Gurukkal Blogs

  GURUKULAM Author Gurukkal Dr. S Mahesh    – The Warrior Monk Indian Martial Arts Guru | Spiritual Visionary | Founder, Agasthyam Foundation | Author & Filmmaker                                    I n ancient times, the gurukulam system of education was not just away to acquire knowledge—it was a way of life. Education wasn’t confined to books or classrooms but was deeply rooted in the relationship between the Guru and the student, the shishya. Back then, the responsibility of learning rested entirely on the Guru.                   The Guru was not just a teacher but a mentor, guide, and even a parent to the student. The Guru would observe, understand, and nurture each student based on their unique potential. But today, the situation is reversed. In modern education, the responsibility of learn...

       VASISTA VISWAMITRA  Author Gurukkal Dr. S Mahesh    – The Warrior Monk Indian Martial Arts Guru | Spiritual Visionary | Founder, Agasthyam Foundation | Author & Filmmaker The Journey of Vishwamitra to Brahmarsi        Students, let us delve into a remarkable story that embodies perseverance, transformation, and the profound teachings of Dhanurveda. The journey of Vishwamitra from a powerful king to the exalted status of Brahmarsi—offers invaluable lessons for our own lives and  aspirations. The Ambition of a King             Vishwamitra was not born a sage. He was a celebrated king, renowned for his valor and  ambition. Yet, even with all his wealth and power, there was a yearning within him—a desire to transcend his worldly identity and attain spiritual enlightenment.  Realizing that true fulfillment lay beyond material success, he renounced his kingdom and set  out on a ...

  The Urumi:  A Marvel of Ancient Craftsmanship Author Gurukkal Dr. S Mahesh    – The Warrior Monk Indian Martial Arts Guru | Spiritual Visionary | Founder, Agasthyam Foundation | Author & Filmmaker             W hen you think about weapons made over the centuries, there’s a  crazy variety—from tiny penknives to massive swords like the  Japanese katana, which takes thousands of hours to craft. But  honestly, among all these, the Urumi stands out like nothing else. It is  not just a weapon; it’s a masterpiece of creativity and engineering. The Urumi, or whip sword, is something truly unique to southern  India especially Kerala  and Tamil Nadu—and also Sri Lanka. Unlike  your typical sword, this one bends, flexes, and snaps around like a  whip, making it both elegant and terrifying. And the real genius? It’s  not just how you use it but how it’s made. The Science Behind the Blade Now,  ...