http://www.boloji.com Boloji is the world's biggest Articles Database. en-us Sat, 09 May 2026 12:49:46 -0500 Sat, 09 May 2026 12:49:46 -0500 http://www.boloji.com/feed/hinduism-rss.xml Boloji rk@boloji.net (Boloji) ideas@ekant.com (Ekant Solutions)https://www.boloji.com/articles/55308/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxivThe sixteen Vedic Samskaras in the foregoing sections are pious rites of passage marking key life milestones from pre-conception to demise, purportedly designed to purify the body, mind and soul, while preparing the individual for their worldly and spiritual responsibilities. In essence, the Hindu Samskaras provide an earnest framework for a life lived with purpose.Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/55308/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxivhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55237/markandeya-puranaNarada mode of choice surprised celestial women. He asks the fairy women to disturb the tapa of sage Durvasa ...each nymph speaks of individual virtues and beauty, and creates a delicate situation...Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55237/markandeya-puranahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55225/lord-indra-accepts-a-rosary-from-sage-durvasaAges back, sage Durvasa born in the image of lord Shiva wandered around the earth with a specific objective. While moving on earth, Vyasa saw a divine rosary of eternally blossoming flowers in the hands of a beautiful vidyadhara. The divine rosary emitted sweet and enchanting fragrance, and appeared quite suitable for the delight and pleasure of the people of the forest. A Brahmin of crazy attitude and little sagacity requested the beautiful girl of vidyadhara to give the celestial rosary to him. She did not resist, paid respects to the Brahmin and handed over the beautiful rosary to him.Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55225/lord-indra-accepts-a-rosary-from-sage-durvasahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55215/satyavrata--a-devoted-manO Brahmins, Satyavrata was now a devoted man. Not very virtuous past appeared to haunt the prince and it resulted in a makeover in the frame of mind of Satyavrata. A journey toward integrity and nobility had begun. However, there was still time for complete change in nature. He was resolute and wanted to stick to the pledge he had taken, and therefore, out of compassion, he had began to look after devotedly the holy spouse of sage Viswamitra, who had gone to undertake severe penance. It was his vow and he stuck to it.Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55215/satyavrata--a-devoted-manhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55207/dynasty-of-vaivasvata-manu-and-the-birth-of-divine-woman-elaAfter a brief but understandable reference to Manvantara, it would be appropriate to speak of the dynasty of Vaivasvata Manu. Sage Suta said, 'Vaivasvata Manu had nine sons –Ikaswaku, Nabhaga, Dhrist, Sharyati, Narisyanta, Pranshu, Arista, Karush and Prisandhra, who were equal in heroism and courage to Vaivasvata Manu, the illustrious father.Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55207/dynasty-of-vaivasvata-manu-and-the-birth-of-divine-woman-elahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55189/dilip-and-monk-devalTo nurse desire for a son is an ancient longing a man harbours, and for getting a son, he makes earnest efforts and genuinely tries to propitiate gods and goddesses. In the course of a long dialogue, monk Deval revealed to a vaishya the reasons as to why the lord did not bless him with a son.Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55189/dilip-and-monk-devalhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55173/portrayal-of-manvantaras-vaivasvata-manuLearned Brahmins were extremely enchanted and sanctified to hear the legendary tale of king Prithu. They were satisfied but wanted to know about different Manvantaras.Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55173/portrayal-of-manvantaras-vaivasvata-manuhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55158/death-of-andhakasuraOne truth a man must keep in mind that howsoever powerful a sinner may be he meets his death. For elimination of violence, sins, atrocities and untruth, the Supreme Person takes birth, lives like an ordinary person, and then, assuming extra-terrestrial powers destroys the enemy. There are also instances that the great lord himself appears, demonstrates his presence, and ultimately after elucidating certain prominent features of the world and the other worlds of heavens, makes it clear that persons with sattvic gunas survive and attain eternity. Others just go to hell and suffer for ages in different yonis until their souls and bodies stand purified through the weal of tapa, penance and karmas where karmas prove effective and fruitful. This is quite relevant in contemporary life where if karmas have sattvic gunas and proclivities, a man is sure to impact existence.Sat, 27 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55158/death-of-andhakasurahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55151/ritambhara-and-satyavanaIf a man prays before lord Vishnu, serves cow well and looks after with a clean heart, he gets blessings - Ritambhara and Satyavana - Acts based on dharma fulfill desires. Cow symbolizes many gods, for each limb of cow is a house of gods and goddesses. To alleviate sufferings of cow is a virtuous karma, it keeps ancestors contented, and satisfied, when cows blesses. Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55151/ritambhara-and-satyavanahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55136/vedmali-and-monk-jaanantiVedmali, a famous Brahmin lived ages back. He was a learned man of Vedas and an authority on Vedanga, whom none else could prove wrong when it was the question of interpretation of the subtle knowledge of the Brahma and the soul. Vedmali nursed feelings and thoughts of love and compassion for living beings on earth, and thus, people loved and revered him immensely. He was a man of meditation engaged in religious acts, and was consistently involved in tapa and penance. Vedmali’s life was an embodiment of prayers and worship. Unfortunately, in later life, he was involved in pursuit of livelihood, and thus, became interested in earning money and material comforts, and now, women, sons and friends were the centers of attraction. He was a worldly wise man now and naturally was pragmatic, and therefore, affairs of the world received attention and the consequent transformation surprised everyone.Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55136/vedmali-and-monk-jaanantihttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55123/if-a-man-prays-...If a man prays before lord Vishnu, serves cow well and looks after with a clean heart, he gets blessings. Acts based on dharma fulfill desires. Cow symbolizes many gods, for each limb of cow is a house of gods and goddesses.  To alleviate sufferings of cow is a virtuous karma, it keeps ancestors contented, and satisfied, when cows blesses. A modern man realizes the sanctity of cow but cares little and it causes inner suffering.Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55123/if-a-man-prays-...https://www.boloji.com/articles/55113/monk-shamik-and-the-intelligent-birdsThe Great War of Mahabharata was turning ferocious and deafening. Monk Shamik along with a few disciples per chance passed through the place a little apprehensive about the outcome when they heard chirping of the birds and naturally felt distressed. After some efforts, they carefully saved the wise chirping birds - brahmins recalled counsel of Sukracharya - the truth of life and death.Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55113/monk-shamik-and-the-intelligent-birdshttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55071/saintly-anusuya-blesses-cosmic-structureThe strong words of curse- the decree resounded in the air. It caused anxiety among the people…darkness continued to engulf and for days together, the Sun does not muster up courage to rise…it disturbed created beings and the gods. After prolonged consultations the god, celestial beings and other created beings appeared before the Supreme Lord, who advises gods to pray before saintly woman Anusuya and continued to look on the congregation of godsSat, 08 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55071/saintly-anusuya-blesses-cosmic-structurehttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55060/when-the-sun-rises-notLong ago, a brahmin suffers from leprosy, lives a wretched life- the consequence of past karmas. Fortunately, his devoted wife looks after without caring for comforts and tries to fulfill husband’s desires even if unethical. She devotes life to prayers and worship so that god grants healthy life and freedom to the suffering husband. Once, he looks at a prostitute and asks his wife to carry him to the woman of easy virtues. She agrees and carries him on tender shoulders. Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/55060/when-the-sun-rises-nothttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55045/sage-kaushik-and-pipilikaA man ought to recognize correctly the significance of shradha. It is a sacred duty of children to ensure that they perform rituals regarding pitres religiously during days of shradha. Propitiating pitres –ancestors at the time of shradha bless many believe, and therefore, a man should perform devotedly and religiously rituals, and delight the pitres. Devotion to identified and unknown ancestors bestows on man long and happy life and prosperity, knowledge and comforts. A man engaged in virtuous deeds, one learns is a gateway to inner peace and harmony. Righteous acts -a life of dharma and karma in life bring peace and harmony. To appease the souls of the dead means to get rid of miseries. Performance of shradha not only makes future safe and happy but it glorifies the entire generation, and thus, pitres are happy and bless, many devotees believe.Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/55045/sage-kaushik-and-pipilikahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55033/quintessence-of-life-and-truthAges back, in Treta Yuga, a famous royal priest and sage Harishchandra lived, governed a vast empire and spread the message of truth to humanity. He was a sage of dharmic (life of truth, virtues and uprightness) countenance, devoted life to the service of humankind and the entire world. He was a sage of glory and magnificence. Destiny and nature were very generous and no famine or draught ever occurred in the vast kingdom during the golden period of governance. No diseases and unnatural deaths tortured people. The citizens of the kingdom nurtured religious -dharmic thoughts.Sat, 18 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/55033/quintessence-of-life-and-truthhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55021/the-legendary-churning-of-oceanTo eliminate an evil one must devise suitable plans. It is perfect if a man stamps out devils but if he continues efforts for personal benefits and greed, the plans turn out unethical and fraudulent. A contemporary man suffers from a tragic flaw at whatever state of life he is whether a worldly man or a man of god. A living being who does not seek refuge in the lord is fated to live a miserable life.Sat, 11 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/55021/the-legendary-churning-of-oceanhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/55002/curse-of-durvasa-and-lord-indraMany ages back, sage Durvasa born in the image of lord Shiva wandered around with a specific objective on earth. While he walked on earth, Vyasa saw a divine rosary of flowers eternally blossoming in the hands of a charming and good-looking girl of Vidyadhara. The divine rosary emitted sweet, enchanting fragrance and appeared quite suitable for the delight and pleasure of the people of forest. A brahmin of crazy and little sagacity requested the beautiful girl of vidyadhara to give the celestial rosary. She did not resist, paid respects to the brahmin and handed over the beautiful rosary to him.Sat, 04 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/55002/curse-of-durvasa-and-lord-indrahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54992/origin-of-relations-between-the-gods-and-human-beingsNow we know the birth of history of glory and majesty. It is an amazing origin of relations among human beings and gods, the men of tapa and penance could visualize the birth of Kuru, the first king of dynasty of Kuru who on maturity marries Saudamini. Divine union of a daughter of Sun god and son of Riks, Samavarana was a great celestial event. It was a momentous occasion of birth of relations, which linked gods and human beings, and thus, created history of eternal truth and grandeur.Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54992/origin-of-relations-between-the-gods-and-human-beingshttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54983/origin-of-kurus-dynastySanctity and might of Samvarana is legendary. The ancient tale speaks of a great dynasty. Goddess as Katyani, Durga, Ambika and Sarswati took birth for the wellbeing of created beings and killed asura Sambha at a later stage. Birth of goddess carries an interesting backdrop. Ages back, lord Sankara married holy daughter of Himvana, Uma. Out of Uma’s womb, goddess Kaushiki took birth. The will of Supreme lord wished it. Kaushiki enjoyed sanctified force and energy of created beings of diverse nature as she took birth at the most auspicious moment. She went to Vindhya to undergo tapasya. At the mountain, a great battle ensued between Kaushiki and mighty demons Sumbha and Nisumbha. After a violent battle, Kaushiki eliminated dreadful demons.Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54983/origin-of-kurus-dynastyhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54969/legendary-muchukunda-of-ikaswaku-dynastySat, 13 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54969/legendary-muchukunda-of-ikaswaku-dynastyhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54967/nrsimha-the-cosmic-roar-of-compassion-amp-powerWhat happens when the infinite chooses to reveal itself? Does the formless take shape, or does shape itself dissolve into the formless? And how do mere human words capture a vision that even devas tremble before?Sun, 14 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54967/nrsimha-the-cosmic-roar-of-compassion-amp-powerhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54963/the-ledger-beyond-lifeWhat if death is not a cliff’s edge, but a doorway? What if what lies beyond is not chaos, but a precise accounting — a cosmic audit — determined entirely by how you have lived? And what if the most accurate manual for that transition has existed for over a thousand years, recited at the very moment most of us look away?Sat, 06 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54963/the-ledger-beyond-lifehttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54951/agastya-and-devala--the-great-sagesMountain Trikuta of ancient times was a holy mountain of numerous striking peaks full of caves, which men of perfection – Siddhas - a class of demigods of mystic powers often frequented and enjoyed life. The celestial bards sang glories of the lords and lived in the mountain. The celestial musicians, the artisans, the Nagas, the Kinners and the celestial musicians with human figures and horse’s heads or vice versa visited the caves quite often and derived heavenly delight. The celestial women added loveliness and magic to the entire environment. A garden Rituman of the lord of water possessed celestial virtues and charming flashes of immense beauty and grandeur where heavenly beings enjoyed.Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54951/agastya-and-devala--the-great-sageshttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54950/brahmarandhra-the-crown-door-to-liberationWhat if the greatest escape route of all time is not in a prison break movie, but sitting quietly on top of your head? What if the difference between eternal freedom and another round in the wheel of karma is a door you have never seen — yet have always carried?Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54950/brahmarandhra-the-crown-door-to-liberationhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54944/a-womans-dharma--a-great-truth-in-metaphorsSukla knows relations. However, friends appear not very convinced and now, after careful thought, she gives answer that suggests life of pleasures and erosion of ethical quality. Ekswaku and Sudeva perform yajnas and take interest in altruistic acts. Once the king goes for hunting and notices Sukri, a female pig with a large family. However, the lord of pigs Sukra, a wise intellect envisages a violent war and so tells Sukri to go back to a safe place.Sat, 23 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54944/a-womans-dharma--a-great-truth-in-metaphorshttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54935/the-inner-revolutionWhat if true transformation had nothing to do with changing your external world? What if power did not lie in speaking louder, but in thinking deeper? What if you discovered that the war you have been fighting all your life was never out there, but always within?Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54935/the-inner-revolutionhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54934/mount-meru--abode-of-divine-delight-and-enduring-blissThe saintly woman and spouse of sage Kardama, Devahuti of celestial magic and looks came out exquisitely sanctified and ornamented but observed great self-restraint, and did not in the least care about physique and health. A devoted wife she and genuinely wanted to help the mighty sage engaged in tapa and penance. Young women attendants at that moment as desired redecorated Devahuti and in her newly attired clothes and ornaments, she looked awe-inspiring. Now, an outstanding and marvelous sagely woman devoted spouse looked irresistible in paranormal charm and stood before the sage to gratify and delight a sage of terrible penance and tapa, for she nursed an enormous purpose a modern insight may fail to recognize.Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54934/mount-meru--abode-of-divine-delight-and-enduring-blisshttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54926/divine-creation-of-eternal-joyOnce upon a time, wise men and scholars of history considered dynasty of Swayambhuva Manu, the most revered and eminent. Devhuti, who married sage Kardama, belonged to the lineage of Manu. Lord blessed Devahuti with eight limbs of Yoga. How sage Kardama married princess Devahuti carries an interesting background. Kardama practiced penance and meditation on the riverbank of Saraswati for ten thousand years. He concentrated on Sri Hari, and so was engaged in rigorous worship, deep tapa, meditation, austerity and yajnas, and pleased supreme Lord. Supreme soul appeared before sage Kardama in the image of sacred divine word –the Vedas.Sat, 09 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54926/divine-creation-of-eternal-joyhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54917/love-of-man-brings-supreme-joyGrave sins and crimes drove Vena to hell as he had begun to think that he was a god on earth. Terrible thought was a severe lethal flaw. It becomes apparent that a man filled with ego and pride, stops to think of man, society and the world around, assumes the role of an arbiter of destiny of people, and ultimately, only death greets him as ultimate reality. No sin or crime goes unpunished.Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54917/love-of-man-brings-supreme-joyhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54894/delusory-potency-of-shiva-and-satis-distrustAfter marriage, lord Shiva and Parvati wandered in a forest in leisure and pleasure but as expected kept a benign and affectionate vigil on the activities of the universe. Created beings of the three worlds were delighted and felt highly blessed as they experienced a perennial flow of nectar in lives and the most magnificent, grand and merciful divine couple showered blessings even if not sought. Immensely glorious and blissful days for human beings made lives happy. Divine couple knew earthly movement of time and destiny, and the ultimate destination of human beings. Moments of joy and pleasure human beings enjoyed on earth, brought contentment and harmony on earth.Sat, 19 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54894/delusory-potency-of-shiva-and-satis-distrusthttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54883/the-origin-of-the-universeLiterature whether it is contemporary or ancient gives glimpses of age, its socio-economic, political, religious, philosophic and historical aspects. It carries a multiple approach to life and existence. Knowledge, wisdom and revelation of the ancients attract and teach art of life and do not conceal imperfections and disapprovals. Subjects of creation, conservation and dissolution form the rudimentary material and reveal through tales and legends the process of formation, annihilation, and growth of life in between. They speak of different ages - diverse dynasties, lineage of rulers with microscopic particulars.Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54883/the-origin-of-the-universehttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54852/salvation-of-king-swetTo accept a gift someone gives and to offer it to another does not speak well. It is a crime and invites disaster, Rama meekly tells sage Agastya. However, the sage relates an ancient tale when Brahmins request Brahma to give a king to them. The gods of heavens - Indra, Varuna, Kubera and Yama come forward to help created beings and make lives contented, reveals Rama - a part of Indra, and so, should accept the gift of divine attributes.Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54852/salvation-of-king-swethttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54843/markandeya-and-jaimini--a-dialogueLegendary discourse on the principles and tenets of scriptures glorifies Mahabharata, a book of perfect chaste lexis, sensibilities, rhythms, music and linguistic excellence and a document on dharma a man ought to pursue. It speaks of pursharatha, the well-being of humanity, dharma, artha, kama and moksa –the four aspects are linked and inseparable. Sage Jaimini raises certain doubts. At that moment, Sage Markandeya hears the sage, agrees to what he says, and later, guides him to meet sons of Drona (a bird of dharma), who knows the meaning of tattva - the essence of life and existence, religious exposition, and he always concentrates on the eternal wisdom as contained in the Vedas and scriptures.Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54843/markandeya-and-jaimini--a-dialoguehttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54835/celestial-mohini-a-page-from-nardiya-puranaPlease kill ‘ifs’ & ‘buts’. An ancient tale tells the importance of fast on Ekadesi that Kingmangada and his people observed. With the blessings of lord Vishnu, everyone became immortal and so all went to the sacred abode of the great God. It disturbed the lord of Death. How? It has contemporary relevance.Sat, 07 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54835/celestial-mohini-a-page-from-nardiya-puranahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54697/the-bliss-of-swinging-togetherSat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54697/the-bliss-of-swinging-togetherhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54695/the-sacred-whisperHave you ever wondered why devotees lean in and whisper their deepest desires into the ears of Nandi, the sacred bull, before turning to Lord Shiva in prayer? What is it about this timeless ritual that has endured across centuries, inspiring millions to trust in the unseen, the divine, and the cosmic order? Is it mere superstition, or is there a deeper spiritual and philosophical significance hidden within this act?Sat, 08 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54695/the-sacred-whisperhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54576/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxiiiHinduism like any other Indian and world religions has its own mythology, which is found so often mixed with the history. The Hindu mythology conveys the sublime and abstract philosophical and spiritual concepts as well as universal ideals of Hinduism through their historico-mythological legends and mythical tales, fables, parables, allegories and narratives in the ancient scriptures and secular literature. Besides, contrary to the Western misconception, the Hindu mythology is incredibly rich in the material and spiritual knowledge both in content and volume, like an ocean, with the universal appeal and application.Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54576/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxiiihttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54535/karna-the-tragic-hero-or-the-unrepentant-villainIs loyalty more important than righteousness? Can a man’s tragic circumstances excuse his moral failings? Was Karna’s life one of unrelenting victimhood or a saga of conscious choices, some of which betrayed the very essence of ‘dharma’? The Mahabharata is replete with characters who dwell in the shades of gray, none more so than Karna—the son of Surya, the friend of Duryodhana, and the eternal rival of Arjuna. But can Karna, revered as the “Danveer” (generous giver) and tragic hero, be fully absolved of his actions?Sat, 26 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54535/karna-the-tragic-hero-or-the-unrepentant-villainhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54513/kaikeyi-unveiled-a-complex-character-from-the-ramayanaThe Ramayana, one of the two great epics of Indian literature, is a rich tapestry of characters, each contributing to the narrative’s depth and moral complexity. Among these characters, Kaikeyi stands out as one of the most intriguing and multifaceted figures. Often vilified for her role in the exile of Rama, Kaikeyi’s character is a blend of strength, vulnerability, and profound influence, making her a pivotal figure in the epic.Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54513/kaikeyi-unveiled-a-complex-character-from-the-ramayanahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54477/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--23After the completion of disquisition and yajna – the sacred sattra, the sages go to Varanasi…Brahma speaks about illumination – the cluster of lighting, the sages see at Varanasi is Jyotirmaya lingam…a symbol of ultimate realisation and moksa and it fills sages with divine joy, for they are on the right path to moksa…sage Vyasa’s counselSat, 14 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54477/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--23https://www.boloji.com/articles/54466/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--22Meditation’s glory and magnificence, the principles of righteous and virtuous life and existence…focus on visaya, savisaya – sabeeja and nirvisaya-nirbeeja Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54466/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--22https://www.boloji.com/articles/54465/the-burden-of-powerHow does power shape character? When endowed with great strength and influence, do we uphold justice, or do we succumb to the temptations of self-interest? The epic Mahabharata presents a rich panorama of characters, each demonstrating the profound truth that with great power comes great responsibility. Yet, while some characters rise to this challenge, others fall into the abyss of misuse, leading to destruction and despair.Sat, 07 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54465/the-burden-of-powerhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54452/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--21Impediments – mostly personal – on the path to attain excellence in yoga create difficulties…powers a yogi attains are immense, for he controls everything and enjoys the pleasure of the world and the world beyond Sat, 07 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54452/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--21https://www.boloji.com/articles/54451/a-tale-of-two-warriorsWhat defines a man’s character? Is it the power he holds, or how he wields it in moments of temptation? In the grand panorama of Indian mythology, the tales of Indra, the King of the Devas, and Arjuna, the greatest warrior of the Pandavas, offer a profound exploration of character, desire, and self-restraint.Sun, 25 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54451/a-tale-of-two-warriorshttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54442/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--20Krishna still wants to know more, and expectedly monk Upamanyu is happily willing to share thoughts with him… questions on yoga arise, he talks of the restraint on mind as karmas spread over to five wings and then he talks of the yoga of mind through the control on vital breaths etc.Sun, 25 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54442/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--20https://www.boloji.com/articles/54432/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--19Nothing is outside linga, the cause of universe…an image of lord. Linga is the cosmos, the entire universe for the created beings…everything exists in it and that does not exist in linga does not exist outside. It is the origin of whatever exists or is imaginary, and it creates, preserves and destroys, a devotee ought to understandSat, 24 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54432/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--19https://www.boloji.com/articles/54424/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--18Kamya rites and rituals form another significant segment of teaching of Upamanyu where he carefully speaks about kamya karmas, which bless the devotee in the present life and life beyondSat, 17 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54424/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--18https://www.boloji.com/articles/54415/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--17Dharma of devotees and of classes, the path to righteousness and the ultimate refuge…the uniqueness of yogi…the areas of social limitations, obligations and duties…the significance of prayer, worship, duties of different classes, and the glory of five-syllable mantra-the substance of the Vedas…Life during the time of darkness…Krishna’s query on Saivite life-style…kamya, Nitya, Naimitika, Nisiddha and Prayaschitta Karmas and the ultimate source of wisdomSat, 10 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54415/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--17https://www.boloji.com/articles/54414/vibhishana-amp-yuyutsu-in-the-indian-epicsWhen you think of loyalty and family, who comes to mind? Is it those who stick by their kin, no matter the circumstances, or those who forsake their familial bonds in pursuit of righteousness? Today, we traverse the mystical realm of Indian mythology to talk about two intriguing figures who did the latter – Vibhishana from the Ramayana and Yuyutsu from the Mahabharata.Sat, 03 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54414/vibhishana-amp-yuyutsu-in-the-indian-epicshttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54401/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--16Monk Upamanyu speaks about the manifestations of lord Shiva, who performs Pasupata rites, and turns men into perfection …Krishna expresses desire to know and understand the meaning of words exchanged between lord Shiva and goddess Parvati – elucidation of real meaning, substance and devotion to ShivaSat, 03 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54401/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--16https://www.boloji.com/articles/54395/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--15Infinite dimensions of lord are beyond knowledge, nature, man and delusory mystery, prakriti, purusa, bondages, time, destiny etc because the great lord does not recognise such elements…nothing exists for him …Shiva is the lord beyond beginning and…he is the essence of the VedasSat, 27 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54395/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--15https://www.boloji.com/articles/54385/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--14Grandeur of goddess Parvati (also called Shiva) and lord Shiva and the delusory potency they exercise…the male and female appear separate, but they work in unison and so are one and one only … the monk expounds the principle and knowledge of Pasupati, the great lord and the destroyer of sinsSat, 20 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54385/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--14https://www.boloji.com/articles/54376/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--13Now the great monk tells Krishna about the significance of special sanctification of a devotee or disciple Sat, 13 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54376/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--13https://www.boloji.com/articles/54371/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--12Not only the purification of an earnest disciple wanting to attain Shiva is the subject of monk’s dialogue but also it speaks about the greatness of five-syllable mantra.Sat, 06 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54371/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--12https://www.boloji.com/articles/54364/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--11The procedure of consecration of the disciple is a right path to attainment of blessing of the great lordSat, 29 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54364/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--11https://www.boloji.com/articles/54353/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--10The glory of the five-syllable mantra is infinite, the great monk told…its initiation and learning through a preceptor.Sat, 22 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54353/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--10https://www.boloji.com/articles/54347/walking-the-tightrope-of-dharmaIs there room for personal emotions in the face of duty? Can good intentions justify morally questionable actions? The Ramayana, one of the great Indian epics, presents us with an intricate weave of characters each burdened by moral and ethical dilemmas, illustrating the subtle complexities of Dharma, or righteous duty.Sat, 08 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54347/walking-the-tightrope-of-dharmahttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54346/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--9Incantation of mantra is a path to salvation in an age of darkness…it grants liberation to people, who live an unethical life.Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54346/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--9https://www.boloji.com/articles/54336/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--8The splendour, glory and effectiveness of the Five-Syllable Mantra…it expresses the lord in totality and fulfills the desires of created beings. Incantation of mantra grants salvation to a true devoteeSat, 08 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54336/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--8https://www.boloji.com/articles/54327/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--7A devotee of Shiva ought to live a life of discipline, restrain, cultivate right conduct with purity of mind and heart, meditate on the great lord, seek grace, and approach knowledge of lord in all humility and also respect laws of life scriptures lay down…japa of five-syllable mantra is Vedic DharmaSat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54327/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--7https://www.boloji.com/articles/54320/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--6Incarnations of Shiva is the subject of the great monk here, who talks of twenty-eight great gurus – Yogacharayas in the seventh Manavantara …men of austere habits who smear bodies with bhasma and live in denials… essence of Shiva, true meaning and allusions – Shaivism and its eternal principlesSat, 25 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54320/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--6https://www.boloji.com/articles/54310/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--5Shiva’s knowledge is essence of Vedas…the knowledge of Shaivism…it is possible to attain knowledge of Shiva through bhakti and grace …Brahma creates…the world and godsSat, 18 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54310/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--5https://www.boloji.com/articles/54300/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--4Natural power – the great Shakti is wisdom and knowledge, the supreme, a symbol of Shiva, and Shakti another reflection…Shiva is intellect and wisdom and manifestation of virtues and karmas and Shakti is maya…the truth and untruth and is delusory…the cause of all causes is Shaktiman …shakti and Shaktiman are inseparableSat, 11 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54300/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--4https://www.boloji.com/articles/54295/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--3Shiva, the great lord is beyond all attributes …he is beyond gunas and karmas… principles of lordSat, 04 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54295/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--3https://www.boloji.com/articles/54283/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--2Shiva is omnipresent and lives through different images – murties, the wise men tell. Murties are Brahma, Vishnu, Rudra, Mahesaan and Sadasiva …the great eight murtis, and as Panchbrahmas… the famous brahma murties…that exercise control of different organs… magnificent splendor of Shiva and ParvatiSat, 27 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54283/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--2https://www.boloji.com/articles/54272/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--1Sages feel happy but are still curious to know more about the mighty monk, who is now the son of Parvati and Shiva …now they wish to know about the visit of lord Krishna to him for the attainment of knowledge of great fast Pasupata Vrata… and aptness in awareness of Pasupati. The great monk quenches thirst of inquisitive brahmins and Krishna with regard to other questions they carry in mindSat, 20 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54272/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita-2--1https://www.boloji.com/articles/54263/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--12Legendary tale of monk Upamanyu of severe tapa, whom the god blesses with an ocean of milk…he knows the science of protective bhasma, the supreme energy of fire…he undergoes relentless tapa, pleases the great lord, who appears, blesses him and fulfills all desires and later, declares Upamanyu a dear son and thus, goddess Parvati becomes motherSun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54263/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--12https://www.boloji.com/articles/54251/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--11The real image of Agni and Soma – teja as sun or fire and rasa in the form of moon…the images of luminosity and sweetnessSat, 06 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54251/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--11https://www.boloji.com/articles/54245/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--10Lord Shiva pays tributes to goddess Parvati – the mother of all, the origin of wisdom, knowledge, creation, preservation and destruction.Sat, 30 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54245/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--10https://www.boloji.com/articles/54232/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--9White complexioned goddess Parvati blesses gods, frees them from the atrocities of daityas while vyagara protects the hermitage because he is a devotee of goddess, whom none can hurt and therefore, gets the status of ganaSat, 23 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54232/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--9https://www.boloji.com/articles/54224/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--8A strange happening startles everyone while Parvati undergoes penance – at that time, a hungry lion comes but the moment he looks at the goddess, be turns into a strong devoteeSat, 16 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54224/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--8https://www.boloji.com/articles/54212/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--7Parvati is disturbed when Shiva comments on the complexion of goddess…Shiva is disconcerted, retreats a little but goddess decides to undergo austere penance so that she pleases Brahma and seeks blessings… white complexion and alluring features – a woman’s natural desireSat, 09 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54212/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--7https://www.boloji.com/articles/54196/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--6Increase in prajas and birth of Shumbha and Nishumbha, who later invade and control the three worlds and heavens and bring miseries and sufferings to gods… Shiva’s remarks on goddess and her laments…is beauty an important thought quite relevant whether in ancient times or contemporary age reflects on man’s bunged mind and hypocritical approachSat, 02 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54196/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--6https://www.boloji.com/articles/54187/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--5Creation is a sacred act – Satrupa and Purusa emerge, and the union gives birth to Virata (Swayambhuva Manu)…life of Shiva and Parvati at Mandrachala mountain… after ages, an interesting encounter between Rama and Shiva takes place that amazes Sati, who raises doubts and wants solutionSat, 24 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54187/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--5https://www.boloji.com/articles/54182/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--4Brahma eulogies delight lord Mahadeva and profuse praise benefits Pitahamaha, who realises that the fulfillment of objective – the creation of prajas, is possible with the blessing of Mahadeva Vayudeva continues the legend as the sages listen to devotedlySun, 18 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54182/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--4https://www.boloji.com/articles/54172/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--3Brahma undergoes penance for achieving a divine objective and meditates on lord Shiva, who blesses Pitahamaha and stands before as immortal body transformed into a man and a woman in equivalent ratio…and Brahma finds Shiva is beyond the understanding of even GodsSun, 11 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54172/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--3https://www.boloji.com/articles/54162/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--2The sages wish to know the mystery of delusory potency of Shiva…creation of Rudras of similar features does not satisfy…and so Brahma undergoes severe tapaSat, 03 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54162/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--2https://www.boloji.com/articles/54154/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxiiLipsa has no verbatim equivalent in English but broadly it is comparable to lust, desire, craving, or passion, etc. In common parlance, the lust is taken as uncontrollable and unrestrained perverted desire of the person, especially in the context of sexual activities. In Hinduism, Lipsa or lust is considered as a sinful activity that completely destroys a man. Scriptures prescribe meditation and self-control as effective instruments to check and control it.Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54154/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxiihttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54153/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--1The great lord thinks of Creation and therefore, Shiva imparts knowledge…who is Param Brahma is the question, the Supreme Brahma answers …a living being must grow in knowledge and wisdom…coming up of Rudras…creation and its increaseSun, 28 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54153/shiva-purana-vayaveeya-samhita--1https://www.boloji.com/articles/54148/shiva-purana-kailasa-samhita--2Sage Vyasa speaks reverentially about Shiva-tattva as contained in Kailasa Samhita and narrates the sacred conversation that takes place among – the sages and Vyasa, Shiva-ParvatiSat, 20 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54148/shiva-purana-kailasa-samhita--2https://www.boloji.com/articles/54138/shiva-purana-kailasa-samhita--1Samhita and its import begin with the enriching dialogue among the sagely souls, god and goddess, and reveal the essence of life. It concludes when it speaks about the functions of an ascetic…initiation and reaching the stage of a recluse where life of rejection and denial is the principle of life and existence as he dedicates life to the service of people Sat, 13 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54138/shiva-purana-kailasa-samhita--1https://www.boloji.com/articles/54127/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--9All gods of heavens obey commands of the Supreme Brahma and each one operates within specified regions of authority…when anyone goes beyond, it is not good and it distorts the objective of blessings…tale of DurgamaSat, 06 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54127/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--9https://www.boloji.com/articles/54117/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--8Wickedness has its end. Daityas signify violence, sins, brutalities while gods want to live in eternal peace and harmony, and are engaged in penance and tapa, and so devotion to the lord determines life.Sat, 30 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54117/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--8https://www.boloji.com/articles/54107/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--7Materialisation of Saraswati from the divine body of Uma even as the entire universe witnesses an eternal struggle between the good and the evil – the gods and the daityas. Malevolent forces appear lofty and virtuous in the beginning and love to enjoy pleasure of life but soon hatred, enmity, ego and pride overwhelmSat, 23 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54107/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--7https://www.boloji.com/articles/54097/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--6Defeat of Suratha proves heartrending, it drives the king to the corner, and so he governs a tiny parcel of land, but when the enemies learn the truth they invade the country, and defeat him again as the confidants turn hostile and treacherousSat, 16 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54097/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--6https://www.boloji.com/articles/54087/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--5Devotion is essential to get rid of inner contradictions while demands of an upright life create difficulties, the legendary tale of Suratha revealsSun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54087/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--5https://www.boloji.com/articles/54083/from-myth-to-realityWhat if you were handed a handbook, a manual of life, an anthology of wisdom that could navigate you through the murky waters of your existential crises? A beacon of knowledge that lays bare the core principles of human existence, illustrating the path from the labyrinth of confusion to the enlightenment of wisdom? The Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture, serves as this very beacon.Sat, 25 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54083/from-myth-to-realityhttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54079/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--4Parvati’s questions about death and its truth…the signs of imminent death …essence of Panchabhutas – Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether – akasaFri, 24 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54079/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--4https://www.boloji.com/articles/54067/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--3Importance of acts of charity – to give food grains is the supreme dana, the wise men say…food is Trinity – the image of great lords Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva – eight danas of substance…dana of water, shelter and planting trees bestows blessingsSat, 18 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54067/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--3https://www.boloji.com/articles/54058/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--2Vyasa learns about the nature of wicked people as monk Sanatkumara lists out sins that drive men to hell while the virtuous souls go to enjoy life in the land of Yama…categories of hells where the sinner go and sufferSun, 12 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54058/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--2https://www.boloji.com/articles/54047/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--1On the counsel of sage Upmanyu, Krishna decides to undergo intense tapa with a desire to have son, pleases the lord…the lord blesses him.Sat, 04 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54047/shiva-purana-uma-samhita--1https://www.boloji.com/articles/54040/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--6Lord Shiva descends on earth for the happiness and protection of devotees and on ardent appeals situates ‘the self’ at the place of devotee’s choice that ultimately, turns out a tirtha, a path to deliveranceSat, 28 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54040/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--6https://www.boloji.com/articles/54030/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--5Rigorous meditation of Ravana delights Shiva and at this place, the great king establishes lingam – Vaidanatheshwara against his wishes. Shiva is happy with Ravana and permits him to take the lingam home but tells him not to stay anywhere or else he will fail…and on a request, a shepherd fails to hold it when the king wants to ease out and so the lingam situates itself there. Later, sage Narada provokes Ravana and so the mighty king goes to lift mountain Kailasa and thus, annoys goddess Parvati and suffers a curse from goddess and after ages, dies at the hand of RamaSat, 21 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54030/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--5https://www.boloji.com/articles/54026/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxiDukha is a negative attribute that causes a deep physical, mental and emotional stress, instability and ailment among the human beings. It is linked with the senses, which by nature themselves are temporary and unstable, and in turn cause instability in the body and mind. Human suffering could be minimized, and even eliminated, through yogic techniques such as having faith and devotion to God (Bhakti Yoga), acquiring true knowledge (Jnan Yoga) and indulgence in the righteous duty and action (Karma Yoga) without attachment. Sat, 20 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600https://www.boloji.com/articles/54026/hindu-hinduism-and-hindustan-part-lxxxihttps://www.boloji.com/articles/54024/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--4Creation of the worlds begins with the birth of Prakriti and Purusa…Brahma takes birth from a lotus that emerges out of the naval of Vishnu when he sleeps and now Brahma creates fourteen divine worlds…the importance of Kashi…Abhimukta regionSat, 14 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54024/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--4https://www.boloji.com/articles/54012/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--3Sage Suta speaks about the glory of Onkareshwara Jyotiralingam… Nara and Narayana, the incarnations of Vishnu, offer prayers before ‘Shivalingam’ at Badrikaashrama…later, Shiva situates ‘the self’ in the image of lingam at Kedar tirtha …the legendary tale of Bheem-sankara lingamSat, 07 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/54012/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--3https://www.boloji.com/articles/53999/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--2Sage Suta speaks of the significance and glory of Shiva-linga at Somanath…prayers, worship at this tirtha cure a man of any fatal disease, and if he takes bath in the holy water, it cleanses him of impurities … Jyotirmalingams – Mallikaarjuna (Parvati and Shiva) and Mahakaala exercise purifying influence and free man from various evilsSat, 30 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/53999/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--2https://www.boloji.com/articles/53956/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--1Monk Suta for the satisfaction and delight of sages and wise men, on the humble imploration, again speaks about the grandeur and magnificence of major and minor lingams for the benefit of devotees…arrival of holy Ganga at the hermitage of Sage Atri and Anusuya – origin of AtrishwaraSat, 23 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/53956/shiva-purana-koti-rudra-samhita--1https://www.boloji.com/articles/53943/shiva-purana-shat-rudra-samhita--6Incarnation of Shiva as Sureshwara illuminates and gratifies, and if a man serves man and humanity bereft of ego and pride, appropriate rewards greet and enrich him, for nothing moves without the consent of lord Shiva…tapa and meditation of monk UpamanyuSat, 09 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500https://www.boloji.com/articles/53943/shiva-purana-shat-rudra-samhita--6