Sanatan Then, Now, Forever

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'SANATAN: Then, Now, Forever' is a captivating story inspired by Hindu epics like the Mahabharata, Ramayana, Panchatantra, and Shiva Puranas. It follows the remarkable life of Eka, a simple hunter who is blessed, and cursed, with immortality, living from 1300 B.C. to the present day.

The story starts at the dawn of time, tracing key events like the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan) and the battles of Kurukshetra. It follows the rise of Buddhism, the revival of Hinduism under Adi Shankaracharya, the reign of Hindu kings, the invasions and conquests of Bharat, and the British Raj, culminating in the fight for Independence and extending into a futuristic Bharat in 2123.

Throughout his endless journey, Eka meets other mythological characters, immortal beings (Chiranjeevis), and important historical figures, embodying the idea that 'You either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villain. The book dives into the challenges of eternal life, showing how even an immortal can be drawn into darkness over time.

This epic tale encourages readers to think about what it means to live forever and how everything changes with time. Yet, through it all. Sanatan remains unchanged-then, now, and forever.

Hindu scriptures encompass a rich tapestry of spiritual wisdom, rituals, and philosophical teachings. Among the diverse elements found within these scriptures, there exists a particular mantra that venerates the concept of the Chiranjivi, the "Immortal beings" or "long-lived ones" in Hindu tradition. This mantra is recited with the intention of invoking good fortune and seeking longevity. The mantra reads as follows:

Ashwatthaama Balirvyaaso Hanumanshcha Vibheeshanaha

Krupaha Parshuramascha Saptaitey Chiranjivinaha

Saptaitaan Samsmareynnityam Markandeymathaashtamam

Jivedvarshshatam Sopi Sarvavyadhivivarjitaha

This chant is a homage to the seven or eight Chiranjivi, considered immortal beings who, according to Hindu belief, continue to exist on Earth across different ages. Each name in the mantra corresponds to one of these revered personalities.