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Aditi Devatamayi Explained
Kathopanishad, Basic Concepts Arpan Gupta Kathopanishad, Basic Concepts Arpan Gupta

Aditi Devatamayi Explained

In Kathopanishad (2nd chapter, 1st valli, 7th verse), the phrase “Aditi Devatamayi” appears. This talk explains what Aditi really means—not a physical figure, but “Akhandit Chetna” (unbroken consciousness): knowing yourself as the Self and using the body as an instrument. From this wholeness, twelve divine qualities arise naturally—like desirelessness, acceptance, creativity, inner refinement, protection of goodness, and mastery over the senses.

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The Four Meanings of Indra
Ramayana Arpan Gupta Ramayana Arpan Gupta

The Four Meanings of Indra

A clear explanation of the term “Indra” across Vedic and Paurāṇic texts, showing how Indra symbolizes the pure and impure mind, its mastery over the senses, and why many names and forms of Indra appear in mythology.

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Diwali’s Five Days: The Spiritual Meaning Behind the Rituals
Festivals Arpan Gupta Festivals Arpan Gupta

Diwali’s Five Days: The Spiritual Meaning Behind the Rituals

A clear, symbolism-based interpretation of Diwali’s five days: Dhanteras as adopting pure conduct and virtues, Rūp Chaudas as cleansing negative thoughts and remembering karma, Diwali as lighting the inner Self, Lakshmi–Ganesha as wealth guided by wisdom, Govardhan Pūjā as uplifting consciousness, and Bhāī Dūj as living brotherhood—not just thinking it.

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