Vaikhanasa tradition of Vaishnavism
The Vaikhanasa tradition is one of the ancient and prominent sects within Vaishnavism. The Vaikhanasa tradition is one of the major branches of Vaishnavism, alongside the Pancharatra tradition. It is characterized by its unique practices of temple worship, rituals, and spiritual disciplines. The Vaikhanasa tradition is named after its founder, Sage Vaikhanasa, and it places […]
Pancharatra tradition of Vaishnavism
The Pancharatra is a Hindu tradition that worships Vishnu as the supreme god. Its origins date to the pre-Christian era, and still today, certain features of it can be found in the related Hindu-tradition of the Shrivaishnavas. The Pancharatra tradition is one of the major branches of Vaishnavism, a sect within Hinduism devoted to the worship […]
Ahirbudhnya Samhita
The Ahirbudhnya Samhita is primarily dedicated to the worship of Lord Narasimha, an incarnation of Vishnu who appeared in the form of a half-man, half-lion. The scripture provides guidelines and instructions for rituals, worship practices, mantras, and meditation techniques specific to the worship of Narasimha. The Ahirbudhnya Samhita is a lesser-known scripture within Hinduism. It […]
Vallabhacharya Pushtimarg
Pushtimarg, also known as the Vallabhacharya Sampradaya, is a devotional tradition within Hinduism founded by the 15th-century saint and philosopher Vallabhacharya. It is one of the prominent Vaishnavite traditions, focusing on the worship of Lord Krishna as the supreme deity. Pushtimarg is a form of Krushna worship for adoration. It was founded by Shri Vallabhacharya (1479–1531 […]
Kirana Agama
The Kirana Agama focuses specifically on the worship of Shiv in his form as Kirana, which represents the luminous aspect of divinity. It provides detailed instructions on the construction and consecration of Shiv temples, as well as the performance of rituals, ceremonies, and worship practices dedicated to Shiv. The Kirana Agama is one of the […]
Raurava Agama
The Raurava Agama specifically deals with the worship of Shiva in his form as Raurava, a fierce aspect representing destruction and regeneration. Like other Agama texts, it contains detailed instructions on temple construction, iconography, rituals, mantras, and meditation practices related to the worship of Shiv. The Raurava Agama is a significant scripture within the Shaiva […]