It’s inaccurate to say that South Indians “worship” Ravana or respect him more than Rama. While there are certain regional traditions and interpretations within South India that acknowledge Ravana’s complexities, the idea of widespread worship or greater respect compared to Rama is a misleading generalization. Here’s a breakdown of the Read more…
The reasons why Ravana didn’t touch Sita, despite abducting her, are debated within Ramayana interpretations. Here are the popular explanations: 1. Curse A popular explanation within the Ramayana itself involves a curse upon Ravana. According to various versions, he either: Angered Nalakuvara, son of Kubera (Ravana’s stepbrother), by attempting to Read more…
While the title of “largest” can be interpreted in different ways (size, number of visitors, etc.), here are two of the most notable Hindu temples in the UK based on their size and popularity: 1. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, London Located in Neasden, London, this architectural marvel is the largest Read more…
The activities within Hindu temples in the United States can be broadly categorized into two main areas: religious practices and community activities. Religious Practices Puja (Worship): This is the central religious activity in a Hindu temple. Priests perform pujas in the sanctum sanctorum (garbhagriha) before the deities, involving offerings, prayers, Read more…
The income of a Hindu priest in a temple in the USA can vary widely and is influenced by several factors such as the size and financial status of the temple, location, the experience and qualifications of the priest, and the specific responsibilities assigned to them. In many cases, Hindu Read more…
The Dakshineswar Kali Temple‘s significance transcends being just a beautiful temple. Here are some of the key elements that make it special: Religious Significance Dedicated to Bhavatarini: Unlike many Kali temples focused on her fierce aspect, Dakshineswar celebrates her benevolent form, Bhavatarini, the savior of the world. This attracts devotees Read more…
Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu navaratna temple in Dakshineswar, Kolkata, West Bengal, India. Situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the presiding deity of the temple is Bhavatarini (Kali), a form of Mahadevi or Parashakti Adya Kali, otherwise known as Adishakti Kalika. The temple was built in Read more…
The use of phones for photography and videography is indeed banned within the premises of the Kedarnath Temple. There are several reasons for this: Respect for sanctity and tradition: The Kedarnath Temple is a highly revered Hindu pilgrimage site. The ban aims to maintain the temple’s sanctity and preserve the Read more…
India is a land steeped in history and tradition, and its temples are a testament to this. These architectural marvels are not just places of worship, but also storehouses of ancient knowledge, engineering feats, and fascinating stories. Here are some mind-blowing facts about Indian temples that will leave you awestruck: Read more…
Name: Taraknath TempleLocation: Tarakeswar, Hooghly district, West BengalAge: Approximately 295 yearsBuilt: 1729 ADHistory: Believed to be built around a “swayambhu linga” (self-manifested) discovered by Raja Bharamalla Rao. While the temple structure dates to 1729, the site might have been a place of worship even before that. The Tarakeswar Temple, also Read more…