Dynaneshwari is the first and the most popular Marathi commentary on the Bhagavad Gita. Below is the link to Gyaneshwari in Marathi in pdf format. Gyaneshwari continues to be read and discussed in Maharashtrian homes and its translation into various languages continues to inspire millions of people around the world. The text is provided by Gita Press of Gorakhpur. Link – Gyaneshwari in Marathi in pdf

Haripath is a popular prayer dedicated to Hindu God Vishnu and his manifestations. Below is the Haripath in Marathi language in pdf. Please note that this is text version and not audio. The text is provided by Gita Press of Gorakhpur. Link – Haripath in Marathi It is a collection of 28 Abhanga's dedicated to Srihari Vishnu. It was composed by Jnaneshwar, the great Marathi Sain-Poet of 13th Century.

Overcoming Hydrophobia in Hinduism: Practical Solutions, Mantras, and Spiritual Guidance Hydrophobia, or the fear of water, can be paralyzing for some individuals, preventing them from engaging in normal activities like swimming, bathing, or even being near water bodies. Hinduism offers spiritual, practical, and therapeutic solutions to overcome this fear through the worship of certain deities, the use of mantras, and mental conditioning rooted in religious and spiritual teachings. 1. Theological Significance of Water in Hinduism In Hinduism, water is a sacred element, symbolizing purity, life, and renewal. River deities and the ocean god Varuna are highly revered, and many rites and rituals begin with water as a cleansing agent. Overcoming hydrophobia in the Hindu tradition is not only about confronting fear but also deepening one's connection with this divine element. 2. Mantras and Deities for Overcoming Hydrophobia Several deities in Hinduism are associated with water, health, ...

Gupteshwar Mahadev Temple is located on Madan Mahal Mountain in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh. The temple is believed to have existed during the Ramayana period. It is believed that Bhagavan Sri Ram, Mata Sita and Lakshman visited the temple during their exile period in the Ramayan. Legend has it that Sri Ram wanted to have a darshan of Maa Narmada during his sojourn in the Chitrakoot region. Bhagavan Sri Ram offered chunari to Maa Narmada and made a Shivling out of sand and worshipped it. Thus, Sri Ram created the Shivling worshipped here during the Treta Yuga. The temple was hidden for long time. A big boulder had blocked the opening of the cave. The temple was discovered in 1890. Thousands of devotees visit the temple in Shravan month. Shivratri is the most important festival here.

Siddhanath Mahadev Yatra at Khargone is observed in Bhadrapad month. On this day the murti worshipped in the Sidhnath Mahadev Temple comes out of temple in traditional attire to interact with devotees – Mahadev Sidhnath. In 2026, this ritual at Khargone is held on August 30. After the abhishek and puja in the temple, Shri Siddhanath Mahadev comes out and settles in a designated place in the temple. After prayers performed here Shri Siddhanath Mahadev moves out into the city. Nagada, Janja-manjira and dol tashe is played on the occasion. People chant the name of Mahadev as he makes his way through the crowd. It takes nearly 20 hours to complete the entire process of the tour of the town. Siddhanath Mahadev Yatra at Khargone is annually observed on Bhadrapada Krishna Paksha Dwitiya Tithi or the second day during the waxing phase of moon in Bhadrapad month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Madhya Pradesh.

Padmakshi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Padmakshi who is fondly referred as ‘Amma’ or ‘mother.’ She is the consort of Lord Shiva. The present shrine is believed to have been built during the 12th century by the Kakatiya rulers. The deity is also referred as Padmakshamma and the shrine is located atop a Gutta or a hill. The pond at the foot of the Padmakshi hillock is a sacred tirth. Annakonda Pillar in the temple is a unique piece of architecture. The quadrangular column is made in black granite stone and is located at the entrance of the shrine. The four faces of pillar are imposing. The most important festival in the shrine is the Batukamma festival observed during Navratri (September – October). More than 100,000 women participate in the festival.

Gajendra Moksha, or Gajendra Moksham, is an important incident found in the Bhagavata Purana and it shows the importance of Bhakti, prayer and true devotion. There is also deep symbolic meaning to this famous incident in Hinduism.  Story Of Vishnu Saving Elephant From Crocodile Once there was an elephant named Gajendra. He was the king of a huge herd of elephants and he had thousands of queen elephants with whom he used to bathe and play in a huge lake. Gajendra was proud about his status and on a summer day he was arrogantly bathing in the lake with his friends. Suddenly a crocodile from below caught him by the foot and tried to pull him to the bottom of the lake. Gajendra fought hard to get rid of the crocodile but the battle continued for thousand years. In the meantime, all this friends and queens deserted him. Finally realization dawned on an exhausted Gajendra and he prayed to Lord Vishnu. Soon Lord Vishnu appeared before him and on seeing the Lord, Gajendra pl...

Apah are water goddesses mentioned in the Vedas. They are mainly mentioned in the Rig Veda. As Water goddesses they cleanse and purify devotees. They bless them with boons. They also grant vitality, immortality and strength. They are also mentioned in the Mahabharata and the Puranas. As per the Vedas, Indra, the king of Devas, is believed to have made channels for them to flow into the sea. Apah are mentioned mostly as a group of goddesses and they are mothers are wives in the Vedas. They participate in the yajnas (sacrifice). They partake in the offerings and they also bless with boons. It is said that waters of Apah are filled with honey. They also carry milk and honey and they are pleasing the Devas. Related Pushan – Vedic Deity in Hindu Tradition

Bade Mathuradhish Mandir at Patan Pole near Kota is dedicated to Bhagavan Sri Krishna. The shrine is located at Patanpol locality which is around 7 km from Kota Railway Station. Legend has it that a murti of Shri Mathureshji was moving through Kota and heading towards another place. The chariot carrying the murti was moving through Kota amidst ritualistic chanting. The chariot suddenly stopped in front of the haveli of Rai Dwarakadasji, a minister of the king of Kota. People tried several ways to move the chariot but it did not move an inch. Rai Dwarakadasji then offered prayers to Bhagavan Sri Krishna and asked the Lord to reside is his house. The chariot then moved and the murti was enshrined in the Haveli. The murti to this day is enshrined in the same haveli. The temple follows the rituals of Pushtimargiya. Sri Krishna is worshipped in his child form here. This temple is the Pratham Peeth (first seat) of Pushtimarg. The architecture is similar to the...

Ramdevji of Ramdevra is widely considered as a manifestation of Ranchor – Bhagavan Sri Krishna. He is also known as Ramdevpir or Ramsha Pir. The story of Ramdevji of Ramdevra shows us that devotion and faith is above caste, gender and class. Ramdevji symbolically represents the fierce power of divinity willing to listen to voice of the oppressed. Ramdevji was born in the royal house of Ajmal, a Rajput feudal king of Pokaran village in Rajasthan. Ramdevji’s father Ajmal prayed for a boy child to Ranchor. He got his wish fulfilled but instead of becoming an heir for the throne, the child took up the life of a Sadhu. He left behind his princely comfort and status. He moved around singing bhajans and performing miracles for devotees. Legend has it that once Ramdevji was traveling through a village. It was the day of Raksha Bandhan. Ramdevji came across a young woman belong to the untouchable caste. She was crying. He asked her name and inquired as to why she was cryin...