1. Kamat's Potpourri: Animals Of Hindu Mythology On the role of animals and animal gods in hindu mythology. http://www.kamat.com/kalranga/prani/animals.htm

more ads Animals of Indian Mythology Dr. Krishnanand Kamat Last updated : October 28, 2001 A ncient Indians had recognized the animals' right to co-exist with man and therefore they were loved, nurtured and even worshipped. In order to impress upon the commoners about their importance, the animals were given the status of gods and goddesses. They declared that Almighty incarnates in different animal forms. The kings and the emperors opted different animals in their emblems. Many festivals were/are observed in honor of several animals. In order to inculcate love for animals among children, animals were made heroes in stories. The rulers gave them prime position in art and architecture. Unfortunately, today we are neither adopting ancient Indians' compassionate attitude, nor scientific approach of the westerners towards these animals and hence we are heading towards a catastrophe. The activities of ancient Indians were woven around the animals. Therefore, they knew the happenings of animal world as much as today's ardent student of zoology. This vast knowledge has been recorded in the scriptures of the time. The Upanishads contain detailed descriptions of horses and cattle. The

2. Indian Divinity Indian Mythology A glimpse into the rich mythology, various gods, goddesses and legends of India with detailed information and colorful images. Dear Visitors, Indian Mythology is now INDIAN DIVINITY Thus emerged the transition of hindu mythology from Vedic Gods (the Cosmic Trinity) to Puranic Gods (the Hindu Trinity http://www.webonautics.com/mythology

Home Om - Symbol of Absolute The Cosmic Trinity The Hindu Trinity The Lesser Gods ... Subscribe Dear Visitors, Indian Mythology is now INDIAN DIVINITY. The change in name is a part of the new features, more images and more updates we plan to bring to you. We sincerely hope that we will be able to provide you with the new features very soon. Thank you for your support and overwhelming response. And while we are making a huge effort to update the site soon, we hope that you will continue to enjoy our current site till then. We also would like to inform you that INDIAN DIVINITY / INDIAN MYHTOLOGY has not sent any newsletters or mail-outs till now. We have only replied to any specific queries we have received. If any subscribers or viewers have received any emails or spams that you think is from INDIAN DIVINITY / INDIAN MYHTOLOGY please report it back to us at Spam Reports Regards, INDIAN DIVINITY TEAM Indian Mythology dates back to as early as 1200 B.C. when the first hymns of the RIG VEDA was composed. The hymns of the RIG VEDA are the first and freshest expression of the sense of beauty and gladness awakened in the Aryan race by the charms and the bounty of nature. What began as a celebration of natural elements such as Air, Water and Fire was converted into the worship of cosmic elements. And thus formed the triad of the early Vedic Gods - AGNI, VAYU and SURYA. The VEDIC Gods are mere abstractions, intangible and illusive personifications of the powers of nature. It is in the post-VEDIC phase or in the PURANAS the gods assumed substantial shape and individual character.

3. Encyclopedia Mythica: Hindu Mythology. The available articles in the hindu mythology area. Hanuman. Harihara. hindu mythology. Hiranyagarbha. Hiranyakashipu. I Special item An introduction to hindu mythology. Editor M.F http://www.pantheon.org/areas/mythology/asia/hindu/articles.html

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4. Probert Encyclopaedia: Hindu Mythology In hindu mythology, Aditi is the great goddess who gave birth to the twelve zodiacal spirits In hindu mythology, Parashurama was the sixthavatar of Vishnu http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/D7.HTM

Browse: General Information Actors People Gazetteer ... Dictionary Hindu Mythology (Translations provided by freetranslation.com ADITI In Hindu mythology, Aditi is the great goddess who gave birth to the twelve zodiacal spirits. AGNI Agni is the Hindu god of fire, the guardian of homes, and the protector of humans against evil. He married Kali , under her name of Ambika. AMRITA In Hindu mythology, Amrita is the nectar conferring immortality. ANNAPURNA In Hindu mythology, Annapurna is a goddess of foodstuff. She who causes the continual transformation of substance into energy. AUM Aum is the sacred mystical syllable representing the Hindu trinity AVATAR Avatar (Avatara) in Hindu mythology is an incarnation of a deity. BRAHMA Brahma is the Hindu supreme god and creator of the cosmos . He is the first person of the Hindu triad , the others being Vishnu and Shiva . He is represented as a man of a red colour with four faces and generally four hands each of which holds a portion of the Vedas, in one a lustral vessel, in one a rosary , and in one a sacrificial spoon CHAYA In Hindu mythology, Chaya is the goddess of the beneficial effects of muted and dappled sunlight. She is the matron of metal-workers.

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Home Om - Symbol of Absolute The Cosmic Trinity The Hindu Trinity The Lesser Gods ... Subscribe Dear Visitors, Indian Mythology is now INDIAN DIVINITY. The change in name is a part of the new features, more images and more updates we plan to bring to you. We sincerely hope that we will be able to provide you with the new features very soon. Thank you for your support and overwhelming response. And while we are making a huge effort to update the site soon, we hope that you will continue to enjoy our current site till then. We also would like to inform you that INDIAN DIVINITY / INDIAN MYHTOLOGY has not sent any newsletters or mail-outs till now. We have only replied to any specific queries we have received. If any subscribers or viewers have received any emails or spams that you think is from INDIAN DIVINITY / INDIAN MYHTOLOGY please report it back to us at Spam Reports Regards, INDIAN DIVINITY TEAM Indian Mythology dates back to as early as 1200 B.C. when the first hymns of the RIG VEDA was composed. The hymns of the RIG VEDA are the first and freshest expression of the sense of beauty and gladness awakened in the Aryan race by the charms and the bounty of nature. What began as a celebration of natural elements such as Air, Water and Fire was converted into the worship of cosmic elements. And thus formed the triad of the early Vedic Gods - AGNI, VAYU and SURYA. The VEDIC Gods are mere abstractions, intangible and illusive personifications of the powers of nature. It is in the post-VEDIC phase or in the PURANAS the gods assumed substantial shape and individual character.

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HINDU MYTHOLOGY The Story of Lord Ganesha I chose to begin my Indian Mythology page with the story of Lord Ganesha ( the 'Elephant God') for a reason which will make itself clear as you read on. He is the Destroyer of obstacles - 'Vighna Vinashaka' The harbringer of happiness and joy - 'Sukha Kartha' The absorber of sorrow and misfortune - 'Dukha Hartha' He makes wishes come true - 'Siddhi Vinayaka' According to popular Hindu belief, no new task, venture or undertaking is well-begun without the chanting of prayers to lord Ganesha before you start it. The relevance of this will unfold itself as you will read the following story associated with this mystifying elephant deity. Lord Ganesha is the virtual son (read on and you will know why I say 'virtual son') of lord Shiva (the ' Destroyer' ) and his wife/consort Parvathi . The story of lord Ganesha is one sure to fascinate. A long, long time ago when Lord Shiva was away fighting the demons ( or Asuras ) for the Gods, the lady of the house, Goddess Parvathi was all alone at home. On one such occasion, she needed someone to guard the house when she was going for a bath. Unable to think of an alternative, she used her divine powers to create a son - Ganesha. She instructed this little boy - Ganesha, to keep strict vigil on the door to the house and not allow anyone inside. The little boy agreed and stayed on the strictest of vigils. In the meantime Lord Shiva returned happy after a glorious victory won for the Gods, only to be stopped at the entrance by this little boy - Ganesha, who he did not even recognize! Ganesha, acting on his

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HINDU MYTHOLOGY The Story of Lord Ganesha I chose to begin my Indian Mythology page with the story of Lord Ganesha ( the 'Elephant God') for a reason which will make itself clear as you read on. He is the Destroyer of obstacles - 'Vighna Vinashaka' The harbringer of happiness and joy - 'Sukha Kartha' The absorber of sorrow and misfortune - 'Dukha Hartha' He makes wishes come true - 'Siddhi Vinayaka' According to popular Hindu belief, no new task, venture or undertaking is well-begun without the chanting of prayers to lord Ganesha before you start it. The relevance of this will unfold itself as you will read the following story associated with this mystifying elephant deity. Lord Ganesha is the virtual son (read on and you will know why I say 'virtual son') of lord Shiva (the ' Destroyer' ) and his wife/consort Parvathi . The story of lord Ganesha is one sure to fascinate. A long, long time ago when Lord Shiva was away fighting the demons ( or Asuras ) for the Gods, the lady of the house, Goddess Parvathi was all alone at home. On one such occasion, she needed someone to guard the house when she was going for a bath. Unable to think of an alternative, she used her divine powers to create a son - Ganesha. She instructed this little boy - Ganesha, to keep strict vigil on the door to the house and not allow anyone inside. The little boy agreed and stayed on the strictest of vigils. In the meantime Lord Shiva returned happy after a glorious victory won for the Gods, only to be stopped at the entrance by this little boy - Ganesha, who he did not even recognize! Ganesha, acting on his

8. Encyclopedia Mythica: Hindu Mythology hindu mythology. Browse articles Contact the editor. The beliefs India. Special item An introduction to hindu mythology. » Browse http://www.pantheon.org/areas/mythology/asia/hindu/

Asia Search Feedback Submit Article Mythology ... Links Hindu mythology Browse articles Contact the editor The beliefs, practices, and socioreligious institutions of the Hindus (originally, the inhabitants of the land of the Indus River). It evolved from Vedism, the religion of the Indo-European peoples who settled in India. Special item: An introduction to Hindu mythology available articles in this area. Editor: M.F. Lindemans There are currently articles in this area. This section was last updated on March 12, 2004. Selected links Rig Veda Hymns from the Rig Veda. Indian mythology Tales and descriptions of Hindu deities as they appear in mythic tales. home contact top MCMXCV - MMIV Encyclopedia Mythica.

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10. Indian Mythology Indian Mythology A glimpse into the rich mythology, various gods, goddesses and legends of India with detailed information and colorful images. Dear Visitors, Indian Mythology is now INDIAN DIVINITY Thus emerged the transition of hindu mythology from Vedic Gods (the Cosmic Trinity) to Puranic Gods (the Hindu Trinity http://www.webonautics.com/mythology/mythology.html

Home Om - Symbol of Absolute The Cosmic Trinity The Hindu Trinity The Lesser Gods ... Subscribe Dear Visitors, Indian Mythology is now INDIAN DIVINITY. The change in name is a part of the new features, more images and more updates we plan to bring to you. We sincerely hope that we will be able to provide you with the new features very soon. Thank you for your support and overwhelming response. And while we are making a huge effort to update the site soon, we hope that you will continue to enjoy our current site till then. Regards, INDIAN DIVINITY TEAM Indian Mythology dates back to as early as 1200 B.C. when the first hymns of the RIG VEDA was composed. The hymns of the RIG VEDA are the first and freshest expression of the sense of beauty and gladness awakened in the Aryan race by the charms and the bounty of nature. What began as a celebration of natural elements such as Air, Water and Fire was converted into the worship of cosmic elements. And thus formed the triad of the early Vedic Gods - AGNI, VAYU and SURYA. The VEDIC Gods are mere abstractions, intangible and illusive personifications of the powers of nature. It is in the post-VEDIC phase or in the PURANAS the gods assumed substantial shape and individual character. In the late VEDIC period the two ITIHASAS or epics Ramayana and the Mahabharata were compiled. The heroes of the Vedic age gradually took place of the shadowy gods of the Vedic Gods and found their places in the Puranas. This formed the phase of post-VEDIC gods or the PURANIC GODS who had their seeds and roots in the VEDAS giving rise to the concept of TRIMURTI.

11. Kamat's Potpourri:  Divine Vehicles From Hindu Mythology -- List Of Pictures Animals of Mythology important animals and tales from Hindu mythologies. Car Festivals of India Pictorial exhibition of temple chariots. http://www.kamat.com/kalranga/vehicles/

more ads Holy Vehicles Page Last Updated : June 07,2004 M ost Hindu Gods have their own vehicles that they use to go about their tasks and responsibilities. We bring you this fascinating exhibition of pictures from Indian mythologies. List of Pictures Animal Vehicles of Hindu Deities Lord Ganesh rides his favorite mouse to earth Lord Indra riding the Airavat, the eight trunked elephant Lord Krishna Rides the Bird Garuda ... Yama the Lord of Death and his Vehicle, the Water Buffalo See Also: Hinduism Potpourri Hindu arts, culture, and philosophy at Kamat's Potpourri Animals of Mythology important animals and tales from Hindu mythologies Car Festivals of India Pictorial exhibition of temple chariots Holy Vehicles Pictures! Mythology Animals Kamat's Potpourri Timeless Theater ... Kamat's Potpourri Merchandise and Link Suggestions Buy Xenical, Cialis, Propecia, Reductil. - UK Pharamacy Free Fantasy Football -Fantasy football site with free live scoring. Matrimonial profiles of Indian Brides and Indian Grooms at MatriSearch.com - Indian Matrimonial site - Matrimonials Compare Insurance quotes - Compare Insurance quotes for car, life, home, travel, dental and health.

12. Hindu Mythology Back to Home Page or Contents or Mythical Topics or Article Index. hindu mythology. In this section are descriptions of Hindu Mythologies and mythological beings described in http://www.themystica.com/mythical-folk/pages/hindu_mythology.html

Back to Home Page or Contents or Mythical Topics or Article Index Hindu Mythology In this section are descriptions of Hindu Mythologies and mythological beings described in the encyclopedia.This new section is being constructed. The following articles are presented: Abhijit Aditi Aditya Agni ... Yama

13. Indian Mythology In A Nutshell Contains information on the Trimurti, the three highest deities of hindu mythology Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Also have sections on the Cycle of Creation, Sage Bhrigu and Goddess Lakshmi. http://www.ece.mcgill.ca/~nmysor/gods.html

Last Modified: The Trimurthies The trimurthies are the three Gods known as Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The three gods are responsible for the fate of the universe. Brahma is its creator, Vishnu its preserver and Shiva its ultimate destroyer. From Left to Right: Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva. Many temples have been erected for the glory of Vishnu and Shiva but Brahma is hardly worshipped. It is said that time can be separated into 4 Yugas or periods. These yugas represent a certain degree of honesty on Earth. Throughout these 4 Yugas, Vishnu is said to incarnate 10 times or Dashaavatar - Dasha means 10 and avatar means incarnation. Narasimha: half-man and half-lion, He is the 4th Avatar of Vishnu, Lakshmi, His consort is seated on his lap. The Cycle of Creation and Destruction is completed at the end of Kalpa. A Kalpa is 10,000 divine years or 10 million years. The Kalpa is broken up into 4 Yugas. They are Satya Yuga which lasts for 4 thousand divine years, Treta Yuga which lasts for 3 thousand years, Dwapara Yuga which lasts for 2 thousand and finally Kali Yuga which lasts for 1 thousand years. The Yugas are characterized by their loss of righteousness in the world, i.e., Satya has only truth, Treta loses 1/4 truth, Dwapara loses 1/2 truth, and Kali loses 3/4 truth. Evil, dishonesty plague the universe and replace truth in the last three Yugas. We are currently living in Kali Yuga. This yuga is characterized by unrighteous acts and there is 1/4 Truth and 3/4 evil. At the end of this Yuga, Shiva shall destroy the whole universe - this is known as the night of Brahma. In other words, Brahma lives and dies in one day of Vishnu, Vishnu is born and dies in day of Shiva or Rudra. When such a dissolution occurs, Brahma will then create the universe once more - known as the Day of Brahma.

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Image gallery Search Feedback Submit Article Mythology ... Links Hindu The following images are available: Avaloketishwara Redeemer of Humanity. [Statuette; 11kb] Brahma One of the great Hindu gods. [Statuette; 13kb] Ganesha The deity of good fortune, new ventures, wisdom, and removal of obstacles. [Statuette; 19kb] Ganesha The Hindu god deity of good fortune. [Statuette; 20kb] Hanuman The symbol of Devotion and Service. [Statuette; 9kb] Kali The Hindu goddess of dissolution and destruction. [Statue; 55kb] Kali The Hindu mother goddess, symbol of dissolution and destruction. [Statuette; 7kb] Pashupati A Hindu deity. [Carving; 15kb] Vishnu One of the major Hindu gods. [Statuette; 11kb] Number of images in this area: home contact top MCMXCV - MMIV Encyclopedia Mythica.

15. Behind The Name: Hindu Mythology Names Behind the Name the etymology and history of first names. hindu mythology Names. ANIL m Usage Indian, hindu mythology Derived from Sanskrit anila air, wind . http://www.behindthename.com/nmc/ind-myth.html

t h e e t y m o l o g y a n d h i s t o r y o f f i r s t n a m e s Hindu Mythology Names The names listed here occur in the mythologies and legends of Hinduism. ANIL m Usage: Indian, Hindu Mythology Derived from Sanskrit anila "air, wind". This was another name of Vayu, the Hindu god of the wind. ARUNDHATI f Usage: Indian, Hindu Mythology The name of a star (also called Alcor), possibly meaning "not restrained" in Sanskrit. As a personal name it was borne by the wife of the Hindu sage Vasishtha. BALDEV m Usage: Indian, Hindu Mythology Means "god of strength" from Sanskrit bala "strength" combined with deva "god". Baladeva is the name of the older brother of the Hindu god Krishna. BHARAT m Usage: Indian, Hindu Mythology Means "being maintained" in Sanskrit. In Hindu myth this is one of the names of Agni, the Hindu god of fire, and is also the name of the brother of Rama. It is also borne by a legendary king, the son of Dushyanta. The official name of the country of India, Bharat, derives from him. BRAHMA m Usage: Hindu Mythology Pronounced: BRAH-mah Means "prayer" in Sanskrit. The Hindu god Brahma is the creator and director of the universe, the balance between the opposing forces of Vishnu and Shiva.

16. St. George Syrian Orthodox Church, Cheppaud. Our Country. hindu mythology. Veda Dharma Indestructible Soul' within each individual and still be called a good Hindu. This gives an indication of the kind of http://groups.msn.com/StGeorgeSyrianOrthodoxChurchCheppaud/hindumythology.msnw

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19. Introduction To Hindu Mythology This addition to the Vishnu myth was probably an attempt to subordinate popular Buddhism to the Hindu system. O Flaherty, Wendy. Hindu Myths. Penguin, 1975. http://larryavisbrown.homestead.com/files/xeno.mahabcomm.htm

HINDU GODS Vedic Gods The Hindu pantheon developed over a considerable period of time. To answer the question "What do Hindus believe about the gods?" one must clarify which time period, as their emphasis on certain gods changed through the centuries. The earliest Hindu texts are the four Vedas, the Rig Veda being the oldest (1200 BC), containing 1028 hymns with more allusions to myths than full stories. Over one fourth of the Vedic hymns concern Indra, the king of heaven, the storm god who gained prominence by defeating the demon/dragon Vritra who was holding back rain from heaven, having imprisoned the cloud-cattle. Other important Vedic gods were Varuna, god of the ocean, Agni, god of fire, Surya, the sun god, and Yama, god of death. By the time that the Mahabharata was written (300 BC - 300 AD), other gods who played only minor roles in the Vedas have become popular. Three gods in particular came to be known as the Trimurti: Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer. Their fame grew during the Middle Ages when "stories of old" called the Puranas recorded their achievements and adventures in great detail. After the Trimurti became dominant, the Puranas relegated most of the older gods to the status of World Protectors, eight lords over each point on the compass. Gods of the Trimurti BRAHMA the creator (also known as Prajapati): After the act of creation, he has little prominence, often referred to as "grandfather," aloof, unaware or unconcerned about the consequences of his actions. In one story he rewards even demons for their asceticism, thus causing much grief to the other gods. Brahma is sometimes said to be self-created, or born from a lotus out of Vishnu's navel, or hatched from the cosmic egg. He is often depicted with four heads: as his daughter/consort Sarasvati tried to avoid his lustful gaze, other heads grew up in each direction she ran; when she ascended to heaven, a fifth head appeared, which Shiva cut off because of Brahma's incestuous lust.

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about A fanlisting is a place for all fans of a particular show, movie, actor, actress, singer, etc. to come together and build the biggest listing of people from all around the world who are fans of that subject. Welcome to Mythic Tales , a fanlisting dedicated to Hindu mythology. Since February 5, 2004 Last update March 16, 2004 Part of thefanlistings.org and Fancy Owner Cecilia updates March 16 • Added 3 members February 5 • Fanlisting approved rules • You must be a fan of Hindu mythology • You don't need to have a site, but if you have one you must link back with a code • Put the code up before Do not direct link the codes!!! If you do I will not state your url in the memberslist • I will not accept porn, hate or anti sites codes Link to: http://sajberblomma.com/fancy/hindumyth/ Want to donate codes? E-mail me. join If the form doesn't work, send me an e-mail ( please, only click once ) members 1 • Cecilia • mail www • Sweden 2 • Shaluna • mail www • Finland 3 • Anez • mail • www • Poland 4 • Tsuki • mail • www • Italy Want to edit your info?

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