Kaumari Puja: Koumari Pooja
Kaumari Puja or Koumari Pooja is a ritual or vrata dedicated to Goddess Kaumari, also spelt as Koumari Devi. In 2013, Kaumari Puja date is August 15. Kaumari Devi, also known as Kumari or Koumari Devi,...
View Article67th Independence Day wishes, Svatantra Divas ki Shubhkamnaye
15 August 2013 is the 67th Indian Independence Day (Svatantra Divas). Independence was the dream of crores of freedom fighters who had struggled several hundred years to achieve it. They had the...
View ArticleSwami Vivekananda, beacon light to Youth
Swami Vivekananda is the beacon light to Youth. A combination of physical strength, moral purity, mental discipline and of a higher plane will help a person to succeed in his life. The ideal before...
View ArticleRathnapureeswarar Temple, Tirunattiyathankudi, Tiruvarur
Sri Rathnapureeswarar Temple is located in Tirunattiyathankudi village, in the district of Tiruvarur, in the state of Tamil Nadu in South India. The cheif deity of this temple is...
View ArticleRigveda Upakarma 2013 (Avani Avittam)
Rigveda Upakarma 2013 (Avani Avittam) is an auspicious for those who follow Rigveda. In 2013, Rigveda Upakarma date is – August 20. Rig Veda Upaakarma or Rig Veda Avani Avittam is followed by Rig Vedi...
View ArticleAdi Sankara’s contribution to Hinduism
Sri Jagadguru Adi Sankara’s contribution to Hinduism Even in days of yore, Hinduism was subjected to severe test on account of attacks by other religions. As a result people, either lured by twisted...
View ArticleWhy Worship in Temples is necessary?
Why Worship in Temples is necessary? Do we need to worship the Lord in temples? What is the main reason behind worshipping in temples? Here is an explanation on it… God permeates the entire universe,...
View ArticleVeera Lakshmi (Dhairya Lakshmi), Goddess of Courage
Veera Lakshmi (Dhairya Lakshmi) is one of the forms of Ashta Lakshmi. She is the Goddess of Courage and strength.She is also known as Dhairya Lakshmi. She is often depicted as having eight arms and is...
View ArticlePushpavaneswarar Temple, Melai Tirupoonduruthi, Thanjavur
Sri Pushpavaneswarar temple is located in the village named Melai Tirupoonduruthi, in the district of Thanjavur, in the state of Tamil Nadu in South India. The primary deity of this temple is...
View Article14 city & county halls in California opening with Hindu mantras
Meetings of 14 city councils and county board of supervisors in California (USA) are opening with ancient Hindu prayers during the next few months, mostly for the first time. Distinguished Hindu...
View ArticleFestivals at Naina Devi Temple, Himachal Pradesh
There is a number of festivals celebrated at Naina Devi Temple, Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh. Navratras, Mahashivaratri, Janmashtami, Diwali and Tara Jayanti are the very popular festivals celebrated...
View ArticleMerits & Beneficial results of Mantras
What are the merits or beneficial results of Mantras? Why we chant mantras and what advantages we get? There will be a Phalasruti (one / few slokas stating the merits of chanting the particular mantra)...
View ArticlePradosh Vrat, 18 August 2013
Today, 18 August 2013 is Pradosha Puja, Pradosham Shiva Pooja. As it falls on Sunday (Ravivara), it is also referred to as Bhanu or Ravi Pradosha Vrata. It falls on Trayodashi in Shukla Paksha in...
View ArticleKankalamurthi (Gangalamurti): Lord Shiva wearing Skulls, Bones
Gangalamurti (Kankalamurthi), is the form of Lord Shiva. As the Lord Shiva is known as the destroyer, his immense power to destroy the unrest and evil forces in the human race is highlighted in this...
View ArticleThree stages in Spiritual practice
What are the three stages in spiritual practice? Please explain us about the three stages in spiritual practice.. Yes, there are three stages in practice: The first level, Anva Upaya, which includes...
View ArticleSantoshi Mata Jayanti (Goddess Santhoshi Jayanthi)
Santoshi Mata Jayanti celebrates the birthday of Goddess Santoshi Maa. Santoshi Mata Jayanthi is celebrated on Shravan Purnima, also known as Rakhi Pournima. In 2013, Santoshi Maa Jayanti date is...
View ArticleNarali Purnima 2013 (Narial Pournami)
Narali Purnima (Narial Pournami) is regional festival of Maharashtra. Narali Purnima is observed on Shravan Purnima, the Full moon day in Sawan month. In 2013, Nariyal Poornima date is August 20/21....
View ArticleRaksha Bandhan Story: Reference of Rakhi Festival in Bhavishya Purana
The story of Raksha Bandhan mentioned in Bhavishya Purana which refers to a Sura-Asur Yudh (war between Gods and demons). King Brutra, the powerful demon king, was attacking the Gods army with a...
View ArticleRakhi Pournami Legend: Raksha Bandhan story of Goddess Laxmi and King Bali
Rakhi Pournami festival has various legends in Puranas and other sacred texts. Raksha Bandhan is also associated with the story of Goddess Laxmi and King Bali, who was a great devotee of Lord Sri Maha...
View Article19 August 2013, Shravan Somvar Shiva Puja
Today, 19 August 2013 is Shravan Somvar vrat in North India. Shravan Somvar Shiva Puja has begun on 29 July as per North Indian Hindi calendars. 19 August 2013 is also observed as Shravana Vratha and...
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