Bhaktilipi is a home for Indian cultural, historical & devotional writings, stories, and sacred texts—curated, translated, and presented with care.
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Make devotion accessible through modern interpretations.
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In the winding, ancient lanes of Bhubaneswar's Old Town, where every stone seems to hold a secret, there are places that call out to your soul. It’s a feeling many of us know—a quiet pull towards something timeless and sacred. Following one such pull, I found
There are some places where festivals are not just celebrated; they are lived. The air itself seems to hum with a different energy, a blend of ancient chants and pure, unadulterated joy. The Doul Govinda Temple in North Guwahati, Assam, is one such sacred space. As Holi approaches, this revered
There are some places in our country where festivals feel less like a date on the calendar and more like the very heartbeat of the land. Imagine the air filled with the sweet scent of flowers and gulal, the sound of devotional songs echoing across the mighty Brahmaputra, and a
In the rich and grand story of India, some figures shine with a quiet brilliance, their contributions shaping the very destiny of a kingdom. One such remarkable soul is Dewan Purnaiah, a name that resonates with wisdom, integrity, and masterful statecraft in the history of Mysore. He wasn't
There's a special feeling that washes over you as you begin the journey up the Thamarassery Churam. The air gets cooler, the scent of wild spices mixes with the damp earth, and with each of the nine hairpin bends, you feel like you're not just climbing
In the lush, green valleys of Assam, stories are not just told; they are lived. They flow in the rhythm of the Brahmaputra, echo in the Bihu songs, and are woven into the very fabric of our culture. For generations, these stories were often whispered from mother to daughter, carrying
Close your eyes for a moment. Can you almost smell it? The earthy aroma of soil after the first monsoon rain, mingling with the smoky scent of Litti baking slowly on cow-dung cakes. Can you hear the distant, soulful tune of a Kajri song, carrying a story of love and
Close your eyes for a moment and picture a saffron flag, the Bhagwa Dhwaj, flying high against the vast Indian sky, casting its shadow over the rugged hills of the Sahyadri. This wasn't just a piece of cloth; it was the symbol of a dream—a dream of
In the vast expanse of our country's history, some names echo louder than others. They aren't just labels on a map; they are stories whispered through time. Have you ever heard the old saying, "Attock se Cuttack tak"? It was a phrase used to
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