art world Why is Surya the only god in the Brahmanic pantheon to wear high boots? The sun god’s induction into the Buddhist religio-cultural sphere led to his transformed aspect.

According to Indian Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui, a painting of seven horses is considered auspicious, bringing wealth, ...

Forehead pendant with Sun God Surya in a chariot with attendants; Kathmandu Valley, Nepal; c. 1600–1700; Gold set with ...

Surya Dev, the Sun god who is worshipped by Hindus since time immemorial, has 7 horses that pull his chariot. Every morning Hindus offer ‘arghya’ to the Sun god, which is basically water ...

Surya worship is an important part of Indian spirituality, and the belief continues even today in the form of the current celebrations. R H Kulkarni Professor, Dept of Art History, College of Fine ...

Makara Sankranti is held to honour the sun god Surya and involves activities such as kite flying and dipping in holy rivers MILLIONS of Hindus have been anticipating the festival of Makar ...

Ratha Saptami is an annual Hindu festival that is dedicated to Surya, the sun god. It is also called Surya Jayanti or Magha Saptami. Ratha Saptami also marks the change of season to spring and the ...