An epitome of Indian culture, spirituality, and architecture, Akshardham Temple is a famous Hindu temple and a spiritual-cultural complex. Also known as Swaminarayan Akshardham, it is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan.
Akshardham has made its way to the Guinness Book of World Records as the World's Largest Comprehensive Hindu Temple.
The Akshardham Temple is known for its stunning architecture. It has eight ostentatiously carved mandapams while timeless Hindu teachings and...
...flamboyant devotional traditions find their place on the temple's walls. The centrepiece, i.e. Lord Swaminarayan's Murti along with that of 20,000 deities, significant personalities in Indian history and sages showcase the essence of Indian architecture, traditions...
...and timeless spiritual thoughts
Akshardham complex is home to India's largest step well which is a host to the mesmerising water show; an open garden, Narayan Sarovar, various expeditions, and rituals. The complex is not less than a paradise for spiritual seekers.
The temple opened on 6th November 2005 is constructed by BAPS (Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha). The main attraction of the complex, i.e. the Akshardham Mandir stands as high as 141 foot, stretches as wide as 316 foot and extends as long as 356 foot.
The walls and roofs carved with the images of different deities, musicians, dances, flora, and fauna are a work of great architecture. Every detailing here speaks highly of Indian cultural aspects.
A blend of several ancient styles of Indian architecture has been used to build the Swaminarayan Akshardham Mandir. The principles of Maharishi Vastu Architecture are followed carefully in its construction.
The builders of this beautiful temple have abided by the norms Shilpa Shastras and hence have made no use of steel and concrete to maximise the lifespan of this great architectural piece. Akshardham is entirely a temple built of Rajasthani pink sandstone & Italian Carrara marble.
It has nine domes with 20,000 murtis of different deities, acharyas, and sadhus
Garbhagruh
Under the temple's central dome is the 11-foot high statue of Swaminarayan seated in Abhayamudra. Surrounding him are the figures of the divine succession of Gurus.
As manifestations of Aksharbrahma, the gurus are God's eternal servants, symbolising devotion and saintliness. Garbhagruh behind itself offers the items sanctified by Lord Swaminarayan during his premises on Earth for direct darshan.
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🌺।।KAGBHUSHUNDI - AN ETERNAL CROW MENTIONED IN THE HINDU SCRIPTURES।।🌺
7 Things about Kagbhushundi and 7 Questions of Garuda to Kagbhushundi that every Hindu must know.
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🌺।।SEVEN THINGS ABOUT KAGBHUSHUNDI।।🌺
1. Kagbhushundi is a sage in the crow's form that is mentioned in various Hindu Scriptures.
2. He was a real time traveller.
3. He saw Ramayana played out 11 times and Mahabharata 16 times, all ending with different results.
4. He is one of the characters of Hindu text Ramcharitmanas by saint Tulsidas.
5. The word " Kag" literally means "crow " who was a final incarnation of a sage that was transformed into a crow by sage Lomas and finally he decided to spend his life in the form of a crow.
6. It has been said that Kagbhushundi was the great devotee of Prabhu Sri Ram and was the first person to narrate the Ramayana much before Valmiki, Shiva and Tulsidas.
7. In Ramayan, Kagbhushundi is a great saint in the form of a crow, who saw all the Yugas passing by him.
The 18 Puranas hold immense significance in Hinduism. These ancient texts narrate tales of creation, Gods, and moral principles, shaping the religious and cultural fabric of Hindu society. They guide devotees on righteous living, ethical conduct, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.
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⚜️1. Brahma Purana
- Also known as "Adi Purana," referenced in all ancient Puranas.
- Unique with approximately 10,000 to 13,787 verses.
- Narrated by Sage Lomaharshana at Naimisharanya.
- Encompasses creation, origin of Manu's lineage and the emergence of deities and beings.
- Expansive descriptions of various pilgrimage sites.
- Comprises of 245 chapters, with a supplementary Saura Upapurana.
⚜️2. Padma Purana
- Contains 641 chapters and 48,000 verses.
- Varies in verse count according to Matsya and Brahma Puranas.
- Divided into sections like Creation, Earth, Heaven, Hell, and the Northern section.
- Narrated by Suta Ugrashrava at Naimisharanya.
- Explores diverse topics, emphasizing aspects of devotion to Sri Vishnu.
इस श्लोक में धन की देवी लक्ष्मी, विद्या की देवी सरस्वती तथा आदिशक्ति माँ गौरी की स्तुति की गयी है ।
इस मन्त्र का आशय है कि मेरे हाथ के अग्र भाग में लक्ष्मी, मध्य भाग में सरस्वती तथा मूल भाग में गौरी निवास करती हैं । प्रभात काल में मैं हथेलियों में इनका दर्शन करता हूँ।
इस श्लोक से धन और विद्या की प्राप्ति के साथ-साथ कर्तव्य-कर्म करने की प्रेरणा
प्राप्त होती है। हम अपनी विवेक शक्ति से सदैव सत्कर्म करते रहें।
🌺।।5 Predictions of Kali Yuga as told by Prabhu Sri Krishna to Pandavas।।🌺
Sri Krishna is Bhagwan Vishnu's eighth Avataram. Once during the time of Mahabharata Sri Krishna told the Pandavas five predictions about the Kali Yuga.
But the way he told those 5 predictions is very interesting.
Let's see how;
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The Pandavas were once instructed by Sri Krishna to travel in five different directions and return with any strange sights so that he could explain how the signs of the Kali Yuga were there.
When the Pandavas returned, this is what they saw and this is what Sri Krishna told them one by one;
1. What Yudhishthira saw ?
To his surprise, Yudhishthira spotted an elephant with two trunks.
According to Sri Krishna, the elephant with two trunks represented the Kings of the Kali Yuga. They would say one thing and do another, taking advantage of people in both ways.
Pangong Tso Lake is definitely the most popular, and one of the most beautiful lakes in India. This salt water lake, located at a height of about 4000 metres is a study in beauty. It creates a striking contrast against the white sand, and appears to change colors when seen from different angles in the sunlight and through various hours of the day.
2. Dal Lake, Srinagar
Dal Lake, one of the most beautiful lakes in India has been dubbed perpetually as 'Srinagar's Jewel' and remains one of the most popular tourist attractions in India. One of the most memorable experiences of those visiting here is the full day shikara ride, with the water just about to freeze and the water reflecting whatever shade the sun throws on it.
3. Venna Lake, Mahabaleshwar
On the way to Mahabaleshwar is the beautiful Venna Lake, which doubles up as a mini vacation spot ideal for some lazing around in the early morning. During the wee hours of the day, this gorgeous waterbody has the clearest undisturbed waters and a view to die for.
🌺।।Sanatan Tradition of keeping the Silver Coins with the images of Devi Lakshmi and Sri Ganesh at home - its significance and how the coins must be kept।।🌺
💮Silver Coins with the image of Goddess Lakshmi and Ganesha embossed on it is kept by many Hindus in their home.
💮The significance behind this ritual is to attract the blessing of Ganesha, Lakshmi and Navagraha Shukra.
💮It is believed that a person who has the blessing of the three deities will never suffer financial problems.
💮The coins must be authentic and bought from a reputed dealer.
💮Some coins have Goddess Lakshmi engraved on one side and Ganesha on another side. There are also coins engraved with the picture of the same deity on both sides.
🌺।।How the Silver Coins of Goddess Lakshmi and Ganesha must be brought and kept at Home?।।🌺
⚜️The coin is brought home only on Friday.
⚜️It should be washed properly in running water.
⚜️It is then placed in the Puja Room or worship place before the picture of Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi.