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…
Ganga & Shantanu
Today we will read the heartbreaking story of Ganga and Shantanu. Their story is mentioned in the Adi Parva of Mahabharat. There was once a very powerful king called Mahabhisha…
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,…
Yayati – A story of insatiable lust
King Yayati appears in the Adi Parva section of the Mahabharat. He was the ancestor of the Yadavas and the Pandavas. He was a great scholar and also a noble…
Sabarimala – The home of Shri Ayyappa
Sabarimala is one of the most sacred spiritual sites in Southern Bharat. It is the home of Shri Ayyappa, the son of Mohini and Shiva. He is also known as…
Ayyappa, The son of Mohini and Shiva
Lord Ayyappa is one of the most revered Gods in Southern Bharat, especially Kerala. He is often depicted as a young man, riding a tiger and holding a bow and…
Mohini – The enchantress
We have thousands of Devas and Devis in the Hindu dharma. But do you know, that Vishnu once took the avatar of a devi? Today we will read about Mohini,…
Kacha and Devayani
Kacha and Devayani appear in the Adi Parva of the Mahabharat. Kacha was the son of Devguru Brihaspati and the grandson of Rishi Angiras. There was a time when there…