Category: Religion
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A City Without Sorrow
Bopa and Mohini journey from Rishikesh to Varanasi on Royal Enfield motorcycles, encountering serene landscapes and reflective moments. They discover Begampura, a city without sorrow, symbolizing unity and freedom. Engaging with a local cobbler named Ravidas, they find companionship and a sense of belonging, transcending traditional barriers and embracing the essence of community.
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Ramgarh Fort
The narrative explores the hidden Ramgarh Fort, obscured by surrounding houses mimicking its architecture. Through Bopa Rai’s insights, the evolution of historical memory and architectural identity unfolds. The interaction between the fort, a nearby Sati temple, and modern wedding customs illustrates how history intertwines with present life, revealing a layered cultural landscape.
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Chronicles of Bopa Rai: The Ashram and Its Succession
In “Mind Parasites Part III,” the narrative explores the dynamics of an Ashram nestled in the Himalayas. It highlights Bopa Rai’s connection with the enlightened Hari Om, who emphasizes discipline and community over reverence. As Hari Om faces succession challenges, his teachings inspire unity and resilience, culminating in a move to establish a university in…
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Uncoiling Snake — Sharda’s Story
Sharda returns not as a wife, not as a penitent, but as a woman who has survived bitterness and shed pride. In an ashram charged with silence, whisky and mantra, the snake uncoils.
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Invocation: On Ephemerality
The text explores the theme of ephemerality, highlighting that no matter the power or achievement, time ultimately diminishes all. In an era dominated by AI, traditional beliefs and rituals become inefficient. Yet, remnants of humanity—bridges, compassion, and labor—endure, emphasizing the need for balance and usefulness over supremacy and blind devotion.
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Seven Views of Olduvai
A butcher and a Brahmin acolyte build wells, temples, and bridges—then walk away. Through labour, repetition, and quiet happiness, they confront Sisyphus, the gods, and the danger of becoming fixed. Olduvai becomes not a place of origin, but a mirror of humanity’s return after civilisation exhausts itself.
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The Butcher and the Brahmin: Finding Balance in Life
A Brahmin, searching for self-realization, moves through various gurus without finding fulfillment. Eventually, he works with a butcher, learning practical skills and experiencing a deep sense of peace over years. Their collaboration leads to the creation of a thriving ashram and a bridge, symbolizing balance and community, without claiming ownership.