This article gives us interesting information about the marriage of Lord Hanuman and Suvarchala. Suvarchala is the daughter of Surya Bhagavan. She was born from the luminescence (Varchas) of Surya and the world was unable to bear the luminescence of the Sun. At the same time, Lord Hanuman has accomplished his Vedic studies from his […]
Narayaneeyam in Short Form…Narayaniyam is a holy Sanskrit text, which consists of beautiful poems from the Bhagavata Purana. It was written by Narayana Bhattathiri, during 16th century AD, who was one of the famous poets in Kerala. The Bhagavata Purana is a sacred text, and it tells us about the significance of Lord Krishna, his […]
You know life is three states of consciousness – waking, dreaming and sleeping. When waking state ends and dreaming state begins; when dreaming state ends and sleeping state begins, and when sleeping state ends and waking state begins, at these junction points something fantastic happens. What is that? You get a glimpse of that which […]
In the Mahabharata, what was the significance of Lord Hanuman being present on the chariot of Arjuna (on the flag of Arjuna)? To the doubt raised by a disciple at Satsang of Art of Living, Guruji Sri Sri Ravishankar replied as… Well, in those days they used some flag, like how every political party uses […]
What is the significance of Deep Pooja on Full Moon day (Pournami Deepa Puja)? The importance of deepa pooja in the words of Sri Sri Ravishankar, Founder of Art of Living… The ancient tradition is either full moon or new moon is a celebration, and in a celebration we light a lot of lamps. This […]
The birth place of Yamuna river lies in the Yamunotri Glacier at a height 6,387 metres on Lower Himalayas in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, north of Haridwar. Subsequently, River Yamuna flows through the states of Delhi, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, before merging with the Ganges at a sacred spot known as Triveni Sangam in Allahabad. During the Kumbh […]
What is the religious significance of Yamuna River? Why Yamuna River is considered an important river as per Hindu Dharma? Yami, the goddess of the river Yamuna, is the sister of Yama, god of death, and the daughter of Surya, the Sun god, and his wife Saranyu. Yamuna, referred to respectfully as Yamunaji, holds a […]
Yamuna Pushkarams (River Yamuna Pushkaraalu) begins on 2 June 2026 and ends on 13 June 2026. Yamuna Pushkarams begins at the time when Guru (Brihaspati – Jupiter) enters into Karkataka Rashi (Punarvasu Nakshatra – 4th quarter). This year, Yamuna Pushkarams have great significance in terms of planetary positions. On the first day of Pushkarams the […]
List of important bathing dates in Yamuna Pushkaraalu 2026 is given here. Yamuna Pushkarams begins on 2 June and ends on 13 June. During these 12 days, there are some important bathing dates.. 2 June 2026 – First day of Pushkarams, Tuesday 9 June 2026 – Guru Nakshatram – Purvabhadra, Tuesday 11 June 2026 – […]
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 […]