Prabodhini Ekadashi Vrat Katha, Story
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Rathotsav is a popular temple festival at Nataraja Mandir in Satara, Maharashtra. Uttara Chidambaram Nataraja Mandir is a Shiva Temple managed by Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham of Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu....
View ArticleSankashti November 2013, Ganesha Sankashtahara Chaturthi November 2013 date
Sankashti November 2013, Sankashti Chaturthi November 2013 date, when is Sankashti Chaturthi in November 2013? Sankashti Chaturthi, Ganesha Sankashtahara Chaturthi or Sankat Vinayak Chavithi, is an...
View ArticleEkadashi Foods – Tomatoes, Vegetables, Sesame Seeds, Oils, Dal?
Ekadashi Foods – Tomatoes, Vegetables, Sesame Seeds, Oils, Dal? According to the Hindu religious scholars and pundits, there are certain ingredients that are largely categorized as belonging to the...
View ArticleFlours, Pseudo grains that may be used on Ekadashi
The list of flours and Pseudo grains that may be used on Ekadashi is provided here.. On the days of Ekadashi, according to the Hindu religious scholars and pundits, only certain flours and pseudo...
View ArticleIngredients to avoid on Ekadashi Vrat
Ingredients to avoid on Ekadashi Vrat – what are the various ingredients to avoid on Ekadashi Vrat? The devotees who observe Vrat on Ekadashi days are largely suggested to avoid products such as...
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Ekadashi Foods – Food items to consume on Ekadashi Vrata.. what are the various food items to eat on Ekadashi vrata? Clean ingredients means those item that are only used on Ekadashi days and not on...
View ArticleMasala Food on Ekadashi – consume or avoid?
Masala Food on Ekadashi – consume or avoid? It is highly recommended not to purchase any kind of masala powder from shops as these powdered have sufficient quantity of grains in it. It is greatly...
View ArticleSignificance of Ekadashi Vrat (Ekadashi Vratha Mahatmya)
It is highly advised to consult your doctor before wholeheartedly deciding on fasting in case you have any health related problems or issues. Those who are taking medicine are recommended not to...
View ArticleLaksha Bilvarchana in Kapileshwara Swamy Temple, Tirupati
Laksha Bilvarchana in Kapileshwara Swamy Temple, Tirupati is one of the popular rituals held in the one and only Shiva Temple in the temple town of Tirupati. Laksha Bilvarchana is performed in Karthika...
View ArticleNagalapuram Veda Narayanaswami Temple, Matsya Avatara Temple in Andhra Pradesh
Nagalapuram Sri Veda Narayanaswami temple is a temple dedicated to the fish incarnation or Matsya avatar of Lord Vishnu. Nagalapuram temple is located approximately at a distance of 70 km to Tirupati...
View ArticlePavitrotsavam at Nagalapuram Vedanarayana Swamy Temple
Pavitrotsavam at Nagalapuram Vedanarayana Swamy Temple is celebrated in Karthika Masam as per Telugu calendar. In 2013, Pavitrotsavam dates in Nagalapuram temple are – November 29 and November 30. In...
View ArticleSaubhagya Sundari Vrat (Saubhagya Sundari Tritiya)
Saubhagya Sundari Vrat (Saubhagya Sundari Tritiya or Teej) is one of the famous festivals observed by married women. In 2013, Saubhagya Sundari Vrat date is November 20. This vrata falls in...
View ArticleKarthika Mangalavaram Vratham (Tuesdays in Kartik Month)
Karthika Mangalavaram Vratham (Tuesdays in Kartik Month) is an auspicious vrata dedicated to Lord Subramanya Swamy (Murugan). In 2013, Karthika Mangalavara Vratham dates are – November 5, November 12,...
View ArticleNeelakandeswarar Temple, Irugur, Ondiputhur, Coimbatore
Sri Neelakandeswarar temple is positioned in the remote village cited as Irugur, near Ondiputhur, in the district of Coimbatore, in the state of Tamil Nadu in South India. The main deity of this temple...
View ArticleChennai, Thiruvananthapuram, Mangalore Special Trains in Sabarimala route for...
Southern Railway has announced special trains to Sabarimala for 2013-2014 season from Chennai and Mangalore. The Sabarimala special trains will run from November 25. Advance reservations will start on...
View ArticleManabasa Gurubar, Margasira Gurubar Lakshmi Puja
Manabasa Gurubar Lakshmi vrata is observed during gurubar or Thursdays in the month of Margasira. In 2013, Manabasa Gurubar vrat dates are – November 21, November 28, December 5 and December 12. It is...
View ArticleManabasa Gurubar 2013, Margasir Lakshmi Puja or Lakshmi Vrat in Margasir Month
Manabasa Gurubar Lakshmi Puja or Margasir Lakshmi Vrat is observed on gurubar or Thursdays in Margasir (Margashirsha month). In 2013, Manabasa Gurubar dates are – November 21, November 28, December 5...
View ArticleDatta Jayanti 2013, Dattatreya Jayanti
Datta Jayanti (Dattatreya Jayanti) is the first appearance day of Lord Dattatreya, the avatara of Trimurthi (Brahma, Vishnu & Maheshwara). In 2013, Datta Jayanti date is 16/17 December. Datta...
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Here is a 7-poniter list which everyone has to remember. Never think or speak negatively about yourself. Meditate on your God-given strengths and learn to encourage yourself, for much of the time...
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