Countless religions have come and gone since the beginning of human civilization, but Hinduism has always stood against time, making it the oldest religion in the world. Despite its antiquity, some questions never got solved. One such question is – Vishnu & Shiva are said to be the supreme gods in Hinduism. They are the holy part of the Trimurti – a group of three gods (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva)…
With the success of animated films expanding beyond mainstream children’s genres, Indian production houses are now venturing into creating full-length animated movies, encompassing both 2D and 3D formats. These films draw inspiration from popular Indian mythological stories, primarily the epics of Mahabharata and Ramayana, along with their iconic characters. Here’s a compilation of top-tier animated films based on Indian mythology. Ramayana – Legend of Prince Ram (1993) The 1993 anime…
Lord Yama (also known as Yamraj) is a popular god in Hinduism. He is best known as the god of death and the punisher of sinners, capturing and purifying the souls of all living being. He is the ruler of Naraka, the Hindu equivalent of hell. In the Hindu pantheon, Lord Yama is called by many names, such as Yamaraja, Dharmaraja, Kala, and so on. The majority of Hindus (and…
Not much is written about the daughter of Lord Yama (or, the hindu god of death). However, two puranas – Padma Purana and Bhagavata Purana mention her as the eldest daughter of Mrityu. Don’t be confused; Lord Yama is also sometimes addressed as mrityu (or, death) in serevel hindu texts. According to these puranas, Sunita (or, Sunitha) was the name of Lord Yama’s daughter. She is described as a ugly…
Most of the present-day Hinduism is directly or indirectly based on the legends written in the Puranas. It is a vast collection of ancient literature (originally written in Sanskrit) covering a wide range of subjects, especially the stories of the various gods and deities in Hinduism. The Puranas were composed in the post-Mahabharata period. Because not all the sections of the Puranas were written by a single person, we often…
Lord Shiva is one of the most well-known hindu-gods in the world. People know him best as the god of ultimate destruction, however a few ancient scriptures mention him as the resurrector of the universe as well. He is among the three most prominent gods of Hinduism (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva himself), also known as the Trimurti. Lord Shiva is one of those gods who not only has a large…
India is the birthplace of some of the major and oldest religions in the world. The most ancient ones are Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. According to some experts, the earliest roots of Hinduism can be traced back to prehistoric times, over ten thousand years ago. In modern times, the leftover cultural influence of these ancient religions can be seen in many parts of Southeastern Asia, China, and Afghanistan as well….
Mantras are basically a group of Sanskrit words or syllables that may or may not have a literal meaning, but it’s a well-established fact that when chanted or uttered in a specific rhythm and style, mantras can unlock many psychological or spiritual powers. However, not all mantras are made equal. Some are intended for doing prayers, some for performing sacred rituals, some are for speaking aloud and some are not….
Lord Shiva is one of the three main deities of Hinduism. Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva are collectively called the trinity. They carry out an infinite cycle of creation, operation, and destruction of the entire universe. Among these three deities, Lord Shiva, as being the god of destruction, is responsible for the destruction and re-emergence of the universe. This endless cycle of birth and rebirth of cosmic creation is the basic…
Lord Yama is the Hindu god of death, dharma, and justice. He rules the realm of hell, also known as Yamaloka. He has quite a big influence on the core believers in Hinduism. Throughout India, Lord Yama is widely recognised by other names as well, such as Yamraj, Kaladeva, and Dharmaraja. According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Yama is in charge of carrying out afterlife justice on people’s souls. He’s mentioned…
Lord Shiva is the Hindu god of destruction, responsible for destroying the universe and laying the foundation for a new beginning when the time comes. He is a member of the trinity (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva), involved in the creation, welfare, and destruction of the cosmic universe. Devotees of Lord Shiva thus worship him in all of his forms in order to please him and obtain moksha after death. He…
Goddess worship has long been an integral part of Hindu culture. Here, devotees think of them as the ultimate divine mother, who is responsible for both the creation of the universe, and its protection from the opposite side of evil forces. There are many goddesses who are shown with multiple heads and arms, to convey their strength and power. However, those extra hands of these goddesses only come up visible,…
