Minicoy Lighthouse which was built a 100 years ago found a place on a commemorative stamp, issued on 02.02.1985, by the India Post. The Cancellation on the FDC is inscribed with a Sanskrit invocation : "tamaso ma jyotirgamaya" meaning -- Lead me from darkness to light.
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.
Sunday, March 29, 2015
100 Years of Minicoy Lighthouse, 1985 - First Day Cover
Minicoy Lighthouse which was built a 100 years ago found a place on a commemorative stamp, issued on 02.02.1985, by the India Post. The Cancellation on the FDC is inscribed with a Sanskrit invocation : "tamaso ma jyotirgamaya" meaning -- Lead me from darkness to light.
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