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The Myth and Facts of Kailash Temple

The Myth and Facts of Kailash Temple

Located in the western region of Maharashtra, the Ellora caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and include monuments dating between 600 to 1000 CE but among all 34 structures in Ellora caves the Cave- 16 the divine Kailash temple stands out. It lacks an exact inscription, but it’s believed that it has been influenced…

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Kal Bhairava – The Drunken God

Kal Bhairava – The Drunken God

Bhairava is a fierce manifestation of Shiva. He is often depicted with frowning, angry eyes, sharp, tiger’s teeth and flaming hair. He is naked except for garlands of skulls and a coiled snake around his neck. He is often shown accompanied by a dog. Bhairava originated in Hindu legends and is sacred to Hindus, Buddhists…

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Why do lord Shiva drink Cannabis?

Why do lord Shiva drink Cannabis?

Lord Shiva – One of the major dimities (Trimurti) is also known as lord of Bhang (Cannabis). Lord Shiva use to have Bhang to keep his body temperature down. Bhang is supposed to be a coolant. It lowers down the body’s metabolism and that brings the overall body temperature down. Same is the case with…

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