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How is the main deity at an ISKCON temple chosen?
For example, at the ISKCON London temple, the principal dieties are Rādhā-Kṛṣṇa according to their website.
About the Deities
On the right-hand side of the shrine, you will see Radha-...
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Do the idols of gods and goddesses need to be made of same colour?
Do the idols of gods and goddesses worshipped in temples be of same colour as depicted in scriptures?
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Were there any temples in Satya yuga?
Is there any reference of temple of lord in the time of Satya Yuga?
Around that time people used to worship which God/Goddess?
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Why is it not recommended to turn back immediately after praying in a temple?
I heard this long time back that one should not immediately turn back after praying, instead take at least 2 or 3 steps back and then turn around. The reason is one should not make their back face the ...
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Why each day of the week is dedicated to a particular god?
As the title explains, why do we have specific days to worship specific gods? For example
Sunday - Lord Surya
Monday - Lord Shiva
Tuesday - Lord Ganesha
Wednesday - Lord Vithal
Thursday - Sai Baba, ...
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