Articles related to "Hindu Mythology"

The sacred cow and monkey have been a point of curiosity amongst many in the western civilization here we explore why they are important to Hindu Myth.

A Hindu holy man outwits a god and changes the fate for the children of his mentor.

A landmark solar eclipse will take place on July 22, 2009. It is the appropriate time to look at the most celebrated solar eclipse in Hindu mythology.

Having created the universe Brahma populates it with living beings that include plants, animals, humans and the immortals.

Radha sees Krishna with the other maidens and leaves in a fit of jealousy. The lovelorn Krishna searches for her in order to make amends.

Brahma creates the Devas, Asuras, Gandharvas, Apsaras, Yakshas and others from his body. He creates a particular race from his body and then casts off that body.

It is somewhat surprising that the frog is so important to Mythology and Folklore. Being an amphibean that transforms it is a symbol for birth, death and rebirth.

In ancient Hindu mythology, the constellation Orion was the god Prajapati, who had an incestuous relationship with the dawn.

The cyclic Creation and destruction of the universe in philosophical and mythological terms as described in the Vedas and Puranas.

Rangoli, the art of floor painting is the oldest and most beautiful traditional folk-art form which has survived all influences and retained the spirit of Indian life.

The Riga Veda describes the wedding of Suryaa, or Dawn, to Soma. Verses from this hymn, and from other hymns of the Riga Veda, are chanted in Hindu weddings even now.

The early Vedic society was pagan. When Hinduism evolved into a monotheistic religion, it did not eradicate its Pagan origins but incorporated them into its wider context

Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with C to H.

Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with T to Z.

The Hindu pantheon is headed by the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. There are a range of avatars, other deities, demi-Gods, Demons and sages in the pantheon.

Ancient Alchemy used symbols of earth, fire, and water to coax higher metaphysical reality from the prima materia. Coagualtio images can appear in dreams, also at death.

Priyavrata wanted to spend his life in worship. Manu wanted him to become king. Brahma then explained the concept of Varnashram to the reluctant prince.

The Purana is recited by Souti to the sages at Naimisharanya.

The nine daughters of Kardam and Devahuti marry nine sages and according to Brahma's instructions set about to populate the earth. Their genealogy is a who's who of Hindu

Seeking spiritual guidance at every step, the Prachetas marry Marisha, sire Daksha and finally attain salvation.

Writing on Hinduism necessitates the use of non-English words that occur often need to be explained. This glossary explains words beginning with M to P.

Vastushastra is an ancient science which combines the study of directions and the five elements of nature to create a balance between man and his environment.

By starting with the purpose of life and reasoning backwards the ancient seers derived the nature of the Atma and its relationship to the mortal self.

Creation in the Bible is compared with the Hindu view. The anthropocentric focus in the Bible pulls the two views apart and overshadows the similarities.

The universe is a manifestation of God. All matter contains innate divinity and evolution is the process of realizing that divinity.

The Upanishads state that the prime objective of the human race is to become one with God. To do this we must not get caught in the web of temporary finite sensual pleasu

Hinduism has a wide range of scriptures - philosophical, prescriptive and mythological. The role of women and the Caste System are some of the contentious issues.

The pagan element in Hinduism advocated Sustainable Development by deification of nature as seen in the hymns of the Riga Veda dedicated to Surya, Indra, Agni and others.

Try these delicious Indian recipes to spice up your dessert table. These sweets are often made during Diwali, the Festival of Lights, to celebrate with loved ones.

The Upanishads represent knowledge obtained by sitting down near the feet of a guru, the focus of which is more the inner soul than the external reality.

Geet Govind is divided into 24 parts with each part having a number of songs usually portraying a single emotion. The First Part is titled "Joyful Krishna".

The names of the Riga, Sama and Yajur Veda were derived from their content. The name of the Atharva Veda is derived differently.

The Samhitas contain simple hymns; The Brahmanas involve complicated rituals whereas The Upanishads take religion beyond liturgy.

Here's a list of books that are particularly useful to fantasy and science fiction writers.

The sage Parashara is smitten by Satyavati the fisherman's daughter. Under very unusual circumstances they unite and Krishna Dwaipayana is born.

Places to see and things to do in Kerala from chilling out on tropical South Indian beaches, boat trips to Kerala's backwaters and Ayurvedic massages in Kerala's spas.

Veda Vyasa was the biological father of the brothers whose children fought against each other in the Great War. Later Vyasa dictated the epic to Ganesh.

Wat Arun (Wat Arunratchawararam Ratchaworamahavihara) on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River is one of Bangkok's most popular attractions.

An enigmatic verse from Sanskrit about these five women has baffled scholars for long and though there have been numerous interpretations none have been satisfactory.

British director Peter Brook has produced some of the most significant and influential theatre productions and theoretical works of the twentieth century.

Between the 7th and 13th centuries three Hindu philosophers provided slightly contrasting views on the nature of the individual and the Divine.

Perhaps the only Hindu festival to be celebrated in May is Agni Nakshatram. This is dedicated to Lord Murugan and is celebrated with pomp at the sacred town of Palani.

The Atma and Brahm are the same. When visualized as existing within the self it is called Atma. When visualized as external to the self it is called Brahm.

Radha sometimes imagines Krishna with other maidens and sometimes with her. But despite his infidelity, she cannot get Krishna out of her mind.

Two stories of creation of the universe from the Puranas are narrated. The Brahm manifests itself as Brahma, who then proceeds with the work of creation.

According to the Riga Veda the One Supreme God did not create the Universe by fashioning it from preexisting material, but transformed himself into the Universe.

Zircon is a beautiful and underappreciated gemstone, whose fame and popularity have been usurped by the newer fake diamond, cubic zirconia.

Hinduism is a pluralistic religion encompassing diverse views and accepting that all religions are valid paths to God.

God manifests Himself in many forms and the images of these many forms are worshipped, with the belief that these different forms are essentially the same.

The hymns of the Riga Veda demonstrate the gradual transition from polytheism to monotheism in the Vedic society