Panchmukhi Hanuman
Lord Hanuman is one of the most revered deities in Bharat. He had extra ordinary strength and intellect. He completed seemingly impossible tasks. There was one particular incident when he…
Ten avatars of Vishnu – Dashavatar
Shri Vishnu is a part of the Hindu trinity and is tasked with protecting and preserving the universe. He will take an avatar to protect dharma and reinstate righteousness every…
Story of Sita’s birth
Maa Sita was the central character of Ramayan. She was the princess of Mithila who later married Shri Ram - the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. She was the epitome…
Birth of Shri Ram
Shri Ram was the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. Born in the Treta Yuga, Shri Ram set an example for humanity to follow. He was called 'Maryada Purshottam'. He was…
What is time in Hindu dharma?
Time is at the heart of Hinduism. In Hindu dharma, time has no beginning and no end. Time is a manifestation of God. The past, present and future all exist…
When Shri Ganesh out-smarted Ravan
This interesting story of Ravan and Shri Ganesh is found in the Ganesh Puran. Ravan was an asura and also the King of Lanka. He was an ardent devotee of…
Why mushak (mouse) is vaahan of Shri Ganesh?
Shri Ganesh is the God of wisdom (buddhi) and knowledge. He has a very sharp intellect and is also 'pratham pujya' (first to be worshipped). On any auspicious occasion or…
Why Shri Ganesh is offered ‘Durva’ grass?
'Durva' are blades of grass which are used in the worship of Shri Ganesh. They are his favourite and no 'puja' of the Lord is complete without offering 'Durva'. The…
The birth of Hanuman
Lord Hanuman is one of the most popular and revered deities in Bharat. He is worshipped across the country and has a huge following. He is the God of Strength,…