World's Best Masterclass on Geopolitics: https://www.ac.university For business/collaboration, email at business.chavda@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - Follow Meenakshi Jain Ji On Twitter - https://twitter.com/IndicMeenakshi Dr. Meenakshi Jain is a distinguished Indian historian known for her extensive research on Indian cultural and religious history. She holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Delhi and has been a former fellow at the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library. Dr. Jain gained prominence for her work on the Ayodhya Ram Mandir case, particularly through her book which analyzes historical evidence regarding the Ram Janmabhoomi site. Her scholarly work often challenges conventional narratives in Indian history, focusing on Hindu temple architecture and the history of religious and cultural sites in India. Dr. Jain's contributions are pivotal in the discourse on India's historical heritage. #AbhijitChavdaPodcast - - - - - - - - - - - - - For Behind The Scenes & Exclusive Content, Join My Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDGM0q0gcfSAsD56h0R ?Connect online: INSTAGRAM: https://abhijitchavda.page.link/Instagram TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AbhijitChavda TELEGRAM: https://t.me/TheAbhijitChavda DISCORD: https://discord.gg/X43m6zb258 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WmKYRINAkAM0X4E7ZNmXY My gear for shooting this video: ?Shure MV7 USB Podcast Microphone: https://amzn.to/3n1rcme ?Logitech C922 Pro Stream Webcam: https://amzn.to/3ZYyg1G ?RØDE Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3Jwo3Cj - - - - - - - - - - - - - Support The Channel: ►UPI (G-Pay/PhonePe/Paytm): abhijitchavda@icici ►PayPal: https://paypal.me/AbhijitChavda - - - - - - - - - - - - - ✅ Subscribe To My Other YouTube Channels:- Abhijit Chavda Clips: @AbhijitChavdaClips Abhijit Chavda हिंदी (Hindi Channel): @AbhijitChavdaHindi Abhijit Chavda Vlog: @AbhijitChavda2 Indian Interest (Podcast): @IndianInterest - - - - - - - - - - - - - In this engaging podcast episode, Dr. Meenakshi Jain, a renowned Indian historian, returns to discuss her latest book "Vishwanath Rises". Dr. Jain shares the accidental origins of her book, which initially focused on Ayodhya but expanded to cover the Kashi Vishwanath Temple following significant archaeological developments at the Ganvapi site in Varanasi. The episode delves into the profound historical and spiritual significance of Kashi (Varanasi) in Hindu civilization. Dr. Jain articulates the shift from Vedic rituals to the philosophical discourses that occurred in Eastern India, particularly in Kashi. Furthermore, Dr. Jain discusses the archaeological findings that substantiate Kashi's ancient religious history, dating back to 8,000 BC. She explores how myths and historical facts intertwine, providing a captivating narrative of Kashi's enduring legacy as a center of learning and spirituality. The podcast not only highlights the historical depths of Kashi but also its continuous influence on Indian culture and spirituality. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:29 - Exploring the historical significance of Kashi Vishwanath Mandir 08:15 - Atma and Brahma's philosophy permeated Indian culture 11:11 - Kashi's association with Lord Shiv and the myth of Ganga's descent 16:46 - Discovery of ancient artifacts during railway line expansion in 1940 19:10 - Kashi's early history and its significance as a center of Vedic knowledge and education 24:13 - Kashi Vishwanath Mandir is a revered old place with unmatched grandeur. 26:39 - Kashi faced attacks and destruction with religious motivations. 31:39 - The significance of Dharm Nibandhs in the medieval period 34:10 - Inscriptions found in Sarat showcase victories over foreign invaders. 38:54 - History of destruction and rebuilding of Bindu Madav Temple 41:29 - Destruction of Kashi Vishwanath Mandir 46:29 - The Kashi Vishwanath Temple was destroyed and rebuilt. 48:52 - Vishwanath Temple's relocation and reconstruction 53:49 - Rebuilding Vishwanath Temple at the site of destruction by Sikandar Lodi 56:04 - Coronation of Shivaji as per Vedic rituals 1:00:36 -Indians showing commitment to their heritage 1:02:50 - The destruction and preservation of Kashi Vishwanath Mandir 1:07:49 - Maratha movement led by Balaji Vishwanath 1:10:35 - Intense negotiations and invasions impact Kashi Vishwanath Mandir 1:15:21 - India's Resilience Through Turbulent Times 1:17:30 - End About: The Abhijit Chavda channel is an expansive library of content that offers insights into geopolitics, contemporary world affairs and history from an Indian perspective. Abhijit Chavda's unique research-backed worldview has made him one of the strongest voices in the Indian Digital Space, and he has represented India at international forums, including the G20 summit. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and HIT the notification bell to stay up-to-date with the latest videos! ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yi9QWEwdowo