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Kedareshwar Mahadev at Ujjain – Kedareshwar Shiva Worshipped at Ujjain

Kedareshwar Mahadev is a form of Shiva worshiped in  Ujjain . He is one of the 84 Mahadev in  Ujjain . As per belief, Kedareshwar Mahadev is the lord of the mountains and hills. Information about this form of Shiva is found in the Skanda Purana. The popular belief is that those offering prayers here will get sin redemption. Kedareshwar Mahadev Temple  is located in front of  Sunherighat and is close to the banks of Shipra   River  in  Ujjain . The temple is part of the Parikrama of Shiva Temples in the holy city. The deity is a favorite form associated with those wishing to attain moksha. Kedareshwar Mahadev is the 67th form of Shiva worshiped in  Ujjain  and it is also the 67th Shiva temple visited during the parikarama of Mahadev temples in  Ujjain . Story of Kedareshwar Mahadev The story of Kedareshwar Mahadev is associated with the Kedarnath Temple in the Himalayas. Legend has it that once Devas suffered due to the intense cold in the Himalayas. They compl

Sadashiva - Comprehensive form of Shiva

Sadashiva is the most comprehensive form of Shiva ever imagined by the human mind. In this form Shiva has five faces. Four faces are in four directions. The fifth face is shown facing the sky and in some image it faces the southeast direction. The five faces are known as Ishana, Tatpurusha, Aghora, Vamadeva and Sadyojatha. Ishana faces south east or faces sky or zenith. It is the highest aspect and represents Shiva as Ishwara. Symbolically, it represents Shiva ruling over the sky. Spiritually, this aspect of Shiva grants liberation or Moksha. Tatpurusha faces the east. This form of Shiva controls the air. On the spiritual sphere this aspect of Shiva helps in removing ego, darkness and obscurity. Aghora faces the south and represents the destructive and regenerative aspect of Shiva which first absorbs all life and then renovates the universe by creating things afresh. Vamadeva faces north. Shiva is healer and represents water. In this form he is the preserver. Sady

Navratri at Karanjeshwari Devi Temple at Gowalkot near Chiplun

Navratri at Karanjeshwari Devi Temple, at Gowalkot near Chiplun in Ratnagiri District in Maharashtra, is observed in Ashwin month. It is one of the most popular Shakti temples in Ratnagiri District. The 2024 Navratri festival at Karanjeshwari Devi Temple is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. The 9-day annual Navratri festival attracts thousands of people to this popular Shakti Shrine in coastal Maharashtra. Karanjeshwari Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti and She is the family deity or Kuldaivat of numerous Konkanastha Brahmins. Rituals associated with Mother Goddess worship are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Navratri at Karanjeshwari Devi Temple is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Navratri at Durga Devi Temple at Guhagar - Durga Devi Mandir Navratri Festival at Guhagar

Navratri at Durga Devi Temple, at Guhagar in Ratnagiri District in Maharashtra, is observed in Ashwin month. It is one of the most popular Shakti temples in Ratnagiri District. The 2024 Navratri festival at Guhagar Durga Devi Temple is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. The 9-day annual Navratri festival attracts thousands of people to this popular Shakti Shrine in coastal Maharashtra. The temple is around 44 km from Chiplun. Guhagar Durga Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is the family deity or Kuldaivat of Chitpavan families Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Navratri at Guhagar Durga Devi Mandir is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha pratipada tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Nana Maharaj Sakhare Punyatithi at Pune

Nana Maharaj Sakhare is observed in Bhadrapad month. It is the death anniversary of Nana Maharaj Sakhare. He was a great scholar who did extensive study on Dnyaneshwari and saints of Maharashtra. Nana Maharaj Sakhare Punyatithi 2024 date is September 27. Dnyaneshwari dictated by Nana Maharaj Sakhare and taken down by K.M. Bhide is considered to be one of the authentic versions. He is remembered on the day of the great work he did in upholding the Bhakti tradition in Maharashtra. Nana Maharaj Sakhare Punyatithi is annually held on Bhadrapada Krishna Paksha Dasami Tithi or the tenth day during the waning phase of moon in Bhadrapad month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Ambabai Sangeet Mahotsav at Miraj During Navratri – Ambabai Navratri Musical Festival

Ambabai Sangeet Mahotsav at Miraj During Navratri is associated with the famous Ambabai Temple located here. It is observed in Ashwin month. The nine-day musical festival attracts thousands of people. Ambabai Sangeet Mahotsav 2024 date is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. Ambabai Temple in Miraj attracts hundreds of devotees from nearby towns and villages. Various folk artists, musicians, singers and other artists perform during the nine day festival. Ambabai Sangeet Mahotsav at Miraj is observed from Ashwin Shukla Paksha pratipada tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Navratri at Ambika Mata Mandir at Shirwal in Satara - Ambika Mata Temple at Shirwal

Navratri at Ambika Mata Mandir at Shirwal near Khandala in Satara District is observed in Ashwin month. It is one of the most popular Shakti temples in Satara District. The 2024 Navratri festival at Shirwal Ambika Mata Temple is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. The 9-day annual Navratri festival attracts thousands of people to this popular Shakti Shrine in eastern Maharashtra. Goddess Ambika is one of the popular names of Goddess Durga and the name is widely used in western parts of India. Rural rituals associated with Goddess Shakti and Durga are performed during the nine-day period at the temple. Ashtami and Navami during Navratri are the most important dates here. Navratri at Ambika Mata Mandir is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha pratipada tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Sayaji Maharaj Navratri Utsav at Rohana in Buldhana

Sayaji Maharaj Navratri Utsav is observed in Ashwin month. It is the nine-day festival dedicated to Saint Sayaji Maharaj. Hundreds of people participate in this nine-day event at Rohana in Buldhana. Sayaji Maharaj Navratri Utsav in 2024 is from October 3 to October 12, 2024. Sayaji Maharaj was a popular saint who spread the teachings of Dharma among his followers. The main programs during the festival are conducted by Sayaji Maharaj Sansthan. Sayaji Maharaj Navratri Utsav is annually held from Ashwin Shukla Paksha pratipada tithi to Navami tithi or the first to ninth day of waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Sant Muktabai Jayanti at Muktainagar in Maharashtra – Muktai Birth Anniversary

Sant Muktabai Jayanti is annually observed in Ashwin month. It is the birth anniversary of Muktai or Muktabai - younger sister of Sant Dnyaneshwar. The day is of great importance at Muktainagar and for Warkaris in general in Maharashtra. Sant Muktabai Jayanti 2024 date is October 3. The main pujas and other rituals are observed at the Muktai Temple located at Muktainagar. Prayer meetings and satsangs are held in many place in Maharashtra on the day. Sant Muktabai Jayanti is observed on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada Tithi or the first day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Brahmanand Swami Punyatithi at Kagwad in Belgaum

Brahmanand Swami Punyatithi is observed in Bhadrapad month. It is the death anniversary of Brahmanand Swami Maharaj a great saint spread the teachings of dharma, self realization, and truth. The day is of great importance at Kagwad in Belgaum. Brahmanand Swami Punyatithi 2024 date is October 2. Various spiritual programs are conducted in memory of the Swamiji on the day. His followers offer prayers at his Samadhi. Brahmanand Swami Punyatithi is observed on Bhadrapada Amavasya Tithi or the no moon day in Bhadrapad month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Karnataka.

Murga Mahadev Mandir at Noamundi near Chaibasa in Jharkhand – Murga Mahadev Temple

Murga Mahadev Mandir is a famous temple dedicated to Hindu God Shiva at Noamundi near Chaibasa in Jharkhand. The temple is around 50 km south west of Chaibasa near the Orissa border. Murga Mahadev Temple is famous for waterfall of three streams from a height of 80 feet from Thakurani Hill. The Shivling is worshipped in an oblong shape temple premise which is located near the waterfalls. Legend has it that Shiva had appeared in the dream of a person who was sleeping here. He asked the person to dig up the area. The Shivling was found during this digging. The name of the temple is a distorted version of murg (deer). The area of the temple was full of deer in ancient times. Apart from the Shivling, the temple also has murtis of Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Parvati, Ganesha, Hanuman, Kartik and sandals of a Naga Baba. Prayers are offered here to Ma Parvati for fulfillment of wishes. There is also a shrine dedicated to Ma Gramdevi in the corner of the waterfall

Kannada Mantra to Remove Sins – Sin Redemption – Mantra in Kannada Language To Remove Past Sins

Below is a prayer in Kannada language to remove past sins. It can be chanted for redemption and to remove sins. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The number of times it is chanted can be decided by the person. It is ideal to chant the mantra in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.

Tamil Mantra to Remove Sins – Sin Redemption – Mantra in Tamil Language To Remove Past Sins

Below is a prayer in Tamil language to remove past sins. It can be chanted for redemption and to remove sins. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The number of times it is chanted can be decided by the person. It is ideal to chant the mantra in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.