A trailblazer in every sense of the word, she broke down barriers as an African American woman in Hollywood while also making a name for herself as a talented jazz vocalist. Her sultry voice and glamorous image made her a star both on screen and off, earning her legions of devoted fans....
I’d like to bring us full circle, back to the imaginary China of Cathy Song’s poem with which I began:‘That blue flower on the map’.In Chinese, the word for the type of decorated porcelain we call ‘blue and white ware
At first, Walt Disney’s middlebrow folly was a commercial dog, seriously jeopardizing the company’s bottom line with extravagant touring costs (including the installation of Fantasound, the first stereo theatrical presentation). But re-releases and modifications eventually made the movie profitable–...
Prana was founded in 1992 in Carlsbad, California, and started by producing clothing for yoga and climbing enthusiasts. The company’s name is derived from the Sanskrit word for "breath," reflecting its commitment to sustainability and mindful living. Prana is known for using eco-friendly material...
the four heavenly kings (Sanskrit vajra); the four guardians or warrior attendants of Buddha 四大盆地 sì dà pén dì four great basin depressions of China, namely: Tarim 塔里木盆地 in south Xinjiang, Jungar 準葛爾盆地|准葛尔盆地 and Tsaidam or Qaidam 柴達木盆地|柴达木盆地 in north Xinjiang...
Amrut or amrit is a Sanskrit word which can be translated as "nectar of the gods", "nectar of life", or "drink of the gods". The company translates it as "Elixir of Life". The brand became famous after whisky connoisseur Jim Murray gave it a rating of 82 out of 100 in 2005 and...
Moksha is a Sanskrit word that refers to Liberation / Freedom from all suffering. But we strive to relieve our clients’ suffering by providing them with perfect “Solutions” that best suit their individual and business concerns. Our motto is to reveal the underlying, pure spirit of each of ...
Ahimsa is the Sanskrit word for “nonviolence.” It’s a fine song and a polite gesture. 221. “Bass Trap,” B-side to “The Unforgettable Fire” It’s a pretty instrumental that originated from a bass line from Adam Clayton that Eno fed through some kind of processor. Perfectly ...
which is raising the right hand and placing it over the heart. While we in Western Cultures apparently don’t have a word for this feeling, one can be found in the ancient Sanskrit language. The word is Kama Muta, which means “being moved by love.” It is written as कामम...
The word “Ayurveda” was derived from Sanskrit language in which Ayus describes “longevity” and Veda describes “relating to knowledge”. Ayurveda is the oldest and traditional medicinal system that began in Vedic period of India. With the passage of centuries, practitioners developed procedures ...