Aruns Yoga – Spiritual Knowledge, Astrology & Sacred Traditions

Birth of Subhadra Subhadra, often celebrated as the gentle Yadava princess, was born in the legendary city of Dvaraka. According to the Mahabharata and various Puranic texts, she is the daughter of King Vasudeva and his chief queen Devaki, making her a direct sibling of Lord Krishna. Some regional versions describe her mother as Rukmini,…

Introduction In many tantric lineages, the goddess Rati is more than a companion of Kamadeva; she becomes a living expression of the dynamic energy known as Shakti that fuels desire. Tantric Philosophy of Desire Tantra treats desire (kāma) not as a mere distraction but as a potent force that can be transformed into a path…

Understanding Rati in the Context of Purusharthas In Hindu philosophy the four Purusharthas—Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha—outline the aims of human life. While much discussion centers on Dharma or Moksha, the third and fourth aims, Kama (desire) and its deeper pursuit, often receive less scholarly attention. Rati, the divine consort of Kamadeva, embodies the refined…

Introduction Rati, the goddess of love and sensuality, is more than a mythological figure; she appears in stone, bronze, and wood across India’s sacred spaces. Artists have long used her image to convey the power of desire, fertility, and the harmonious balance of male and female principles. Historical Overview of Rati’s Depictions From the early…

Introduction Rati, the divine consort of Kamadeva, occupies a unique niche in Sanskrit literature. While many mythological texts focus on her lover or the act of desire, poets often use Rati as a symbol of refined love, aesthetic pleasure, and the subtle power of attraction. Early Vedic and Upanishadic References Although the Vedas mention Rati…

Introduction The episode of Kamadeva—the god of love—being incinerated by Lord Shiva’s third eye, and the subsequent penance of his consort Rati, is one of the most evocative narratives in Hindu scripture. It blends cosmic drama, moral instruction, and the deep yearning for union that defines human desire. This article unpacks the mythological layers, the…

Origins of Kamadeva, the God of Desire Kamadeva, often called the Cupid of Hindu mythology, is the personification of erotic desire and attraction. He is described in the Rig Veda as the archer who shoots arrows of love, causing both gods and mortals to feel longing. Traditional texts trace his lineage to Brahma, the creator,…

Introduction Rati Devi, commonly known as Rati, is revered as the divine embodiment of love, desire, and erotic bliss in Hindu tradition. Though her presence often surfaces alongside her consort Kamadeva, the god of desire, Rati possesses an independent lineage and a set of myths that highlight her own power and purpose. Genealogical Roots Ancient…