Bodha

Bodha is a think tank and research group focused on contemporary issues of cultural concern.

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Can contemporary academia engage adhyatmik realities on their own terms?

Through the story of the Ajanvriksha, this essay examines the non-human turn in the Social Sciences and Humanities and points to its enduring adhyatmik deficit.

https://t.co/DdTdh1GTfl

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Bodha’s work is expanding across research, writing, publishing, design, archives, and public education.

This newsletter will serve as a regular monthly record of what we are thinking, building, publishing, and preparing.

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Presenting the second issue of Bodha's Newsletter.

This monthly newsletter features 3 new long-reads, updates on our ongoing research projects, and registration invitations for upcoming Anveshi chapters, and an exciting online course.

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Scrolls of Aryavarta is a creative project in cultural storytelling through digital comics. Through this series, we will recreate stories, legends, triumphs, struggles, and tragedies from Indian history.

https://t.co/2Mn8P7wU4u

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Course Announcement-

Civilization Theory - Dhatus as Civilizational Code

To read the dhatus is to read the operating system of Bharata. Join @saamaanyafreaky in decoding them as the source code of Bharata's civilization.

Read more and register-
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Earlier this month we launched our newsletter, and Issue 1 of Scrolls of Aryavarta - a creative project blending history and storytelling.

Here, @saamaanyafreaky takes us through an autobiographical account of the name, and the ambition behind it -

https://t.co/CQ2sEzsm34

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The next chapter of Bodha Anveshi is here.

This time, we are heading to Badami for an immersive yatra through the evolution of Hindu temple architecture in the historic capital region of the Badami Chalukyas.

Dates: 14th-18th August 2026

Register here: https://t.co/Tn7Zw6LYBr

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वट सावित्री व्रत की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ|

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From "disclosure" files to Hollywood movies to prime us - the West slowly prepares for a revelation of human contact with/discovery of alien life forms.

But the Hindu may ask - disclosure of what? To whom?

@saamaanyafreaky probes this curious inflection.
https://t.co/pkuRBb0IhG

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Imagine a civilization-builder game, except the building blocks are the Sanskrit dhatus.

How would we build a civilization, and what kind of civilization would it be?

In our latest essay, @saamaanyafreaky engages in this thought experiment.

https://t.co/Ty9jwZ3CJR

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While preserving their Vedic and Sanatana essence, these Kannur temples also incorporate many local deities, traditions, and rituals which reflect in their festivals and seasonal rhythms. Kannur Anveshi was a special yatra which will stay with us for its traditional continuity.

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A glimpse from the special session by @PankajSaxena84 on the meaning of Hindu temples, explaining its various aspects.

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A concern about the strict dress code in Kerala’s temples eventually became one of the biggest takeaways.

Anveshis from across Bharatavarsha came to appreciate the sincerity and devotion with which both the devotees and the temples function.

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Kannur is one of the finest regions of Kerala, where vibrant culture and traditions are kept alive despite a declining Hindu demography.

Bodha Anveshi Kannur Chapter ventured into the district of Kannur, an ancient Hindu town with a diverse cluster of Hindu temples.

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Witnessing Theyyam was a surreal experience for all of us. Seeing the devatas interact with devotees felt truly divine and was a blessing.

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We also got a chance to see the students of MGS Kalari, Kannur, perform the ancient martial art of Kalaripayattu beautifully, showcasing remarkable skill and discipline.

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Kerala’s temple architecture is incomplete without the large and beautiful water tanks attached to the temples. Some of these are world-famous for their pristine surroundings and spiritually uplifting atmosphere.

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From Peralassery Sree Subramanya Temple to Trichambaram Sree Krishna Temple, from Sree Annapoorneswary Temple to Sree Mridanga Saileswari Temple, this Parashurama Kshetra is home to magnificent shrines dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, Shakti, Ganapati, Murugan, and many other deities.