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 Trishul, or the trident derives its name from the Sanskrit word Trishula wherein, tri means three and shula means a sharp iron stake. The Trishul is an important symbol in Hinduism. In most of the Hindu iconography and mythology, the Trishul is often associated with Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. […]Read More
The symbol of Swastika, is yet another, in fact the most auspicious and important of symbols in Hinduism. Similar to its usage as that of the symbol Om, Swastika—a shape of two crosses—is drawn outside of Hindu homes, on vehicles, used elaborately during the weddings and carved on the walls and architectural designs of Hindu […]Read More
Across India, the symbol of Om is widely used and seen. Painted above the doorframes of Hindu houses, behind the auto-rickshaws, outside the Hindu temples and shop fronts, the letter Om lingers in between the hustle-bustle of Indian cities and in the quiet of Indian villages. Chanted before and after the prayers, during the reading […]Read More
PROVERBS, SOUNDS & SYMBOLS A proverb is a simple and factual saying popularly known and repeated, which states a truth, based on common sense on the practical knowledge of mortality. Sound signals can convey innumerable messages. Although they do not play any role in fetching variations in the society, it gives indications to its members […]Read More
Symbolizing the Indian culture, the traditionally designed textiles boast motifs. Embroidery has been thought to be an oriental art form, though its origin remains unknown. The Vedic hymns provide evidence to the fact that the needle has been in use in India for centuries.Read More