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Why do we celebrate Dhanteras? || Dhanteras ||

Why do we celebrate Dhanteras?    The story of Dhanteras According to one story, Dhanteras celebrates the day when Lord Dhanvantari (God of medicine and health) emerged with a pot of nectar from the ocean of milk during the gods' and demons' churning of the cosmic ocean (known as Amrit manthan). Drinkers of the nectar was believed to receive health and immortality. Lord Dhanvantari According to a different story, Dhanteras celebrates the win of a young prince called Hima over Yama, the god of death. According to his horoscope, Hima would be bitten by a snake and die on the fourth day of his marriage. But his wife was devoted to save him. She lighted lamps across the house and stacked all the gold and silver utensils and ornaments at the entrance of their bedroom. She also told stories and sang songs to keep her partner awake. Yama was unable to enter the room because he was blinded by the wealth and light when he appeared as a snake. He did not hurt Hima as he waited on the o...
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Synchronicity: Universal Sign or Meaning Coincidence

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  What is a synchronicity?     A random occurrence of events that happen together without any causal connection Or A meaningful coincidence that is connected by something bigger or in other word universe itself.   In our busy daily lives we often overlook little sign that the universe itself is trying to tell us.  let me tell you a story about a guy. Once upon a time, in a bustling city lived a young musician named Alex. Alex was a talented violinist, but he was struggling to make ends meet. One day, while playing his violin in the park, a gust of wind blew his music sheet away. He chased after it and it led him to a small hidden antique shop. Intrigued, Alex decided to go inside. There, he found an old, dusty violin. Despite its age, the violin had a certain charm to it. Alex picked it up and started to play. To his surprise, the sound was beautiful, unlike anything he had ever heard before. The shop owner, an elderly man, was moved by Alex’s performance. ...
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5 Interesting facts about the Kamakhya Temple

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  Five Interesting Facts About the Kamakhya Temple One of India's most sacred and fascinating temples is the Kamakhya Temple, which is situated in Guwahati, Assam. This temple, which is devoted to Goddess Kamakhya, a symbol of feminine strength and fertility, draws millions of visitors and followers each year. We'll go over some amazing and intriguing facts about this historic temple in this blog post that will pique your interest.              Image Credit:    5fbcf26e83bc2-Kamakhya_Temple_Attractions.jpg (1920×1080) (adotrip.com) The Oldest Shakti Peeth in India:  The Kamakhya Temple, one of the 51 sacred sites related to Goddess Sati, Lord Shiva's consort, is believed to be the earliest Shakti Peeth in all of India. In according to tradition, Sati self-immolated in the sacrificial fire when her father Daksha insulted Shiva. Enraged, Shiva carried her corpse and executed the destruction-causing cosmic dance. Lord Vishnu divided Sa...
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Dasa Mahavidya | 10 Mahavidya | Ten Mahavidya |

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 A Look at the Origins of Tantric Symbolism with The 10 Mahavidyas In Hinduism, the Mahavidyas (IAST: Mahāvidyā, lit. Great Wisdoms) are 10 manifestations of the Divine Mother, also known as Kali or Devi. Given their Tantric nature, the Mahavidyas are typically recognized as Kali: "Devourer of Time," the most powerful manifestation of Brahman (Supreme Deity in Kalikula systems). Tara:   The Goddess Who Saves, or Who Leads and Guards. Neel Saraswati, the ultimate wisdom that leads to salvation, is what she offers. Tripura Sundari (Shodashi):   The "Tantric Parvati" or the "Moksha Mukta," the Goddess Who is "Beautiful in the Three Worlds" (the highest deity in the Srikula systems). Bhuvaneshvari:  The Cosmos is the Goddess's body, or the Goddess as Mother of the World . Bhairavi:  She is a fierce and frightening manifestation of the Goddess, and she is quite similar to Kali in nature. Chhinnamasta:  The Goddess Who Cut Off Her Own Head. Dhumav...
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Who translated Bhagavad Gita into English?

  Bhagavad Gita translations into English By: Numerous academics have translated the Bhagavad Gita, one of Hinduism's sacred texts, into English. Some major translations are included below: 1. THE BHAGAVAD GITA B. Srinivasa Murthy   translated the Bhagavad Gita into English from Sanskrit in this edition. These translations each provide a distinctive viewpoint on the everlasting wisdom found in the Bhagavad Gita. 2. The English translation of the BHAGAVAD-GITA The Bhagavad Gita is translated into English on this website with each chapter provided individually. It discusses a variety of subjects, including how to find salvation and the eternal actuality of the soul's immortality1. website 1. bhagavad-gita.org 3. The English translation of BHAGAVAD-GITA from the Gita Society Ramananda Prasad, Ph.D. , is the translator of this English translation of the Bhagavad Gita. The book offers knowledge of the Self and discusses metaphysical science. website  2. gita-society.com W...
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How many puranas are there?

  The Puranas: A Source of Historic Wisdom A significant collection of Hindu literature known as the Puranas is a wellspring of information and wisdom. They discuss a variety of subjects, such as myths, folklore, cosmogony, cosmology, and the ancestry of gods, goddesses, kings, heroes, sages, and demigods. How Many Puranas Are There? There are 36 Puranas in total, 18 Maha (big) Puranas and 18 Upa (minor) Puranas. These writings have more than 400,000 poems and were written in Sanskrit and other Indian languages. The names of the 18 major Puranas are listed below: 1. Agni Purana 2. Bhagavata Purana 3. Bhavishya Purana 4. Brahmanda Purana 5. Brahmavavarta Purana 6. Garuda Purana 7. Kurma Purana 8. Linga Purana 9. Markendya  Purana 10. Matsya Purana 11. Naradiya or Narada Purana 12. Padma Purana 13. Shiva Purana 14. Skanda Purana 15.Vamana Purana 16. Varaha Purana 17.Vayu Purana 18. Vishnu Purana The 18 minor puranas, or Upa-Puranas:   They are less well-known and regar...
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The Origins of Hinduism

The Origins of Hinduism:  Religion that has no founder     One of the oldest religions in the world, Hinduism, is remarkable in that it does not place its foundation on a single person. Instead, it is a composite of different Indian cultures and traditions, some of which have roots in ancient faiths like those of the Bronze Age Indus Valley Civilization. The Role of Rishis and the Vedas The teachings of the Vedas, those of the earliest Rishis (sages), those of a few renowned saints, and local customs and traditions all combine to make the contemporary form of Hinduism. The Saptarishis, who laid the foundations for Hinduism, were among those renowned sages. Universe's Creation by Lord Brahma Many academics think that Lord Brahma, who in Hindu scriptures is credited with creating this cosmos, is the originator of Hinduism because he established the principles that form the cornerstone of Sanatan Dharma. Sanatan Dharma is simply known as Hinduism in current times . The Supre...
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