Puranas are ancient devotional texts, written by the great sage Veda Vyasa, and it covers the importance of various deities like Vinayaka, Muruga, Shiva and Parvati. In the eighteen Puranas, various devotional stories are also covered. It was written in Sanskrit, and later it was translated in many Indian languages, and Puranas help us to […]
My Spiritual Experience with Paramacharya….Shri Chandrashekarendra Saraswati Swamigal (1894–1994), also known as the Sage of Kanchi or Mahaperiyava was the 68th Jagadguru of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham. He travelled all over India, and spread his spiritual knowledge among the people. People belonged to other religions also became his devotees. Mahaperiyava dedicated his life in the […]
Shani Sadesati for Tula Rashi, Last 2 1/2 Years, Paada Shani.. The transit of Shani into Scorpio sign marks the 3rd & last phase of Shani Sade Sati for Libra Sign. The Scorpio zodiac house is owned by Mars, who does not entertain friendship with Shani. Though the Shani’s strength gets weakened because of occupying […]
Mayasura is a demon architect, and he was mentioned in the Ramayana and Mahabharata. He is the son of Rishi Kashyapa and Diti. He was married with a pious and a chaste lady Hema, and he had four children, and Mandhodhari is his daughter, who was married with Ravana during the Treta Yuga. After meeting […]
Shani Sadesati for Tula Rashi, Second 2 1/2 Years, Janma Shani.. The transit of Shani into Libra Sign marks the 2nd Phase of Shani Sade Sati or Jenma Shani for the Libra Sign. In the Libra Sign, the Shani becomes exalted and acquires stronger strength. In this phase, the Shani Sade Sati will last for […]
Shani Sadesati for Tula Rashi, First 2 1/2 Years, Viraya Shani..The transit of Shani into Virgo Sign denotes the start of first 2 1/2 Years period of Shani Sade Sati for Libra Sign. The Shani would remain in the Virgo Sign (12th house) for nearly 2 1/2 Years period (approximately) to start its 7 1/2 […]
Adhika Jyeshta Masam 2026 in Telugu calendar begins on 17 May and ends on 15 June. 2026-2027 Hindu calendar Year is known as Parabhava Nama Samvatsaram. Adhika Masam is an extra month according to Chandramana Panchangam of Hindu calendar. It is to note that Adhik Month is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Adhik Maas is also referred […]
Moodami means the darkness in Sanskrit. When the grahas (planets) Brihaspati or Guru (Jupiter) and Shukra (Venus) near the Sun (Surya), the Moodami occurs. The planet which nears the Sun loses its energy and power. The darkness occurs in the time of planetary motion. There are two types of Moodam in Hindu Astrology – Guru […]
What are the various things prohibited in Adhika Maasa? What are the avoidable ceremonies during Adhik Maas? In 2026, Adhik Maas begins on 17 May and ends on 15 June. This year, it is Adhik Jyeshta Maas. During the period of Adhika Maasa, marriages (Shubha Vivaha), Mundan Sanskara (Tonsures), inaugurations of new home and House warming […]
Is life easy or difficult? In Buddhism, they say, ‘The first truth is that life is difficult’, and you say that life is joy. Which one is true? Don’t tell me that both are right. For this doubt raised by a devotee, Sri Sri Ravishankar Guruji of Art of Living giving explanation… Why? I […]
Astrology is eyes of the Vedas. Does our life really depend on position & movements of planets & stars? Every particle in this Creation is related to us and our life. So it is not just the stars on the screen (here jokingly referring to movie stars), but all the stars, planets and other heavenly […]
in the Iranian or Parsi tradition, Gods are called Ahura and demons Daiva, whereas in the Indian tradition, it’s exactly the opposite. Daitya is also in the Indian tradition. The Asuras are also called Daityas, and Devtas are also called Adityas (means those born out of Aditi). Devas and Asuras share the same father, their […]
What is love? This is a question raised by a devotee in the Satsang of Sri Sri Ravishankar Guruji of Art of Living.. Let us know what is the answer or reply from Guruji in his own words… Love is the basis of all existence. All the cells in your body love each other, that […]
People criticize others behind their backs all the time. What happens to such people? If the criticism is superficial, then let it be. We just talked about the Navarasas (the nine emotions, which are, love, laughter, compassion, anger, courage, terror, disgust, surprise, and peace), this is also one of them. If you want something bad […]
Students are committing more suicides. Why? While Sri Sri Ravishankar (Founder of Art of Living) was in Satsang, one of his disciples asked this question. In reply to this, Guruji said.. This is because no one taught them spirituality. No one taught them how to do pranayama and meditation. We are ready to teach that. […]
17 May 2026 is Chandra Darshan is Adhika Jyeshta Maasa Chandra Darshan. 17 May 2026 falls in Adhik Jyeshta Month (Adhika Jyeshta Masam) as per all the calendar followed in North India, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. And it falls in Vaigasi Masam of Tamil calendar, Edavam Month of Malayalam calendar and Jyeshto Month of […]
The annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple will be observed from May 23 to 31, 2026 in a grand manner. The festivities will commence with Ankurarpanam on the evening of May 22. During the nine-day festival, the deity will bless devotees on various Vahanams through the temple Mada streets amidst Govinda namasmarana. Vahana Sevas […]
Here is the list of best days & Nakshatrams for Hanuman Puja in each month. In Chaitra Month, Pushya Nakshatra is the auspicious Nakshatra for Hanuman Puja. Like that, there are 12 Nakshatrams that are highly meritorious for Hanuman Puja in each month. The list of auspicious Nakshatras & Tithis in each month… Chaitra Month […]
Hanuman puja mainly observed during Hanuman jayanthi and Hanuman vratam. Hanuman Chalisa, Hanuman Astakam and Hanumath stotram are important mantras recited or chanted during the puja. Here is a collection of Hanuman prayers: Hanuman Chalisa: Hanuman Chalisa is a 40-verse prayer composed by Sant Tulsidas. It is the popular prayer offered to Lord Hanuman. Here […]
We see in almost all Hanuman temples that the idol of Hanumanji covered or coated with orange colour sindoor. What is the legend associated with applying sindoor to Hanuman and what is the importance of sindoor in Hanuman puja? Here you can know it. One day Sita mata was wearing a red powder in the […]