Her name is a combination of Brahma (penance) and Charini (one who ... who performed rigorous austerities to get Lord Shiva as her consort. Maa Brahmacharini is shown as a peaceful and ...

An excerpt from ‘The Master of Unfinished Things,’ by Geet Chaturvedi, translated from the Hindi by Anita Gopalan.

The Mystery of Divine Parenthood In the vast and intricate web of Hindu cosmology, the triad of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva ...

Berhampur: The rhythm of drums, cymbals and conch shells that reverberated in the air for last 21 days for ‘Danda ...

The marriage ceremony began at 10.30 am amidst the throng of devotees in the Mithila ground amid chanting of Vedic mantras ...

The name “Brahmacharini” is derived from the words “Brahma” (meaning “penance” or “meditation ... ultimately becoming his consort. Maa Brahmacharini teaches us the importance of dedication, discipline ...

It is associated with the deity Brahma. Pashupatastra is considered one of the most devastating weapons, wielded by Shiva’s consort Mahakali. Narayanastra, a powerful weapon, said to be capable of ...

Impressed by her dedication, Lord Brahma blessed her, and she became Lord Shiva’s consort. Wake up early, clean the house, take a bath, and begin the puja. Light an earthen lamp in front of Goddess ...

She later stopped eating and continued her penance without food and water. Seeing her intense resolve, Lord Brahma gave her a blessing, and she became Lord Shiva’s consort. Wake up early in the ...