Chamunda Devi is depicted as a terrifying, emaciated goddess adorned with a garland of skulls, standing on a corpse, and embodying the raw energy of time (Kala) and death. Chamunda Devi (Yantra) 5 0 replies
Information on a secret temple in Varanasi There is a Gupt Mahadev Mandir in Varanasi, can anyone tell me about it? 2 0 replies
Tried drawing bal gopala https://preview.redd.it/2yo97ea9ynje1.jpg?width=934&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7e5070d5249cee7608a2954461d6f2de45094847 i'm a complete newbie and this was my first attempt. this is not my original work, i found the reference image on instagram. do suggest improvements! hare krishna 🌟 inspired by [u/kanchan\_\_\_](https://www.reddit.com/user/kanchan___/) 3 0 replies
What is the architecture of Badrinath Dham, Is it a mixture of Himalayan Style and Nagara Style? Traditional Uttarakhand houses almost looked like this. 4 2 replies
I need to know my Kuladevi / Kuladevta Hello. We have lost track of our kul parampara. My grandfather, grandmother and elders all passed away. My father had passed away when I was a toddler. All I know is we are Gauda Brahmins of Bharadwaj Gotra. The shasan and nikas that is mentioned - Chulhet Pradhan - is not traceable for me anymore. My family history is that Gauda Brahmins are from the Gauda desh of Bengal. Somehow my ancestors managed to be a part of Nana Saheb and Tantia Tope’s army during 1857 revolt. When they... 1 0 replies
Why do people become naga sadhu? I was recently reading about sadhus and a question popped up in my mind, why do people become naga sadhus. 5 0 replies
Is consuming alcohol a sin in Hinduism ? Like it is in Islam , I have not come across such dislike for alcohol in Hindu community . It is bad for health reasons obviously , but beyond that spiritually , what are the consequences of its consumption ? 4 0 replies
Who was the 9th Avatar of Vishnu and what was his story?? As we all know about almost all the Avatars of Lord Vishnu from Matsya(1st) Avatar to Krishna(8th) Avatar and Kalki(10th) Avatar. But there is no clarity about who was the 9th Avatar of Vishnu? Was he Gautama Buddha or any other??? Some say that Buddha was the 9th Avatar not the Gautama Buddha one. What is your take on this??? 4 0 replies
Ashtavakra on Desires One desirous of worldly enjoyment and one desirous of liberation are both found in this world. But rare is the great-souled one who is not desirous of either enjoyment or liberation. ~ Ashtavakra Samhita https://atmanamviddhi.in/ 4 0 replies
Sankalp I’ve read through the rules and FAQs, and am still confused. What exactly is “sankalpa”? Is it what you wish for when you start praying? Or is it a promise? Can someone give me examples please? 3 0 replies
why is everything so messed up to the point it is practically unfixable . for example , plastic is bad for environment, but there just is no other material that can replace it for it's high usability. So this means, Bhagwan who created this world,made nothing but only plastic usable which is harmful this thinking is causing me lot of trouble living peacefully, how can i live ignoring all the suffering animals and others beings are going through. How did Bhagwan created such world, and let's say if Maya created it. Then Bhagwan has all the infinite powers to fix it, to remove all bad things and sufferings. So why is Bhagwan not doing it. Like, for example. Plastic is such so harmful for environment. But in this Kaliyuga , life and world without use of plastic is impossible to imagine, let... 1 0 replies
Does the Brain create Consciousness a.k.a Chit? Swami Sarvapriyananda answers… Does the Brain create Consciousness a.k.a Chit? Swami Sarvapriyananda answers… 2 0 replies
What if I just listen to lalita Sahasranam Instead of reading? I want to ask this question about other sahasranam also 5 0 replies
A Tiny AI Buddy for Cosmic Pondering & Daily Wonder: Would You Want One? Hi Everyone, I’ve been working on a physical AI-powered object that isn’t about productivity or quick answers, but about **deep conversations, self-reflection, and expanding consciousness.** It’s designed to be a spiritual companion—not a guru, not a teacher, but a playful, thought-provoking presence that **guides you toward your own insights as you have a conversation with it.** Something that helps you to **explore consciousness, mindfulness, and the nature of reality**, something that doesn’t just respond, but asks the right questions to deepen your self-awareness? Its personality is inspired by **Ram Dass**, **Alan Watts, Zen koans,** and... 2 0 replies
