The Sanskrit Philatelist

Saṃskṛtam (Sanskrit) known as “Divine Speech” and “Language of the Gods” in Indian tradition is the source of later languages of India. Precision is its beauty. “Philately” (Fr: Philatélie) is the study of postage stamps. The legacy that Sanskrit has left to us is India's legacy. Displayed here are Stamps, Covers, Post Cards & Postmarks which have a bearing on Sanskrit. Translators and Promoters of Institutions are included. However, holders of a degree in Skt and quoters are excluded.

Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Indian National Science Academy, Diamond Jubilee, 1995 - Stamp, First Day Cover and Brochure

The Indian National Science Academy celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in the year 1995. A commemorative stamp was brought out on 07.01.1995 along with a First Day Cover and a Brochure. All these philatelic materials contained the logo of INSA which contains the Sanskrit motto "ह्वयामि भर्गः "सवितुर्वरेण्यम्" (ḥvayāmi bhargaḥ savitur vareṇyaṃ). Origin of this quote is not known but it can be traced to the Vedic mantra pattern. Two words are verbatim of the gāyatrī mantra. The meaning conveyed is :

"I call on the adorable splendor of Savitā (the Sun)"

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Cdr G.Sriramarao,I.N(Retd)March 19, 2015 at 3:56 AM
What a great idea of collecting all philatelic material on Sansrit the language I call of Gods -l
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