The Form and Description of Shiva As Per Hindu Scriptures

 In Shaiva Tantra, meditation on the form of the manifest Lord is a very important ritual. It involves visualization of the form which crystallizes to reality with the recitation of a dhyana shloka.

The Story & Significance of Pradosha Puja As Per Shaiva Tantra

The sūkṣma āgama contain verses of mantras which describe the story and significance behind pradosha puja in the Shaivite tradition.

Why Does Mother Kali Step On Shiva?

Markandeya Purana's Devi Mahatmyam (Chandi Patha), Chapter 5, Verse 3:

या देवी सर्व भूतेषु शक्ति रूपेण सम्स्थिता

नमस् तस्यै नमस् तस्यै नमस् तस्यै

नमो नमः

yā devī sarva bhūteṣu śakti rūpeṇa samsthitā

namas tasyai namas tasyai namas tasyai

namo namaḥ

Pazhaya Soru: The Magic Meal that Increases Nutrients By A Thousand Fold

Fermented rice, a staple in many Asian households, is steeped in tradition, simplicity, and health. It is rice soaked and fermented overnight, turning it into a nutritious, probiotic-rich food. Fermented rice, also known as 'panta bhat' in Bangladesh, 'Pazhaiya Sadam' in Tamizh Nadu, and 'jiu niang' in China, offers a host of health benefits that have been cherished across generations.

Malaysian Temple & Deity Miracles

I am compiling experiences of devotees with our local deities and temples. If you have something to share, please email me your story to vinnblaze@gmail.com

2019: When Sai Baba Appeared in From and Flesh In The Superspeciality Hospital

This happened way back in 2019, during my internship at the Sathya Sai Superspeciality Hospital.

Image: Swami attained Mahasamadhi in 2011

Mythbusting Herbal Footpatch

As much as these herbal footpatches are being popularized, there is yet to be a scientific evidence for the promises they exchange for your dollar.

Definition of 'Devata': Vedic Sanskrit Decoded

 

A devata is a devata! Let's keep it simple. There is no need to find a non-Vedic equivalent to it.

Durva Suktam Word to Word Meaning and Commentary Yajur Veda

Introduction to Vedas 

The entire Universe is reverberating. When there is reverberation, there is sound. In other words, the entire cosmos is simply a manifestation of sound energy. The ancient Vedic sages through penance, were able to download cosmic data directly. They received the cosmic truths in the form of sounds which they heard and envisioned. These truths were recited as received, and passed on generations after generations.

Mantrapushpam Yajur Veda Word to Word Meaning and Commentary

Introduction to Vedas 

The entire Universe is reverberating. When there is reverberation, there is sound. In other words, the entire cosmos is simply a manifestation of sound energy. The ancient Vedic sages through penance, were able to download cosmic data directly. They received the cosmic truths in the form of sounds which they heard and envisioned. These truths were recited as received, and passed on generations after generations.

The Bull Facing Shiva is NOT Nandi ! Secrets From Shaiva Tantra

Image: Shiva temple in University Malaya, Malaysia

What if I told you that the bull we worship in a Shaiva temple is not Nandi as per Shaiva Tantra? Shocking? Let us see why..

Definition of 'Bhagavan' As Per Vedic Sanskrit

The term Bhagavan simply refers to One who possesses Bhaga which constitutes 6 guNas.

The Purpose of Placing cups in front of Deities

Ever pondered why several cups are always placed in front of a deity, as illustrated in images above?

Avaranas in Shaiva Tantra: The Beings Who Surround The Lord

In Tantra, we see Lord Shiva as the absolute reality being surrounded by different groups of deities. Lord Shiva is surrounded by 5 dimensions which house these groups of deities.

Shaiva Tantra's Guide To Know The Bija Mantra of A Deity

The Bija Mantra ( Seed Mantra ) refers to the one-syllabled sound which serves as the geometry to a deity. This sound is in some ways, literally the deity itself. Tantra is impossible without the use of bija mantras.

Vaccination And Brain Damage: The Transition of DTP to DTaP

You would have received immunisation for Pertussis at a very young age. The vaccine comes as a combination of immunisation towards Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis ( whooping cough, caused by Bordetella Pertussis ). Thus, the vaccine was referred to as the DTP vaccine.

The Secret Powerful Mantra from Shaiva Tantra

 This is the most interesting mantra I find encapsulated in the entirety of Shaiva Tantra.

Bhogi Ponggal - The Worship of Lord Indra

 Though the worship of Lord Indra is on the decline today, we should not discard his significance during the festival of Bhogi.

Mindblowing Hindu Inspirations In Avatar ( Movie )

प्रणो देवी सरस्वती वाजेभिर्वाजिनीवती ।

धीनामवित्र्यवतु

praṇo devī sarasvatī vājebhirvājinīvatī ।

dhīnāmavitryavatu

( Rig Veda 6.61.4 , Taittiriiya Samhita, Krishna Yajur Veda 1.8.22.3; 2.5.12.7; 3.11.9 )