We just observed Parasurama Jayanthi and Akshaya Trithiya yesterday (10th May 2024) . As it is well known, Lord Parashurama is the 6th incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He is called Parashurama, as he wields the Parashu or the axe. It has been written in the ancient texts that he created the Western coast of India … Continue reading Goa’s Connection to the Legend of Parashurama: Temples, History, and Archaeological Evidence ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
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#MumbaiDiaries: ” A Journey through the Walkeshwar Temple Complex” ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4wuGh_U_B4&t=145s Painting of VanaVasi Rama by artist Achintya Venkatesh On my second visit to the historic site nestled in the Malabar Hill area of South Mumbai, I was accompanied by my friend Dr. Swaroop Dhume, whom I had met during my travels. Coincidentally, she resided in the vicinity, offering us a prime vantage point to … Continue reading #MumbaiDiaries: ” A Journey through the Walkeshwar Temple Complex” ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Sweet Symphony: Exploring the Irresistible Delight of “Tirunelveli Halwa” ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NejKci6WiCk If you are in Tirunelveli, a must-vist place is the Irrutakkadai. Irrutakadai in Tamizh literally means dark shop. And there it was right in front of the Nellaiappar Temple – a dark shop with minimal lighting – but oh my what a crowd in front of it and we joined too – Yes to … Continue reading Sweet Symphony: Exploring the Irresistible Delight of “Tirunelveli Halwa” ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
What are the 7 Muktisthala ? ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHEq551Ll_Y&t=3s This is explained in the 1 min video YouTube short! In a recent video I had mentioned the 7 muktisthalam or Sapta Puris. The seven Muktisthalams include different part of the body of Sriman Narayana or Lord Vishnu. Avanthi is represented as the divine feet; Kanchipuram, represents the waist, Dwaraka represents the nabhi or … Continue reading What are the 7 Muktisthala ? ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
#KumbakonamTrails, Brihadishvara Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
After our visit to Thirukadaiyur, we did a bit of cross-country driving to reach the famed Brihadeshwara temple at Gangaikonda Cholapuram. It took us about an hour and 45 minutes to get there. And when we reached there, needless to say, what I saw took my breath away. What I saw was testimony to one … Continue reading #KumbakonamTrails, Brihadishvara Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
The Miracle of Kal Garudan at the Nachiyarkoil / Thirunarayur (Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu) @Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCTal2_Ynd4&t=43s Kumbakonam- a city that is bounded by two rivers, the Kaveri River to the north and Arasalar River to the south is located in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu. Kumbakonam is known as a "Temple town" due to the prevalence of several temples here and is noted for its Mahamaham festival, which happens … Continue reading The Miracle of Kal Garudan at the Nachiyarkoil / Thirunarayur (Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu) @Sangeeta Venkatesh
Navaratri Special: Birth of Durga & the Kalika Durga Parmeshwari Temple @Sangeeta Venkatesh
In the 2nd of the Navaratri YouTube series, I speak about the birth of Durga, and the temple of Kalika Durga Parmershwari temple. I hope you take away something from the video. Look forward to your responses on the channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQn_aYtk4zs&t=334s
Navaratri Special – When Dolls come alive – the video @Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk9igG13tk0 Happy Navaratri to all my readers! May the Goddess Divine keep and protect you!
The period of Dakshinayana & the SuryaNarayana Temple Bangalore ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_MIfUKdDO0 While writing is my first love, I have also embarked on making some videos on YouTube. This video is about the Sun's transit southwards from Cancer to Capricorn and is known as the Dakshinayana period, which also describes the Sun Temple in Bangalore. Do subscribe, share & look forward to your interactions on that … Continue reading The period of Dakshinayana & the SuryaNarayana Temple Bangalore ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
Periya Azhwar – Bhakti as Maternal Love ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
This article was first published in the ‘Speaking Tree’ section of the Times of India newspaper. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dO0y7Ujo-DE&t=336s Your relationship with the Divine is your prerogative; and every devotee’s bhava or emotions is unique. One can relate to Him as a friend as in sakhya bhava, as a servant in dasa bhava, as a lover in … Continue reading Periya Azhwar – Bhakti as Maternal Love ©Sangeeta Venkatesh
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