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Aditya Hridayam: Benefits of Daily Recitation People during the Vedic times were not viewing Sun merely as a planet that rises in the morning and sets by night. They recognized Him as the Supreme Being supporting life on earth and a provider of energy and food. More importantly, He inspires people to have righteous thoughts Read More
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Sri Venkateswara Suprabhatam: Full Lyrics, Meaning & Benefits
Sri Venkateswara Suprabhatam: Wake Up to Divine Blessings Sri Venkateswara or Balaji is the Saviour of Kaliyuga. The devotees have immense belief in Lord Venkateswara. God, in return, showers boons on His devotees, as they desire. The devotees Praise the Lord’s excellence, His pranks, and other interesting stories in various ways. This article ‘A Commentary Read More
Mandukya Upanishad: A Deep Dive into Vedic Philosophy (12 Verses)
Mandukya Upanishad: Exploring the Essence of AUM & Consciousness The Upanishad has been revealed to a great sage teacher Manduka. The Upanishad belongs to the Atharva Veda. It contains just twelve verses. Yet it occupies a very important position in Vedantic literature because it underlines the essence of the entire Advaita Vedanta. One of the Read More
Prashna Upanishad: A Complete Guide to the 6 Philosophical Questions
Prashna Upanishad: The Six Questions and Their Answers Prashna Upanishad comes from the Brahmana portion of the Atharva Veda belonging to the Pippaladasakha. It has 67 mantras spread over 6 chapters. The word “Prashna” means question. This Upanishad, like some other Upanishads, relies on the technique of questions and answers to explain many serious issues. Read More
What is the Katha Upanishad? A Comprehensive Overview
Katha Upanishad: Translations and Interpretations The Katha Upanishad is probably the most widely known of all the Upanishads. It has been translated into many languages. English, German, French and other writers have all agreed in pronouncing it as one of the most perfect expressions of the religion and philosophy of the Vedas. There is no Read More
Kena Upanishad Explained: A Guide to Ancient Wisdom
Kena Upanishad: Meaning, Summary & Complete Text Like the Isavasya, this Upanishad derives its name from the opening word of the text, Kena–ishitam, “by whom directed.” It is also known as the Talavakara Upanishad because of its place as a chapter in the Talavakara–Brahmana of the Sama–Veda. Among the Upanishads it is one of the Read More
Isavasya Upanishad Explained: Key Teachings & Significance
Isavasya Upanishad Analysis: Philosophical Insights Number of Upanishads There are 108 traditional Upanishads. Of these 10 are regarded as principal Upanishads. (1) Isavasya (2) Kena (3) Katha (4) Prashana (5) Mundaka (6) Mandukya (7) Taittiriya (8) Aitereya (9) Chandogya (10) Brhadaranyaka. The Isavasya Upanishad is the only one which occurs in the Samhita portion of Read More
Upanishads: Ancient Vedic Philosophy & Spiritual Wisdom
Principal Upanishads The Upanishads are part of a very long tradition of knowledge, which has been developing over many thousands of years. This tradition is not just a dead relic from the past. It is very much alive today. It is a living tradition that has been passed down in an unbroken line from teacher Read More
Lord Vishnu Temples in India: 21 Sacred Destinations
21 Famous Lord Vishnu temples in India Forming the Trimurti of the universe along with Brahma and Shiva, Vishnu ji has been worshipped ever since the ancient ages. Over time the value of the lord has increased which has been made evident through towering, majestic and opulent temples dedicated to him. Responsible for the protection Read More
Ananthalwar (Ananthacharyulu) – Tirumala’s Beloved Gardener
Ananthacharyulu / Ananthalwar – Gardener of Tirumala Bhagawad Ramanuja (1017-1137A.D) the founder of Vishista Advaitha was once giving a discourse on Saranagathi, Prapathi (seeking refuge) to his disciples. He was explaining different ways of worshipping the God. During his discourse, he mentioned the significance of three holy places namely Sri Rangam, Kanchi and Venkatachalam. These Read More
