In the Bhavishyapurana, there is a story that goes like this: It is the story of Satyuga. There was a war between the gods and the demons. In the war, initially, the gods were losing, but suddenly their strength increased and they won. All the defeated demons went to their king, Bali, along with their […]
The celebrated scientist Galileo Galilei, who presented the principles of gravitation, asserted that in order to understand the principles of the universe, it is imperative to comprehend the language of the cosmos. According to Galileo, the language of the universe is mathematics, and its symbols consist of geometric figures such as triangles and circles. He […]
Namaskar, In the realm of Vastu Shastra, the ancient science of architecture and design, each of the five elements carries its own weight in the creation of a harmonious abode. Among these, water stands as a pillar of immense importance, holding sway over the intricate tapestry of Vastu Shastra. Today, we shall embark on a […]
In the Vedic and Sanatana Dharma traditions of India, the month of Shravan, also known as Savan, is considered highly auspicious for rituals, worship, and religious activities. Understanding why Shravan month is regarded as so sacred is essential. Upon closer examination, we find that the month of Shravan begins fifteen days after the festival of […]
Namaskar There is a Subhashit in Subhashit Manjusha (सुभाषित मंजूषा): आहारनिद्राभयमैथुनम् च सामान्य मेतत् पशुभिर्नराणाम् । ज्ञानं हि तेषाम् अधिको विशेषो ज्ञानेन हीनाः पशुभिः समानाः ॥ – सुभाषित मंजूषा ‘Aahar’ signifies the act of consuming or storing food, ‘Nindra’ refers to rest, ‘Bhay’ signifies fear, and ‘Maithun’ refers to the act of mating(sex) or procreation. […]
In several Puranas written by Sage Ved Vyasa, there is a story about Lord Krishna and Sage Durvasa. Once, Lord Krishna and Rukmini were resting on the banks of the Yamuna River. Suddenly, a messenger arrived and informed them that Sage Durvasa had sent his greetings from the nearby shore. Lord Krishna immediately asked Rukmini […]
Namaskar, In our lives, whatever actions we perform are categorized in four ways according to the scriptures. This categorization is known as “Purushartha Chatushtaya” in the scriptures. A famous saying by Veda Vyasa is: “धर्मार्थकाममोक्षाणाम् चतुर्विधम् पुरुषार्थम् । – वेद व्यासजी , महाभारत The fourfold aims of human life are dharma (righteousness), artha (wealth), kama […]
Namaskar, In the realm of spiritual growth and personal enlightenment, Guru Purnima stands as a beacon of divine inspiration and a day of profound significance. It, also known as Vyasa Purnima, is a highly revered Hindu festival that holds immense importance for spiritual growth and inner journey. Celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) in […]
Namaskar, The Indian tradition is based on the movement of the Sun and Moon in the sky. Timekeeping relies on the Panchang, which is a lunar-solar calendar. This means it’s based on the movements of both the Sun and Moon. A lunar month lasts for 29.53 days, a lunar year or Chandravarsha lasts for 254.36 […]
Both Indian and Western countries follow the study of Astrology. Astrology is a study that mainly imparts insights into the influence of planetary movements and movements of other celestial objects upon human lives. But there’s a lot of difference between Vedic Astrology and Western Astrology. So, it is important to have knowledge on what are […]
