Oxford (UK), June 10 (IANS) In 1879, Professor Max Muller carried the Ishavasya Upanishad to the West, publishing its first English translation through Oxford University Press as the opening volume of the ‘Sacred Books of the East’. Nearly a century and a half later, an Indian philosopher has arrived at the same university to return the text to its living meaning.Muller was himself Oxford’s first Professor of Comparative Philology, and the entire Sacred Books of the East series was prepared …
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London, June 5 (IANS) In a tour that has placed an Indian philosopher on the stage of some of Britain’s most prestigious intellectual and policy stages, Acharya Prashant has spent the past week carrying a climate message to capacity audiences at the Cambridge Union, in a one-on-one dialogue with a British peer of the realm, in public sessions that have drawn British audiences well beyond the Indian community, and across a sequence of upcoming engagements at Oxford, the London School of Economics…
New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant addressed a packed audience at the University of Cambridge on Friday in a fireside chat at the historic Cambridge Union, arguing that humanity’s gravest crises, climate change foremost among them, cannot be resolved by technology or policy alone because their root lies not in the external world but in the unexamined inner life of human beings. The audience response was overwhelming; seats were fully booked even before the day arriv…
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has received a fresh death threat following his recent remarks in honour of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, triggering concern among his supporters and prompting his foundation to initiate legal action.According to information shared by the PrashantAdvait Foundation, the threat was issued through a YouTube account in response to a video statement made by Acharya Prashant. The message, which surfaced on social media, contained expli…
Greater Noida, Feb 16 (IANS) On the eve of Mahashivratri, the grand auditorium of Gautam Buddha University was packed to capacity. Hundreds of people sat on the floor when chairs ran out. Thousands who had arrived from across India and abroad witnessed a new side of Acharya Prashant — that of an accomplished actor.After the theatrical performance, there were tears in the eyes of the audience and thunderous applause in the hall. Mahashivratri also happens to be Acharya Prashant’s birthday, and h…
Greater Noida, Feb 15 (IANS) On the occasion of Mahashivratri, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant presented a special theatrical performance that masterfully blended profound knowledge, artistic expression, and deep spirituality.The event offered a unique and moving experience, showcasing Acharya’s passion for both art and wisdom. Through this performance, he demonstrated how powerfully theatre can convey complex spiritual truths in an accessible and engaging way. For his students and follo…
New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) On the occasion of India’s 77th Republic Day, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant said that the idea of a Republic cannot be reduced to a Constitutional structure alone and that the strength of the nation ultimately depends on the inner awakening of its citizens. “The word Republic is deep and beautiful,” he said. “It means we will not be governed by any kind of monarchy, any kind of theocracy, any kind of traditional rule. It says I will not allow a king to lord ove…
Patna, Jan 18 (IANS) On January 16, Acharya Prashant’s first Patna dialogue at the historic Bapu Auditorium near Gandhi Maidan proved unforgettable. The programme ran far beyond its scheduled time and concluded nearly four hours later. Despite the biting cold, close to five thousand listeners remained seated until late at night. After the session, a kilometre-long queue formed for book signings and continued past midnight. Thousands of attendees received signed copies of Truth Without Apology …