Do you think Laxmī and Nārayana are two separate entities? How do I explore different Vaiṣṇava Sampradayas? According to Madhava Acharya, Bhagavān Viṣṇu is separate from individual souls and the material universes. I do believe Laxmī and Nārayana are separate Goddess and God. They cause the material universe and souls to manifest. Edit: Viṣṇu and Nārayana are two names for the same God. How do I explore different Vaiṣṇava Sampradayas? I live in USA and it is difficult to find them in person. I only know of Iskcon, which is one of Gaudiya Vaiṣṇavism. I want to explore more of them, before choosing one. 2 0 replies
I want to know more about Shri Adi Shankaracharya Any books or documentary online .? Sitaram.. 2 4 replies
How are Samadhis/Chhatris are made? I'm not talking about the spritual samadhi I'm talking about the tomb like structures of India kings. Like samadhi of Shivaji or Ranjit Singh what are the criteria of having a samadhi/Chhatris? What do you put there? Can children or women have them? Are they different? What are other ways the deacesed are remembered through a structures in Hinduism? Can we put flowers there as sign of respect and rememberence? How long is the tradition? 3 0 replies
Karmic tie giving someone money I’ve heard that if you give someone money and they don’t pay you back it can be that in another life their karmic debt makes them owe you. Maybe I’m thinking too much about this but I just want mental peace in regards to it. I gave my friend some money (like 80% of a months rent for him) and today I realized he probably will never pay me back. Af the time I gave him the money I gave it to him thinking if I was in his... 2 3 replies
Please help me by answering these if you can. My grandmother who was nothing less than a mother to me left this world after fighting with a deadly disease for 5 months. She was such a pure soul, she helped everyone with everything, forgive those who mistreated her and even helped those people, even when she cried she cried in her temple. She didn't used to eat without taking a bath and doing her pooja. I was the closest to her so I adapted this firm belief of her in god. I was a firm shivbhakt myself. In... 3 5 replies
19 Symbols of Lord Shiva: Meaning and Significance 19 Symbols of Lord Shiva: Meaning and Significance 5 2 replies
Questions regarding Hinduism Hello there, I'm new to Sanatana Dharma is having a date or girlfriend a sin ? What Hinduism says about premarital sex and sex in generally ? Also, I'm from Greece and we don't have Hindu temple here. Can I still do a puja even without going on a temple ? Finally, what about figures like Babas and Sadhus ? Can I still chant their mantras (loke Sai Baba of Shirdi) ? 3 12 replies
What are these called and where can I get these? Can i purchase these sort of blanket/fabric from aliexpress or temu? 4 4 replies
Explanation of the 36 Tattvas (Now I will comment upon the second half of the Svarūpa-prakāśikā, dealing with the 36 Tattvas) “Now (atha), the characteristics of those Principles (tattvas). That Principle called Śiva is in fact Paramaśiva, whose essence-nature is the joy of fullness (pūrṇānanda) that entirely consists of and expresses as Will, Cognition, and Activity (icchā-jñāna-kriyā).” (The highest and first of the Tattvas is Paramasiva which is simply pure undifferentiated consciousness. This awareness is full of an inherent joy that is so full it expresses itself as the 3 primary powers of willing,... 3 1 replies
What are the most influential Agamas(or Tantras) in Shaktaism and Shavisim today(whether in Tamil Nadu,Bengal,Odisha,Assam,Himachal Pradesh or so on). What are the most influential Agamas(or Tantras) in Shaktaism and Shavisim today(whether in Tamil Nadu,Bengal,Odisha,Assam,Himachal Pradesh or so on).So,there are lot of Tantric texts like 24 Shavia Agama and 64 Shakta Tantras.Out of those texts,which are the most influential in today's Shaktaism and Shavisim kinda like how Guhyasamaja Tantra is the most influential in Vajrayana Buddhism in [today.Is](http://today.Is) it the Kamika Agama or is it secondary texts like the Aghorasiva's writings,Bhaskarayana,Mantra Mahodadhi or the Brihant Tantrasara. 4 1 replies
Seeking Guidance in Finding a Spiritual Guru in Bengaluru. I am beginner and on a sincere journey to pursue spiritual growth and am seeking guidance in finding a knowledgeable and genuine spiritual guru near me. If anyone has recommendations or personal experiences they could share, I would be deeply grateful for your insights. I am a localite in Bengaluru (located in South Part of the City), I am seeking help here because I am not able assess certain experience or with regard to my chakra awakening and few other aspects (PS I am not doing anything specific for... 1 6 replies
Really Confused I'm a somewhat normal indian guy, I like music, have a few other interests, don't drink or eat non-veg, try to do no harm and believe in God. I have always been religious but lately have fallen into sort of a rabbit hole about our religion (Sanatan Dharm) and am seriously confused. Is it a sin to do things that peak our interest and yet don't harm others. Am I doing something Wrong when I read a book about psychology as I find it fascinating or when I'm out... 4 6 replies
Need help on some books Can anyone please provide link to Apastamba Dharma Sutra, Gautama Dharma Sutra and Gobhila Grihya Sutra with English or Bengali commentaries. Thanks !!!! 1 0 replies
Is Mahakumbh (once in 144 yrs) ever mentioned in our religious texts or any other sanatan records? If not then how do people know which kumbh is mahakumbh ? If there are no records as such 2 4 replies
Does anyone have any links to this channel's videos? This man literally saved me from bogus philosophies and showed me the path to Advaita. His exposé videos were not only eye opening but also entertaining. Now i hereby request you guys to provide my any source to reach his deleted or privated videos if you any any underrated channels who have saved it. I've seen his hare krsna exposé videos but i want his Arya samaj's plus his lectures of Advaita. Thanks!! 4 6 replies
