Durga Nimajjan also called as Visarjan is the last and concluding event of Durga Navarathri. In some places it is performed on Dussehra / Vijaya Dashami / Dasara / Dassara. Durga Visarjan 2011 date is October 6. The day of this event may depend on the regional traditions of a place. On the same day, […]
Hinduism
An American art museum offers yoga classes
Now one can enjoy yoga surrounded by beautiful art. The Noyes Museum of Art, the only fine arts museum in southern New Jersey (USA), is offering “No Sweat Yoga” classes. “Relax & reduce your stress level”, yoga class announcement says. Naida Burgess is the instructor. Welcoming the well known museum’s move to offer yoga classes, […]
Jewish School in London becomes Hindu Primary School
A Jewish Primary School in London Borough of Redbridge in United Kingdom (UK) will be a Hindu Primary School on 1st September 2012. London based Hindu state education promoter charity “I-Foundation” has won the competition to establish this primary school in the Barkingside area, according to Office of the Schools Adjudicator headquartered in Darlington (UK) […]
Maha Navami, Maharnavami: Ninth Day of Durga Navaratri
On the ninth day of Durga Navarathri, Maha Navami or Maharnavami is celebrated. MahaNavami 2014 date is October 3. In North India, Goddess Matungi / Goddess Renuka Devi is the goddess of this ninth day of Durga Navratri. In South India, Goddess Mahishasura Mardhini is the goddess of the ninth day of Durga Navarathri.
Durga Devi – Goddess For Eighth Day of Durga Navratri – Durga Astami Goddess
Sri Durga Devi is the Goddess for the eighth day of Durga Navarathri. In 2021, during the festival of Durga Navrathri, on October 13th, Goddess Sri Durga Devi is worshipped. This day is very important as a part of the navratri celebrations in Sri Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada. Durga Ashtami is celebrated on this […]
Sri Mahalakshmi Devi – Goddess of Sixth Day during Durga Navaratri
Sri Mahalakshmi Devi is the goddess for Sixth day of Durga Navarathri. In 2009, on September 24, Thursday, is the day dedicated to the Goddess during Durga Navarathri. Sri Mahalakshmi Devi is the Godess of prosperity. In Vijayawada Kanaka Durga Temple, Sri Mahalakshmi Devi is worshipped on the day.
Annapoorna Devi – Goddess of Fourth Day of Durga Navratri in South India
Mata Sri Annapurneshwari Devi is the Goddess for the fourth day of Durga Navrathri. Mata Annapurna is considered as the Goddess of feeding. In 2009, On September 22, Tuesday, the Goddess Annapurna is worshipped as a part of Durga Navarathri in all South Indian states. Goddess Annapurna Devi Puja Goddess Annapurna Ashtakam or Annapoorna Stotram
Gayathri Devi – Goddess of Third Day of Durga Navratri in South India
Goddess Gayathri Devi is the Goddess to be worshipped during the third day of Durga Navarathri. In 2009, on September 21, Monday, Sri Gayatri Mata is worshipped inSouth Indian states. Gayathri mata is the Goddess of Wisdom. She is also known as Mother Goddess for Puranas, Hindu Epics, Ithihasa, Upanishads and all other Hindu sacred […]
Sri BalaTripura Sundari Devi: Goddess of Second Day of Durga Navratri
In South Indian states, on first / second day of Durga Navarathri, Sri Bala Tripura Sundari Devi is worshipped. Bala Tripura is a form of Goddess Durga Devi. In 2012, Sri Bala Tripura Sundari puja date is October 16th during Durga Navratri. Especially in Sri Kanaka Durga Temple of Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, it is celebrated […]
Venkateshwara Annual Brahmotsavalu 2011 – Tirumala Tirupati Varshika Navaratri Bramhotsavam 2011
Brahmotsavam is the annual festival celebrated in South Indian temples. Tirumala Tirupati Venkateshwara swamy temple is the excellent abode of Lord to watch the Brahmotsavam event. Navaratri Brahmotsavam 2011 at Tirumala Tirupati temple starts from September 28th and ends on 6th October. Lord Sri Venkateshwara is considered as the God of Kalyug. Popularly known as […]
Astadasha Shakti Peethas | List of 18 Shakti Temples
This list of Ashtadasa Shakti peethas ( 18 Shakti Temples / Temples of Mother Goddess). The Ashtadasha Shakti Peethas are 18 major sacred shrines dedicated to Goddess Shakti, revered as powerful abodes of the divine feminine in Hindu tradition. These Shakti Peethas are linked to the legend of Goddess Sati’s dismembered body parts falling to […]
Kanya Puja: Worship of Young Girls During Durga Navratri
Kanya Puja is an age old ritual performed during Durga Navarathri. Kanya is a virgin girl who has not attained maturity. During Navrathri, each day a girl is worshipped. Nine days nine girls are worshipped. It is believed that Virgin girls are more energetic in terms of Spirituality than Suvasini women (married women) Kanyas are […]