Category: Vaishnavism
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Temples of India – Thiruvaranvilai
Thiruvaranvilai Divyadesam, familiarly worshipped as Aranmula Parthasarathy Perumal Temple and Arjunan Ambalam, is located about 12 KM from Chengannur. The temple was built by Arjunan, as a thanksgiving gesture to his charioteer, Lord Vasudeva Krishnan, who guided him throughout the entire Kurukshetra War. There is a Golden Idol of Lord Parthasarathy, installed and worshipped by Arjuna here in Aranmula…
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Sri Vidya Rajagopalan EP:2
Sri Vidya Rajagopalan Temple in Mannargudi is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, revered as Rajagopalaswamy. Known as the “Dakshina Dwaraka” (Southern Dwaraka), this temple is celebrated for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant festivals. Devotees flock to witness the grandeur of its rituals and the deity’s majestic idol. The temple stands…
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Temples of India – Thiruvallavazh
Thiruvallavaazh is situated about 3 miles from the Thiruvalla station on the Kollam-Ernakulam rail route. The Moolavar is Kolapiraan, Thiruvaazhmaarban, and Sri Vallabhan seen in standing posture facing east. Thaayaar – Selvathirukozundhu Naachiyaar, Vaatsalyadevi. Theertham – Kandaakarna Theertham, Pambaa River. The speciality of this sthalam is that there is one separate Sannidhi for Thiruppaan Alwar,…
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Sri Muthuswamy Dikshithar
Muthuswamy Dikshithar was a prominent composer and musician in the Carnatic classical music tradition of South India. Born in 1775, he is celebrated as one of the Trinity of Carnatic music, along with Tyagaraja and Shyama Sastri. Muthuswamy Dikshithar’s compositions, known for their intricate structure and deep devotion, are mostly in Sanskrit and cover a…
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Sree Jayanthi Spl: முகுந்த மாலா – Mukundamala
Mukundamala is a devotional Sanskrit poem composed by the 9th-century saint and philosopher, King Kulasekhara Alvar. The poem is a heartfelt expression of devotion to Lord Krishna, also known as Mukunda. It consists of 40 verses, blending deep spiritual wisdom with intense emotional devotion, reflecting the poet’s yearning for liberation and divine grace. Mukundamala is…
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Temples Of India – Thirukatkarai
Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple (Thirukatkarai), located near Kochi in Kerala, is a significant Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vamana, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It holds immense cultural and religious importance as the epicenter of the Onam festival, which commemorates the legendary homecoming of King Mahabali. The temple’s ancient architecture, sacred rituals, and vibrant festivities…
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Temples of India, Thiruparkadal
Thiruparkadal Temple is a mythological site in Hindu cosmology. The name “Thiruparkadal” translates to “Ocean of Milk” and is associated with the cosmic ocean where Lord Vishnu is believed to reside on the serpent Ananta (also called Adishesha). The “Thiruparkadal” is a spiritual concept described in various Hindu scriptures rather than a physical place or…
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Kurukshetra War: The Complete 18 Days
The Kurukshetra War, central to the Indian epic Mahabharata, was a monumental battle between the Pandavas and the Kauravas, symbolizing the eternal struggle between dharma (righteousness) and adharma (unrighteousness). Fought on the plains of Kurukshetra, this epic conflict involved vast armies and legendary warriors, ultimately leading to the victory of the Pandavas. The war’s profound…
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Andal, A Pooram Special
Aadi Pooram, also known as Adi Pooram, is a significant Tamil festival celebrated mainly in Tamil Nadu. It falls in the Tamil month of Aadi (July-August) and is dedicated to the goddess Andal, a revered figure in Tamil Vaishnavism. Overall, Adi Pooram is a vibrant festival that highlights the rich cultural and religious tapestry of…
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Srimad Bhagavatham – Final Episode
The Srimad Bhagavatham, also known as the Bhagavata Purana, is one of the eighteen major Puranas in Hinduism. Composed in Sanskrit, it is considered a masterpiece of Vedic literature and a vital scripture for devotees of Lord Vishnu and his incarnations. The text is traditionally attributed to the sage Vyasa and is structured in twelve…
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