When Divinity Roars In the vast tapestry of Hindu mythology, few stories are as intense and emotionally charged as the tale of Narasimha. This half-man, half-lion incarnation of Lord Vishnu is not just a symbol of divine wrath; it is a testament to: The power of faith The limits of tyranny The unpredictable nature of … Read more
A Cosmic Crisis Unfolds In Hindu mythology, the story of Samudra Manthan, the churning of the ocean, is one of the most profound and symbolic tales. It’s not just a myth about gods and demons; it’s a metaphor for life, balance, and the pursuit of immortality. The tale begins with a crisis. The gods had … Read more
Animals in World Mythologies: Sacred Symbols From the earliest stories told around fires to the great epics written in scriptures, animals have been more than just companions in human life. They have been teachers, guardians, and symbols of divine forces. Across cultures and civilizations, animals in world mythologies hold a central place, representing everything from … Read more
The Beginning of the Avatar Tradition In Hindu mythology, the concept of avatars, divine descents of Lord Vishnu to restore balance, forms one of the richest threads of storytelling. Among the ten principal avatars, the Matsya Avatar is recognized as the very first, setting the stage for all the others that would follow. The word … Read more
Prabodhini Ekadashi 2025: Details The Dev Uthani Ekadashi Tithi begins on 1 November 2025 at 09:11 AM It ends on 2 November at approx. 03:23 PM for Parana (the time to break fast). Another listing also shows that Prabodhini Ekadashi tithi in Shukla Paksha of Kartika is from Nov 01, approx. 12:42 pm to Nov … Read more
Lessons from Indian mythology are frequently presented as a patchwork of spectacular wars, vibrant gods, and ornate temples; yet, beneath the surface, there is a sensible reflection on life’s challenges. These stories have endured through the ages not only because they are dramatic, but also because they address common human themes such as how to … Read more
Nestled in the lush Seshachalam hills of Andhra Pradesh, Tirumala stands as one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in India. Home to the world-famous Sri Venkateswara Temple, this divine hill town is revered as the abode of Lord Vishnu’s incarnation, Lord Venkateswara, also known as Balaji or Srinivasa. Every year, millions of devotees from … Read more
कृष्ण की 10 प्रसिद्ध लीलाएं जो आज भी प्रेरणा देती हैं – परिचय जनमाष्टमी, अर्थात् कृष्ण जन्माष्टमी 2025, केवल भगवान कृष्ण के जन्म दिवस का उत्सव नहीं है – यह उस दिव्यता का जश्न है जो हर युग में भक्तों के दिलों को स्पर्श करती है। जब भक्त यह जानते हैं कि “कृष्ण की 10 … Read more
