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02/15/2022

This is our founder, Sravana Borkataky-Varma
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Sravana Borkataky-Varma, Lecturer on Hindu Traditions “Intention makes the whole difference. If you want to do something different, ask a different question. Explore a different path within your field...

02/02/2022

04/08/2021

Our very own Sravana Borkataky-Varma will be giving the Annual Hindu View of Life Lecture on April 14. If interested, please register (free and required).

This lecture will focus on the Hindu view of life from the margins. While the “Hindu margin” is a fairly large heterogeneous group, this lecture will lay the lens on the third gender, Kinnars (pejorative term hijṛā) and spiritual partners, categorized as “consorts.” Both these groups will...

02/08/2021

Join Sravana Borkataky-Varma on Feb 12, 19, and 26 for a three-part mini series titled Unpacking Ta**ra, hosted by Yoga Alliance. This series proposes to examine: What is the meaning of the term Ta**ra? What is the relevance of terms such as Ta**ra, Goddesses, Initiate, Adept, so forth in present day. What types of authority and authenticity debates shape the global-digital world of Śākta Ta**ra? You must register (Free) to either be part of the live lectures and discussions or to have access to the recordings. Below is the link:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MGzMgEeaSbu-RyQDfHoxiA

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02/05/2021

Join Dr. Sravana Borkataky-Varma for the Series "Human Figures from the East Impacting the West". The next in the series will feature Maharishi Mahesh Yogi on February 18. Register for this and other courses in the series at https://www.wih.org/instructor/sravana-borkataky-varma/. This series is hosted by The Women's Institute of Houston that offers lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Sravana Borkataky-Varma is a historian, educator, and social entrepreneur. As a historian, she studies Indian religions focusing on esoteric rituals and gender, particularly in Hinduism (Śākta Ta**ra). As an educator, she is currently working as a Lecturer in Harvard University and at University o...

01/20/2021

Join Dr. Sravana Borkataky-Varma for the Series "Human Figures from the East Impacting the West". The next in the series will feature Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Register for the this and other courses in the series at https://www.wih.org/instructor/sravana-borkataky-varma/. This series is hosted by The Women's Institute of Houston that offers lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Sravana Borkataky-Varma is a historian, educator, and social entrepreneur. As a historian, she studies Indian religions focusing on esoteric rituals and gender, particularly in Hinduism (Śākta Ta**ra). As an educator, she is currently working as a Lecturer in Harvard University and at University o...

01/07/2021

Join Dr. Sravana Borkataky-Varma for a course on ‘Human Figures from the East impacting the West: Swami Vivekananda (1863-1902)’ today, Jan 6 at 10 AM CT. This course is hosted by The Women's Institute of Houston

Several Gurus have impacted the thought process in America’s diverse and ever-changing spiritual landscape, both historically and even today. All of these gurus have attracted significant followings in the U.S. and nearly all have lived here for considerable periods of time. In these unique lectur...

11/05/2020

features Divine Portrait by Tara Goswami. "This piece is a recent realization from my ongoing body of works on Mantra. As an artist, my journey has been slow as the path is intrinsically linked to my spiritual growth." Read more at https://www.lumentree.org/divine-portrait/

10/19/2020

Is the need to "belong" almost as basic as the human need for food, water and shelter? Read Preity Bhagia's expression "The Need to Belong" on . https://www.lumentree.org/the-need-to-belong/