Sri Kalahasti Shiva Temple is the only temple which remains open during Solar Eclipse or Lunar Eclipse. Every temple in the area where the Surya Grahanam or Chandra Grahanam takes place or show its effect remains closed. But, because of the association with Rahu and Ketu (two prominent Grahams in Hindu Jyotishyam) the temple remains […]
Surya Grahan Rituals
Surya Grahan or Chandra Grahan – Grass Blades and Stored Water – Scientific Reasons behind Hindu Rituals during Solar or Lunar Eclipse
There are some rituals and traditions in Hinduism that Surya Grahan or Chandra Grahan will show some bad effects on Earth and its living world. It is a proven fact. But what about certain aachar (rituals) followed by Hindu people during Grahan? Is there any scientific reason behind the aachars at the time of Grahan? […]