Adi Shankaracharya: History and Contribution
Adi Shankaracharya (8 cent. CE) was a Hindu mystic. He propagated the doctrine of Advaita Vedanta. In this post, you will learn about the history and contribution related to Adi Shankaracharya.
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Four Varna System in Hinduism
This post shares with you the Four Varna System in Hinduism. In fact, Varna System was the system prevalent in ancient India in the Vedic Period (c. 1500 – 1000 BCE). It included the following four principal categories as follows:
Navnath: Nine Saints Name and History
“Navnath” means nine great saints who spread Navnath Sampradaya that was initiated by Lord Dattatreya. Here, we share the Name and History of Navnath saints.
Saptarishi Names and Story
The Saptarishi (Seven Sages) are known as the seven rishis in ancient India, vividly mentioned in the Vedas and other Hindu literature like Brahmanas and Upanishads. In this post, we share with you Saptarishi’s Names and Story.
What is Moksha in Hinduism and How to Achieve Moksha?
Moksha is a term used in Hinduism which refers to liberation, enlightenment, and release. It is a state where one gets complete freedom from Samsara, from the cycle of death and rebirth. It also refers to a state where one gets liberation from ignorance.
Mahishasura the Buffalo Head Demon Killed by Maa Durga
Mahishasura is regarded as a mighty buffalo demon in Hinduism. He is often called the “shape-shifting” demon that was ultimately killed by Goddess Durga. This post highlights the story of Durga and Mahishasura.
Story of Surpanakha: Sister of Ravana
This post brings you the story of Surpanakha, the dreadful demoness of Lanka and Ravana’s sister. Surpanakha played a key role in the epic Ramayana. She is one of the most vital characters in the Valmiki Ramayana.
Swami Vivekananda Biography and Quotes
This post features Swami Vivekananda Biography and Quotes. Swami Vivekananda, born on 12 January 1863 as Narendranath Datta, an Indian Hindu monk. Swami Vivekananda is mainly known for his teachings of the Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western World.
What is Lal Kitab Astrology All About?
This post is centered on Lal Kitab Astrology. Lal Kitab, which means “A Red Book,” is a set of five books on Hindu astrology and palmistry. It contains all knowledge, principles, rules, and remedies of Astrology that is well-written for the understanding of a common man.
10 Ancient Indian Universities
Here, we share with you 10 Ancient Indian Universities. India is known to be one of the oldest civilizations in the world. In fact, India was a center for higher learning in ancient times.