Tag: deities
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YogaMatters Blog | Ganesh: The Mudra, The Mantra & The Story Of The Elephant-Headed God
One of the most widely revered Hindu deities, Ganesh is the ‘remover of obstacles’. What many people don’t know however, is that Ganesh can also place obstacles in our way, in order to help us learn, overcome them, and grow. Think about it; you are who you are today because of everything you’ve learned and…
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You Are Enough: Invoking Lakshmi, Goddess of Abundance
Throughout January, we’re focussing upon Deities traditionally revered during times of new beginnings and important events. Figures such as Ganesh and Lakshmi are two of the most popular deities to chant to in order to encourage the time ahead to be full of positivity. After Ganesh, Lakshmi is the most widely revered deity when it…
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New Year Deities: Clearing The Path With Ganesh
There are certain deities which are looked to at the beginning of a new year in order to bring about a positive beginning to the time that lies ahead. It’s a common misconception that the Hindu gods and goddesses are there just to be worshipped – they’re actually figures which exist in order to teach…
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Diwali: A Return To Light (+ Orange & Cardamom Diwali Date Balls Recipe)
As we approach Diwali – ‘The Festival of Lights’, there are all sorts of traditions and festivities happening within a multitude of cultures. Most of them feature some sort of light as the main focus. Even Halloween at the end of last month includes the tradition of placing a lit candle inside a carved pumpkin;…