The Sanat-Kumara Purāṇa is an ancient Hindu text radiant with spiritual wisdom, cultural richness, and the depth of Indian mythology and philosophy. This Purāṇa is one of the eighteen Mahāpurāṇas attributed to Sanat-Kumara, one of the four Kumaras who are considered eternal youth and seers in Indian tradition. In this blog, various features of Sanat-Kumara […]Read More
In our trip to 12 Jyotirlingas, next in sequence is Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga. Let us travel down south to experience the power of Shiva- Parvati as Arjuna and Mallika. Srisailam, also referred to as the “Kailash of the South,” is a revered and ancient site in Andra Pradesh, South India. Hundreds of temples and shrines honouring […]Read More
In Dasa Mahavidyas of Shakta tradition, Chinnamasta devi is the sixth Hindu goddess. She is known for her shockingly striking depictions of her decapitated head. Her name derived from chinna meaning severed and masta meaning head, literally translates into the goddess with a severed head. This stark imagery is central to her representation and symbolic […]Read More
Within Shaktism, a denomination within Hinduism where the godhead is believed to be a goddess, Kali or Kalika is considered to be one of the major Hindu goddess. She is worshipped in Nepal and across South Asia. Kali also referred to as Kali Mata or the black mother is said to be tantric and non-Vedic […]Read More
Suka, is a Sanskrit word for parrots. In Hinduism, Suka plays a pivotal role as one of the prominent and renowned symbols of Hinduism. The earliest mention of Suka or the parrot can be traced back to the ancient scripture of the Rigveda somewhere around 1500-1200 BCE. However, the word or rather the name Suka […]Read More
The Umarkot Shiv Mandir, also known as Amarkot Shiv Mandir, stands as an ancient Hindu temple in the Umerkot District of Sindh. Thousands of years ago, a humble cowherd noticed something peculiar. One of his cows consistently left the herd to offer milk to a mysterious object—a Shiv Lingam. Intrigued, the man investigated and discovered […]Read More
A Timeless Sanctuary The Sadh Belo Temple, also known as Sadh Bela, stands as a beacon of spirituality on an island in the Indus River near Sukkur, Sindh, Pakistan. This revered Hindu temple complex has witnessed centuries of devotion, legends, and architectural marvels. Let us light on a journey through its history, rituals, and sacred […]Read More
The Hinglaj Mata Mandir, nestled amidst the rugged terrain of Balochistan, Pakistan, stands as a testament to devotion and ancient traditions. Let us explore this revered temple, Hinglaj Mata Mandir, also known as Hinglaj Devi, Hingula Devi, and Nani Mandir, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Hinglaj Mata, an aspect of goddess Durga. Located in […]Read More
Exploring the Sacred Splendor: Unraveling the Mystique of 108 Shiva Temples at Ambika Kalna, West Bengal Nestled amidst the tranquil environs of West Bengal, India, lies a pilgrimage site steeped in divinity and architectural grandeur – the 108 Shiva Temples at Ambika Kalna. Constructed in 1809 by Maharaja Teja Chandra Bahadhur, these temples stand as […]Read More
Kashi Mahajanapada, one of the sixteen Mahajanapadas, was founded in Varanasi by the first king Kash of the Chandra dynasty. That is why Varanasi is also known as ‘Kashi’, Kashi is one of those Mahajanapadas which emerged in the 6th century, today this region includes Bhojpur, Rohtas, and Kaimur districts. One of the oldest continuously […]Read More