Sage Vasishtha: The Royal Guru and Cosmic Philosopher

n this compelling episode of Celebrating Hinduism with Giridhar, we explore the extraordinary life and teachings of Sage Vashishtha — one of the revered Saptarshis, the royal guru of the Solar dynasty, and the spiritual beacon behind the righteous reign of kings like Lord Rama.Sage Vashishtha was not only a guide to monarchs but also a cosmic philosopher whose wisdom transcended the world of form and ritual. We delve into:His role as Rajaguru of the Ikshvaku lineageThe profound teachings of the Yoga Vashishtha, a philosophical text exploring consciousness, illusion, and liberationHis legendary spiritual encounters with Sage VishwamitraThe path of tapas, equanimity, and dharma-based leadershipThrough Vashishtha’s life, we discover how ancient seers combined inner realization with outer responsibility, becoming luminous bridges between the cosmic and the earthly.Join Dr. K. Giridhar Gopal as he narrates the timeless relevance of Vashishtha's life — and how his wisdom still speaks to us in our modern quest for clarity, purpose, and peace.