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Welcome to Wellsprings
Think of this space as a quiet corner of the web—a peaceful, non-commercial sanctuary engineered to shield you from the frantic noise and daily distractions of the digital age. Here, we lovingly bring together an expansive repository of heartwarming anecdotes, epic historical chronicles, and cross-cultural reflections spanning philosophy, science, history and the arts. From ancient parables to modern milestones of human achievement, each piece is meant to uplift your spirit, spark meaningful contemplation, and foster a comforting sense of shared humanity. We are glad you are here. Step inside, explore our archives at your own pace, and enjoy the journey!
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Praying for everyone
A farm labourer with a sick wife asked a Buddhist monk to say a series of prayers. The priest began to pray, asking God to cure all those who were ill. “Just…
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God is everywhere
“Where is God?” asked the disciple. “Everywhere, in everyone and everything,” said his Guru. Later, as the disciple was going home, he saw an elephant charging towards him. “Get out of the…
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When elephants did fly
There was a time when elephants could fly. They had wings – four big wings. In fact, they were God’s favourite vehicles; he used to ride on an elephant when he was…
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Roberto de Vincenzo: Best news of the week
Argentinian golfer, Roberto de Vincenzo, once won a tournament and the big cheque that goes with it. After the celebrations, he was strolling back to his car when a young woman approached…
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The last appointment
After 21 years of marriage, my wife wanted me to take another woman out to dinner and a movie. She said, ‘I love you, but I know this other woman loves you…
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James Harrison: The man with the golden arm
This factual biographical report documents extraordinary human altruism and medical resilience. The true narrative is uniquely paired with an archival 1976 Indian stamp promoting voluntary blood donation. By Doug Criss, CNN, CNN’s Samantha…
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Honorary Masters of Medicine degree for an illiterate man
The extraordinary journey of Hamilton Naki from a shepherd boy to an honorary Master of Medicine stands as a powerful testament to the value of choosing work over a mere job. Starting…
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Victoria Cross
I had gone to UK in 1995 as Deputy Leader of the Indian delegation to take part in the 50th Anniversary celebrations of the victory in Europe during the Second World War. …
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First sign of civilization
Anthropologist Margaret Mead’s unexpected perspective on early human culture bypasses traditional tools like pottery or weapons. Instead, she identifies a healed human bone as the true baseline for civilization. This reflection shows…
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The name of an angel
Once upon a time there was a baby ready to be born. The child asked God, “They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to…
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8 greatest Indian teachers of all times
India’s deep-rooted educational history is shaped by extraordinary visionaries who redefined the true purpose of learning. This curated compilation honors eight iconic thinkers, scholars, and leaders who took teaching far beyond conventional…