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Parashurama Jayanthi...

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6th in the line of Dasavatharas, Parashurama was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, born to Sage Jamadagni (one of the Saptha Rishis) and Renuka in Tretha Yuga. Born in the clan of Sage Bhrigu he is also known as Bhargavarama. He derived his name as Parashurama from his weapon called Parashu (axe).  In sloka # 61 of Sri Vishnu Sahasranama Stothram, Lord Vishnu is described as Khanda-Parashuh; Parashurama the axe wielder.  He is the one with a punishing axe.  The power of that axe was so immense that all Kshathriyas who were arrogant were destroyed by it. He is the Lord wielding the invincible axe which was like a thunderbolt.  We come across the character of Parashurama in the epics Ramayana and Maha Bharatha. He is one of the seven immortals (Saptha Chiranjeevi). Bheeshma, Drona and Karna of Mahabharatha fame were his disciples. Lord Parashurama was known for his ardent devotion towards his parents. Known for his valor and aggression Lord Parashurama killed the evil ...

KAALA GANANA - Concept & Significance of Hindu Time (Part-1)

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Kalpa-Manvanthara-Yuga-Sakha … How to reckon the Hindu time?  What is its arithmetic?  What is Kalpa– Manvanthara & Yuga? How to reckon life span of Lord Brahma? What is the relationship between Sankalpa & Hindu Time element? Who are Sakha Karthas of Kali Yuga?  _____________________________________________________________ Introduction…. Kaala-Ganana (reckoning of time) happen according to the specific time set by the Kaala Niyaamaka; the governing lord and the presiding Deity of the eternal time Lord Sri ManNaarayana; the divine law maker and law giver. Time is controlled by Kaalapurusha, presiding Deity of the eternal Time, Lord Vishnu, the Kaala. He is the creator of Time and also the one who causes repetition of Time. All entities in universe come under the purview of the Time without any exception including Lord Brahma. Time is reckoned as Lord Vishnu who is Kaalaatma the soul of Time; Kaala-Swaroopa the form of Time. Naaraayana Upa...