As the name suggests, MINIATURE PAINTINGS are colorful handmade paintings very small in size. One of the outstanding features of these paintings is the intricate brushwork which contributes to their unique identity.
The colors used in the paintings are derived from various natural sources like vegetables, indigo, precious stones, gold and silver. While artists all around the world convey their respective theme through their paintings, the most common theme used in the miniature..
..paintings of India comprises of the Ragas or a pattern of musical notes, and religious and mythological stories. Miniature paintings are made on a very small scale especially for books or albums. These are executed on materials, such as paper and cloth.
The Palas of Bengal are considered the pioneers of miniature painting in India. The tradition of miniature paintings was further taken forward by the artists of various Rajasthani schools of painting, including the Kishangarh, Bundi Jaipur, Mewar and Marwar.
Natural stone colours are used in a paper-based “wasli” for the creation of these paintings. The miniature paintings have developed into several distinct schools of miniature like Mughal, Rajasthan, Deccan, Kangra, Malwa, Pahadi, etc.
Miniature paintings originated in India around 750 A.D when the Palas ruled over the eastern part of India. Since religious teachings of the Buddha, accompanied by his images, were written on palm leaves, these paintings became popular.
As these paintings were done on palm leaves, they had to be miniature in nature because of space constraint.Around 960CE,similar paintings were introduced in western parts of India by the rulers of the Chalukya Dynasty.
During this period,miniature paintings often portrayed religious themes.Rajasthan had their own distinct features and often depicted the royal lifestyle and mythological stories of Sri Krishna and Radha.
Most of these miniature paintings depicted the lifestyle of Kings and Queens and also narrated their tales of bravery. Some of these paintings were also created to showcase the contribution of various rulers towards their respective subjects and kingdoms.
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महालक्ष्मी व्रत हिंदू धर्म में अत्यंत पवित्र और फलदायक व्रत माना गया है। यह व्रत माता महालक्ष्मी — धन, सौभाग्य, और समृद्धि की देवी — को प्रसन्न करने के लिए किया जाता है।
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भाद्रपद शुक्ल अष्टमी से लेकर आश्विन कृष्ण अष्टमी तक (16 दिन तक) यह व्रत किया जाता है।
इस व्रत को स्त्रियाँ अपने परिवार के सुख, समृद्धि और अखंड सौभाग्य के लिए करती हैं।
🌺।। श्री महालक्ष्मी व्रत कथा ।।🌺
एक समय महर्षि श्री वेदव्यासजी हस्तिनापुर पधारे। उनका आगमन सुन महाराज धृतराष्ट्र उनको आदर सहित राजमहल में ले गए। स्वर्ण सिंहासन पर विराजमान कर चरणोदक ले उनका पूजन किया।
🌺।।Ashta Lakshmi (अष्टलक्ष्मी) — the eight forms of Goddess Lakshmi — represent eight kinds of wealth and prosperity essential for a balanced, divine, and fulfilling life।।🌺
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Each form of Maa Laxmi bestows a unique blessing beyond just material riches — encompassing spiritual, moral, familial, and intellectual abundance.
A brief overview of each form:
1. Ādi Lakshmi (आदि लक्ष्मी) – The Primeval Goddess
Symbol of eternal wealth and divine energy.
Worshipped as the origin of all prosperity and creation.
2. Dhānya Lakshmi (धान्य लक्ष्मी) – Goddess of Grains and Nourishment
Bestows food, health, and agricultural prosperity.
🌺।।The Sri Vishnu Sahasranamam Stotram traces its origin back to the period of Mahabharata।।🌺
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The Śrī Viṣṇu Sahasranāma Stotram (meaning “the Thousand Names of Bhagwan Sri Vishnu”) originates from one of the most sacred and ancient Hindu scriptures — the Mahābhārata, specifically from the Anuśāsana Parva (Book 13), Chapter 149.
🌺।।Context in the Mahābhārata।।🌺
After the great Kurukṣetra war, Bhīṣma Pitāmaha lay on a bed of arrows, awaiting his death. During this time, Yudhiṣṭhira, burdened with sorrow and doubt about his duties as king, approached Bhīṣma to seek divine wisdom on dharma (righteousness), mokṣa (liberation), and the path to peace.
Bhīṣma, full of devotion and divine knowledge, answered Yudhiṣṭhira’s many questions about dharma, yoga, karma, and devotion.
When Yudhiṣṭhira asked:
“By chanting or remembering whose name can man overcome all sorrows and attain peace and success?”
🌺।।The Meenakshi Amman Temple, also known as the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, is one of the most magnificent and spiritually significant temples in India।।🌺
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It is located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, and is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi (a form of Parvati) and her consort Sri Sundareswarar (a form of Shiva).
A Paadal Petra Sthalam where Shiva took the form of Sundareswarar (the handsome one) and married Devi Parvati (Meenakshi). Devi is also known by the name Angayarkanni (mother with the beautiful fish eyes).
Devi Meenakshi emerged from yagna fire as a 3 year old girl when Pandyan King Malayadwaja and Kanchanamalai were praying for a child. It is said that Devi was born with three breasts and there was a prophecy that her superfluous breast would melt away when she met her husband.
🌺।।Kshetrapal Devtas (क्षेत्रपाल देवता) and the Legend behind Panjurli and Guliga Daivas।।🌺
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In Hindu tradition, Kshetrapal literally means “Guardian of the Region” (Kshetra = region/area; Pal = protector). These divine beings are considered protectors of specific places — villages, temples, forests, mountains, or directions — ensuring safety, purity, and balance in that domain.
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🌺।।Meaning and Role of Kshetrapala।।🌺
Kshetrapal Devtas are guardian deities assigned to protect a particular kshetra (area).
They maintain spiritual order, ward off evil forces, and ensure prosperity in their region.
Every sacred space — especially temples and pilgrimage spots — has a Kshetrapal who oversees and guards it.
🌺।।Panjurli and Guliga।।🌺
Panjurli and Guliga are among the most powerful and revered Daivas (divine spirits) in the Tulu Nadu region of coastal Karnataka (mainly Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, and Kasaragod).
They are worshipped in the Bhuta Kola tradition — a unique and ancient spiritual system where divine spirits (Bhutas or Daivas) act as guardians, protectors, and justice-givers for the land and its people.
🌺।।Since Bhagwan Sri Krishna is the 9th Avatar in the 10 incarnations of Sri Vishnu, here are 9 interesting facts about our beloved Bhagwan Sri Krishna।।🌺
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1. Sri Krishna was dark and not blue in complexion
Sri Krishna’s colour has been described as blue primarily in many historical writings but it comes to be known that he was not actually blue. He had a darker complexion. He was also very good looking and a natural charmer. Many kathak dancers and writers call him Shyam meaning one of a darker complexion backing up the fact.
2. Sri Krishna had once advised people to worship Govardhan mountain
It was a usual day for the residents of Vrindavan. They were on their way to worship Dev Indra for the rain. Krishna stopped them midway and explained to them the importance of mother nature and the Govardhan mountain. He asked them to worship the mountain and nature instead of Indra Dev. This called for Indra’s rage over Vrindavan and led to the flooding of the entire town. Sri Krishna then picked up the mountain on his smallest finger and saved his fellow villagers. Yet another presentation of his divine self.
3. Draupadi & Krishna shared an unbreakable bond
Through the chapters of Mahabharata, it is very evident that Sri Krishna and Draupadi shared a very special bond. Their bond was one of its kind. Krishna addressed Draupadi as his Sakhi and Draupadi addressed Krishna as his Sakha. He was always there to guide her and be her biggest support system.