Indrasmriti
... The chief wise god who as soon as born surpassed the gods in power: protected them: before whose vehemence the two worlds trembled by reason of the greatness of his valour: he, O men, is Indra. an idea of supreme protector Who made firm the quacking earth, Who set at rest the agitated mountains Who ...
... The chief wise god who as soon as born surpassed the gods in power: protected them: before whose vehemence the two worlds trembled by reason of the greatness of his valour: he, O men, is Indra. an idea of supreme protector Who made firm the quacking earth, Who set at rest the agitated mountains Who ...
Sacred Symbols - Himalayan Academy
... of energy. Each accoutrement of the dozens of Deities in the Hindu pantheon conveys a cosmic function or force. Today this ancient magic is with us everywhere, from the temple priest’s invocation to the Indian housewife’s drawing of multi-colored designs, called kolams or rangoli, on the ground as a ...
... of energy. Each accoutrement of the dozens of Deities in the Hindu pantheon conveys a cosmic function or force. Today this ancient magic is with us everywhere, from the temple priest’s invocation to the Indian housewife’s drawing of multi-colored designs, called kolams or rangoli, on the ground as a ...
Sacred Symbols - Hinduism Today
... is with us everywhere, from the temple priest’s invocation to the Indian housewife’s drawing of multi-colored designs, called kolams or rangoli, on the ground as auspicious auguries, household blessings and greetings. ...
... is with us everywhere, from the temple priest’s invocation to the Indian housewife’s drawing of multi-colored designs, called kolams or rangoli, on the ground as auspicious auguries, household blessings and greetings. ...
Ganesha - Hinduism Today
... from her limbs. The boy stood at the threshold, guarding the privacy of his mother. Lord Siva sought entrance to His wife's quarters, but was barred by the boy. Annoyed, Lord Siva beheaded the youthful guard. Parvati was in anguish over the loss of her son. So God Siva restored him to life - with th ...
... from her limbs. The boy stood at the threshold, guarding the privacy of his mother. Lord Siva sought entrance to His wife's quarters, but was barred by the boy. Annoyed, Lord Siva beheaded the youthful guard. Parvati was in anguish over the loss of her son. So God Siva restored him to life - with th ...
מוקהלינגה ﻣوﺧﺎﻟﯾﻧﺟﺎ - www.BahaiStudies.net
... Society. The Siam Society. Retrieved 2 July 2014. for its antithesis, amrita, the elixir of life. The hands indicates that Shiva will lead his devotees to moksha, emancipation.[8][3] ...
... Society. The Siam Society. Retrieved 2 July 2014. for its antithesis, amrita, the elixir of life. The hands indicates that Shiva will lead his devotees to moksha, emancipation.[8][3] ...
Shiva - the Ascetic God
... with a lower base supporting the whole structure. The three parts are believed to represent the Hindu Trinity, with the lower base symbolizing Brahma, the circular or octagonal base representing Vishnu and the upper protruding part representing Shiva which suggests that Shiva also encompasses the th ...
... with a lower base supporting the whole structure. The three parts are believed to represent the Hindu Trinity, with the lower base symbolizing Brahma, the circular or octagonal base representing Vishnu and the upper protruding part representing Shiva which suggests that Shiva also encompasses the th ...
Mahashivaratri - London Sri Murugan Temple
... food and break their fast only the next morning, after the nightlong worship. Ritual baths of Shivalinga in the numerous Shiva temples by Shiva worshipper, mainly women, is another significant feature of Shivratri customs and traditions. Devotees strongly believe that ritual worship of Lord Shiva on ...
... food and break their fast only the next morning, after the nightlong worship. Ritual baths of Shivalinga in the numerous Shiva temples by Shiva worshipper, mainly women, is another significant feature of Shivratri customs and traditions. Devotees strongly believe that ritual worship of Lord Shiva on ...
The Philosophy and Significance of Idol Worship
... There is not a speck of space where He is not. Why do you then say that He is not in the idols? There are others who would glibly say, “Oh, God is all-pervading formless being. How can He be confined to this idol?” Are these people ever conscious of His omnipresence? Do they always see Him and Him a ...
... There is not a speck of space where He is not. Why do you then say that He is not in the idols? There are others who would glibly say, “Oh, God is all-pervading formless being. How can He be confined to this idol?” Are these people ever conscious of His omnipresence? Do they always see Him and Him a ...
padayatra - Dr. AV Srinivasan
... Nature--water, fire, earth, wind, trees, flowers, mountain, the seasons, food crops--form an important aspect of Vedic ritual and prayer. The invocation of sacred rivers, fire-making, and references to the year, month, day, season, position of the sun and phase of the moon are all integrated into sp ...
... Nature--water, fire, earth, wind, trees, flowers, mountain, the seasons, food crops--form an important aspect of Vedic ritual and prayer. The invocation of sacred rivers, fire-making, and references to the year, month, day, season, position of the sun and phase of the moon are all integrated into sp ...
Hindu Rituals and Routines...Why do we follow them?
... Indians greet each other with namaste. The two palms are placed together in front of the chest and the head bows whilst saying the word namaste. This greeting is for all - people younger than us, of our own age, those older than friends, even strangers and us. There are five forms of formal traditio ...
... Indians greet each other with namaste. The two palms are placed together in front of the chest and the head bows whilst saying the word namaste. This greeting is for all - people younger than us, of our own age, those older than friends, even strangers and us. There are five forms of formal traditio ...
Newsletter Archives
... worshipped by everyone before beginning any activity. This is how he came to be worshipped as the Harbinger of Good, as the remover of all obstacles. Parvati as Indrajit's step-mother Here is a little-known story about Parvati. Legend has it that Parvati had a sakhi (friend) called Sulakshana, who s ...
... worshipped by everyone before beginning any activity. This is how he came to be worshipped as the Harbinger of Good, as the remover of all obstacles. Parvati as Indrajit's step-mother Here is a little-known story about Parvati. Legend has it that Parvati had a sakhi (friend) called Sulakshana, who s ...
significance of shivaratri and holi
... By worshipping a bull, the Hindu invokes the spirit of dedication to higher values and service to fellow human beings. In a predominantly agricultural country, the bull plays a very important role in the lives of farmers. It toils the whole day in the hot sun, in weather conditions as diverse as Ass ...
... By worshipping a bull, the Hindu invokes the spirit of dedication to higher values and service to fellow human beings. In a predominantly agricultural country, the bull plays a very important role in the lives of farmers. It toils the whole day in the hot sun, in weather conditions as diverse as Ass ...
Temples of the Gowda Saraswat Brahmin (GSB)
... Advaita differs fundamentally from Dwaita in almost all respects. But when it comes to God, it also says that there is only one superpower up there referred to as ‘Brahman’. All the other forms of God are just sort of illusions because of the power of Maya of Brahman. ...
... Advaita differs fundamentally from Dwaita in almost all respects. But when it comes to God, it also says that there is only one superpower up there referred to as ‘Brahman’. All the other forms of God are just sort of illusions because of the power of Maya of Brahman. ...
Philosophy of Idol Worship - The Hindu Temple of Florida
... idol. The divinity of the all-pervading God is vibrant in every atom of creation. There is not a speck of space where He is not. Why do you then say that He is not in the idols? There are many who would glibly say: “Oh, God is an all-pervading formless Being. How can He be confined to this idol!” Ar ...
... idol. The divinity of the all-pervading God is vibrant in every atom of creation. There is not a speck of space where He is not. Why do you then say that He is not in the idols? There are many who would glibly say: “Oh, God is an all-pervading formless Being. How can He be confined to this idol!” Ar ...
Agastya - Maruthuvar Samugam
... powers. Sage Agathiyar is considered the guru of all Siddhars, and the Siddha medicine system is believed to have been handed over to him by Lord Muruga, son of the Hindu God Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi. Siddhars are the followers of Lord Shiva. Agathiyar is the first Siddhar. His disciples and ...
... powers. Sage Agathiyar is considered the guru of all Siddhars, and the Siddha medicine system is believed to have been handed over to him by Lord Muruga, son of the Hindu God Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi. Siddhars are the followers of Lord Shiva. Agathiyar is the first Siddhar. His disciples and ...
Thai Poosam Kavady 24th January 2016
... Shakta Energy as male and Shakti Energy as female (generally as his spouse). This is because in these temples, they have Lord Muruga with two consorts. So, there is an explanation of two concepts. God in Hinduism is generally seen everywhere a ...
... Shakta Energy as male and Shakti Energy as female (generally as his spouse). This is because in these temples, they have Lord Muruga with two consorts. So, there is an explanation of two concepts. God in Hinduism is generally seen everywhere a ...
Puja - Gazi Asha
... Puja in the temple or puja in the home? Hindus do not need to go to the Temple (Mandir). They can worship at home. However, many Hindus like to visit the Temple and can do so at any time during the day. In Britain many Hindus worship in the Temple on a Sunday morning and on special festivals. “wors ...
... Puja in the temple or puja in the home? Hindus do not need to go to the Temple (Mandir). They can worship at home. However, many Hindus like to visit the Temple and can do so at any time during the day. In Britain many Hindus worship in the Temple on a Sunday morning and on special festivals. “wors ...
A Tribute to Hinduism - Symbolism in Hinduism
... favorably with the eighth-century Ellora caves, in images, style and iconography. At Candi Sukuh in central Java, a remarkable fifteenth century relief shows three figures, with a dancing Ganesha in the centre. There are paintings and stone sculptures of the deity found in China, apart from the text ...
... favorably with the eighth-century Ellora caves, in images, style and iconography. At Candi Sukuh in central Java, a remarkable fifteenth century relief shows three figures, with a dancing Ganesha in the centre. There are paintings and stone sculptures of the deity found in China, apart from the text ...
Dolf Hartsuiker - Holy Men of India
... foremost the Master of Yogis. Many sadhus wear extremely long hair (jata), again in emulation of Lord Shiva, whose long strands of hair are regarded as the 'seat' of his supernatural powers. Other deities besides Shiva are worshipped too, such as Rama or Krishna, who are both incarnations of Vishnu, ...
... foremost the Master of Yogis. Many sadhus wear extremely long hair (jata), again in emulation of Lord Shiva, whose long strands of hair are regarded as the 'seat' of his supernatural powers. Other deities besides Shiva are worshipped too, such as Rama or Krishna, who are both incarnations of Vishnu, ...
Nithya Sthotra Parayanam
... ancient religions. It preaches that every individual’s aim should be Moksha which in simple words means merger with the Ultimate truth called Brahman and reaching a state of no re birth. Savants and sages of the religion suggest several methods to attain this enviable state. Of these the simplest is ...
... ancient religions. It preaches that every individual’s aim should be Moksha which in simple words means merger with the Ultimate truth called Brahman and reaching a state of no re birth. Savants and sages of the religion suggest several methods to attain this enviable state. Of these the simplest is ...
Hinduism - Hindu Temple of Greater Cincinnati
... who brings divine light into man's clouded mind. Or take the word 'Agni' which means fire. In the Vedic sense, it means not only fire-the devourer and the purifierbut also energy, will and the force that drives one on towards truth. The Vedas are a corpus of ancient Indo-Aryan religious literature a ...
... who brings divine light into man's clouded mind. Or take the word 'Agni' which means fire. In the Vedic sense, it means not only fire-the devourer and the purifierbut also energy, will and the force that drives one on towards truth. The Vedas are a corpus of ancient Indo-Aryan religious literature a ...
Hinduism Notes
... ○ Normally dedicated to one god ○ believe deity stays at temple waiting for devotees ○ believe if temple isn't taken care of the god will leave ■ why the priests’ live in the temples(They take care of the gods’ needs) ○ take off shoes before entering temple to pay respect to deity ...
... ○ Normally dedicated to one god ○ believe deity stays at temple waiting for devotees ○ believe if temple isn't taken care of the god will leave ■ why the priests’ live in the temples(They take care of the gods’ needs) ○ take off shoes before entering temple to pay respect to deity ...
Kartikeya
Kartikeya (Sanskrit Kārtikēya ""son of Kṛttikā"" Tamil: Kārttikēyaṉ) (/ˌkɑrtɪˈkeɪjə/), also known as Skanda, Kumaran, Kumara Swami and Subramaniyan is the Hindu god of war. He is the Commander-in-Chief of the army of the devas and the son of Shiva and Parvati.Murugan (Tamil Murukaṉ) is often referred to as Tamiḻ kaṭavuḷ (""god of the Tamils"") and is worshiped primarily in areas with Tamil influences, especially South India, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Réunion. His six most important shrines in India are the Six Abodes of Murugan, temples located in Tamil Nadu.In Bengal, Odisha and Maharashtra, he is popularly known as Kartikeya.