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Line 32: − − == Objectives == − DharmaWiki serves as a common comprehensive reference platform for both the novice and the scholars and actively promotes − # Initiation of resurgence of ancient time-tested knowledge of dharmika jivana vidhana to promote holistic approach towards life in the generations to come. − # Language resource creation (wikisource) its development and population with the knowledge base from ancient Sanskrit Vedic sources. − # Aiming to capture, complement, supplement and disseminate knowledge India's integral practices. − # Bringing to light the unbiased dharmika perspectives on social, economic, political, and cultural aspects presented in Vedic literature. − # Providing a technological workspace to bring forward the views of traditional scholars (mainstream or otherwise) and their scholarly works that have been unexplored. − # Developing narratives grounded in dharmika traditions for mainstream subjects such as medicine, sciences, economics, judiciary, chemistry, geology, ecology, astronomy, mathematics and vocational subjects. − − == Distinguishing features == − # DharmaWiki articles tap into the traditional well-established research heritage of India, reflected in the intellectual writings and translations of Bharat's scholars, whose knowledge base was founded on the guru-shishya parampara. − # Compilation of the subject matter involves extensive research of Vedic literature available both in libraries and on reliable internet sources. ([http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in:8080/jspui/ Shodhganga], [http://vedicheritage.gov.in/ Vedic Heritage Portal], [https://archive.org/ Internet Archives], Digital Library of India and Sanskrit Literature sites such as Sanskrit ebooks and Sanskrit Documents). Research thesis works of modern day research students (published in shodhganga), find an expression in DharmaWiki articles. − # Subject matter is supported by direct quotations from vedic and vedantic literatures to remove ambiguity, numerous interpolations and extrapolations, and psychoanalysis thereby allowing the readers to independently develop unbiased thoughts (based on the presented primary sources). − # Sanskrit content material (words, slokas, mantras) is used to improve the subjects’ visibility and promote usage. References to grammatical texts, Shabdakalpadruma, Vachaspatyam, Nirukta reinforce the concepts. − # Easily approachable structure of the articles gives the comprehensive information sought for by the masses. − # Scholarly views about principles of [[Sanatana Dharma (सनातनधर्मः)|Sanatana dharma]] (Punarjanma, Moksha) are collected through personal interaction with learned scholars in Samskrit forums and a record of such conversations are presented under the Discussion heading. − # Fundamental concepts of Dharma - the moral code of conduct applicable for every living being under different circumstances are presented. Example : Judicial aspects from Manusmriti, Dharmashastras. A first hand information from scholars about the traditional view-points of socially contentious topics (Example : Yama-Yami samvada) are included. − # Lucid presentation of ancient practices such as Nityakarmas ([[Aupasana (औपासनः)|Aupasana]] and [[Agnihotra (अग्निहोत्रम्)|Agnihotra]]) serve as reference manuals (of conventional practices) to promote their revitalization in the society. − # Topics that are profound with esoteric insights of ancient seers provide an insight into the characteristics of the vedas and vedanta. Examples : Vidya (Brahmavidya, [[Bhumavidya (भूमविद्या)|Bhumavidya]], [[Panchagnividya (पञ्चाग्निविद्या)|Panchagnividya]]), Mahavakyas, Yajna ([[Srauta Yajnas (श्रौतयज्ञाः)|Shrauta yajnas]]), Margas (Paths in life and for enlightenment) such as [[Pravrtti (प्रवृत्तिः)|Pravritti]] and [[Nivrtti (निवृत्तिः)|Nivritti]], Shastras (Nyaya and Mimamsa). Line 76:
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DharmaWiki lays the foundation in creating a universal forum and spearheading a campaign for bringing to light the numerous perspectives of [[Sanatana Dharma (सनातनधर्मः)|Sanatana Dharma]] expounded in the Vedic traditions.
DharmaWiki lays the foundation in creating a universal forum and spearheading a campaign for bringing to light the numerous perspectives of [[Sanatana Dharma (सनातनधर्मः)|Sanatana Dharma]] expounded in the Vedic traditions.
The core idea is to take the reader closer to the the original sources - the [[Vedas (वेदाः)|Vedas]] and the [[Vaidika Vangmaya (वैदिकवाङ्मयम्)|Vaidika Vangmaya]] (Vedangas- Kalpas and Nirukta, Darshanas, Itihasas, Puranas, etc.) thereby sensitizing him/her about the various dharmika perspectives that lead to self fulfillment and a holistic existence.
The core idea is to take the reader closer to the the original sources - the [[Vedas (वेदाः)|Vedas]] and the [[Vaidika Vangmaya (वैदिकवाङ्मयम्)|Vaidika Vangmaya]] (Vedangas- Kalpas and Nirukta, Darshanas, Itihasas, Puranas, etc.) thereby sensitizing him/her about the various dharmika perspectives that lead to self fulfillment and a holistic existence. {{Infobox
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| name = Dharma Point of View
| name = Dharma Point of View
| title = Dharmawiki Core Ideas
| title = Dharmawiki Core Ideas
=== धर्मसारम् इदं जगत् || Universe is The Essence of Dharma ===
=== धर्मसारम् इदं जगत् || Universe is The Essence of Dharma ===
Our vision is to compile, discuss, promote, assimilate and disperse the dharmika knowledge seen in all aspects of the Universe and Life, bringing together a scholar and novice to interact on a universal forum. We actively advocate a holistic approach towards life expounded in our traditional treatises for the betterment of the generations to come by revitalization of Purushartha Drshti and by letting go of the Svartha Drshti. <blockquote>धर्माद् अर्थः प्रभवति धर्मात् प्रभवते सुखम् । धर्मेण लभ्यते सर्वं धर्मसारम् इदं जगत् ॥ [रा. ३.९.३०] (Ramayana 3.9.30) </blockquote><blockquote>dharmād arthaḥ prabhavati dharmāt prabhavate sukham । dharmeṇa labhyate sarvaṁ dharmasāram idaṁ jagat ॥ [rā. 3.9.30] (Ramayana 3.9.30)</blockquote>''From righteous duty wealth arises, from righteousness happiness will result, by righteous ways (of life) everything is attained. This universe (world) is the essence of dharma.''
Our vision is to compile, discuss, promote, assimilate and disperse the dharmika knowledge seen in all aspects of the Universe and Life, bringing together a scholar and novice to interact on a universal forum. We actively advocate a holistic approach towards life expounded in our traditional treatises for the betterment of the generations to come by revitalization of Purushartha Drshti and by letting go of the Svartha Drshti. <blockquote>धर्माद् अर्थः प्रभवति धर्मात् प्रभवते सुखम् । धर्मेण लभ्यते सर्वं धर्मसारम् इदं जगत् ॥ [रा. ३.९.३०] (Ramayana 3.9.30) </blockquote><blockquote>dharmād arthaḥ prabhavati dharmāt prabhavate sukham । dharmeṇa labhyate sarvaṁ dharmasāram idaṁ jagat ॥ [rā. 3.9.30] (Ramayana 3.9.30)</blockquote>''From righteous duty wealth arises, from righteousness happiness will result, by righteous ways (of life) everything is attained. This universe (world) is the essence of dharma.''
== Basis of Dharmawiki ==
== Basis of Dharmawiki ==
# '''भारतीय विद्वत्समीक्षा ॥ Bharat's Scholarly Views''' : The field of "Indology", which developed in the past 300 years and is largely controlled till date by western academia, is now presented here with perspectives of traditional Bharat's academia to dispel myths created by western indoctrination. Narratives include prose quotations, slokas, and mantras available in samskrit texts along with basic translation to place the perspective before the reader. Research work done by students, academic paper presentations, poster presentations, and conference proceedings of revered scholars are explored and used for references.
# '''भारतीय विद्वत्समीक्षा ॥ Bharat's Scholarly Views''' : The field of "Indology", which developed in the past 300 years and is largely controlled till date by western academia, is now presented here with perspectives of traditional Bharat's academia to dispel myths created by western indoctrination. Narratives include prose quotations, slokas, and mantras available in samskrit texts along with basic translation to place the perspective before the reader. Research work done by students, academic paper presentations, poster presentations, and conference proceedings of revered scholars are explored and used for references.
# '''संस्कृतमूलम् ॥ Original Samskrit Sources''' : Articles contain the original samskrit references from traditional texts (Vedas, Vaidika Vangmaya, Puranas, Itihasas etc) with their sources cited to enable anyone with knowledge of Samskrit to verify personally and make their interpretations. Interdisciplinary extrapolations, psychoanalysis are strongly discouraged here.
# '''संस्कृतमूलम् ॥ Original Samskrit Sources''' : Articles contain the original samskrit references from traditional texts (Vedas, Vaidika Vangmaya, Puranas, Itihasas etc) with their sources cited to enable anyone with knowledge of Samskrit to verify personally and make their interpretations. Interdisciplinary extrapolations, psychoanalysis are strongly discouraged here.
== Objectives ==
DharmaWiki serves as a common comprehensive reference platform for both the novice and the scholars and actively promotes
# Initiation of resurgence of ancient time-tested knowledge of dharmika jivana vidhana to promote holistic approach towards life in the generations to come.
# Language resource creation (wikisource) its development and population with the knowledge base from ancient Sanskrit Vedic sources.
# Aiming to capture, complement, supplement and disseminate knowledge India's integral practices.
# Bringing to light the unbiased dharmika perspectives on social, economic, political, and cultural aspects presented in Vedic literature.
# Providing a technological workspace to bring forward the views of traditional scholars (mainstream or otherwise) and their scholarly works that have been unexplored.
# Developing narratives grounded in dharmika traditions for mainstream subjects such as medicine, sciences, economics, judiciary, chemistry, geology, ecology, astronomy, mathematics and vocational subjects.
== Distinguishing features ==
# DharmaWiki articles tap into the traditional well-established research heritage of India, reflected in the intellectual writings and translations of Bharat's scholars, whose knowledge base was founded on the guru-shishya parampara.
# Compilation of the subject matter involves extensive research of Vedic literature available both in libraries and on reliable internet sources. ([http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in:8080/jspui/ Shodhganga], [http://vedicheritage.gov.in/ Vedic Heritage Portal], [https://archive.org/ Internet Archives], Digital Library of India and Sanskrit Literature sites such as Sanskrit ebooks and Sanskrit Documents). Research thesis works of modern day research students (published in shodhganga), find an expression in DharmaWiki articles.
# Subject matter is supported by direct quotations from vedic and vedantic literatures to remove ambiguity, numerous interpolations and extrapolations, and psychoanalysis thereby allowing the readers to independently develop unbiased thoughts (based on the presented primary sources).
# Sanskrit content material (words, slokas, mantras) is used to improve the subjects’ visibility and promote usage. References to grammatical texts, Shabdakalpadruma, Vachaspatyam, Nirukta reinforce the concepts.
# Easily approachable structure of the articles gives the comprehensive information sought for by the masses.
# Scholarly views about principles of [[Sanatana Dharma (सनातनधर्मः)|Sanatana dharma]] (Punarjanma, Moksha) are collected through personal interaction with learned scholars in Samskrit forums and a record of such conversations are presented under the Discussion heading.
# Fundamental concepts of Dharma - the moral code of conduct applicable for every living being under different circumstances are presented. Example : Judicial aspects from Manusmriti, Dharmashastras. A first hand information from scholars about the traditional view-points of socially contentious topics (Example : Yama-Yami samvada) are included.
# Lucid presentation of ancient practices such as Nityakarmas ([[Aupasana (औपासनः)|Aupasana]] and [[Agnihotra (अग्निहोत्रम्)|Agnihotra]]) serve as reference manuals (of conventional practices) to promote their revitalization in the society.
# Topics that are profound with esoteric insights of ancient seers provide an insight into the characteristics of the vedas and vedanta. Examples : Vidya (Brahmavidya, [[Bhumavidya (भूमविद्या)|Bhumavidya]], [[Panchagnividya (पञ्चाग्निविद्या)|Panchagnividya]]), Mahavakyas, Yajna ([[Srauta Yajnas (श्रौतयज्ञाः)|Shrauta yajnas]]), Margas (Paths in life and for enlightenment) such as [[Pravrtti (प्रवृत्तिः)|Pravritti]] and [[Nivrtti (निवृत्तिः)|Nivritti]], Shastras (Nyaya and Mimamsa).
== Dharma Constituents ==
== Dharma Constituents ==