Mangala Ganapati?

 

Hindus believe the strangest things. Or is somebody else behind this laughably amateurish clip on YouTube, which can´t even AI-generate grammatically correct English? On another YT channel, we learn that there are statues of Ganesha in pre-contact Colombia. Here, we´re supposed to believe that there are idols of the elephant-headed god on Mars?! 

Any relation to Quetzalcoatl´s big face or the Egyptian pyramids? LOL. It´s going to get really crowded on the red planet soon if every religion/culture/alternative thinker will project their greatest achievements onto its surface. Maybe the flat earthers will start arguing that Mars is flat, too? 

The journey to other planets have never been this easy.  

Axis mundi

 

Shiva´s holy mountain Kailash as seen from a drone. Actually quite fascinating! 

Favorite killer

Overheard on X. The pointless culture war over whether the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination case is Righ or Left (or perhaps a Furry) continues...

>>>Probably the dumbest rightoid talking point right now (apart the schizos blaming Israel for it) is that Woke university professors "indoctrinated" Tyler Robinson into radical leftism and shooting Charlie Kirk. I am quoting Dinesh D'Souza here but there are countless examples of this.

>>>He spent a semester doing pre-engineering at Utah State University. While US academia is overwhelmingly Democratic (as are high IQ, educated people in general), if there's one place where that would probably not apply, it would be the Engineering department (most conservative subject) at USU (probably one of the most conservative schools). Then he spent three years studying to be an electrician at that infamous hotbed of radical left politics... *squints* Dixie Technical College.

>>>You know what the biggest irony here is? For years you have had anti-Woke grifters like Tucker Carlson demanding their flock send their children to trade schools. (Something they would never recommend for their own children). But for whatever reason - failed grades at USU? parental pressure? drinking the right-wing Kool-Aid? - Robinson actually followed through on their advice. And became the author of the highest profile assassination of a major US conservative figure in decades.

Original Xweet

Hey, Groyper, catch!

 

Strictly for the record. 

Well akshually, höga matpriser är bra, akshually

 

Det här måste vara Jonna Simas värsta krönika någonsin. På vilket sätt är höga matpriser *bra* för fattiga och låginkomsttagare?!

Gladast för sänkt matmoms är nog ICA-direktörerna 

Hypercarnivore

 

- Faint biosignature?!
 I´ll show you some faint biosignature, bruh!

So NASA may have finally have discovered evidence for life on Mars, but surely *this* is more exciting than some faint biosignatures on Martian rock? 

A species of gigantic crocodile-like creatures may have hunted dinosaurs 70 million years ago, only to meet the same fate as their prey when that bloody asteroid struck our God-forsaken planet four million years later...

I suppose it could also make for a good "Jurassic Park" sequel! 

Researchers unearthed ancient "hypercarnivore" with a taste for dinosaurs

Elephants evolved

 

HA HA HA, this is so confused that it becomes unintentionally funny. Erich von Däniken, come back, all is forgiven! So apparently the Hindu god Ganesha has evolved in a way similar to elephants. Or something. Or maybe something else. 

Eurovision next?

 

Maybe Israel can send this to the Eurovision Song Contest next year? LOL. 

Journey into Mars

 

The disinformation/click bait about 3I-Atlas on YouTube and, I suppose, other fora is *off the freakin´ scales*. We´re talking Nibiru levels of BS. It´s just some kind of exotic comet, guys. And no, nothing will happen. This time either. Especially not if 3I-Atlas actually does crash into Mars! You *do* realize that Mars isn´t exactly next door to Earth, right? 

And why are you watching that stuff, anyone? Is it some kind of "alt-doom porn"?

But what am I doing, complaining about the interwebs at 1 AM local time... 

Mother of Gods

 

 

For various reasons to complex to retell here, I asked Gemini AI these questions...

Does Capella and Auriga have any astrological or mythological connections? What about Hindu mythology or Jyotish?

Yes, the star Capella and the constellation Auriga have significant mythological and astrological connections in both Western and Hindu traditions.

Western and Greek Mythology

• Auriga: The constellation Auriga is most commonly known as "The Charioteer." In Greek mythology, he is often identified as Erichthonius, a king of Athens who was an early inventor of the chariot.

• Capella: The star Capella, which means "little she-goat" in Latin, represents the goat held in the charioteer's arms. It is often linked to the myth of the goat Amalthea, who nursed the infant Zeus. One of her horns was broken off and became the horn of plenty (cornucopia). Capella's name and its prominent place in the constellation emphasize the symbolism of nurture, protection, and abundance.

Hindu Mythology and Jyotish (Vedic Astrology)

In Jyotish, the constellations and their stars are primarily understood through the Nakshatras, or lunar mansions.

• Nakshatra: The star Capella and the constellation Auriga fall within the 11th Nakshatra, called Punarvasu.

• Meaning: The name Punarvasu translates to "Return of the Light" or "The Two Restorers." It is symbolized by a quiver of arrows, representing the ability to bring things back together. The star's bright light, returning to the night sky after the summer, is seen as a fulfillment of this meaning.

• Deities: The presiding deity of Punarvasu is Aditi, the mother of the gods. She represents the infinite, space, and the primal consciousness. As the mother of all beings, she embodies the qualities of unconditional love, protection, and nurturing—themes that are very similar to those of the Greek myth of Amalthea.

• Symbolism: The association of Capella with Punarvasu links the star to the themes of spiritual restoration, healing, and the return of prosperity. It signifies a fresh start after a period of trial or difficulty. The connection to the motherly goddess Aditi reinforces the star's nurturing and protective qualities.

So, in both Western and Hindu traditions, the mythology and symbolism surrounding the star Capella and its constellation revolve around the powerful themes of nurture, protection, and the restoration of light and abundance.

Tell me more about Aditi.

Aditi is one of the most ancient and revered goddesses in the Hindu pantheon, particularly in the Vedic tradition. She is a fascinating figure whose name and symbolism encompass a profound understanding of the cosmos and the divine feminine.

The Meaning of Her Name

The name Aditi literally means "boundless," "limitless," or "infinite" in Sanskrit. She is the personification of the primordial cosmic space from which all things emerge. She is the very essence of infinity and freedom.

Mother of the Gods

Aditi is primarily known as the mother of the gods. In the Rigveda, the oldest Hindu text, she is revered as the mother of the Adityas, a group of celestial deities that includes prominent gods like:

• Varuna: The god of cosmic law and the oceans.

• Mitra: The god of friendship and contracts.

• Aryaman: The god of hospitality and a guardian of cosmic order.

• In some texts, even Surya (the Sun god) is considered one of her children.

Because she gave birth to the gods, she is seen as the ultimate mother goddess, the source of all life and creation.

Key Attributes and Symbolism

• Cosmic Boundlessness: Aditi represents the infinite, unmanifested potential of the universe. She is the vast expanse of the sky and the endless depths of the sea.

• Freedom and Liberation: Her boundless nature also symbolizes liberation from all bonds, fear, and suffering. She is believed to be the one who can free a person from the limitations of their physical existence.

• Purity and Nurturing: As the supreme mother, Aditi is a figure of unconditional love, nourishment, and purity. She is sometimes symbolized by a sacred cow, representing abundance and sustenance.

Connection to Modern Hinduism

Although she is not as widely worshipped today as goddesses like Lakshmi or Durga, her significance remains in specific traditions and concepts:

• Nakshatras: As mentioned previously, she is the presiding deity of the Nakshatra Punarvasu, which links her to themes of return, healing, and spiritual renewal.

• Devotionalism: Her role as the ultimate mother and a source of liberation continues to resonate with those seeking a deeper connection to the divine.

In summary, Aditi is a goddess who embodies the very concept of cosmic infinity. She is the ultimate mother, a symbol of freedom, and the ancient source from which all gods and all of creation have emerged.

How is Aditi worshipped (if at all)?

While Aditi is not worshipped in the same way as mainstream deities like Durga or Vishnu, her reverence is still very much alive, particularly within specific contexts and through certain ritualistic practices.

Her worship is often more esoteric and purpose-driven, focused on achieving spiritual and personal freedom rather than material gain.

Here are the ways Aditi is worshipped:

1. Worship Through Nakshatra

This is the most common and relevant form of her worship today. Since she is the presiding deity of the Punarvasu Nakshatra, individuals born under this lunar mansion will specifically revere her.

• When: On the days when the Moon transits through Punarvasu.

• How: By chanting mantras dedicated to her, performing a small puja (ritual), and making offerings of milk, honey, or rice.

2. Vedic Rituals and Homas

In traditional Vedic rituals, known as Yajnas and Homas (fire ceremonies), Aditi is invoked as a key deity. The priests and devotees perform these elaborate ceremonies to honor her and seek blessings for cosmic harmony, prosperity, and the well-being of the community.

3. Personal Devotion

You can worship Aditi through simple, personal devotion and meditation. Since she represents the infinite and the primal consciousness, her worship can be as simple as:

• Meditation: Meditating on the vastness of the sky or the ocean while invoking her name.

• Prayer: Offering a simple prayer for freedom from suffering and for her motherly protection.

• Mantra: A simple and powerful mantra to honor her is "Om Adityai Namaha" (ॐ अदित्यै नमः), which means "I bow to the Infinite."

4. Symbolic Offerings

Because of her association with motherhood and abundance, offerings of milk, ghee (clarified butter), and grains are considered very sacred and appropriate for her worship.

In essence, Aditi's worship is less about public temples and more about personal, purpose-driven rituals to connect with the source of cosmic consciousness and to gain liberation from the bonds of the material world.