The Saint of Vrindavan: The Life and Legacy of Swami Haridas
Understand the influence of Swami Haridas on the Haridasi tradition and the emphasis on devotion and love for God.
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When Lord Krishna saved the earth
This story is about how Lord Krishna saved the earth from imminent destruction. This was due to a weapon, Brahmashira, which was far more potent that Brahmastra. Brahmashira – the weapon more potent than Brahmastra All of us hear about the supreme weapon Brahmastra. This is known to be the mother of all weapons and
Lord Krishna stories
Lord Krishna is a central figure in Hinduism and is revered as a deity by Hindus worldwide. He is one of the most popular and widely revered gods in Hinduism, and is considered to be an avatar of the god Vishnu. Lord Krishna is often depicted as a young boy playing a flute, or as
Udupi connection to Mahabharata
There is an interesting story related to Udupi which dates back to Mahabharata. It also explains why people of Udupi are good in catering business.
Lord Krishna and Rukmini devi marriage
Lord Krishna’s eight wives are known as Ashtabharya. Out of these, Devi Rukmini was believed to be most devoted towards the Lord. Following is the fascinating story of how Rukmini got married to Lord Krishna Rukmi and Shishupala Devi Rukmini was daughter of Bhismak, who was king of Vidarbha. Rukmi was brother of her, who
Ashtabharya – Shri Krishna and his eight queens
Lord Krishna married Rukmini, in response to her letter in which she requested him to kidnap her and save from Shishiupala. This incident is also known as Rukmini Haran.
Story of Gandiva bow
There is an interesting story of how Gandiva was acquired by Arjuna. Arjuna helped Lord Agni to cure the indigestion caused by a yagna conducted by King Swetaki. Lord Agni asked Varuna, who was in possession of Gandiva in exchange of annihilation of Khandava forest. He also gave Lord Krishna the mace Kaumodaki and the
Shri Krishna brought back his six brothers for Devki
Many of us do not know that Lord Krishna brought back the six sons of Devki (seventh and eighth being Balrama and himself) for a brief reunion. Names of these six sons are Smara, Udgitha, Parishvanga, Patanga, Kshudrabhrit and Ghrini. These six sons were earlier grand sons of Hiranyakashyap and they were living under a curse. Read other facts about Lord
Killing of Shakatasur by Lord Krishna
After the birth of Lord Krishna, Kansa arranged for numerous attempts on his life, but every time, the Lord killed the person who was appointed for his killing. Following is an incident involving the demon Shakatasur. KILLING OF SHAKATASUR Festival in Gokul When Lord Krishna was twenty-seven days old, a festival was organised in Gokul.