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Hasta Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Hasta Nakshatra?

Hasta Nakshatra is the thirteenth among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky color for people born in Hasta Nakshatra is green. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Hasta Nakshatra is housed in Kanya or Virgo Zodiac. Wearing green color or shades of green color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are brown and black.

Eight Important Tasks of Ganesha

Mudgala Purana, an ancient Holy text dedicated to Sri Ganesha, refers to eight important tasks of Ganesha. These eight important functions are explained through the eight important attributes of the Ganesh Murti. The eight important tasks are: Ekadanta – Single Tusked – Conqueror of Arrogance Dhumravarna – Smoke Colored – Conqueror of Pride Vakratunda – Curved Trunk – Conqueror of Jealousy Mahodara – Big Bellied – Conqueror of Infatuation Gajanan – Elephant Face – Conqueror of Greed. Lambodara – Corpulent Belly – Conqueror of Anger Viku – Deformed – Conqueror of Lust Vighnaraja – King of Obstacles – Conqueror of Selfishness. 

Uttaraphalguni Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Uttaraphalguni Nakshatra?

Uttaraphalguni Nakshatra is the twelfth among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky colors for people born in the first quarter of Uttaraphalguni Nakshatra are Red and Rose. For those born in the next three quarters the color is green. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Uttaraphalguni Nakshatra first quarter is housed in Simha Rashi or Leo Zodiac. The next three quarters are housed in Kanya or Virgo Zodiac. Wearing red or rose or green color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are silver and black.

Makar Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Makar Rashi Born People Wear?

Makar Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with six or 13 faces and seven or 14 five faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Makar Rashi or Capricorn Zodiac. Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. The deity associated with Six face is Kartik or Skanda or Muruga. The deity dedicated to 13 face is again Kartik. The deity associated with seven face is Kamdev. The deity dedicated to 14 face is Shiva. Those wearing six and 13 face will also have the blessings of Shukra. Similarly those wearing seven and fourteen face will also be blessed by Shani Bhagvan. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Makar Rashi People. It is believed that wearing the above said Rudrakshas by a Makar

Live Darshan from Maihar Temple in Satna – Online Live Darshan from Maa Sharda Temple in Maihar

Maihar Temple located in Satna District in Madhya Pradesh is dedicated to Maa Sharda or Goddess Maihar. This popular Shakti Shrine is offering live darshan. You can watch the online live darshan for free. Maa Sharda Devi Temple situated on the top of the Trikuta Hill around 5 km from Maihar. You can watch the live darshan here at website of Maihar Temple . 

Yagya Varaha Form of Vishnu

Yagya Varaha is a rare form of Bhagvan Srihari Vishnu and is worshipped in some temples in India . The image of Yagya Varaha can be found on the temple walls, pillars and among sculptures in gopurams. Information about this form of Vishnu is found in the Kashi Khanda of the Skanda Purana. It is believed that those who worship the Yagya Varaha form owill get the same benefits of performing yajnas. The murti of Varaha is with four arms and holds mace (Gada), conch (Shankh) and discus (Sudarshana Chakra). One hand is in protection posture. It is believed that there was a pond named Yagya Varaha Tirtha in Kashi but it is no longer to be found. There is a temple in Kashi that is dedicated to the murti. In sculpture making, the Varaha incarnation of Vishnu is named as Yagya Varaha when He is depicted completely in animal form.

Mangaladevi Temple at Thekkady in Kerala

Mangaladevi Temple at Thekkady in Kerala is a 15 km trek from Kumily through the forest. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Mangaladevi who is closely associated with Kannagi. The temple is located inside the Periyar Tiger Reserve on the Tamil Nadu – Kerala border. The temple remains closed for the entire year except for a single day – the full moon day in Chithirai month (April – May). Darshan and pujas are performed only on this day at the temple. The temple is in a dilapidated condition now. There is proper structure. The structure existing today is made of huge granite stones. The shrine is believed to have been built by Cheran Chenguttuvan, King of erstwhile Chera dynaty around 2,000 years ago. Legend has it that Kannagi, the heroine of famous Tamil poem Silappathikaram - the Epic of the Anklet, reached the area after burning the city of Madurai and disappeared. Mangaladevi Temple is around 7 km by road from Pazhiyankudi in Tamil Nadu.

Purvaphalguni Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Purvaphalguni Nakshatra?

Purvaphalguni Nakshatra is the eleventh among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky colors associated with Purvaphalguni Nakshatra are Red and Rose. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Purvaphalguni Nakshatra is housed in Simha Rashi or Leo Zodiac Wearing red or rose color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are silver and black.

Diya Burning for 29 Years in This Chhattisgarh Temple

Aradhya Danteshwari Temple located in Bastar District in Chhattisgarh is famous for a Diya which has been burning non-stop for 29 years. The diya was lit in 1985 and it continues to burn thanks to the efforts of local people. The temple is dedicated to Maa Danteshwari and is located in South Bastar . News18 Chhattisgarh reports  In 1985, as a mark of their devotion to the goddess 'Aradhya', four people including the priest of this temple, decided to light up a 'diya' in Maa Danteshwari temple and not let it's flame extinguish come what may, reported Punjab Kesari.  29 years have passed by, and the diya still glows. However, they have not been able to achieve this without the help of others. The Jagdalpur's revenue department officials and locals have also contributed money to get 'ghee' for keeping the 'diya' glowing. Seeing the 'diya' glowing for decades, the devotees feel its the blessing of the goddess that she is show

Ekapada Shiva – Single Leg Form of Shiva - Ekapada Trimurti

Ekapada Shiva is a unique murti form of Shiva with Bhagvan Vishnu and Brahma emerging from him. This form of Shiva with a single leg is closely associated with Tantric worship. This murti form of Shiva is found in South India, Orissa, Rajasthan and Nepal . There are three types of Ekapada Shiva murti – one is Ekapada Murti, Ekapada Trimurti and Ekapada Bhairava. Ekapada Shiva is a symbolic representation of the cosmic pillar form that Shiva took. This pillar is referred as Jyotirlinga or Lingodbhavamurti. It is believed to be column of fire that appears during the beginning of a cycle of creation. Mention of the murti is found in various Agama texts and also in the Linga Purana. The Linga Purana states that “the lord who has one foot, four arms, three eyes and a trident ... who is stationed after creating Vishnu from his left side and four-headed Brahma from his right side.” Ekapada Trimurti Amasumadhdagama and Uttara Karanagama give elaborate descriptions of

Magha Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Magha Nakshatra?

Magha Nakshatra is the tenth among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky colors associated with Magha Nakshatra are Red and Rose. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Magha Nakshatra is housed in Simha Rashi or Leo Zodiac Wearing red or rose color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are silver and black.

Largest Museum on Hanuman in the World

The largest Hanuman Museum in the world is located at Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh , India , and is a storehouse of information on Hanuman. The museum is set up by Sunil Gomber, an ardent devotee of Hanuman. Deccan Herald reports  Just enter the museum and you will find a complete world of Hanuman artefacts, portraits, murals, statues, relics, books and cassettes. In fact, this museum has been certified by the Limca Book of Records as the largest Hanuman Museum in the world. This is solely due to the efforts of Sunil Gomber, a prominent publisher of Lucknow, who has donated, since 2004, portions of his mansion at Indira Nagar at Lucknow for the museum.  The museum has more than 700 rare portraits, carefully collected by Gomber. The seven portfolios, prominently disp¬la¬yed on the walls, show Hanuman in different moods and varied emotions like “veer rasa” and “bhakti rasa.”  One of the portfolios even shows Lord Rama dressing up Hanuman. The murals throw up different as

Punarvasu Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Punarvasu Nakshatra?

Punarvasu Nakshatra is the seventh among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky color associated with Punarvasu Nakshatra first three quarters is green. The last quarter of Punarvasu has white and silver as lucky color. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Punarvasu Nakshatra first three quarter is housed in Mithuna Rashi or Gemini Zodiac. The last quarter is housed in Karka Rashi or Cancer Zodiac Wearing green color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in the first three quarter of this Nakshatra. The last quarter of the Nakshatra will get success by wearing white or silver shade dress. The colors to be completely avoided are deep blue and deep red color.

Magician and his magic – Story by Sri Ramakrishna

Magician and his magic is a popular story by Sri Ramakrishna. Shiva was seated in Kailas . His companion Nandi was near Him. Suddenly a terrific noise arose. ‘Revered Sir,’ asked Nandi, ‘what does that mean?’ Shiva said: ‘Ravana is born. That is its meaning.’ A few moments later another terrific noise was heard. 'Now what is this noise?’ Nandi asked. Shiva said with a smile, ‘Now Ravana is dead.’ Birth and death are like magic: you see the magic for a second and then it disappears. God alone is real and all else unreal. Water alone is real; its bubbles appear and disappear. They disappear into the very water from which they rise. Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa   The last statement reflects a philosophical perspective that emphasizes the transient nature of life and the ultimate reality of God or a higher power. Let's break it down: "Birth and death are like magic : you see the magic for a second and then it disappears." This analogy comp

Vrischika Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Vrischika Rashi Born People Wear?

Vrischika Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with two and five faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Vrischika Rashi or Libra Zodiac. Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. The deity associated with two face Rudraksha is Gauri and Shankar The deity associated with five face Rudraksh is Shiva. One wearing two face will have the blessing of Chandra as well. The devotee who wears five face will also have the blessing of Brishaspati Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Vrischika Rashi People. It is believed that wearing the above said Rudrakshas by a Vrischika Rashi person will remove all worries and problems. And it ushers in peace and prosperity.

Book – The Self – A Biological Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita

Book titled ‘The Self – A Biological Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita Upto, Volume 1, upto Dhyana Yoga (six chapters)’ is published by Integral Books. The book presents Enlightenment as a natural human biological possibility. A genuine attempt is made to see Gita as a super-biological text of human evolution. From the flyer The deepest studies of the phenomenon of Man and his destiny presented millenniums ago in the Bhagavad Gita assumes prime importance today when man stands at a bifurcation point of history, either to a headlong fall to total destruction or a glorious advance to a promising new civilization. Sri Krishna, our Eternal Companion, our Self, invites us to sit in the chariot beside Arjuna. We hear the tumultuous sounds of drums, conches, the war cry, and as the chariot moves on, we slowly realize that we are being conveyed to an entirely different world within us – a world of reassurance, inspiration and peace bequeathed by a profound knowledge about ourselve

Mother of Lakshman in Ramayana – Who is the Mother of Lakshmana in the Ramayan?

Lakshman is a manifestation of Adi Sesha, the 1000-headed snake on which Srihari Vishnu resides in the milky ocean. But who was the mother of Lakshmana in the Ramayana. Dasharatha had three wives Kousalya, Kaikeyi and Sumitra. Sumitra gave birth to twins – Lakshmana and Shatrughna. Therefore mother of Lakshman in the Ramayana is Sumitra. Sumitra was the daughter of King of Kashi. She was the third wife of Dasharatha.

Aslesha Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Ashlesha Nakshatra?

Aslesha Nakshatra is the ninth among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky colors associated with Aslesha Nakshatra are white and sliver. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Aslesha Nakshatra is housed in Karka Rashi or Cancer Zodiac Wearing white or silver color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are deep blue and ash color.

Matsya Purana in Hindi – Read Matsya Puran Online

Matsya Purana is one of the most important Puranas. Stories about various incarnations are part of the holy book. It contains valuable information on the observance of numerous vrats and pujas. It also details regarding the origin of various rituals. Now the Ved Puran website is offering the entire Matsya Puran in Hindi online. It is not in pdf format. So you can only read it online. Link –  Read Matsya Purana in Hindi online

Kanyakumari Temple Timings - Opening and Closing and Darshan Time at Kanyakumari Devi Temple

Kanyakumari Temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavati Amman – a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti. Kanyakumari Temple Timings in detail is given below. The opening and closing darshan time of the temple will be extended during festival and auspicious days. Kanyakumari Temple Timings Morning Darshan Time 4:30 AM to 12:15 PM Evening Darshan Time 4 PM to 8:15 PM There will be extended darshan during Car festival (May / June) and Navratri (September / October). The temple will be closed for a certain period when there is grahan or eclipse in South India .

Sound of Shankh – Why Conch or Shankh Is Blown In Hindu Homes during Pujas?

Shankadvani is the sound made using conch or shankh during pujas, rituals and other auspicious occasions in Hindu homes. But why is conch blown during pujas and other rituals. Presence of Shankh in home suggests prosperity. Every evening a family member must blow the conch while performing pujas and prayers. Conch is associated with Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. It is also considered a holy item and is present in a Hindu home and is worshipped like a deity. The sound of Shankh is used announce auspiciousness. It is also a welcome signal to the gods. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi visits the home from where the sound of the Shankh is heard. This is one reason why some communities equate Shankh to Goddess Lakshmi. Conch is blown during child birth, nuptial ceremonies, annaprashna and upanayana. The sound of Shankh is the sound of auspiciousness, hope and positive signal. Related Dakshinavarti Shankh or Conch – Right-Turned Conch Panchajanya Conch of Sri Krish

Tula Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Tula Rashi Born People Wear?

Tula Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with six and seven faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Tula Rashi or Libra Zodiac. Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. The deity associated with six face Rudraksha is Kartik or Muruga The deity associated with four face Rudraksh is Kamdev. One wearing six face will have the blessing of Surya. The devotee who wears seven face will also have the blessing of Shani. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Tula Rashi People. It is believed that wearing the above said Rudrakshas by a Tula Rashi person will remove all worries and problems. And it ushers in peace and prosperity.

Pushya Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Pushya Nakshatra?

Pushya Nakshatra is the eighth birth star among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky colors associated with Pushya Nakshatra are white and silver. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Pushya Nakshatra is housed in Karka Rashi or Cancer Zodiac Wearing white or silver color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are deep blue and ash color.

Vamana Avatar Temple at Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu - Ulagalanda Perumal temple Dedicated to Vishnu

Vamana Avatar is the fifth incarnation of Vishnu and temples dedicated to Vaman Avatar are very rare. One such rare Vamana Avatar temple is the Ulagalanda Perumal temple at Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu. The Vamana murti worshipped in the temple is 35 feet – with left leg lifted high and the right leg resting on the head of King Bali. Ulagalanda Perumal temple is one the 108 Divya Desham Temples. The main murti worshipped in the temple is made of sand and lime. Two fingers of the left hand and one finger of the right hand is in raised position – as if stating I have measured with two steps the sky and earth and where should I put my third step. (You can read story of Vamana Incarnation here ) The Utsava murtis (processional deities) of Vishnu along with his consorts Sridevi and Bhudevi are found in the main shrine. Apart from the Vamana murti, the temple is also home to three are other murtis of Vishnu. Each of these four murtis are counted as a separate Divya Desham.

Kanya Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Kanya Rashi Born People Wear?

Kanya Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with four and six faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Kanya Rashi or Leo Zodiac. Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. The deity associated with four face Rudraksh is Brahma. The deity associated with six face Rudraksha is Kartik or Muruga The devotee who wears four face will also have the blessing of Budha graha. One wearing six face will have the blessing of Surya Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Kanya Rashi People. It is believed that wearing the above said Rudrakshas by a Kanya Rashi person will remove all worries and problems. And it ushers in peace and prosperity.

Trikon Yatra – Visit to three Devi Temples in Vindhyachal Which Includes Vindhyavasini Temple

Trikon Yatra is undertaken to three Devi Temples in Vindhyachal. All the three temples are dedicated to various manifestations of Mother Goddess Shakti. The most important of the three temples are Vindhyavasini Temple . The other two temples are Mahakali Temple and Ashtabhuja Temple . Mahakali Temple is located about 2 km from Vindhyavasini Temple . The temple is also referred as Kali Khoh as it is located inside a small cave. Ashtabhuja Temple is about 3 km from Vindhyavasini. Visiting all the three shrines on a single day is considered highly meritorious.

Suchindram Temple Timings – Opening and Closing and Darshan Time at Suchindram Temple

Suchindram Temple , also known as Thanumalayan Temple , is a rare Hindu Temple in which the main murti is worshipped as Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Suchindram Temple timings in detail is given below. The opening and closing time of the temple is similar to other shrines in Kerala and south Tamil Nadu. The darshan time might vary during festivals and important rituals. Opening and closing time at Suchindram Temple: Morning Darshan Time at Suchindram 4:00 AM to 11:45 AM Evening Darshan Time 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM The temple will be closed for a certain period when there is grahan or eclipse in South India .

Vasudevi – About Goddess Vasudevi

Goddess Vasudevi is a manifestation of Goddess Shakti. She is closely associated with Goddess Bhavani manifestation of Shakti. Prayers and Vrat dedicated to Vasudevi are observed on the Ashada Shukla Paksha Tritiya or the third day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashad month. Vasudevi blesses a devotee with peace, prosperity and wealth. She is propitiated for attaining wealth by some communities. Exclusive temples dedicated to Goddess Vasudevi are very rare. She is worshipped along with other manifestations of Goddess Shakti like Bhavani, Indrani and Rambha.

Simha Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Simha Rashi Born People Wear?

Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. Simha Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with one, three or twelve faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Simha Rashi or Leo Zodiac. The deity associated with one face Rudraksh is Shiva The deity associated with three face Rudraksha is Agni. The deity associated with twelve face Rudraksh is Surya The devotee who wears one face will also have the blessing of Surya. One wearing three face will have the blessing of Mangal. Similarly one wearing twelve face Rudraksha will have the blessing of Surya. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Simha Rashi People. It is believed that wearing the above said Rudrakshas by a Simha Rashi person

Sangameswara Temple Surfaces from the Waters of Srisailam Dam

Sangameswara Temple remains underwater for the major part of the year except during summers. This ancient temple was devoured by the Srisailam Dam. It appears during summer when the water level declines to 834 feet. After the completion of the Dam in 1981, the Sangameswara Temple was completely submerged. But it reappeared in 2003. Since then the temple surfaces every summer when the water level goes below 834 feet. Special pujas are performed during the period in the temple. When Krishna River receives the first monsoon water, the temple once again goes underwater. Sangameswara temple is located about 60 km from Kurnool . It is believed that the temple is older than the Srisailam Temple (which is a Jyotirlinga temple). The Shivling worshipped in the temple is unique. Fossilized wooden Shivling is worshipped here. Bhavanasi River joins Krishna River at Sangameswara. When Srisailam Dam was built several temples were relocated. All the t

Saint Raidasa Teachings

In this age, it is more necessary to look inward and fight the sources of evil and weaknesses inside. All the traditional customs of life controlled by religion and spiritualism have become empty. Seeing the condition of society and the men living in it, the soul of Raidasa erupts into saying this. (Raidasa ki Vani verse 27). The removal of eternal illusion will take place only when there is familiarity with Supreme Truth. Dualistic apprehension is the product of illusion. This illusion can be removed only by blessing received from guru Bhakti. Saint Raidasa – 15th Century Saint .............................................. In this era, the imperative to introspect and confront the roots of evil and personal weaknesses has become increasingly vital. Traditional customs once governed by religion and spiritualism now appear hollow and devoid of genuine meaning. Observing the state of society and the individuals within it, the soul of Raidasa is stirred to express these

Nagercoil Nagaraja Temple Timings - Puja and Opening and Closing Time of Nagercoil Nagaraja Temple

Nagercoil Nagaraja Temple is a unique temple dedicated to nagas or snakes or serpents. The temple opening and closing time are similar to other temples in the region. As the temple is dedicated to nagas special rituals are performing during the day time. The detail temple timing is given below: The temple timing is extended during festivals and auspicious dates. It must be also noted that during Grahan (eclipse days) the temple might remain closed for a major part of the day. The morning darshan time is from 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM Evening Darshan time is from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM Special pujas are performed during Ayiliyam or Aslesha Nakshatra. The temple timing is extended during festivals and auspicious dates. It must be also noted that during Grahan (eclipse days) the temple might remain closed for a major part of the day.

Contact Details of Nagercoil Nagaraja Temple – Address and Phone Number of Nagercoil Nagaraja Temple

Nagaraja Temple is located at Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu and is a famous temple dedicated to Nagas or Snakes in the region. The contact details including address and phone number is given below. Believed to have been built during the 10th century AD, the temple follows both Vaishnava and Shaiva tradition. Contact Address Executive Officer Sri Nagarajaswami temple, Nagercoil – 629 001, Kanyakumari district Tamil Nadu Phone Number 04652- 232420, 9443992216 Nagaraja   Temple  is located in the heart of Nagercoil town and is a kilometre from the important bus station.

Ardra Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Ardra Nakshatra?

Ardra Nakshatra is the sixth among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky color associated with Ardra Nakshatra is green. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Ardra Nakshatra is housed in Mithuna Rashi or Gemini Zodiac. Wearing green color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are deep blue and ash color.

Samayapuram Temple Timing – Puja and Opening and Closing Time of Samayapuram Mariamman Temple

Samayapuram Mariamman Temple is dedicated to Goddess Mariamman. The opening and closing time of Samayapuram Mariamman Temple differs from other temples slightly. The detail temple timing is given below: Samayapuram Temple Timing is from: Morning hour darshan time: 5:00 AM. to 11:00 AM Evening hour darshan time: 4:00 PM. to 9:00 PM The various puja times are: Ushaad Kaalam - 6.00 AM Kaala Santhi -   8:00 AM Uchi Kaalam -   12:00 PM Saaya Ratchai - 6:00 PM Thanga Theru – 7:00 PM Saaya Ratchai 2nd puja – 8:00 PM Jaamam – 9:00 PM The temple timing is extended during festivals and auspicious dates. It must be also noted that during Grahan (eclipse days) the temple might remain closed for a major part of the day.

Teachings from Upadesa Saram

A collection of teachings from Upadesa Saram of Ramana Maharshi Actions done with an attitude of dedication to the Lord, without attachment to the result, purify the mind and are a means to attain liberation. The results of actions are impermanent and pass o ff . Yet, their seeds form an ocean of Karma which becomes a barrier in the progress of a seeker. The actions performed by the body — ritualistic puja, japa (chanting) and contemplation (inner meditation) — each is superior to the other in an ascending order. Singing the Lord’s praises is good but better than that is loud chanting of Japa, while superior to loud chanting is soft Japa. However, best of all is silent, mental Japa. Like an unbroken flow of oil or a stream of water; continuous meditation is better than that which is interrupted. ---- "Actions done with an attitude of dedication to the Lord, without attachment to the result, purify the mind and are a means to attain liberation." This s

Pushya Nakshatra in Malayalam

Pushya is the eighth birth star among 27 Nakshatram in Hindu Jyothisha or astrology. In Malayalam Jyothisham, Pushya occurs is Karka Rashi. Pushya Nakshatra is known as Pooyam in Malayalam. Pooyam  birth star is housed  in Karka Rashi (Cancer Zodiac) according to Hindu moon astrology calendar followed in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The term Pushya is used in North India . In Tamil Nadu, the Nakshatra is known as Poosam.

Chithirai Festival at Samayapuram Mariamman Temple – Chithirai Ther Festival at Samayapuram Temple

Chithirai Festival is the most important festival in the famous Samayapuram Mariamman Temple in Tamil Nadu. It is held from the last week of Panguni month to Chithirai month (April second week to third week). The most important festivals during the period are Chithirai Ther and Float festival. This important festival at Samayapuram Temple is celebrated for 13 days. On the first Tuesday in the Month of Chithirai, which is the 10th day of the festival, Goddess Mariamman is carried out and is kept on a decorated wooden car and pulled around the temple. The utsava murti of Goddess Mariamman is used for the purpose. This is called as Chithirai Ther festival. On the first Friday of the Chithirai month (the one after Chithirai Ther festival), Goddess is seated on a decorated float (Theppam) and pulled around the central Mandapam of Theppakulam (temple pond). This is called float festival and happens to be the 13 th day of the temple festival. During all the 13 days of the

Which Rudraksha Should Be Used for Vashikaran?

Rudraksha is believed to have formed from the tears of Hindu God Shiva. Vashikaran is attempting to control a person. There is no Rudraksha for Vashikaran. All such beliefs are superstitious and waste of money and energy. The concept of Vashikaran is totally negative. Rudraksh is positive energy. It cannot be used to control a person. In fact all such products that claim to help in Vashikaran are fake. A devotee should wear Rudraksh for positive purpose. What you are attempting to achieve through negative means can be attained positively. So stop wasting your money on Vashikaran Rudrakshas and put that energy in developing a mind for hard work and positive thoughts. Answer to a question asked by a reader regarding Vashikaran Rudraksh. Related Rudraksha Trees The Healing Power of Rudraksha How to choose the best Rudraksha bead? About Rudraksha Mukhis or Faces Benefits attributed to different Rudraksha faces

Mrigasira Nakshatra Colour – Which is the Lucky Color of Mrigasira Nakshatra?

Mrigasira Nakshatra is the fifth among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky color associated with Mrigasira Nakshatra first two quarter are white and Silver. The color associated with the last two quarter of Mrigasira is green. As per Hindu astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Mrigasira Nakshatra first two quarters are housed in Vrishabha Rasi or Taurus Zodiac. The last two quarters are housed in Mithuna Rasi or Gemini Zodiac. Wearing white or silver color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in the first two quarter of the Nakshatra. The last two quarter Nakshatra people can wear green or shades of green color. The colors to be completely avoided are yellow and deep red.

Karka Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Karka Rashi Born People Wear?

Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. Karka Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with two or three faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Karka Rashi or Cancer Zodiac. The deity associated with two face Rudraksh is Gauri and Shankar. The deity associated with three face Rudraksha is Agni. The devotee who wears two face will also have the blessing of Chandra or Moon god. One wearing three face will have the blessing of Mangal. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Karka Rashi People. Wearing three face Rudraksha will help in solving problems related to Mangal grah in horoscope. Those facing medical problems can wear two face Rudraksha.

Contact Details of Samayapuram Temple – Contact Details and Phone Number Samayapuram Mariamman Temple

Samayapuram Mariamman Temple contact details are given below with phone number. The temple is located at Samayapuram of Trichy or Tiruchirapalli District in Tamil Nadu.  Samayapuram Temple  is situated on the Trichy – Chennai. The temple is 15 km from Trichy. Nearest railway station is also Trichy. Contact Details of the  Temple : Joint Commissioner / Executive Officer, Arulmigu Maariamman Temple , Samayapuram – 621 112, Trichy District, Tamil Nadu , India Phone Number  Samayapuram   Temple : 0431 – 2670460, 04312670557 Email - symmariamman@gmail.com.

Two Scholars on a Mission to Encourage Women Learn Vedas

Mysore-based Samveda Mahamandala President K.R. Manjunatha Shrouthy and Upapradhan Acharya of Acharyakulam (Haridwar) Krishna Bhatt are on a mission to encourage women learn the Vedas. The two scholars are fighting the false belief that women cannot learn Vedas. The Hindu reports  Contrary to the popular belief that women are prohibited from learning the Vedas, here are two scholars who are on a mission to encourage women in mastering them. Speaking to The Hindu, Mysore-based Samveda Mahamandala President K.R. Manjunatha Shrouthy said not a single word was mentioned in the Vedas prohibiting woman from learning them. “It is a misconception that reciting mantras from Vedas would affect child-bearing. In fact, there are some mantras like those found in Tandya Brahmana which should be recited by only women,” he pointed out. Upapradhan Acharya of Acharyakulam (Haridwar) Krishna Bhatt taught the Rig Veda to his wife after their marriage.  “She did her Masters and M. Phil after m

Mother of Shatrughna in Ramayana – Who is the Mother of Shatrughna in the Ramayan?

Shatrughna is the youngest of the four brothers in the Ramayana. But who was the mother of Shatrughna in the Ramayan. Dasharatha had three wives Kousalya, Kaikeyi and Sumitra. Sumitra gave birth to twins – Lakshman and Shatrughna. Therefore mother of Shatrughna in the Ramayana is Sumitra. Sumitra was the daughter of King of Kashi. She was the third wife of Dasharatha.

Which is the Lucky Color of Rohini Nakshatra?

Rohini Nakshatra is the fourth among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky color associated with Rohini Nakshatra are white and Silver. As per astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra which is lucky for the birth star. Rohini Nakshatra is housed in Vrishabha Rasi or Taurus Zodiac. Wearing white or silver color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are yellow and deep red.

Mithuna Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Mithuna Rashi Born People Wear?

Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. Mithuna Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with four or six or thirteen faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Mithuna Rashi or Gemini Zodiac. The deity associated with four face Rudraksh is Brahma. The deity associated with six face Rudraksha is Kartik or Subrahmanya. The devotee who wears four face will also have the blessing of Budha Graha. One wearing six face will have the blessing of Birhaspati or Jupiter. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Mithuna Rashi People. Some scholars are also of the view that Vrishabha Rasi born people can wear thirteen face Rudraksha. The god associated with 13 face is Kartik and Brihaspati.

Hanuman ji Chalisa - Prayer Dedicated to Hindu God Hanumanji

Hanuman ji Chalisa is written by Goswami Tulsidas and is the most popular prayer (bhajans) dedicated to Hanuman ji. Here is the Chalisa Lyrics in Hindi Font. It is in pdf format and you can download the Chalisa Hindi in Script using pdf reader installed on your browser. It is believed that chanting the prayer will help in attaining strength to face both physical and mental challenges. The prayer is chanted before all auspicious events. It is considered highly meritorious to chant the prayer before going for tests, exams, interviews and job. Link –  Hanumanji  Chalisa Lyrics in Hindi font

Mangalnath Darshan Yatra in Vaishakh Month in Ujjain

Mangalnath Darshan Yatra is held on every Tuesday in the month of Vaishakh to the famous Mangalnath Temple in Ujjain . In 2024, Mangalnath Darshan Yatra is on April 30, May 7, May 14, and May 21. The temple is dedicated to Shiva. It is also a sacred place associated with Mangal or Mars one of the Navagrahas. The temple is located on the banks of Shipra River . It is mentioned in the Matsya Purana that Mangal first appeared at the spot where the present day temple is located. The temple is visited by those suffering from Mangal related problems in their horoscope. Vaishakh month in North India is from April 24, 2024 to May 23, 2024.

Vrishabha Rashi Rudraksha – Which Rudraksha Should Vrishabha Rashi Born People Wear?

Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. Vrishabha Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with six or seven faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Vrishabha Rashi or Taurus Zodiac. The deity associated with six face Rudraksha is Kartik or Subrahmanya. The deity associated with seven face Rudraksh is Kamdev The devotee who wears it will also have the blessing of Shukra Graha or Jupiter. One wearing seven face will have the blessing of Shani or Saturn. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Vrishabha Rashi People. Some scholars are also of the view that Vrishabha Rasi born people can wear thirteen or fourteen face Rudraksha.

Which Rudraksha is for Venus or Shukra?

Venus or Shukra is associated with luck and prosperity. Many people wear Rudraksha that is associated with this Navgraha in Hindu astrology. Rudraksha associated with Venus is the one with six face or the one with thirteen face. Both of which have the blessing of Shukra Navgraha. The six face Rudraksha is also blessed by Kartik or Muruga or Shanmugha. The six face Rudraksha will help in removing all the problems associated with life. It helps in creating a peaceful atmosphere. A devotee can attain peace and prosperity through worshiping it. The thirteen face Rudraksha also helps in attaining peace and prosperity. Along with wearing the holy bead one should also practice self control, good thoughts and devotion to personal deity.

Chandika Navami Vrat

Chandika Navami Vrat is observed on the ninth day during the waning phase of moon in Vaishakh month as per traditional Hindu calendar followed in North India . Chandika Navami Vrat 2024 date is May 2. Mother Goddess in the form of Chandika is worshiped on the day. People offer red fresh flowers to the Goddess. A fast is held from sunrise to next day sunrise. Feeding poor children or gifting dress to poor children on the day is considered highly meritorious.

Which is the Lucky Color of Krittika or Kartika Nakshatra?

Krittika Nakshatra is the third among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. The lucky color associated with Kartika or Krittika Nakshatra first quarter is Red and Orange . The colors associated with Krittika Nakshatra 2nd, 3rd and 4th quarter are white and Silver. As per astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra. Krittika Nakshatra first quarter is in Meda Rashi or Aries Zodiac. The next three quarters are in Vrishabha Rasi or Taurus Zodiac. Wearing Red or Orange color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in the first quarter of the Nakshatra. The next three quarter born people should wear white and silver color dress. The colors to be completely avoided are ash and cream.

Vakratunda Chaturthi in Mithilanchal

Vakratunda Chaturthi is observed on the fourth day during the waning phase of moon in Vaishakh month. In 2024, Vakratunda Chaturthi in Mithilanchal is on April 28. The day is dedicated to making prayers to Ganesha. Vakratunda is one among the numerous names of Ganesha. Mithilanchal is the region located in North Bihar in India and follows its own calendar and traditions. Vakratunda means ‘one with a twisted tusk.’ Ganesh took the form of Vakratunda to annihilate demon Matsaryasura A fast is observed from sunrise till the sighting of the moon on the day. Salt is avoided while fasting. Prayers are offered in the morning and evening.

Map during Mahabharata Period

There is no dearth to maps that represent the Mahabharata period. Unlike Ramayana maps, majority of the maps of the Mahabharata show a high degree of uniformity. Here is a link to a high resolution map of Mahabharata period published by the University of Chicago . The map contains all the important places during the Mahabharata period. There is also a separate map of all the important sacred places mentioned in the epic. There is another map with the opposing forces of the Kurukshetra War. You can view the high resolution Mahabharata map here.

How Many Jyotirling in India?

There are twelve Jyotirling temples in India . But there is controversy regarding location of two Jyotirlinga. Controversy or no controversy the answer to how many Jyotirling temple in India is always twelve. This is because there is a Stotra dedicated to the Jyotirling temples credited to Adi Shankara which names all the twelve temples. The twelve Jyotirling Temples are: Somnath   Temple  at Saurashtra in  Gujarat . Mallikarjun   Temple  in Srisailam, or Shrishailam, in Andhra Pradesh. Mahakal   Temple , or Mahakalaswar, in  Ujjain  Madhya Pradesh. Omkar   Temple , or Amishvar, at Omkareshwar on the banks of  Narmada   River  in Madhya Pradesh. Kedarnath Temple  or Kedareshwar in Uttarakhand. Bhimashankar Temple  at Dhakini in  Maharashtra . Kashi   Vishwanath   Temple , or Viswesh, at  Varanasi  in Uttar Pradesh. Trimbakeshwar   Temple  near  Nasik  on the banks of  Gautami   River  in  Maharashtra . Baidyanath Dham or  Vaidyanath   Temple  at Deoghar in Jhar

Story of Panchmukhi Hanuman – Why Did Hanuman Appear With Five Faces?

Story of Panchamukhi Hanuman is found in the episode in which Ahiravan and Mahiravana kidnaps Sri Ram and Lakshman and takes them to Patala to offer to their deity. Hanuman appears with five faces to extinguish five lamps. To kill Ahiravan and Mahiravana, Hanuman had to put out five lamps that were placed in five different directions. The life force of the two demons was kept in these lamps. Ahiravan and Mahiravana had got a boon by Goddess Bhavani that they can be killed only after extinguishing the five lamps together. In Panchmukhi Hanuman form – only one head is of Hanuman and the other heads are that of Hayagriva, Narasimha, Varaha and Garuda. Hanuman took this form and extinguished the five lamps kept in five directions. Thus he was able to kill the demons and rescue Sri Ram and Lakshman.

Which Rudraksha Should Mesha Rashi Born People Wear?

Each Rashi born people as per Hindu Astrology should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. Mesha Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with three or five faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Mesha Rashi or Aries Zodiac. The deity associated with Five Face Rudraksha is Shiva. The deity associated with three face is Agni The devotee who wears it will also have the blessing of Mangal Graha or Mars and Brihaspati Graha or Jupiter. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious for Mesha Rashi People.

Top 5 Tallest Hanuman Murtis (Idols or Statues) in the World

Devotees of Hanuman around the world have created some huge murtis of Hanuman. Here are the Top five tallest Hanuman murtis (Statues or Idols) in the world. Veera Abhaya Anjaneya Hanuman Swami at Paritala near Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh in India – 135 feet (41 m) Hanuman Murti at Jakhu Hills in Shimla Himachal Pradesh in India - 108 feet (33 meter) 108 Foot Shri Sankat Mochan Murti in Delhi Hanuman Murti at Nandura in Maharashtra in India – 105 feet (32 meter) Hanuman of Carapichaima in Trinidad and Tobago – 85 feet (26 meter) Hanuman of the Ram Tirath temple at Amritsar in Punjab in India – 80 feet (24.5 meter) Note - a new Hanuman murti is under construction at Madapam near Narasannapeta in Srikakulam District in Andhra Pradesh - when completed this will be the tallest Hanuman murti. The height of this murti is 176 feet. You may also like to read Top 5 Tallest Shiva Murtis (Idols or Statues) in the World 

Which is the Lucky Color of Bharani Nakshatra?

Bharani Nakshatra is the second among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. As per astrology a particular type of color is dedicated to a certain Nakshatra. The lucky color associated with Bharani Nakashra is Red and Orange . Bharani Nakshara is in Meda Rashi or Aries Zodiac. Wearing Red or Orange color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are ash and cream.

Which is the Lucky Colour of Ashwini Nakshatra?

Ashwini Nakshatra is the first among the 27 Nakshatras in Hindu Astrology. A particular colour is considered lucky for a particular Nakshatra. The lucky colour associated with Ashwini Nakashra is Red and Orange . Ashwini Nakshara is in Meda Rashi or Aries Zodiac. Wearing Red or Orange color dress for interviews and other competitions are lucky for those people born in this Nakshatra. The colors to be completely avoided are ash and cream.

Which Rudraksha Should Vrischika Rashi Born People Wear?

Each Rashi born people should wear a particular face Rudraksha for success, love, peace and prosperity. Vrishicka Rashi born people should wear Rudraksh with five or two faces. Wearing of which will bring in all round success to Vrishicka Rashi or Scorpio Zodiac. The deity associated with Five Face Rudraksha is Shiva. The deity associated with two face is Shiva and Parvati. The devotee who wears it will also have the blessing of Brihaspati Graha or Jupiter. Along with wearing of the Rudraksh one should practice self control, worship of personal deity and good thoughts. Performing food donation and distributing clothes after the wearing the Rurdraksh is highly meritorious. 

Flower Showering Festival or Poochoriyal at Samayapuram Temple

Poochoriyal means sprinkling or showering of flowers and is an important festival at the Samayapuram Mariamman Temple . The festival takes place on the last Sunday of the Tamil Month Maasi. During Poochoriyal lot of beautiful flowers of various kinds are showered on the main deity of Goddess Mariamman worshipped in the temple. The festival is unique and highly auspicious as no other abhishekam is performed on the main deity in the temple as it is made of sand clay. More than 100,000 devotees visit the temple during the period to have a darshan of the deity taking a shower of flowers. The festival is spread over four Sundays during the month of Maasi and Panguni. The festival begins on the last Sunday in Maasi month. This is the Sunday starting from the first week of March. During the festival, Mother Goddess Mariamman undertakes a fast for 28 days for the wellbeing of her devotees. During these 28 days cooked food will not be offered as naivediyam, to the deity.

Graphic Biography of Swathi Thirunal – Musician and King of Travancore – In Comic Book Format

Graphic Biography of Swathi Thirunal in comic book format is authored by Lakshmi Devnath, a Chennai-based Carnatic music researcher. The book is the sixth title in the series ‘Pictures of Melody.’ The book consists of 24 pages – the first 12 pages are on the lineage and Swati Tirunal’s achievements as the ruler. The next 12 pages are about his music. The New Indian Express reports “It was obviously no easy task compiling such an extraordinary legacy into 24 pages,” said the book’s author Lakshmi Devnath, a Chennai-based Carnatic music researcher. “The project took many months of research and my notes alone covered well over 300 pages.”  These notes - referenced from various sources including works of R P Raja, S Venkatasubramanya Iyer and P Shungoony Menon, old government records and journals of the Music Academy in Chennai - have now been compressed into roughly 140 picture panels that tell the tale of the “rare gem that adorned the throne of the erstwhile kingdom of T