Segol doesn't only share historical importance with India but it is deeply associated with Hindu philosophy.
In Hinduism,a sceptre is often associated with deities and symbolizes power,authority,and divine sovereignty. In
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Hinduism it is known as "dand" (Sceptre), many people misinterpret dand as punishment but that's not true. Dand has two meanings in Sanskrit. One is डंड (sceptre) other one is दण्ड (punishment).
The sceptre is primarily depicted in the hands of Hindu gods and goddesses,
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especially those associated with ruling, protection, and justice. It represents their divine rule and authority over the universe. The sceptre is often adorned with intricate carvings, gemstones, or other sacred symbols that enhance its symbolic significance.
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For example, Bhagwan Vishnu, the preserver and protector of the universe, is often depicted holding a sceptre known as "Kaumodaki." This sceptre represents his authority and power to maintain cosmic order and protect the world. Similarly, Bhagawan Shiva, the destroyer and
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transformer, is sometimes depicted holding a sceptre called "Trishula," which symbolizes his supreme power and ability to transcend the three aspects of existence—creation, preservation, and destruction and a spectre can be seen in the hand of bhagwan brahma as well, it is
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known as "Brahmdand."two notable facts are that these sceptres can be used as divine weapons too and these sceptres can't be balanced by anyone else.
The sceptre is also associated with kings and rulers in Hindu culture and is often depicted as a royal emblem in their hands.
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signifies their authority, sovereignty, and ability to govern justly.
What we today see as sengol is actually a dand since, word "Sengol" is derived from the Tamil terms "Sen," meaning just or fair, and "Kol," referring to a spear or sceptre. In Tamil culture, a high priest
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use to hand over a sceptre to a new king whenever he came to the power. Just like scepre It also represents the authority and responsibility entrusted to leaders to govern with righteousness.
The symbolism of the Sengol extends beyond its physical representation. It
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signifies the importance of leaders being impartial,transparent N accountable in their decision making processes. It embodies inclusivity,where leaders are expected to listen to diverse perspectives,promote social justice N ensure equal opportunities for all.
🪨✨ Before Ajanta… before Ellora… there was Barabar.
Hidden in the granite hills of Bihar lies India’s oldest rock-cut caves, carved over 2,200 years ago, echoing the chants of forgotten monks and the genius of Mauryan craftsmanship.
A thread on the Barabar Caves 🧵👇
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📍Located near Jehanabad, about 24 km from Gaya, the Barabar and Nagarjuni hills house caves hewn from solid granite — perfectly polished and geometrically precise.
They are the earliest surviving rock-cut sanctuaries of India.
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👑 These caves were created under Emperor Ashoka (273–232 BCE) & his grandson Dasharatha Maurya,who dedicated them to the Ajivika sect, a contemporary ascetic movement alongside Buddhism and Jainism.
Ashoka’s inscriptions here reflect his tolerance and spiritual pluralism.
“सैन्धवं लवणं श्रेष्ठं स्निग्धं शीतं सुखं च यत्।”
-Bhavaprakasha Nighantu
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Thread 🧵: An Odia’s heart speaks when seeing this old image of Konark Mandir…
This old photograph of Konark Mandir shakes me to the core. Once called Konaditya, it was the crown jewel of Utkala - a Mandir where Surya himself was believed to ride his chariot of stone.
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Built in the 13th century by Narasimhadeva I, Konark was not just another Mandir. It was a cosmic calendar, a celebration of art, science & spirituality carved in stone. Every wheel, every figure, every ray of the Sun found home here. But look closely at this photo, The grand
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shikhara is gone. The majestic crown of Surya’s abode lies shattered. What remains is a wounded body, standing silent amidst the ruins.
Our chronicles, like Madala Panji, tell us of the 16th century - when invaders under Bengal’s Sultanate marched into Odisha. Their general,
Have you ever wondered about the uncomfortable silence over the demise of these two tall patriots ?!
Let me just take you through some questions or to say situations.... in this thread. Do read carefully till end, please 🙏🏽
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January 11: The Prime Minister of India dies.
January 24: India’s top nuclear scientist vanishes.
Same month. Same mystery.
Lal Bahadur Shastri & Homi Jehangir Bhabha.
One poisoned in a Soviet villa.
One swallowed by French snow.
And a nation… too scared to ask why?
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What if India’s greatest minds weren’t lost…
…but eliminated?
Let me lay out some facts.
No filters.
No fiction.
And then,
you decide.
You carry the question home.
Because some truths
don’t scream.
They whisper.
And they wait.
जिस तरह देवता 33 हैं उसी तरह दैत्यों,दानवों, गंधर्वों,नागों आदि की गणना भी की गई है। देवताओं के गुरु बृहस्पति हैं,जो हिन्दू धर्म के संस्थापक 4 ऋषियों में से एक अंगिरा के पुत्र हैं। बृहस्पति के पुत्र कच थे जिन्होंने शुक्राचार्य से संजीवनी विद्या सीखी।शुक्राचार्य
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दैत्यों (असुरों) के गुरु हैं। भृगु ऋषि तथा हिरण्यकशिपु की पुत्री दिव्या के पुत्र शुक्राचार्य की कन्या का नाम देवयानी तथा पुत्र का नाम शंद और अमर्क था। देवयानी ने ययाति से विवाह किया था।
ऋषि कश्यप की पत्नी अदिति से जन्मे पुत्रों को आदित्य कहा गया है। वेदों में जहां अदिति के
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पुत्रों को आदित्य कहा गया है,वहीं सूर्य को भी आदित्य कहा गया है। वैदिक लोग दोनों की ही स्तुति करते थे। इसका यह मतलब नहीं कि आदित्य ही सूर्य है या सूर्य ही आदित्य है। हालांकि आदित्यों को सौर-देवताओं में शामिल किया गया है और उन्हें सौर मंडल का कार्य सौंपा गया है।कश्यप ऋषि की