Hindu Festivals

THE MARRIAGE OF LORD GANESHA: UNVEILING THE MYSTERIES OF RIDDHI AND SIDDHI
Lord Ganesha, one of the most beloved deities in Hinduism, holds a special place in the hearts of devotees, especially during Ganesh Chaturthi. While Ganesha is often depicted as a celibate deity i...
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THE SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF LORD KRISHNA: EXPLORING THE DIVINE LINEAGE
Shri Krishna, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism, is worshipped with immense love and devotion under many names, including Mohan, Govinda, Devkinandan, Madhusudan, and Jagannatha. As the ...
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THE DIVINE DEPARTURE: WHAT HAPPENED TO KRISHNA'S BODY AFTER HIS DEATH?
The world stood still on that fateful day, bathed in the golden light of the setting sun. The forest trees reflected the brilliant, blazing hues, yet an unnatural silence pervaded the air. No bird ...
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THE AFTERMATH OF KURUKSHETRA: GANDHARI'S CURSE AND KRISHNA'S FINAL DAYS
After the Great War that nearly annihilated humankind, Kurukshetra lay silent. The battle had ended, but the war-torn field was strewn with the bodies of royals and commoners alike. The Pandavas, t...
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THE SIX TYPES OF LORD KRISHNA'S INCARNATIONS: UNDERSTANDING THE DIVINE MANIFESTATIONS
Lord Sri Krishna, the Svayam-Rupa Personality of Godhead, has manifested in various forms to protect and guide the universe. These forms, or incarnations, are broadly categorized into six types: Pu...
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RAKSHA BANDHAN'S PROTECTIVE POWER IN PURANIC LEGENDS AND HISTORIC TALES
Raksha Bandhan, the ancient Hindu festival celebrating the sacred bond between siblings, is steeped in stories that illustrate its profound spiritual and protective significance. This festival, tra...
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7 SNAKE DEITIES REVERED IN INDIA
In Hindu mythology, serpents or "Nagas" are much more than mere creatures; they embody potent symbols of power, protection, and fertility. Two of the three primary creators of the universe—Lord Shi...
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6 DIFFERENT WAYS JANMASHTAMI IS CELEBRATED ACROSS INDIA
1. Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh Vrindavan, the city where Lord Krishna spent much of his childhood, celebrates Janmashtami with unparalleled enthusiasm. Renowned temples such as the ISKCON Temple, Rang...
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MUST-VISIT SHIVA PARVATI TEMPLES DURING SAWAN
1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and a highly revered temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. A pilgrimage to this temple...
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EXPLORING THE DIVINE FORMS OF SHIVA
HAPPY SAWAN SHIVRATRI! As we celebrate Sawan Shivratri, it's the perfect time to delve into the multifaceted nature of Shiva, the embodiment of the supreme yogi. From the gentle Bholenath to the f...
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