What does “Upanishad” mean?
The word Upanishad (Upaniṣad ) is derived from the Sanskrit verb "sad", preceded by the preverbs upa- and ni-.…
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Elephanta Rock Temple – The Trimurti Sculpture of Shiva
Photograph of the Trimurti sculpture of Shiva in the cave temple of Elephanta, in Maharashtra, taken by D.H. Sykes…
What is True Daan / Donation?
Donations reduce attachment to sensual pleasure. The detachment begins by donations and forgiveness. However, if…
Quotes by Famous Personalities of the World in Praise of The Bhagavad Gita
For thousands of years, the Bhagavad Gita has inspired millions of readers. Here’s what some of the greats have to…
Rama breaks Shiva’s bow in order to win the hand of Sita Chromolithograph by R.…
Rama breaks Shiva's bow in order to win the hand of Sita in front of the selection panel.
Chromolithograph by R.…
Shiva’s Damaru
Shiva is often described as cosmic dancer and a great musician. Shiva's Tandavam is the cosmic dance and his Damaru…
The Story of Dhruva : The Pole Star
Dhruva was son of King Uttanapada and Suneeti. The king had another wife, Suruchi and a son Uttama in her. The King…
Self Realization
Being purified by his intelligence and controlling the mind with determination, giving up the objects of sense…
You only have the right to perform your duty
You only have the right
to perform your duty,
but you are not entitled
to the fruits of your action.
Never…