Winter Solstice

The Indian Standard presents Volume 4 Issue 3 with Winter Solstice: a publication surrounding the concept of Destruction.

Yes, we are in the Kali Yugam. This is evidenced in Srimad Bhagavatam, the Bhagavad Gita, and countless other scriptures that detail the effects of Kali. There will be leaders that care only for their own benefit as greed will increase, spirituality will decline, fear and anxiety will increase, our concept of family will change for the worse as we quarrel with loved ones over petty matters, Dharma will decrease and our Earth will suffer the consequence of our materialistic desires. Per the Hindu Timescale, we also know that time is cyclical. We know that our time period starts with Satya (Krita), then Treta (where Sri Rama comes), Dwapara (Sri Krishna’s arrival) and then Kali, where the avatar Kalki will arrive. “And then, what?” you may ask. Well, the cycle starts again.

This issue is not just about surviving in Kali Yugam but about transcending the cycle altogether. Our soul has endured these cycles countless times, and it is in its highest interest to break free and reunite with God. So, what must we do? Embrace spirituality, relinquish desire to diminish fear and anxiety, and surrender fully. While this path is undoubtedly challenging, we can take comfort in knowing that for every step we take toward God, He takes ten steps toward us. That is why, in the midst of this frightening and destructive Kali Yugam, we have a unique opportunity to draw closer to God than in any other Yugam. Presenting Winter Solstice, featuring Saiarchana Darira, Rushil Vishwanathan, Neha Dharmapuram, Priya Mukherjee & many more.