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Line 38: + + − == Wikipedia Model ==+ − DharmaWiki greatly relies on the Wikipedia software to construct the structure and build a repository of articles. Styled in the lines of Wikipedia, Dharmawiki is a dynamic platform, a repository for Vaidika and Dharmika esoteric and general concepts and guidelines. However, [[Dharmawiki Distinguishing Features|Dharmawiki has several distinct features]] that sets it apart from the Wikipedia itself along with the hundreds of articles, blogs and forums found these days on the internet. + − + − − == Content Policies == − DharmaWiki has developed the [[Dharma Point of View|Content Policies]] and Guidelines for Authors and Editors over a period of time and it is a continuous process of refinement. However, to contribute articles familiarity with these documents is not an absolute requirement. One can access the ever-growing [[Dharmawiki Objectives|list of objectives]] and collaborate with us if interested in particular aspects/themes listed in this portal. − − Like-minded scholars, research students, the learned, the readers, the curious... we invite one and all to contribute to the narratives on this portal.
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<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>
<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.''
''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.''
==Articles or Narratives==
The articles or narratives are not a random collection of topics. They are carefully thought out reflections of topics pertaining to present day with references in our age old tradition. Narratives present the foundational aspects of ancient texts and explain their relevance to contemporary days. The structure is built in lines of Wikipedia to enable easy categorization and organization of the subject matter. Several books both ancient and contemporary are consulted for their views. Since presenting a huge amount of information is difficult for one person, the team selects and works on the individual topics as per their flair and competence. Many articles are written by one person which are modified, in the next step, by perhaps 5 other people, to supplement and complement with necessary citations and Samskrit references.
Articles consist of compilation of viewpoints of authoritative scholars of the subject (Maharshi Vedavyasa, Philosophy given by Rishis, different Vedanta interpreters etc) and ideas presented do not belong to the author of the article. Oftentimes, a long time, perhaps running into years, after the base article is made by the original author, additions and fine tuning of the article takes place. Although numerous subjects and topics are dealt with under the vast umbrella of Sanatana Dharma, the primary focus, in this phase of the project, is to present as many foundational articles as possible to build a platform where scholars and novices can interact on a topic, discuss, learn, disseminate and practice.
Articles are mainly of three categories, complete, partially complete and those having a scope for expansion. Fair representation, is made of the philosophies and ideologies of different sampradayas of Bharatavarsha and their congruence in the ocean of Sanatana Dharma in these articles.
== Authorship ==
== Authorship ==
Although anyone with internet access can write or edit the pages/articles, to prevent disruption, susceptibility to inclusion of unchecked information and vandalism associated with the clause of "allowing everyone to edit", Dharmawiki pages are restricted from editing to all anonymous users at present.
Although anyone with internet access can write or edit the pages/articles, to prevent disruption, susceptibility to inclusion of unchecked information and vandalism associated with the clause of "allowing everyone to edit", Dharmawiki pages are restricted from editing to all anonymous users at present.
It may be noted that a team of [[DharmaWiki Author|DharmaWiki Authors]] are working on the foundational articles to provide a discussion platform and they are gradually refined over time with more scholarly inputs.
It may be noted that a team of [[DharmaWiki Editor|editors]] are working on the foundational articles to provide a discussion platform and they are gradually refined over time with more scholarly inputs.
Users who want to contribute articles can always present their point of view by requesting an account and submitting their profile here. Once assessed for their interests their login credentials are created by the core team. Detailed process to register is outlined in the [[Guest Author]] page.
Users who want to contribute articles can always present their point of view by requesting an account and submitting their profile here. Once assessed for their interests their login credentials are created by the core team. Detailed process to register is outlined in the [[Guest Author]] page.
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