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Bhagavad Gita Chapter 15 Quiz

This Bhagavad Gita Quiz is based on the 15th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. The aim of the quiz is to understand few important teachings in the fifteenth chapter of the Gita. The questions might be tough. The aim of the quiz is to study Gita. You can use Bhagavad Gita in your home to find answers as this will help you in understanding Gita more. If there any mistakes or you would like to add more questions please mail the corrections and questions to hindublog@gmail.com Related Bhagavad Gita Chapter 14 Quiz Gita Chapter 16 Quiz

Maitrayana Brahmana Upanishad Quotes

As birds and deer do not approach a burning mountain, so evil never approaches those who know the Supreme Truth (Brahman). What is without thought, though in the center of thought, what cannot be thought, the hidden, the highest – let a man merge his thought there; then will this living being be free from attachment. Meditation should be directed to the highest being within; then the unclear understanding becomes clear. By self discipline goodness is obtained; from goodness understanding is reached; from understanding the Self is known; and he who has known his True Self does not return to this world. Maitrayana Brahmana Upanishad

Remains of one of the Biggest Ancient Hindu Temples in Bali Island in Indonesia Discovered

Construction workers who were digging for drainage discovered remains of the one of the biggest ancient temples in Denspasar in Bali Island in Indonesia . The ancient temple believed to have been built in 14 th century is located near a Hindu learning center on Jalan Trengguli in East Denpasar . The excavation is in progress to there are currently no good photos of the temple. Jakarta Globe writes The Denpasar Archeology Agency took over the excavation and have uncovered an 11-meter-long structure. “We will continue the excavation until [the whole structure is revealed],” said Wayan Suantika, an official with the agency. Suantika told reporters that, judging by the square structure’s similarity to ancient temples found in East Java , it likely dates back to the 14th Century. “The strengthener layers in between the stone plates were another characteristic usually found in 13th or 14th Century [structures],” he said. Bali Island is home to most of the Hindus in Indone

Sivajnanadeepika Teachings

The body is called the temple of God . Rare are the jnanis, while innumerable are the ritualists. It is quite certain that one can never become a Brahmin by wearing the sacred thread, or by keeping the tuft of hair. Fake teachers make false distinction between punya and paapam and confuse devotees.

Sage Vasishta Sayings

To crush the petal of a flower, the physical limb has to be moved (in exertion). To attain bliss eternal, not even the limb need to be moved! It is enough if the activity of the mind is checked. The outlook of inequality and distinctions is what is called Avidya or ignorance and that is to be shunned always. We must accept reason even though it be uttered by a child. That which is not reasonable, should be discarded as dry grass. People, who lack knowledge, pass long days like unto beasts in great distress, deluded in the observance of rituals, penance, giving alms and pilgrimage. Sage Vasishta

Vajrasuchi Upanishad – Who is Brahmana?

Whoever he may be, he who has directly realized this Atma and who is directly cognizant of his Atma that is without a second; That is devoid of class and actions, that is free from the faults of six stains and six changes, that is of the nature of truth, knowledge, bliss and eternity, that is without any change in itself, that is the substratum of all the kalpas, that exists penetrating all things that pervades everything within and without as akas, that is of nature of undivided bliss, that cannot be reasoned about and that is known only by direct cognition. He who knows this truth is a Brahmana. He who by the reason of having obtained his wishes is devoid of the faults of thirst after worldly objects and passions who is the possessor of the qualifications beginning with sama, who is free from emotion, malice, thirst after worldly objects, desire, delusion, etc., whose mind is untouched by pride, egoism, etc., who possesses all these qualities and means – he only is the Brahmana.

People Living Along Ganga River More Prone To Cancer

A recent study conducted by National Cancer Registry Programme under the Indian Council of Medical Research revealed that people living along the banks of Ganga River in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Bengal are more prone to cancer than anywhere else in India . Industries along the river have been releasing harmful effluents into the river such as arsenic, choride, fluoride and other heavy metals. Times of Indiareports  Conducted by the National Cancer Registry Programme under the Indian Council of Medical Research, the study throws up shocking findings. The river is thick with heavy metals and lethal chemicals that cause cancer, it says. "We know that the incidence of cancer was highest in the country in areas drained by the Ganga . We also know why. Now, we are going deeper into the problem. Hopefully, we'll be able to present a report to the health ministry in a month or two," NCRP head A Nandkumar said. The worst-hit stretches are east Uttar Pradesh, the flood pl

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 14 Quiz

This Bhagavad Gita Quiz is based on the 14th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. The aim of the quiz is to understand few important teachings in the fourteenth chapter of the Gita. The questions might be tough. The aim of the quiz is to study Gita. You can use Bhagavad Gita in your home to find answers as this will help you in understanding Gita more. If there any mistakes or you would like to add more questions please mail the corrections and questions to hindublog@gmail.com Related Chapter 15 Gita Quiz Bhagavad Gita Chapter 13 Quiz

Teachings from Aghamarshana Suktam

That Supreme Light which projected Itself as the universe like a soaked seed which sprouts – I am that Supreme Light. I am that supreme light of Brahman which shines as the inmost essence of all that exists. In reality I am the same infinite Brahman even when I am experiencing myself as a finite self owing to Ignorance. Now by the onset of knowledge I am really that Brahman which is my eternal nature.

Goddess Kalyani

Goddess Kalyani is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti. This is one of the kind and caring form of Goddess Durga. In this form she is the embodiment of beauty and love. Gods and Saints use the term to define Goddess Kalyani when she is in her peaceful form. In this form she exists among devotees who follow Dharma. Goddess Kalyani form is also associated with fertility. Kalyani is also one of the important names of Mother Goddess and is part of 108 and 1008 names of Goddess Shakti.

Dress Code in place at Talacauvery Temple, the Origin of Kaveri River in Karnataka

Bhagamandala-Talacauvery Temple management committee has decided to enforce dress code at the Talacauvery Temple , the origin of Kaveri River in Karnataka. People wearing non-traditional dress will not be permitted inside the temple. Those who arrive unaware of new rule will be offered dhoti or shawl on rent at the two counters opened by the temple committee. Times of Indiareports  One staffer and six guards have been deputed at each counter to check on the attire of tourists and pilgrims. Anyone who refuses to adhere to a "presentable and decorous" dress code will be asked to cover themselves with the shawl or dhoti.  "Out intention is to ensure visitors are modestly dressed," said temple committee president Appachattolanda Manu Muthappa on the rationale behind the move. "Sometimes visitors come wearing Bermudas, sleeveless tops or are skimpily dressed and that's not acceptable in a place of worship," said Muthappa.  The dress code was

Mantra to Get Money – Wealth – Prosperity in Hindu Religion in Hindi

The mantra to get money, wealth and attain prosperity is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi. People who do constant japa of this mantra – given below in Hindi – is believed to have attained immense wealth. Those that have attained wealth claim that daily chanting of the mantra helps in focusing – single pointed attention towards their job. It also gives them the hope of good prosperity. The mantra is:  The English transliteration of the Mantra is Om shrim hrim kleem tribhuvan Mahalakshmiye asmangh daridraya naraya prachur dhan dehi dehi kleem hreem shri Om

Adhyatma Upanishad Teachings

The wise should through the practice of deep meditation of Brahman leave off the recurrent conception of “I” and “mine” in the body and the senses which are other than Atma. Having known himself as Pratyagatma, the witness of Buddhi and its action, one should ever think “So’ham” (‘I am That’) and leave off the idea of Atma in all others. Having dissolved Jivatma into Paramatma with the thought of its being partless, like the either of a jar in the universal ether, be ever in a state of taciturnity (not speaking much). Looking upon everything in all places and times as Brahman brings about the destruction of Vasanas.

Goddess Yogamaya

Goddess Yogamaya is one among the numerous forms of Goddess Durga. Goddess Yogamaya is regarded as the sister of Lord Krishna, born immediately before him. She is the child that flew away from the hand of Kamsa and warned him that  Krishna  has already born on the earth and will annihilate him in near future. Yogamaya is the Goddess of delusion. Some scriptures point out that it was due to her spell that the entire kingdom of Kamsa fell asleep when Sri Krishna was born. Goddess Yogamaya shares many characteristics of Lord Vishnu including the dark complexion. She is four-armed and carries conch and discus (Sudarshana chakra) in her upper hand. Her normal right hand is in ‘abhaya posture’ – blessing or protection. Left hand is placed on her thigh.

Goddess Sharda

Goddess Sharda is one among the numerous names of Goddess Saraswati. In this form she is the fountainhead of Knowledge. There is an interesting symbolic story associated with Goddess Sharda. Legend has it that Shiva once opened his third eye and a terrible fire, Vadavagni , appeared from it. It threatened to destroy the universe. There was huge panic all around. Goddess Saraswati remained calm. When Devas wanted to know how she can sit calmly when Vadavagni is burning the earth. She said that Shiva’s fire only burns those that are Adharmic – the corrupt and evil. Saraswati Maa then took the form of a river and carried the Vadavagni into the ocean. She told that it will remain in the ocean till the time there are people on earth who follow Dharma. It will come out of ocean and destroy the world when there is no Dharma left on earth. The saints who witnessed this event called Her, Goddess Sharda, the goddess who removes darkness of ignorance and ushers in light of know

Skanda Upanishad Teachings

Bound by husk, it is paddy; freed from husk, it is rice. In like manner Jiva is bound by Karma. If karma perishes, Jiva is Sadashiva. So long as he is bound by the bonds of karma, he is Jiva. If freed from its bonds, then he is Sadasiva. The heart of Vishnu is Shiva. The heart of Shiva is Vishnu. As I see no difference between these two, therefore to me are prosperity and life. There is no difference between Shiva and Vishnu. To see oneself as not different from Him (Supreme Being) is jnana or wisdom. To make the mind free from sensual objects is dhyana and giving up of the stains of the mind is Snana.

Mahagauri Puja and Mantra for Early Marriage and Other Marriage Related Troubles

Mahagauri form of Goddess Durga is worshipped to alleviate marriage related problems. Those girls and women who are having delay in marriage should chant the mantra dedicated to Goddess Gauri as solution. The mantra should be chanted 11 times. Mahagauri Mantra is – Om Mahagauri daitye Namah: The offering to Goddess Gauri includes 5 supari (betel nut), 5 lotus flowers, one coconut and one chunari (cloth). Another option is to feed hungry children or old people. Those people feeding hungry people can avoid the offerings. They just need to do prayers. Apart from the mantra girls should also read Durga Saptashati – from the fifth chapter to the 11 th chapter.

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 13 Quiz

This Bhagavad Gita Quiz is based on the 13th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. The aim of the quiz is to understand few important teachings in the thirteenth chapter of the Gita. The questions might be tough. The aim of the quiz is to study Gita. You can use Bhagavad Gita in your home to find answers as this will help you in understanding Gita more. If there any mistakes or you would like to add more questions please mail the corrections and questions to hindublog@gmail.com Related Bhagavad Gita Chapter 12 Quiz Gita Chapter 14 Quiz

Surya – Mind – Gayatri Mantra and Greatness of Ancient Hindu Teachers

Science has today proved that several mental disorders are directly related to various elements in nature. It is believed that depression increases when there is less sunlight. Ancient Hindu teachers understood the relationship between mind and various elements in nature. The most important among it is the Gayatri Mantra which is a prayer dedicated to Surya. Gayatri Mantra is dedicated to Surya, Pratyksha Brahman. In it our ancient seers asks Surya to make our intellect and mind sharper and effective. Modern science today talks about seasonal affective disorder, winter blues, summer depression etc. All these studies started just fifty years ago. Our ancient seers had realized these entire phenomenons more than 6000 years ago. Early morning prayer dedicated to Surya is not a mere ritual. It contains several benefits including sharpening of mind and intellect.

Info on Official Website of Gaya Pindadaan and Shradh – Vishnupad Temple

Millions of Hindus perform Pindadaan and other Shradh rituals at the famous  Vishnupad   Temple  at  Gaya  in  Bihar  during the Pitru Paksha period (September – October). To help devotees the government has created an official website with information about priests who perform rituals, calendar, photos, videos, ghats where Shradh and pindadan is performed, and other basic information. Link – Official Website of Gaya Pindadaan and Shradh

Amanaska Yoga Quotes And Teachings

A collection of quotes and teachings from Amanaska Yoga. Always leave behind the material, the mental and the troublesome. Always turn to that which is stainless, beyond the mind and beyond appearance. Some who are full of pride (although) knowing a multitude of Shastras, do not know the teaching, and (would not know it) even through hundreds of texts. The tree of the mundane world will fall when the root(s) of the mind are uprooted by the yogi who grows strong through the nectar of equanimity. The knower of the highest reality knows that the highest reality is beyond the duality of existence and non-existence; (it) passes beyond (both) sleep and wakefulness (and) is free from life and death. Putting on ochre garments, holding a skull, plucking out strands of hair, maintaining heretical observances, ashes, an ascetics clothes (and) dreadlocks; intoxication, nakedness (and) conferences on the poetry of the Vedas, Tantras etc in assemblies... All (this) is exerting onese

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 12 Quiz

This Bhagavad Gita Quiz is based on the 12th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. The aim of the quiz is to understand few important teachings in the twelfth chapter of the Gita. The questions might be tough. The aim of the quiz is to study Gita. You can use Bhagavad Gita in your home to find answers as this will help you in understanding Gita more. If there any mistakes or you would like to add more questions please mail the corrections and questions to hindublog@gmail.com Related Quiz on Chapter 11 of Gita Bhagavad Gita Chapter 13 Quiz

Story – Atri Maharishi Becomes Surya and Chandra

A story found in the Puranas state that Atri Maharishi became Surya (Sun) and Chandra (moon) to help Devas in a battle against Asuras. Atri Maharishi is one of the Saptarishis and details about this great saint are found in the Rig Veda, Mahabharata, Puranas and other holy scriptures. Devas and Asuras were engaged in a battle for several years. The arrows from Asuras shut out the light emanating from Surya and Chandra. The world plunged into darkness. Devas could not see anything and Asuras started taking advantage of the situation as they were used to darkness in the netherworld. Devas then approached Atri Rishi. The powerful saint had acquired unlimited powers. Immediately Sage Atri took the form of Chandra and Surya. One part of his body became Surya and the other part became Chandra. He then gave light to Devas as Chandra. He gave intense heat to Asuras as Surya. The heat killed the Asuras and Devas were able to take control of the world again.

Aathichudi Teaching

Aathichudi is a Tamil Classic text credited to Avvaiyar. This is a collection of  16 important teachings from Aathichudi. Speak sweetly Build not too big a house Befriend after proper knowledge and understanding Protect your parents Forget not your parents Cultivate in season Do nothing improper Speak not words of deceit Do nothing unbecoming Learn while young Forget not your duty Sleep not too much Desire not the forbidden Speak not harsh words to anybody Keep the vow (Care for life is the real vow) Live for others.

Airavat – About the White Elephant of Indra in Hindu Tradition - Airavata

Airavat is the vahana or vehicle of Indra, the king ofDevas . Airavata is the king of elephants and is believed to have appeared during the Samudra Manthan or churning of ocean . The name is derived from Iravat suggesting that it appeared from water. Airavat has four tusks and is noted for its pure white color. It was king Prithu who made him the king of elephants. Airavat is the chief of the elephants that protect the four cardinal points of the earth. He defends the corners of earth. He has also got names like Ardh Matanga (elephant of clouds), Arkasodara (brother of sun), Naga Malla (the fighting elephant). Abharamu is the wife of Airavat. White elephants are worshipped in India, Thailand and Burma. There are numerous stories in these regions associated with the divinity of white elephants. Related Symbolism of Airavat  

Bhagavad Gita Text in Gujarati – Download Bhagavad Gita Book in Gujarati in Pdf format for free

Srimad Bhagavad Gita Text in Gujarati in Pdf format for free is provided by Swami Shri Adgadanad Ji’s of Yatharth Geeta. This downloadable Gujarati Bhagwad Geeta Book is strictly for personal use. You can only download the eighteen chapters in Gujarati separately and not as a single book. The Gujarati Bhagavad Gita is in pdf format and you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader or any other pdf reader installed on your computer. You can download it in Google drive here . You can download the Bhagawad Gita in Gujarati from this link also –  Gujarati Bhagavad Gita. If the above link is not working you can try downloading in pdf here at bhuj mandir website. Note  – the chapter headings are given in English. On clicking each chapter you will get the Gujarati Gita.

Tejobindu Upanishad Teachings

Supreme meditation should be upon Tejobindu, which is the Atma of the universe, which is seated in the heart, which is of the size of an atom, which pertains to Shiva, which is quiescent and which is gross and subtle, as also above these qualities. That alone should be the dhyana of the saints as well as of human beings, the path of which is full of pains, which is difficult to meditate on, which is difficult to perceive, which is the emancipated one, which is decayless and which is difficult to attain. One whose food is moderate, whose anger has been controlled, who has given up all love for society, who has subdued his passions, who has overcome all pairs of opposites, who has given up his egoism, who does not bless anyone nor take anything from others, and also who goes where they naturally ought not to go, and naturally would not go where they like to go – such persons also obtain three in the face (moksha while living on earth).

Gopuram of Srisailam Temple in Andhra Pradesh Collapses

The Gopuram on the northern side of Srisailam Temple in Andhra Pradesh collapsed at 2:20 PM on October 4, 2012. The tower was more than 500 years old and was 100 meter in height and was built of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Dedicated to Hindu God Shiva, Srisailam Temple is also known as Bhramaramba   Mallikarjunaswamy   Temple . It is  one among the 12 Jyotirlinga Temples. Times of Indiareports  The gopuram on the northern side, believed to have been built by King Shivaji, served as one of the main entrances to the Sri Bhraramba Mallikharjuna Swamy temple. It developed cracks showing stress and the wood used in it had decayed long back. The state government last carried out repairs to the heritage structure almost 50 years back in 1965.  An experts' committee, which was set up in 2010 to examine the condition of 40 heritage structures and ancient temples in the state after the collapse of the rajagopuram of Srikalahasti temple, had recommended immediate repair of the Shiv

Subala Upanishad Teachings

A collection of teachings from Subala Upanishad There is neither Sat or Asat, nor Sat-asat. He who knows this as seedless in this manner becomes himself seedless. He is neither born, nor dies, nor is deluded, nor split, nor burnt, nor cut – he does not feel angry, and hence he is said to be Atma, capable of  burning all. One attains to this Atma by the six means of satya (truth), dana (Charity), tapas (religious austerities), non-injury to any creature, celibacy and complete indifference to worldly objects. Whoever feels happy with the thought ‘I Know That,’ that learned person’s prana will never get out of his body at the moment of death, but will become absorbed in Brahman; and being absorbed in Brahman, he attains the state the State of Brahman Itself as he who knows this. ---- The passage 'he who knows this as seedless in this manner ....capable of burning all' is a Hindu philosophical or spiritual statement that delves into the concept of transcendence and th

Durga Puja Guide Book for Blind and Visually Impaired

National Institute of Professionals (NIP) in Kolkata – an NGO working for the blind and visually impaired – has released a Durga Puja Guide Book in Braille. The book contains information about Durga Puja in Kolkata, Puja Pandals and also a map of important puja areas in the city.  News Track Indiareports  "With the Braille Durga Puja Guide, which provides a detailed map of all the leading puja pandals of Kolkata, we hope the visually impaired can indulge in pandal-hopping like the rest of the city does," said Debajyoti Roy, secretary of NIP.  The guide book was compiled in collaboration with the Forum For Durgotsab, West Bengal government, Rotary International and Public Relations Society Of India (PRSI).  In addition to the guide book, special arrangements for the differently-abled and senior citizens would also be made.  "There are 180 Durga Puja committees under our forum and every year we take the initiative to do as much as possible to make the differe

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 11 Quiz

This Bhagavad Gita Quiz is based on the 11th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. The aim of the quiz is to understand few important teachings in the eleventh chapter of the Gita. The questions might be tough. The aim of the quiz is to study Gita. You can use Bhagavad Gita in your home to find answers as this will help you in understanding Gita more. If there any mistakes or you would like to add more questions please mail the corrections and questions to hindublog@gmail.com Related Bhagavad Gita Chapter 10 Quiz Gita Chapter 12 Quiz

Paingala Upanishad Teachings

At first this universe was Sat (Be-ness) only. It is spoken of as Brahman which is ever free, which is changeless, which is Truth, Wisdom, and Bliss, and which is full, permanent, and one only without a second. Ishwara has Maya under his control, is omniscient, the original cause of creation, preservation, and dissolution, and the seed of this universe. Ishvara causes the universe which has latent in Him, to manifest itself through the bonds of karma of all creatures like a painted canvas unfurled. Again through the extinction of their karmas, he makes it disappear. In Him alone is latent all the universe , wrapped up like a painted cloth. Explanation Of The Above Quotes: The concept mentioned in the first quote 'at first this universe...without a second' is deeply rooted in Hindu philosophy, particularly in Vedanta, where Brahman is considered the ultimate reality, the source and essence of everything. Here's an expansion on this idea: In the ancient texts of Hi

Vishwakarma Temple in Guwahati in Assam

Vishwakarma Temple in Guwahati in Assam is dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect in Hindu religion. There only very temples that are exclusively dedicated to Vishwakarma. Vishwakarma Temple in Guwahati in Assam is located at the base of the famous Kamakhya Temple . The temple was established in 1965 and is today visited by thousands of people. The temple is also an important converging point during Biswakarma Puja. Today many people instead of keeping Vishwakarma Murti at home are opting to offer prayers in the temple. The temple offers nirmali – holy water – which is taken by traders and smiths to sprinkle on their tools. Times of India reports  The temple was founded by Bhabakanta Sarmah, a panda (priest) of the Kamakhya temple, in association with Mahabir Prasad Dhirasaria, a contractor. Legend goes that Sarmah was visited by Lord Vishwakarma in his dream, which inspired the priest to consecrate the temple on his land at the base of the famous Kama