Agni Dev Puja
Acharya Karan V – Agni or Fire is known as the primal force after the birth of the universe. In Hindu mythology, Agni Dev or the God of Fire has earned a respectful place as He is the one capable of dissipating everything into Himself. Agni is considered to be a symbol of knowledge and […]
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Adimurti – Lord Vishnu Avatar
Acharya Karan V – Lord Vishnu or Bhagwan Vishnu, as He is popularly known amongst his followers, is a God who has appeared since time immemorial in the Hindu legends and mythology. Considered to be the Supreme Form of God responsible for preserving and protecting the universe, He is one of the Hindi Divine Trinity. […]
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Akash Bhairav Siddhi
Acharya Karan V – Lord Shiva is one of the most sought-after Gods in the Hindu Trinity. In the pantheon of Indian Gods, Lord Shiva has been worshipped in many forms, one of the famous being one that of “Bhairava” considered to be a harbinger of death and destruction. Lord Bhairava is considered to be […]
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
Acharya Karan V -In Hinduism, Mount Kailash is believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva. Hindus consider it as a pilgrimage site and visit it to offer their obeisance to the Lord. The entire Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has a special significance in every pilgrim, if the icy mountains of Mount Kailash fill the pilgrims […]
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Attaining Tantrik Siddhi
Acharya Karan V – The word ‘Siddhi’ signifies attainment or success. When an individual is following certain routine or Sadhana these Siddhi are ought to come. In a way Siddhi is the evident side effect of any Sadhana. There are numerous types of Sadhanas which are performed for a specific purpose or self realization in […]
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Varanasi a city of Kaal Bhairav
Acharya Karan V – The city of Varanasi is considered to be so sacred in Hinduism that Hindus believe spending last days of life in Varanasi can bring salvation, making one’s soul free of the cycle of life and death. Varanasi, also known as Benaras or Kashi or ‘Kaal Bhairav ki Nagri’ or ‘Shiv Ki […]
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Rishikesh a land of Spiritual Attainments
Acharya Karan V – In search of spiritual attainment, awakening of the consciousness and higher knowledge, humans have always turned towards nature. It is believed that in the lap of nature lies the answers to most of the questions. Rishikesh is one such place people have visited for ages looking for spiritual experience i.e. serenity […]
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Aspects of Indian Spirituality
Acharya Karan V – Spiritual components here are defined as ‘Atma’ (Soul), ‘Parmatma’ (Param + Atma = Almighty), ‘Indriya’ (6 Senses – Vision, Hearing, Smell, Taste, Touch & Thought) & ‘Alokikta’ (Divinity) are all merged together in this complex subject. Although among common available texts and general beliefs – Puja, Dhyan, Dharma, Yantra, Tantra, Mantra, […]
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Haridwar a gateway to Lord Vishnu
Acharya Karan V – The word “Haridwar” or “Hardwar” as it is also popularly known is one of the most sacred places in Hinduism. The name reverberate Godliness and Sanctity, filling the speaker as well the listener with a sense of acute devotion. The word tends to create an imagery of Lord Vishnu or Shiva […]
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Lord Krishna’s Vrindavan
Acharya Karan V – The name “Vrindavan” or “Brindavan” echoes in the mind along with that of “Mathura” whenever one talks about Lord Krishna. Lord Krishna is fondly called “Mathura Vrindavan Ka Chora” or the young lad of Mathura Vrindavan by his devotees. The place used to be flooded with lots of forests and it […]
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Mathura a city of Lord Krishna
Acharya Karan V – Lord Krishna, fondly known as “Krishan Bhagwan” is one of the most popular figures in the pantheon of Indian Gods and incarnation of Lord Vishnu of supreme trinity. For ages, Krishna has inspired generations, struck awe in the minds of the people throughout the world and loomed large as a role […]
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Puja at Brahma Temple in Pushkar
Acharya Karan V – Lord Brahma is believed to be the one of the Hindu Trinity with Lord Vishnu and Shiva. The epithet “Jagatpita” or the “Father of the Three Worlds” is associated with Lord Brahma as He is the creator of the universe. In order to pay their obeisance, His devotees usually head to […]
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Introduction to Indian Spirituality
Acharya Karan V – Literature is a major or primary parameter of any country or civilization’s culture and overall progress including spiritual. Hereby the real meaning of the word literature shouldn’t be constrained to poetries, stories, plays and other fictional or non fictional work, but in a way it includes the intellectual progress taken as […]
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Puja at Somnath Jyotirlinga
Lord Shiva, popularly known as “Shivji” or “Bhagwan Shiv” has inspired Hindus since time immemorial. Lord Shiva is much venerated and considered to be one of the Hindu Trinity, together with Lord Brahma and Vishnu. The Somnath Mandir or Temple in Gujrat is one of the chief temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Having the first […]
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Lord Ganpati Puja at Siddhivinayak Temple
Acharya Karan V – Lord Ganesha is the first God to be worshipped and venerated before one commences any significant task like a new business or a long journey. Ganesha is believed to be the God of success and good will. He is also called “Vighanharta” or the one who annihilates hindrances. He is the […]
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Tirumala Venkateswara Temple History
Acharya Karan V – The power of faith exceeds all the other powers. Faith on the supreme power has driven people to build holy places and it is their undying and never-diminishing faith that has made the places of worships most reputed places in the world. A place that is visited every day by the […]
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Goddess Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati Assam
Acharya Karan V – Indian Gods and Goddesses are known to manifest themselves in various forms. Sometimes, they might appear as benevolent and kind – a symbol of compassion. At others, they may turn into an epitome of aggression, killing and slaughtering evils. Goddess Kamakhya is also one of those “Devi” or female Goddess believed […]
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Goddess Vaishno Devi Puja Darshan
Acharya Karan V – Vaishno Devi, “Mata Rani” or simply “Mata” is one of the most revered female Goddess in Hinduism. It will be quite rare to find a Hindu family, especially in Northern part of India, whose at least one of the family members hasn’t been to the abode of “Ma Vaishno Devi” for […]
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Lord Shiva Puja at Amarnath Cave
Acharya Karan V – Lord Shiva is one of the prominent Gods holding a revered position in Hinduism. In Rig Veda, Shiva is regarded as the one spreading nourishment and fragrance of life. Yajurveda calls Him a warrior in the garb of an ascetic who wears deer skin and holds a “Trishul”. Shiva is considered […]
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Lord Krishna Puja at Dwarkadhish Temple
Acharya Karan V – “Shri Krishna” or “Lord Krishna” as he is fondly known amongst the Hindus, is one of the most prominent, reputed and revered figures of Hindu mythology. No wonder that one can see great number of temples dedicated to Krishna not only in India but also around the world. Lot of literature […]
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