In The Quest For Shiva

You can split the word “Shiva” into Sha, ee, and va , with each representing something. Sha is the short form of shareeram and thus represents the body. Ee is the short form for eeshwara and thus represents life-giving energy. Va is the short form of Vayu and thus represents motion.As a whole, Shiva represents “body” having “life” and “motion.” When the 'ee' is taken away Shiva becomes sha and va or Shava. This implies a body without life. Everything that has Shiva has life, and everything that does not have Shiva is Shava and so does not have a life.     Shiva can be described in three words, which are, auspicious, potential, and life. Shiva is all-embracing and the collective soul or realization. Those who realize this gets Ananda or Shiva Tattva. Shiva and Shiva Tattva Shiva is the complete universe....

About Rudraksha

  Hindu beliefs and myths have attributed divinity to several trees and leaves. Rudraksha is one of those that is famous throughout the world for its mystical property. In Hindu religion, this is regarded as holy tree and fruit, like basil. ‘Rudra’ is the other name of Lord Shiva and ‘Aksha’ means eyes. The third eye of Lord Shiva is considered the center of the cosmic power and Rudraksha is the manifestation of that. The importance of Rudraksha has been depicted in the ancient scriptures of Hindu religion, like Shreemaddevibhagwat, Padma Purana, Shivmaha Purana, Ling Purana, etc. From ancient time, Rudraksha has been worn to get good health and to attain spiritualism. It is believed that the Rudraksha beads are the perfect amalgamation of the power of praying. From housewives to students, businessmen to yogis, anyone can wear Rudraksha beads. According to saints...

Story Behind Rudraksha

Rudraksha Story You must have seen people wearing rudraksha for several purpose. Rudraksha is mainly worn to achieve power and strength and to lead a healthy life. According to ancient beliefs, Rudraksha is associated to Lord Shiva and that’s why whoever wear it, gets the power of blessing of Lord Shiva. Rudraksha is popular among the Hindus and the Buddhists for its medicinal and divine properties from ancient time and still today, it is used by people who have belief in the strength of rudraksha. Now, there is no end of mythological stories in the Hinduism. Every beliefs has certain base and that comes from mythical stories. The rudraksha also has certain stories behind its divine power. Basically, it is associated with Lord Shiva who is the ultimate of this entire creation. The universe starts from him and ends at him. He is the...

Rudraksha As Found In Nature

  Rudraksha beads are famous for spiritual benefits as those are believed to be associated with Lord Shiva. That’s why, rudraksha contains the power and strength of Lord Shiva. To make people heartier and healthier, rudraksha plays an important role. The scientific name of rudraksha is Elaeocarpus. This is a large evergreen tree whose trunk is cylindrical. The color of the bark is greyish white and it is rough in texture. The branches are widespread and takes a pyramid shape. As the tree is evergreen, the leaves are lush green at the above and the lower leaves are dull coriaceous.   Next comes the flowers of rudraksha tree. They are conical, ovoid, and quite long, around 1 to 2 cm. rudraksha flowers usually appear in April-May. Finally, appears the rudraksha fruit. It is quite striking that the color of the fruits are blue like...

What is Vastu?

  Introduction to Vastu Shastra It is an oldest Indian science of architecture and buildings which we should follow for prosperity. It helps in making a compatible setting or a place to live and work in a most scientific way taking advantage of the benefits present with by nature, its elements and energy fields for enhanced wealth, health, prosperity and happiness. Vastu gives us peace in our life also. It can also be said as an ancient mystic science for designing and building. Vastu Course in kolkata from our Astrology institute can give you a clear idea of this ancient science. Vastu sastra is a traditional Hindu system of architecture which literally translates to “Science of Architecture”. Some of the texts found that describes layout, principles of design, ground preparation, measurements, space arrangement and geometry of an architecure. Vastu Shastra helps us to...

Important Vastu Tips

 Vastu is a science. If we follow few tips of Vastu Shastra, it ensures a happy, prosperous life & good health of your house. Attract positive energies Vastu Shastra is about invoking positive energies, Everything inside your home & out side the home should attract positive energies. First choose homes that have east, north and north-east facing entrance. Secondly, small things like your wash room, rest room after coming home, Pooja room does matter. lighting up your house when its dark can help bring in positive energies. Light a lamp in the evening, showing incense sticks and doing a prayer every morning and evening can bring positivety in your life, this will make you feel more positive & helps evil energies to stay away. Clean your home on regular basis, dispose those things that we haven't used for a long time or will...

Types Of Rudraksha

One Mukhi (Face) Rudraksha The controlling planet of this Rudraksha is Sun. All negative effects posed by this planet on a person are got over by wearing this Rudraksha. This type of Rudraksha symbolizes Lord Shiva himself. The one mukhi Rudrakhs is the most auspicious of all Rudrakshas. Generally it comes in the shape of cashew nut or half moon. This is the supreme Rudraksha for anyone who want to enjoy all the worldly blessings as well as get devoted to the supreme power. The ruling planet of this Rudraksha is Sun which is the sorce of energy for the entire world. It enhances knowledge about the Supreme ( Bramha Gyan )and the wearer is know to win over his senses. This is the only Rudraksha that provides Health, Wealth and Happiness in true sense as it also enhances the Spiritual Growth of...

Story Behind Vastu Purush

     VASTU PURUSH The art of building one’s living area and working spaces in harmony with Nature " is called Vastu and Purusha refers to energy, power, soul or cosmic man. There are two legendary stories narrating about the existence and importance of Vastu Purusha.   STORY IN MAYAMTAM In “Mayamatam”, Brahma - according to the ancient Indian text, was the creator of universe. He created a special man , who grew very quickly larger and larger and started to eat greedily everything that came in his way, in order to satisfy his amaranthine hunger. He became unmanageable, so big that his shadow fell on earth just like earth was to be under a permanent eclipse. All the deities were in utter difficulty seeing the destruction by this creature. So all went to Lord Brahma and requested him to rescue them from...

Rudraksha Care & Precaution

    Rudraksha can be worn by anybody irrespective of age, sex, caste and culture. There is no strict rules and restriction of wearing Rudrakshas, according to the scripture like Srimad Devabhagawaam , Shiva puran ,Padma Puran and many more scripture. As per my knowledge on Rudraksha, following tips will help to maintain sanctity and longitivity of the rudrakshas beads :-   1. Rudraksha (Rudra’s [Shiva’s ] teardrops) is a seed traditionally used as prayer beads in Hinduism. It should be worn after energizing and most vital thing while wearing rudrakshas for the first time , it should be worn on Monday and before wearing at least chant the mantra " Om Namaha Shivaya " 9 times or 108 times. 2. Rudraksha should not be shared / exchanged from one person to another person after it has been worn. It should be memorised...

Indonesian Vs Nepalese Rudraksha

    Rudraksha Beads of Indonesian Origin Rudraksha beads hold the power of Lord Shiva to gift humankind a better, healthier and happier life. People often wear Rudraksha around their neck or wrist. Basically, Rudraksha is the fruit of the Rudraksha tree. It is popular for its spiritual and medicinal power. Maximum Rudraksha grows in Indonesia (around 65-70%). This is the country where Rudraksha tree was first discovered. Later, it started growing in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka. The best Rudraksha beads are distributed among the countries, like India, Madagascar, SriLanka, Nepal, Myanmar, Sikkim, Tibet, Bhutan, etc. Among these countries, Indonesia and Nepal are the main growing ground of Rudraksha. Are there any similarities between the two? Or are these completely different to each other? Here, you will get a detailed account on these two types.   Similarities between Rudraksha Beads from Indonesia...

Parad Shivling Benefits

  Going by Parad grantham, just a touch of the Parad Shivlingam of Nabatara is going to present the person who is worshiping with the advantages of Shiv pooja in the three worlds, which is Trilok. The dedicated worshipers who are going to do the worship of a solitary Parad Shivling are going to receive numerous blessings that include: The receiving of gold in great quantity The receiving of the advantages of doing worship of the ling in every one of the three worlds of Trilok The performing of quite a few Ashwameghayagnas.   Parad Shivlingam worship offers freedom from several crimes and offers salvation An individual who does worship of this Parad Shivlinga is able to be made free from a range of crimes particularly, the taking the life of a cow, the taking the life of a Brahmin, the taking the...

Why Do We See Only Ghosts of Humans ?

We witness just ghosts of human beings and not of other animals that include mosquitoes, ants, fish, dinosaurs, and so on? Does a scientific explanation support this phenomenon? All of us are aware of the fact that dinosaurs have become extinct, which is why they don’t appear in our dreams. We are also aware that fish exist underwater. It is not possible for them to float in mid-air.  We also never see mosquitoes flying about. However, a number of people have reported seeing what’s referred to as ‘fireflies’. They are visible and yet they never bite. These are termed Aura. We are just bothered by the things that we get to see on a daily basis and we are aware that they are present. The fundamental features are similar and it seems that they play by the same rules as we do that...

Why Trishul is Considered As Lord Shivas Weapon ?

Lord Shiva is branded as the prime idol in Hinduism for numerous devotees and amongst the Trimurti in conjunction with Vishnu and Brahma. A good number of devotees are well acquainted with the diverse legends that are related to Lord Shiva. These legends play a key part in upholding his standing as an unconquerable Divine power. Definite things are related to Lord Shiva. Among these are The crescent moon resting on his cranium The Ganga streaming from his entwined hair His Damru (referred to as the drum of formation). One more symbol related to Lord Shiva that perhaps has as much importance as any of the others, is the Trishul, the trident weapon. More than a few stories are related to this marvelous weapon and the Trishul has a unique implication. Though it’s a form of Indian trident, the Trishula is present in...

Benefits Of One Mukhi (Face) Rudraksha

The controlling planet of this Rudraksha is Sun. All negative effects posed by this planet on a person are got over by wearing this Rudraksha. This type of Rudraksha symbolizes Lord Shiva himself. The one mukhi Rudrakhs is the most auspicious of all Rudrakshas. Generally it comes in the shape of cashew nut or half moon. Continue reading Benefits Of One Mukhi (Face) Rudraksha

Lal Kitab Remedies :

    Remedies For Sun (Surya)  Before going for any important work take sweet drinking water. If you will get anything in charity , don’t accept it. Worshiping Lord Vishnu will be benificial. Throw a copper coin in flowing water of a river. Putting out fire with raw milk,is very much effective if there is any types of marital discord or quarrels occurs  Remedies For Moon (Chandar)  Receive some solid silver as gift from your mother. Do not get married at the age of 24. If moon is in Scorpio (Vrishchak) in your birth chart, then keep some water in a bottle taken from cremation ground in your home. When water dries up, repeat the process. Do not do business of milk and dairy products If moon is in Aries (Mesh) in your birth chart. If moon is in Aquarius (Kumbha) in your...

Is it inauspicious to keep a white Shiva idol at home?

    1. There is a Vedic rule the size of an idol of god should be 3 times circumference of right thumb of the family head. Any idol irrespective of god need to be worshiped on daily basis ( pooja, harathi etc ). Pics of gods doesn't fall in this category. It is good to have a picture instead of an idol. 2. There are some Vedic rules and codes which should be maintained strictly. Yes, it is an inauspicious to have Lord Shiva stone idol at homes. If anybody takes stone type idol or whether it is white stone idol it prohibits in his home. Otherwise, it should be worshiped in Mandir where Puja is offered every day by Pujari. Suppose any body keeps this Linga in house, it should be adored every day and if he or she is out...

How Can Astrology Help?

    Astrology is a science and it is an interplanetary or cosmic science that deals with the play of cosmic energy. The ancient Maharishis who have proposed the rules of astrology were the high physic development, spritual and examined terrestrial and celestial phenomena by their divine sight or Divya Drishti. It is also a guideline that we can follow to predict a natal chart. Though it is not 100% correct but it helps within limits, just as psychology, economics, psychiatry does. Nothing is absolutely final and completely certain. We the Astrologers give prediction based on the planetary position and strength of the planets occupied in the natal chart. Astrology is a vast ancient subject. We should use every aspect of Astrology science to predict a horoscope. One's character analysis, Carrier, marriage life, lawsuit, education can be predicted with the help of Astrology...

Sri Kalahasti Temple

    One of the most famous temple in India is Sri kalahasti Temple which is situated in South India and is told to be the site where Kannappa, one of the 63 Saivite Nayanars, was ready to give both his eyes to cover blood flow from the Shiva linga before the Lord Shiva stopped him and granted him moksha. In this way he blessed by Lord Shiva. Continue reading Sri Kalahasti Temple

Can We Change Our Fate

    We all are all the time anxious to know what is in our future and how can we change our ill fate? Stone is not the main factor. Nothing is set in stone. We can change our future, but here’s what we need to know about that: It’s fact that nothing is set in stone, so how can a psychic tell what’s going to take place in our coming days? What’s happening is when a psychic activates into your energy, he or she is reading their current energy as it is right now, and also looking down the way to see what’s going to happen to us if we stay on that path. So, when we get a prediction, they are telling you what they see as the ultimation of the path we are currently on. If we don’t like the...

Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

    "  Om Trayambakam Yajamahe,       Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam,    Urva Rukamiva Bandhanan,        Mrityor Mokshiye Maamritat  "    Mahadeva is the creator of Trilok. He is Shiva , he is Parameswara. The worshipers of Lord Shiva always believe that he is Swyambho. It means self creator. We strongly believe that if we can please Lord Shiva , he surely will bless with his enormous blessings such as it can be money , finance , health or happiness. He can fulfill our wishes and can make us wealthy and healthy.   Continue reading Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

How Planets Effects Education

    Mars : Mars: The planet Mars can be benefic or malefic, it depends on the native’s chart . If a doctor has a strong Mars in his horoscope , then he would do well in Surgery or any kind of operation as a strong Mars well related to the houses concerning livelihood because Mars is related to blood, injuries, knife etc. Mars is a fierce red -hot planet. It gives you the drive to win and become the best. If Mars is not strong then the person would be afraid of seeing blood or perform surgical operations or may have bad luck with surgery. If Mars possessed a good position in a horoscope the native can be doctor, engineer, player, bodybuilder, businessman of real estate etc. It makes you warrior-like, not war-like. It’s energy can be both constructive as well as destructive...

The Effect Of Rahu And Ketu On Our Lives In Vedic Astrology

    According to Vedic Astrology, Rahu and Ketu is admitted as two powerful planets. Although astronomically, they do not exist. As we believe that Rahu and Ketu have a strong impression on our lives, they are indicated as mathematical points while making calculations in Vedic Astrology.  In Hindu tradition, Rahu is the severed head of an asura called Svarbhānu, that swallows the sun causing eclipses. He is depicted in art as a serpent with no body riding a chariot drawn by eight black horses. The time of day considered to be under the influence of Rahu is called Rahu kala and is considered inauspicious. Ketu is the descending lunar node in Vedic, Ketu is generally referred to as a "shadow" planet. It is believed to have a tremendous impact on human lives and also the whole creation. In some special circumstances it...

Invoking Wealth And Prosperity On Diwali

      Goddess Lakshmi is the goddess of prosperity and wealth. Diwali is the most important day of LAKSHMI PUJA. This day falls on kartika month in Hindu calendar on an amabasya day (no moon). On this day sun and moon are together (no moon day) in the sign Libra ruled by planet Venus of wealth and prosperity. In Diwali night when sun- the soul, and moon- the mind, meet in the sign of wealth and this occurs only once in a year. Goddess Lakshmi is considered as a beautiful woman of golden complexion, with four hands, sitting or standing on a full-bloomed lotus and holding a lotus bud. It means beauty, purity and fertility. Her four hands represent the four ends of human life. Gold coins are flowing from her hands, it means those who worship her devotedly gain wealth. This...

Ups and Downs In Amitabh Bachchan’s Life & His Blue Sapphire Ring

    Amitabh Bachchan is born on 11th October 1942. He is a renowned Indian film actor, television host, and former politician. In his carrier life he first gained popularity in the early 1970s for films such as Zanjeer, Deewaar, and Sholay, and after that an image of him has been created as India's "angry young man" for his on-screen roles in Bollywood. He has won 13 Film fare awards and 4 National awards In addition to acting; In his life he has worked as a playback singer, film producer and television presenter, and was an elected member of the Indian Parliament from 1984 to 1987. Unfortunately not all days were golden for this superstar. The ABCL and Miss World 1996, Barabanki land case, bankruptcy, legal suits and a career slump; this superstar had to face many struggle in this time period. Along...

Black Hole Facts

    In today’s world still there is a mystery about the black hole. Black Holes are some of the strangest and most fascinating objects found in outer space . They are objects of extreme density, with such gravitational attraction that even light can not escape from their grasp if it comes near enough. People can't see black holes because no light can get out. They are invisible. Albert Einstein first predicted black holes in 1916 with his " general theory of relativity ". The term ‘ Black Hole’ was coined in 1967 by American astronomer John Wheeler, and the first one was discovered in 1971. Space telescopes with special tools can help find black holes. Continue reading Black Hole Facts