During 14th century AD, there lived a famous saint and a Krishna Devotee at a village in Gujarat, and his name was Rishidas. He was born in a pious Brahmin family and his father was served as a priest in the popular Shree Dwarkadhish Temple situated at Dwaraka in Gujarat. Due to his father’s divine […]
Hindu Saints & Sages
Kartavirya Arjuna | Karthaveerya Arjuna | Sahasrabahu Arjuna
Karthaveerya Arjuna, also known as Sahasrabahu Arjuna, was a legendary king from ancient Hindu texts and history. He belonged to the Haihaya dynasty and was famed for his extraordinary strength, divine boons, and numerous arms, which made him a formidable warrior and ruler. Key Highlights about Karthaveerya Arjuna: Birth and Boons: He was born as […]
Yagnavalkya Jayanthi 2026 | Yajnavalka Maharshi Jayanti
Yagnavalkya Jayanti (Yajnavalkya Jayanti) is observed with utmost fervor by some communities in India. It is observed on Shukla Paksha Dasami in Kartik month by some communities. In 2026, Yagnavalkya Jayanti date is November 19. Some other communities observe Yagnavalksya Jayanti on Shukla Paksha Panchami in Falgun Month. Yagnavalkya (Yajnavalkya) was one of the great sages […]
Shripad Shri Vallabha Antardhan Din 2026
Shripad Shri Vallabha Antardhan Din is the Disappearance Day of Shripad Shri Vallabha. In 2026, Shripad Shri Vallabha Antardhan Din date is November 6. It is observed on Ashwin Krishna Dwadashi (Guru Dwadashi) as per Amavasyant Panchangam (Telugu Calendar | Marathi Calendar). Shripada Shri Vallabha is an incarnation of Lord Dattatreya who was born and […]
Maharshi Valmiki Jayanthi 2026
Valmiki Jayanti (Maharshi Valmeeki Jayanthi) is observed on Ashwin Purnima, Full Moon day in Ashwin month. In 2026, Valmiki Jayanti date is October 26. Valmiki is the ‘Adikavi – which means the first divine poet. Shri Valmiki is the author of the great epic Ramayana. Valmiki is the creator of Sloka (verse from) in which […]
Dnyaneshwari Jayanti 2026
Dnyaneshwari Jayanti is the birthday of Dnyaneshwari or Bhavartha Deepika. In 2026, Dnyaneshwari Jayanti date is October 2. It is observed on Krishna Paksha Shashti in Bhadrapada Month of Marathi Calendar. The Dnyaneshwari, also referred to as Jnanesvari, Jnaneshwari or Bhavartha Deepika is a commentary on the Bhagavad Gita written by the Marathi saint and […]
Gajanan Maharaj Punya Tithi 2026
Shri Gajanan Maharaj Punyatithi is the death anniversary of Sant Gajanan Maharaj. In 2026, Gajanan Maharaj Punyatithi date is September 15. Gajanan Maharaj was an Indian guru belonged to Maharashtra, and he is regarded as an incarnation of Lord Ganesha. He has first appeared in Shegaon, Mahatashtra in the form of a young man, during […]
Rishi Vishwamitra Jayanti
Vishwamitra Jayanti is observed in Bhadrapada Month. In 2026, Vishwamitra Rishi Jayanti date is September 15. Reportedly, Vishwamitra Rishi Jayanti falls on Bhadrapada Shukla Panchami (Rishi Panchami). Brahmarshi Vishwamitra is one of the most famous rishis of ancient India. Vishwamitra is mentioned in various divine texts and Puranas. He has also authored some portions of […]
Dharmasamrat Karpatri Swami Jayanti 2026
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 […]
Dadhichi Jayanti 2026 | Maharshi Dadhichi Jayanthi
Dadhichi Jayanti is the birth anniversary of Dadhichi Maharshi. Dadichi still remains the greatest example for sacrifice. When Lord Indra asked him to sacrifice his bones to make a weapon which could kill Vrutasur, Dadichi readily agreed without even thinking for a moment. Dadhichi Jayanti falls on the Ashtami of Bhadrapada Masa every year. It is […]
Srila Prabhuapada Jayanti 2026 | Prabhupada Avirbhava Mahotsava (Birth Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada Swamy)
Srila Prabhuapada Jayanti 2026, Prabhupada Avirbhava Mahotsava (Birth Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada Swamy)…. Srila Prabhuapada Avirbhava Mahotsava is the Birth Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada Swamy. Srila Prabhupada Swamy is the founder of ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness), commonly known as Hare Krishna Movement. In 2026, September 5. Srila Prabhuapada Avirbhava Mahotsava is observed on […]
Sant Janabai Punyatithi 2026
Sant Janabai Punyatithi (संत जनाबाई पुण्यतिथी) is observed on Ashadh Krishna Trayodashi (आषाढ कृष्ण त्रयोदशी) according to the Hindu lunar calendar. On this tithi in 1350 CE (Shaka 1272), Sant Janabai took her samadhi (entered eternal rest) at the Mahadwar of the Vitthal Temple in Pandharpur alongside the family members of Sant Namdev. Key Details […]
Namdev Maharaj Punyatithi 2026 | Sant Namadeva Maharaj Punya Tithi
Namdev Maharaj Punyatithi is the death anniversary of Sant Namdev Maharaj, a staunch devotee of Lord Vithoba and propagator of Bhagawad Dharma. In 2026, Namdev Maharaj Punyatithi date is August 10. Namadeva Maharaj, one of the prominent Hindu dharma propagators in Maharashtra and western parts of India, was left his physical abode and joined the […]
Bhrigu Maharshi | Author of ‘Bhrigu Samhita’
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 […]
Tulsidas Jayanti 2026 | Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti
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
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 Maharshi | Author of ‘Agastya Samhita’, ‘Agastya Gita’
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 2026
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, 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
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 […]