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Who is the father of Sri Krishna?

Many people have confusion as to who is the father of Sri Krishna. This is because his real parents did not look after him during his childhood. Vasudeva is the father of Sri Krishna but Kamsa had imprisoned him. The night He was born, his father transported little Krishna to Braj. Nanda, or Nandagopar, is the foster father of Sri Krishna. He looked after the young Sri Krishna while his parents were in the prison of Kamsa. Related Story of Nanda, foster father of Sri Krishna

Manudevi – About Goddess Manu Devi

Goddess Manudevi is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti. She is the kuldevata, or family deity, of thousands of families in Jalgaon area in Maharashtra . Goddess Manu Devi is believed to have manifested first in the Satpuda Ranges in Maharashtra . Legend has it that when the power of the demons became uncontrollable, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva assembled in a cave and meditated. Mother Goddess Shakti then appeared as Goddess Manu Devi and decided to bring down the rule of the demons. She then took numerous forms and destroyed all the he demons including Mahishasura, the chief of the demons. A popular shrine and ancient shrine dedicated to Goddess Manu Devi is located at Adgaon near Jalgaon in  Maharashtra . Goddess Manu Devi is a fierce form of Mother Goddess Shakti but to her devotees she is the kind and caring mother. Childless couples find relief at her feet. She also bless children with good health.

Sant Sevadas Maharaj Yatra at Ashta near Nanded

Sant Sevadas Maharaj Yatra is undertaken annually in Ashwin month. It is the yatra associated with Sant Sevadas Maharaj at Ashta near Nanded in Maharashtra. Sant Sevadas Maharaj 2024 date is October 8. Sant Sevadas spread the teachings of truth, love, humanity and equality. The followers undertake the journey in memory of the Sant. Sant Sevadas Maharaj is held on on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar in Maharashtra.

Pampady Pampumkavu Temple near Thiruvilwamala Thrissur Kerala

Pampady Pampumkavu Temple is a popular shrine dedicated to Nagaraja in Kerala. Serpents are worshipped here from the time of Parashuram. The shrine is dedicated to Shiva and Nagas. This important center of snake worship in Kerala is located at Pampady near Thiruvilwamala in Thrissur District, Kerala. Pampadi means ‘dancing snakes’ and the origin of Sree Nagaraja of Pampumkavu is associated with Parashurama Avatar of Bhagavan Vishnu. There are no murtis in the shrine. Shiva and Nagas are worshipped here in the form of a termite mound. Story of Orgin of Pampady Pampumkavu Temple Legend has it that when Parashurama created Kerala from the sea, there were thousands of snakes roaming on the newly created land. People were scared to reside in the land. Parashurama prayed to Shiva for a solution. Shiva asked Parashurama to offer prayers to Vasuki who is the Nagaraja. He then performed intense austerities to please Vasuki. Finally, he appeared before Parashurama.

Hiranyakeshi Temple Amboli Yatra in Ashwin Month in Maharashtra

Amboli Yatra is undertaken annually in Ashwin month. It is the yatra to the Hiranyakeshi Temple at Amboli. The Jatra is organized during the Sharan Navaratri period. Amboli Yatra 2024 date is October 8. Hiranyakeshi Temple at Amboli is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Shiva. The shrine is located on the banks of a river which is also known as Hiranyakeshi River. Amboli Yatra is held on on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar in Maharashtra.

Shri Janardan Swami Jayanti Bet Kopargaon Ahmednagar

Shri Janardan Swami Jayanti is observed in Ashwin month. It is the birth anniversary of Shri Sant Janardan Swami Moungiri Maharaj. The day is of great significance at Bet Kopargaon in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. Shri Janardan Swami Jayanti 2024 date is October 8. Shri Janardan Swami spread the teachings of Sanatana Dharma. He strived for social equality through education and love. His Samadhi is located at Bet Kopargaon in Ahmednagar. The Sansthan associated with the Sant organize various programs on the day. Shri Janardan Swami Jayanti is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar in Maharashtra.

Unique Goddess Lakshmi Murti (idol) at Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple

Goddess Lakshmi Murti (idol) worshiped at the Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple is centuries old. The murti is carved in black stone and is embellished with gold. She wears numerous types of gold ornaments. The murti worshiped in the temple is maintained by the theological department. The murti is 3.5 feet in height. The murti was given a special coating – Vajralep in August 2015.  Before this, the special coating was done in 1955. The special coating is required as the ancient murti is getting damaged due to the Panchamrit abhishek performed daily. Due to this now, the abhishek ritual is performed only once a day. Some devotees thought that applying special coating on the murti was against the custom of the temple. They had filed a petition in the court. It was decided in favor of those supporting special coating. Thus it was performed after several years in August 2015. The shrine remains closed when the murti is taken out for special coating. Apart from this the ray

Hindi Mantra for Good Health of Pregnant Woman - Mantra in Hindi Language for Healthy Mother

Below is a prayer in Hindi language for good health of Pregnant Woman. Couples and family members for the health of the mother who is pregnant can chant it. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the mantra in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.

Kannada Mantra for Good Health of Pregnant Woman - Mantra in Kannada Language for Healthy Mother

Below is a prayer in Kannada language for good health of Pregnant Woman. Couples and family members for the health of the mother who is pregnant can chant it. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the mantra in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.

Telugu Mantra for Good Health of Pregnant Woman - Mantra in Telugu Language for Healthy Mother

Below is a prayer in Telugu language for good health of Pregnant Woman. Couples and family members for the health of the mother who is pregnant can chant it. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the mantra in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.

Tamil Mantra for Good Health of Pregnant Woman - Mantra in Tamil Language for Healthy Mother

Below is a prayer in Tamil language for good health of Pregnant Woman. Couples and family members for the health of the mother who is pregnant can chant it. The mantra should be chanted continuously for 40 days to be effective. The person can decide the number of times it is chanted. It is ideal to chant the mantra in the morning. During the chanting you mind should not wander around.