Bhagavad Gita, Chapter 2, Verse 10

तमुवाच हृषीकेशः प्रहसन्निव भारत।
सेनयोरुभयोर्मध्ये विषीदन्तमिदं वचः॥

Translation (English):
Lord Krishna, with a smile on his face, then spoke these words to the despondent Arjuna, who was overcome with pity in the midst of both armies.

Meaning (Hindi):
तब हृषीकेश श्रीकृष्ण जो दोनों सेनाओं के बीच विषाद कर रहे अर्जुन को देख उसके मुख पर हंसी लिए यह वचन बोले॥

Meaning (in English): 
 In this verse, Lord Krishna, known as Hrishikesh, the master of the senses, addresses Arjuna with a smile. Filled with regret and grief, Arjuna finds himself in the middle of both armies on the battlefield.



 Lord Krishna's smile reflects his divine awareness and compassion for Arjuna's state of mind. He recognizes Arjuna's despair and confusion. Krishna's response shows his willingness to impart profound wisdom and guidance to lift Arjuna out of trouble. 


This verse sets the scene for the enlightening conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjuna that forms the core of the Bhagavad Gita.

 It emphasizes the importance of seeking  a wise and compassionate source for guidance in facing life's challenges and problems. Lord Krishna, the supreme teacher, is ready to give Arjuna clarity, understanding and spiritual guidance, paving the way for his transformation and enlightenment.


इस ब्लॉग पोस्ट में, हम सिख धर्म के मौलिक सिद्धांतों, इतिहास, धार्मिक अभ्यास, और सामाजिक महत्व को समझेंगे।

इतिहास

  • गुरु नानक का जन्म: सिख धर्म के संस्थापक गुरु नानक देव जी का जन्म साल 1469 में हुआ था। उनका जीवन कथा और उनकी शिक्षाएं सिख धर्म के आध्यात्मिक आदर्शों को समझने में मदद करती हैं।
  • दस सिख गुरु: सिख धर्म में दस गुरुओं का महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका है, जिनमें से प्रत्येक ने अपने शिक्षाओं और योगदान से धर्म को आगे बढ़ाया।

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Empowerment of women in Islam, rights and misconception.

The debate about the status and role of women in Islam has been discussed over centuries, with limited understanding or misrepresentation. Islamic teaching, often taken out of context and misunderstood, constitutes a framework that emphasizes women’s dignity, rights, and empowerment. The article explores several dimensions of Muslim women including addressing stereotypes, delving into historical backgrounds as well as highlighting some guiding principles for gender relations within the Islamic faith.

Historical Context:It is crucial to consider the historical circumstances under which the teachings of Islam developed in order to understand how women are placed within it. In ancient Arabia prior to the rise of Islam, women were viewed merely as chattels who had neither rights nor freedom from various forms of oppression. The advent of Islam led to substantial changes in terms of the position of women in society at large. Women’s inherent worth and dignity were emphasized in both the Quran (the holy book) and Prophet Muhammad’s teachings that set forth radical revolutionary rights for them never before seen at their time.

Many people are mistaken in thinking that Islam does not give women rights. These rights include the right to learn, the right to get a job, the right to have property, and the right to be part of the society’s politics and economy. Because of this body of verse contained in Quran “And their lord has accepted of them and answered them ‘Never will I cause to be lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or female; you are of one another’” (Quran 3:195), it is made clear that men and women are equal in God’s eyes.

Empowerment and Rights:Many people are mistaken in thinking that Islam does not give women rights. These rights include the right to learn, the right to get a job, the right to have property, and the right to be part of the society’s politics and economy. Because of this body of verse contained in the Quran “And their lord has accepted of them and answered them ‘Never will I cause to be lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or female; you are of one another’” (Quran 3:195), it is made clear that men and women are equal in God’s eyes.

In Islam education is a very important thing; even Prophet Muhammad said both sexes should seek knowledge. Women have always been scholars, teachers, or contributors in different areas of learning since Islamic times.

This also gives them freedom and ensures they own property themselves. This includes inheriting wealth from parents as well as having control over their own finances. Moreover, Islamic law recognizes that consent must be given by women when entering into marriage hence forbidding forced marriages too.

रमजान के दौरान रोजे रखने वालों के लिए शब-ए-कद्र की रात बड़ी महत्वपूर्ण होती है।

यह वह रात है जब पैगंबर मुहम्मद को कुरान की पहली आयतें बताई गई थीं। माना जाता है कि इस रात भगवान अपने सेवकों के सभी पापों को क्षमा करते हैं और उनकी प्रार्थना स्वीकार करते हैं।