Pandavas
Akshaypatra (अक्षयपात्र, akṣayapātra) refers to the inexhaustible vessel or divine bowl. The term is derived from Akshaya (un-decaying/inexhaustible) and Patra (vessel). In the Mahabharata, this vessel was gifted by the Sun God (Surya) to the Pandavas during their exile. It provided an unlimited supply of food
Gyan and Gyanyog
Explore Niranjana Jnana The highest state of non-dual detachment where the knower dissolves, yet why this stage remains risky without Bhakti.
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
This Samaveda Veda defines the samsangeet (Devanagari: साम संगीत ISO15919: sāma saṁgīta). Each Veda mantra it set to precise tonal accents called svara (Devanagari: स्वर ISO15919: svara). These are used to preserve the correct pronunciation and intonation. These are crucial in Vedic chanting to maintain the
In Depth - Bhakti Vocabulary
Sannyasi (Devanagari: संन्यासी; ISO 15919: saṁnyāsī) refers to a renunciant or monk who has completely abandoned material attachments to pursue God-realization, typically living a life of celibacy. Eligibility and Warning Scriptural law states that anyone, regardless of age or caste, may renounce their worldly duties the moment
In Depth - Bhakti Vocabulary
Shmashana Vairagya (cremation-ground renunciation) is a temporary detachment witnessed at funerals. This fleeting realization of impermanence vanishes, continuing the cycle of material attachment.
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Dinata (Devanagari: दीनता; ISO 15919: dīnatā) signifies extreme humility or a sense of spiritual destitution. The Reality of Dependence The jiva (soul) derives its consciousness entirely from God. It is through His power that the soul thinks, decides, acts, and even breathes. The very food essential for survival is
See parakiya bhav
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Yogakshem (Devanagari: योगक्षेम, ISO 15919: yōgakṣēma) is a compound Sanskrit term for comprehensive welfare, encompassing two responsibilities: ComponentMeaningYoga (योग, yōga)Granting: To give what has not yet been given.Kṣema (क्षेम, kṣēma)Protection: To protect what has already been given. The Two Tiers of
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Manasi Murti (मानसी मूर्ति): Mental visualization of God's form. This superior practice attaches the mind directly to the Divine—the fastest path to God-realization!
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
gandharva (Devanagari: गंधर्व ; ISO 15919: gandharva) are celestial musicians who entertain the devatas (gods) with their music. Their primary abodes are known as Manushya Gandharva Loka and Deva Gandharva Loka. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Worldly Bliss, Tritaap — Three Sufferings, Types of life forms, Pancha Mahabhoot -
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
The mriga (Devanagari: मृग ; ISO 15919: mr̥ga), or deer, is an animal celebrated in Indian poetry for its large and gentle eyes. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: papiha, charkvak, chakor * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 1, Ch. 7
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
deviloka (Devanagari: देवीलोक; ISO 15919: dēvīlōka) is divine abode of Mother Durga, located in Paravyom. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: devalok