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The idea of ‘loka’ in the Veda-s and the Puraṇa-s is often translated to English as ‘planet’. This translation gives an apparent impression that the different loka-s might refer to various planets or galaxies in this physical universe. However, such an understanding of the Sanskrit word loka is very far from its true sense. Loka ultimately refers to a level or degree of subjective awareness or con...

Dr Bhaswati Bhattacharya explains why certain Sanskrit words used in Ayurveda cannot be accurately translated into English because those concepts are not found in Western science. The examples explained include: krimi (nowadays being called microbiome), agni, ama, grahi, bhasma, rasa, shodhana, and dosha. She also critiques the western tendency of positivism in science. This episode is extremely i...

Sanskrit expert Nityananda Misra explains the right ways to pronounce Sanskrit words which have been adapted in Hindi, Tamil and other languages.   Buy our new book Sanskrit Non-Translatables here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/ Do check out our YouTube channel \'Rajiv Malhotra Official\' and do follow us on Facebook \'@RajivMalhotra. Official\' and Twitter \'@InfinityMessage\' and \'@Rajiv...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/   The Sanskrit word ‘Svarga’ and ‘Naraka’ are almost always translated to English as heaven and hell respectively. In Christianity, heaven is a place where a believer is said to ascend after casting aside his physical body on death. The stay of a soul of a believer in heaven and also of a non-believer in hell is eternal as Christians do...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/ Demon is very commonly used to translate the Sanskrit word ‘asura’. Demon is considered in the biblical tradition as the personification of evil. Demons are the ones who support all that is sinful and vile in this world and cause all its sufferings. Hinduism does not have concepts like demon, devil or Satan. Asura is used to denote some...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com The use of the English word ‘god’ (beginning with small ’g’) to denote Hindu ‘Devata’ has become so prevalent that even some of the Hindu spiritual gurus have accepted it and invariably employ it in their discourses. Devata-s are divine beings who direct the activities of this whole cosmos and bring welfare to humanity. Devata-s are conn...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/ The Sanskrit term ‘Agama‘ refers to the vast body of literature that provides detailed information about the methodology connected with the worship of deities in temples. Agama-s also provide valuable information on subjects like architecture, town-planning, fine arts and administration in the context of temple construction and maintena...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/   ‘Sanskriti’ is very commonly translated to English as ‘Culture’. ‘Culture’ denotes a purely descriptive concept and describes the patterns of behaviour of a particular human society without going into its merits. Any random practice regularly followed by a group of people can be labelled as their culture. There could be ‘Mafia Culture...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/ ‘Shraddha’ is another Sanskrit word which is commonly translated to English as ‘Faith’ by many people including even some of the Hindu gurus. Faith is described as confidence or trust that someone has in another person or a thing. Faith could be directed towards an airline which is known for its punctuality or a person whom we consider...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/  Naga-s form a very ancient sect of Hindu ascetics known for their martial skills and extremely tough sadhanas. The western world is greatly fascinated by the Naga sadhu-s because they keep their body unclad. They have also started translating the word ‘Naga’ as ‘naked’ in English. However, this translation is misleading for most people...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/  Satanarayana Dasa Babaji and Rajiv Malhotra discuss Hanuman ≠ Monkey God. Hanuman is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism who is considered to bestow strength, wisdom and knowledge on His devotees. Unfortunately, many people translate Hanuman into English as ‘monkey god’. Hanuman is not a monkey but a ‘vanara’ and vanaras in Bha...

Purchase the book here: https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/  Satanarayana Dasa Babaji and Rajiv Malhotra discuss Seva ≠ Service. Description: \'Seva\' is very commonly translated to English as ‘service’ and most people believe that the two words carry identical meanings. However, it is a mistake to consider them as synonymous. The English word \'service\' denotes the work done by a person at som...

Satanarayana Dasa Babaji and Rajiv Malhotra discuss Dasa ≠ Slave. The Sanskrit word ‘Dasa’ is generally translated into English language as ‘Slave’ by western intellectuals. This has been done so frequently that almost everyone has accepted \'slave\' as the correct substitute for \'dasa\' in English. However, the word dasa has no connection with the shameful and inhumane system of slavery practise...

Satanarayana Dasa Babaji and Rajiv Malhotra discuss Guru ≠ Teacher. Guru is one of the several words of the Sanskrit language that have officially been recognised as a part of the English lexicon. Guru is a glaring example of a word that has been recklessly used in the English language with much distortion of its meaning. A guru is a person who has gained mastery in not only his area of study but...

Purchase the book here:  https://sanskritnontranslatables.com/  This book is the culmination of years of research in collaboration with Satyanarayana Dasa Babaji. In this book you will learn 54 Sanskrit terms that can not be translated into English because there is no English equivalent. We want you to start using these terms as part of your daily language. Purchase your copy today by visiting the...

Rajiv Malhotra and Vaidya P. Rammanohar discuss various aspects of doshas and dispel some common myths. Rajiv Malhotra and Vaidya P. Rammanohar discuss various aspects of doshas and dispel some common myths.  Vaidya Rammanohar explains that doshas represent a continuum of function and structure – they are neither substance, nor fluid nor energy, although they could manifest as one or more of these...

Rajiv Malhotra and Vaidya P. Rammanohar discuss the difference and similarities between a Vaidya and doctor. Vaidya Rammanohar explains that in Ayurveda there are five distinct terms for medical practitioners depending on how evolved they are as human beings. The first stage is chikitsaka which is equivalent to a doctor or physician as understood in the west. A Vaidya is at a very advanced stage o...

In a crowded field with many overnight half-baked shows popping up in social media, PGurus is one of the few doing original research on facts. Sree Iyer reveals his approach and plans. Do check out our YouTube channel \'Rajiv Malhotra Official\' and do follow us on Facebook \'@RajivMalhotra. Official\' and Twitter \'@InfinityMessage\' and \'@RajivMessage’. To support this project: https://infinity...

Vrinda Acharya explains the significance and philosophical dimension of the term \'Nada\' in the Indian musical tradition and enumerates as to why it cannot be and should not be equated with \'Sound\'. She explains the concepts of \'Nadabrahman\', \'Nadopasana\' and \'Nadayoga\' giving several references from ancient Sanskrit texts on musicology and also from compositions of great saint composers....

Rajiv wants to know why the Vatican has never apologized to Indians and Hindus for the atrocities committed in India, whereas the Vatican has apologized for past crimes against Africans, Native Americans, sexual abuse victims, and various others. The discussant agrees to investigate & respond later. Do check out our YouTube channel \'Rajiv Malhotra Official\' and do follow us on Facebook \'@Ra...

Noted Carnatic Vocalist Vidushi K. Vrinda Acharya explains the significance of Non-translatable terms related to South Indian Music or Carnatic Music. She elaborates on the wisdom and intensity of these technical terms, how they are integrated with the ethos of Sanatana Dharma and why it is not okay to replace them with simplistic English translations. She also observes that retaining the original...

A Christian conservative group supporting Trump discusses with Rajiv Malhotra on ideology that brought Trump to power. He explains the American voters\' revolt against liberalism which had swept everywhere after World War II. The reasons for the rise of nationalism and protectionism. The revolt against Elitism. Do check out our YouTube channel \'Rajiv Malhotra Official\' and do follow us on Facebo...

In this episode, they discuss the difference between deep culture and pop culture. Deep culture is the bedrock of societies and worth exploring to understand the world better. Rajiv Malhotra points out how the US is strongly rooted despite the pop culture trends superficially. They also discuss the difference between traditional Gurus and Modern Gurus and the important role they play in society to...

Was the spread of Christianity in Europe violent or peaceful? Did Christians treat European pagans as others? What happened during the Christian Inquisitions in Europe? Was the spread of Christianity in Europe violent or peaceful? Did Christians treat European pagans as others? What happened during the Christian Inquisitions in Europe?  In this engaging debate between Rajiv Malhotra and Eduardo An...

Rajiv Malhotra explains the root cause for the inferiority ridden complexes experienced by Indians while dealing with the West. He also explains why Indians are in a relentless pursuit of erasing their differences from the West, so that they can fit into the Western framework. They also discuss the importance of asserting and protecting one\'s unique cultural identity. Rajiv Malhotra also insists...