Discover the inspiring tale of Princess Madalasa, a visionary Indian queen recognized for her profound spiritual wisdom. She crafted the beautiful “Madalasa Upadesh”, not merely as a soothing lullaby, but as an enduring instructive guide for her sons as they journeyed through life. This unique composition, with potent lessons woven intricately into each verse, has transcended generations. It encapsulates the queen’s loving intent to shield her children from adversity, guiding their path towards righteousness. Through this series of posts delve into the poetic mastery of Queen Madalasa and her ageless teachings captured in the Madalasa Upadesh – an eternal beacon of spiritual enlightenment and intellectual growth.
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TOP 5 QUESTIONS ASKED ABOUT HINDU ETIQUETTE AND DRESSING
Top 5 questions about Hindu Practices answered
10 Ways to celebrate Chaitra Navaratri with your kids this year
Indian Hindu immigrants, like all other immigrants appreciate much about our lives here. Yet, there are some things everyone misses from back home. Personally, my list is longish. But top three items I miss from home are these — Street Food – especially Street food in Ahmedabad because I could easily get Swaminarayan style (vegetarianContinue reading “10 Ways to celebrate Chaitra Navaratri with your kids this year”
FAQs on Dharma
What is Dharma? There is no English word that correctly translates as Dharma. Religion in Hindi is called मत Duty in Hindi is called कर्तव्य. It may be understood as the quintessential quality that defines a thing. So to understand my dharma I must understand the quintessential quality of me as a human and me as an individual. Dharma is also understood as “That which sustains everything”.
Why do Hindus celebrate Holi?
According to legend, King Hiranyakashyapu did great penance and earned the boon that he could not be killed by either human or animal. After receiving this boon he began to consider himself immortal and grew arrogant. He demanded that people worship him as God. As luck would have it, his son Prahlad refused to denounceContinue reading “Why do Hindus celebrate Holi?”
Kushanaabh’s 100 daughters
Once upon a time there was a great sage who was also a king. His name was Rajshri[1] Kusha. He had four sons, Kushamba, Kushanaabha, Adhuurtarajasa and Vasu. The four princes grew up to be exceptionally brilliant, noble, brave and honest. Once they came of age, their father encouraged them to build their own kingdoms.Continue reading “Kushanaabh’s 100 daughters”
Baal Ramayana
(Baal Ramayana is Ramayan story in short. It is the story of Rama as narrated by Narad Muni to Valmiki Rishi). It was a regular morning. Everyone at Valmiki Ashram awoke in the early hours and started their day as usual when something unexpected happened. A happy unexpected. Narad Muni, son of Brahma, respected devoteeContinue reading “Baal Ramayana”
History of Raam temple in Ayodhya
After Lord Raam’s demise Ayodhya fell to ruin. Near Ayodhya is the city Koshaambi – Kush’s city. He built a great Raam temple but in time it broke down. Ujjain king Vikramaditya – once again rebuilt Ayodhya. He also built a temple where Prabhu Rama was born. In time a Greek invader by the nameContinue reading “History of Raam temple in Ayodhya”
Introducing 3-5 yr old kids to Bhagavad Gita
Introducing children to Bhagavad Gita at an early age is one of the best parenting tools. This post suggests 5 ways of doing just that.
Buddha Avatar
Every cycle of creation is called Manvantar. It begins with Sat Yuga and ends with Kal Yuga. In each Manvantar God presents itself to us in different ways. In this Manvantar Lord Vishnu saved Dharma in the following order: Matsya (fish) – an animal that can only live in water Kurma (Turtle) – that canContinue reading “Buddha Avatar”