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Pitri Paksh-Visiting An Honoured Tradition: Part III

Evolution of the Practice The practice of Pitri Paksh seems to have evolved over time. While early Vedic rituals were cantered on fire offerings (Yajna), Shraddha incorporated the use of offerings such as Pindas, which became central to the tradition of Pitri Paksh. This evolution from fire rituals to food offerings reflects a shift towardsContinue reading “Pitri Paksh-Visiting An Honoured Tradition: Part III”

Varanasi-Divine Chaos

Varanasi, the city of Lord Shiva, stands as a place where chaos and divinity intertwine seamlessly. If ever a place defined chaos in its purest form, it is Varanasi — a chaos that has persisted through millennia, uninterrupted and unmitigated. The origins of Varanasi, also called Benares or Kashi, stretch back to antiquity. It isContinue reading “Varanasi-Divine Chaos”