A Spiritual Journey from Bhubaneswar to Tirupati By Lokanath Mishra: A pilgrimage is not just a journey measured in miles—it is a profound inner experience that blends devotion, culture, and history. My recent trip from Bhubaneswar to Tirupati was one such memorable spiritual journey, enriched by visits to ancient temples, sacred rituals, and serene landscapes. […]
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The Greatness of Maha Prabhu Tirupati and How to Pray for a Smooth Darshan By Lokanath Mishra Who is Maha Prabhu Tirupati? Maha Prabhu Tirupati, also known as Lord Venkateswara or Balaji, is one of the most beloved forms of Lord Vishnu. He is worshipped at the Tirumala Temple in Andhra Pradesh, which is one
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The Importance of Bhasma Aarti and Darshan of Prabhu Mahakal By Lokanath Mishra What is Bhasma Aarti? At the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, there is a very special prayer called the Bhasma Aarti. This is one of the most sacred rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is also called Prabhu Mahakal, the Lord of
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Shakti Pithas in Ujjain and Indore By Lokanath Mishra: The Harsiddhi Mata Temple in Ujjain is regarded as one of the sacred 51 Shakti Pīthas. According to legend, it is the site where the elbow (bahu) of Sati fell, when Shiva carried her body and the parts of her form were scattered by the weapon
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Mahakaleshwar Temple By Lokanath Mishra Mahakaleshwar Temple is a very famous and holy temple in India. It is in the city of Ujjain, in the state of Madhya Pradesh. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the most important gods in Hinduism. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, which are special places
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Ganga Sagar: The Sacred Pilgrimage at the Confluence of the Ganges and the Sea By Lokanath Mishra Introduction Ganga Sagar, located on Sagar Island in West Bengal, India, is one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimage sites. Situated at the mouth of the Ganges River, where the sacred waters meet the Bay of Bengal, this
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Tarapith : A Sacred Shaktipith in West Bengal By Lokanath Mishra Located in the Birbhum district of West Bengal, Tarapith is a revered Shaktipith dedicated to Goddess Tara, a fierce form of the divine feminine. This ancient temple attracts thousands of devotees daily, who come to offer worship and seek blessings. The Legend of Tarapith
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A Family Adventure in San Francisco – September 5, 2025 By Lokanath Mishra On September 5, 2025, I, along with my wife, my son, and my nephew Kuni, set out to explore the most popular attractions of San Francisco. For years, we had seen images of the great orange bridge, the rattling cable cars, and
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My Visit to Sai Durga Shiva Vishnu Temple in Katy, USA for Sawan Shivratri 2025 By Lokanath Mishra Om Namah Shivaye..!! Om Trayambhakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urva Rukmiv Bandhanan Mrityor Muskhiya Ma Mritat..!! I and my son had the privilege of visiting the Sai Durga Shiva Vishnu Temple in Katy, USA on 23.7.25 to
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The Journey of Prabhu Shri Jagannath and Celebration of Rath Yatra in the US: A Cultural Phenomenon By Lokanath Mishra The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has a rich history in the United States, dating back to the 1960s. Founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in New York City on July 13, 1966, ISKCON
