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Jalpeshwar form of Shiva – Story of Jalpeshwar Mahadev

Jalpeshwar Mahadev is one among the numerous forms of Shiva. Shiva in the form of Jalpeshwar is worshipped in a small shrine in Ujjain . Information about this form of Shiva is found in the Skanda Purana. It is believed that offering prayers here will help in attaining moksha. This form is also worshipped for prosperity and good children. Jalpeshwar Mahadev is one of the 84 Mahadeva temples in the city of  Ujjain . The temple is located on the way to Ranjit Hanuman. According to Skanda Purana, prayers to Jalpeshwar form helps in attaining peace and prosperity. Jalpeshwar Mahadev is the 66th temple visited during the parikarama of Shiavalayas in Ujjain . Jalpeshwar Mahadev Story Legend has it that there once lived a king named Jalp. He had five sons. The king decided to retire to forest and he therefore equally distributed his kingdom among his five sons. The king then went to the forest and started performing austerities. One of the sons killed the other f

Washim Balaji Temple Yatra from Kojagiri Purnima to Diwali

Washim Balaji Temple Yatra is annually held in Ashwin month. Thousands of people from various parts of Maharashtra visit the shrine during the fortnight. Washim Balaji Temple Yatra in 2024 is from October 16 to November 1 (Kojagiri Purnima to Diwali). Balaji Mandir in Washim is a popular temple dedicated to Balaji or Venkateswara in Maharashtra. The 15 day yatra starts after Kojagiri Purnima day. On the purnima day, musicians perform the life story of Sri Krishna. Washim Balaji Temple Yatra is held from Ashwin Purnima Tithi to Ashwin Amavasya Tithi (full moon day to no moon day in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Ghodekar Yatra at Kurukali near Kagal

Ghodekar Yatra at Kurukali near Kagal is organized in Ashwin month. It is the annual yatra to the Ghodekar Temple at Kurukali in Kolhapur District. The jatra happens during the Navratri period. Ghodekar Yatra 2024 date is October 11. This is an important religious event at Kurukali and attracts hundreds of devotees including women and children. The temple is lavishly decorated during the period and special rituals are held. Ghodekar Yatra at Kurukali is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami Tithi or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Banashankari Yatra at Banali near Jath in Sangli

Banashankari Yatra at Banali near Jath is organized in Ashwin month. It is the annual yatra to the Banashankari Devi Temple at Banali, which is 12 km north of Jath in Sangli District. The jatra happens during the Navratri period. Banashankari Yatra 2024 date is October 11. This is an important religious event at Banali and attracts hundreds of devotees including women and children. The temple is lavishly decorated during the period and special rituals are held. Goddess Banashankari is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Durga. The shrine is located inside a forest. Banashankari Yatra at Banali is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami Tithi or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Harinaidevi Yatra at Bhushangad in Satara

Harinaidevi Yatra at Bhushangad is organized in Ashwin month. It is the annual yatra to the Harinaidevi Temple in Bhushangad Fort in Khatav , Satara District. The jatra happens during the Navratri period. Harinaidevi Yatra 2024 date is October 11. This is an important religious event at Bhushangad and attracts hundreds of devotees including women and children. The temple is lavishly decorated during the period and special rituals are held.  Goddess Harinaidevi is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Durga. Harinaidevi Yatra at Bhushangad is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami Tithi or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Ambabai Yatra at Deshing in Sangli

Ambabai Yatra at Deshing is organized in Ashwin month. It is the annual yatra to the Ambabai Temple at Deshing in Sangli District. The jatra happens during the Navratri period. Ambabai Yatra 2024 date at Deshing is October 11. This is an important religious event at Deshing and attracts hundreds of devotees including women and children. The temple is lavishly decorated during the period and special rituals are held. Ambabai Yatra at Deshing is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami Tithi or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Bhavani Devi Upvas at Jalgaon

Bhavani Devi Upvas at Jalgaon in Maharashtra is observed in Ashwin month. Bhavani Devi is also referred as Lahan Aai in this region. The fasting happens during the Navratri period. Bhavani Devi Upvas 2024 date is October 11. Hundreds of people participate in this fast and rituals held at the Bhavani Devi temple here. Goddess Bhavani is a fierce form for people who follow Adharma. For those who follow she is the kind mother who showers her children with peace and prosperity. Bhavani Devi Upvaas is annually held on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami Tithi or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Kalammadevi Jagar at Kalammawadi near Kasegaon, Walva

Kalamba Devi Jagar is observed in Ashwin month. It is an important ritual organized during the Navratri period at Kalammawadi near Kasegaon, Walwa Taluka, Sangli District. Kalammadevi Jagar 2024 date is October 11. Hundreds of devotees attend Kalammadevi Jagar. Kalammadevi is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti worshipped in this region of Maharashtra. She is a powerful village deity. Kalammadevi Jagar is annually observed on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami Tithi or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Sadguru Digambardas Maharaj Jayanti

Sadguru Digambardas Maharaj is observed in Ashwin month. It is the birth anniversary of Sadguru Digambardas Maharaj, who is associated with the Shri Swami Samarth tradition in Maharashtra. The day is of great importance in Pune, Maharashtra. Sadguru Digambardas Maharaj Jayanti 2024 date is October 11. He is believed to be a manifestation of Shree Sadguru Ramanand Beedkar Maharaj. He was the disciple of Baba Maharaj. He preached Sanatan Arya Vedic Dharma (the original form of Hindu religion based purely on the Holiest Hindu scriptures - the four Vedas). Sadguru Digambardas Maharaj Jayanti is annually observed on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami Tithi or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Hanuman Garhi in Ayodhya – Hanuman Garhi Temple in Ayodhya

Legend has it that after returning to Ayodhya, Bhagvan Sri Ram invited Hanuman to be with Him and the place where Hanuman stayed in Ayodhya is the Hanuman Garhi. This is a very crowded Hanuman Temple with numerous murtis of gods and goddesses. The temple has murtis associated with Ramayana and also thousands of Shaligram Stone. The present temple structure was built in 1675 AD. The temple was rebuilt later and reflects influence of Mughal architecture. One has to climb around 200 steep steps and pass through an imposing gate to reach the ancient temple. The main Hanuman murti faces north and only the face is visible. There are also murtis of Sri Ram and Sita in the sanctum sanctorum. Nearly 70 Ashtadhatu murtis are also found in the sanctum. There are also murtis of Shaligram Gopal, Lakshmi, Jagannath and Shani Dev in the sanctum. Murtis of Bharat, Shatrughna and Mandawi are found outside the main Sanctum. In front of the Verandah, Ram Durbar and murti of Ha

Ganesh Chaturthi Mantras

Tat purushaaya vidmahe Vakratundaaya dheemahi Tanno dhanti prachodayaat. Ganesh Gayatri Mantra (above) Mushikavaahana modaka hastha, Chaamara karna vilambitha sutra, Vaamana rupa maheshwara putra, Vighna vinaayaka paada namasthe O Lord Vinayaka! The remover of all obstacles, the son of Lord Shiva, with a form which is very short, with mouse as Thy vehicle, with sweet pudding in hand, with wide ears and long hanging trunk, I prostrate at Thy lotus-like Feet! ganananh tva ganapatim havamahe kavim kavinam - upamashravastamam | jyeshhtharajam brahmanan.h brahmanaspata A nah shrivnvannutibhih sida sadanam || (Rig Veda 2.23.1) We invoke You, O Ganapati of the ganas (Lord Shiva attendants), Who are Brahmana-spati of the brahmas (prayers), the wisest among the wise, Who abound in treasure beyond all measure, the most brilliant one. Do listen to our prayers, come with Your blessings and assurances of protection into our home, and be seated. (Rig Veda 2

Hindi Mantra for Removing Troubles in Family - Mantra in Hindi Language for Removal of Trouble in Family

Below is a prayer in Hindi language for removing troubles in family. Anyone can chant this mantra for removal of all sorts of trouble in family. 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 Removing Troubles in Family - Mantra in Telugu Language for Removal of Trouble in Family

Below is a prayer in Telugu language for removing troubles in family. Anyone can chant this mantra for removal of all sorts of trouble in family. 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.