Dharmasamrat Sri Karpatri Maharaj Jayanti is the birth anniversary of Swami Karpatri Maharaj. In 2026, Karpatri Maharaj Jayanti date is August 14. Swami Karpatri Ji Jayanti is celebrated with utmost gaiety and devotion in Uttar Pradesh and all other places of India. Swami Karpatri (1907–1982) was born in a village at Uttar Pradesh, and he […]
Maharishi Bhrigu was one of the Prajapatis created by Lord Brahma. And it is believed that he was born in the present day Uttar Pradesh. He is the author of Bhrigu Samhita. Bhrigu is considered to be the best son of Lord Brahma, since he was born from the mind of Lord Brahma. And he […]
Tulsi Jayanti (Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti) is the birth anniversary of Tulsidas, the Hindu poet-saint who was renowned for his devotion for Lord Rama. In 2026, Tulsidas Jayanti date is August 19. Tulsidas was born on Shukla Paksha Saptami in Shravan month. Tulsidas was born to Hulsi and Atmaram Dubey at Rajapur in Chitrakuta, a village […]
Seven Saptarishis still visit Venkateshwara Swamy at Tirumala… During the start of Kaliyuga, when Lord Vishnu left his abode Vaikunta in order to settle down at the Holy Tirumala Hills, till the end of Kali Yuga, the seven great Saptarishis such as “Vashistha”, “Marichi”, “Pulastya”, “Pulaha”, “Atri”, “Angiras” and “Kratu”, felt very much worried, since […]
Agastya was a famous sage of Hinduism. His wife is Lopamudra. Sage Agastya is mentioned in Ramayana and Mahabharata. He is one among the Saptarishis, Seven Vedic Sages, and also one among the 18 Siddhars. It is believed that he has lived for over 5000 years. He is said to have lived in the Pothigai […]
Sant Dnyaneshwar Jayanti is the birth anniversary of Saint Dnyaneshwar Maharaj of Maharashtra. In 2026, Dnyaneshwar Jayanti date is September 4. It is believed that Sant Dnyaneshwar was born on Krishna Paksha Ashtami in Shravan Month according to Shaka calendar of Maharashtra. After having composed Amrutanubhava, Dnyaneshwar made a pilgrimage to northern India with Namdev […]
Periyalvar, The Great Azhwar… Periyalvar (originally named Vishnuchittar) is one of the most unique and beloved figures among the 12 Alvars. While most devotees approach God seeking protection, wealth, or liberation, Vishnuchittar approached God with the protective love of a mother. He was constantly worried about the Lord’s safety and well-being. Because his love was […]
Alvars (Azhwars), Vaishnava Saint Poets… The word Alvar (or Azhwar) translates beautifully from Tamil as “one who is immersed” — specifically, immersed in the deep, ecstatic love of Lord Vishnu. They were 12 mystic poet-saints who lived in the Tamil region of South India between the 5th and 10th centuries CE. Together, they formed the […]
Nayanar Achan Pillai Thirunakshatram… Sri Nayanar Achan Pillai is one of the most revered Acharyas in the Sri Vaishnava sampradaya, renowned for his profound philosophical works and for continuing the legacy of his illustrious father. Who Was He? He was the adopted son (svikara puthra) and primary disciple of Sri Periyavachan Pillai, the legendary “Emperor […]
Kulashekhara Alvar… Kulashekhara Alvar was a powerful king of the Chera dynasty (in modern-day Kerala) who willingly abdicated his throne because all of his royal wealth and power felt meaningless compared to his overwhelming love for the Divine. If you are exploring traditional narratives around Lord Venkateswara or Sri Rama, Kulashekhara Alvar is arguably the […]
Thiruppaan Alvar (or Tiruppan Azhwar) is one of the most powerful symbols of social and spiritual equality in the Sri Vaishnava sampradaya. His life definitively proved that in the eyes of God, pure devotion completely erases all barriers of caste, wealth, and social birth. The “Muni Vahana” Legend Thiruppaan Alvar was born in Uraiyur into […]
Vyasa is considered as both, the author and a character of the Mahabharata. He plays a very critical role in the epic. It begins with Satyavati, the fisherwoman. She was no ordinary fisherwoman. She was born when a cursed Apsara in the form of fish swallowed a kings semen. She was then raised by the […]
Vijayīndra Tīrtha (also known as Vijayendra Tīrtha) (c. 1517 – c. 1614) was a highly influential Hindu saint, philosopher, and dialectician in the Dvaita Vedanta tradition. He is celebrated as one of the most formidable champions of Madhvacharya’s dualistic philosophy and is credited with rescuing and revitalizing the Dvaita school in South India during the […]
Narayana Bhattathiri (1560–1646), was a student of Pisharati, and was an expert in mathematics. He was the author of Narayaneeyam, which was written in praise of Guruvayoorappan (Lord Krishna). Life Bhattathiri was from Melpathur, Kerala and he was born in a Brahmin family. Bhattathiri studied from his father. At an younger age, he became a […]
Kabir Jayanti (Kabir Prakat Diwas) is an auspicious day for Kabir Panth devotees, those who are the followers of Sant Kabirdas. In 2026, Kabir Jayanti date is June 29. Kabir Jayanti is observed on Jyeshta Purnima, Full Moon day in Jyeshta Month as per Hindu calendar. The followers of Sant Kabirdas take out big procession […]
Vak Ambhrni was the mighty daughter of Rishi Ambhrina. She is also known as Vagambhrini, who is a famous female rishi, and her details are widely mentioned in the Rig Veda. She also contributed some portions of texts in the Rig Veda and in the Sama Veda (10.125). She wrote various mantras, which is still […]
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 […]
Kashyapa is one of the Saptarishis, Seven famed Sages in Hinduism. Kashyapa Rishi Jayanti is observed on Krishna Paksha Panchami in Jyeshta Month as per North Indian Hindi calendar. In 2026, Kashyapa Rishi Jayanti date is May 6. Kashyapa was one of the seven ancient sages (rishi) considered as Saptarishis in Rigveda, numerous Sanskrit texts […]
Tallapaka Annamacharya Jayanti Utsavams 2026 | Annamayya’s 618th Jayanti… The 618th Jayanthi celebrations of saint poet Tallapaka Annamacharya, revered as Padakavita Pitamaha, will be held from May 2 to 8 with grandeur at Tallapaka, Rajampet, and Tirupati. At Tallapaka (birthplace), programs begin on May 2 at 9 AM with Sankeertana Ghoshti Ganam, followed by Srivari […]
Tukdoji Maharaj Jayanti is the birth Anniversary of Sant Tukdoji Maharaj (1909-1968). He was a spiritual guide from Maharashtra and popularly known for his Gramgeeta, a social literary work which describes real rural development. In 2026, Tukdoji Maharaj Jayanti date is April 30. Tukdoji Maharaj was born in 1909 in Yavali village of Amravati district […]