Essenes
Ancient Jewish sect of ascetics and mystics which existed from the second century B.C. to the second century A.D. A secret school of mysticism which is known to have aided Jesus during his life.
E_Category, Places
G_Category, Hinduism
Gandharva
A class of celestial beings who are usually gifted with extraordinary talents such as music and dance.
C_Category, Sacred_Walks, Sadhguru
Chamundi Hills with Sadhguru (Sacred Walks)
A famous pilgrimage centre on the outskirts of Mysore, India, which was patronized by the Maharajas of Mysore. Also the place where Sadhguru had a deep experience of the Self at the age of twenty-five.
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Gandhi
Refers to Mahatma (great soul) Gandhi, an Indian nationalist leader, considered the father of the freedom movement. His peaceful, non-violent methods of protest were revolutionary, and brought an element of spirituality into public life.
G_Category, Sacred_Walks
Ganga
A major Indian river. Originating in the Himalayan glaciers, It is held extremely sacred. The legend says that it is a heavenly downpour routed through the locks of Shiva. Water from this river is carried to all parts of the country for religious rituals, including those of birth and death. It is also customary to cremate the dead on the banks of the river Ganga or immerse the bodies in the river itself.