Jagadhatri is another form of Devi Durga, who is worshipped mostly in West Bengal and Odisha. It is believed that once she controlled the ego of the demigods and told to them that she was the UNIVERSAL GODDESS, and everything was controlled by her, and Goddess took her original divine form as Goddess Jagadhatri sitting […]
Decoration of deities is a good task. Similar to decorating ourselves and our children, we must have to decorate the divine deities also, based on our financial status. In most of the Hindu temples, the deities would wear rich costumes, costly necklaces and would be adorned with flowers and flower garlands. Among the gods and […]
Lord Sharabha is an avatar of Lord Shiva, who incarnated in the most powerful form than a lion to pacify Lord Narasimha Swamy. Lord Sharabha appeared like a huge bird with wings and strong beak. Sharabha Jayanthi falls in Vaisakha mass. Sharabha JAyanthi is an auspicious occasion for shaivaites. Legend of Sharabha Avatar of Lord […]
Vindhyavasini is one of the various names of the goddess Durga. She gets the name of Vindhyavasini, since she resides in Vindhyachal. Her temple is located at Vindhyachal, on the banks of river Ganges, in Uttar Pradesh. According to various puranas, it was stated that goddess Durga took the avatar of Vindyavasini in order to […]
Vasoorimala is a female deity worshiped in many parts of Kerala and Kodagu region of Karnataka. She is worshipped as a small deity in Bhadrakali or Shiva temples. Vasoorimala is believed to be a deity that prevents contagious diseases like smallpox, chickenpox, and measles. In North Kerala, Vasoorimala is worshipped and performed as Vasoorimala Theyyam. According to myths, Manodari, wife of Asura named Darikan was later named as Vasoorimala. Vasoori is the Malayalam word for the […]
Uchitta Bhagavathy is a regional Hindu goddess worshipped in the North Malabar region in Kerala, India. Uchitta is worshiped and the dance is performed as Theyyam form. The main temples of this wonderful goddess are spread across Kannur and Kasaragod districts in Kerala. Uchitta Bhagavathy is a regional Hindu goddess worshipped mainly in the Kannur […]
Poomala Bhagavathy also known as Aryapoomala or Aryappunkani is a female deity worshipped in some parts in Kerala. Poomala is worshiped mainly by the Thiyya community people. The main temples of this deity is situated in Kannur and Kasaragod districts. According to the legend, Poomala Devi was enjoying the heavenly garden with her friends. she […]
Ma Arya Poonkani, also known as Ma Aryakkarakani, is a female deity worshiped in some parts in Kerala. Arya Poonkani is worshipped and dance performance on her is termed as Arya Poonkani Theyyam. Along with the theyyam of Arya Poonkani, Bappiriyan Theyyam is also performed in the temple. The legend of Bappiriyan who is believed […]
“Vana Durga” or “Vanadurga” is a manifestation of the Hindu goddess Durga, who is revered as the Divine Mother and the embodiment of divine feminine power. The term “Vana Durga” is often associated with Durga’s role as a protector of forests, wilderness, and natural landscapes. Here are some key aspects and associations related to Vana […]
The story of Garbharakshambika is a Hindu legend associated with the goddess Garbharakshambika, who is believed to protect pregnant women and ensure the safe delivery of their babies. This story is particularly popular in the southern Indian state of Karnataka, where the Garbharakshambika temple is located. Once upon a time, in a small village in […]
Folk deity can be represented in a male or a female human, an animal, or even an object, like a holy stone. And they are worshipped with different names in different parts of the country. Human life is thrived by two things. Hunger and fear. These are the two things which keep any human being […]
Kalaratri mata is the seventh aspect of Navadurga. Kaalratri is worshipped on seventh day during Durga Navaratri. In 2025, Kalaratri Puja date is September 28. Maha Saptami / Maha Ashtami (Durga Ashtami) is the day to worship the Goddess. Spiritual importance of Kaalratri Navadurga Puja: On the seventh day of Navratri, Yogis and other upasaks […]
Shoolini, is the principal form of the Goddess Durga or Parvati, also known as Devi and Shakti. Maa Shoolini (Mahashakti), the form and formless, is the root of knowledge, wisdom, creation, preservation and annihilation. She is Shakti or power of Lord Shiva. Narasimha, the fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, couldn’t control his rage after killing […]
Katyayani is the sixth aspect of Navdurga Goddesses worshipped during Navratri puja. Goddess katyayani is worshipped on the sixth day in Durga Navratri pooja. In Chaitra Navratri, Katyayani Puja date is April 4. In 2025, Katyayani Puja date in Durga Navaratra festival is September 27. The legend of Goddess Katyayani Mata: Katyayani was born as […]
Skanda mata is the fifth phase of Navdurga, nine Goddesses worshipped during Durga Navaratri. Skandamata is worshipped on the fifth day during Durga pooja. In 2025, Skanda mata puja date is September 26 in Sharad Navratri and April 3 in Vasant Chaitra Navratri. Goddess Skanda mata is the mother of Lord Skanda or Subrahmanya, also […]
Ashtamukha Gandabherunda Narasimha is one of the fiercest forms of Narasimha Swamy. The Sadhana of Ashtamukha Gandabherunda Narasimha (the eight-faced Narasimha) is extremely secretive method of worship in Vaishnava Agama Nigama Tantra Shashtras. According to Ashtamukha Gandabherunda Narasimha Kalpam, during the fight between Sharabheshwara (form of Shiva) and Narasimha reached to its peak, furious Narasimha […]
Skandamata is the fifth aspect of Navdurga Goddesses worshipped during Saran Navratri Durga pooja. Skanda mata puja 2025 date is September 26 in Sharad Navratri & April 3 in Chaitra Navratri. Spiritual importance of Skanda mata Navadurga pooja: Skanda mata is the fifth form of among nine tremendous aspects of Durga worshipped during Saran Navratra. […]
The story of the origin of the Avatar or Incarnation of Devi Shree Katyayani. Goddess Katyayani Mata is one of the manifestations of Goddess Parvathi Devi. Noting from prevalent records (Shri Durga Sapthashathi) our ancestors narrate the details of Avatar of Shree Katyayani thus:- The demon King Mahishasura after intense penance (Tapas) of years received […]
Goddess Lalita or Lalitha Tripura Sundari devi and the red Goddess, is one of the most powerful manifestations of Goddess Shakti. Goddess Shakti incarnated as Lalita to demolish the demon called Bhandasura. Bhandasura was a demon formed from the ashes of Manmadha or Kama deva, the God of Love and seduction. Legend of Lalita Avatara: […]
Chandraghanta Mata (Chandraganta) is the third Goddess among the Navadurga, nine aspects of Mother Goddess worshipped during Durga Navaratri. Maa Chandraghanta is worshipped on the third day (Maha Tritiya) during Sharad Navaratra. In Chaitra Navratri, Chandraghanta Puja date is April 1. In 2025, Chandraghanta Puja date in Durga Navaratra festival is September 24. Appearance and Iconography […]