Why Lord Shiva wears tiger skin ?
Shiva , the Digambaraaya is beyond the worldly affairs, so smears ash on His body and wanders through out the…
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Why is Shiva called Nilkanth, the one with a blue throat.
There is a story behind how Shiva got blue throat and why he is known as Nilkanth. This is a story of Samudra…
Ganga Aarti
Ganga aarti is a magnificent evening ritual in Varanasi that one must not miss. The aarti, or worshipping River…
Rare Print : Vishnu and Lakshmi on an elephant meeting Shiva, Parvati and Ganesha on a…
Vishnu and Lakshmi on an elephant meeting Shiva, Parvati and Ganesha on a bull while Brahma watches from heaven.…
What does “Upanishad” mean?
The term "Upanishad" is far more than a mere word—it's a profound philosophical doorway into the depths of…
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…