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Durga Puja is one of the most significant amongst all Indian festivals. It is particularly the prime festival of…

Punjab is one of the states situated in the North Western part of India. Known as the ‘land of five rivers’ it is famous for its religious diversity. It is home to various places of historical importance and religious significance.

A traditional Hindu temple generally has common characteristics which are at times influenced by region, mode of worship and culture. The main deity is generally placed in a Central shrine or Garbha Griha or sanctum sanctorum.

Lord Brahma –‘ब्रह्मा’ is the first Deva of the Trimurti along with Vishnu and Maheswara (Shiva). Lord Brahma is the originator and the generator of mankind. He is the dhata (the giver), and the Vidhata (the Supreme Being).

Sati is a Hindu Goddess, who was the first consort of Lord Shiva. She is an aspect of Adi Parashakti and is also known as Dakshayani

The gentle and nurturing aspect of Shakti is goddess Parvati. She is the Hindu Goddess of fertility, love and devotion. She is the consort of Lord Shiva, one of the trinity who is the regenerator and destroyer of the universe.

Ganesh : Introduction Vakratundamahakayasuryakotisamaprabha, nirvighnamkuru me deva sarvakaryeshusarvada. Praise be the lord God, having a twisted face, a huge body…

Contents ·           Introduction ·           Origin of Dattatreya ·           Birth of Dattatreya ·           Legend ·           Appearance of Dattatreya ·           Significance of…

Contents ·         Introduction ·         In Greek and Roman Tradition ·         Etymology ·         Iconography ·         Birth and Family ·         Agni and…