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Devarshi Narada had taken Kayadhu to his ashram in order to make his mother a devotee. In the ashram itself, Narada gave the rites of devotion to God to Kayadhu and the fetus. It is said about Prahlad that he had received the rites of devotion in the womb of his mother.  Prahlad became aContinue reading “Bhakt  Shiromani Prahlad#2”

      YOU MUST KNOW #14 Why Hanuman is Shown Tearing Open His Own Chest Once Sita gave Hanuman a necklace of pearls. After a while, the residents of Ayodhya observed him breaking the necklace and inspecting each pearl minutely. Intrigued they asked him the reason. “I am looking for Rama and Sita,” replied Hanuman.  Laughing atContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman“

Prahlad was born in the Daitya clan, whose parents were from the Daitya caste (Prahlad In Hindi). Even after taking birth in the Daitya clan, he was absorbed in the devotion of Lord Vishnu, due to which to date his name is taken as the biggest devotees of Lord Vishnu. Today we will learn inContinue reading “Bhakt  Shiromani Prahlad#1”

      YOU MUST KNOW #13 Why Idols of Hanuman are Red in Color Every morning in Ayodhya, Hanuman Ji would observe Sita put a red mark on her forehead and smear the parting of her hair with vermilion powder, enacting a ritual which is the exclusive prerogative of married women in India. Veer Hanuman Being naturallyContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman“

                   you must read #11 All the Devas, Asuras, and Gods [Even Lord Vishnu had come in his human form] were waiting for the Goddess to choose. Every God wondered who would be the lucky one. Goddess Lakshmi saw all the assembled Devas, Asuras, and Gods. She studied Dark God Vishnu with his beautiful twinkling eyesContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu“

      YOU MUST KNOW #12 Hence was she trembling with wrath? With folded hands, Hanuman addressed her: “O Great Mother, no way have I compromised on the sacred worth of your milk. I am but a mere servant. During that visit, I had been instructed only to search for Sita and not kill Ravana. Had IContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman“

                   you must read #10 The other Gods winked at Indra knowing that his plan had worked well. The Asuras were feeling very happy that Indra had not got the upper hand. They laughed at Indra for being such a coward for not fighting… However, their happiness was short-lived. After the churning started the Devas realizedContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu“

      YOU MUST KNOW #11 Hanuman and the Potency of Mother’s Milk After the annihilation of Ravana, Rama asked Hanuman how he would like to be thanked for his services. He answered, “My lord, let me spend the rest of my days in your service.” Rama gladly accepted the request. Thus Hanuman too boarded the chariot,Continue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman“

   you must read #9 Vayu looked strangely at Indra, ‘What happened? I remember lifting Mount Mandara, and then nothing…’ Bali was meanwhile looking after his colleagues and making sure they were ok. He looked at Vishnu and thanked Vishnu. Indra explained to Vayu and the other Gods about how they were crushed under the Mountain.Continue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu“

      YOU MUST KNOW # 10 Hanuman and Tantra Tantra represents the occult side of Hinduism. With the aid of chants (mantras) and diagrams (yantras) Tantriks (practitioners of Tantra) channelize the powers of the cosmos for the advantage of humanity. Tantriks believe that Hanuman is the most accomplished of their lot having achieved the much- soughtContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman“

                   you must read #8 Indra nodded his head. Vasuki nodded his head satisfied. Being the king of snakes and a God, he could get away from all the stretching and pulling without getting hurt too much. Soon the big day arrived, the Devas and the Asuras went to Mount Mandara. They prayed to Mount MandaraContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu”

             you must know # 9 At last, the monkeys confronted Mandodari, the chief wife of Ravana. They bared their teeth, beat their chests, and began to grunt menacingly. Terrified, Mandodari lamented, “Woe is me. My husband meditates while monkeys threaten my chastity.” Her words ashamed Ravana, he opens his eyes and rushed to her defense. Continue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman“

                   you must read #7 The Gods bowed their heads and thanked Vishnu, their joy knew no bounds. Already their visit to Lord Vishnu had revived them. Indra and the other Gods began to feel stronger… ‘Take care of the other things.’ Vishnu said. As the Gods were about to leave, Vishnu called them, ‘ MakeContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu“

             you must know # 8 Navagrahas: Nine Planetary Gods – Surya, Chandra, Mangal, Budha, Brihaspati, Shukra, Shani, Rahu and Ketu Hanuman as Protector Against Negative Astrological Influences Mahiravana’s death filled Ravana’s heart with fear. He consulted the court astrologers who studied his horoscope and decreed that the alignment of celestial bodies was not in hisContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman“

 you must read # 6 Agni looked at Varuna, slowly a hope creeping into his tired eyes. However Indra frowned, ‘However my Lord, how can we get the Amrita out of the ocean…And my Lord, why do we need the help of the Asuras…? Why….?’ Vishnu held up his hands, Indra was indeed a goodContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu“

Hanumanji Saving Rama Lakshman from Mahiravan Hanuman took the form of a bee whispered into Rama’s ear, “When Mahiravana asks you to place your neck on the sacrificial block, inform him that being of royal lineage you have never learned to bow your head.  Tell him to demonstrate how to bow one’s head.” Mahiravana fellContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman you must know # 7“

 you must read # 5 Vishnu saw the tired Gods accompanied by Lord Brahma and narrowed his eyes, ‘Well Indra, What have you done now?’ Indra sighed and fell on his knees, ‘Lord, stop teasing me. You know everything that happens anywhere…Please do not shame me anymore…’ He said dejectedly looking downcast. Vishnu turned hisContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu“

Why Images of Hanuman Ji are Used on Amulets and Jewelry As the battle with Ravana progressed, the demon lost all his brothers and sons and it became clear that he was headed towards defeat. Finally, he sent for his only surviving son Mahiravana, a powerful sorcerer who ruled over the underworld (patala loka). MahiravanaContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman you must know # 6“

 you must read#4 Indra was downcast, unhappily, wishing that he had never met Sage Durvasa. He could see now that he had behaved very arrogantly and all the Devas were paying the price for his carelessness. He fell on the feet of Brahma, ‘Father… father, forgive me…I have behaved badly.’ He pointed at the otherContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories of Lord Vishnu“

        you must know # 5 Hanuman and Yoga If yoga is the ability to control one’s mind then Hanuman is the quintessential yogi having a perfect mastery over his senses, achieved through a disciplined lifestyle tempered by the twin streams of celibacy and selfless devotion (bhakti).  In fact, Hanuman is the ideal Brahmachari (one whoContinue reading “10 Amazing Stories Of Lord Hanuman “