महादेव Mahadeva (greatest God) Mahadeva Definition Mahadeva is a Sanskrit term meaning the greatest or most powerful God. In Hinduism, this is often used as another name for Lord Shiva, one of the chief deities. Mahadeva Deep Dive Mahadeva as Shiva Mahadeva, or Shiva, is the absolute. The unchanging, limitless, transcendent God whose wisdom and … Read more
Moksha Definition Moksha is liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth which is central to Indian religions and their philosophies. You will find the principles of moksha in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. Moksha is achieved by eradicating karma and by overcoming desires and ignorance. Moksha Deep Dive Moksha is a concept central to … Read more
महामंत्र: Mahamantra (great mantra) Maha Mantra Definition Also known as the Hare Krishna Mantra, the Maha Mantra is regarded as the ‘great’ mantra mentioned in the Kali-Santarana Upanishad. It goes as follows: Hare Krishna, Hare KrishnaKrishna Krishna, Hare HareHare Rama, Hare RamaRama Rama, Hare Hare Maha mantra deep dive A hugely significant mantra, its chanting … Read more
दुर्गा Durgā (a fort) Ma Durga Definition Ma Durga is an invocation of the Mother Goddess Durga. Ma means ‘mother’ in Sanskrit, as well as referring to rebirth and renewal. She is the Hindu Goddess of strength, protection, destruction, motherhood, and valor; one of the most powerful deities in the Hindu religion. Ma Durga is the … Read more