A mouse came to a saintly person: “Sir, I am very much troubled. This cat troubles me very much.” “So what you want?” “Let me become a cat.” “All right, you become a cat.” So he became a cat. Then after few days, he came back. “Sir, still I am in trouble.” “What is that?” […]
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Symbolism of Raja Sankranti celebrations
Other than the significance mentioned in the previous article, what is the symbolism of Raja Sankranti celebrations in Odisha? Why it is celebrated during the beginning of rainy season? Raja Sankranti (Swing festival) or Mithuna Sankranti is the first day of the month of Asara (June-July) from which the season of rains starts. It inaugurates […]
Is it necessary of Fast every week?
Is it necessary of Fast every week? Many of us have weekly fasting like Somvar Vrat, Shanivar Vrat, etc. Why we need to fast every week? We fast not to please the Divine, but to cleanse our body. You overwork your liver, stomach and pancreas so much. If there was a labor court for the […]
Utpatti or Utpanna Ekadasi, 30 November 2021
30 November 2021 is Utpatti or Utpanna Ekadasi vrat. It falls on Krishna Paksha Ekadashi in Margashirsha Month in North Indian calendars and in Karthik month as per Telugu, Kannada, Gujarati & Marathi calendars. Utpatti Ekadasi vrat katha is associated with the origin of Ekadasi vrat in fact the birth of ‘Ekadasi Mata’ and the […]
Vishaka Hari | Proponent of Harikatha (Katha Kalakshepam)
Smt. Vishaka Hari is a remarkable Carnatic music singer and a Hindu devotional story teller, otherwise known as ‘Katha kalakshepam’. She is an expert in telling Harikathas in such a way, that even a layman can understand her divine discourses on the Hindu Holy Texts, and she is a qualified chartered accountant. Vishaka Hari is […]
What is Love in Hinduism and its approaches…?
What is love? This is a question raised by a devotee in the Satsang of Sri Sri Ravishankar Guruji of Art of Living.. Let us know what is the answer or reply from Guruji in his own words… Love is the basis of all existence. All the cells in your body love each other, that […]
Child Born on Ashtami tithi – Effects, Impact
What is the effects or impact if the child born on Ashtami tithi? What if you were born on Ashtami day? How will be your future.. career, health, marriage, children, financial development, education, etc..? Importance of Ashtami tithi in Hindu calendar Ashtami is the eighth tithi in any Paksha (Shukla Paksha – bright fortnight / Krishna Paksha – dark […]
Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham Festivals 2019-2020 | Pujas, Events
Here is the list – Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham Festivals 2019-2020. The list includes the pujas and other events at the Kanchi Peetham. Scroll down for the list of festivals, pujas and events in each month.. MARCH 2019 3RD MARCH SUNDAY HH SRI SANKARA VIJAYENDRA SARASWATHI SWAMIGAL JAYANTHI, PRADOSHA PUJA 4TH MARCH, MONDAY MAHASIVARATHRI 7TH MARCH, […]
Spoken Words Can’t Be Retrieved
A farmer insulted his neighbor. Realizing his mistake, he went to the preacher to ask for forgiveness. The preacher told him to take a bag of feathers and drop them in the center of town. The farmer did as he was told. Then the preacher asked him to go and collect the feathers and put […]
Understanding the Source of Everything
Generally, a person with a philosophical mind is inquisitive to know what is the origin of all creations. At night he looks into the sky and naturally wonders what are the stars, how they are situated, who lives there, and so on. All these inquiries are quite natural for a human being, because he has […]
Story of King Nabhaga
King Nabhaga was refused of material wealth: Vaivaswata’s another son King Nabhaga advised his youngest son Junior Nabhaga to perform a sincere yagna in favour of the Planetary Heads since the junior Nabhaga received a raw deal by his elder brothers in the apportionment of the King’s wealth when the senior Nabhaga proceeded to Vanaprastha. […]
Ego, Arrogance and Self-respect… Is there any difference between these three?
Ego, Arrogance and Self-respect… Is there any difference between these three? This is a question raised by a devotee in the Satsang of Sri Sri Ravishankar Guruji of Art of Living. For this, let us read the explanation from Guruji in his own words… There is no difference between ego and arrogance. ‘I am’ is […]
Naina Devi Aarti
Naina Devi Aarti is a famous prayer dedicated to Goddess Naina Devi. Nainadevi Temple is one of the 51 Shaktipeethas (51 ancient, powerful temples of Goddess Shakti). Lyrics of Naina Devi Aarti…. Jai Ambe Gauri, Mayya Jai Shyama Gauri Tumko Nish-Din Dhyavat, Hari Brahma Shivri [1] Jai Ambe Gauri Maang Sindoor Virajat, Tiko Mrig-Mad Ko Ujjwal Se Dou […]
Hot Trending Destinations to Visit as Couple
Planning a vacation? Want to go somewhere memorable with your partner? Do something exciting and truly original! Visit one of the proposed destinations to get really satisfied. The world is wide open and waits for you and your loved one to explore it. There are place you’ve never even imagined you’d want to visit. Have […]
Pralayakala Veerabadra Swamy Temple, Bangalore
Sri Pralayakala Veerabadra swamy Temple is located in Bangalore Kavipuram Guddahalli, in Bangalore, Karnataka. At present, the temple is managed by Sri Pralayakala Veerabadra Swami Devasthanam. The presiding deity of this shrine is Pralayakala Veerabadrar. The type of pooja performed in this shrine is known as Veera Saivagama. The shrine is approximately 500-1000 years old. […]
Ratangarh Mata Temple, Rampura in Datia district, Madhya Pradesh
Ratangarh Mata Temple is one of the famous Shakti Temple in Madhya Pradesh. It is located at a distance of 5 Km from Rampura village and 55 Km from Datia. This holy place is in dense forest and on bank of Sindh river. Every year thousands of devotee come to this temple to get blessing […]
Veera Hanuman (Veera Anjaneya Swamy)
Veera Anjaneya Swamy (Veera Hanuman) is the second incarnation of Hanuman’s Navavatara (9 forms). This form holds Gadha (mace) with an expression of ready-to-battle. This Hanuman Avatara appears with Abhaya Mudra, but holds the mace pointing upwards and always in the position to punish the evil. Since this form expresses the strength and valor of Hanuman, it is […]
Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy, Hanuman’s 1st of 9 incarnations
Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy (Abhaya Anjaneya Swamy, Karyasiddhi Hanuman) is the first incarnation of Hanuman’s Navavatara (9 forms). This incarnation has hands, one showing the Abhaya Mudra, the gesture of raised palm as protection, while the second hand is holding the mace down on earth. His face is very peaceful. His tail is generally upwards, sometimes down. He […]
Hindus urge California co. to withdraw Lord Ganesha dogbed & apologize
Upset Hindus are urging San Diego area (California) based online home décor company “KESS InHouse” for immediate withdrawal of dog beds and some other products carrying image of Hindu deity Lord Ganesha; calling it highly inappropriate. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that Lord Ganesha was highly revered in […]
Photos – Akashpuri Hanuman Mandir, Gangabowli – Dhoolpet (Hyderabad)
Here are the photos of Akashpuri Hanuman Mandir (51-feet Hanuman idol temple), Dhoolpet, Hyderabad. Akashpuri Hanuman Temple in Dhoolpet, Hyderabad, is a popular Hanuman Mandir which hosts 51-feet Hanuman idol. This temple is being constructed and managed under the aegis of T Rajasingh, BJP MLA from Goshamahal, Hyderabad. The mammoth Hanuman idol is installed on the […]