Uncategorized Vahanas – The Rides of Hindu Deities Disha Devadiga, July 1, 2022July 1, 2022Hindu Gods and Goddesses travel in a specific animal or bird. Vahanas, or Vehicles, are the names given to these modes of transportation. They serve the same purpose as modern-day vehicles that may travel by air, land, or sea. These divine vehicles are either animals or birds, and they represent the many spiritual and psychological forces that each deity carries. Vahanas are used by the gods in both warfare and travel. Continue Reading
Special Spiritual Activities Varalakshmi Vratam Disha Devadiga, February 8, 2022February 8, 2022Varalakshmi Vratam, also known as Vara Mahalakshmi Vrata, is a festival dedicated to the Goddess… Continue Reading
Vishesh Temples Srikalahasteeswara temple – The Kashi of South Disha Devadiga, January 31, 2022January 31, 2022Srikalahasteeswara Temple (also known as Srikalahasti Temple) is one of South India’s most well-known Shiva… Continue Reading
Uncategorized Why Does Bhagawan Vishnu Likes Shankh? Positive Energies of Blowing Shankh & Shankh Puja Disha Devadiga, January 26, 2022January 26, 2022Why do we blow shankh before starting puja? Shankh or shankam in Sanskrit means “a… Continue Reading
Sanatan Secrets What is Uttarayana? Disha Devadiga, January 14, 2022January 14, 2022Uttarayana marks the daytime of the Devas. The 6 months of Uttarayana, beginning on Makara… Continue Reading
Sanatan Secrets Tale Behind The Four Faces of Brahma The Creator Disha Devadiga, December 29, 2021January 4, 2022Lord Brahma is responsible for the creation of mankind as a whole. Lord Brahma’s four… Continue Reading
Everyday Spiritual Activities SRI LALITHA SAHASRANAMAM-A DIVINE CHANT Disha Devadiga, December 29, 2021December 29, 2021What is Lalitha Sahasranamam? Lalitha is the Self’s exuberant, vibrant, and enthralling expression. A free… Continue Reading
Hindu Rituals Narmada Parikrama: The Great Circumambulation Disha Devadiga, December 29, 2021December 29, 2021Parikrama is a Sanskrit term derived from the base words “Pari” which means “around” and… Continue Reading
Uncategorized Why do people throw coins in the holy river? Disha Devadiga, December 18, 2021December 18, 2021Rivers and water sources are equated to Gods and Goddesses in Hinduism. As a result,… Continue Reading
Temple Purana Jharni Narasimha Temple: A Cave Temple Filled With Water Disha Devadiga, December 9, 2021December 9, 2021LOCATION: The temple is located in a cave in the Bidar district of Jharni in… Continue Reading
Everyday Spiritual Activities SIGNIFICANCE OF COCONUT IN HINDUISM-A MUST RITUAL FOR EVERY NEW BEGINNING Disha Devadiga, December 7, 2021December 7, 2021In Sanskrit, the coconut is known as Sriphala, or “God’s Fruit.” The coconut is the… Continue Reading
Hindu Rituals Tilak / Pottu: Why do we wear it? Disha Devadiga, December 1, 2021December 1, 2021A tilak is a sacred symbol of the universe in its natural form worn by… Continue Reading