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Wherein Aithreya Brahmana of Rig Veda has the word "Telugu"?
The Etymology of Telugu is believed to be derived from word "TRILINGA" or Trilinga Kshetras. Those three Shiva Temples are Kaleswaram, Bhimeswarama and Srisailam.
With time Trilinga became Tenugu a …
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What Scriptures other than Ramayana describe Vishwamitra cursing his sons?
According to Telugu folklore, meaning of word "Andhra" is believed to be "Tribe". Maharshi Vishwamitra curses his sons to go to south and lead a tribal life. Those tribes are believed to be "Andhra". …
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What scriptures say that Lord Shiva sits in Smashan (Cremation Grounds)?
Lord Shiva is depicted as sitting in Smashanam.
Which Hindu Scriptures say this? Why does he sit in Smashan?
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What are some online sources to get unabridged Hindu Scriptures or to learn Hinduism?
Here are some sources.
Hindu scriptures - Best site to get Hindu Scriptures in Sanskrit and English. This site has all main scriptures such as Vedas, Upanishads and Puranas and many other Ancient Sci …
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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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Legend behind origin of Vayu Lingam in Srikalahasti and its meaning
Offical website of Temple gives info of origin of Vayu Lingam in Telugu.
ప్రపంచ ముదయించిన మొదటి రోజుల్లో వాయు దేవుడి కర్పూర లింగాన్ని భక్తి
శ్రద్దలతో పూజించి అనేక వేల సంవత్సరములు తపస్సు చేశాడని …
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What is the story of Alakshmi?
Story of Alakshmi is described in detail in Chapter 6 Uttarabhaga of Linga Mahapurana.
Lord Vishnu created Alakshmi as a part of His divine sports. Since she was created before Goddess lakshmi, she is …
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What do scriptures say regarding Immigration & Emigration?
Where is it mentioned that such journey is prohibited?
Chapter 22, "Varnasramavidhi" (Rules to be followed by four Varnas) of Brihan Naradiya Purana states "Samudrayatra" (voyage over sea) is prohibi …
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Who are some great devotees of Lord Ganesha from the scriptures?
Ganesha Purana and some Ganesha-centric scriptures mention few great devotees of Sri Ganesha.
Since i don't have complete Ganesha Purana, i will cite Puranic Encyclopedia by Vettam mani as reference. …
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Which Scriptures describe "Vish Purush" who incarnated as Aswatthama?
Some blogs on internet claim that,
During Samudra Manthanam, Halahaal the fuming posion capable of burning
universe appeared and all Dev Danav Manav Yaksha Gandharva fled. All
of them along w …
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Legend behind origin of Vayu Lingam in Srikalahasti and its meaning
There are many legends behind Srikalahasti temple, which is one of the Panchaboota Kshetras. But none of these legends explain origin of Vayu Lingam which is believed to be "Swayambhu" (self-manifeste …
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Why don't we see Lord Shiva living on Kailash if he really exists?
Lord Mahadeva does really exist. He stays on Mount Kailash, which is currently present in Tibet. But for a normal human eye, Mount Kailash looks like just normal mountain.
The people well versed in Yo …
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What is the mythological origin of Vastu?
Hindus follow principles of Vastu Sastra for construction purposes. Vastu Sastra can be defined as follows:
Vaastu is an ancient Indian science of architecture and buildings
which helps in making a c …
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What is the mythological origin of Vastu?
Legend behind Vastu is described in Chapter 252 of Matsya Purana. Lord Matsya narrated the story to Vaivasvara Manu.
When Lord Shiva was fighting with Andhakasura, sweat drop fell from Lord Shiva's fo …
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Help me to find out the verse : "Brahma satyam jagat mithya, jivo brahmaiva naparah"
As stated in this answer, Adi Shankara's Brahmajnanavalimala has the complete verse.
Half verse "ब्रह्म सत्यं जगन्मिथ्या" is also present in Niralamba Upanishad.
तप इति च ब्रह्म सत्यं जगन्मिथ्ये …