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Story of the Divine Birth of Veda Vyasa

Veda Vyasa was born to Sage Parashara and Kali, the fisherwoman. Kali is also known as Satyavati, who later married King Shantanu. Legend has it that Sage Parashara was once attempting cross Yamuna and took the help of a young beautiful woman named Kali, who was the daughter of a fisherman. The beautiful young Kali aroused passion in Sage Parashara. The beautiful nature and the surroundings acted as a catalyst. Sage Parashara created a thick fog around the boat and created an artificial island. The couple had sexual union on the island. Sage Parashara said to young Kali that as soon as he leaves, a son will be born to her who will become the teacher of the world and divide the Vedas. He also blessed her that even after the birth of a son she will remain a virgin. Soon on that artificial island, young Kali gave birth to a male child. As soon as the child was born, he grew up and told his mother that she had played her part in the divine mission by giving birth to

What does Arjuna Mean? – Meaning of Arjun – the third of the Pandavas

Arjuna means the white one, bright or clear. Arjuna is a person of clear, inner nature, one whose mind is spotless and clean of all impurities. Such an empty and stainless mind is ready to receive divine wisdom and the highest understanding. This is the reason why Lord Krishna explained the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, when he was suffering from indecision and doubt. In the Rig Veda, the clear, sunny and bright day is referred to as ‘Arjunam.’ Arjuna was a partial incarnation of the King of the Gods, Indra. He is the third of the five Pandava brothers of the Mahabharata. He was unrivaled in archery. You may also like to read What does Durga mean? What does Jatin mean?

What Are Hindu Dharma Shastras? – Social Laws In Hinduism

In Hindu religion, Dharma Shastras are social laws that include the codes of conduct to be observed by individuals living in a society. Dharma Shastras are works by various sages of ancient India . The most famous and the most controversial Dharma Shastra is the Manu Smriti. Apart from Dharma Shastra of Manu, there are 18 Dharma Shastras that are applicable in different periods of time. A particular Dharma Shastra is applicable only during a Manvantara. A manvantara is the period of time or duration that a Manu (the archetypal human being) rules the entire creation. One Manvantara is 306,720,000 human years. Apart from Manu, the other Dharma Shastras that are applicable in different periods are named after Apastamba, Bharadvaja, Daksha, Devala, Samakha, Vasishta, Gautama, Samavarata, Vishnu, Harita, Shatanika, Vyasa, Likhita, Shatotraya, Yajnavalkya, Parashara, Sahunaka and Yama. (Reference: Hinduism Frequently Asked Questions by Chinmaya Mission)

Komuravelli Temple Timings – Opening and Closing Time at Komuravelli Mallanna Temple

Komuravelli Temple, dedicated to Shiva, is located on Karimnagar - Hyderabad Highway and is around 85 km from Hyderabad. The detail Komuravelli Temple Timings is given below. The opening and closing time might wary during important rituals and temple festivals. The shrine is also known as Komuravelli Mallanna Temple or Mallikarjuna Temple. Komuravelli Temple Timings Morning opening time is 4:30 AM Closing time is 12:00 PM 5:00 AM Suprabatham 5:30 AM Rudrabhisekham 6:00 AM onwards Sarva Darshan Evening opening time is 3:00 PM Closing time is 7:00 PM

Dasavatara Stotra in Hindi in pdf - Dasavatara Lyrics in Hindi

Dasavatara Stotra is a popular prayer dedicated to the ten Avatars of Srihari Vishnu. The prayer is chanted on all days by Vaishanva devotees. It is also chanted on special occasions dedicated to the avatars of Vishnu. This particular Dasavatara Stotra prayer is in Hindi in pdf format. It contains the lyrics in Hindi. The file is provided by Sundar Kidambi of Prapatti . com Link  –  Dasavatara Stotra in Hindi

Dhanvantari Stotram in Malayalam in pdf - Dhanvantari Stotram Lyrics in Malayalam

Dhanvantari is to be the Hindu God of Medicine or Ayurveda. He is also a manifestation of Hindu God Vishnu. Below is the Dhanvantari Stotram lyrics in Malayalam in pdf. Chanting the prayer is considered highly meritorious. It is chanted especially during the morning hours. Link – Dhanvantari Stotram in Malayalam The file is provided by Sundar Kidambi of Prapatti . com