Airavata Naga, a lesser known figure in Hindu mythology, embodies the essence of serpentine power and divine attributes. Born to the revered sage Kashyapa and his wife Kadru, Airavata stands out as the leader of the Airavatas, a distinguished clan of nagas. Legend has it that Airavata Naga possessed a formidable arsenal of divine weapons, imbued with mystic potency that could sway the tides of ..read more

The fundamental teaching of the Upanishads is to discover unity behind plurality. Unity is the Reality, and identification with this unity is to be achieved. The ultimate unity is variously called: Deva, Purusha, Akshara, Atman, and Brahman. The Samhitas and Brahmanas admit plurality of gods in their prayers and ritual practices. But, at the same time, the unity of gods did not escape the ..read more

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Thursday, May 2 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Navami tithi or the ninth day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Ashtami tithi or the eighth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 12:37 AM on May 2. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Navami tithi or the ninth day during the waning ..read more

In Hinduism, the concept of self-realization, known as "Atma Jnana" or "Atma Gyan," is deeply rooted in the idea of transcending the limitations of time. Time, as perceived in the material world, is considered to be an illusion or Maya. According to Hindu philosophy, the true self (Atman) is eternal and transcendent, existing beyond the realm of time and space. To achieve self-realization ..read more

Apara Vidya is the knowledge other than the supreme knowledge of Reality. In Mundaka Upanishad, the householder Saunaka approaches the sage Angiras and asks – Adorable sir, what is it by knowing which everything else is known? Replying, Angiras talks of two kinds of knowledge – para and apara. Taking up apara first, he tells Saunaka that is consists of Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, Sama Veda and Atharva ..read more

The symbolism surrounding the Trishul, or trident, as the weapon of Goddess Durga in Hindu mythology is rich and profound. Shiva's gift of the Trishul to Goddess Durga carries deep meaning and represents various aspects of cosmic order and divine power. Firstly, the Trishul's three prongs symbolize significant trinities within Hindu philosophy. One interpretation is that they represent the three ..read more

Andhagaja Nyaya, also known as the Maxim of the Blind Men and the Elephant, is a famous concept in Hindu philosophy and is often used to illustrate the limitations of human perception and the diverse interpretations of reality. The story goes that six blind men encounter an elephant for the first time. Each of them touches a different part of the elephant's body and forms their own conclusion ..read more

A small collection of teaching from Tantraloka of Abhinavagupta.Shiva and Shakti are identical, the difference being just in name (Tantraloka, commentary I.159). Abhinavagupta accepts the universal and absolute pure consciousness as the only given reality and establishes Shakti (the primordial energy principle) as the very essential nature of such Supreme Reality. The aspect of the pure and ..read more

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Wednesday, May 1 2024 – It is Krishna Paksha Ashtami tithi or the eighth day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Saptami tithi or the seventh day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 2:33 AM on May 1. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Ashtami tithi or the eighth day during the ..read more

In Hinduism, the concept of conquering negative emotions through pure unselfish love for all living beings is deeply rooted in its teachings and philosophies. This principle is encapsulated in the spiritual practice known as "Ahimsa," which means non-violence or non-harming. Ahimsa is not just the absence of physical violence but extends to the realm of thoughts, words, and emotions. Here's an ..read more