About Aparigraha

In Hinduism and Jainism, aparigraha is the virtue of non-possessiveness, non-grasping or non-greediness.

Muktinath and the Muktikshetra in Mustang

Aug

2022

The holy water from Gandaki river gushing out of the 108 water spouts are said to cleanse the devotees of their sins and set them on a path to salvation. The waters are sacred to Buddhists as well and it’s called 'Chumig Gyatsa' in Tibetan language meaning "a hundred springs". The Muktinath pilgrimage The Himalayas are believed to be terrestrial dwelling place of saints and the home of the gods. The Muktinath temple situated at an .

Gokarneshwar – A sacred site on the bank of the Bagmati River

Aug

2022

Hinduism, Temples Sambid Bilas Pant

The Bagmati River is a sacred body of water to Hindus. A holy dip in the Bagmati river is said to free people from all the sins they have committed in this lifetime. There are numerous legends surrounding the formation of the river and the creation of temples on its banks. Along with the great Pashupatinath temple, Gokarneshwar, also known as Gokarna is one of the holiest places located on the banks of river .

The Sheshnaryan Temple & Rigzin Drubte Ghatshal Monastery

Jul

2022

Dharma, Hinduism Sambid Bilas Pant

In the same complex, close to the the Sheshnarayan Temple is the oldest monastery in Pharping, Rigzin Drubte Ghatshal Monastery. It is a great example of religious and cultural pluralism in Nepal. A God, a King and a prophetic vision Lord Vishnu is one of the principal deities of Hinduism. He is part of the holy trinity that consists of three gods — Brahma, the creator, Shiva, the god of destruction and Vishnu who is responsible .

The Historic Sacred Shrines in Surkhet

Jun

2022

Dharma, Hinduism Sambid Bilas Pant

Kakre Vihar is the oldest shrine in Surkhet — several temples were built by the Khas Kings in the region but most of them have been lost to time. Surkhet valley was part of the Khas Kingdom that controlled parts of Nepal, India and Tibet between the 11th and early 14th centuries. The Sinja Valley in Jumla District of the Karnali Province was the kingdom’s capital city. However, the Surkhet valley which connects the northern .

The Patronage of Buddhism and Jainism by Ancient Indian Dynasties

May

2022

Monuments Himalayas Life

Different dynasties, such as the Maurya, Satavahanas, Western Satraps, and Kushans, supported Buddhism and Jainism by building large architectural monuments such as stupas and cave complexes during their reign. The Maurya dynasty, which existed in ancient India, was known for patronizing both Jainism and Buddhism, as well as supporting the construction of large cave complexes, stupas, and other architectural monuments. These structures were used by monastic orders during the rainy season. After the decline of the .

The Legend of Manjushree and the Mystical Paleo Kathmandu Lake

May

2022

Bodhisattvas, Dharma, Manjushri Sambid Bilas Pant

Manjushree meaning “gentle glory” is often perceived as a divine being who brought order to the Kathmandu valley when it was a Paleo Kathmandu Lake, by cutting down the Chobhar gorge, draining out the water and making the land suitable for life. Even more intriguing is the way he did it, by using a supernatural armament, a sword of godly might, cutting the valley into two. On the historical side of affairs, there are .

The Chronicles of Pimbahal: History, Mystery and Enchantment

May

2022

Culture, Monuments Sambid Bilas Pant

The stories have baffled the local residents of Lalitpur for quite a long time and the mystery doesn’t cease to intrigue the researchers either. Heritage of the Kathmandu valley Kathmandu valley is laden with heritage sites and monuments cloaked in history, stories and folklore. It is also a land of priests who practice tantra, gurus with magical powers, witch doctors and fortune tellers. It is a sacred place that blends history with the ethereal. Renowned for .

A brief introduction to Black Jambhala featuring Thangka and Statue collections

Sep

2021

Deities, Jambhala Samiksha

Jambhala, Black (Tibetan: dzam bha la, nag po), a wealthy deity popularized in Tibet by Bari Lotsawa and the Kashmiri teacher Shakyashri Bhadra. Black Jambhala is known by Kubera in Hinduism. Kuber is the god of wealth. Originating in ancient India, he appeared from the river's waters and passed on the ability to generate wealth to a monarch whose realm was experiencing severe financial troubles at the time. He also helps the impoverished and those .

Goddess of Wealth & Abundance – Vasudhara

Jun

2021

Art, Dharma, Himalayan Art, Theravāda, Tibetan paintings sadiksha

Vasudhara is named Shiskar Apa in Lahul and Spiti. She is comparable to the Earth goddesses Phra Mae Thorani in Theravada and Tai folk religion and Bhumidevi and Prithvi in Hinduism. She is also known as Goddess of Wealth and Abundance. Who is Vasudhara? Vasudhara (Tib. Norgyunma), the Buddhist bodhisattva of money, prosperity, and abundance, is a Buddhist bodhisattva of riches, prosperity, and abundance. She is revered in many Buddhist countries and is depicted in Buddhist art and .

Describing Buddhist Deity Vajrayogini in the form of Vajravarahi

Jan

2021

Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka, Vajrayāna sadiksha

Vajrayogini appearing in the form of Vajravarahi is one of the most popular Tantric female deities found in all traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. In this guise, she actually has either a single boar's face, or two faces or heads, two or more hands, and legs, red, yellow, or black in color, standing in a dancing posture, or both legs down. Vajravarahi Vajrayogini is accompanied by 24 Dakinis, Sahaja Chakrasamvara above, and two monastic figures below. .