The 10 Avatars of the Hindu God Vishnu Vishnu is among the most important deities of Hinduism. Along with Brahma and Shiva, Vishnu forms the principal trinity of Hindu religious practice. In his many forms, Vishnu is regarded as the preserver and protector. Hinduism teaches that when humanity is threatened by chaos or evil, Vishnu will descend into the world in […]
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Lord Vishnu : The “Preserver” in the Hinduism
Lord Vishnu : The “Preserver” in the Hinduism Vishnu is one of the principle deities of Hinduism, and, along with Brahma and Shiva, forms the Hindu trinity. Vishnu is the peace-loving deity of that trinity, the Preserver or Sustainer of Life. Vishnu is the Preserver or Sustainer of life, known for his steadfast principles of […]
Lord Rama: The Ideal Avatar
Lord Rama: The Ideal Avatar Rama, the perfect avatar (incarnation) of the Supreme Protector, Vishnu, is an all-time favourite among Hindu deities. The most popular symbol of chivalry and virtue, Rama–in the words of Swami Vivekananda–is “the embodiment of truth, of morality, the ideal son, the ideal husband, and above all, the ideal king.” A REAL HISTORICAL FIGURE As […]
The Sri Satyanarayan Vrata and Puja
The Satya Nārāyana Pooja is a Hindu religious observance. It is a ritual performed by Hindus before/on any major occasion like marriage, house warming ceremony etc. It can also be performed on any day for any reason. The Satya Nārāyana Pooja is usually done on the Pūrṇimā day of every month (full moon day), Ekādaśī […]