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Virupaksha Temple at Hampi, Karnataka is a glorious 7th century temple of Lord Shiva (Virupaksha) by the banks of the river Tungabhadra (River Pampa / Goddess Parvati). The temple is a part of the Hampi group of monuments that are… Continue Reading
The destructive power of vibrations is well known. We have all seen the devastation caused by the vibrations of earthquakes. We have seen scenes of opera singers breaking glass due to vibrations. Neurological vibration damage due to Carpal tunnel syndrome… Continue Reading
Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra महामृत्युंजय मंत्र is the great death conquering mantra given by Lord Shiva to help overcome the fear of death. The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra creates a very powerful protective shield of divine vibrations that wards off and protects… Continue Reading
Lord Siva was engaged in continuous ‘Tapasya’in recluse and was disinterested in usual activities following the self-immolation of Devi Sati’s life after Daksha’s insults at Daksha Yagna. The Demon Tarakasura did rigorous penance and obtained a boon of invincibility except… Continue Reading
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on the occassion of the birth of Lord Ganesha, son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. According to different Puranas, there are different versions of the birth of Lord Ganesha. The most popular is the one… Continue Reading
(0) OM Siva (The auspicious) (2) Hara (The Destroyer) (3) Mrida (Giver of Happiness) (4) Rudra (Trouble Shooter, Evil Demolisher) (5) Pushkar (Provider of Good Health), (6) Pushpalochana (Lotus-Eyed) (7) Arthagamya (Target / Fulfiller of Desires) (8) Sadachar (Sustainer of… Continue Reading
Introduction North East India is one of the most diverse regions of India and the World. There are five states, two union territories, and more than 200 languages and dialects spread over. Foundation of various cults in this region was… Continue Reading
Introduction – The Five Powers of Siva By Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami Lord Siva is commonly thought of as the god of destruction, one Divinity among a divine trinity, along with Brahma, Lord of Creation, and Vishnu, Lord of Preservation. This theological… Continue Reading
Maitreya said: ‘Thus the heartily enmity that existed between the son-in-law and father-in-law, continued for a very long time. When Daksha was appointed the chief of all the progenitors of mankind by Brahmâ, the supreme teacher, he became very puffed… Continue Reading
Once upon a time, a very strong rakshasa called Andhaka performed a hard penance to please Lord Shiva. Bholenath (Lord Shiva) was pleased, and offered him a boon of his choice. Andhkarsura asked for a boon that everytime a drop… Continue Reading
