List of posts

  • The Bones of the Vajra

    The Bones of the Vajra

    The Vajra is the weapon associated with Indra, King of the Devas. The Vajra is supposed to be made from the backbone of Rishi Dadichi. I think this is literally possible. With 3D printing, this aspect can be explored. Read on for more.

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  • Onake Obavva and Jojutsu

    Onake Obavva and Jojutsu

    Onake Obavva is a symbol of courage, loyalty and sacrifice for the people of Karnataka. The “Onake” in her name is a pestle used historically in many parts of India. In this article I explore how Jojutsu could be an analogue to understanding the humble Onake as a weapon.

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  • Kantāra and the Loris at war! 😊

    The recently released movie, “Kantāra: A Legend – Chapter 1”, depicted the use of the Loris as a weapon of war! This is the only instance I know of where a Loris has a starring role. 🙂 So, let’s explore the example of a Loris in the martial arts.

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  • Weapons of the Dikhpālakās (Guardians of the Directions)

    Hindu culture depicts a Guardian Deity for each of the 10 Directions. Each Guardian is associated with a weapon. In this post we see possible depictions of each of these weapons.

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  • Asura Planet

    Asura Planet

    Asuras, despite being reduced to being villains in modern pop culture, were innovative, resilient and demonstrated great perseverance in all the stories. Are we Humans not similar to the Asuras in the way we are treating each other and the natural world?

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  • Devi Durga and the Ishizuki

    Devi Durga is depicted as slaying Mahishasura with the rear end of Trishoola many a time! Could this mean that the Trishoola was a double-sided weapon? Let’s explore.

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  • Teachers are Weapons

    Teachers are Weapons

    The story of Lord Narasimha and Prahlad, and the actions of the great Chanakya show that teachers shaped the destinies of individuals and societies. This same pattern is seen in contemporary times as well. This makes Teachers, weapons.

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  • Martial Arts & Life – A podcast

    I recently participated in a podcast to discuss various aspects related to martial arts and its uses in modern day living. I am sharing the podcast here.

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  • Thoughts from Op Sindoor, Part 5 – The enormity of all that happens in the background

    While the fighting in a military conflict is what we see, a lot happens before the fighting begins. This article is a salutation to the planning, management, financing, R&D, manufacturing and the supply chain that exists in the background.

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  • Thoughts from Op Sindoor, Part 4 – Celebrate War!?

    Ahimsa is an important concept in Hinduism. But Hinduism is not “non-violent”. And Hindus definitely are not pacifists. Violent conflict when necessary is encouraged and never eschewed.

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