Annapurna: The Hindu Goddess of Nourishment
In Hindu religion, Annapurna is revered as the reincarnation of the Goddess Parvati, who is the wife of Lord Shiva. The deity was born as a result of an argument...
Category: Hindu Mythology
Chandra: Hindu God of the Moon
Chandra, in Hindu pantheon, a son of Atri and Anasuya. He is considered one of the Navagrahs, i.e. the nine planets. A lunar deity, Chandra is revered as a fertility...
Lord Brahma: The Creator God and First God in Hindu Triumvirate
In Hinduism, Brahma is revered as one of the most eminent gods. A member of the Trideva in Hinduism, Brahma is worshiped as “The Creator”. In ancient Vedic texts, he...
Agni: God of Fire and Sacrifices in Hindu Mythology
Agni is the god of fire in Hinduism. As a matter of fact his name literally translates into the word “fire” in Sanskrit. Born to the creator god Brahma, Agni...
How does Shiva destroy and recreate the universe?
Being the Lord of Dance, Shiva’s favorite dance is believed to be the Tandav. Hindu scholars describe this dance as the “dance of death”. When one era/age ends, Shiva swoops...