The story of the Hindu Goddess of wealth, Lakshmi.

Here is the meaning of the Vishnu mantra

Lord Vishnu’s appearance is rich in symbolism.

Today, the 8th of November, 2013, is celebrated as Soorasamharam, which is known as the day Lord Muruga defeated Soorapadman, the demon.

Tirupparankundram is the ONLY Murugan or Skanda temple, where the deity is seated….

Please note that this is just the Skanda Purana’s version about the description of Kashi. There is a possibility of other legends associated with this as well.

The Vishnu Purana has a description of the Kaliyuga that is so accurate to the current happenings of the world.

Diwali brings with it, a chance for everyone to get together with family and friends alike and celebrate joyously.

He is someone who has four heads, has a grasp on the Vedas, has a rosary, yagyopavita and a kamandalu. He is clothed in red and has a swan as his vaahanam. He is Brahma, our grandfather.

The hindu word KARMA is truly profound and encompasses several dimensions.

The meaning of the Gayatri Mantra.

The meaning of the sloka ‘Vakratunda Mahaakaaya’

The concept of Hinduism is not something that can be explained in one blog post.

Sarvam Omkāra eva: Everything is Om, indeed.

Mantras serve as an extension of consciousness.

A quick look into what a yagna is and the various types of yagna.

Commonly known as pradakshina (circumambulation) this Sanksrit word means ‘moving around a sacred object for a good cause’.

The lotus flower is one of the most sacred symbols in Hinduism.

Karnavedha, or the ear-piercing ceremony, is a Hindu tradition that is being followed since ages.