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Vedanta or the later part of the Vedas, deals with the enquiry about the true nature of man. It gives us a clear perspective of life and it’s meaning. Vedantha has been interpreted by many realised Gurus in many ways. There are mainly 6 Darshanas, 6 paths laid out by various gurus over many centuries.

Sri Adishankaracharya, was the proponent of the Advaita Vedantha , the philosophy of Non-Duality. This shloka encapsulates the complete thought of Advaita Vedanta into 6 verses. By themselves, the cryptic verses may seem simple, but the true meaning of the verses are lost if one does not have a prior knowledge of the subject. This chant is used only as an offering to Lord Shiva, but in it’s meaning, it shows that one is aware that one is essentially Shiva, the Auspicious One.. This knowledge can be truly attained only upon realisation of the Self, but it is possible to get an idea through enquiry and the guidance of a guru. I have tried to simplify the meaning of each verse with some basic explanation through a series of episodes.

Check them out if you are interested. S5 : E8- E12

The intention here is to Introduce the topic of Jyotisha and to understand if it is a field of knowledge or a superstition . As a novice, I will discuss the basis of this field and try to explain it, without going into too many details.

The objective of this series is to dispel the misconceptions regarding this ancient field and to help practicing hindus understand why they observe Jyotisha in the important moments of their lives. Modern education contradicts many traditional beliefs and Jyotisha is a field which has no modern equivalent for comparison. Western Astrology is very different from Indian one and Jyotisha is much more tha just astrology.

Youtube episodes explaining the Indian calendric systems :

1. Jyoptisha Part 1: An Introduction to Jyotisha and other Vedangas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1s9TQQqrluY&t=6s

1. Jyotisha Part 2 : Calculation of the Solar Day / Ahoratra of Hindu calendar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vx1cVLYq4y0&t=5s

1. Jyotisha Part 3: Calculation of the Lunar Day or Tithi of Hindu calendar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fN_HGYd18j0&t=4s

1. Jyotisha Part 4: Hindu Luni-Solar Calendar, Months, Years and Adhika Masa

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMTvzvMnsnQ&t=2s

5. Jyotisha Part 5: What are Uttarayana, Dakshinayana and Rtus. What is the significance traditionally?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZS5HqTuR0E&t=200s

6.  Jyotisha 6- Is Uttarayana Winter Solstice/Makara Shankranthi ? Explanation inEnglish with animation

https://youtu.be/Wbur15aSbUk

The Story of the Asura Mahishasura and his destruction by Durga Devi is the main content of this verse. I have recounted the story and also explained the symbolism behind this apparently simple story.

About Argala Stotram:

Dedicated to the Mother Goddess Durga, Argala Stotram is a powerful Chant. It praises the Devi Who defeats and destroys all the Asuras and Who as the Protector, takes care of All Creation. It is also a stotram which appeals to the Universal Mother to sustain and bestow us with all Her bounty; to grant us good health and form, wealth and success; and to guide us spiritually. It is a powerful stotram which can rid us of all negative influences from the outside worlds as well as rid us of the negative tendencies within us, while enhancing our virtues. It can also make us strong and fearless. This can be chanted by all, as it is a prayer to the Mother Goddess.

The link to the complete chant is given here: https://youtu.be/tvp31sOnz8g

The podcast link to the complete chant is given here:

Argala Stotram: Powerful Chant on Devi which bestows both material and spiritual wealth

https://anchor.fm/vedikheritage/episodes/Argala-Stotram-Powerful-Chant-on-Devi-which-bestows-both-material-and-spiritual-wealth-e1d8gv7

The links to the explanation of verses are:

1. Argala Stotram Meanings- Part 1: In-depth explanation in English for introductory & dhyana shlokas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gA61mHwD8Zo&t=754s

1. Argala Stotram Meanings- Part 2: In-depth explanation in English - Verses 1 & 2 of this powerfulchant.

https://youtu.be/v_-S_6gcBkc

1. Argala Stotram Meaning Part 3: Meaning in English of Verse 3 & the story of Madhu-Kaitabha Asuras

https://youtu.be/W3eH7H4doT0

Reference links:

The reference for detailed meaning has been taken from the discourse by this swamiji on the Pithrukam Channel : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZEjEHGtvcc ( meaning in Malayalam)

https://www.krishnadas.com/lyrics/sri-argala-stotram-selected-verses-show-me-love/

https://greenmesg.org/stotras/durga/argala_stotram.php

The Story of the Asuras Madhu and Kaitabha and their destruction by Shree Vishnu is the main content of this verse. I have explained the literal meaning and also the symbolism behind this apparently simple story.

About Argala Stotram:

Dedicated to the Mother Goddess Durga, Argala Stotram is a powerful Chant. It praises the Devi Who defeats and destroys all the Asuras and Who as the Protector, takes care of All Creation. It is also a stotram which appeals to the Universal Mother to sustain and bestow us with all Her bounty; to grant us good health and form, wealth and success; and to guide us spiritually. It is a powerful stotram which can rid us of all negative influences from the outside worlds as well as rid us of the negative tendencies within us, while enhancing our virtues. It can also make us strong and fearless. This can be chanted by all, as it is a prayer to the Mother Goddess.

The link to youtube episodes: https://youtu.be/tvp31sOnz8g

The podcast link to the complete chant is given here:

Argala Stotram: Powerful Chant on Devi which bestows both material and spiritual wealth

https://anchor.fm/vedikheritage/episodes/Argala-Stotram-Powerful-Chant-on-Devi-which-bestows-both-material-and-spiritual-wealth-e1d8gv7

The reference for detailed meaning has been taken from the discourse by this swamiji on the Pithrukam Channel : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZEjEHGtvcc ( meaning in Malayalam)

VediKheritage is available on Spotify Apple and Google podcastsas well as on YouTube, WordPress and Instagram.

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In this episode, along with the meaning of Verses 1 & 2, the chorus of the rest of the Stotram “Rupam dehi jayam dehi yasho dehi dvisho jahi” is explained in great detail. This line repeats in almost all the verses from the 3rd verse onwards.

Dedicated to the Mother Goddess Durga, Argala Stotram is a powerful chant. It praises the Devi who defeats and destroys all the Asuras and Who, as the Protector, takes care of all creation. It is also a Stotram which appeals to the universal mother to sustain and best of us with all her bounty, to grant us good health and form, wealth and success and to guide us spiritually. It is a powerful Stotram which can rid us of all negative influences from the outside world as well as rid us of the negative tendencies within us while enhancing our virtues. It can also make us strong and fearless. This can be chanted by all, as it is a prayer to the Mother Goddess.

The link to the complete chant is given here:

Argala Stotram: Powerful Chant on Devi which bestows both material and spiritual wealth E1

https://anchor.fm/vedikheritage/episodes/Argala-Stotram-Powerful-Chant-on-Devi-which-bestows-both-material-and-spiritual-wealth-e1d8gv7

Https:// YouTu.be/6tzt8MCagxE

The reference for detailed meaning has been taken from the discourse by the Swamiji and a pic to come channel httpswww.youtube.com/watch?v=XZEjE…(meaning is in Malayalam)

Vedikheritage is available on Spotify Apple and Google podcastsas well as on YouTube, WordPress and Instagram.

#argala, #stotram, #devi, #mahatmiyam, #goddess, #treasure, #learn, #chant along, #chantalong, #easy, #mother, #navaratri,

#argalastotram, #shloka, #navratri, #chants ,#sanskrit, #hindu, #tradition, #culture ,#vedic, #heritage, #durga, #english, #script, #read, #sing, #tantra, #markandeya, #meaning, #prosperity, #grace, #powerful, #mantra, #Daily ,#answer, #prayers, #meaning, #students, #madhu, #kaitabha, #asura, #Story, #symbolism, #yoganidra, #shree Vishnu, #mahamaya, #shree Brahma

Dedicated to the Mother Goddess the Argala tStotram is a powerful chant. It praises the Devi who defeats and destroys all Asuras and Who, as the protector, takes care of all creation. It is also a Stotram which appeals to the Universal Mother to sustain and bestow us with all her bounty, to grant us good health and form, wealth and success, and to guide us spiritually. It is a powerful Stotram which can rid us of all negative influences from the outside world as well as rid us of the negative tendencies within us while enhancing our virtues. It can also makes us strong and fearless. This can be chanted by all, as it is a prayer to the Mother Goddess. The link to the complete chant is given here:

1. Argala Stotram: Powerful Chant on Devi which bestows both material and spiritual wealth E1

https://anchor.fm/vedikheritage/episodes/Argala-Stotram-Powerful-Chant-on-Devi-which-bestows-both-material-and-spiritual-wealth-e1d8gv7

On Youtube:

Https:// YouTu.be/6tzt8MCagxE

Ref Link:

The reference for detailed meaning has been taken from the discourse by the Swamiji and a pic to come channel httpswww.youtube.com/watch?v=XZEjE…(meaning is in Malayalam)

VediKheritage is available on Spotify Apple and Google podcastsas well as on YouTube, WordPress and Instagram.

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Ramayanam, the Hindu Epic detailing the life of Shri Rama, the avatara of Lord Vishnu. Composed by Maharishi Valmiki, this Epic has 24,000 shlokas / 2 line verses. This ekashloki is a way of remembering the complete text by just reciting the key happenings.

Devotees believe that it can bestow the benefits of reading the complete text.

When we better understand the shloka, we are able to relate with it and pray with involvement.

You can find the content in the blogpost: https://vedikheritageblog.wordpress.com/2022/06/15/ekashloki-ramayanam/

as well as on youtube and Instagram under Vedikheritage channel.