Hindu auspicious days are looked for buying selling and various other purposes. Good dates in April 2024 in Hindu Calen…
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Anugraha is the grace that confers liberation, a core concept of Tantra. The term anugraha literally means grace of fav…
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Non-attachment as a path leading to emancipation is an important teaching in the Bhagavad Gita and this was greatly ela…
Goddess Medha Devi holds a significant place in Vedic literature, particularly in the Rig Veda, where she is revered as…
The Self is to be realized only here in this life. If here you do not find it and work out the means for your Liberatio…
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The origin of the custom of worshipping the snake Goddess Manasa can be traced to the 'Sarpabali' ceremony of t…
Bhishma's silence during the denial of rights to the Pandavas is a complex matter deeply rooted in the dynamics of …
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Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, March 4 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Navami tithi or the ninth day during …
The steadfastness displayed by Dhruva in his pursuit of realizing God is indeed an inspiring lesson for all. Despite hi…
The story of Sage Vishwamitra losing his powers due to anger and lust is a well-known episode in Hindu religion. Accord…
Sri Ramakrishna describes two of his mystical experiences: ‘One day, while worshipping Shiva, I was about to offer a be…
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Hinduism and Vajrayana Buddhism share several similarities, as well as some differences. Here are some key points of si…
The concept of flying, or "Akashagamana," within the realm of yoga is deeply rooted in the mystical sciences …
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In Hindu philosophy, a modified form of immortality is ascribed even to the body of every living being. Of course, it i…
In Hinduism, Ketu is one of the Navagrahas, or the nine celestial bodies that influence human lives according to Hindu …
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Amhaspati is a term used in reconciling differences in the solar and lunar Hindu calendars. In Hindu religion, both the…
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A belief in the immortality of God and the soul is shared by different Hindu schools, but regarding the essential natur…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Thursday, February 29 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth day…
Sri Narayana Guru, 19th century sage and social reformer in Kerala, did wonders in Kerala society through his humanisti…
Human relationship is an extremely important issue for every individual. We all know subliminally that good, congenial,…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Wednesday, February 28 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Chaturthi tithi or the fourth …
The eight daily rituals and pujas of the pushtimarg sect are to be performed at the shrine of child Sri Krishna. These …
"Prana" refers to life, breath, and soul. "Prana Pratishta" is a ritual that signifies giving life …
Yudhishthira asked Bhishma, who was lying on the ‘bed of arrows’, to tell him about one ‘who is dear to all, who gladde…
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Alha Khand is a popular folk-epic in North India consisting of many gathas (folk ballads). It is presently known as Alh…
The five powers of Shiva, known as "Pancha Krityas" or "Pancha Shakti," are fundamental aspects of …
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, February 26 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Dwitiya tithi or the second day d…
As per Hindu Puranas, there existed a kingdom known as Matsya, inhabited by a proud and noble people known as the Matsy…
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"A man who has no enthusiasm for anything is lifeless as a tree" – Says Thiruvalluvar. Just as a tree without…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Sunday, February 25 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Pratipada tithi or the first day …
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Lakulisha, the revered figure in Shaivism, holds a significant place as the preceptor or possibly even the founder of t…
The philosophy of the Bhagavata is intensely practical and affects all aspects of life. A thorough understanding of thi…
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Akhyati is non-apprehension or non-discrimination in Hindu philosophy. It is a theory propounded by the Prabhakara Mima…
The symbolism of Yaali, the vahana or vehicle of Navagraha Budha (the planet Mercury), is deeply rooted in Hindu tradit…
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Friday, February 23 2024 – It is Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi tithi or the fourteent…
In Hinduism, Akanksha means expectation. In linguistic thought it stands for words in a sentence ‘mutually expecting’ o…
Hanuman, also known as Anjaneya, is often revered as the master of the five elements in Hindu mythology. Here's an …
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Advaita Siddhi is a text on Advaita Vedanta. Advaitasiddhi is the work of Madhusudana Sarasvati (1540 – 1647 CE). The t…
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In Hinduism, Acharya is whose conduct is noble and who knows and teaches achara (the rules of conduct) and serves as a …
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Paithankar Bhanudas Maharaj (1448–1513) was an ardent devotee of Bhagwan Vitthal of Pandharpur. He played an important …
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The story of Ekadanta Ganapati, depicting Ganesha losing his tusk in a battle with Parasurama, is a widely known Hindu …
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Gender fluidity in Hinduism is a multifaceted topic deeply rooted in ancient beliefs and tradition. Gender fluidity is …
Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Saturday, February 17 2024 – It is Shukla Paksha Ashtami tithi or the eighth day …
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The Ekabhavika concept in the context of karma and rebirth is a significant aspect of Hindu philosophy, particularly di…
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The ritual of burning the effigy of a person, known as "akrtidahana," in Hinduism is a unique practice mentio…
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Harinath, later Swami Turiyananda, asked Sri Ramakrishna how to destroy all the passions — hate, greed, love, lust, ang…
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The Brahma Yamala is a significant text within the Shaivagama tradition, particularly among the Yamalas, which are a gr…
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The avyanga, a distinctive waistband worn by the devotees of Surya, the Sun God in Hinduism, holds significant symbolis…
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In Hinduism, Manasara is a comprehensive treatise on architecture and iconography from the same category as Mayamata (a…
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