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Lakshman Rekha: A Divine Boundary with Consequences
Lakshman Rekha: A Divine Boundary with Consequences Growing up, I often heard the phrase, “Sita was also required to adhere to the Lakshman Rekha. To defy it, who are you?”…
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Erakesvara Temple A Sacred Jewel
Erakesvara Temple, In the village of Pillalamarri, located in the Suryapet district of Telangana (distinct from the Pillalamarri in Mahbubnagar district), three historic temples from the 12th and 13th centuries…
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Saptakoteshwar Temple: Goa’s Iconic Shiva Shrine
Saptakoteshwar Temple: Goa's Iconic Shiva Shrine Through the Ages The Saptakoteshwar Temple in Narve, Goa, holds great historical significance, with roots dating back to ancient times. This temple has experienced…
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Shiva Tandava: The Cosmic Dance of Destruction and Creation
Shiva Tandava: When Shiva danced, the entire cosmos joined in! He’s not just any god – he’s Nataraja, the ultimate Lord of Dance. One of Shiva’s Pancha Kriyas is dance…
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Hanuman: An Eternal Icon of Courage and Compassion
Hanuman, One of the most loved and respected figures in the Ramayana has gotta be Hanumanji, the ultimate powerhouse of a god! Even though the story revolves around Ram and Sita,…
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Shitala How India enabled Vaccination
Shitala: A Journey Through Ancient Vaccination Practices and Timeless Wisdom Shitala, The book’s called Shitala, and it’s named after Shitala Devi, a young goddess who’s shown riding a donkey, holding…
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Mangaladevi Temple: An Archaeological Wonder in the Wild
Mangaladevi Temple, There’s this old gem of a temple in the Idukki district near Kumali – the Mangaladevi Temple. What’s unique? It opens its doors to devotees just once a…
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Kashiraj Kali Temple: A Heritage Marvel
Kashiraj Kali Temple, Architecture is a visual art, and the structures speak for themselves. Atemple is a history; a temple lost is a history lost; a temple maintained is a…
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Malanada Temple: A Rare Tribute to Duryodhana
Malanada Temple: A Rare Tribute to Duryodhana Duryodhana is worshipped at the Poruvazhi Peruviruthi Malanada Temple, located in the Kollam district of Kerala. Unlike traditional temples, this temple does not…
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Nageshwar Temple: A Hidden Gem in the Deccan
Nageshwar Temple: A Hidden Gem in the Deccan The Nageshwar Shiva temple is situated in the village of Khireshwar, on the banks of the Kalu River, at the base of…