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Itihas Divakar

April 2017

April 2017Edited by Dr. Vidya Chand ThakurVol. 10, Issue 1
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In This Issue

This publication is the April 2017 issue of 'Itihas Divakar', a quarterly research journal. This issue includes special articles on Navsamvatsar (Hindu New Year), discussing the traditional 'Ugatu Panchang' of Himachal. It features a deep analysis of the principle of Karma Yoga based on Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak's 'Gita Rahasya'. Additionally, articles on historical figures like the virtuous King Vikramaditya, Vajraguru Padmasambhava who spread Buddhism in Tibet, and the great commander General Zorawar Singh are also presented.

Key Highlights

  • 01A detailed analysis of the 'Atmaupamya Drishti' (view of equality) in Karma Yoga through Lokmanya Tilak's 'Gita Rahasya'.
  • 02A special article on the traditional 'Ugatu Panchang' of Himachal Pradesh and the festival of Nav Samvatsar (New Year).
  • 03Highlighting the life and contributions of Vajraguru Padmasambhava, the standard-bearer of Buddhism in Tibet.
  • 04Clarification of myths and a factual analysis of the family life of the great commander General Zorawar Singh.

Contributors

Editor
Dr. Vidya Chand Thakur
Co-editor
Chetram Garg
Patron
Irvin Khanna
Chetaram
Dr. Shivaji Singh
Typesetting and Design
Ravi Thakur
Editorial Support
Dr. Ramesh Sharma
Editorial Support / Author
Dr. Om Prakash Sharma

Topics

  • Biography
  • Culture
  • History
  • Indian Philosophy
  • Karma Yoga

About the Journal

Itihas Divakar (The Lamp of History) is our flagship quarterly research journal dedicated to illuminating the rich tapestry of Indian history. Each issue contains scholarly articles, research papers, and analyses based on authentic sources in Hindi, Sanskrit, and other Indian languages.

The journal serves as a platform for researchers and scholars to present their findings on various aspects of Indian history, culture, and civilization, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of India's glorious heritage.

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