Nirvana!

Translated from the original article in Kannada by Prof T.S.Krishnamurthy in 'Shankara Krupa' Ed 13 July-2011 issue Whenever we remember the cultural and literary history of Bharat, the name of Maharishi Veda Vyasa will be among the foremost mentions. He was not only a treasure house of knowledge but was also creator and a protector of our ancient culture and traditions. He was one of the greatest seers with utmost wisdom and insight of the 'Dwapara Yuga'. Even today when we take his name we feel the adrenaline rush in us, shows his importance and greatness. Such was his personality. 'Veda Vyasa' was not his own or original name. It was a title given to him out of respect. His original name was 'Krishnadvaipayana'. He was born on an island in the Yamuna river and was dark skinned (Krishna) and hence the name. A few years after his birth he started to live the life of an ascetic in the forests. Though he was living the life of an ascetic, he had...