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Influence of early communication in prenatal vasana modeling
The Video (Telugu) reminds viewers that Abhimanyu and Prahlada had acquired Bhakthi transmitted by intelligent oral suggestions which after birth gave prenatal and primordial connection to natural ...
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What is the significance of " Vratas" ( व्रत ) In Hinduism?
What is the significance of "Vratas (व्रत )" described in Hinduism. e.g. "Haritalika (हरितालिका)" , "Rushi Panchami (ऋषि पंचमी) etc.
Are there any scriptures pointing towards importance of "vratas" ...
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Vedas/Purana in Sanskrit language
Do we still have Gurukula in INDIA/Bharat. which is having new generation subjects with our traditional Vedas/Purana in Sanskrit language.
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Is the word Hindu mentioned in any Sanatan scriptures? [duplicate]
Is the word 'Hindu' mentioned in any Sanatan scriptures?
Because there is lot said and lot to be said on the word Hindu. I went through different old literature but did not find the word Hindu.
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What does the word "mlechha" (म्लेच्छ) mean in the context of Hinduism?
I have been reading some blogs over the Internet that describe the word mleccha (म्लेच्छ) e.g., here.
Can someone explain me what mleccha actually means in the context of Hinduism and Hindu ...
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Origin of the Shankara legend?
The film Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is based on a lot of lurid and sensationalist stereotypes about worshippers of Maa Kali and Sri Shiva. However, the central plot conceit is based around a ...
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Who are Gramadevathas found especially in South India?
Common names of these Gramadevathas are Ankamma, Poleramma etc.
What is their relation to Lord Shiva?
Can we Worship Lord Shiva along with Gramadevathas? See this blog.
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Why can Garuda Purana be read on specific days only?
Is there any reason behind the restriction that Garuda Purana should only be read during normal days (i.e., when there's no death in the family)?
My elders told me that it should be only read on the ...
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