Overcoming Extreme Weakness in Hinduism: Solutions and Practical Approaches In Hinduism, physical, mental, and spiritual weakness are often seen as interconnected, and overcoming such weakness is approached holistically. The wisdom of the Vedas, Upanishads, and Puranas offers spiritual remedies, practical rituals, and lifestyle changes to regain strength. Here, we explore various practical solutions rooted in Hinduism, along with specific deities, mantras, and stories that provide inspiration and guidance. 1. Practical Day-to-Day Solutions Ayurveda and Diet: Ayurveda , the ancient Indian system of healing, plays a crucial role in addressing weakness. Emphasizing balanced nutrition is essential for regaining physical and mental strength. Include foods like: Ghee (clarified butter) for strengthening. Milk and almonds for energy. Fresh fruits , such as bananas and dates, for quick energy boosts. Warm, spiced meals (ginger, turmeric) to aid digestion and stimulate metabolism. Goddess An...

Overcoming Exertion: Hinduism’s Solutions and Practical Approaches In Hinduism, exertion—both physical and mental—can be overcome through a combination of spiritual practice, disciplined living, devotion to specific deities, and the recitation of mantras. Hindu scriptures, stories, and divine energies offer several pathways to rejuvenation and strength. Below is an exploration of these methods, focusing on mantras, practical approaches, relevant quotes, and ideal gods or goddesses for overcoming exertion. 1. Practical Day-to-Day Solutions for Overcoming Exertion Yoga and Pranayama : Ancient practices like yoga (asanas) and pranayama (breath control) are potent ways to balance energy, reduce fatigue, and calm the mind. Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) is an excellent practice for physical exertion, providing energy while also enhancing mental clarity. Bhramari Pranayama helps calm mental stress and tension, promoting relaxation. Ayurvedic Lifestyle : Ayurveda recommends a balanced life...

Goddess Ekanamsha is believed to a manifestation of Goddess Durga. Today she is more popularly associated with Bhagvan Sri Krishna and his elder brother Balarama. Thus Ekanamsha is Subhadra, sister of Sri Krishna. Ekanamsha is usually depicted as standing between Balarama and Sri Krishna. She holds either a lotus or a mirror. As per Brihat Samhita, the Goddess can be depicted with two, four or eight arms. In some scriptures she is closely identified with Goddess Katyayani. The worship of Ekanamsha is more popular in eastern parts of India and is associated with Jagannath cult.

Bhagavad Gita text in Spanish language in pdf for free is provided by Shri Swami Adgadanandji of Yatharthgeeta website. Each chapter of Bhagavad Gita is presented in a separate pdf file. You can download all the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gita in Spanish as a single book. You can download the  Bhagavad Gita in Spanish in pdf format here . Influence Of Bhagavad Gita In Spain The Bhagavad Gita, a 700-verse Hindu scripture that is part of the Indian epic Mahabharata, has had a notable influence in Spain, particularly in the realms of philosophy, literature, and spiritual practice. Here are some key points highlighting its impact: 1. Philosophical Influence Interest in Vedanta: Spanish intellectuals and philosophers have shown an interest in Vedanta, one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy, deeply rooted in the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. The work of renowned Spanish philosophers like José Ortega y Gasset reflects a curiosity about Eastern philosophies...

The multiplication methods used in Vedic Maths helps in making the whole process easy and simple. By looking at the numbers one can multiply the numbers in our mind with Vedic Maths methods.  The New Indian Express Reports   Today we look at a method to find the product of two-digit numbers with the same first digit and the sum of the second digits is 10. Number pairs like 11 and 19, 12 and 18, 23 and 27 are examples of numbers which have the same tens digit and whose units digits add up to 10.   Let us break down this method into the following steps.   Multiply the tens digit (same for both) by the next consecutive number. That will be the first part of our answer.   Multiply the units digits of the two numbers. That will be the second part of the answer.   We have to remember that it is similar to the Nikhilam method, which has a base number and where the number of digits in the answer is decided by the number of zeros in the base.   For two-digi...

Excessive sleep, known as "Tamasic Sleep" in Hinduism, can be considered a result of excess tamas guna (the quality of inertia and dullness). Overcoming it is essential for leading a balanced, productive, and spiritually fulfilling life. Hindu scriptures, stories, mantras, and practical approaches offer numerous ways to manage and reduce the tendency to oversleep, by harnessing the qualities of energy (rajas) and purity (sattva). 1. Understanding Excessive Sleep in Hindu Philosophy In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna speaks about the importance of balance. Too much sleep is seen as an obstacle on the spiritual path, while balance between rest and wakefulness is essential for maintaining a healthy body and mind. Bhagavad Gita 6.16-17 : "There is no possibility of one's becoming a yogi, O Arjuna, if one eats too much or eats too little, sleeps too much, or does not sleep enough. He who is temperate in his habits of eating, sleeping, working, and recreation can mitigate ...

Bodgeshwar Temple festival is observed in Paush month and is locally referred as Jatra. The temple located at Mapusa in Goa is dedicated to Kanakeshwar Baba or Bodgeshwar. Bodgeshwar Jatra 2026 date is January 2. The deity worshipped in the temple is also known as Bongini. The annual jatra attracts scores of devotees to this small temple. The popular belief is that the deity is a wish fulfilling deity and prayers never go unanswered. Special lighting arrangements are made during the annual temple festival. Bodgeshwar Jatra is observed on Paush Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi or the fourteenth day during the waxing phase of moon as per Hindu lunar calendar followed in Goa .

Yamai Devi Yatra is annually observed in Paush month at Aundh near Satara in Maharashtra . Yamai Devi Yatra 2026 date is January 3. The goddess is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Durga – she is also known as Mahishasur Mardini Yamai. ‘Ye Mai’ in marathi means come mother. The annual Yatra to the Yamai Devi Temple attracts thousands of devotees. In the festival a palanquin atop a vehicle carries the murti of the goddess. People throw sindoor powder and follow the procession. Yamai Devi Yatra is annually observed on Paush Purnima or full moon day in Paush month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra .

Goddess Gadhimai is a local deity worshipped in the Bara District of Nepal and is a fierce manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti. There are thousands of manifestations of Goddess Shakti but what makes Goddess Gadhi Mai popular is the animal sacrifice performed to appease her once in five years. It is believed that slaughtering of animals relieve the anger of the goddess. People believe that the all powerful Goddess can be pleased only through animal sacrifice. She is believed to bless devotees with prosperity. She is also worshipped to defeat enemies. People slaughter animals after desire or wish is fulfilled – like birth of a child, relief from disease etc. Gadhimai Mela or fair, notorious for the sacrifice of large number of animals, is held once in five years in the Bara District of Nepal and is mainly attended by people from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand in India. Nearly 400,000 animals are sacrificed during the period. Goddess Gadhimai speaks through a high pr...

A murti of Nandi, the divine bull of Shiva, carved from soap stone is enough to make the journey to Turuvekere near Tumkur in Karnataka worthy. The town also has the rare temple in which Shiva and Ganga are worshipped together. Turuvekere is located around 128 km from Bangalore and houses the famous Gangadhareshwara Temple . Gangadhareshwara Temple is dedicated to Shiva and is built in Dravidian style of architecture and is known for its exquisite carvings. The Shivling worshipped in the temple is referred as Gangadhareswara – it has matted locks of Shiva with Ganga . Sun, mood and the 27 birth stars (Nakshatras) also adorn the Shivling. The utsava murti of Shiva (the murti taken out for procession and rituals) has an eye on the foot. Another highlight of the temple is the huge Nandi murti. The temple complex also houses a shrine of Goddess Bhavani. The temple also has a rare sculpture of Bedara Kannapa. Huge bell made using soap stone is another attraction. ...

Shantadurga Chamundeshwari Kudtari Mahamaya Temple is located at Ghudo in Avedem at Quepem in Goa . The annual Jatra or temple festival is observed in Paush month. Shantadurga Kudtari Mahamaya Jatra 2026 date is from January 1 to January 3. This is the most important annual festival in the temple and is known as Jatra Utsav. Hundreds of people arrive in the temple during the three days to witness the festivities. Shantadurga Chamundeshwari Kudtari Mahamaya Jatra is annually held from Paush Shukla Paksha Trayodashi to Purnima as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Goa .

A collection of quotes of Sant Kabir Das  Everyone turns their mind to God in adversity, but not in prosperity. If one were to turn to God in prosperity, there would be no room for adversity. Some are in suffering because of their body, some because of the mind, some are plagued by wealth. Kabir says all are aggrieved. Only the servants of the Lord are happy. As fish cannot live out of water; as the thirst of the chatrak can be quenched only by the rain; with a like intensity, the saints yearn for the Lord; only the sight of Him can slake their thirst for Him! We are like grains of wheat caught between the grinding stones of life. The grains that cling to the central axile of the grinding stones are uncrushed, while those that move away from the center are crushed into powder. One enemy or the other always treads upon our heel; Lust may be driven out, but anger lingers; and greed will stay when anger goes; and then, when greed is gone, vain glory, vanity and th...

Nabanka Bedha is observed a day before Makar Sankranti at the Puri Jagannath Temple in Odisha. It is associated with the return of Goddess Lakshmi after her visit to the palace of Varuna Dev – Hindu sea god. Nabanka Besha 2025 date is January 13. As per the belief in Jagannath Temple, Goddess Lakshmi is the daughter of Varuna Dev as she appeared during the Samudra Manthan or churning of ocean. She returns back to Shri Mandir from her father’s house newly harvested grains, rice, fruits, vegetables, spices, molasses, clothes, ornaments and numerous other items. These are her annual claims from her father’s house. She reaches the Puri Jagannath Temple and goes around the temple nine times displaying the presents that she got from her father. This going around the temple is referred as Nabanka Bedha ritual.

Bharani Deepam marks the beginning of the main Karthigai Deepam festival day at the world famous Tiruvannamalai Shiva Temple – Sri Arunachaleswarar Temple – in Tamil Nadu. Bharani Deepam 2025 date is December 3. It will be lit in the morning 4:00 AM on December 3. Lighting of this Deepam or lamp is an important ceremony at the Tiruvannamalai temple on the Bharani Nakshatra day in Kartika Masam. The flame for lighting the Tiruvannamalai Maha Deepam atop the Arunachala Mountain is carried from the Bharani Deepam. The lighting of the Bharani Deepam by the chief priest in the  Tiruvannamalai   Temple marks the beginning of the main Maha deepam festival. A flame lit from five different lamps symbolizing earth, air, fire, water and ether is the Bharani Deepam. The Bharani Deepam is carried from the  Tiruvannamalai   Temple  to the top of  Arunachala   Mountain  by a group of fishermen.

Yellapur Jatra is annually held at Yellapur Gram Devi Temple in Magh month. The festival attracts thousands of devotees. Yellapur Jatra 2026 date is from February 10 to February 17. The festival and fair is annually held at Yellapur in in Uttara Kannada in Karnataka. In the Yellapur Gramdevi jatra, a vibrant and deeply significant festival celebrated in Yellapur, a town in the Indian state of Karnataka, the murti (sacred idol) of the Devi (Goddess) is ceremoniously taken around the streets in a grand procession. This annual event holds immense religious and cultural significance for the local community and draws thousands of devotees from far and wide who eagerly gather to participate in the festivities and catch a glimpse of the revered Mother Goddess. The jatra typically begins with elaborate rituals and prayers conducted by the temple priests to invoke the blessings of the Goddess. The murti of the Devi, beautifully adorned with flowers, jewels, and traditional attire, is th...

There is a fire place in front of the eighteen steps at Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple and devotees throw coconut into it. This place is known as Aazhi. Ayyappa devotees pour the ghee from the ghee-filled coconut near the Srikovil or sanctum sanctorum of the Ayyappa Temple . The coconut devoid of ghee is thrown into the Aazhi. The symbolic belief is that the ghee-filled coconut that is brought in the irrumudi is the jeev athma. When the ghee is offered at the shrine, the jeevathma merges with Ayyappa. The coconut devoid of ghee is considered as dead body or Jada and this is then burned in the Aazhi. The pieces of Neyythenga should only be thrown into the huge fire bowl or Aazhi in front of the temple after completing the darshan.

Once, Lord Vishnu took the form of a Brahmin, and allowed himself to be brought to Janaka’s court as someone who had committed a heinous offence. The appropriate sentence for the offence was exile from the kingdom, and the king pronounced the judgment of exile on the Brahmin. The Brahmin bowed his head in acceptance of the sentence, and asked the king, “Will you kindly let me know, Your Majesty, how far your kingdom extends?” Janaka was taken aback. A wise man, he realized that the kingdom which had been ruled by his forefathers, did not really belong to him. Even his body was not his, for it was but an instrument of God! On the other hand, from the point of view of the soul, the vast universe was his! When this realization dawned on him, the king said, “O Brahmin! Endless is the kingdom of my soul! Live happily, anywhere you choose!” Janaka was truly wise. He realized the immortality, the limitlessness of the true self. Source – The Seven Commandments of the Bha...

Baraha Dwadashi is observed in Magh Month. The day is of great significance to Vaishnava devotees. Varaha Dwadashi 2026 date is January 30. The day is of importance at Puri Jagannath temple. This ritual is dedicated to the Baraha or Varaha incarnation of Bhagavan Vishnu. In Hindu religion, Baraha, also spelled as Varaha, is indeed regarded as the boar incarnation of the god Vishnu. The story of Baraha's appearance is recounted in various Hindu scriptures, including the Puranas. According to the story, the demon Hiranyaksha had abducted the Earth and submerged her into the cosmic ocean. This act threatened the balance of the universe and caused chaos. In response, Lord Vishnu assumed the form of a massive boar, Baraha, to rescue Mother Earth and restore order. Baraha dived into the depths of the ocean, where he battled Hiranyaksha for thousands of years. Eventually, Baraha emerged victorious, lifting the Earth out of the waters using his tusks. With great strength and deter...

Maharloka is one of the worlds mentioned in the Hindu scriptures. As per Vayu Purana, the rulers of the Kalpa live in the world. The rulers of the Kalpa are known as Kalpadikaris. A Kalpa is a period of cosmic time – it is around 4,320 million years of human beings. A Kalpa is one day of Brahma. Some scholars are of the view that Kalpadikaris are great saints, who at the end of a Kalpa move to the Maharloka. Ganadevas and Yamas are also residents of the Maharloka. At the end of a Kalpa the three worlds are destroyed – the three worlds are Bhur, Bhuvar and Svar. But Maharloka is not destroyed but the residents of Maharloka move to the next loka above it known as Janarloka.

The Atman (the Real) is deathless. It cannot be destroyed. Death is an experience, not of the Atman, but of the body. The body is subject to change, disease, old age, and death. It has to be cast off like a worn out garment, so that the Atman may assume other embodiments. For death is certain for the born, as is birth for the dead. Thus grieving over death is futile. The enlightened aspirant must realize that his right is to work, and work alone. The fruits, the results of the work, should never be his concern. He whose mind is free from anxiety amid pains, indifferent amid pleasures, loosed from passion, fear and rage, he is called a seer illumined. Chapter 2 of the Bhagavad Gita Some explanation to above quotes The notion that the enlightened aspirant's primary focus should be on their work, rather than the outcomes or fruits of that work, is deeply rooted in various philosophical and spiritual traditions. This perspective emphasizes the importance of detachment ...

Panchmukhi Hanuman is the form of Hanuman in which he has five faces. This is the Virata Rupa of Hanuman – a gigantic form that is beyond imagination of human mind. There are two forms of Panchmukhi Hanuman – in one all the five heads are that of Hanuman. In another form – only one head is of Hanuman and the other heads are that of Hayagriva, Narasimha, Varaha and Garuda. As Hayagriva, Narasimha and Varaha are incarnations of Vishnu, Panchmukhi Hanuman is a combined avatar of Vishnu and Hanuman. The five-faced Hanuman is widely believed to be Tantric representation of Hanuman as he is the perfect Siddha. A story associated with Panchamukhi Hanuman states that Hanuman took this form to save Sri Ram and Lakshman who were captured by Mahiravana and Ahiravan during the Ram-Ravan war. The demons took them the netherworld and kept confusing the brothers with their black magic. Hanuman fought a fierce battle with the demons but was not able to defeat them. The only way to ...

Malayalam Calendar 2002 followed in Kerala is provided by the Deepika Newspaper. The 2002 year Malayalam calendar contains important festivals in Kerala and uses Malayalam language to mention Nakshatram and festival details. This Kerala calendar of 2002 of Deepika is not in pdf format but in jpeg format. But you can save the webpage or image format and use it. You can visit the newspaper website and download it here -  Deepika Malayalam Calendar 2002. You can try this  to use the main calendar link.  (in this select the 2002 calendar for viewing) Note - This calendar is more than 20 years old and the newspaper can remove it completely.

Punyakoti, which explores man-animal conflicts, will be the first crowd-sourced animation movie in Sanskrit. Produced by Puppetica Media, an India based media house, Punyakoti will be the world's first full length animated movie in Sanskrit. The movie will be crowdfunded and crowd animated by studios/schools across the world. The movie will also feature a unique musical experiment by the legendary music composer Sri Ilaiyaraaja. The movie is based on a Kannada folk song that narrates the story of a confrontation between a cow and a tiger.

Overcoming exam fear is a challenge many students face, and integrating principles from Hinduism can provide both spiritual and practical support. Below are some strategies, mantras, inspirational stories, and lesser-known facts that can aid in alleviating exam-related anxiety. Understanding Exam Fear in Hinduism Exam fear can stem from various sources: the pressure to perform well, fear of failure, or even the societal expectations placed on students. In Hinduism, there’s an understanding that the mind can be both a friend and a foe. Fear is often seen as an illusion (Maya) that can be transcended through devotion, wisdom, and discipline. Practical Day-to-Day Solutions Regular Prayer and Meditation: Morning Routine: Start your day with a prayer to seek blessings for knowledge and clarity. A simple prayer to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge and learning, can be: "Saraswati Namastubhyam, Varade Kamarupini, Vidyarambham Karishyami, Siddhir Bhavatu Me Sada." Meditation...

Hindu Calendar 2015 with Tithi in pdf for free download is in English and is based on Calendars followed in North India – Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. A month in this Hindu calendar begins after Purnima and ends on Purnima. All important festivals and fasting 2015 dates are marked in the calendar. Link –  Download Hindu Calendar 2015 with Tithi in pdf The calendar is based on Purnimat system. A traditional Hindu month begins after Purnima or full moon day. In 2015 there is Adhik Masa or extra month. This extra month is added to match the lunar calendar with the solar calendar.

Ratanti Chaturdashi is dedicated to Goddess Kali and is observed in Paush month. Special prayers, pujas and rituals dedicated to Goddess Kali are observed on the day. Ratanti Chaturdashi 2025 date is December 18. The day is of great significance in Orissa, Bengal , Jharkhand and other eastern states. Ratanti means celebrated or beloved. Goddess Kali is worshipped in the form of mother on the day. Ratanti Chaturdashi is observed on the Paush Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi or the 14th day during dark phase of moon in Paush Month.

Appachimedu is located on the way from Pamba to Sabarimala Temple . It is one of the important places that an Ayyappa devotee comes across while trekking to the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple . On both the sides of the path to the temple there are two deep pits at Appachimedu. These pits are known as Appachi and Eppachi. Ayyappa devotees throw rice powder balls (Ariyunda) into the pits. Legend has it that one of Lord Ayyappa’s disciple named Kaduvaran resides here. He keeps all the evil spirits in control here and stops them from disturbing or harming the Ayyappa devotees. People also believe that earlier when there was no electricity and other modern facilities, wild animals used to hide in these deep pits. To escape from their attack people used to throw rice powder balls – the animals used to go after the rice balls and spare the devotees. Appachimedu was also the spot where Ayyappa devotees to used to give alms to beggars. But now this practice has been stopp...

In Hinduism, the concept of overcoming evil spirits, negative energies, or malevolent influences has been part of spiritual and religious practices for thousands of years. Many deities, mantras, and rituals are specifically invoked to offer protection and to cleanse oneself or spaces from harmful entities or influences. Practical Day-to-Day Solutions for Overcoming Evil Spirits Daily Worship and Devotion : Begin each day with a small ritual of devotion to your chosen deity. This can be as simple as lighting a lamp, offering incense, and chanting mantras that invoke protection. This practice helps create an aura of divine energy that repels negativity. Cleansing the Home : Burning camphor (Kapoor) is believed to dispel evil spirits. Sprinkling holy water (from a temple, river Ganga) around the house after prayers purifies the environment. Placing a picture or murti (idol) of fierce protective deities like Kali, Narasimha, or Bhairava in prominent areas. Smudging the house with ince...