Krishna Gets a Heart

Here is a beautiful story narrated by a long-time devotee of Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda, Mrs. Anjali Singh. She had the good fortune of not only travelling with Him but also took some of the most enchanhting photographes of Gurudev. This story of her, Krishna, His heart and Gurudev. It not only shows her devotion…

Significance of Janmashtami

Janmashtami – the Story Krishna was born on Janmashtami. Krishna was born on this day in Mathura and we are inspired by the story year after year. Later, Krishna married several wives and perhaps divorced some!Thus we have brought him down to our own level, and then think that we are not as bad as…

Holika and Prahlada

The Festival of Holi Holi is celebrated in several ways…the most common features include the day (the full moon of Phalgun) and lighting of a bonfire. Contrary to most festivals, which are celebrated with great discipline, Holi is more freely undertaken as everyone takes part in some form of mischief. Story of Holika and Prahlada…

Lord Krishna’s Divinity by Swami Chinmayananda

Why is Lord Krishna a source of inspiration? Why has He been the subject of such reverence by devotees across the globe for centuries. He the famous Hero of the Puranas (mystical stories) and the epic Mahabharata, and the giver of Knowledge in the Geeta. We have all heard of Him and His names. But…

Introduction to Lord Krishna

Let us get to know Lord Krishna… The correct pronunciation of ‘Krsna’ is ‘Krishna.’ Lord Krishna is the purna-avatara of Lord Vishnu, having all 16 kalas or perfect qualities. He is known for his infinite charm, smile, and beauty. He was so beautiful that, it is said, even precious jewels lost their shine and beauty…

Why do we Worship Tulsi (Holy Basil)?

In Hindu tradition, Tulsi or the Holy Basil is considered as a mother. It is one of the most sacred plants and is known to be self-purifying. Many stories and legends in the Indian Mythology beckon the reasons why Tulsi is worshipped: Story – Tulsi cursed Lord Vishnu One such story states that, once Tulsi…