The Dakshinamurthy Stotram is a Sanskrit hymn to the Hindu god Shiva in his form as Dakshinamurthy, the supreme teacher. The stotra is attributed to Adi Shankara, The Philosopher and theologian who is considered to be one of the greatest exponents of Advaita Vedanta, a major school of Hindu philosophy. Before listening and understanding the … Read more
Ancient India refers to the Indian subcontinent from prehistoric times to the start of Medieval India The following is a brief outline of ancient India: Please note that this is just an overview, and there is much more to explore about ancient India. The borders of Ancient India varied over time, but the approximate borders … Read more
Jagadodharana is a popular Carnatic kriti composed by Purandara Dasa in the raga Kaapi. It is a devotional song in praise of Lord Krishna and is often sung during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations. The song begins with the Pallavi, which introduces the main theme of the song: Lord Krishna as the savior of the world. The … Read more
Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. Ganesh is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav. The festival is celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm across India In 2023, Ganesh Chaturthi will begin on Monday, September 18 at 12:39 … Read more