Western Psychology vs. Eastern Spirituality by Osho
Osho – who was a widely followed Indian guru from the 60s-80s – brings up some very interesting and insightful points about the differences between Western psychology and Eastern spirituality’s...
View ArticleLalita Sahasranama -1000 Names of Divine Mother
Shri Lalita sahasranama is a sacred Hindu text for the worshippers of the Goddess Lalita Devi, i.e. the Divine Mother, Shakti, the consort of Lord Shiva. Lalita is the Goddess of bliss, an epithet for...
View ArticleHow to purify your Place from Negative Energies and Psychic Contaminations
Negative energies and psychic dirts create all kinds of problems in life. certain places are extremely dirtier than others. Spending time at these places is sure to affect your energy body. It makes...
View ArticleShri Bhagavat Ramanujacharya
In the year 1017 A.D., Ramanuja was born in the village of Perumbudur, about twenty-five miles west of Madras. His father was Kesava Somayaji and his mother was Kantimathi, a very pious and virtuous...
View ArticleBhagyada Lakshmi Baramma- Purandara Dasa
Worship of a mother Goddess has been part of the Indian tradition since its earliest times. Lakshmi is one of the mother goddesses and is addressed as “mata” (mother) instead of just “devi” (goddess)....
View ArticleSri Krishna Janmashtami
Janmaashtami is a very popular Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Sri Krishna the most revered God in this Universe. It is celebrated with all gaiety and religious fervor across the country by one and...
View ArticleGlory of Thulasi – The Divine Plant
Thulasi in brief: Thulasi the divine plant is a house hold name among Hindus regarded as the ultimate symbol of purity. Thulasi is a Sanskrit word literally means the one that has no equals, the one...
View ArticleThe Glory of Somnatha Temple (Gujarat)
The holy place Prabhasa also known as Somanath is situated between 20.53’N latitude and 70.24’E longitude on the south west coast of India in the Sourashtra province of Gujarat State, on the shores of...
View ArticleTirumala Sreevaari Brahmotsavam
Tirumala Sreevaari Brahmotsavam, a unique, world famous and the most sought after temple festival is held every year at the most sacred Tirumala Kshethra (Tirumala Hills) the seat of supreme God; Sri...
View ArticleSri Maha Ganapathi (The remover of obstacles)
In Hindu religion and philosophy Lord Ganesha has acquired a unique and significant prominence and is considered as the most potent God. Also known as Maha Ganapathi (Ganesha), the elephant headed God...
View ArticleThe Glory and Significance of Sri Sathyanarayana Vratha
India, the birth place of Hinduism is rich in spirituality, religious cultures, faiths, austerity, customs and traditions that we don’t find anywhere else in the world. In the words of Mark Twain...
View ArticleBhaja Govindam by Shri Aadi Sankaracharya Part-1
Jagadguru Shri Adi Sankaracharya is very famous for his teachings on Vedanta. He was born in kaladi, kerala to a Brahmin parents named shivakaru and Aryamba. He traveled through out india to teach...
View ArticleMaasaanaam Maargaseersho~ham (Significance of Margasira Masam)
Margaseersha also named as Agrahayana is the ninth month in a Hindu calendar starting from Chaitra masam. The word Agrahayana means the month of equinox. In olden times the year used to begin with...
View ArticleMukkoti Ekaadasi (Vaikunta Ekaadasi)
Normally Ekadasi is the 11th day (thithi) in the Almanac that occurs once in a fortnight of a Lunar month. While any Ekadasi day is considered to be the most sacred day in the dictionary of Lord Sri...
View ArticlePRAYAGA – THE THEERTHA RAJ (Triveni Sangam)
Prayaga also known as Allahabad is a city in the State of Uttar Pradesh situated at the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers. Prayaga (place of sacrifice) is believed to be the spot where Lord...
View ArticleSri Panchami or Vasantha Panchami
Sri Panchami is a Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswathi. It is celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of Sukla Paksha in the Lunar Month of Magha Masam that generally occurs during the months...
View ArticleBasara – A Rare Temple of Goddess Saraswathi
In our country we find very few temples of Goddess Saraswathi. Out of two such famous temples dedicated to Goddess Saraswathi one which can be easily accessed is in Adilabad district of Andhra Pradesh...
View ArticleRatha Sapthami – The Festival of Sun God
! Aadi Deva namasthubhyam Praseeda mama Bhaskara Diwakara namasthubhyam Prabhakara namosthuthe!! Ratha...
View ArticleThe significance of Rama Nama
A guru was teaching Vishnu Sahasra naamam to a group of young boys. Guru chanted the slokam : Sri Raama Raama Raamethi Rame Raame Manorame | Sahasra...
View ArticleThe power of Nama Japa (Story of Ajaamilan)
The summer heat drives us towards shades from trees. Those who are indoor, use fans and coolers. Those who are affluent install an air conditioner. Now on the same analogy, we are suffering from the...
View ArticleWhat is Dharma?
What is Dharma? Almost everyone the world over would have heard the word ‘Dharma’, yet few people understand what precisely is meant by the word, ‘Dharma’. This has less to do with people’s ability to...
View ArticleGaruda Purana – Glory & Significance
While Vedas are the sacred scripts of Hindu Dharma; Puranas are the backbone of Hindu philosophy which contains essence of Hindu religion, civilization and culture. Sage Sri Vedavyaasa the Divine...
View ArticleConcept & Significance of Charturmaasam
Bharatha Khanda (Indian sub continent) is known as Karma Bhoomi which is unique with its significance for Vedic and religious culture and heritage. It is believed and said that one has to take birth...
View ArticleKrishna Dvaipayana Vyasa – Guru Par Excellence
Vyasa was one of the principal builders of Hindu(Vedic) knowledge system, culture and religion. He was born in a dvipa or island. He was of dark complexion (Krishna). Hence he was called Krishna...
View ArticleThe Significance of Ashaada Maasa
Fourth month in traditional Hindu Lunar calendar, Aashaada masam marks the beginning of Dakshinayana when, the Sun takes a southward turn in the zodiac. During the month of Aashada, Sun transits into...
View ArticleLineage of Saint Sree Raghavendra Theertharu
Saint Sri Raghavendra Theertha was an Aparoksha Gyani and Daivamsa Sambhootha. His lineage started from Shankukarna down the line as Prahlada, Bahlika, Vyasa Raya and finally as Sri Raghavendra....
View ArticleSri Vaamana Avathara
Significance Sri Vaamana Avathara was fifth in the line of Dasavatharas of Lord Sri Maha Vishnu. This avathara took place during Treta Yuga before Sri Parashurama Avathara. Lord Maha Vishnu took this...
View ArticleAaswayuja Maasam – The Divine Mother Centric Month
Aaswayuja maasam marks beginning of a new season called Sharad Ruthu (autumn) when, monsoon starts receding and winter makes a beginning; one of the best seasons. When Moon is at or nearer to the...
View ArticleStory of Bali Chakravarthy
Focus of Sri Vaamana Avathara falls on the story of King Bali. Popularly referred to as Bali Chakravarthi or Maha Bali he was a Daitya (Asura) King in the lineage of Prahlada (Bhaktha Prahlada). He...
View ArticleMaha Shivaratri – The great night of Lord Shiva
The worship of Lord Shiva is prevailing in Hindu religion and philosophy from time immemorial perhaps since Vedic times on par with the worship of Lord Vishnu. There are many historical and Puranic...
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