Introduction Vidyapati (1352 - 1448), also known as Maithil Kavi Kokil (the poet cuckoo of Maithili), was a renowned Maithili poet and Sanskrit writer. Born in the village of Bisfi…
Introduction God is often depicted facing the main door in temples, but in Udipi, the temple is unique. Lord Krishna is viewed not through the main door but through a…
Introduction God created man without any distinctions, but man has created distinctions among himself and God. God’s love shines equally on everyone, like the sun that shines on all. Unfortunately,…
The Glorious Purusottama Kshetra Introduction The ancient Purusottama Kshetra, known today as Jagannath Dham or Puri Dham, is a place of immense spiritual significance. Its glory is vividly described in…
Introduction The Baisi Pahacha, or the 22 steps, hold a significant place in the Sri Jagannath temple in Puri. These steps connect the Lion's Gate (Singhadwara Gumuta) to the second…
Introduction King Indradyumna of Avanti traveled to Purusottama Kshetra, driven by the desire to have a vision of Lord Purusottama (Vishnu). Upon experiencing the sacredness of the place, he resolved…
The Ascertainment of the Supreme Deity Introduction The Rishis, led by Kasyapa, began performing a sacrifice (yaga) on the banks of the Ganges. During this time, Sage Narada visited them…
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According to Skanda Purana, the idol of Lord Neela Madhav [Lord Purusottama], an earlier form of Lord Jagannath used to be worshipped by some tribal people and their chieftain Vishwavasu.…
The importance of making pilgrimages to holy places is well-known. However, the divine favor a person receives by visiting the Nilgiri Hill is exceptionally rare, as it provides liberation from…
Salabega, the son of the Muslim warrior Lalbeg who served under Raja Man Singh in the Mogul army, was born on September 16, 1592 (Radhashtami), in Cuttack near Lal Beg…