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Every blog post from the Pakka Patriot library — 156 stories of history, culture, heroes, and the land we love.
91 stories found in CULTURE
Biography of Sant Namdev, the enlightened being who saw god
Introduction Namdev, who lived during the end of the 13th century and the first half of the 14th in Western Bharat, is one of the country’s best-known saint poets. A contemporary and associate of Jnanadeva and other great mystics, Namdev lived in constant communion with Lord Panduranga. Hundreds of ‘Abhangs’ (devotional songs) composed by him…
Biography of Rajmata & Veermata Jijabai, mother of Shivaraje
Introduction The mother of Shivaji who was the protector of the country as well as religion. She was the guide who shaped his mind from his early years. She was the embodiment of self-respect. That great mother suffered in silence and became a source of inspiration to her heroic son. Is there anyone in India…
Ashoka the Great: A Story of a Great King to Buddhist Monk
Introduction The Wheel, which adorns the flag of free India, has kept its memory green. Lord of a vast empire, after a great victory on the battlefield he grew sick of violence and took an oath never to fight again. He was an ideal ruler. He strove to carry to other lands the light he…
Ram Mohan Roy: A biography on the social reformer of India
Introduction Raja Rammohan Roy has come to be called the ‘Maker of Modern India’. Without giving up what was good and noble in the past, he laid the foundations for a great future. He put an end to the horrible custom of burning the living wife with the dead husband. He was a great scholar…
Vidyaranya Swami: Biography of a saint who built Vijayanagara
Introduction A great and famous saint who is known as the founder of Karnataka. When people had lost all hope, he provided inspiration to Hakka and Bukka who tilled the people with hope and courage. He adorned the Sharada Peetha (also read about Adi Shankaracharya here) of Sringeri. He strove to strong then the foundations…
The Story of Satya Harishchandra Katha with full movie
Introduction With his vow to remain truthful at all times, Harischandra successfully faced the rigorous challenge posed by Vishwamitra. Though a king he sacrificed everything he had at the altar of truth, including his Kingdom, and even his life and son. He took so lowly a job as that of the guard at burial ground;…
Biography of Samarth Ramdas Swami with Dohe extracts
Introduction Shivaji’s preceptor and guide, Ramadas imparted to him the message that until we fulfill the required duty towards the motherland, we should not think of the other world. By means of his religious discourses and kirtans, he provided succor and guidance to thousands. The night was calm and serene. That night there was a…
Historic information about Keladi Rani Chennamma with Images
Introduction She ruled over a small state, Keladi, for twenty-five years (1671-1696) but proved herself a great and heroic queen. She protected the kingdom when her husband failed in his duty. And she faced the wrath of the mighty Aurangazeb and gave shelter to Rajaram, Shivaji’s son. She was the Queen of an ancient State….
Harihara and Bukka Raya: The Saviors of ancient India
Introduction Hakka was the first ruler of the famous kingdom of Vijayanagar and Bukka his brother, the second ruler. They opposed the mighty Sultan of Delhi and brought unity and freedom to south India. They were great not only as warriors but also as rulers. Hakka and Bukka were the first kings of the Vijayanagar…
Tenali Ramakrishna Story from birth to becoming a Jester
Introduction Countless stories are told about the wit and the wisdom of Ramakrishna. A poor orphan in his boyhood, he rose to be the favorite adviser of a powerful king. A scholar and a poet, Ramakrishna exposed superstition and stupid pride to ridicule. Both men and animals weep. But, only the man laughs. Laughter brings…
Bankim Chandra Chatterjee: Author of Anandamath, other books
Introduction One of the greatest novelists of India who gave the people the sacred ‘mantra’- Vande Mataram.’ The Bengali Novel practically began with him. He also wrote philosophical works, which stimulated independent thinking. Bankim Chandra Vande Mataram Sujalam Sujhalam Malayajasheetalam Sasyashyamalam Mataram There is hardly an Indian who is not familiar with this National Song. Possibly, most…
Sadguru Ram Singh Kuka: Biography, Kuka Movement, Followers
Introduction Ram Singh was a religious leader and a good preceptor. He preached purity of body and purity of mind. He himself practiced both. He opposed lavish spending at marriages and taught people to help the poor. When the British began to strengthen their Empire by sowing the seeds of quarrel among the people of…
Poet Kalidasa’s story and his Works and Poems with Videos
Introduction One of the greatest poets and dramatists in Sanskrit. His chronicle of the kings of the Raghu clan (‘Raghuvamsha’), the great play. ‘Shakuntala’ and other works depict, through many great characters, the highest ideals of life as seen by the ancient people of Bharat. There are hundreds of languages in the world. However, great…
Narayana Guru: Story, Quotes from Chempazhanthy with Images
Introduction The saint-reformer, who led a quiet but significant social revolution. A champion of the humble and the downtrodden, he gave the watchwords: “One people, One Dharma, One God for all men.” To Indians, the word Guru (Teacher) (read more about an article on Guru and Guru Purnima Speech here) is a very sacred one….
Vedanta Deshika: Story, Works, and Poems, with Video Clips
Introduction A great scholar and saint who lived about six hundred years ago. His personality was a blend of immense scholarship and a matching devotion to God. Love for mankind marked his eventful life; and he was full of piety and humility, despite his high scholastic accomplishments. He turned down patronage, money, and honors, which…
18 Ancient Indian Cooking Utensils in a Traditional Kitchen
Indian food has been referred to as very tasty food. This did not come by, just like that. The food prepared, is process intensive and has a holistic approach. By holistic we mean that It has to be followed the way it has to be There are divine hands working behind in cooking such tasty…
Ethics and Anger: Story of Chanakya fighting for freedom
Introduction He vowed to dethrone the haughty king who was harassing the people of the land. After fulfilling that vow, he made Chandragupta, the Emperor. He brought Amatya Rakshasa from the enemy camp to serve as Chandragupta’s Prime minister. His ‘Arthashastra’ is a classic of statecraft and is reverently studied even in Europe and elsewhere….
Kharavela – Biography of an Underrated king of Kalinga
Introduction A great king of Kalinga who ruled twenty-one centuries ago. Coming to the throne when the state was in distress, he brought confidence and self-respect to the people. And he refused to join hands with a foreign army against an Indian prince. Watch the video below: This incident took place, long, long ago about…
Mahabharat Abhimanyu Story from Subhadra’s Pregnancy
Introduction The matchless youth who won immortality by his shining heroism in the mighty enemies, ranks, this warrior, barely sixteen, became the sheet anchor of Pandavas. “It is as though a herd of elephants humbled a lion’s cub; as if several snakes together killed the young one of a Garuda’ (Golden eagle) – so wailed…
The Story of Sage Dadhichi’s Ultimate Sacrifice to Indra
Introduction Dadhichi, after acquiring spiritual knowledge, led a pious life. When prayed for by Indra and other gods, Dadhichi readily sacrificed his life as well as the body, in order that the gods might win in their war against demons. “We are in difficulty. We need your backbone if we are to survive. You must…
What is the history of Indian footwear like Paduka, Juta?
He, at once gave an order to his soldiers to clean the whole place using water. This made the place completely a mess with water and mud flooding throughout the place. This mess provoked him to take the drastic decision of sweeping his whole kingdom. After this exercise by the soldiers, the whole kingdom was…
90 different varieties & styles of sarees from across India
1 What are the different names for Sarees in the different states of India? 2 How do we measure Sarees using our hands? 3 What are the different types of Sarees? 4 What are the different types of Sarees in different States? 5 What are the styles of tying a saree? 6 What are the…
Bangalore Food Guide on Street Food, Food Street & Culture
In my youthful days, if there was an event going on in our area, we were the people who would tie banners or beautify the surrounding areas. This involved decorating the circles and nearby trees. Such days would take away our late evening as we used to work till 12 midnight. After all the exercise,…
11 diversities of Indian culture from the land of diversity
1 Time 2 Culture 3 God 4 Festival 5 Temples 6 Rituals 7 Language 8 Food 9 Clothing 10 Music 11 Dance In a temple in Andhra, where a number of Kannadigas visit, I observed a family singing Hanuman Chalisa, which is written in Gujrati by Tulsidas. Everyone present in the temple was enjoying listening…