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Each form, each name, each vehicle or weapon of Hindu Gods are ways to symbolicaaly convey some information. Ganesha is a universlly popular God with a form combining animal and human parts. Listen on to understnad why.

Chanting in Samskrta is very popular because of the benefits these chants offer us on various levels. Mantra chants, stotra chants and reading of important texts like the Bhagavat gita or Upanishads need clarity of pronunciation. Not everyone is adept at Samskrta pronunciation. So, this is an attempt to clarify pronunciation and help learn the right way to sa any alphabet. The videos are meant to help no only those who read Devanagari, but also those who use transliterations in other languages.0:00 Introduction0:30 Classifications of Vyanjanams0:41 Uchharasthanam0:52 Karanam1:15 Pranah1:35 4th classification intro3:03 SprshTam- vargiya vyanjanani3:36 Eeshatsprshtam- Antasthah6:29 Eeshadvivrta- UShmaNAh (sibilants)8:54 UshmaNAh (aspirant)9:33 Samyukta aksharAni- intro10:42 Summary

Water is used as a sanctifier of mind and body. I have explored why and how water can perfrom such a function and the logic behind this tradition.An early mornig bath on the eve of Deepavali, a dip in holy rivers, a sprinkle of water or a sip of water are all considered ways to purify ourselves using water. Why is water considered a purifier? Let us explore.0:10 Gange cha Yamune chaiva0:45 Meaning of shloka1:08 Introduction1:30 Water and Sanatana Dharma1:56 Sanctifying water3:01 Intention (sankalpa)4:15 Holy water in Kumbha7:14 Kumbh Mela holy dip7:54 Ganga snanam- deepavali bath

We in Bharat have given personal hygiene prime importance since antiquity. Not only were we aware of the health benefits we also believed in Prana, life force energy and used the cleansing routine to harness all elemental energies optimally. Understanding this can give us an insight into living a better quality of life as well as in improving our health.This episode is meant to educate the new generations on these routines as in many a family modern influences have lead to the loss of such traditional knowledge. It is also ot encourage young parents to embrace healthier options in personal hygiene routines.0:00 Introduction0:27 Sense Organs2:45 Why cleanse in the morning?3:28 Sense organ Eye4:52 Method of cleanse-Eyes5:20 Element of Fire- Agni7:01 Sense organ Ear8:08 Method of cleanse-Ears8:47 Element of Space- Akasha9:34 Sense Organ Nose10:58 Method of cleanse- Nose12:06 Element of Earth- Prthvi12:41 Sense organ Mouth13:23 Neem twigs, tooth powders14:49 Method of cleanse- Teeth15:33 Method of cleanse- Gums15:52 Method of cleanse- Tongue17:51 Method of cleanse- Throat18:00 Element of Water- Aap/Jala18:46 4 Senses conclusion19:07 Sense Organ Skin21:24 Does skin absorb Oxygen?22:16 Purpose of a bath22:48 The traditional bath25:22 Element of Air- Vayu25:58 Conclusion

This sanskrit stotram is ideal for everyone. Also called Apaduddharaka stotram, it is a prayer used to gain confidence and strength at the most challenging of times.It provides divine protection.Lyrics are provided in English, Hindi and Tamil to help everyone follow and learn them.Usage: To alleviate/cure any form of difficulties and obstacles in lifeTo confront challenges and win over enemies.To travel with confidence even at night or when alone.To feel safe and secure wherever you are.It is always beneficial to know the meaning of a stotram, it makes it easier to relate to and to gain more emotional connect to God. A brief meaning of the verses follows the chant. If you want a full explanation of the chant , you. May watch it her:Https://youtu.be/itioJztlnKs?si=OxcPxrqyx5JnnB2n

Om is the most powerful mantra and it is also the most polar. But, not alll of us understand the significance of this one sound. Why is it considered auspicious & powerful? Why is it used in meditation? What do the Vedas say about Om ? How does Mandukya Upanishad compare it with the states of consciousness? What are the states of consciousness? All these topics pertaining to Om are clearly described in this episode. If interested this 20 minutes will be worth your attention. If you are looking for a shorter view, maybe save it and watch it in bits, because this is information not easily understood by reading alone.0:00 Introduction0:14 What is Om?1:09 Why is Om Auspicious ?1:22 Dance of Shiva2:21 Vedas on Om3:49 Sound of Cosmos Om5:18 Why is Om Shabda Bramhan ?7:06 Om in Upanishad7:50 3 states of consciousness8:02 Jagrata Awastha8:45 Swapna Awastha10:12 SUshupti Aastha11:25 Do we possess consciousness?13:45 Knowledge of Deep sleep state14:52 3 planes of existence15:24 Bindu-4th state Turiya16:45 Kala- Maya18:09 Turiya by Shri Ramakrishna Paramahansa19:15 ConclusionIf you want clarity on the pronunciation of Om, please refer to this episode : Aum or Om?Https://youtube.com/watch?v=EahiiWptL6c

The authorship of the Hanuman Chalisa is attributed to Tulsidas, a poet-saint who lived in the 16th century CE. He says in the last stanza of the Chalisa that whoever chants it with full devotion to Hanuman, will have Hanuman's grace. Tulsidas (1497/1532–1623) was a Hindu poet-saint, reformer and philosopher renowned for his devotion for the god Ram. A composer of several popular works, he is best known for being the author of the epic Ramcharitmanas, a retelling of the Ramayan in the vernacular Awadhi language. Tulsidas was acclaimed in his lifetime to be a reincarnation of Valmiki, the composer of the original Ramayan in Sanskrit. Tulsidas lived in the city of Varanasi until his death. The Tulsi Ghat in Varnasi is named after him. He founded the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple dedicated to Hanuman in Varanasi, believed to stand at the place where he had the sight of Hanuman. Tulsidas started the Ramlila plays, a folk-theatre adaption of the Ramayan. He has been acclaimed as one of the greatest poets in Hindi, Indian, and World literature. Recitation or chanting of the Hanuman Chalisa is a common religious practice. The Hanuman Chalisa is the most popular hymn in praise of Hanuman, and is recited by millions of Hindus every day. The work consists of forty-three verses – two introductory Dohas, forty Chaupais and one Doha in the end. The first introductory Doha begins with the word shrī, which refers to Sita, who is considered the Guru of Hanuman. The auspicious form, knowledge, virtues, powers and bravery of Hanuman are described in the first ten Chaupais. Chaupais eleven to twenty describe the acts of Hanuman in his service to Ram, with the eleventh to fifteenth Chaupais describing the role of Hanuman in bringing back Lakshman to consciousness. From the twenty-first Chaupai, Tulsidas describes the need of Hanuman's Kripa. At the end, Tulsidas hails Hanuman and requests him to reside in his heart and in the heart of Vaishnavs. The concluding Doha again requests Hanuman to reside in the heart, along with Ram, Lakshman and Sita.

The story of Navaratri, the nine days of war between asuras and the Devi is reviewed ion this episode 7B as a symbolism of the process of evolution of the human mind. From the delusion of the world, the mind can be lead slowly towards clarity and the unveiling of Devi within each of us. This process is shown as a fight between the Devi and various Asuras, who are just the different stumbling blocks in our path to realisation. I have isolated each story and explained the symbolism within it.About Argala Stotram:Dedicated to the Mother Goddess Durga, Argala Stotram is a powerful Chant. It praises the Devi Who defeats and destroys all the Asuras and Who, as the Protector, takes care of All Creation. Asuras are not just external forces, they are also representative of our own internal negative tendencies, which need to be defeated if we are to experience the beauty of our inner god.The chant in script with meanings can be found here:https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/argala-stotram-the-chant/The meanings in detail can be found here:https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/argala-stotram-meanings-in-detail/The link to the complete chant is given here: https://youtu.be/tvp31sOnz8gThe podcast link to the complete chant is given here:https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/dncCwJ4BfNbReference links:The reference for detailed meaning has been taken from the discourse by this swamiji on the Pithrukam Channel : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZEjEHGtvcc ( meaning in Malayalam)https://devimahatmya.com/understanding-the-devi-mahatmyas-esoteric-hidden-meaning-knowing-chanda-and-munda/https://www.aghori.it/devi_mahatmya_eng.htmPahadi painting of Kali decimating chanda-munda army - https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-T-1993-318, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=116751872Bow string Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/samuelfrancisjohnson-1207793/?utm_source=linkhttps://pixabay.com/users/samuelfrancisjohnson-1207793/?utm_source=linkhttps://www.swami-krishnananda.org/disc/disc_208.htmlhttps://devimahatmya.com/understanding-the-devi-mahatmyas-esoteric-hidden-meaning-knowing-chanda-and-munda/#:~:text=chanda%20denotes%20'passionate%20pursuit'%20while,denotes%20sensitive%20'introverted%20withdrawal

The story of Navaratri, the nine days of war between asuras and the Devi is explained in sequence as seen in Devi Mahatmyam. The Story of all the Asuras mentioned in earlier verses, Dhumralochana, Chanda Munda and Raktabeeja and their destruction by Chandika Devi followed by the main content of this verse, Shumbha and Nishumbha Vad is recounted. Being a long episode, the symbolism behind this apparently simple story will be seen in the next one 7B.About Argala Stotram:Dedicated to the Mother Goddess Durga, Argala Stotram is a powerful Chant. It praises the Devi Who defeats and destroys all the Asuras and Who as the Protector, takes care of All Creation. Asuras are not just external forces, they are also representative of our own internal negative tendencies, which need to be defeated if we are to experience the beauty of our inner god.It is also a stotram which appeals to the Universal Mother to sustain and bestow us with all Her bounty; to grant us good health and form, wealth and success; and to guide us spiritually. It is a powerful stotram which can rid us of all negative influences from the outside worlds as well as rid us of the negative tendencies within us, while enhancing our virtues. It can also make us strong and fearless. This can be chanted by all, as it is a prayer to the Mother Goddess. 0:00 Introduction0:Verse 71:46 Shumbha & Nishumbha2:01 the Boon2:29 Parvati Devi3:47 Chanda sees Parvati Devi4:24 Sugreeva meets Devi5:29 Dhumralochana6:00 Chanda & Munda7:42 Shumbha’s army 8:27 Matrkas arrive8:58 Shiva as doot9:40 Raktabeeja10:24 Shumbha Nishumbha11:50 VictoryThe link to the complete chant is given here: https://youtu.be/tvp31sOnz8gThe chant in script with meanings can be found here:https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/argala-stotram-the-chant/The written text with detailed meanings are given here:https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/argala-stotram-meanings-in-detail/The podcast link to the complete chant is given here:https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/dncCwJ4BfNbReference links:The reference for detailed meaning has been taken from the discourse by this swamiji on the Pithrukam Channel : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZEjEHGtvcc ( meaning in Malayalam)Pahadi painting of Kali decimating chanda-munda army - https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-T-1993-318, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=116751872Bow string Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/samuelfrancisjohnson-1207793/?utm_source=linkhttps://pixabay.com/users/samuelfrancisjohnson-1207793/?utm_source=linkhttps://www.swami-krishnananda.org/disc/disc_208.htmlhttps://devimahatmya.com/understanding-the-devi-mahatmyas-esoteric-hidden-meaning-knowing-chanda-and-munda/#:~:text=chanda%20denotes%20'passionate%20pursuit'%20while,denotes%20sensitive%20'introverted%20withdrawal

A simple guide to the festival of Sri Ganesh and the significance behind this celebration. #Visarjan, #change, #origin, #tradition Link to the Ganesh Puja for beginners: https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/2023/09/17/ganesha-chaturti-puja-vidanam/

This is the 2nd episode on Sanskrit alphabets. The basic consonant form is explained here using the often debated pronunciation of names between the North and South Indian population. While each language has it’s own manner od pronunciations, Samskrta must be pronounced as it was meant to be. Especially when we chant stotras and mantras, we cannot compromise on pronunciations because Sanskrit sounds are used to produce certain vibrations which impact both our bodies and our environment. The efficacy of mantras depend on the correct pronunciation of Sanskrit.

You can chant along with the video using Devanagari, English or Tamil lyrics given within the video. The chant is repeated 2nd time along with the meanings in Hindi, English and Tamizh.If you would like to print out the lyrics, or if you are interested in a detailed breakdown of the meanings, you may visit this page:https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/popular-shlokas/dharma-shasta-pancharatnam/Dharma shasta/ Shasta/ Ayyappa, are various ways in which we denote the Lord of Sabarimala. Thousands of pilgrims visit this shrine every year after having observed a period of purity of 40 days or less. Born as a Pandya prince, this deity Shri Ayappa Swamy, is considered the avatara of the son of Shri Mahavishnu and Shri Shiva. You may read more about this God here:https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/2024/01/08/story-of-ayyappa-swamy-and-makaravilakku/