Dehradun : In a significant discovery, Dr MPS Bisht, former director of Uttarakhand Space Applications Centre, uncovered a 137-year-old manuscript of the Badrinath Aarti. The manuscript is said to have been written by late Dhan Singh Bartwal, a resident of Saterakhal Seungpuri in Rudraprayag district. The discovery of this manuscript is not just important from a historical perspective, but also sheds light on the origins of one of the most popular aartis in Hinduism.
The Badrinath Aarti is a hymn dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped in the form of Badrinath in the Himalayas. It is believed that the aarti was first performed over a century ago, and has been recited daily ever since. The aarti is an essential part of the daily rituals at the Badrinath temple, which is considered to be one of the holiest shrines in Hinduism.
The discovery of this manuscript is particularly noteworthy because it sheds light on the origins of the Badrinath Aarti. According to Dr Bisht, the manuscript was written by Dhan Singh Bartwal, who was a resident of Saterakhal Seungpuri in Rudraprayag district. The manuscript was accepted by the Shri Badri-Kedar Mandir Committee, which is responsible for the maintenance and management of the Badrinath temple.
The manuscript itself is a hand-written copy of the Badrinath Aarti, and is said to have been written 137 years ago. This makes it one of the oldest known copies of the aarti in existence. The manuscript contains the original Sanskrit text of the aarti, along with a Hindi translation. It is fascinating to note that the aarti has remained virtually unchanged over the centuries, despite being recited daily by devotees from all over the world.
The discovery of this manuscript is an excellent example of the importance of preserving cultural heritage. The Badrinath Aarti is an integral part of Hinduism, and its discovery sheds light on the origins and evolution of this essential hymn.
The discovery of the Badrinath Aarti manuscript by Dr. MPS Bisht is an essential development in the study of Hinduism. The manuscript sheds light on the origins and evolution of one of the most important aartis in the religion. The fact that the manuscript was written 137 years ago is particularly noteworthy, as it makes it one of the oldest known copies of the aarti in existence. The discovery of this manuscript is an excellent example of the importance of preserving cultural heritage, and the Shri Badri-Kedar Mandir Committee deserves commendation for their efforts in this regard.
