The Untold India by Sakshi Tiwari

  Banke Bihari is a revered name of Lord Krishna, primarily associated with his divine form in Vrindavan , a town in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The name "Banke Bihari" literally means "the one who is bent at the waist, playing the flute" . This name refers to a specific idol of Lord Krishna which is adored by millions of devotees. The Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan is one of the most famous temples dedicated to this form of Krishna and attracts devotees from all over the world. shri banke bihari ji  Origin and Significance of Banke Bihari: The name Banke Bihari is symbolic of the playful and loving nature of Lord Krishna as he is often depicted in a youthful form, bending at the waist and holding a flute. The posture of the idol is unique and distinctive. It is believed that Krishna, in his early years, would often be seen in Vrindavan playing the flute and mesmerizing all the inhabitants with his melodious music, creating an enchanting atmosp...

  When, Why, and How Did Dwarka Sink? After the conclusion of the Mahabharata war, the city of Dwarka, the kingdom of Lord Krishna, met a tragic end. Dwarka, once a prosperous and mighty city, submerged into the sea. This incident occurred 36 years after the Mahabharata war and marked the destruction of the Yadava clan as well. The sinking of Dwarka and the extinction of the Yadava dynasty are linked to two main events: the curse given to Lord Krishna by Mata Gandhari and the curse bestowed upon Krishna's son, Samba, by the sages. Let us delve into these events in more detail. 1. Mata Gandhari's Curse After the Mahabharata war, Lord Krishna played a significant role in ensuring the victory of the Pandavas and the destruction of the Kauravas. However, Mata Gandhari, the mother of the Kauravas, was heartbroken over the death of her 100 sons and was angry with Lord Krishna. She believed that Krishna could have averted the Kauravas' death and spared her sons. In her grief and a...

 The Mahakumbh is one of the largest and most significant religious gatherings in the world, held in India at a cycle of every 12 years. It's a grand confluence of faith, devotion, and spirituality, where millions of devotees gather to take a holy dip in the sacred rivers. But beyond its scale, this festival holds a deep historical and spiritual significance, reflecting India’s rich cultural fabric. The Origins of Mahakumbh The term "Kumbh" refers to a pitcher or pot, symbolizing the nectar of immortality in Hindu mythology. According to ancient texts, when the gods and demons churned the ocean (Samudra Manthan) to obtain the nectar of immortality (amrita), a few drops of the nectar spilled over to four places on Earth – Allahabad (Prayagraj), Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain. These cities are where the Kumbh Mela is held, with Mahakumbh being the most auspicious, occurring once every 12 years at each of these places. The Spiritual Significance The Mahakumbh represents more ...