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Initially, this seems like superstition. However, the garland of 27 heads suggests it's a celestial event recorded in their unique way. Yet, without a neutral explanation, it remains superstition.

Shiva in his ferocious aspect as Mahakala dancing
c. 1700-1710
India, Rajasthan, Mewar school
Source: The Cleveland Museum of Art https://x.com/GemsOfINDOLOGY/status/1847797415317033172

Devotees offering heád and hand in Mamallipuram.

What could be the possible reasons:
- Lineage system was absent
- Devotion was dedication rather than seeking
- Prayas was above Prayer
- Material world didn't mattered
- People were of high morale
- Others (in comments)

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Rare Ganesha on an Elephant

Until now, we have seen Indra on an elephant, but this depiction is unique in history. What could be the story behind it?

Cambodia, 10th century

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𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫

the hindu calendar is based on the constellation where the new moon appears, with months named accordingly:
- 6 months with 31 days
- 6 months with 30 days

months:
- chaitra (30 or 31 days): starts march 22 or 21
- vaisakha, jyaistha, asadha, shravana, bhadra (31 days each)
- asvina, kartika, agrahayana, pausa, magha, phalguna (30 days each)

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫

In contrast, Gregorian calendar month names are named after Roman gods, Greek goddesses, emperors, and some numbers.

the gregorian calendar has names from roman gods, greek goddesses, emperors, and numbers:
- 7 months with 31 days
- 4 months with 30 days
- 1 month with 28-29 days

months:
- january: roman god janus
- february: purification festival 'februa'
- march: god of war 'mars'
- april: 'to open' (latin)
- may: goddess maia
- june: goddess juno
- july and august: julius caesar and emperor augustus
- september to december: roman...

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Caba of Zoroastrians | 600 bce

The Cube of Zoroaster stands as a striking rectangular stone marvel in the Naqsh-e Rustam compound near Zangiabad village, Marvdasht county, Fars, Iran.

This historic site also boasts the awe-inspiring memorials of the Elamites, Achaemenids, and Sasanians.

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Snake & Peacock: A 4000-Year Legacy.

The snake in the bottom image features 13 dots, symbolizing the lunar months in a solar year.

#Archaeology src http://bulleteers.com

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A Muslim Wedding, Calcutta, circa 1795–1805

- Drumbeaters and a band lead the Baraat
- A lightman with lamps illuminates the procession
- Fireworks are visible
- The "Dulha" in his Sherwani rides a horse, highlighted by umbrellas
- Heavyweight elephants follow the Dulha
- Can you spot the two Britishers? What are they doing at this wedding?

This scene reminds me of modern-day Hindu weddings, although cars have replaced horses and elephants.

Copyright: © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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A Muslim Wedding, Calcutta, circa 1795–1805

- Drumbeaters and a band lead the Baraat
- A lightman with lamps illuminates the procession
- Fireworks are visible
- The "Dulha" in his Sherwani rides a horse, highlighted by umbrellas
- Heavyweight elephants follow the Dulha
- Can you spot the two Britishers? What are they doing at this wedding?

This scene reminds me of modern-day Hindu weddings, although cars have replaced horses and elephants.

Copyright: © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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Thought ostriches vanished from Bharat by 10,000 BCE? Think again.

Rock art at Mungsadev Cave shakes up the timeline. Could this art be 12,000 years old, or did ostriches stick around much longer than we thought?

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"Navagraha" in Qutub Minar Complex

#Archaeology

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Coastal roads in the world:

Ruta 40 (Argentina)
~5,194 km

Wild Atlantic Way (Ireland)
~2,500 km

NH66 (India)
~1567 km, connecting 5 states with most scenic beauty. But our pride are a few graveyards.

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Horses have existed in Bharat Dweep long before the Aryan Invasion Theory was promoted as science. The Bhimbetka paintings provide significant evidence against this theory; however, this perspective rarely reaches mainstream awareness.

The paintings date from 30,000 to 4,000 years ago, with the higher range aligning with the west and the lower range more fitting for the east.

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Shiva in Rice Paddy: A Masterpiece by Praseed Kumar Thayyil in Nambikkolly, Wayanad.
Photo Credit: Special arrangement.

Other Wayanad Creative Wonders on Paddy fields: Buddha, Ganesh, and More.

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‏🖥 خرید سرور مجازی با سرو دیتا

Durga
Cambodia
7th century ce
#Archaeology

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"Numbers aren't everything. If they were, the Kauravas would have triumphed.":

Rethink what truly counts.

* AI Image for illustration

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Consider preserving this 1800 ce Durga Puja event to showcase to future generations.

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