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Introduction Raghava Yadivyam is a Sanskrit poem written by the 17th century poet Venkatadhvari. The poem is unique in that it can be read in two different ways: forwards and backwards. When read forwards, the poem tells the story of Lord Rama from the Ramayana. When read backwards, the poem tells the story of Lord Krishna from the Mahabharata. The Name of the Poem The name of the poem, Raghava Yadivyam, is also interesting. The word “Raghava” refers to Lord Rama, while the word “Yadava” refers to Lord Krishna. This suggests that the poem is a synthesis of the characters of Lord Rama and Lord Krishna. What Makes the Poem So Unique The unique feature of Raghava Yadivyam is that it is an anuloma-viloma-kavya. This means that it is a poem with two meanings, one that can be read forwards and one that can be read backwards. This is a very rare feat in Sanskrit poetry, and it is one of the things that makes Raghava Yadivyam such a unique and special work. The way this is achieved is through

Introduction Śatakatraya is a collection of three Sanskrit poems, each containing a hundred verses. The three śataka's are known as the Nītiśataka, Śṛṅgāraśataka, and Vairāgyaśataka. They are attributed to the 6th-century Indian philosopher and grammarian Bhartṛhari. The Three Śatakas The Nītiśataka is a collection of wise sayings on a variety of topics, including politics, ethics, and philosophy. It is considered to be one of the most important works of Sanskrit niti śāstra (lit. 'science of ethics'). The Śṛṅgāraśataka is a collection of love poems, which explore the themes of love, beauty, and desire. It is considered to be one of the finest examples of Sanskrit love poetry. The Vairāgyaśataka is a collection of poems on the theme of dispassion, or detachment from worldly concerns. It is considered to be one of the most important works of Sanskrit vairāgya śāstra (lit. 'science of dispassion'). The Author Bhartṛhari was a 6th-century Indian ph

Introduction The Brahma Samhita is a revered ancient text in Vaishnavism, composed of verses of prayer spoken by Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe. It serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Lord Krishna, and offers profound insights into the Hindu concept of God. In this article, we will explore the historical significance of the Brahma Samhita, delve into its major teachings, and discuss the relevance of this text in modern life. 1. History of the Brahma Samhita: The Brahma Samhita is believed to have been spoken by Lord Brahma himself. It is considered one of the most important texts in Vaishnavism and holds great reverence among devotees.  Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu rediscovered a part of the work, the 62 verses of chapter 5, which had previously been lost for a few centuries, at the Adikesava Peruma Temple, Kanyakumari in South India. 2. Major Topics Covered in the Brahma Samhita: a. The Nature of God: The Brahma Samhita provides p