Here is a list of Easy Vs Difficult things as per Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON & Hare Krishna Movement)… Easy is to judge the mistakes of others Difficult is to recognize our own mistakes Easy is to talk without thinking Difficult is to refrain the tongue Easy is to hurt someone Difficult is to heal the […]
Srimad-Bhagavatam: The Transcendental literature
Religion includes four primary subjects, namely pious activities, economic development, satisfaction of the senses, and finally liberation from material bondage. Irreligious life is a barbarous condition. Indeed, human life begins when religion begins. Eating, sleeping, fearing, and mating are the four principles of animal life. These are common both to animals and to human beings. […]
What is the purpose of this creation?
What is the purpose of this creation? For this doubt raised by a devotee in Art of Living Satsang, Sri Sri Ravishankar Guruji clarifying in his own words…. What is the purpose of any sports? (Answer: To win or entertain) Yes, just entertainment, or fun, isn’t it! Same way! It is just that the Brahman […]
Markandeya’s explanation on Nature of True gift
Alms-giving should be regarded as part of one’s duty, which it will be sinful to discard. A gift made in the expectation of name, fame or reward will be devoid of its value. Sage Markandeya commend to Yudhishtirar the example of King Sibi, who without even the slightest hesitation or displeasure killed his own son […]
Beyond Darwinism, Value of Human Life as per Science of Self Realization
What is there beyond Darwinism in human life? Here is an interesting note from a book called “Science of Self Realization” authored by Srila Prabhupada, Founder Acharya of ISKCON. We living entities are innumerable; there is no limit to our number. God, however, is one. He is also living, as we are but we are […]
Significance of Arghya, offering water to the Sun
What is the significance of ‘Arghya’, offering water to the Sun? Read the article which explains the Arghya Mahatmya in Sri Sri Ravishankar’s words.. Water is symbol of love. In fact, in Sanskrit, it is synonymous to love. ‘Apa’ means water and it also means love. That is why, someone very close to you, what […]
Does God Really Exist?
Many of us would be having the question in our mind! Does god really exist in the world? Then why we are suffering from lot of problems in our life? The answer to this question is, as per the Yuga Dharma, the entire world is functioning! Now we are in the fourth Yuga, that is […]
Spirituality Of Nature
Spirituality Of Nature.. We must always remember that there is one Supreme power, and we are all floating in the sea of that Divine power. It is present both, within us and outside us. When this faith dawns from within, then nothing in the world can shake us. Life acquires such great inner strength when […]
Why Religious Conversion after all core values of all religions are same
Why Religious Conversion after all core values of all religions are same? though customs and symbols are different among religions, the core values are the same. Then why is there feverishness to convert people to another religion? And also if they do convert, why should we be feverish about it, if the core values are same? […]
Every obstacle presents an opportunity
In ancient times, a king had a boulder placed on a roadway. Then he hid himself and watched to see if anyone would remove the huge rock. Some of the king’s wealthiest merchants and courtiers came by and simply walked around it. Many loudly blamed the king for not keeping the roads clear, but none […]
Somvati Amavasya, Amavas on Somavar: Importance & Spiritual Significance
Somvati Amavasya, Amavas on Somavar: Importance & Spiritual Significance.. Somvati Amavasya, Amavas which falls on Somvar (Monday), is considered as auspicious day for Hindu devotees. Significance of Somvati Amavasya – Somvati Amavas Mahatmya: The importance and significance of Somvati Amavasya is narrated by Bhishma to Dharma Raj in the Mahabharat. Devotees believe that taking a […]
Nirjala Ekadashi 2026
Nirjala Ekadasi or Nirjal Ekadashi, also known as Pandava Ekadasi or Bhimsen Ekadashi, is observed on Ekadashi day in Shukla paksha of Jyeshta month. In 2026, Nirjala Ekadashi date is June 25. Nirjala Ekadashi vrat katha ore legend, significance and spiritual importance are mentioned in the Brahma Vaivarta Purana. Nirjala Ekadashi vrat fasting makes devotees […]
Bhim Ekadashi 2026 | Bhima Ekadasi, Bhimseni Ekadashi
Bhim Ekadashi, or Bhima Ekadasi or Bhimseni Ekadashi, is the most observed Ekadashi vratas in all 24 Ekadashi vratas. Also known as Pandav Bhimseni Ekadasi, Nirjala Ekadasi, and Pandava Ekadasi, Bhim Ekadasi 2026 date is June 25, Thursday. This Ekadasi falls on eleventh day in Shukla Paksha of Jyeshta month. It is considered as highly […]
Kishkindha Kanda in Ramayana
Kishkindha Kanda is the fourth chapter of Valmiki Ramayana, and it describes the meeting between Lord Rama with the Vanaras. The ancient Kishkindha is believed to have been situated in the present place of Hampi in Karnataka. Ancient Kishkindha kingdom contains full of natural beauty, surrounded with holy trees, and various kinds animals were also […]
Vat Purnima 2026 | Vata Savitri Vrat on Jyeshta Purnima
Vat Purnima, also known as Vat Savitri Purnima, is an auspicious day dedicated to Savitri and Goddess Gauri. In 2026, Vat Purnima vrat date is June 29. Vat Savitri Vratam is observed by married women on Vat Purnima day (Jyeshta Purnima) in many regions of North India and Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. Savitri Puja […]
Somvati Amavasya 2026
Somvati Amavasya, Amavasya which falls on Somvar (Monday) is an auspicious occasion. It has great significance for Shiva Puja, Surya Puja, Vishnu Puja, Durga Puja and Pitru Tharpana Puja. In 2026, Somvati Amavasya comes only twice – June and November 2026. In the year 2026, Somvati Amavasya occurs exactly twice: 1. Jyeshtha Somvati Amavasya Date: […]
Karvetinagaram Venugopalaswamy Temple Brahmotsavam 2026
Karvetinagaram Venugopalaswamy Temple Brahmotsavam 2026.. The annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Venugopalaswamy along with Sri Rukmini and Satyabhama at Karvetinagaram, will be held from June 6 to 14, 2026 in a grand manner. The festivities will commence with Ankurarpanam on the evening of June 5. Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam will be observed at the temple on June […]
Somvati Amavasya Foods | What to eat, What to Avoid
Somvati Amavasya Foods | What to eat, What to Avoid.. Nirjala Vrat, Phalahari Vrat on Somvati Amavasya.. If you choose to observe a partial fast (often called a Phalahari vrat) for Somvati Amavasya, the diet shifts entirely away from regular grains and legumes to specific pure, easily digestible foods. Here is the standard list of […]
Significance of Konark Sun Temple
Significance of Konark Sun Temple… Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century temple located at Konark which is about 35 kilometres from Puri city, Odisha. The temple was supposed to be built by king Narasingha Deva I of Ganga Dynasty during 1250 AD. This temple is dedicated to Lord Surya, and this temple was built in […]
Narayanavanam Kalyana Venkateshwara Swamy Temple Brahmotsavam 2026
Narayanavanam Kalyana Venkateshwara Swamy Temple Brahmotsavam 2026.. Annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy will be held at Narayanavanam from May 28 to June 5, 2026 with religious fervour. Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam will be observed on May 24 and Ankurarpanam on May 27. Important events include Garuda Seva on June 1, Kalyanotsavam on June 4 […]