The Rig Veda, the oldest known Hindu scripture, introduced a celestial order where gods had defined roles. Indra, the thunder-wielding warrior, was the king of gods; Agni, the fire deity ...
The festival of Agni Nakshtram holds great religious significance for staunch devotees of Lord Murugan. According to the Hindu mythology, Lord Murugan is the son of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. He ...
Havan is a traditional fire sacrifice that used to be made to the god Agni. Ritual animal sacrifice ... Havan is used during Hindu weddings today, where couples walk seven steps around a fire.