-Bhoomee Vats Navratri is a major festival filled with symbolism about destroying evil and selfish nature, and about having deep respect for all aspects of life, including the things and objects that contribute to our well-being. The nine days of Navratri are divided on the basis of the three basic qualities of tamas, rajas, and sattva. The first […]Read More
-Arushi Kastwar In the still town of Jejuri, nestled among Maharashtra’s Sahyadri hills, there’s a temple more than just a stone and historical monument—it is a temple that shines with living color, true devotion, and centuries of tradition. The Khandoba Temple of Jejuri is no mere religious pilgrimage site—it’s a spectacle of faith. Veiled in […]Read More
Poetry now seems to be fleeing, as if restless in its own skin! The nearby poems catch wind of its urgency, stirring in quiet unease. Each verse dares to stretch beyond its boundaries, pausing mid-flight to wrestle with the weight of its own thoughts. The Bhakti Kaal (Devotion Period) left a profound mark on Hindi […]Read More
Rajasthan, the land of vibrant colors, majestic forts, and an intricate cultural tapestry, is also home to a rich legacy of folk dances that narrate tales of tradition, devotion, and skill. Among these is the Terah Tali Dance, a mesmerizing art form performed by the Kamar tribe. This unique dance form, known for its complex […]Read More
Varanasi, the city of spiritual awakening, has long been a sanctuary for seekers of higher truths and mystical knowledge. Set inside another seemingly infinite chain of sacred shrines studded on its ancient landscape is Kinaram Ashram, a unique centre of spiritual learning and devotion. Dedicated to Baba Kinaram, the legendary saint and founder of the […]Read More
Among all the sacred places in Varanasi, there is the great Vishalakshi Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Vishalakshi, who is the Divine Mother. This temple is one of the most important Shakti Peethas in Hinduism, where the feminine power, or Shakti, is worshipped. The temple is located near the famous Manikarnika Ghat. The […]Read More
As one of the many labyrinths of spirituality and history where Varanasi stands, Chandrakoop Well is the only one of its kind. It is located within the premises of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple complex. An ancient well, it finds a unique place in Hindu religious traditions. Chandrakoop Well is believed to be steeped in cosmic […]Read More
The Shiva Purana stands as one of the most respected and sacred texts within Hindu literature, dedicated to Lord Shiva, the God of destruction and regeneration. This Purana provides a deep narrative of the origins, deeds, and symbolic significance of Shiva. Its narratives extend past mythology and mention elements of devotion, cosmology, and religious philosophy, […]Read More
Kalika purana is considered to be one of the more significant Hindu religious texts surrounding goddess kali. The Shakta tradition of Hinduism that worships goddess kali owes to Kalika purana for a lot of its practices. The Kalika purana is also one of the upapuranas and it is said to contain about 9,000 verses that […]Read More
This is one of the lesser-known puranas within the corpus of Hindu literature; still, the Brihannaradiya Purana represents a very important treasury of spiritual wisdom and cultural history. This paper will delve deep into the intricate tapestry that is the Purana to trace its origins, mythological narratives, and philosophical teachings and the resounding legacy that […]Read More