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Religion 101: Divine Hindu Deities and Their Powerful Symbolism

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One of the main Hindu deities of Tamil Nadu, Lord Murugan, also known as Kartikeya, is the son of Shiva and Parvati and is associated with war and victory. Murugan’s iconography is rich and varied, often depicted with six heads to see in all directions and twelve hands, riding a peacock, his vahana. He carries the Vel, a divine spear given by his mother, symbolizing his role as a divine warrior. Image source: iStock Photo

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History 101: The Legacy of Swami Vivekananda, His Teachings and Relevance in the Modern World

Swami Vivekananda Ashram Brickfields Tun Sambanthan History Indian India

The Vivekananda Ashram, located in the vibrant Brickfields area of Kuala Lumpur, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Swami Vivekananda, a revered spiritual leader and social reformer. Established in 1904 by Sri Lankan Tamil immigrants, the ashram commemorates Swami Vivekananda’s visit to Malaysia in 1893. Image source: Coconuts

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Religion 101: Mahabharata Part 4 – Modern Findings & Evidences

Mahabharata Bhagavad Gita Kurukshetra War

The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita is a central text of Hindu philosophy and a part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. It is presented as a dialogue between the prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer. This dialogue occurs on the battlefield just before the start of a great war, where Arjuna is in a moral crisis about the violence and death the war will cause. The Gita addresses the concepts of duty and righteousness, and it has been revered for its teachings on how to live a just life, pursue spiritual enlightenment, and understand the nature of the universe. Image source: Kobo

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Religion 101: Mahabharata Part 3 – The Brutal & Decisive Kurukshetra War

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The Kurukshetra War, central to the Hindu epic Mahabharata, was a colossal battle fought between the Kauravas and the Pandavas, two factions of a royal family vying for the throne of Hastinapura. The battle took place at Kurukshetra, Haryana, India, just over 100 km north of New Dehli, on the way to Chandigarh. This war also serves as the backdrop for the sacred Bhagavad Gita, where Lord Krishna imparts spiritual wisdom to the warrior Arjuna. Image source: Krishna Culture

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Religion 101: Mahabharata Part 2 – The Essential Protagonists

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In the 2013 television adaptation of the Mahabharata, titled ‘Mahabharat’, the epic’s narrative centers around the Pandavas, consisting of the five brothers Yudhishthira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula, and Sahadeva, along with their shared spouse, Draupadi. This retelling brings to life the ancient tale, weaving the complex relationships and moral dilemmas faced by these central characters. Image source: Pinterest

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Religion 101: Mahabharata Part 1 – The Beginning Of An Ancient History

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Lord Krishna is a pivotal figure in Hinduism, revered as the eighth avatar of the god Vishnu and also worshipped as a supreme deity in his own right. His life and teachings are celebrated in various Hindu texts, most notably the Mahabharata, where he serves as a charioteer and guide to the prince Arjuna, imparting the spiritual wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita. Image source: Oleg Churakov on Unsplash

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