Maāz Meáczhar - An intimate conversation between a Father, Son & You‪!‬ Sulaiman

In this episode we talk about the idea of Justice. Among other things we discuss:Justice in the western and Islamic traditionAdler’s Syntopicon ( Dictionary of Ideas)102 greatest ideas, boiled to 6 great ideas, Justice being one of themJustice as an unlimited goodJustice for all oppressed peoples of the world - Palestine, Kashmir etc.Name of Allah : Al-’Adl العدلName of Allah : Al-Muqsit المقسطO you who believe! Be those standing firm for justice, witnesses for God; even if it be agains...

In this episode we have an authentic conversation in Kashmiri (کٲشُر) about Marhoom Prof. Rahman Rahi's multi-dimensional themes found in his literary works. Guided by our special guest , Zareef Ahmed Zareef , a celebrated poet of the Kashmiri language himself, we try to feel and taste the sweetness & depth of Rahi's kalam. During the conversation we get a chance, to go over various shades of his writings and take a peek into his creative genius.Among many other things we discuss :- Rahma...

In this episode we talk exclusively in Kashmiri (کٲشِر) about Cecil Tyndale-Biscoe's service to Kashmir. Along with our special guest , Shafi Ahmed Qadri , author of a book titled - Biscoe in Kashmir, we explore the various facets of his work and what impact it has historically made and continues to make in current times.Among many other things we discuss :- "Bojan" as a facet of Maaz Meaczhar- How Biscoe wanted to inculcate Self respect in Kashmiris- Character building of Kashmiris- Wh...

In this episode we talk about the idea of happiness.What does it really mean to be happy? Is it transient or lasting? Is it relative or something absolute? Is it only a means or an end in itself. Does it mean that during our limited life span we are happy in every waking and sleeping moment? Is there a blueprint for happiness? Among many other things we discuss :- Idea of Happiness in The Holy Quran (Surah Yunus 57-58 )- Alchemy of Happiness ( Imam Al Ghazali)- Happiness has roots...

In this episode, along with our special guest Dr. Jane Strand, we talk about our serendipitous meeting and revisit a local Kashmiri story about Jana and her relationship with Robert Thorp. Based on new research, we identify a historical error and propose to rectify it.Among many other things we discuss :Cashmere Misgovernment ( Robert Thorp's famous book)Trip to Sugaen ( A village in Budgam, Kashmir)Serendipitous meeting with a blood relative of Robert Thorp in San FranciscoWounded ParadiseSp...

In this episode we talk exclusively in Kashmiri (کٲشِر) and take a peek into the 1950's & onwards scene of the social, economic, religious and political situation in the Kashmir Valley. We attempt to address the question : Why it matters to know our story or history ?Among many other things we discuss :Maaz Meaczhar and its deeper meaningsCzeke/Kote divisionsSher/Gade vs Bakre Nafl Boene ( Chinar)Goga/ Suer VaelPeace Brigade ( 29/15)How radios are imprisoned!16 Anna = 1 Rupee = 64 Pa...