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Theory Of Error As Per Madhvacharya Philosophy

Error is the opposite of knowledge. Different schools of Hindu philosophy have discussed the nature of error and its occurrence with great interest. Jayatirtha has expounded theory of error in Madhvacharya philosophy after showing inadequacies in the theories of other schools. The Dvaita or “dualist” school of Hindu Vedanta philosophy originated in 13th-century South India with Sri Madhvacharya (Madhva). The Dvaita theory of error is known as abhinava – anyatha khyati. According to this theory, whenever there are any defects in either the subjective or the objective conditions of knowledge, error occurs. The appearance of unreal as real and of real as unreal is illusion. In bhranti (error), the non-existent is present as existent and the existent is presented as non-existent. The Dvaita school subscribes neither to the view of the wholesale unreality of the constituents of an error nor to the view that one real object appears as another real object existing elsewhere. Contact wit

Kuravanji Nadagam – Dance Drama Popular In Tamil Nadu

Kuravanji Nadagam is woven around the theme of a woman falling in love with a king or a minister or a local deity. The term Kuravanji denotes a Tamil work, Prabandham, which falls in the category of Nadaga-t-Tamil. Kuravanji Nadagam is traced to the tribal vanavasi (woman) and the kuratti predicting the fulfillment of the heroine’s longing to be with her lover. She speaks in glorious terms of her tribe and of the accuracy with which her tribesman could foretell the events to come. Originally, this dramatic presentation was known as Kuzhava Natakam. The kuravanji type of composition takes its place between the classical Bhagavata mela nadagam and the rustic Terukkuttu. This folk art has been elevated to classical heights by adopting the theme relating to a temple, or the love towards the Lord or even the life of a devotee. The earliest of them is Tirukurrala Kuravanji of Tirukuta Rasappa Kaviryar, which gives a vivid picture of Tirucourralisvarar, the Lord of Kutralam, the

Anakulangara Temple At Mutholy Near Pala

Anakulangara temple is located at Arunapuram in Mutholy village near Pala in Kottayam district, Kerala. The main deities worshipped in the Aanakulangara temple are Goddess Durga and Goddess Bhadrakali. The deities face east. Thrikarthika in Vrischikam month and Pathamudayam in Medam are the important festival dates in the temple. The temple belonged to a community that arrived here from neighboring Tamil Nadu to do business. An ancient manuscript (ola) associated with the temple belonging to kollavarsham 900 was retrieved from the Chettiar community. The community had built the temple and a business center in Pala. They got the permission for this from Meenachil Karthavu, who was a local ruler.

Adinadu Sakthikulangara Temple Near Karunagappally - Kollam - Festival

Adinadu Sakthikulangara Temple is located at Clappana Village, around 6 km northeast, of Karunagappally in Kollam district, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess Durga. The temple is one among 108 Durga temples in Kerala and is mentioned in the text Keralolpathi. Along with Goddess Durga, Aishwarya Yakshi is also worshipped in the same sanctum – sreekovil. The Durga Bimbam worshipped in the temple is nearly four feet. The darshan of the temple is towards eastern side. The upa devatas worshipped in the temple Shiva, Ganapati, Nagam and Mahalakshmi. It is believed that Goddess Durga Vigraham worshipped here was initially installed at Ayyankoickal Shiva temple (a kilometer away from present temple). But it was later installed in the current temple as the main murti.   The main offering in the temple is Iratti Payasam. The karnma shanti of this temple was Palakkottu Madom. The annual festival in the temple is held for 10 days beginning of Uthrattathi nakshatra in Kumbham mon

Goddess Rurujit Form Of Bhadrakali

Goddess Rurujit is a fierce and unimaginably powerful form of Goddess Bhadrakali. Mother Goddess Kali took this form to defeat demon Ruru. This is mentioned in the Varaha Purana. Legend has it that Goddess Roudri form of Mother Goddess Shakti was meditating on the foothills of Mount Neeli. During this period a powerful demon named Ruru wrecked havoc across the universe. He drove out the Devas or demigods from their abodes. The fleeing Devas approached Goddess Roudri. Goddess Roudri could not bear her children being tormented. Her body became red hot and the universe was filled with a strange light that emanated from her. Embers appeared from her body and from the embers appeared Goddess Bhadrakali. Goddess Bhadrakali ran towards Demon Ruru and engaged him in a fierce battle. Soon she overpowered the demon and killed him. As she killed demon Ruru, she came to be known as Rurujit. Worship of Ruruji form of Goddess Kali is highly complex and powerful. Such temples are located main

Anjoor Temple – Anjoor Shiva – Subramanya Temple Near Thrissur

Anjoor temple is located at Anjoor, around 12 south of Kunnamkulam, in Thrissur district, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Vishnu, Shiva and Subramanya. All the murtis have equal importance. Bhagavan Vishnu worshipped in Sri Rama sankalpam. The sanctum sanctorum of Subrahmanya is circular – vatta sreekovil. The Upa Devatas worshiped in the temple are Ayyappan, Ganapathi and Vettakkorumakan. The most important festival held in the temple is Shivratri. Thaipooyam, Sri Ram Navami and Skanda Sashti are the other festivals. The temple earlier belonged to Poongattu, Pillanezhi, Kogorppalli and Thottappaya manas (Brahmin families). Alungal Bhagavathi temple is located nearby and it once belonged to Nediyedath Mana. A Shiva temple of Mundoor mana is also located nearby.

Kamdev Beej Mantra

Kamdev Beej Mantra is the single letter used to represent all that is Hindu God Kamadeva or Manmatha – the goddess of love. The mantra has numerous benefits and should be used wisely and carefully and with utmost devotion. Kamdev Beej Mantra is ‘Kleem.’ - क्लीं।  Chanting the mantra at night is considered highly auspicious. The person chanting the mantra should wear yellow color clothes. The offerings should include fragrant flowers, chandan, ittar (sweet smelling water) and sugarcane. The lamp should be lit using pure cow ghee. The mantra should be chanted 108 times. Those seeking desire fulfillments related to sex will have it fulfilled. The mantra is highly helpful to those have sex related problems including lack of interest and lack of libido. The mantra also helps in curing sex related diseases. Please note that beej mantras are highly powerful mantras and they should not be used for fun or as tattoo or carelessly. It can create negative energy and untoward happenings in

Goddess Sri Kurumba Worshipped In North Kerala

Goddess Sri Kurumba is widely worshipped in North Kerala. She is a village goddess and is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti. It is believe that the Goddess brings Vasuri or poxes. She also has the power to cure them. Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi is also known as Cheerumba and Cheerma. The Goddess got the name as she provides coolness or chill to devotees. As per many scholars and devotees, Sri Kurumba is the manifestation of Kodungallur Bhagavathy. The Goddess is worshipped by communities like Thachanmar, Theeyar, Mukkuvar and Karimpalar. A ritual known as Kannikettu is observed by Karimpalar community. The Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi is usually worshipped in a grove or kavukal. Annually special rituals like pattu utsavam is held in the sacred places associated with the goddess. The ritual is held on Bharani nakshatra day. The most famous temples of Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi are located at Peelikkodu, Cheruvathur, Payyanur, Madayi and Koyonkara.

What Is God Experience?

I had longed for God. I had given long years of service to my pupils for I was a teacher of youth - and, yet, the Truth was not revealed to me. I sought my Teacher, J.Krishnamurti, and when we were alone on the hills with the snow-clad peaks of Kanchenjunga in front of us, I ventured to ask him to tell me of God. At first he was silent, and then, suddenly, he spoke to me. "Look there and tell me what you feel". I gazed at the glory of the entire range of the eternal snowy mountains, and told him what I saw. He seemed disappointed, and I too knew that I had not understood, for, my heart and mind were burdened with many anxieties and much sorrow. Years passed, and I still aspired and searched and once again I sought my Teacher, and asked him if he could not remove the dark cloud of ignorance from my heart and mind. We were walking on the Adyar bridge and he explained to me with infinite patience the nature of God-experience. "You are perfectly well, are you not?"

Dreaming Of Zombies – Meaning – Dream Of Zombie Apocalypse – Attack

Dreaming zombies, zombie apocalypse – attack etc are very common thanks to Hollywood movies. Such dreams really have no meaning. There are no such things as zombies in nature. But if you are seeing zombies in dream without watching any movies etc then it has meaning and significance. Dreaming of zombies chasing you means you will see return of old problems. A secret of yours will be exposed. You might face embarrassing situations. You might be shamed or strangers might chase you. Zombie as per dream interpretation and meaning means a dead body that has been brought back to life by a supernatural force. It also means a spirit that reanimates a dead body. If you see a zombie dream naturally (that is not after watching movie or reading etc) then it means you will be facing health issues, relationship trouble and death like situation in near future. Dreaming of zombie apocalypse means you will make enemies soon. It also means your friends or relatives might turn against you. Dream

15 June 2021 Tithi - Panchang - Hindu Calendar - Good Time - Nakshatra – Rashi

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Tuesday, 15 June 2021 – It is Shukla Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth day during the waxing or light phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Shukla Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth day during the waxing or light phase of moon till 7:17 PM on June 15. Then onward it is Shukla Paksha Sashti tithi or the sixth day during the waxing or light phase of moon till 6:38 PM on June 16. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.  Good – Auspicious time on June 15, 2021 as per Hindu Calendar – There is no good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Ashlesha or Ayilyam Nakshatra till 6:59 PM on June 15. Then onward it is Magha or Makam Nakshatra till 7:03 PM on June 16. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Ashlesha or Ayily