunately, the last decade has seen some signs of revival of our rich legacy, thanks to many selfless NGOs who have taken upon themselves to promote our culture along with Sanskrit , the soul of Indian culture and traditions. Thousands of volunteers and organizations have been working round the clock to bring back the rich knowledge to the masses. There is a growing desire among the present generation to learn about our rich past. Technology today provides many platforms to aspirants to acquire the knowledge they have missed out all these years.
There is enough content available in our repository that can be disseminated through the electronic media and the internet. However there is a need to share this knowledge worldwide through user-friendly tools on the net. This will help everyone especially the younger generation to learn about Indian culture , traditions and our ancient language. The impact of this revolution will be seen in the next few years.
To take this initiative forward, VEDA JNANA GANGA an organ of INDUS INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION ( IIRF )*, is starting a vertical portal which will have information about ancient Indian Knowledge System.
The portal will contain information about ancient literature , traditional knowledge , philosophies and sciences. The platform will cater to the beginners , the inquisitive and those interested in advanced knowledge. In short it will be a one-stop Center for those who want to know anything and everything about ancient Indian wisdom. This not restricted to India alone but has a Universal appeal.
AIM
The main aim of Bharatiya Gnan Pranali is to revive the ancient Indian Knowledge System and bring it back to the masses .
OBJECTIVES
In furtherance of the main aim there are a number of objectives which the organization is committed to.
*Work towards promoting Sanskrit as a National Language.
* To revive ancient Indian Knowledge and restore India’s past glory.
* To spread the rich knowledge among the common masses
* To create an awareness among the people about our rich culture and traditions
* To encourage the youth to learn our ancient heritage .
* To instill pride and self-esteem in our rich past.
* To promote and popularize Sanskrit language in our daily lives.
* To provide a platform to all NGOs involved in promoting Sanskrit language.
* To assist individuals and Organizations in publishing articles related to Indian culture and literature.
ACTIVITIES
* To organize seminars and webinars to popularize Sanskrit .
* To guide and assist those interested in pursuing studies related to Indian Knowledge systems.
* To network and work with like minded Organizations to strengthen Indian society culturally by reviving our ancient knowledge systems
* To work towards providing employment opportunities to Sanskrit scholars and teachers.
Key Areas of Focus
To set up a virtual repository of ancient Indian knowledge systems and traditions.
* To post podcasts of scholars and experts on the portal.
Interact with spiritual scholars, philosophers and Religious institutions to create awareness among the people and Society.
* Promote Indian Culture, Values and its Heritage.
*Promote Art, Music, Literature, and Culture based on our ancient scriptures.
*Engage with organisations and individuals involved in spread of our objectives with special reference to individual self development.
VISION
India which once enjoyed the status of a Vishwa Guru, in recent times has seen the decline of a glorious civilization. Today the world is witnessing strife and violence causing suffering to mankind.
The Vaidic tradition always espoused the cause of oneness of the world as “one big family”. It is this philosophy that can bring peace in the universe for the benefit of all. BGS can offer the world, the knowledge of ancient wisdom , its philosophies for a better world order.
VJG also endeavours to prepare India in facing the challenges of the 21st century as a knowledge and spiritual power to contribute its bit to the common good of humanity.
We believe in the Indian wisdom contained in Vedas that says –
ॐ सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः
सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः ।
सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु
मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत् ।
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥
शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥
Om Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah
Sarve Santu Niraamayaah |
Sarve Bhadraanni Pashyantu
Maa Kashcid-Duhkha-Bhaag-Bhavet |
Om Shaantih Shaantih Shaantih ||
Meaning
1: Om, May All be Happy,
2: May All be Free from Illness.
3: May All See what is Auspicious,
4: May no one Suffer.
5: Om Peace, Peace, Peace.
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