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বাংলার আদি ধর্ম ও সংস্কৃতি

নমস্কার গৌড়ীয় সেনা বলছি.. সম্প্রতি বাংলা ভাষা ধ্রুপদী ভাষার মর্যাদা পেয়েছে। কিন্তু মনে রাখতে হবে, বাঙালি জাতি বাংলা ভাষার থেকেও অনেক প্রাচীন। অনেকে প্রাচীন বঙ্গকেই আজকের বাংলা বলে ভুল করেন। আসলে, প্রাচীন অঙ্গ, বঙ্গ, পুণ্ড্র, এবং সুমহ এই চারটি প্রদেশ মিলে বর্তমান বঙ্গ বা বাংলার গঠন হয়। মহাভারতের পরবর্তী সময়ে গৌড় প্রদেশের উত্থান ঘটে বঙ্গে। সেন শাসনের পূর্বে কোনও বঙ্গীয় শাসক "বঙ্গাধিপতি" উপাধি নিয়েছেন বলে শোনা যায় না; বরং তাঁরা "গৌড়াধিপতি" বা "গৌড়েশ্বর" উপাধি গ্রহণ করতেন। এবার আলোচনা করা যাক প্রাচীন বাঙলার এই অঙ্গ, বঙ্গ, পুণ্ড্র, এবং সুমহ প্রদেশগুলোর উৎপত্তি নিয়ে। মহাভারত অনুসারে, অঙ্গ, পুণ্ড্র এবং সুমহ ঋষি দীর্ঘতমসের পুত্র। তাদের নামানুসারে এই অঞ্চলগুলোর নামকরণ হয়, এবং তাদেরকে সূর্যের মতো তেজস্বী বলে বর্ণনা করা হয়েছে। বিশেষভাবে পুণ্ড্রকে ঋষি বিশ্বামিত্রের অভিশপ্ত পুত্র বলা হয়। মহাভারতের "সভাপর্বে" বাঙালীদের ক্ষত্রিয় শ্রেষ্ঠ বলা হয়েছে। তাম্রলিপির যোদ্ধারা আবার হাতির যুদ্ধে পারদর্শী ছিলেন। বাংলার আদি এবং শেকড় সনাতন ধর্মের আচার-সংস্ক...

Tracing Bengal’s Roots: Archaeological and Textual Evidence Affirm Hinduism’s Ancient Origins Over Buddhism

Recently, when we stated that Sanatan Dharma, or Hinduism, is the true cultural heritage of Bengal, certain so-called intellectuals began promoting the idea that Buddhism is older than Hinduism in Bengal. However, this is not true. Let’s start with religious texts: The Ramayana and Mahabharata both mention Vanga and  Pundra, referring to their inhabitants as Kshatriya Shrestha (the noble Kshatriyas). On the other hand, The first definite reference to Vanga as an important centre of Buddhism occurs in a Nagērjuni-konda inscription which may be dated in the 3rd to 4th century A.D.  Next, let’s consider archaeological evidence: According to R.C. Majumder: - The earliest Buddhist image found in Bengal is a standing Buddha from Bihrail (Rajshahi), now housed in the Rajshahi Museum. It dates to the early 5th century CE. - The presence of Buddhism in North Bengal in the 2nd century BCE can be inferred from two votive inscriptions at Sanchi, which record gifts from two inhabitants of ...

Beyond Myths: Establishing the Age of Sanatan Dharma through Archaeology and Astronomy

Sanatan Dharma, the eternal Vedic Dharma, was established by Parabrahma. That’s why it has no founder. According to Sanatan Shastra, it has always existed. The Sun, Moon, and nature all follow Sanatan Dharma. But why should atheists believe in our scriptures? No need. Let’s show them some archaeological and scientific evidence. How can we determine the age of a text? 1. Available archaeological evidence. 2. The astronomical or significant events recorded in that text. Archaeological Evidence: - The Boghazkai Inscription, which mentions four Vedic gods—Indra, Varuna, Mitra, and Nasatya—is 3,400 years old. This inscription was part of a peace treaty. We can conclude that Sanatan Dharma is at least older than 3,400 years. Wait... Astronomers recently stumbled across what might be the oldest mention of a solar eclipse. In the ancient Hindu text Rigveda they discovered a reference to an eclipse that occurred approximately 6,000 years ago. So, the Rigveda recorded an astronomical event from...

Hinduism vs Buddhism: Which Religion Came First? A Journey Through Time and History

In the past 2-3 years, some YouTube-based historians have claimed that Buddhism is older than Sanatan Dharma. Their arguments typically include the following points:   1. The oldest manuscript of the Vedas is 600 years old.   2. The Ramayana mentions Buddha.   3. Hinduism has no archaeological evidence older than 800 years.   Let’s examine these claims with historical facts:   How old are the Vedas? Yes, it is true that the oldest surviving manuscript of the Rig Veda is about 600 years old. However, the Vedas are part of an oral tradition, not originally written texts, which is why they are referred to as Shruti Shastra (scriptures heard and transmitted orally). So, how can we determine the age of the Vedas?   1.Astronomical Evidence:    Astronomers recently identified what may be the oldest recorded mention of a solar eclipse in the Rig Veda. This reference corresponds to an eclipse that occurred approximately 6,000 ...

Archeological Evidences of Sanatan Dharma from Bengal

Recently, some YouTube channels and X handles have been claiming that Hinduism is hardly 1,000 years old in Bengal, and there is no older archaeological evidence of Sanatan Dharma in Bengal . Let's debunk their propaganda on the basis of archaeological evidence Let's look at the archaeological evidence 1. 1700 year old Bigrah of  Maa Durga from Bankura 2. 1700 year old Bigrah of Bhagwan Vishnu from Malda  3 . A 1400 year old Bigrah of Bhagwan Vishnu with Garuda  4. Pahārpur a 1400 year old Archeological site  According Archeologists- The Excavations at Pahārpur....Almost without exception, they belong to the Brahmanical pantheon Source: Early Sculpture of Bengal, Calcutta, 1962 from Central Archeological Library   5. A 1600-year-old inscription mentions Bengali Brahmins asking for land to perform the Agnihotra Yagya                        ■ Bangalir Itihas: Adiparba          ...

Exploring the Bhashyas on Manusmriti: Insights from Ancient Commentaries

The Manusmriti, often referred to as the "Laws of Manu," is one of the most significant and ancient Dharmashastra texts in Hindu literature. Traditionally attributed to Manu, the progenitor of humanity.  Importance of Bhashyas: Bhashyas, or detailed commentaries, are essential tools for understanding the profound and often complex texts of Hindu literature. When it comes to the Manusmriti, these commentaries are particularly valuable. Here are the Bhashyas I found: 1. Medhatithi's Commentary of 9th Century.       It's known as Manubhâshya. 2.Govindaraja's Commentary of 12th Century      Known as Manuţikâ . 3.Sarvajňa-Nârâyaņa's Commentary of 14th Century Known as Manvarthavivriti . 4.Râghavânanda's Commentary of 16th Century Known as Manvarthachandrikâ . 5.Nandana's Commentary (uncertain date) Known as Nandinî or Manvarthavyâkhyâna or Mânavavyâkhyâna . 6.Anonymous Kashmirian Commentary. 7. Kullûka's Commentary of 15th Century Known as Manvarthamuk...