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Chandravardai Of Ajmer – 12th century Poet Of Rajasthan

Chandravardai (1148 – 91 AD) was the 12 th century poet of Rajasthan. He was a great friend of the last Hindu king of Delhi, Prithviraj Chauhan (1159 – 93), and the chief poet of his court. Family of Chandravardai belonged to Punjab and the Chauhan family of Ajmer (Rajasthan) was their patron. His father’s name was Rao Ven. He himself was a devotee of Goddess Jalapa. The title of ‘Bardai’ alludes of his being considered the boon of this goddess. He was married twice, first to Kamala and then to Gauri. Of this four sons, Jalla was considered to best. It is said that when Shahabuddin Ghori captured Prithviraj Chauhan and took him to Ghazni, Chandravardai went retrieve his friend and king, and asked his son Jalla to complete the epic Prithviraj Raso for him, should he fail to return. Literary Works of Chandravardai Chandravardai’s fame as a poet of the genre virakavya – a kind of epic balad – remains unsurpassed. Prithviraj Raso is considered to be the first major b

Naroshankar Temple History – Naroshankar Bell – Nashik Naroshankar Mandir Architecture

The Naroshankar Temple, in Panchavati area, on the banks of Godavari River is a very good example of Peshwai period architecture – expert artisans used designs suitable and harmonious with the natural surroundings. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Naroshankar Temple History The Naroshankar Temple was constructed in 1747 AD by Chieftain Naroshankar Rajebahaddur alias Dani. The temple then cost 1.8 million rupees. The temple is of great significance due to the bell and its architecture.  Naroshankar Temple is completely devoid of any Muslim influence as it was built during the heydays of the Peshwas. The temple shows an influence of Rajasthani and Gujarati architecture. Carpenters, fresco painters, sculptors, artisans and masons from Gujarat and Rajasthan (Rajputana) came during the period of 17th and 18th-century period and they trained local artisans. They were also instrumental in designing and executing many temples of the period. Naroshankar Temple Bell

Kaal Bhairav Puja Offerings - Flowers - Fruits

Devotees are worried as to what are the correct offerings to the Kaal Bhairava form of Shiva. Here is a look the flowers and fruits that are offered to Kaal Bhairava. Donating Lemon or Making garland of lemon  – desire fulfillment, overcome fear, overcome various kinds of bhadas like ghosts etc. Lighting mustard oil lamp before Bhairav  – to defeat enemies Abir, gulal and rice  offering in temple – for fame and wealth Black Urad Dal  donation in temple or poor people – Success in life Black sesame (Kala til)  donation in temple – To defeat enemies Black cloth in temple or to poor people – To overcome horoscope related problems. Blue flowers  in temple or at home puja – for desire fulfillment Feeding black dog – this helps in avoid all problems in horoscope related to Shani navagraha. Visiting Bhairav Temple for 40 days – Helps in achieving materialistic desires. Reading Bhairav Chalisa for 40 days – Success in spiritual path. Chanting Kalabhairava Asht

Swami Veda Bharati Quotes And Teachings

A collection of quotes and teachings of Swami Veda Bharati (1933 - 2015). He was the founder of Association of Himalayan Yoga Meditation Societies International (AHYMSIN) and the Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama in Rishikesh, India. Learn to give love, instead of asking for it. Stop being self-centered; cry no longer words such as ‘I was rejected’, ‘I am unloved’, ‘I am lonely’. When you do this, you are reinforcing these thoughts. People see you and move away because they are afraid of what you might demand. Loving and not expecting something is the secret of being loved. Avoid clinging and resist the temptation of wanting to pour out your own story. Think of selfless ways of loving, without fear of rejection. Even before you begin to feel that you are being loved, you will begin to feel a sense of satisfaction because you have been selfless. Find the positive concealed in the negative, free the mind of being in conflict. By learning to resolve conflicts, de-condition the mind o