The story of King Ambarisha is a beautiful and unique story in Hindu mythology
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Among the mythology stories on food one of the most famous ones is the story
The philosophy of Hinduism is based on the principle that a hand giving away charity
Durva in Sanskrit means “which is cut or eaten by animals”. The English name
According to legends, Lord Brahma the creator of the Universe realised that he
Bhakti Yoga or union of the Atma and Paramatma through devotion
Lord Vishnu in his incarnation as Lord Narasimha, came onto this earth to destroy the evil demon Hiranyakasipu and protect his son Prahalad who was a great devotee of Lord Vishnu.
The holy land of India is a conglomeration of all religions with temples, mosques, churches and other edifices dotting its skyline. Its sacred rivers, historical past and rich cultural heritage has always been eulogised by historians both in India and abroad.
From ancient times, temples have been the hub of community life where all major events and festivals in an individual’s life have been celebrated. The structure and symbolism in a temple is deeply rooted in Vedic traditions.
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.
One of the most famous temples of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita in South India is the famous Sri Sita Rama Swamy temple situated on the banks of the river Godavari at Bhadrachalam in the Khammam district of Telangana.
Acquainting oneself with the glories of the Lord gives peace of mind according to
Mahabharata is the grand epic in which Sage Vyasa [व्यास] has revealed everything about the world
Vaishnavites are followers of Lord Vishnu (or his ten incarnations). The name Vishnu means one who pervades everything or the omnipresent one.
Shri Nimbarkacharya was a great saint who lived in the 13th century
The entire cosmic creation begins from the point of the Pancha Bhutas or the 5 elements. They are Earth or Prithvi, Water or Jal, Fire or Agni, Air or Vayu, Ether or Akash.
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).
Vishnu is the second of the Hindu Trinity. He represents the Sattva Guna and he is responsible for the sustenance, maintenance and protection of the universe.
Shiva is one of the three main gods of Hindu religion. There are three principal gods who are responsible for the worldly affairs.
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