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26 Apr

Ancient Indian Science, Daily Life and Practices, Hinduism, Interesting Hindu Mythology Stories, Popular Temples

Famous ISKCON Temples

What is ISKCON? The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), also known as the Hare Krishna organization, belongs to the Gaudiya-Vaishnava sampradaya, or sect, the monotheistic religion within the Hindu culture. Its core beliefs are based on Hindu writings, particularly the Bhagavad Gita and the Bhagavata Purana. ISKCON is the “largest and most important branch“ […]

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23 Feb

Ancient Indian Science, Vedic Practices

Scientific Knowledge in Vedas – From Gravitation Force to Relativity

The core foundation of Hindu belief is that Vedas contain source of all knowledge – physical or metaphysical. Vedas and Puranas, which were revealed more than 5,000 years ago, mentioned facts only recently discovered or proven by scientists. For a quick glimpse at what unsung surprises may lie in the Vedas, let us consider these […]

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19 Jun

Ancient Indian Literature, Ancient Indian Science, Spirituality, Vedic Philosophy

Rebirth in Hinduism – Punar Janma

Rebirth in Hinduism – Punar Janma The concept of rebirth is widely believed in Hinduism as well as in the other religions. It poses critical questions about the existence of beings and life the death of their physical bodies. Why is one born on earth, and why does one suffer? What happens to a soul […]

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17 Jun

Ancient Indian Literature, Ancient Indian Science, Sanskrit Texts, Vedic Philosophy

Panchikarana

Scripted and edited by V.D.N.Rao There is an interesting process of Panchikarana described by Paingala Maharshi a true disciple of Maharshi Yagjyavalkya the originator of the Taittireeya branch of Yajurveda as learnt from Surya Bhagavan himself! ‘Jagadsrashta’ having realised that at the very beginning, there was nothing except ‘tamas’ or inactivity, inertia and total sluggishness […]

Posted on June 17, 2018June 17, 2018 by Temple Purohit Leave a comment

Why do we ring bells or ghanta in temples

12 Feb

Ancient Indian Science, Vedic Practices

Why Do We Ring Bells or Ghanta in Hindu Temples?

It is an age old tradition to ring the bell of the temple upon entering its premises. Bell ringing is an ancient Vedic ritual and one can see multiple bells hanging over the domes in many Indian shrines. It is said that the devotees knock God’s entrance to ask permission upon entering his holy sanctum. […]

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30 Jun

Ancient Indian Science, Astrology, Hinduism

Kaal Chakra – The Wheel of Time

“Ever since the dawn of civilization, people have not been content to see events as unconnected and inexplicable. They have craved an understanding of the underlying order in the world. Today we still yearn to know why we are here and where we came from. Humanity’s deepest desire for knowledge is justification enough for our […]

Posted on June 30, 2015July 17, 2023 by Temple Purohit Leave a comment

Ayurveda - An Ancient Indian Medicinal System

27 Jun

Ancient Indian Science

Ayurveda – An Introduction to a Comprehensive System of Natural & Holistic Medicine

Ayurveda is an ancient rejuvenating, revitalizing and a healing Indian art and science encompassing a comprehensive system of natural and holistic medicines. When translated from Sanskrit, Ayurveda literally means “the science of life”. The term ‘Ayurveda’ has its genesis from the Sanskrit root word ‘ayur’ signifying “longevity” or “life” and ‘Veda’ signifying “science”. Ayurveda is […]

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27 May

Ancient Indian Science, Hinduism

Hinduism – A Religion Based on Science

The 21st century takes pride in innovations and technology. Our tech-talks have reached newer heights so much as to preserve traditions through technology. Be it retrieving the old scriptures, safe guarding the ancient treasures or taking tradition to places through the internet. But this sounds a bit too ironic because religion and traditions have been the birth place […]

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09 May

Ancient Indian Science, Hinduism

Vikram Samvat 2071 & Structure of Hindu Calendar

One might wonder what difference a day is going to make in this mighty ocean of time. Why should we document every day to the minute. If our ancestors had thought that way today we would know nothing about history. All over the world the Gregorian calendar is followed but, the Indian civilization has always […]

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