Indian Posts and Telegraphs issued 3 stamps on 31.12.1957 in the denomination of 10 naye paise each to celebrate the Centenary of founding these great institutions in the country. Each stamp conveys a message in Sanskrit. "तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय" (tamaso mā jyotir gamaya") as quoted in other blog articles is from the Bṛhadāraṇyaka-Upaniṣad. "विद्यैव धनमक्षयम्" (vidyaiva dhanam-akṣayam - Education is imperishable wealth)" is a common adage.
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.
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