Vedic History

By Smt. Madhuri Sivaganesh

Exploring the roots of our culture, traditions, the science behind them, our temples, the reasons they were built. We also navigate through the various dynasties and their contributions to our temples... more

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The podcast currently has 98 episodes available.

Vedic History episodes:

January 29, 2024 Thirugyanasambandar Part 1
In this podcast, we explore the story of Thirugyanasambandar, one of the 4 most prominent Nayanmars in Shaivite tradition and history of Tamil Nadu. He was a child prodigy and lived just 16 years. In those few years, he composed several beautiful compositions of Lord Shiva.
Some highlights from this podcast:
1. Childhood of Thirugyanasambandar and how he received knowledge from Ambal
2. Reference of Thirugyanasambandar recieving blessings from Ambal, in Soundarya Lahari
3. Description of the temple of Lord Thaalapuriswarar and Goddess Osai Kudutha Nayaki
4. Temple at Thiruvavaduthurai (Paadal petra stalam)
Listen to this session to learn more about the Saint-poet Sambandanaar!
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55min
January 03, 2024 Padmanabhaswamy, Thiruvananthapuram
How Lord Padmanabhaswamy came to be at Thiruvananthapuram. Do you know the moolasthanam? The first place HE visited before He entered Thiruvananthapuram? The first place is in Kasaragod, a beautiful temple in the middle of a lake. Let's get to know more about the temple and the Lord Padmanabhaswamy.
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1h 4min
December 18, 2023 Lord Ayyappan Part 2
In this second part of the podcast, we will further explore the story of Lord Ayyappan. In this episode, we talk about the pilgrimage to Sabarimala. Devotees follow strict austerities (vratham) for nearly 6 weeks, which then concludes with a trip to Sabarimala.
Tune in to understand the details of the vratham and follow the arduous trek through the deep forests and rocky hills that the devotees take to reach the destination of Sabarimala and the 18 steps that lead to the holy shrine, chanting "Saranam Ayyappa" along the way. Listen to immerse yourself into this divine journey.
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56min
December 18, 2023 Lord Ayyappan Part 1
In this podcast, we will explore the story of Lord Ayyappan. We will learn about his birth & his life. Did you know that the origin of Lord Ayyappan can be traced all the way back to the epic battle between Mahishasura and Durga Devi?
Tune into this podcast to find out about the birth of Lord Ayyappan and the purpose behind his divine incarnation. In the present day, Lord Ayyappan gives darshan to thousands and thousands of devotees at Sabarimala. Many of the rituals & austerities followed by the devotees today have reasons that originate from the life of Lord Ayyappan himself. Listen to this podcast to immerse yourself into this divine journey.
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49min
December 03, 2023 Questions and Answers Part 3
In this podcast, various spiritual/philosophical questions put forth by Nandajis are answered by Smt. Madhuri Sivaganesh
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55min
December 03, 2023 Questions and Answers Part 2
In this podcast, various spiritual/philosophical questions put forth by Nandajis are answered by Smt. Madhuri Sivaganesh
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44min
October 04, 2023 How to Control Fear & Have Faith
In this podcast, we talk about Fear. In our daily lives at work, at home, or anywhere else, there could be instances where we see unfairness or injustice. There might also be cases where we are being treated unfairly. Should we tolerate it? Or stand up against it?
In this podcast, we talk about our tolerance and enduring unfair treatment for long periods of time due to our fear of consequences. We explore a story from Sri Amma's book, which she has taken from Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa's book. We also talk about the conversation between Lord Krishna and Uddhava at the end of the Mahabharata, and the choice of Fear Vs Faith in the Almighty.

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49min
October 04, 2023 Sundaramurthy Nayanar Part 6
He is one of the 4 greatest Shaivite saints among the 63 Nayanars.
In this 6th & final part of the Sundaramurthy Nayanar series, we will learn more about the Shiva Temple at Avinashi. Sundaramurthy Nayanar brought back a 3-year-old child who was taken away by a crocodile. In this final episode, let's see how Sundarar leaves his mortal body and ascends to Kailasham.
Also, Cheraman Perumal who is Sundarar's disciple follows him to Mt Kailash along with his Guru. Such is the power of a Guru, who will lead the pathway to reach God easily. Significance of a Guru is discussed in this podcast.
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49min
October 04, 2023 Sundaramurthy Nayanar Part 5
He is one of the 4 greatest Shaivite saints among the 63 Nayanars.
In this 5th part of the Sundaramurthy Nayanar series, we learn about Sundaramurthy Nayanar and his association with Cheraman Perumal Nayanar. In this podcast, we learn more about Cheraman Perumal's devotion and how he met Sundaramurthy Nayanar. Also, about Sundarar's visits to the temples at Thirumuruganpondi, Thiruppukaiyur among others. Through all these episodes, he continued to spread Lord Shiva's name, visited many temples where he sang padigams and made lasting contributions to our Tamil literature and Tamil Shaiva Siddhanta tradition of Hinduism.

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48min
July 18, 2023 Sundaramurthy Nayanar Part 4
He is one of the 4 greatest Shaivite saints among the 63 Nayanars.
In this 4th part of Sundaramurthy Nayanar series, we learn about his marriage to Sangiliyar at Tiruvottriyur. Did you know he lost eyesight in both his eyes because he broke a promise? Let's see how he gets it back. Through all these episodes, he continued to spread Lord Shiva's name, visited many temples where he sang padhigams and made lasting contributions to our Tamil literature and Tamil Shaiva Siddhanta tradition of Hinduism.
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49min

FAQs about Vedic History:

How many episodes does Vedic History have?

The podcast currently has 98 episodes available.