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arjuna-vallabha · 1 year

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Shiva lingam worship, Kushan era, Khandahar, photo by Manonmani Pudhuezuthu

#Shiva #lingam #hindu art #shivaism #Afghanistan

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ritish16 · 8 months

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Varamahalakshmi

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viagginterstellari · 3 months

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Avoiding dangers - Katmandu, 20018

#original photographers #photographers on tumblr #travel #nepal #street photography #b&w photography #animals #monkey #monochrome #lingam

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courseyoulovemeyoudontknowme · 1 month

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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984, Steven Spielberg)

15/03/2024

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is a 1984 adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg. It is the second installment of the Indiana Jones franchise, a prequel to the film Raiders of the Lost Ark, with Harrison Ford reprising the title role. After arriving in India, desperate villagers ask Indiana Jones to find a mystical stone and save their children from a Thuggee cult that practices child slavery, black magic, and human sacrifice rituals honoring the goddess Kali.

Not wanting to present the Nazis as villains again, George Lucas, executive producer and co-writer, decided to treat this film as a prequel.

The film was released on May 23, 1984, to financial success, but initial reviews were mixed, criticizing its darker elements, strong violence and gore, as well as Capshaw's performance as Willie Scott; however, critical opinion improved over time, citing the film's intensity and imagination. In response to the film's more violent sequences, and with similar complaints about Gremlins, Spielberg suggested that the MPAA change its rating system, which it did within two months of the film's release, creating a new PG-13 rating. It won the Academy Award for best special effects.

A sequel, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade followed in 1989.

In 1935 Indiana Jones survives an assassination attempt by poisoning by Lao Che, a Shanghai crime boss and businessman who hired him to recover the remains of Emperor Nurhaci. With his young orphaned Chinese sidekick, Short "Shorty" Round, and a nightclub singer, Willie Scott, Indy escapes Shanghai on a cargo plane, unaware that the plane is owned by Lao Che. While the three sleep, the pilots dump the fuel and escape with parachutes, leaving the plane to crash into the Himalayas.

They are welcomed by the inhabitants of a impoverished Indian village, who ask for their help to recover the sacred stone (shivalinga) stolen from their shrine, together with their missing children, by evil forces in the nearby Pankot Palace. The inhabitants had prayed to the god Shiva for help, and when they saw Jones they believed him to be their savior.

Deviating on the road to Delhi, Indy, Willy and Shorty receive a warm welcome at Pankot Palace and are allowed to stay overnight as guests, partaking in a sumptuous, but revolting, banquet hosted by the young maharajah. His officials reject Indy's theory that the Thuggee cult is responsible for the poor village's fate. Indy discovers a secret tunnel in Willie's bedroom and sets out to explore it, overcoming a series of pitfalls. Eventually Indy, Willie and Shorty find the Temple of Evil, where they witness a human sacrifice made in the name of the goddess Kali.

Thuggee high priest Mola Ram forces Indy to drink Kali's blood, which puts him into a trance state where he mindlessly serves the cult. After recovering the stones, saving Willie and freeing the children, Indy fights a huge overseer, who is dragged into a crusher, crushed to death.

Then they come to a precarious suspension bridge over a crocodile-infested river, where they are surrounded by Thugs. Thanks to the intervention of Captain Blumburt and the army sent by the maharajah, Jones, Willie and Shorty are saved and the surviving Thugs are cornered and arrested by other soldiers.

From the first discussions regarding Indiana Jones, George Lucas expressed his intention to produce a trilogy and requested Steven Spielberg's commitment to direct three films. The first episode of the saga, Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), had only been released in cinemas for a couple of weeks when plans began for the sequel, which actually turned out to be a prequel, being set a year before the previous film.

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teanicolae · 1 year

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happy Mahāśivarātri! 🙏 reflecting today on the need to destroy within that which is familiar to be reborn as new. a poem inspired by the homam witnessed at the Chidambaram Temple (pictured):

Agni is starved

mantra pours into the fire ghee pours into the fire milk pours into the fire curd pours into the fire sugar pours into the fire silk pours into the fire

fear pours into the fire past pours into the fire doubt pours into the fire attachment pours into the fire woe pours into the fire ire pours into the fire

Agni licks his lips

quenching the homam within, i wear the embers on my eyelids with each blink i regenerate.

Har Har Mahādeva!

🔱 further context: scholar Richard K. Payne explores homa as symbiosis between fire, the deity invoked in and concomitantly identified with the fire, and with the practitioner, who themselves becomes ‘ritually identified with both the deity and the fire’. in this, the offerings immolated in the fire are connoted with ‘spiritual obstacles that impede the practitioner from full awakening’. most significantly, ‘the practitioner’s own inherent wisdom is identified with the fire, and just as the offerings are transformed and purified, the practitioner’s own spiritual obstacles are, as well’. (2017)

Payne interestingly identifies two strains of interpretation of the ritual: first, ‘the yogic interiorization of ritual found in post-Vedic Indian religion, more as a form of esoteric physiology than as a psychologized understanding of visualization’; second, ‘the sexual symbolism' 'attached to all aspects of fire rituals’. (2017)

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eagle-longing-for-siwa · 1 year

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Trishula and Lingam of Shiva

#Shiva #Hindu #Hinduism #Lingam #Trishula #trident #Poseidon

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elitetantriclondon · 5 months

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What is a Tantric Massage?

Tantric massage is a sensual, age-old practice that offers benefits beyond mere physical relaxation. A path of connection, mindfulness, and spirituality that has been handed down through the ages. We shall discuss the fundamentals of tantric massage, as well as its history, guiding ideas, and life-changing effects, in this blog article. Tantric massage is a significant way to better understand oneself and build relationships with others. It's not only about unwinding.

What is a Tantric massage?

Tantric massage is a sensual and highly spiritual technique that originates from the tantric philosophy of ancient India. It goes beyond just physical pleasure to provide a holistic approach to touch and sensuality. Rather, it explores spirituality, emotional intimacy, and the quest for self-awareness.

The idea that the divine is present in everything, including the most commonplace experiences, is a central tenant of tantra. This idea is reflected in tantric massage, which imbues common touch with a feeling of the divine. It inspires people to see their bodies as temples of heavenly energy, both their own and their lovers'.

To sum up, tantric massage is a transforming technique that goes beyond what is possible with conventional massage. It offers a route to self-discovery, sensual exploration, and emotional connection by attempting to harmonize physical, emotional, and spiritual energy. People can realise the full potential of tantric massage and experience pleasure and connection on a whole new level by adhering to the tantric principles and practicing in a consensual and safe environment.

What are the benefits of a tantric massage?

Reduce Stress

Tantric massage's sensuous and contemplative qualities offer a peaceful environment where people can release the tensions that build up from their everyday lives. Deep breathing and relaxation techniques, along with the slow, attentive touch, promote significant stress reduction. This can give people the much-needed respite from the demands of job, family, and other obligations, enabling them to refuel and rediscover equilibrium.

Emotional restoration

Tantric massage may be able to release emotional blockages that the body may have been storing. People can feel as though their emotions are being healed through touch, connection, and the release of emotional tension. It offers a secure and encouraging setting for examining and managing feelings, which may promote improved emotional health and help heal from traumatic experiences in the past.

Enhanced intimacy

Tantric massage is a potent method for increasing intimacy in relationships. Through respectful and voluntary exploration of each other's boundaries and wants, partners are encouraged by this technique. Couples can reignite their passion and strengthen their emotional relationships by getting back in touch on both a physical and emotional level. This will result in a more satisfying and harmonious relationship.

Mind-Body Connection

The mind-body connection is strengthened through tantric massage. It invites people to embrace each feeling with awareness and to live completely in the present. People who engage in this technique may become more body-aware and self-accepting by becoming more in tune with their bodies. Having a deeper awareness of oneself and one's desires can result from this deeper connection between the mind and body.

Sexual Health

Tantric massage has been shown to improve sexual well-being in many people. Through experimenting with sensuality and connection, they could feel more satisfied sexually and bond with their spouses on a deeper level. It promotes honest dialogue about boundaries and desires, which results in a more satisfying and healthy sexual life.

Tantric massage may change the way we perceive touch and intimacy. It is a journey of awareness, sensuality, and connection. It provides a special route to calmness, psychological recovery, and a better comprehension of oneself and other people. People can realize the full potential of tantric massage and experience pleasure and connection on a whole new level by adhering to the tantric principles and practicing in a consensual and safe environment.

FAQ's

Is a sexual service provided by tantric massage?

Tantric massage is not a service connected with sex. It is a sensual activity, but it doesn't entail explicit sexual activities or sexual intercourse. Instead than emphasizing on sexual fulfillment, it emphasizes touch, sensuality, and attention.

Is a tantric massage suitable for two people?

Yes, couples can benefit much from tantric massage. It offers a chance to delve into sensuality, strengthen emotional bonds, and rekindle a romantic flame. It may be an intimate and exploratory adventure taken together.

What should I expecting from a tantric massage?

You may anticipate being in a calm and relaxing setting with calming music, soft lighting, and a compassionate massage therapist during a tantric session. In addition to breathwork and an emphasis on establishing a deep connection with yourself or your partner, the massage will usually include sensual and thoughtful touch by a massage therapist.

Are there any therapeutic benefits to tantric massage?

Yes, there are therapeutic benefits to tantric massage. It is highly renowned for its capacity to relieve stress, support emotional recovery, and encourage calm and wellbeing. Additionally, it can strengthen the link between the mind and body.

#lingam #tantric #massage #yoni

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ancientorigins · 2 years

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If you peel back the layers of translations in the story of Jacob in Genesis, similarities can be seen between Judeo-Christian and Hindu religious practices.

#religion #bible #Genesis #Hindu #Jacob #Bible #Old Testament #lingam

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blackumbrellajewelry · 1 year

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