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The wit and wisdom of Birbal had endeared him not only to Akbar, but also to a vast majority of the subjects of the Mughal empire. He had the rare distinction of achieving immense popularity during his lifetime, next only to that of Akbar. He was a good administrator, a good soldier and perhaps what…

Lord Shiva is Mukteswar (one who gives liberation) and Papkateswar (reliever of sins). He is Asutos (quickly and easy to please) and Abdar Dani (bestower of boons). On account of these attributes, people worship him throughout life and especially on the night of Maha Sivaratri, which was celebrated on the night prior to full dark…

Hindu Festival: Navratri Further Reading on Navratri Nav-Ratri – The festival of nine nights is one of the most prominent festivals of Hinduism dedicated to chiefly Mother Durga an incarnation of Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. This is the most pious and pure time in the complete Hindu calendar. These nine nights are…

Bhagavad Gita – Chapter Two: Contents Of Gita Summarized Text 61 Sanskrit working: English Wording: tani sarvani samyamya yukta asita mat-parah vase hi yasyendriyani tasya prajna pratisthita. English Translation: One who restrains his senses, keeping them under full control, and fixes his consciousness upon Me, is known as a man of steady intelligence. Purport: That…

Ocimum basilicum or Ocimum sanctum which is commonly known as Tulsi is one of the holiest and most useful plants of Hindus. It is found everywhere in sandy and uncultivated places. In 1897J.A. Dubois wrote that “Brahman reveres it as wife of Vishnu and believes that nothing on the earth can equal the virtues of…