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A monk (Sadhu) and his disciple.
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Gadisar Lake, located in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, is a man-made reservoir built by Maharawal Gadsi Singh in the 14th century. Originally it was constructed to meet the water needs of the arid region. The lake is surrounded by intricately carved temples, shrines, and ghats, with the most notable temples located on its northern shore. These temples, including the Krishna Temple and the Tilon-ki-Pol, feature exquisite architecture and are significant for both their historical and religious importance.
Pujarin with Puja Thali at Kadu Malleshwara Temple in Bengaluru city. Faith and Rituals
"A religious ritual is a patterned behavior that's connected to a religious belief, custom, or institution. "
Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami 2025
Vasant Panchami day is dedicated to Saraswati, the Goddess of knowledge, music, arts, science and technology. Goddess Saraswati is worshipped on Vasant Panchami day. Vasant Panchami is also known as Shri Panchami and Saraswati Panchami.
People worship Goddess Saraswati to get enlighten with knowledge and to get rid of lethargy, sluggishness and ignorance. This ritual of initiating education to children is known as Akshar-Abhyasam or Vidya-Arambham/Praasana which is one of the famous rituals of Vasant Panchami. Schools and colleges arrange pujas in the morning to seek blessing of the Goddess.
LIFE IS A JOURNEY
PILGRIMS COME TO BENARES
TO END THEIR JOURNEY
to BE CREMATED
In
VARANASI
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Trimbek, INDIA
Hinduism differs from Christianity and other Western religions in that it does not have a single founder, a specific theological system, a single system of morality, or a central religious organization. It consists of "thousands of different religious groups that have evolved in India since 1500 BCE."
Hinduism has grown to become the world's third largest religion, after Christianity and Islam. It claims about 837 million followers - 13% of the world's population. It is the dominant religion in India, Nepal, and among the Tamils in Sri Lanka. According to the "Yearbook of American & Canadian Churches," there are about 1.1 million Hindus in the U.S. The "American Religious Identification Survey" is believed to be more accurate. They estimated smaller number: 766,000 Hindus in 2001. Still, this is a very significant increase from 227,000 in 1990. Statistics Canada estimates that there are about 157,015 Hindus in Canada.
Hinduism is generally regarded as the world's oldest organized religion.
Most forms of Hinduism are henotheistic religions. They recognize a single deity, and view other Gods and Goddesses as manifestations or aspects of that supreme God. Henotheistic and polytheistic religions have traditionally been among the world's most religiously tolerant faiths. However, until recently, a Hindu nationalistic political party controlled the government of India. The linkage of religion, the national government, and nationalism led to a degeneration of the separation of church and state in India. This, in turn, has decreased the level of religious tolerance in that country. The escalation of anti-Christian violence was one manifestation of this linkage. With the recent change in government, the level of violence will diminish.
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On Diwali festival, houses are lit up with oil lamps(clay earthen lamp)..Light is significant in Hinduism because it signifies purity, goodness, good luck and power. Diwali is celebrated on the new moon day when it is absolute darkness everywhere, people light millions of lamps to get rid of the darkness.
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En el hinduísmo, Ganesha es hijo de Shiva y Parvati. Dios de la sabiduría, de los caminos y de las letras. Normalmente es representado con cuatro brazos, gran barriga y cabeza de elefante.
En general, antes de emprender alguna empresa difícil, es costumbre encomendarse a la deidad. Ganesha, como buen dios de los caminos, hará que lo que se empiece en ese momento llege a buen puerto si antes se han encomendado a él con fé.
Ganesha in English
I took this shot in Koktebel, Crimea, it's been drawn on the wall at the beach..pity author has not signed their work. Even rat is here :-)
Krishna, achte Inkarnation von Vishnu, Verkörperung von Liebe, Lebensfreude und Weisheit. Mehr über Krishna in der Yoga Vidya Krishna Galerie.
"Lotus flowers [Nelumbo nucifera] are one of the most prominent tokens in Eastern cultures. In Hinduism and Buddhism, they’re considered the most sacred flower. Hieroglyphics from Ancient Egypt show this delicate flower alongside priests and pharaohs. Statues of Buddhist monks often include a lotus flower. Vietnamese and Indian people often associate the flower with gods and goddesses.
What is it about the lotus flower that has pushed it into legends for centuries? Beyond its beauty, it is the mystery that enshrouds the flower. The question surrounds its survival.
To understand, we must first explore the details of the lotus flower. We’ll delve into its history, properties, and symbolic meaning.
A cause for much of the mystery surrounding lotus flowers is that they are living fossils. Their existence stretches back some 145.5 million years. Lotus flowers even survived the Ice Age (1.8 million – 10,000 years ago). The Ice Age was a time of great geological and ecological change. Most plants in the northern hemisphere became extinct during this era.
This hardy flower also grows naturally from Russia to Australia, China to Iran. It seems they can survive the extremes of any climate.
These facts have contributed to lotus symbolism in cultures and religions throughout time." Source: flowerglossary.com
In Hinduism, a sadhu is a religious ascetic or holy person. He is solely dedicated to achieving liberation, the fourth and final stage of life, through meditation and contemplation of Brahman. Sadhus often wear saffron-coloured clothing, symbolising their renunciation, leaving behind all material attachments.
Living as a sadhu is a difficult lifestyle. Sadhus are considered to be dead unto themselves, and legally dead to the country of India. As a ritual, they may be required to attend their own funeral before following a guru for many years, serving him by doing menial tasks until acquiring the necessary experience to leave his leadership.
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early morning
fog mist
in the town
KRISHNA
was born in
VINDRAVAN/MATHURA
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Beautifully carved Lord Shiva's Damru on the silver Temple door in Bengaluru.
"A damaru is a small two-headed drum, used in Hinduism and Tibetan Buddhism. In Hinduism, the damru is known as the instrument of the deity Shiva, and is said to be created by Shiva to produce spiritual sounds by which the whole universe has been created and regulated. In Tibetan Buddhism, the damaru is used as an instrument in tantric practices."
The Govind Dev Ji Temple attracts thousands of devotees daily, who flock to seek blessings, participate in religious ceremonies, and experience the profound spiritual atmosphere within its sacred precincts. practice of washing before praying, known as "abhishek," is an integral part of worship at the Temple. Devotees cleanse themselves with water before entering the temple sanctum to offer prayers to Lord Krishna. This ritual symbolizes purification of the body, mind, and soul, preparing worshippers for spiritual communion with the divine.
Man feeding a cow a banana on the streets of Varanasi, India
Cows hold sacred status in India, revered as symbols of motherhood, fertility, and divine grace in Hinduism. They are considered manifestations of the goddess Kamadhenu, embodying purity and abundance. This reverence extends to their presence in city streets, where they freely roam as a ubiquitous part of urban life. Despite rapid urbanization, cows are often seen wandering through bustling streets, temples, and markets, coexisting peacefully with city dwellers.
The practice of feeding cows on city streets is deeply rooted in cultural and religious traditions. Many Hindus consider it a virtuous act, believed to bring blessings and good fortune. Devotees and locals offer food such as grains, fruits, and vegetables to cows as a form of charity and reverence, symbolizing respect for all living beings. This act of kindness towards cows aligns with the principle of ahimsa (non-violence) in Hinduism, emphasizing compassion and harmony with all creatures.
While the sight of cows freely roaming urban streets may seem chaotic to outsiders, it reflects the deeply ingrained cultural values and spiritual beliefs that permeate Indian society, where the sacredness of life extends to even the humblest of creatures.
Photo taken from a boat across the river Ganga (Ganges) during our boat ride from Dakhineshwar Mandir to Belur Math and Adyapeeth, which are on the other side of the river.
Statute of Lord Murugan guarding the shrine. There are 272 steps lead to the entrance of Batu Cave.
Selangor, Malaysia
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“Poverty is the worst form of violence.”
— Mahatma Gandhi, Indian political and spiritual leader
The child might not belong
to her.
Many beggars rent, yes
rent babies
to make more money
begging
amongst the thousands
that visit this holy shrine
@
NIZAM UD DIN
in
DELHI
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The child being held is offering flowers to the goddess Durga via the Brahmin who is lending a hand during the auspicious occasion of Ashtami. Durga puja is one of the largest Hindu festivals in the world,.