Explains the spirit in the meanings of the Vedic words, as explained by Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj in his preaching and poetry for Radha Krishan devotees.
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Tribhuvan Pati (Devanagari: त्रिभुवन पति; ISO 15919: tribhuvana pati) literally translates to "The Lord of the Three Worlds." It is a reverential title for Lord MahaVishnu, signifying His supreme sovereignty over the entire material creation, which comprises the celestial (Svarga), earthly (Martya), and subterranean (Patala)
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Gurujan (Devanagari: गुरुजन; ISO 15919: gurujana) is a collective term referring to elders or revered individuals. While the word Guru specifically denotes a spiritual master or teacher, Gurujan is a broader honorific. It encompasses mentors, priests, and any elderly, honorable person to whom respect is due (such as
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Charachar Jagat (Devanagari: चराचर जगत्; ISO 15919: carācara jagat) refers to the entire material universe. The term is a compound of Chara (moving/animate) and Achara (non-moving/inanimate). Thus, it signifies the totality of creation, encompassing all living beings and non-living entities existing within the realm of Maya (Samsara)
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Same as jad.
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Same as chetan.
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Jad (Devanagari: जड़; ISO 15919: jaṛa) generally signifies "inert," "insentient," or "immobile." The term is used in three primary contexts: * Jad Jiva: Refers to immobile living beings (e.g., plants and trees). Although they possess life, they lack the ability to move voluntarily. * Inert
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Kaal (Devanagari: काल; ISO 15919: kāla) carries multiple profound meanings in the Sanskrit language. While commonly used to denote "time", it has multiple specific applications: * The Moment of Death: It refers to the destined end of a lifespan. Life is viewed as a countdown starting from the
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Shruti prasthana (Devanagari: श्रुति प्रस्थान ISO15919: śruti prasthāna) refers to the Upanishads that serve as the final and irrefutable authority on spiritual matters. Of the estimated 1,130 original Upanishads, only 108 are available in the present age. Among these, the nine most prominent ones
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Shmashana Vairagya (Devanagari: श्मशान वैराग्य; ISO 15919: śmaśāna vairāgya) signifies "cremation ground detachment," a form of temporary renunciation. It refers to the momentary realization of life's impermanence that arises when one accompanies a body to the cremation ground, understanding for a
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shaddarshana (Devanagari: षड्दर्शन ISO15919: ṣaḍdarśana) are same as darshan shastra. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Darshan Shastra — Schools of Philosophy * Reference: The Supreme Spiritual Master - His Biography
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malini (Devanagari: मालिनी ; ISO 15919: mālinī) is the feminine form of the word Mali (gardener). It refers to a female gardener or the wife of a gardener. She is traditionally responsible for crafting and selling floral ornaments, such as garlands and gajras (hair adornments). Further Reading and Reference
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Kshirasagara (Devanagari: क्षीरसागर ISO15919: kṣīrasāgara) refers to the Ocean of Divine Milk. It is within this cosmic ocean that Lord Vishnu reclines upon Shesha Naga, His thousand-headed divine servant. Further Reading and Reference * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 3, Ch.