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The Goddess Tripurā and the Tripurasundarī Tradition

An exploration of the myriad forms of Tripurā—from the aniconic Śrīcakra to her radiant, corporeal manifestations —situating the Goddess’s iconography and theology within the Tripurārahasya and other traditions.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu

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The Origins and Evolution of Gaṇeśa

Discover the evolution of Ganesha from Vinayaka, bringer of obstacles, to Vighneshvara, remover of obstacles. This article explores his myths, iconography, and rise as one of the most loved Hindu gods.

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Mukhaliṅga - Confluence of Form and Essence in Śaiva Iconography

The mukhaliṅga symbolizes the confluence of form and essence, uniting metaphysical subtlety, tāntric energy, and devotional presence into a single sacred form that bridges the transcendent and immanent aspects of divinity.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 8 min read

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The Hindu Temple - Aesthetic Symbolism

The Hindu temple embodies cosmic order, sacred art, and transcendence—uniting architecture, symbolism, and darśana in the quest for the Absolute.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 8 min read

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Advaita in Art - The Transcendent Nature of Hindu Art

In the Hindu tradition, art is not merely aesthetic but a spiritual pursuit—an Advaitika journey where the artist, artwork, and viewer dissolve into a unified experience of the cosmic Self.

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The Iconography of Umāmaheśvara

An exploration of the divine iconography of Umāmaheśvaramūrti, the depiction of Śiva and Pārvatī in intimate embrace, as seen in Hindu art and sculpture across time.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 4 min read

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The Goddess Tripurā and the Tripurasundarī Tradition

The Origins and Evolution of Gaṇeśa

Mukhaliṅga - Confluence of Form and Essence in Śaiva Iconography

The Hindu Temple - Aesthetic Symbolism

Advaita in Art - The Transcendent Nature of Hindu Art

The Iconography of Umāmaheśvara