The 18 Puranas are a collection of Hindu texts that are considered to be some of the oldest and most important religious texts in Hinduism. The Puranas are a rich source of Hindu mythology, history, and philosophy and are considered to be part of the larger body of Hindu scriptures, known as the Vedas. The […]
Krishna is a superstar among Hindu gods! Known for his awesome powers, playful tricks, and overflowing love, he’s also the eighth incarnation of the mighty Vishnu. But Krishna’s story goes beyond battles and miracles. One of the most fascinating things about him is his wives and his marriages. Eight wives of Lord Krishna According to
Kali Yuga, the current age in the Hindu cosmology, is characterized by decline and degeneration. It is the fourth and final age in a cycle of four yugas, each progressively shorter and more corrupt than the last. This era is marked by increasing conflict, materialism, and a decline in spiritual values. It is believed that
Surpanakha is a character from the Ramayana. She was the sister of the demon king Ravana and lived in the island of Lanka. One lesser-known aspect of her story is that she was not always a demon. According to some versions, she was a princess from a noble family who was transformed into a demon
Buy Draupadi Paniting The event of Draupadi Cheerharan refers to the humiliation of Draupadi, the wife of the Pandavas, in the royal court of Hastinapura. During a game of dice, the Pandavas lost all their wealth, including their kingdom and even Draupadi herself. When she was brought before the court, she was publicly disrobed by
Here are some very common asked questions about Lord Shiva. We try to give answers on the same. The famous Maha Mrityunjay Mantra How do I worship Lord Shiva in a temple? Here are five ways when We can worship Lord Shiva in a temple. Offer flowers: Start by offering fresh flowers to Lord Shiva.
Read this super book on Sapta Rishis Who are Sapta Rishi The Sapta Rishi, or the Seven Great Sages, are like the superheroes of ancient India—but instead of fighting villains, they used their wisdom and magic to help people and guide the world! Chosen by Brahma, the creator of the universe, these sages—Vashistha, Vishwamitra, Atri,
The story of Maa Skandmata is mentioned in Hindu mythology and Puranas. According to the legends, she is the mother of Lord Skanda (also known as Kartikeya), who was born from the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. When Lord Skanda was born, he was immediately taken to be raised by the six celestial
Lord Ganesha is known by various names such as Vinayaka, Ganapati, and Pillaiyar, among others. He is widely worshipped not only in India but also in other countries like Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia.
Chandi Devi Temple is a Siddha Peetha Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Chandi, located in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India. The temple is perched atop the Neer Garh Hill and is considered one of the sacred shrines of the city. This temple is also known as Neel Parvat Tirth, it is also one among the panch tirth (five pilgrimages) of Haridwar.