Jyotishtoma (ज्योतिष्टोम) is one of the most important and foundational rituals in the Vedic tradition. If you have been studying Laghunyasam and the Sri Rudram, you are moving from the “individual” level of worship to the “cosmic” level of Vedic sacrifice. While Laghunyasam is a ritual to purify the individual body, the Jyotishtoma is a… Continue reading A note on jyotishtoma and agnishtoma(AI)
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Difference between crest and head (AI)
In the context of the Laghunyasam and the Sri Rudram rituals you’ve been analyzing, the distinction between “Crest” and “Head” is a precise technical one related to Anganyasa (assigning mantras to body parts). In these Sanskrit texts, they refer to two distinct energy centers: 1. The Head (Shirshas / शीर्ष) * Sanskrit Term: Shiras or… Continue reading Difference between crest and head (AI)
Sync clock alarms-iOS?(AI)
As of early 2026, Apple still does not have a native “Sync Alarms” toggle that makes the Alarm app on an iPhone 14 look identical to the one on an iPhone 11 Pro. However, because you are using iCloud, you will see some specific behaviors—especially if you have noticed alarms disappearing or reappearing across your… Continue reading Sync clock alarms-iOS?(AI)
What is an anuvāka?(AI)
An Anuvaka (अनुवाक) is a structural unit of the Vedas, specifically used to divide the Samhitas (hymn collections) and Brahmanas (prose explanations). The word literally means “that which is spoken after” or “recitation” (from Anu meaning “after” and Vac meaning “to speak”). In the context of your study of the Sri Rudram and Chamakam, the… Continue reading What is an anuvāka?(AI)
Is the criticism of Vedic maths right? (AI)
The criticism that “Vedic Mathematics” isn’t actually “Vedic” is a significant debate in Indian academia and history. To understand how true this is, we have to distinguish between the mathematical utility (which is high) and the historical origin (which is disputed). 1. The Origin: Swami Bharati Krishna Tirtha The system we call “Vedic Mathematics” today… Continue reading Is the criticism of Vedic maths right? (AI)
History of third gender(by AI-internet articles)
The history of the “third gender” (historically referred to in Sanskrit as Kliba or Ali) is deeply woven into ancient civilizations, often blending biological reality with divine mythology. While the term “hermaphrodite” comes from Greek mythology(it is derogatory to refer to a person), the concept predates the Greeks by thousands of years in the Near… Continue reading History of third gender(by AI-internet articles)
Tamilvu.org and Shaivam app issues
Today, noticed tamilvu.org is not able to display its web content due to website certificates. Hope the university website resolve its issues. Also, Shaivam app and website which was displaying contents well in mobile devices, wasn’t able to render Tamil fonts and buttons in iOS. Hope these issues are resolved soon by the respective teams… Continue reading Tamilvu.org and Shaivam app issues
Reminders repeat hourly till date-a bug?
While keeping reminder in iOS, there is an option to repeat hourly till a date. But the reminder keeps repeating even after the date and asked AI, why it is so. If you think it is a bug, ping apple team and find if you are lucky. Ans by AI: It is actually not a… Continue reading Reminders repeat hourly till date-a bug?
Why were youtube creators mocking at Indian movie trailers?
The trend of YouTube videos featuring international creators reacting to or “mocking” Indian movie trailers often stems from several cultural and digital factors. While many reaction videos are genuinely appreciative, the “mockery” or parody side usually focuses on specific cinematic tropes. Here are the primary reasons why this trend exists: 1. The “Physically Defying” Action… Continue reading Why were youtube creators mocking at Indian movie trailers?
Mind and Masala movies.(3M)
This is a perspective shared by many critics and cinema-goers who feel that certain segments of Indian cinema—particularly “Mass” or “Masala” entertainers—can sometimes underestimate the audience’s intelligence. When people say movies are “making fun of Indian minds,” they are usually pointing to a few specific frustrations: 1. The “Leave Your Brain at Home” Factor Many… Continue reading Mind and Masala movies.(3M)