Alisha Chandel, Author at TemplePurohit - Your Spiritual Destination

20 Jul

Harnessing the Spiritual Power: Chanting the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 108 Times

Introduction The Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, an ancient and revered chant from Hindu scriptures, holds profound spiritual significance. Chanting this powerful mantra 108 times is considered a sacred practice that has been passed down through generations. This article explores the spiritual significance and benefits of chanting the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra 108 times and how it can positively impact […]

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Yagna or Yajna - The Sacred Fire - Sacrificial Rituals in Hinduism

17 Jul

Yajna or Yagna

Throughout time, fire has been venerated as a symbol of spirit. The first sloka in the Rig Veda is to Agni, to fire: “Agni mide purohitam yagnasya devam ritvijam; hotaram ratna dhatamam” “I offer my humble prayer to Agni, who is the Absolute Divine, the awakener of the inner energy and the giver of prosperity.” […]

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17 Jul

Hindu Gods, Hinduism

Vayu Devta

Vayu is the Hindu deity of wind. He was the father of the great Pandava Bheema. Bheema’s mother Kunti, who had the boon of having children with any god she pleased with, once prayed to Lord Vayu for a son. Lord Vayu granted her wish and she gave birth to a boy who was immensely […]

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17 Jul

Ancient Indian Literature

Chanakya Niti Shastra

Niti shastra is a great work of Chanakya. Chanakya was a man of letters and man of principles. His life revolved around following ideals to lead an ideal life. According to him, lofty ideals could become a certain reality if one intelligently works towards achieving his/her goals in a determined, progressive and practical manner. Niti […]

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Hinduism

King Ravana

Ravana (Sanskrit: meaning “of terrifying roar”) is one of the principal demons (rakshasas) in Hindu mythology who battled against the popular avatar, Rama. Ravana plays a prominent role in the famous Hindu epic, the Ramayana, where, as the king of Lanka, he is both the overlord of the army of Rakshasas(demons) and the abductor of […]

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17 Jul

Spirituality

Meditation: Meaning and Significance/ Dhyana

What is Dhyana? The Sanskrit word dhyana, derived from the verbal root dhyai (“to contemplate, meditate, think”), is the most common designation both for the meditative state of consciousness and the yogic techniques by which it is induced. The Vedanta tradition also employs the terms nididhyasana, which stems from the same verbal root, upasana (literally […]

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17 Jul

Spirituality

Transcending the Frontiers of Spirituality

“Spirituality is the praxis and process of personal transformation, either in accordance with traditional religious ideals, or, increasingly, oriented on subjective experience and psychological growth independently of any specific religious context. In a more general sense, it may refer to almost any kind of meaningful activity or blissful experience.” […]

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01 Jul

Sanskrit Texts, Spirituality

Kalagni Rudra

KALAGNI RUDRA Translated and composed by VDN Rao This Krishna Yajurveda sambhadha Brahma Jnaana Saadhana bhuta bhasma dhaarana vishesha vidhi be described. This laghupanishad is of Sanat Kumaara and Kaalaagni Rudra madhya prashnottara varnana- tripundra dhaarana vidhi jigjnaasa-Shambhava vrata naamaka tripundra vidhi pratipaadana and the Shiva Rupa jnaana. […]

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01 Jul

Gayatri Mantra: Meaning and Significance

ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यं । भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात् ॥ Meaning of Gayatri Mantra Aum = Brahma ; bhoor = embodiment of vital spiritual energy(pran) ; bhuwah = destroyer of sufferings ; swaha = embodiment of happiness ; tat = that ; savitur = bright like sun ; varenyam = best choicest ; bhargo = destroyer of sins ; devasya […]

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28 Jun

Daily Life and Practices, Hindu Gods, Uncategorized

10 Avatars of Lord Vishnu

In every aspect of life there are always opposing forces that battle each other. It is just a hope that the good forces vanquish the evil and restore peace. But that peace does not last for long, other evil surfaces. In times of much desperation and trouble do we look up to a mightier power. […]

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28 Jun

Spirituality, Vedic Practices, Yoga

7 Chakras of human body

The word Chakra has its origin from the Sanskrit word cakra which stands for wheel or disc. The 7 chakras are believed to be the major energy centers in our body it is also believed that by activating these chakras we can attain the sahasra or in other words understand the Brahman or kundalini within […]

Posted on June 28, 2023July 3, 2023 by Alisha Chandel Leave a comment

Krishna Sudama - An Eternal Bond of Friendship

14 Jun

Hindu Gods, Spirituality

Lord Krishna and Sudama: An Eternal Bond of Friendship

Sudama was among those devotees who were childhood friends with Krishna in His childhood. Krishna left Vrindavan at sixteen, and later He married and went on to live as King of Dwarka. Meanwhile Sudama was living as a Brahman, which means one who knows that the real self is spirit and who dedicates his life […]

Posted on June 14, 2023July 3, 2023 by Alisha Chandel 1 Comment

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