Poornaprajna International Journal of Philosophy & Languages
May 31, 2026
Ramanathan Srinivasan, P. S. Aithal
Purpose: The Ashtavakra Gita, an ancient Sanskrit dialogue between Sage Ashtavakra and King Janaka of Mithila, represents one of the most uncompromising articulations of non-dual philosophy in the history of Indian thought. Unlike the majority of classical Indian spiritual texts that prescribe gradual paths of discipline, ritual observance, and ethical refinement, the Ashtavakra Gita posits an...
Poornaprajna International Journal of Philosophy & Languages (PIJPL)
May 31, 2026
P. S. Aithal
Modern society is increasingly affected by lifestyle-related disorders such as obesity, stress, anxiety, cognitive fatigue, hypertension, poor respiratory health, and sedentary living patterns. The rising prevalence of these conditions has created a growing demand for low-cost, time-efficient, and easily accessible preventive wellness systems that can simultaneously support physical health,...
Poornaprajna International Journal of Philosophy & Languages (PIJPL)
March 10, 2026
Ramanathan Srinivasan, P. S. Aithal
1 citation
Purpose: One of the greatest mystical traditions of the world is the Tamil Bhakti literature. It is literature of devotion focused on inner realization and the unitive experience with the Divine. For instance, this paper presents a comparative study of some Tamil Bhakti saints, primarily the Nāyaṉmār and Āḻvārs, and the global mystical traditions of the Indian subcontinent Sufi, Christian...
Poornaprajna International Journal of Philosophy & Languages (PIJPL)
February 3, 2026
Ramanathan Srinivasan, P. S. Aithal
2 citations
Purpose: Tiruvācakam, composed by Māṇikkavācakar in the 9th century CE, stands as one of the most profound spiritual texts in Tamil Śaiva literature. Unlike doctrinal treatises or systematic theological expositions, Tiruvācakam articulates theology as lived experience—embodied through emotion (bhāva), surrender (śaraṇāgati), and mystical intimacy with Śiva. This study examines Tiruvācakam as a...
Poornaprajna International Journal of Philosophy & Languages (PIJPL)
January 14, 2026
P. S. Aithal, S. Ramanathan
9 citations
Purpose: The purpose of this research case study is to examine the Vibhuti Yoga of the Tenth Chapter of the Bhagavad Gita as a philosophical framework for cultivating a sacramental vision that perceives the divine as immanent within the natural and social world. It seeks to interpret how Krishna’s enumeration of divine manifestations provides a non-utilitarian ethical foundation for ecological...
Poornaprajna International Journal of Philosophy & Languages (PIJPL)
February 26, 2025
Ramanathan Srinivasan, P. S. Aithal
1 citation
Purpose: The concept of rebirth (Punarjanma) and the continuity of consciousness beyond a single lifetime are central themes in the Upanishads, where the cycle of birth and death is intricately linked to karma (actions) and the evolution of the soul. This paper explores the philosophical underpinnings of rebirth in the Upanishads, focusing on key texts such as the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad and...
Poornaprajna International Journal of Philosophy & Languages (PIJPL)
January 24, 2025
Ramanathan Srinivasan, P. S. Aithal
Purpose: This paper explores the profound teachings of the Upanishads, ancient Indian philosophical texts, and their striking parallels with Stoic philosophy. It delves into the core concepts of Brahman and Atman, the stages of spiritual development, meditation techniques, and the principles of karma. Additionally, the paper highlights practical applications of these teachings in managing...