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 […]
Shri Ravidas (1450-1520) was a Hindu Saint, famous poet and a spiritual guru who was worshipped in the North India. He was born in a village near Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. LIFE He was born in a family who were considered as untouchables. It is believed that Shri Ravidas was one of the disciples of the […]
Sage Shuka Maharishi was the son of the great sage Vyasa and the narrator of the Bhagavata Purana. The Bhagavata Purana contains the details of Shuka narrating the story of Bhagavata Purana to king Parikshit. He is also called as Shuka Brahma. According to the Mahabharata, Shuka was born with superior power. The Mahabharata tells […]
Narada Jayanthi is the birth anniversary of Sage Narada who is known as Brahma Manasa Putra. In 2026, Narada Jayanti date is May 2. It is observed on Vaishakha bahula Pratipada in South Indian calendars and Krishna Paksha Pratipada in Jyeshta month in North Indian Hindi calendars. Narada Muni is one of the prominent sages […]
Gautama Maharishi was a Vedic sage in Hinduism, and also was mentioned in the sacred texts of Jainism and Buddhism. He had authored some portions of Rig Veda. He was the son of Rahugana. The sons of Gautama are Vamadeva and Nodha. His wife is Ahalya, and he cursed her to become a stone, since […]
Vashishta Jayanti is the birth anniversary of Maharshi Vashishta. In 2026, Vashishta Jayanti date is April 25. It is observed on Shukla Paksha Navami in Vaishakh Month as per Hindu calendar. Vashistha is a revered Vedic sage in Hinduism. He is one of the Saptarishis (seven great Rishis) of Sanatana Dharma. Vashistha is credited as […]