Wives of Krishna beyond Radha are also known as Astabharya or 8 Wives. Besides them, he had 16,100 minor wives who were rescued from the demon Narakasura. Rukmini, Satyabhama, Jamvanti, Kalindi, Nagarjiti, Mitravinda, Bhadra, and Lakshana are the principal wives of Lord Krishna. The Astabharya are mentioned in the book Vishnu Purana. The Astabharya or … Read more
Brahmastra weapon has been frequently mentioned in various Puranas and ithihihasas like Ramayana and Mahabharata. However, there is a myth surrounding the Brahmastra being the most powerful weapon. The fact is the opposite as the Brahmastra weapon is not the most powerful weapon in the world as per the Hindu culture. Let’s see the description … Read more
Vishwakarma is also known as Tvastr in the Vedas. Vishwa is the world and Karma is the natural order. So the direct meaning is ‘natural order of the world. In pictures, Vishwakarma is shown as a man with beards. However, there is a metaphysical meaning associated with his form and the stories presented. It is … Read more
“Whatever is you is in me, We are not different from one another”. This statement looks like the talk of two lovers. However, love is not just a thing between two lovers. Every connection in the world is about love. Be it the Sun helping Earth to revolve or Earth supporting beings with the natural … Read more
Hinduism as a civilization. The Indus Valley Civilization, one of the oldest civilizations in the world takes its name from the Sindhu River/Indus which is nothing but Hinduism. Do you know Pasupati Seal was found in the 1928–29 Archaeological Survey of India excavations of the Indus Valley Civilisation? There are many other pieces of evidence … Read more
Recently, I went to East Rathong Glacier, Sikkim for field work and met “Aachu” at the base camp. ““Aachu” being a caretaker of HMI base camp, Chowrikhang, Sikkim completely understands what Climate Change is all about. He says “Hiu paglinu ta yaha matrai kaha ho ra? Sansar vari nai cha ni” (Melting of ice is … Read more
The word ‘night’ itself is horrifying for many people. Its scariness has a psychological and physical meaning and is sometimes paranormal for some people. Psychological in sense the eyes are unable to focus on things because they need a secondary source of light for proper functioning and our subconscious mind creates such a kind of … Read more
Rani Gaidinliu was born on 26 January 1915 at a small village in Manipur called Nungkao. She was a Naga spiritual leader inclined towards Nationalism. Rani led a revolt against British rule in India. The title Rani was given by Nehru considering her role in National Movement. Her quest began after she joined a cultural … Read more
Abstract Neurotheology is an interdisciplinary field of research that aims to explore the question of how religion and god are perceived and experienced by the human brain and mind. Such an investigation has become possible due to recent scientific developments in social and cognitive neuroscience and the psychology of religions. This emerging field of research … Read more
Yoga is not only an exercise but a tool to balance the mind and body. These 21 Yoga Quotes will help you to balance your mind and body before starting the practice. Though the specific asanas can be helpful in maintaining good physical health too. There are three forms of Yoga mainly Karma Yoga, Bhakti … Read more
