The Sri Vidyarnava Tantra (often translated as the “Ocean of Sri Vidya” or “Ocean of Mnemonic Formulae”) is an encyclopedic and authoritative text dedicated to the tradition of Sri Vidya, a highly sophisticated, ritualistic form of Shaktism. Unlike many foundational Tantras presented strictly as direct dialogues between Shiva and Parvati, the Vidyarnava Tantra functions as […]
Tharpana Sankalpam mantras for Amavasya July 2026 – Amavasya Pitru Tharpana Sankalapa mantras July 2026.. 13 July 2026 is Bodhayana Amavasya and 14 July 2026 is Sarva Amavasya. This is Ashada Amavasya in North Indian Hindi calendars, Jyeshta Amavasya in Amavasyant calendars, Aani Amavasai in Tamil calendars, Mithuna Masa Karthu Vavu in Malayalam calendars & […]
The Kularnava Tantra is one of the most authoritative, frequently cited, and influential texts of the Kaula school within Tantric Shaktism and Shaivism. Composed roughly between 1000 and 1400 CE, its name literally translates to the “Ocean of Kula” (where Kula signifies the cosmic family, the divine lineage, or the ultimate synthesis of consciousness and […]
14 July 2026 is Amavasya (Darsha Amavasya, Pitru Karya Amavasya). Aani Amavasai (Amavasya in Aani Masam) and Mithuna Vavu Bali (Vavu in Mithuna Masam) are observed on this day respectively in Tamil Nadu (Tamil Calendar) and Kerala (Malayalam Calendar). Amavasya Timings, 14 July 2026 It begins at 6.50 PM on 13 July and ends at […]
Budhvar (Wednesdays) in Shravan month is dedicated to Lord Vittal (Vithala of Pandharpur). In 2026, Budh Pujan dates are: 12 August, 19 August, 26 August, 2 September and 9 September as per Marathi calendar. Vittal Pujan is observed on Wednesdays in Shravan Maas in Maharashtra and some parts of Karnataka (North Karnataka – Gulbarga, Bidar, […]
Well, I don’t know in which planets they are speaking, but certainly not on this planet. All the languages, even though they have come from Sanskrit, it is not spoken anywhere. Even in India, it has almost disappeared; 99.9% disappeared. Somewhere, 0.01% people know just a little bit. Sanskrit needs to be revived and it […]
Shravan Somvar Vrat is an auspicious vrat dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed on all Mondays of Shravan Month as per North Indian Hindi calendars and in Marathi, Gujarati, Telugu and Kannada calendars. Shravan Somvar vrat is widely observed in North Indian states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttaranchanl, Haryana, etc.. Shravan […]
Deeparadhana or lighting lamps or diyas is an important aspect of any puja or Hindu ritual. The importance of deeparadhana is mentioned in many ancient scriptures and the tradition has been in existence since the Stone Age. Apart from religious angle, lighting diyas also has the natural side of benefits for our health and for […]
Who should one honour or worship first – God, or the Guru? We just now sang a bhajan about this which says – “Do not see any difference between God and the Guru”. You should not see any difference between God, Guru and your soul. Despite knowing this, in our country, whenever we start any […]
Varahi Navratri, also known as Ashada Navaratri, is a nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Varahi Devi, one of the Saptamatrikas (seven divine mothers). In 2026, Varahi Navratri begins on July 15 and ends on July 23. Varahi Devi is also one of the manifestations of Maa Shakti. This festival is celebrated in Ashad month hence […]
Yogini Hridaya Tantra, Text Book on Shri Vidya Sadhana.. The Yogini Hridaya Tantra is the exact same foundational text as the Yogini Hridaya. In classical Tantric literature, appending the word Tantra simply emphasizes its status as a canonical scripture of revelation. To expand further into its deep esoteric practice, the text acts as a manual […]
Aadi masam or Aadi month is the fourth month in traditional Tamil calendar followed in Tamil Nadu. In 2026, Aadi Masam begins on July 17 and ends on August 17 (32 days). Aadi month begins on Karkadaka Sankranti or Karka Sankramana day when Sun transits to Karkataka Rashi or Cancer zodiac from Mithuna Rashi or […]
In Tamil Nadu, several temples are dedicated to Varahi, a powerful manifestation of Goddess Shakti, often depicted as a boar-headed goddess. Here are some notable Varahi temples in the region: Notable Varahi Temples in Tamil Nadu 1. Suyambu Varahi Amman Temple Location: Uthirakosamangai, Ramanathapuram District. Significance: This temple is renowned for its self-manifested idol of Varahi, which […]
Temples to visit during Varahi Navaratri Pooja in Hyderabad, Varahi Temples in Hyderabad, Secunderabad. List of temples to have darshanam in Ashada Navaratri days in Hyderabad. Thanks to the growing prominence of social media, Varahi Navaratri (Ashada Navaratri) has become one of the most observed Navaratri events in Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh […]
Chandra Darshan in Shravan Month is one of the auspicious occasions to perform Ganesha Puja, Shiva Pooja, Gauri Pooja or Chandra Graha Shanti Poojan. In 2026, Chandra Darshan in Shravan Month date is August 14. Chandra Darshan is the appearance of New Moon after Amavasya in Hindu month. It falls on the day following Amavasya […]
Shravan Shanivar (Saturdays in Shravan Month) are also auspicious for Shravan Maas vrat & pujas. Sawan Shaniwar is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, Shani Bhagavan and Lord Balaji (Venkateshwara Swamy). In 2026, Shravan Shanivar dates are: 15 August, 22 August, 29 August, 5 September as per Amavasyant Panchanga. As per North Indian Hindi calendars, Shravan Shanivar […]
Why Kanvariyas offer Gangajal at Deoghar Babadham in Shravan Month? Here is the story.. The custom of carrying Kanwar started in the Treta Yuga – the silver age of Hindu mythology. Lord Rama had carried the holy ganges water from Sultanganj in a kanwar and offered to Lord Shiva at Babadham. The legend says that […]
Budh Pujan, a vrat dedicated to Lord Budha (Planet Mercury) of Navagrahas, is observed on Budhwar (Wednesdays) in Shravan Month. In 2026, Budh Pujan dates are: 12 August, 19 August, 26 August, 2 September, 9 September as per Marathi calendar. It is mainly observed in Maharashtra and some places in Karnataka and Gujarat. Those who […]
Brihaspati Puja (Guru graha Puja) is the main ritual performed on Shravan Guruvar (Thursday in Shravan month). In 2026, Shravan Guruvar Brihaspati Puja dates are: 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 August, 27 August in North Indian calendars. Brihaspati Vrat 2026 dates in Marathi and Gujarati calendars are – 13 August, 20 August, 27 […]
What is the importance Shiva Pooja in Shravan Month (Shivalinga Puja, Rudrabhisheka Pooja)? Why devotees perform Shiva Pooja in Shravan Month? Shravan Month is the favorite month for Lord Shiva and the somvar is the most auspicious for Shiva Pooja. Mainly on Shravan Somvar, Shiva Poojan is performed very widely throughout India, Nepal and all other […]