Story: Ganesha’s curse to Moon God (Chandra Deva)
Here is a popular story of Ganesha found in the Skanda Purana. It says once the Ganesha was invited for a feast in Chandralok. Also, the God is known for appetite, stuffed himself with delicious...
View ArticleVindhyavasini Puja 2013, Vindhya Vasini Durga Puja
Vindhyavasini Puja or Vindhya vasini Durga puja is the most auspicious vrat observed in Jyeshtha month. It falls on Shukla paksha Sashti in Jyeshta month. In 2013, Vindhya Vasini Durga Puja date is...
View ArticleShashthi Mata (Goddess Shashti)
Shashthi Mata or Goddess Shashti is a Hindu folk goddess, venerated as the benefactor and protector of children (especially, as the giver of male child). She is also the deity of vegetation and...
View ArticleMinor Incarnations of Lord Vishnu (Amsavataras – Partial Manifestations)
In Hindu Religious History, there exist in large quantities stories related to Lord Vishnus Avataras, that may be Amsavataras (partial manifestations) like Kapila, purnavataras (full manifestations)...
View ArticleSignificance of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations
What is the significance of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations? Why Ganesha Chaturthi is celebrated? Is there any scientific reason behind Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations apart from religious integrity and...
View ArticleMantangi: Goddess Matangi Mahavidya
Goddess Matangi or Rajamatangi is one of the mahavidyas. She is also considered as the tantric form of Saraswati and her worship is adviced to acquire supernatural powers, especially gaining control...
View ArticleShesha Raja (Raja Festival celebrations)
Shesha Raja is the last day of Raja Sankranti festival celebrations in Odisha. In 2013, Shesha Raja date is June 16. The most important festival of Orissa, Raja is commonly associated with the farming...
View ArticleSymbolism 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...
View ArticleGurupushyamrut Yog 13 June 2013
Today, 13 June 2013 is Gurupushyamrut Yoga. On 13 June 2013, Gurupushyamrut Yog begins at Sunrise and ends at 7.53 AM on the same day. Gurupushyamrut Yoga (Guru Pushya Nakshatra Yog) is an auspicious...
View ArticleRajan Zed wants domestic child labor to go
An estimated 15.5 million children are involved in domestic work, according to a new report of International Labour Office prepared by Jonathan Blagbrough. Distinguished religious statesman Rajan Zed,...
View ArticleEyes on the Shore: A Moral Story of Florence Chadwick
A story is told about a Lion chasing a stag. A fox crossed the path, so the Lion chased the fox. After a while a rabbit crossed the path, so the Lion chased it. Later, a mouse crossed the path and...
View ArticleSrinivasa Mangapuram Kalyana Venkateshwara Swamy Temple, Tirupati
Sri Kalyana Venkateswaraswami temple is at Srinivasa Mangapuram situated 12 km to the west of Tirupati. According to legend, Lord Venkateswara stayed here after his marriage with Sri Padmavathi Devi,...
View ArticleKubalashva’s Katha: Story of King Kubalashva
Kubalashva was one of the kings descended from Kakutstha. Kubalashva’s father was named Vrihadashva. After Vrihadashva had ruled for many years, he desired to retire to the forest. He therefore...
View ArticleVeerateswarar Temple, Keelaparasalur, Nagapattinam
Sri Veerateswarar temple is located in the village named Keelaparasalur, in the district of Keelaparasalur, in the state of Tamil Nadu in South India. The primary deity of this temple is Veerateswarar,...
View ArticleGanesha & Mooshika: How did Mouse became the vehicle of Lord Ganesha?
Ganesha & Mooshika: How did Mouse became the vehicle of Lord Ganesha? What is the story behind the mouse becoming the vehicle of Lord Ganesha? In the royal meeting of God Indra there was a...
View ArticleKamala: Goddess Kamalatmika Mahavidya
Goddess Kamalatmika or kamala is the tenth of the dasamahavidyas. She is often known as the tantric Lakshmi. She is often depicted as having a golden complexion who is being bathed by the four large...
View ArticleJamai Sashthi: 14 June 2013
Today, 14 June 2013 is Jamai Sashthi in Bengal. It is a festival dedicated to son-in-laws. Son-in-laws are welcomed to their mother-in-law’s house and offered special recipes, new clothes and other...
View ArticleSashti devi stotram
Sashti devi stotram is a prayer dedicated to Goddess Shashti, who is also known as the protector of children. Shashthi Mata or Goddess Shashti is a Hindu folk goddess, venerated as the benefactor and...
View ArticleStory of Ganesha and Agastya Maharshi
What is the story of Ganesha and Agastya Maharshi? The story about Lord Ganesha and Agasthya Muni revolves around the Kaveri River (Cauvery)… Here is the full story of Ganesha and Agasthya Muni…. To...
View ArticleGanesha and Snake: What does the Snake around Ganesha’s stomach represent?
Ganesha and Snake: What does the Snake around Ganesha’s stomach represent? What is the significance of the snake around Ganesha’s stomach? Here is the full story about this.. The fourth day of...
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