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Does "Free Will" really exist, even if universe repeats itself in perfect pattern?
The concept of universe repeating itself is similar to philosophy of Eternal Return. Such philosophy is subscribed many ancient Indian philosophers as well. In brief:
A finitely timed universe will repeat itself infinitely in fixed pattern
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What are the permissible numbers for japa count that are less than 108?
It is well known that when you do a mantra japa 108 is the minimum number of times you should do to get the wholesome benefit of the japa.Sometimes,a higher number ,1008, is also recommended.
But my question is,if there is so much scarcity of time…
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What bodies (Koshas or layers) do Devas, Trimurthis and their Shaktis (consorts) have?
The two questions What are Five Layers (Pancha Kosha) of Human? and Where does a Soul attached to the Body? explain various koshas (Sheaths) of human body. Trimurthi and their respective Shaktis are believed to be different aspects of Supreme…
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Shaving / Haircut / Nailcut - what days are allowed / prohibited?
On what days is a haircut or shaving (Kshoura) or a nailcut allowed and on what days is it prohibited?
Are they different between sampradayas?
Are we allowed to cut hair/beard ourselves? Or should only a barber do it (ofcourse a barber needs another…
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What scriptures describe Vishnu marrying a rebirth of the golden Sita statue?
I'm currently visiting India, and I just went to my Mom's Kula Devata, the Veeraraghava Perumal Vishnu Temple in Thiruvallore. Many things have happened in this location over the ages, including Vishnu reteaching the Vedas to Brahma after he forgot…
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What is the panchang to be used when generating a horoscope?
When generating a horoscope for a person, what is the Panchang to be used? There are two major panchangs, Vakya and Thirukanitha (Tamil name; I don't know what it is called in other states). Out of these two, which is advised for use? Which Panchang…
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Did Hanuman and Krishna ever met with each other?
We know that Hanuman is a great devotee and follower of Lord Rama in Treta Yuga.
But my doubt is, did he meet Krishna?
Is it explicitly mentioned anywhere in Vyasa's Mahabharat or some other Hindu text that Hanuman and Krishna met each other? If…
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What about the technology of the previous Kali Yugas?
In today's world, we have advanced a lot in science and technology, and people have distanced themselves from all the Puranas and Vedas. All that is fine, because it is predicted that the Kali Yuga is like that.
My question: Since this is the 28th…
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What are the main gotras and the upagotras among Brahmins?
I would like to know the names of the original gotras. I have seen online different lists of gotras (sometimes up to 100+). I would like to know if there is a tree diagram of gotras and upagotras anywhere.
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Where is it mentioned that Shabari offered to Lord Rama the fruits that she has already tasted?
There is a famous story that when Lord Rama met with Sabari she offered Him some fruits but in order to know if they are sweet she bit them before giving to Him. This website says that the story is in Padma…
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Why did Sri Krishna say he was VAJRA among weapons?
While giving discourse to Arjuna, Sri Krishna says that he was VAJRA among weapons.
आयुधानामहं वज्रं धेनूनामस्मि कामधुक्।
प्रजनश्चास्मि कन्दर्पः सर्पाणामस्मि वासुकिः।।10.28।।
Of the weapons,I am the Vajra [of Indra]; of the cows, I am the…
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Moksha for the Soul of Brahma
The life of Brahma is 100 years of Brahma. More information on Hindu Cosmology
We are in 51st year of the current Brahma's Life Year.
I also know that after Brahma dies, Brahma (the soul in that post) is reborn.
My Question is:
Is the current soul…
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Is Lord Shiva dark in complexion?
We know that the complexion of Lord Vishnu / Krishna is dark (shyam varna) but what is the complexion of Lord Shiva, dark or white?
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What is the significance of '108' beads in the rosary (japmala)?
There are exactly 108 beads in the rosary (japmala). What's the significance of the count 108 here?
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ISR says birthdate of Lord Rama is 10th January 5114 BC. What about Kalki avatar?
As per ISR scientific study and research, Lord Rama's birth date is calculated as 10th january 5114 BCE. They used a software named Planetorium, simulated arrangement of planets as per Valmiki Ramayana and determined that the same arrangement of…
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