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May the divine melody of Krishna's flute fill your life with eternal joy and peace. 🙏 Happy Janmashtami! 🎉
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"Eternal Raas" is a captivating Album by Parvathy Kapoor that celebrates the divine essence of Krishna through a diverse collection of soul-stirring songs. This album weaves together traditional mantras and modern soundscapes across various genres, creating a spiritual journey that transports listeners to the mystical realms of Vrindavan. Each track embodies the timeless devotion to Lord Krishna, blending serene melodies with rhythmic beats, offering a perfect mix of meditative and uplifting music. "Eternal Raas" is a musical tribute to the eternal love and divine play of Krishna, resonating with both the heart and soul of devotees and music enthusiasts alike.
Lyrics: @hyKapoor
Composed & Crafted by: @abhakar
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Pañca-tattva, a group of five important figures in the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition particularly in the worship of Lord Krishna
🌼 Caitanya Mahāprabhu (Kṛṣṇa Himself): He is considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna and is the central figure in Gaudiya Vaishnavism. He is worshiped as the combined form of Radha and Krishna.
🌼 Nityānanda (Lord Balarāma): He is considered the incarnation of Lord Balarama, the elder brother of Lord Krishna. He is known for his compassion and mercy.
🌼 Advaita Ācārya (Mahā-Viṣṇu & Sadāśiva): He is believed to be an incarnation of Mahā-Viṣṇu and Sadāśiva. He played a significant role in the spread of the Bhakti movement and is considered one of the close associates of Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
🌼 Gadādhara Paṇḍita (Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī & Lalitā-sakhī): He is considered an incarnation of Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī, the consort of Lord Krishna, and Lalitā-sakhī, one of her closest companions.
🌼 Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura (Nārada Muni): He is considered the incarnation of Nārada Muni, the great sage and devotee of Lord Vishnu. He was a key figure in the early days of Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s movement.
⭐️ These five figures are collectively known as the Pañca-tattva, representing different aspects of the Supreme Lord and his devotees in the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition.
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The story of Makardhwaja, Hanuman's son, is an intriguing part of Hindu mythology:
After Hanuman burned the city of Lanka with his tail during the search for Sita, he took a dip in the ocean to cool himself down. As he did so, a drop of his sweat fell into the mouth of a mighty fish (Makara). This fish was later caught by a group of fishermen, and upon cutting it open, they found a baby boy inside. This boy was Makardhwaja, named after the fish that gave birth to him.
Makardhwaja grew up to be a strong and valorous warrior. His story intersects with that of his father, Hanuman, in the tale of Ahiravana, a demon who kidnapped Lord Rama and his brother Lakshmana during the battle of Lanka. Ahiravana took them to his kingdom in the netherworld (Patala).
When Hanuman went to rescue Rama and Lakshmana, he encountered Makardhwaja, who was guarding the entrance to Ahiravana's palace. Unaware of their relationship, Makardhwaja and Hanuman engaged in a fierce battle. Eventually, Hanuman subdued Makardhwaja and, upon learning his identity, was filled with pride and affection for his son.
Hanuman explained his mission to Makardhwaja, who then helped his father gain access to Ahiravana's palace. Together, they defeated Ahiravana and rescued Rama and Lakshmana. This story highlights the strength and valor of both Hanuman and his son, Makardhwaja, and their unwavering devotion to righteousness.
⭐️The story of Makardhwaja is not found in the original Valmiki Ramayana. It appears in later retellings and adaptations of the Ramayana, such as the Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas and various regional versions of the epic, as well as other texts like the Ananda Ramayana.
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The Story of Rama and the Squirrel 🐿️
As Lord Rama and his army of Vanaras (monkey warriors) were constructing the bridge (Rama Setu) across the ocean to reach Lanka and rescue Sita, each member of the army was contributing in their own way. The Vanaras, being large and strong, were carrying huge boulders and rocks to build the bridge.
⭐️The Squirrel’s Effort
Among the Vanaras, there was a small squirrel who also wanted to help in the construction of the bridge. The squirrel would roll in the sand and then run to the rocks in the bridge, shaking off the sand onto the gaps between the stones. It repeated this process tirelessly, determined to make its own small contribution.
⭐️The Vanaras’ Reaction
At first, the Vanaras, engrossed in their own efforts, didn’t notice the squirrel. When they finally did, some of them laughed and mocked the squirrel, pointing out how insignificant its contribution seemed compared to their own Herculean efforts.
⭐️ Lord Rama’s Recognition
Lord Rama, however, noticed the squirrel’s dedication and was deeply moved by its sincere effort. He gently picked up the squirrel, stroked its back, and praised it for its dedication and hard work. Rama explained to the Vanaras that every effort, no matter how small, was valuable and significant. He emphasized that the squirrel’s contribution was as important as the contributions of the strongest Vanaras because it was done with pure devotion and sincerity.
⭐️The Squirrel’s Mark
As a token of his appreciation, Rama ran his fingers over the squirrel’s back, and it is believed that the three lines found on the back of many Indian palm squirrels are the marks left by Rama’s fingers. This story is often told to illustrate the importance of recognizing and valuing every individual’s contribution, regardless of its scale.
⭐️ Moral of the Story
The story of Rama and the squirrel teaches us that:
Every effort counts, no matter how small.
Dedication and sincerity are what truly matter.
Everyone’s contribution is valuable in achieving a common goal.
True leaders recognize and appreciate the efforts of all members of their team.
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🐴Hayagriva vs 🦄 Hayagreeva :
In the Satya Yuga (the first age in Hindu cosmology), there was a demon named Hayagriva 🐴who had performed severe penance to please Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe. Pleased with his devotion, Brahma granted him a boon, and Hayagriva 🐴 asked for immortality. Brahma, however, refused, as immortality was against the natural order of things. So, Hayagriva 🐴 cunningly asked for a different boon: that he could not be killed by any god, demon, or human, either during the day or night, neither indoors nor outdoors, and neither on the ground nor in the sky.
Armed with this boon, Hayagriva 🐴 became arrogant and started harassing sages and disrupting the balance of the universe. In his arrogance, he even challenged Lord Brahma himself and stole the Vedas, the sacred texts that contain the knowledge of the universe.
The demon named Hayagriva 🐴 who stole the Vedas, the sacred texts, from Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe. With the Vedas lost, the balance of knowledge in the universe was disrupted, leading to chaos and ignorance.
With the Vedas lost, the universe was plunged into darkness and ignorance. The gods were powerless against Hayagriva 🐴 due to the conditions of his boon. Seeing the chaos, Lord Vishnu decided to intervene. He took on the form of Lord Hayagreeva 🦄, a being with the head of a horse and the body of a human, and descended to Earth.
Lord Hayagreeva 🦄 found the demon Hayagriva 🐴 and engaged him in a fierce battle. Despite the demon's formidable powers, Lord Hayagreeva 🦄, with his divine strength and wisdom, overpowered him. Finally, he killed the demon and retrieved the stolen Vedas.
Having accomplished his mission, Lord Hayagreeva 🦄 restored the Vedas to Lord Brahma, who was grateful for the return of the sacred texts. Lord Hayagreeva 🦄 then returned to his divine abode, and the universe was once again filled with knowledge, wisdom, and order.
⭐️ Since then, Lord Hayagreeva🦄 has been worshipped as the embodiment of intelligence, knowledge, and wisdom. Devotees seek his blessings for education, learning, and spiritual enlightenment. Lord Hayagreeva 🦄 is very regarded very high in Tantra Shastras, He is a great diety of Tantra and he made few of them and few of them are based on his Sadhna and Of his Ishtas, The Mahadevi., He is One of Prime Siddhas of Shree Vidya, He worshiped Mahadevi always and by her grace could win Asura Hayagriva🐴 and became Vishnu again
Source: Explored from Sacred Texts!
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Sampaati, the brother of Jatayu!
Sampaati is also a significant character in the Ramayana, and his story is deeply connected to Jatayu's.
According to the myth, Sampaati and Jatayu were once flying together, competing to see who could fly higher. In their enthusiasm, they flew too close to the sun, and their wings were scorched. Jatayu fell to the earth, while Sampaati managed to save himself by using his wisdom and folding his wings in time.
Sampaati, filled with grief and guilt for surviving while his brother fell, renounced his wings and became a sage, living on a mountain. He spent his days meditating and praying for his brother's well-being.
When Rama and Lakshmana were searching for Sita, they met Sampaati, who shared the news of Jatayu's heroic sacrifice and provided crucial information about Ravana's kingdom, helping the brothers in their quest.
Sampaati's story highlights the themes of brotherly love, guilt, redemption, and the power of wisdom and self-reflection. His character adds depth and richness to the epic narrative of the Ramayana.
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What is the true meaning behind Lord Krishna's flute playing and the Gopis?
In Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna's flute playing and his interactions with the gopis hold deep symbolic meanings.
1. The Flute: Lord Krishna's flute represents divine music, harmony, and enchantment. His melodious tunes captivate not only the human world but also the entire universe. The sound of his flute is said to embody pure love and devotion, drawing all beings towards him.
2. Gopis: The gopis, or cowherd girls, represent devotees who are deeply enamored by Lord Krishna's divine presence. They symbolize the soul's longing for union with God through their unconditional love and surrender to Krishna. Their dance with Krishna exemplifies the blissful union of the individual soul (represented by each gopi) with the Supreme Soul (Krishna).
3. Radha: Radha holds a significant place among the gopis as she is believed to be Krishna's eternal consort and supreme devotee. Her love for Lord Krishna surpasses all worldly attachments and stands as an example of pure devotion and selfless surrender.
The flute playing and interactions with the gopis convey profound spiritual teachings:
1. Divine Attraction: Lord Krishna's melodious tunes on his flute signify his call to all beings to turn towards their divine nature within. It represents how God's love can attract souls towards spiritual awakening and liberation from worldly attachments.
2. Unconditional Love: The gopis' unwavering devotion represents unconditional love towards God without any expectations or desires in return. It teaches that true devotion lies in selflessly surrendering one's ego at the feet of God.
3. Oneness with God: The dance between Lord Krishna and the gopis signifies unity between individual souls (represented by each gopi) and God (Krishna). It symbolizes merging one's consciousness into divine consciousness, achieving ultimate spiritual union or "Yoga."
Overall, Lord Krishna’s flute playing and interactions with the gopis serve as metaphors for profound spiritual truths such as devotion, unconditional love, unity with God, and liberation from worldly attachments
Hare Krishna
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What can we get from the life of Lord Krishna?
Lesson #1: Never give up on what you love
Krisha had a deep love for the flute, and he never stopped playing it just because of his commitments. Even during times of war it was by his side.
Lesson #2: Being of service to our fellow man
There are times when Krishna saved the people of Vrindavan from being poisoned. While they might have not been close to him, he was still drawn to being of service to them.
No matter what, being of service to mankind is considered as being of service to God.
Lesson #3: Selfless, unconditional love is the key
Not only did he bless those that offended him but he also practiced unconditional love while offering ‘mukti’ (enlightenment) to his devotees. His Life was all about divine love.
This is something that we can take and practice in our own lives.
Lesson #4: Taking One Day at a Time
Krishna was conscious of the future, but chose to live in the moment without worrying. Even if he knew what was going to happen, he still took one day at a time.
It’s easy to get bogged down by challenging circumstances, but staying mindful and present can make things much easier.
Lesson #5: Help people change with your spiritual knowledge
At one point, the god Indra was offended by those worshipping Krishna and sought to destroy them. But Krishna intervened and saved them. Seeing his folly, Indra begged forgiveness, and Krishna gave it.
Everyone makes mistakes, sometimes terrible ones. Don’t be a doormat, but give the space for other people to change. They might surprise you.
Lesson #6: Stay humble no matter what
Even if he was the Lord of all creation, he was still humble and showed respect to his elders- whether it was his parents or teachers. He was always eager to please them. Because of this, people were willing to help him everywhere he went.
Show respect to everyone, and they will show respect to you.
Lesson #7: Krishna smiled always
Right from his birth, Krishna faced a number of adversities. Yet he dealt with each and everyone of them with a smile on his face. In other words, he was living a Life of perpetual bliss. It’s probably the simplest lesson of all.
Happiness comes from within- your circumstances don’t define you.
Lesson #8: Generosity was his middle name
When Krishna’s friend Sudama offered him rice (that he himself could not afford), Krishna accepted the gift with great joy. Sudama’s wife had to beg in order to obtain this gift. In return, he turned Sudama’s house into gold with streams of precious stones and other trinkets flowing freely into his home.
Give freely, and fortune will smile upon you.
Lesson #9: Performed his duties diligently
Even if he was the Lord of the Universe, he still never shirked from his duties. Despite living a Life filled with difficulties, he never stopped performing them.
When it came to pleasing all his devotees, he assumed various forms to attend to all of them at the same time if need be- and for that, he is remembered even to this day.
Give freely and fulfill your obligations, and people will never forget you.
Lesson #10: He did not differentiate between people based on their upbringing or stature in society
It did not matter whether it was the gopikas, cowherd folk or even learned men, he made sure that they were treated equally. In fact, he treated animals with great kindness too.
Spiritually speaking, there isn’t any difference between anyone. We are all one.
Lesson #11: Valued his friendships
As mentioned earlier, the way he treated Sudama, his childhood friend, showed how much he valued friendships. Apart from this, he also did not differentiate between rich or poor friends either.
Lifelong friendships are built upon respect and love. Treat others this way and you will always be surrounded by love and laughter.
Lesson #12: Did his duty in particular to his parents
As a child, his parents were captured by the evil King Hamsa. When he matured into a man, he defeated the king and released his parents. One must never forget their parents especially as they age. No matter what, he did his duty towards them.
Parents sacrifice a lot to raise children…helping them in old age is a beautiful way of saying thank you.
Lesson #13: Remained calm and composed
Regardless of being in a number of unpleasant situation throughout his Life, Lord Krishna always stayed calm and composed.
There was never a time he panicked either. We can truly learn this from him as we go through ups and downs in Life.
Lesson #14: An astute strategist
When the Kauravas fought the Pandavas, he knew that the latter wouldn’t stand a chance against the mighty Kaurava army. Moreover, he also realized the evil Kauravas wouldn’t have a problem breaking the rules. So in response, he did bend the rules but not break them whenever faced with an ‘unfair’ situation.
Be aware of your situation, and be practical. Sometimes you have to think outside the box.
Lesson #15: Upheld dharma
Throughout the ‘Dharma Yuddh’, he stayed by the side of the Pandavas and kept them safe until the end of the war. Moreover, he was the person to cover Draupadi with a saree when she was stripped off her clothes. He upheld Dharma when the need for it arose throughout his Life.
Do the right thing, even if it’s challenging! This is the lesson and meaning of Dharma
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Hare Krishna 👏
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On which night of phalgun as per North India calendar Mahashiratri is celebrated?
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I'm Parvathy, and I'm passionate about sharing the beauty and wisdom of Hinduism with the world. On this channel, I dive deep into the world of Hindu mantras, rituals, and practices, offering insights and explanations to help you connect with the rich spiritual heritage of our culture.
Growing up in a practicing Hindu family, I've always been fascinated by the profound teachings and traditions that define our way of life. Through my videos, I aim to not only preserve these ancient practices but also make them accessible and relevant in today's world.
In addition to exploring mantras and rituals, I love delving into Hindu texts such as the Vedas, Upanishads, and Puranas, seeking to unravel their timeless wisdom and relevance in our lives today. My journey is fueled by a deep thirst for knowledge and a desire to share the beauty of Hindu philosophy with others
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