The Upanishads, part of the vast corpus of ancient Hindu scriptures, represent the crystallization of philosophical and spiritual ideas, forming the core of Indian spiritual thought. The Upanishads, also known…
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The Kailasa Temple, also known as Kailasanathar Temple or Ellora Cave 16, is one of the most stunning examples of rock-cut architecture worldwide. Located in the Ellora Caves, Maharashtra, India,…
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The term Aarti is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Aratrika,’ which means something that removes ‘Ratri,’ darkness. Hence, Aarti is a symbolic ritual that signifies removing darkness with the light…
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Hindutva, a term at the heart of Indian discourse for several years, carries a deep and multi-layered meaning. At its core, it represents an ideology that acknowledges and promotes the…
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The Shiva Purana, one of the eighteen Mahāpurāṇas, a genre of ancient Indian scriptures, is prominent in Hindu religious literature. Dedicating itself to Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities…
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Vaishno Devi, a popular religious pilgrimage site located in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, epitomizes the spiritual yearnings and religious ethos that are central to Hinduism. Nestled…
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One of the world’s oldest religions, Hinduism is distinguished by its profound theological and philosophical diversity. Among its numerous traditions and sects, two major ones stand out for their significance…
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The Shiva Linga, or Lingam as it is referred to in South India, and the Yoni, are powerful symbols representing the fundamental aspects of life and the universe. These symbols…
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According to Sadhguru, Shiva is described as ‘that which is not.’ He explains that everything we perceive through our senses is a form of existence, something that ‘is.’ But Shiva…
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There has been considerable controversy in India regarding gender discrimination in religious spaces, specifically in Hindu temples. This debate came to international attention primarily through the case of the Sabarimala…
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