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Govindaraja Swamy Brahmotsavams 2026, Tirupati: Dates, Vahana Sevas, Rituals—A Comprehensive Visitor Guide
Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple’s Brahmotsavams in Tirupati will be held from May 23–31, 2026, beginning with Ankurarpanam on the evening of May 22. This comprehensive guide explains the Agamic framework of the nine-day Vaishnava festival and what devotees can expect on the Mada streets during Vahana Sevas, including the widely cherished Garuda Vahanam. Readers gain…
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Why Hindu Gods Ride Animals: Transformative Psychology, Ecology, and Dharma of Vahanas
Hindu vahanas are not decorative curiosities but a precise language of symbols that translate spiritual psychology into memorable forms. By placing the deity (awareness) above the animal (energy), each icon teaches mastery of instinct and alignment with dharma. Ganesha’s mouse encodes control over small, easily overlooked habits; Subrahmanya’s peacock signals the sublimation of charisma and…