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Itihas Divakar

July 2009

July 2009Edited by Dr. Vidya Chand ThakurVol. 2, Issue 2
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This publication is the July 2009 issue of 'Itihas Diwakar', a quarterly research journal. It contains various articles focusing on Indian history, culture, and philosophy. Key topics include the centenary of Sri Aurobindo's Uttarpara speech, an address by Mohan Rao Bhagwat on the nature of history, and an analysis of the Puranic timeline of 'Shvetavaraha Kalpa'. Additionally, it features articles on the reality of Noah's flood, Hindu-Buddhist relations, Hammir Chauhan of Ranthambore, and the festival of Shravani Purnima. The journal aims to present Indian history from a traditional and nationalist perspective.

Key Highlights

  • 01The journal commemorates the 100th anniversary of Sri Aurobindo's historic Uttarpara speech, framing India's rise as the rise of Sanatana Dharma.
  • 02Mohan Rao Bhagwat's address presents the idea that 'history happens, it is not directed,' critiquing colonial and materialistic historical interpretations.
  • 03An article on 'Shvetavaraha Kalpa' presents Indian Puranic chronology, which measures the history of the universe and Earth in billions of years, contrasting it with Western historiography.
  • 04It features accounts of historical heroes like Hammir Chauhan of Ranthambore, highlighting Rajput ideals of valor and protection for those who seek refuge.

Contributors

Editor
Dr. Vidya Chand Thakur
Co-editor
Chetram Garg
Author
Vasudeva Poddar
Guide
Dr. Shivaji Singh
Thakur Ram Singh
Writer
Gokul Chand Goyal
Dr. Sharda Sinha
Hon'ble Mohan Rao Bhagwat

Topics

  • Chronology
  • Culture
  • Hindu-Buddhist Relations
  • History
  • Indian Philosophy
  • Nationalism
  • Puranas

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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