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Balrama : The unsung hero of Hinduism
Dr Dinesh Soni
Balarama, the elder brother of Krishna, does not find a lot of significance in worship today. However, he existed as a very significant figure in Bhagavata Purana. The elder brother…
Warli Painting: Tradition, Transition, and the Essence of Nature
Paintings are often seen as articles of entertainment and decoration. However, they have deeper meanings associated with them in cultural and ritualistic aspects. Beyond their alluring appearance, paintings often play…
The Inclusion of new waves in Indian Art : the Art of 19th century
The tradition of Painting in Indian roots has been traced from the fresco Paintings of Ajanta, which presents a keen analysis of how art became a medium of communication and…
Rajasthani Puppetry as an Art
Puppetry has a significant cultural presence in India, particularly in the state of Rajasthan, where it is widely recognized as “kathputli.” The intricate handicraft involves bringing inanimate figures to life…
Nataraja: Interpretations and Modern Day Application
Shiva, the major deity of the Tridev in the Hindu religion which is considered to have been manifested in many forms over the centuries, is mainly associated with the destruction…
Krishna, Bhakti movement and regional worship
Introduction Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Vishnu, is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. Krishna is widely known to be god of love, compassion, tenderness and protection. The…
Roots of Faith: The Symbolism of Trees in Hinduism
Introduction Once upon a time, inside the Hiranyagarbha, Brahma awakened from deep sleep. He looked around and he saw nothing. He felt lonely. And he decided to create life forms…
Spiritual Secrets from Hinduism : A Book Review
In recent times, we are seeing a lot of misconceptions being spread about Hinduism. Politicians are bringing posters of Shiva in Parliament. And they are saying different kind of analogies…
Akunuru’s Forgotten Past: Delving into Its Lost Legacy, History, and Temples
Dasi Yoga Rakshitha
Introduction Akunuru, where “Aku” in Telugu means leaf and “Nuru” implies one hundred. It translates to “One hundred leaves”. According to the locals, it was also known as “Shatapatrapuram”, which…