May 2020

Shri Krishnayana – 9

He who remains above everything, He who oversees everything, conducts everything, bears everything, the extractor, the all-powerful is the one who resides alongside everyone inside the body – the Supreme Lord.

Tales of Nala & Damanayanti

The Tales of Nala and Damayanti – 9

Whether treated with regard or otherwise, despoiled of his kingdom and destitute of prosperity, if he were to return to her, may she never be angered.” Thus, having heard his words, I have eagerly and speedily returned here.

Vamana Avatara - 9

Vamanavatara – 9

Nowadays, when one sets out to perform a good deed, there are more detractors than supporters. In such a scenario, if we blow the conch, our work will be completed without any obstacles.

Durga Trishtup Mantra

Elaborating upon the meaning of the durgā triṣṭup mantra

This hymn which is in the triṣṭup meter which was visualized by sage kaśyapa, at first glance appears to be directed towards agni who is popularly known as jātavēdas. However, by addressing it as durgā triṣṭup, śrī madhvācārya shows us that more than agni, it is durgādēvi who is being extolled in this hymn.