Questions tagged [scripture]
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Why we say "jay" before the name of gods and godesses?
It means victory to the specific god, like jay maa durga means something like victory to you mother durga.
But why is it used in praises in scriptures?
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Is there any way to fulfill a wish?
I want to know if there is any way to fulfill a wish per Hindu scripture.
I've seen people saying on the Internet saying that chanting a certain mantra for a specific number of times (10 times, 108 ...
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Which scripture or scholar states that devas have no gross body?
I often hear it stated here that devas only have causal bodies and subtle bodies, and do not have a gross body. Where does this idea originate? Which scripture or scholar says this?
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Where is the shloka "bramha janati iti brahmanaha" found?
Where is this verse found "The knower of Brahman is a Brahmin"
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Is Lord Shiva dark in complexion?
We know that the complexion of Lord Vishnu / Krishna is dark (shyam varna) but what is the complexion of Lord Shiva, dark or white?
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Does Shiva live in invisible form in Kailasa?
Does Shiva and Parvati live in Mount Kailasa in invisible form ? As He is not seen there by normal people.
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Is there any Sanskrit and English version of Critical Edition of Mahabharat available?
Sanskrit and English version of NeelKath edition of Mahabharat is available online.
Sanskrit and Hindi NeelKanth edition is of Gita Press.(Gita Press has removed many verses)
Is sanksrit & English ...
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Which God should i pray to get rid of speaking ghost and evil spirits and what mantra should I chant according in Vedas and Hinduism [closed]
I am suffering from speaking ghosts and evil spirits. They sometimes attack me and cause pain in my body.
What do the Vedas say about getting rid of haunting ghosts and evil spirits attached to humans?...
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Origin of "Rãma Nãma Satya Hai"
"Rãma Nãma Satya Hai"
"राम नाम सत्य है"
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The name of Ram is the truth, is commonly chanted by Hindus while carrying a dead body to be cremated.
What might be its scriptural ...
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Who is the Hindu god of sacrifice?
Who is the Hindu god of sacrifice?
I tried to find out by Googling it, but all I found out was that it was Agni. But I thought that Agni was the god of fire. So, who is it then?
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What's the difference between the chariot and the two birds?
In the Upanishads, there are two metaphors that are both included. These are
"The chariot" and "The two birds" but what is the difference between the two?
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Explain the metaphysics (the nature of Ultimate Reality) of the Upanisads as expressed in the metaphor of the “chariot” and the “two birds”.?
Critically explain the metaphysics ( the nature of Ultimate Reality ) of the Upanisads as expressed in the metaphor of the “chariot” and the “two birds”. Clearly bring out their differences. What ...
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What is Hinduism's view on appropriate societal norms?
Nowadays one of the recurrent views I see expressed on the internet is that the current norms in Indian society were brought in by the British or the Islamic invaders, and were not present in ancient ...
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Find some money on the road
I have heard people say that finding money is God's wish, and that this is completely fine, and that nothing in the world happens without Krishna's will. But, people also say that money shouldn't be ...
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What are the different outcomes of Mahabharat and Ramayan as seen by KaakBhushandi?
Kakabhushundi saw Ramayan 11 times with different outcomes and saw Mahabharat 16 times with different results in different universes. Please tell me what are the 11 different outcomes of Ramayan and ...
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How to Learn About Hinduism for Beginners
I am new to Hinduism and I find some of the philosophies interesting. What is the best way to go about it as a beginner?
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How many times does the word 'अनन्त' (Ananta) come in the Vedas?
I would want to know how many times does the name 'अनन्त' (Ananta) come in the Vedas?
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What do scriptures say about transgenders?
Are there any references to transgenders or transgenderism in any of the Hindu scriptures? Is it supportive, or is it against it? What do they say about their way of living?
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In what scripts the oldest Sanskrit literature was written?
In what scripts the oldest Sanskrit literature was written? When was Brahmi script used for it? I am aware that Vedas were orally memorized -- and were not written for a long time.
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Is there any mention of consuming egg in any sastra or puran?
Is there any mention of consuming egg in any sastra or puran?
I mean details vidhi about
when to consume when to avoid.
what are the merits or demerits .
food value
how to consume etc etc
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My question is on the Bhagavad Geeta Chapter 1 verse 1.?
In Chapter 1 and 1st verse of the Bhagavad Geeta, Dhritarashtra said.:
"O Sanjaya, after my sons and the sons of Pändhu assembled in the place of pilgrimage at Kuruksetra, desiring to fight, ...
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Are there any scriptures that portray Lord Rama to be the source of all incarnations including Lord Vishnu?
There are many verses in the Srimad Bhagavatam and the Brahma-Vaivarta Purana which are used by Krishna-centric Vaishnava traditions to show that Lord Krishna is the source of all incarnations, ...
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What are some online sources to get unabridged Hindu Scriptures or to learn Hinduism?
What are some good websites to find unabridged versions of Hindu Scriptures and to learn Hinduism (with proper interpretations)?
Also, see:
Where can I find/get basic information about Hinduism on ...
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How to read Hindu Scriptures.?
Ok, I understand there are lot of Hindu scriptures.
How to read them?
I wish to read them for.:
meditation
to gain wisdom/knowledge
raise positive vibrational energy
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Why Atma is interpreted as a witness.?
Namaste, please help with the understanding of Atma is a witness or Sakshi. Reference: BG 9:18. In the materialistic world, the act of witnessing requires something (perhaps light) to enter something (...
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Does any scripture talk about extinction of Vanaras?
I have never heard of any scriptures talking much about vanaras after Ramayan and except lord hanuman. And they seem to have gone extinct in today's time except for lord hanuman again. Does any ...
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What does "Hare Rama" means here.?
I was watching a movie called final destination and there's a part when a stranger guy appears and says this phrase.:
Hare Rama.
Well I suppose this is an hindu phrase because he showed a book that ...
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Looking for english version of the kalika puran.?
Looking to read the kalika puran. What is the best unabridged/critical English translation to get into.?
Links or author name will be greatly appreciated.
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How should disabled people live their life?
Disabled people have difficulty leading lives like normal people, like career, marriage,etc. So, do scriptures tell specifically about their duties or how should they lead their life in case its ...
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How is the name Shiva connected with the ruling aspect of the Supreme Lord?
Lord Shiva is called by many names and the name 'Shiva' is one of the most popular names! The names Maheswara, Parameswara, Ishana, Isha, Pashupati, etc denote that Lord is Ruler due to these names ...
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Meaning of words in a marriage/baby shower invitation
I recently came across an invitation for baby shower. I have mentioned below some terms mentioned in it on which i wanted some clarification/their meaning.
Dhouhitran (and there was another word with ...
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Which sins are equivalent to or even greater than Brahmhatya?
Brahmhatya is a very grave sin , and is frequently used as a parameter to judge other sins.
Which other sins are equivalent to or greater than Brahmhatya ?
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Hindu Epic Mahabharata-
In the Hindu Epic Mahabharata-
Q1-Relating to Bhishma.
How can Bhisma renounce the throne of Hastinapur without considering the future consequences?
He was appointed crown Prince of Hastinapur by ...
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Are there any other devas than the 33 named in Scripture? [duplicate]
33 devas are named in the Vedas. But are there any indications, in the Vedas or in any other writings, that there exist other devas, that are not named in the Vedas, and are not manifestations of the ...
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Where does Manu currently live?
Manu is supposedly the progenitor of mankind. Even the English word "man" is derived from his name. There are 14 Manus in each day of Brahma. The current Manu is Vaivasvata, and he is currently ...
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Was Madhvacharya influenced by Islam or another Abrahamic religion?
Madhvacharya is the proponent of the Dvaita school of Vedanta philosophy.
This school, unlike the other schools of Vedanta, believes:
God, souls, and the universe are all eternally distinct and
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About Girl child - What does Vedas and Shastras say in Sanatana Dharma.?
Just curious to know what do Vedas or Shastras say about a girl child? Like from when it's born to her journey of life.
Can someone give some references.?
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How to pronounce this sloka?
I found this sloka online and I think there are some misspellings or mistakes in this version:
"Pathaya vaa patale , Sthapaya vaa sakala Bhuvana samraye |
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Do i need to include om in start of this mantra?
This mantra is mentioned in karpuradi strots do I need to add om before this mantra??
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Spiritual work of past life
Suppose I get initiated into a mantra and chanted it in my past life would I need initiation to chant that same mantra in this life
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Why do Gaudiyas believe that Krishna and Gopis are eternal teenagers?
I have heard that Gaudiyas believe that Krishna is eternally 15 years old and that Lalita is eternally 14 years old.
Why do they believe this? Is this stated in scripture?
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What are the different texts to learn about Lord Rama?
I love hinduism and in that I love reading about Lord Rama and Mata sita. I want to know which other Ramayanas or texts related to Lord Rama are available to us so that I can read them. Can someone ...
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Strota to increase attraction power?
I've been surfing through the internet about strotas like kali sahasranama/karpuradi stotra, that can increase attraction power of an individual. Is there any other stotra or anything like this?
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Is gold considered pure all the time as per the shastras?
Is gold considered still pure if it is worn all the time, after going in toilet or antyesthi? (Need Shastric Evidence).
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What are the different origins of Saraswathi?
It is well known from the scriptures that devathas use to manifest themselves from various origins. The origins may vary from kalpa to kalpa, but there is always an inner meaning. For example, the ...
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Why god do not change human's brain to worship god and do good work?
I heard that without the permission of god a leaf can't move. So, my question is Why god do not change human's brain to worship god and do good work. Please give me answer to this question by giving ...
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To whom does the Chatur Vyuha Avatars of Lord Vishnu exactly meditates upon according to scriptures.?
According to Mahabharata, other scriptures and Vaishnava agamas, Lord Vishnu has his Chatur Vyuha Avatars they are Vasudeva, Samkarsana, Pradyumna, Aniruddha. Mahabharata ( Shanti Parva) says that, ...
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What is the phrase in these verses from Bhāgavata Purāṇa referring to?
Following is the translation of verses (3.20.49-51) from Bhāgavata Purāṇa by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami. https://prabhupadabooks.com/sb
One day Brahmā, the self-born, the first living creature, felt as ...
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Who first coined the term Sanatan Dharma?
When did we get the name "Sanatan Dharma"? Is "Sanathan Dharma" and Hinduism one and the same? I see hardly people know about Sanatan Dharma. Mostly in North India, people know it ...
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