“The Idol Thief” by S. Vijay Kumar- Book Review
Dasi Yoga Rakshitha
As an enthusiast of Ancient Indian History, Temples, and Iconography, I’m actively in search of books related to Indian heritage and culture. I came across the book “The Idol Thief”…
2023
From Myth to Canvas: Mayura’s Vibrant Presence in Hindu Art
Dr Dinesh Soni
Mayura and a little bit about it Mayura or peacock is our national bird. Yes, we all have studied that in school. The importance of peacock goes way beyond just…
Bridging the Gap of Artha and Dharma: Insights from Mythology on Work-Life Balance
Recently, Mr N. R. Narayanmurthy gave a statement about how Indians should work 70 hours a week. The statement got a lot of heads to tilt, a lot of brains…
Beyond the Legends: The story and significance of Narakasura’s killing by Krishna
The festival of Narak Chatudashi is part of Diwali and is celebrated in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Telangana and parts of Andhra Pradesh on the day before Lakshmi Poojan. Sometimes the…
A town without Diwali : Understanding the uniqueness of Melukote
Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy throughout India. However, there are certain pockets in the country where this festival is not observed with the…
Dhanteras Special: Dhanvantari’s Story and Iconic Imagery
Today is Dhanteras, the day Lakshmi and Dhanvantari emerged from SamudraManthana. In most hospitals and clinics in India, we find a statue of a deity holding Shankha, Chakra and Kalash.…
The Essence of Balipeetham: Unveiling Its True Significance
A Balipeetham has to be most misrepresented aspect of Indian temples. Balipeetham is a small square or octagonal structure built on a square platform. The structure maybe plain in design…
Indian.Temples Research & Media Services
Iconography Explored: Recommended Reading for Art Enthusiasts
During my QnA sessions, and in many personal messages, I am often asked for recommendation for a book that will provide basic information about iconography. And the first book I…
Exploring the Past, Crafting the Future: My WHV Camp Experience
World Heritage Volunteer (WHV) Program is an initiative that was launched by UNESCO, in 2008. This program aims to educate the youth about the significance of heritage, culture, and its…