Hindu Mythology
Explore the depths of Hindu mythology, philosophy, spirituality, and culture with our collection of articles. From ancient scriptures to modern practices, delve into the rich traditions, festivals, and teachings that define Hinduism. Whether you're seeking to understand the significance of rituals, the stories of deities, or the principles of yoga and meditation, our articles offer insightful analyses and reflections to enlighten your journey.
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Goddess Traditions and the Cosmology of the Amazon
Lately, I’ve been living in a kind of luminous overlap. On one side, I’ve been studying the Goddess traditions—through Josh’s work at The Emerald—where animism isn’t a concept, it’s a way of walking. Respect for land. Respect for ritual. Respect…
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Goddess Durga Maa – Unleashing the Warrior Goddess
Goddess Durga Maa, a central figure in Hindu mythology, embodies the protective mother aspect of the divine feminine power, Shakti. Known for defeating the demon Mahisa, she is revered for her warrior qualities. Apart from her battle prowess, she symbolizes…
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Using 7 Chakras for Balance in Life: Hindu & Egyptian Wisdom
The term chakra, from Sanskrit, translates to "wheel" or "disk" and signifies spinning energy centers within our bodies. They are believed to be the nexus points where numerous nāḍīs (channels or meridians) intersect. In a nutshell, they're akin to spiritual…
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Meaning of Theosophy: The Secret Doctrine Introduction Series
Theosophy seeks to explore the underlying unity of the universe, combining elements of Eastern and Western religions, philosophy, science, and mysticism to uncover the deeper spiritual truths behind the material world
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Lord Shiva Deity – The Destroyer & Regenerator
I just returned from the Bhakti Fest in Joshua Tree, California. Bhakti Fest celebrates the devotional paths of yoga, Kirtan (sacred music), and meditation. Most of my devotion to the Vedanta lineage has focused on the Goddesses—Bhakti 2023 opened me…
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Hindu Elephant God Deity Ganesha – Lord of Ganas & Guide to Higher Self
Ganesha is concerned with the path toward our higher self and can guide us through the forest of our inner demons while forging a new course or diverting us toward an alternative route. Ganesha is known to remove obstacles but…
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Jai Hanuman: Exploring Hanuman’s Strength, Devotion & Origin
In most tales, Jai Hanuman is the child of the wind god, Vayu, and the queen of the Vanaras, Anjani. Anjani is a devotee of Shiva, and through her prayer, she gains his blessing. Anjani asks Shiva to give her…
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Ganesha I
Ganesha: The remover of obstacles. May last painting of 2022 (acrylic and gouache on wood). As I close out 2022, I am deeply grateful for all the obstacles removed from my path. The shield around my heart has slowly melted…
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The Devine Feminine – Ma
Ma. The divine feminine, the matrix, God’s mistress, the cosmic lover, matter. Shakti, energy, potential, the coiled serpent, the supreme circuit. She lives in Saraswati’s songs,She powers the wings of Isis, She is the healing roar inside Sekhmet’s lungs, She…
