Is there online English e book of Parimala which is an extended commentary on Kalpataru, which is in turn an extended commentary on Bhamathi which is again a commentary on Brahma Sutra Bhashya of Shri Shankaracharya, which is again a commentary on Brahma Sutras of Shri Veda Vyas. If there is a...

What is the prayashchit for late Yagyopaveet for a 20 year old Bramhin putra ?

I am thinking of fasting on saturdays, but I want to be careful about doing it. If you know the astrological effects of fasting, let me know.

As we know, Vaishnavism and Shaivism are two largest sects within Hinduism.While Vaishnavas believe Vishnu as Supreme,Shaivas believe in Shiva as Supreme. My question is, if there is any reference in scriptures (preferably Vedas) where Vishnu and Shiva are proclaimed to be one and same. I rememb...