Meaning of Shiva When we say “Shiva,” there are two fundamental aspects that we are referring to. The word “Shiva” means literally, “that which is not.” Shiva is Nothingness Today, modern science is proving to us that everything comes from nothing and goes back to nothing. The basis of existence and the fundamental quality of […]
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Lord Shiva is one of the three major deities of Hinduism and the most important manifestation of the Brahman. The two other deities are Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. Together they form Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Shiva lives in Kailash with his wife Goddess Parvati and their two sons – Ganapati and Karthikeya. His vehicle […]
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In Hindu scriptures, Lord Shiva is popularly also known as Natarajan which translates to the ‘Dancing God’. This form of Lord Shiva is known for the divine art performed by him along with his divine consort, Goddes Parvati Devi. This dance, according to the Hindu scriptures, performed by Lord Shiva, is known as Tandava. Lord […]
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Bhagavad Gita means “Song of the Spirit,” the divine communion of truth-realization between man and his Creator, the teachings of Spirit through the soul, that should be sung unceasingly. The underlying essential truths of all great world scriptures can find common amity in the infinite wisdom of the Gita’s mere 700 concise verses. The entire […]
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Introduction The Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, an ancient and revered chant from Hindu scriptures, holds profound spiritual significance. Chanting this powerful mantra 108 times is considered a sacred practice that has been passed down through generations. This article explores the spiritual significance and benefits of chanting the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 108 times and how it can positively impact […]
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Throughout time, fire has been venerated as a symbol of spirit. The first sloka in the Rig Veda is to Agni, to fire: “Agni mide purohitam yagnasya devam ritvijam; hotaram ratna dhatamam” “I offer my humble prayer to Agni, who is the Absolute Divine, the awakener of the inner energy and the giver of prosperity.” […]
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Vayu is the Hindu deity of wind. He was the father of the great Pandava Bheema. Bheema’s mother Kunti, who had the boon of having children with any god she pleased with, once prayed to Lord Vayu for a son. Lord Vayu granted her wish and she gave birth to a boy who was immensely […]
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Niti shastra is a great work of Chanakya. Chanakya was a man of letters and man of principles. His life revolved around following ideals to lead an ideal life. According to him, lofty ideals could become a certain reality if one intelligently works towards achieving his/her goals in a determined, progressive and practical manner. Niti […]
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What is Dhyana? The Sanskrit word dhyana, derived from the verbal root dhyai (“to contemplate, meditate, think”), is the most common designation both for the meditative state of consciousness and the yogic techniques by which it is induced. The Vedanta tradition also employs the terms nididhyasana, which stems from the same verbal root, upasana (literally […]
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“Spirituality is the praxis and process of personal transformation, either in accordance with traditional religious ideals, or, increasingly, oriented on subjective experience and psychological growth independently of any specific religious context. In a more general sense, it may refer to almost any kind of meaningful activity or blissful experience.” […]
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KALAGNI RUDRA Translated and composed by VDN Rao This Krishna Yajurveda sambhadha Brahma Jnaana Saadhana bhuta bhasma dhaarana vishesha vidhi be described. This laghupanishad is of Sanat Kumaara and Kaalaagni Rudra madhya prashnottara varnana- tripundra dhaarana vidhi jigjnaasa-Shambhava vrata naamaka tripundra vidhi pratipaadana and the Shiva Rupa jnaana. […]
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