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Heramba Ganapati

Heramba Ganapati is one among the 32 forms of Hindu God Ganesha. Those people who lack confidence in facing problems of life worship this form of Ganesh. This form is also a protector of weak. Heramba Ganapati mantra is – Abhaya varadahastah paashadantakshamala Srini parashu dadhaano mudgaram modakam cha! Phalamadhi gatasimhah panchamaatanga vakthrah Ganapatiratigaurah paatu herambanamaa!! This is a very rare form of Ganesha as it has five faces and ten hands. One hand is in blessing posture. Another hand is in boon giving posture. Reminding hands hold a goad, a rope, a tusk, a rudraksha mala, axe, modak and apple. The Vehicle (vahana) of Heramba Ganapati is a lion. Fear about future is removed by the meditation of this form of Ganesha. Exclusive temple dedicated to Heramba Ganapati is very rare. But this form is worshipped as subsidiary deity at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. 

Karya Siddhi Yantra Its Importance

Karya Siddhi Yantra is a highly effective Yantra in Hindu Astrology and belief. It is installed for early realization of an objective. It is believed that the Yantra ensure a person’s wellbeing and success in life. It is also used for desire fulfillment. After performing the Karya Siddhi Yantra puja, it should be hung in the house in the puja room or in living room. The Yantra is mostly associated with Tantric worship. The puja can be performed by the individual. It includes usual aarti, worship of Hanuman and performing Annadanam or food donation.

Kariya Siddhi Hanuman Mantra in English

Kariya Siddhi Hanuman Mantra is a prayer dedicated to Hindu God Hanuman. The popular belief is that chanting the mantra will help in fulfilling wishes quickly. It is also chanted for attaining peace and prosperity. One should chant the mantra 108 times daily in the morning or evening. Kariya Siddhi Hanuman Mantra in English Twamasmin karya niryoge Pramanam hari sattama Hanuman yatnamaasthaya Dhukkha kshaya karo bhava

Transgender Festival in Kerala in India

Chamayavilakku festival held at the  Kottankulangara   Sridevi   Temple  at Chavara in Kerala is seen by many as a transgender festival. Chamayavilakku Festival 2024 date is March 24 and 25. The festival is annually held in March. The festival is today being associated with homosexuals, crossdressers and transgender. But this is not correct. The ritual is a unique offering done by straight men to the Goddess. Homosexuals, crossdressers and transgender actively participate in the ritual. The ritual is held during the last two days of the 11-day temple festival. On the day, regular men from all walks of life dress up as women for the Chamayavilakku (chamaya is make-up, vilakku is lamp). The offering is made for the fulfillment of desires or as a thanksgiving for a wish fulfilled. Beautifully dressed in female clothes and with flowers on hair, lamps in hand, men wait patiently till the wee hours of dawn for the goddess to bless them. According to legend, little boys grazing

Parthiva Linga – Shivling Made Out of Mud

Parthiva Linga or Shivling made out of mud or clay is regarded as the most exalted Shivling in Kaliyuga. Parthiva Linga gives the freedom to devotees to make a Shivling and worship Shiva in Kaliyuga when Adharma gains upper hand and priests and saints have gone corrupt. It is said that in Satyayuga, Shivling made of gems was best, in Tretayuga one made of gold and in Dwaparayuga one made of mercury was best. In Kaliyuga Shiva is accessible to all his devotees that follow Dharma. Parthiva Linga should be a single piece not made using joining parts. Parthiva Linga can be worshipped on the banks of rivers, lakes and ponds, seashore, mountain, forest or in a Shiva Temple . Any pure clay can be used to make the Shivling. The devotee should take bath, perform daily rites, apply bhasma and wear Rudraksha before offering prayers. The mantra that is to be chanted is Om Namah Shivaya. A devotee can make any number of Parthiva Linga. Offering should be Bilva lea

Birthstone for March Born Male and Female – Gem Stone for March

Each person born in a particular month has a birthstone or gem stone dedicated to them. For male and female born in March, the birthstone is Aquamarine. Wearing Aquamarine stone is lucky for both girls and boys born in the month. Aquamarine is known as Beruj in Hindi and other regional languages in India . An alternative stone March month born people can wear is blood stone. You can also wear Aquamarine during date, engagement and other functions. Wearing the stone in ring or chain for interviews, competitions etc are lucky for March Born. For financial solutions, freedom from debt, for attain wealth etc., you can wear Aquamarine stone.

Lucky Color for March Born – Which is the lucky color for March born people?

Which is the lucky color for March born people? The lucky color for March born male and female is Pale blue. Wearing blue color dress and blue color stones are good for March born men and women. You can also wear dress with other shades of blue during date, engagement and other functions. Wearing pale blue dress for interviews, competitions etc are lucky for March Born. For financial solutions, freedom from debt, for attain wealth etc., you can wear blue color stones.

Birthstone for Makar Rashi – Which is the gem stone for Makara Rashi Zodiac?

Birthstone for Makar Rashi is based on its ruler Shani. The stone can protect this rashi born people from the negative effects of Shani and helps in garnering the positive energy of Shani, one of the navgrahas in Hindu astrology. The birthstone for Makara Rashi is Blue Sapphire. The gemstone is known as Neelam and Indraneelam in Hindi and other regional languages in  India . Wearing the birth stone helps Makar Rashi people in their career. It improves health and gives mental strength. It also provides peace and prosperity.

Marriage Chothi Nakshatram Female – Suitable Matching Stars for Chothi Nakshatram Born Girl

Matching stars for Chothi Nakshatram born girl as per Kerala/Malayalam jyothisham is given below. It must be noted that the matching star is for female born in Chothi Nakshatram only. It is not for male born in the star. Matching Star for Chothi Nakshatra female are: Ashwathy, Bharani, Kartika, Makayiram, Tiruvathira, Punirtham, Pooyam, Ayiliyam, Makam, Pooram, Uthram, Atham, Chithira, Chothi, Vishakam, Triketta, Uthradam ¾, and Revathi – born boys are good for Chothi Nakshatram Born girl.

Marriage Chithira Nakshatram Female – Suitable Matching Stars for Chithira Nakshatram Born Girl

Matching stars for Chithira Nakshatram born girl as per Kerala/Malayalam jyothisham is given below. It must be noted that the matching star is for female born in Chithira Nakshatram only. It is not for female born in the star. Chithira first half is in Kanya Rashi. The second half of the Nakshatra is in Tula Rashi. Matching Star for Chithira Nakshatra Female born in first half of the nakshatra Ashwathy, Bharani, Kartika, Rohini, Makayiram, Tiruvathira, Punirtham, Pooyam, Ayiliyam, Makam, Uthram, Atham, Chithira, Moolam, Chathayam, Pooruruttathi last quarter and Uthrittathi. Matching Star for Chithira Nakshatra Female born in last two quarter or last half of the Nakshatra Ashwathy, Bharani, Rohini, Makayiram, Tiruvathira, Punirtham, Pooyam, Ayiliyam, Makam, Uthram, Atham, Chithira, Chothi, Vishakam first three quarter, Moolam, Uthradam last ¾, Tiruonam, Avittam and Chathayam. 

Madhusudan Ekadasi May 2024 Odisha

Madhusudan Ekadasi is observed during the waxing phase of moon in May as per traditional calendar followed in Odisha. Madhusudan Ekadasi 2024 date is May 19. Usually the Ekadasi falling during the period is known as Mohini Ekadasi. But due to certain special astrological calculations and the particular day etc, the Ekadasi is observed as Madhusudan Ekadasi. The day is of great significance to Jagannath devotees. Special pujas and rituals are held on the day apart from the routine Ekadasi fasting rituals.

Samarth Ramdas on Chanting the Name of God

We should never forget God’s Name, whether in happiness or in sorrow. Whenever difficulties overcome us, whenever we are down with the worries of life, we should meditate on the Name of God. By the Name of God are all our difficulties dispelled, and all our calamities swept away. By meditation on God’s Name, Prahlada was saved from dangerous situations. There are a thousand and one Names of God. It matters not which Name we utter. If we only utter it regularly and continuously, Death shall have no power on us. If a man does nothing but only utter the Name of God, God is satisfied and protects His Devotee. Samarth Ramdas