In the pursuit of spiritual glory and fulfillment, it is essential to align oneself with the path of devotion. As the scriptures say, "Parabhavat avad abodha jato" – until we…
The Difference Between Material and Spiritual Goals In the material world, the process and the goal are often distinct. For example, if one wants to become a doctor, the process…
The Incident in Ananta Samhita In the sacred scripture known as the Ananta Samhita, Lord Shiva narrates to Parvati a beautiful and divine pastime of Lord Krishna. Krishna was enjoying the…
Mathurā, one of the most sacred cities in Vedic culture, holds a unique and exalted position among holy places. Its significance is intricately woven into the divine pastimes and teachings…
ntroduction: The Encounter Between Indra and Maharishi Durvasa Once, Lord Indra, the king of the Devas, was riding his majestic elephant, Airavata, when he came across the revered sage Maharishi…
The Creator and His Children All beings are the children of Prajaapathi, the Creator. These living beings can be categorized into three groups – the Devas, the Manushyaas, and the…
The Birth of Alakshmi Lakshmi, the cosmic goddess of wealth and prosperity, had an older sister named Alakshmi, who was the epitome of undivine qualities. When the ocean was churned…
The Sarcastic Saying About Misers There is a famous sarcastic saying about misers which goes like this: "A miser is a greater donor than a pure person! The reason is…
The Legend of Shankhasura In ancient times, there was a demon named Shankhasura who was so terrifying that even the devas (gods) hid from him in a cave on Mount…
Vrndavana: Krishna’s Eternal Home Sri Vrndavana is not merely a tirtha (holy place); it is Bhagavan’s own dhama (abode), His eternal home. Vrndavana is Krishna's svarupa (form) because Krishna and…