Words to return to
Reflections, traditional wisdom, and questions that deserve a little more time. Find a path that speaks to you.
MantraThe full Bajrang Baan with Roman transliteration and English meaning, followed by verse commentary, textual history and a thoughtful look at its fierce devotion.
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AstrologyA first look at a North Indian birth chart: recognise its houses, sign numbers, planets and Lagna before trying to interpret what they mean.
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TantraThe opening preparations for Gayatri sādhana, from the seat and purification to the ghee lamp and Gaṇeśa invocation, with Sanskrit and pronunciation.
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MantraThe full Hanuman Chalisa in Awadhi and Roman transliteration, followed by English reflections on the verses, its traditional attribution and daily practice.
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MantraSanskrit text and Roman transliteration of Sri Maha Kali Stotram, with an English interpretation and the setting of Brahma’s prayer to the Goddess.
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AstrologyHow birth details become a Janma Kundali: date conversion, time, place, planetary positions and the difference between calculation and interpretation.
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ReflectionA welcome to this journal of everyday reflections, traditional mantras and ideas worth returning to.
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MantraThe prayer to Savitṛ in Rigveda 3.62.10, with Sanskrit, Roman transliteration, meaning and a careful introduction to its traditional significance.
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SpiritualityA short reflection on bringing presence to ordinary mornings through one breath, an honest question and a moment of listening.
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AstrologyAn introduction to Jyotish, from its history and chart vocabulary to calendars and timing, with Nepali context and room for thoughtful questioning.
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