The Amarnath pilgrimage, or Amarnath Yatra, is one of the most revered spiritual journeys in Hinduism. This annual pilgrimage takes devotees to the sacred Amarnath Cave in Jammu and Kashmir, India, where a naturally formed ice Shiva Linga is worshipped as a representation of Lord Shiva. The journey is arduous, involving trekking through challenging terrain at high altitudes, but it is considered profoundly rewarding on a spiritual level. Here are the key spiritual benefits of undertaking the Amarnath pilgrimage: 1. Purification and Liberation (Moksha) Purification of Sins : Hindus believe that undertaking the Amarnath Yatra purifies the soul and cleanses past sins. The act of braving the harsh conditions to reach the holy cave is seen as a form of penance, leading to spiritual purification. Path to Moksha : Visiting the Amarnath Cave is considered a significant step towards achieving Moksha, the ultimate liberation from the cycle of birth and death. The pilgrimage symbolizes a spiritu...

Vishnu Durga, also known as Narayani, is one among the numerous forms of Goddess Durga. Vishnu-Durga is regarded as the sister of Lord Krishna, born immediately before him. She is also known as Yoga Maya and is the child that flew away from the hand of Kamsa and warned him that Krishna has already born on the earth and will annihilate him in near future. Vishnu Durga shares many characteristics of Lord Vishnu including the dark complexion. She is four-armed and carries conch and discus (Sudarshana chakra) in her upper hand. Her normal right hand is in ‘abhaya posture’ – blessing or protection. Left hand is placed on her thigh She is always depicted in peaceful form (Samumya Vadana). Sometimes she is depicted as standing on the head of the buffalo (Mahisha) killed by Durga. (Source: Notes from Durga Kosha by Kalpatharu Research Academy)

Subrahmanya is one among the numerous names of Lord Muruga or Lord Kartikeya or Kartik. An important god in Hindu pantheon, he is the son of Lord Shiva and Parvati and is the army general of the Devas (gods). What does the term ‘Subrahmanya’ mean? In Sanskrit, ‘su’ means anything good natured or beautiful or good. ‘Brahmanya’ means a person who has had realized Brahman. Thus ‘Subrahmanya’ symbolically represents a good natured person who has had Brahman realization.

Virupaksha is a fierce form of Shiva. As per Hindu scriptures, Shiva took the Virupaksha form after the death of Mata Sati at Daksha Yajna. The death of Sati, produced inconceivable pain in Shiva – pangs of separation and loneliness. The pain soon gave way to unimaginable anger. Soon fire emanated from his eyes. Anger turned Shiva into Virupaksha, the savage malignant eyed one. Virupaksha was the family deity of Vijayanagara’s first dynasty. He was worshipped for peace, prosperity and for success in wars. Prasanna Virupaksha (a kind and benevolent form) was also worshipped in the Vijayanagara kingdom. The most famous temple dedicated to Virupaksha form of Shiva is located at Hampi near the banks of the Tungabhadra River in Karnataka. Virupaksha Vrat is observed in Paush month in some regions for early cure from diseases. 

There are six different types of Tithi in Hindu astrology. Bhadra Tithi is one among them. Dwitiya, Saptami and Dwadasi are Bhadra tithis. They are considered generally good tithis. The tithis are good for all auspicious events. Activities done during the Bhadra Tithi period will bring peace and prosperity. Food donation and helping people during the period will help in redemption.  In Hindu astrology, a Tithi represents a lunar day, and there are 30 Tithis in each lunar month, divided into two phases (Paksha) of 15 days each: Shukla Paksha (the waxing phase) and Krishna Paksha (the waning phase). Each Tithi holds specific significance and is considered auspicious or inauspicious for various activities. Bhadra Tithi is one of these Tithis, and it encompasses three specific lunar days: Dwitiya (2nd Tithi), Saptami (7th Tithi), and Dwadasi (12th Tithi) . These days are regarded as particularly auspicious for various activities and ceremonies. The Six Types of Tithi Hindu...

Peruvanam Pooram is the annual festival observed at the Shiva Temple at Peruvanam near Cherpu in Thrissur District in Kerala. The famous pooram festival in the shrine is observed in Kumbham month. Peruvanam Pooram 2025 date is April 6. It is observed on the Punartham Nakshatra in Meena Masam. The highlight of the festival is caparisoned elephants, melam and fireworks. The utsava murti worshipped in the temple is taken around atop a caparisoned elephant, which is accompanied by another five elephants. Several unique rituals and pujas are performed during the festival period. Traditional Kerala temple performing arts, music, songs and other cultural activities are held during the period. The panchari melam in the shrine begins at midnight and continues for four hours. The deity of Peruvanam temple,  Irattayappan., does not participate in the pooram, and is a silent spectator to the proceedings. The participation is limited to temples of Devi and Sastha in the region. It is ...

Puthiyakavu Pongala is observed at the Sri Puthiyakavu Bhagavathi Temple located near Kollam Railway Station. The annual Pongala festival in the temple is observed on the last friday in Kumbham month. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali.  The annual festival in the temple is held in Malayalam Meena Masam (March - April). The festival is famous for traditional temple art forms, dance, music, melam, caparisoned elephant and procession. Various Shakteya Tantric pujas and rituals are part of the annual festival. The annual festival begins with Kodiyettam and concludes with the arattu procession. Pongala ritual comprises of preparing ‘prasad’ for the deity outside the shrine. Women cook rice and jaggery in earthen pots and they offer it to the Goddess. They also cook different type of sweet dishes using rice powder and jaggery. Coconut tree fronds are used to cook the ‘prasad.’ The temple is decorated during the period with lights, lamp, plantain, coconut fronds, flowers ...

Rajapathy Kailasanathar Temple is one of the Nava Kailasam Temples and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located at Rajapathy in Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu. This temple is associated with Kethu, among the Navgrahas. The shrine is around 26 km from Thoothukudi Town. This is the eighth among the nine Nava Kailasam temples. It is also known as the Dakshina Kalahasthi. The shrine is located on the banks of Thamiraparani River. Shiva is worshipped here as Kailasanathar. Mother Goddess Shakti is worshipped as Soundaryanayaki.  Nandi murti faces the main Shivling. Subsidiary deities include Ganesha, Nataraja, Dakshinamurti, Bhairava, Muruga with his consorts and Sivakami. 63 Nayanmars are worshipped in murti form here. Those people suffering due to bad positioning of Kethu Navagraha in their horoscope find relief after offering prayers here. Rajapathy Kailasanathar Temple Timings Morning Pooja and Darshan Time: 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM Evening Pooja ...

In Hinduism, praying for approval—whether it's for a personal desire, success in a task, or blessings in your life—can involve invoking specific deities, chanting mantras, and performing simple pujas (worship rituals). Each deity has a unique energy or attribute that helps with different aspects of life, such as wisdom, strength, prosperity, or success. Ideal Gods and Goddesses to Worship for Approval Lord Ganesha : He is the remover of obstacles and the deity of new beginnings. Ganesha is often worshipped first in any prayer or puja to ensure success and remove hurdles. Lord Shiva : As the supreme destroyer and transformer, Shiva helps in overcoming obstacles and bringing about personal transformation. Lord Vishnu : He is the preserver and protector. Worshipping Vishnu brings success and protection in ventures. Lord Hanuman : Known for his strength, courage, and devotion, Hanuman is worshipped for strength, perseverance, and success in challenging situations. Goddess Durga : Durga...

Making the most of a Hindu pilgrimage involves more than just visiting sacred sites; it’s about embracing the spiritual, cultural, and personal growth aspects of the journey. Here’s a comprehensive guide to making good use of a Hindu pilgrimage opportunity: 1. Preparation and Intent Understand the Significance: Research the historical, spiritual, and cultural importance of the pilgrimage site. Understanding why the site is revered adds depth to your experience. Set Intentions: Reflect on what you hope to gain from the pilgrimage—spiritual enlightenment, personal growth, peace of mind, or cultural understanding. Having clear intentions can make the journey more meaningful. 2. Planning the Journey Choose the Right Time: Consider the best time to visit, keeping in mind festivals, weather conditions, and personal schedules. Some sites have specific times of the year when they are particularly significant. Plan the Route: Decide on the most practical and fulfilling route. For extensive...

The concept of Tithi in Hindu astrology holds significant importance in determining auspicious and inauspicious times for various activities, ceremonies, and rituals. Among the six types of Tithis, Jaya Tithi occupies a unique place, often surrounded by contrasting interpretations and practices. Jaya tithi are Tritiya, Ashtami and Trayodashi tithis. In one perspective, Jaya Tithi is generally considered unfavorable or inauspicious in certain regions. These tithis are often avoided for initiating new ventures, conducting ceremonies, or embarking on significant life events due to their perceived negative influences. However, despite being labeled as inauspicious, Jaya Tithi holds a special significance in the worship of various forms of Mother Goddess. Devotees often choose this tithi for propitiating and seeking blessings from the divine feminine energies. It is believed that engaging in acts of charity, such as food donation and assisting those in need, during Jaya Tithi can help ...

Karikkakom Chamundi Temple is located near Thiruvanthapuram in Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamundi. Karikkakom Temple Timings with detail opening and closing time is given below. Please note that the pooja and darshan time will extended or curtailed during important rituals. The shrine will remain closed during Grahan or Eclipse. Karikkakom Temple Morning Pooja Timings 5:00 AM to 11:50 AM Karikkakom Chamundi Temple Evening Darshan Timings 4:30 PM to 8:10 PM Deeparadhana is at 6:30 PM. The most important days in a week are Tuesday and Friday. Special rituals are observed on Tuesday and Friday.

Karikkakom Pongala is observed at the Sri Chamundi Temple located in Thiruvananthapuram. The annual Pongala festival in the temple is observed on the Makam Nakshatram in Meenam month. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess Chamundi form of Goddess Shakti. Karikkakom Pongala 2025 date is April 9. The shrine is located off the NH 47 bypass road and is around 7 km from Trivandrum town. Without any persuasion or advertisement, women from all walks of life assemble in the Indian southern city of Trivandrum in Kerala on the day. There only aim is peace and prosperity with the blessings of Karikkathu Amma. Thousands of women cooking for the Mother Goddess - who as Annapurna is the provider of food for all living beings - is a sort of thanksgiving for keeping her children nourished. Religious fervor, discipline, gratitude and the desire to help each other on the day by the people of the region is praiseworthy. Pongala ritual comprises of preparing ‘prasad’ for the deity outside the shrine...

Simhastha is the term used to refer to the Kumbha Mela taking place at Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh. The meaning of Simhastha is associated with the time of the Kumbh Mela and Simha Rashi. Simhasth Kumbh Mahaparv takes place when Surya (Hindu sun god) is in the Aries Zodiac (Mesha Rashi) and Jupiter (Brahaspati) is in the Leo Zodiac (Simha Rashi) when it takes place. Simhastha Kumbh Mela is one of the most significant religious gatherings in Hinduism, held in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. The term "Simhastha" derives from "Simha," the Sanskrit word for Leo, and "Stha," meaning "to stand" or "to remain," indicating the astrological alignment during which this festival occurs. Astrological Significance Simhastha Kumbh Mela is deeply rooted in Vedic astrology. It is celebrated when the following celestial conditions are met: Sun (Surya) in Aries (Mesha Rashi): The Sun enters Aries, marking the onset of the Hindu New Year and the beginning of spr...

The real reason why we fail to understand the true teachings of Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) is because it is simple. This simple teaching is – Everything is Supreme Truth (God). We have allergy to simple things. So, we have transformed this simple teaching into complicated rituals and even more complicated philosophy. We have created complicated Gods and we sit and solve the complication daily. All Hindu scriptures and all Gurus are sharing the same thought. They might be saying it in a different way but the essence is same – all animate and inanimate is Supreme Truth. When this is teaching is understood and cemented in our mind all our problems are solved. We can deal with any challenge that the life throws at us. We will not be bothered about success and failure. We will not be overpowered by attachment, disappointments and desires. Anger will not shake us up. A person who has understood this teaching will wake up every day and do his/her karma without bothering about su...

Kurangani Muthumalai Amman Kovil is located at Kurangani in Thoothukudi District in Tamil Nadu. This ancient shrine is associated with the epic Ramayana. Muthumalai Amman Temple at Kurangani is around 32 km southeast of Thoothukudi and is around 23 km northeast of Tiruchendur. Legend has it that Mata Sita dropped a pearl here while she was forcibly being carried by Ravana. Later this pearl was discovered by the Sri Ram, Lakshman, Hanuman and the Vanarasena or Monkey Army. Through the discovery of this pearl, it was concluded that Mata Sita is Lanka. During the 14th century, four brothers discovered the pearl at Kurangani. They could not look at it due to its brilliance. They covered it with a wooden vessel. On that night, Mother Goddess came in the dream of the brothers and asked them to build a temple at spot where the pearl was discovered. As the temple was built on the spot where the pearl was found the shrine came to be known as Muthumalai Amman Kovil. Muthu in Tamil ...

Govinda Dwadashi is an auspicious dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The day is observed on the 12th day (Dwadashi) during the Krishna Paksha (waxing phase of moon) of Phalguna month (February – March). Govinda Dwadashi 2026 date is February 14. The day is of great significance for Lord Vishnu devotees. Special prayers are held on the day at Puri Jagannath Temple . Some Vishnu devotees take holy dip on the day in important Teerths (scared water tanks).

In Hinduism, paying homage to ancestors is an important tradition rooted in the concept of Pitru Tarpan , which involves expressing gratitude and seeking blessings from the departed souls. This practice is typically done during Shraddha rituals, on specific days like Pitr Paksha (Pitru Paksha) or Amavasya (new moon day). Praying for ancestors is considered a way of ensuring their peace in the afterlife and securing the blessings of the Pitrs (ancestors). Here’s a guide with all the essential information, including simple prayers, puja steps, clothing, deities, mantras, and practical tips for modern times. Key Deities to Worship for Ancestor Prayers Yama Dharmaraja : The god of death and justice who oversees the fate of departed souls. Pitrs (Ancestors) : Venerating the ancestral spirits to ensure they rest in peace. Shiva : The destroyer and transformer, who helps guide souls toward liberation ( moksha ). Vishnu : The preserver of the universe, who maintains cosmic order and grants...

Duryodhana died after Bhima broke his thighs at the end of the Kurukshetra battle in the Mahabharata. Duryodhana was cursed first by Draupadi and later by Sage Maitreya that his thighs will be broken. Draupadi was dragged to the Hastinapura court and insulted by Kauravas, Shakuni and Karna after Yudhishtira lost the dice game. In the court, Duryodhana crudely bared this thigh, exposed it to Draupadi, and invited her to sit on his lap. Seething in anger, Draupadi, the insulted and humiliated wife of the Pandavas, cursed Duryodhana that his thighs will be broken on the battlefield and that he will die a dreadful death, with vultures and wolves howling around him. Bhima, the second of the Pandava brothers, immediately took the oath that he would break the thighs of Duryodhana first and then kill him. When Pandavas along with Draupadi were exiled, Sage Maitreya tried to reason with Duryodhana. He asked him to make peace with Pandavas by returning their kingdom. But Dury...

Umadi Malkar Siddh Dev Yatra is organized in Chaitra month. It is the annual festival and fair held at Malkarsiddh Dev Temple at Umadi in Jat Taluka of Sangli district, Maharashtra. Umadi Malkar Siddh Dev Yatra 2026 date is  March 23. Malkar Siddh Dev Temple is dedicated to gram devata. The deity is also the kuldaivat of many families. Rituals associated with village deity are performed during the yatra. The shrine is decorated for the occasion with lamps, lights, leaves, flowers etc for the occasion. Food donation is also held during the period. Malkar Siddh Dev Yatra at Umadi is observed on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Goradwadi Biroba Yatra is organized in Chaitra month. It is the annual festival and fair held at Biroba Temple at Goradwadi in Malshiras Taluka of Solapur district. Goradwadi Biroba Yatra 2025 date is April 2. Biroba Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. He is the Kuldaivat of Dhangars in Maharashtra. Rituals associated with Lord Shiva are performed during the yatra. The shrine is decorated for the occasion with lamps, lights, leaves, flowers etc for the occasion. Food donation is also held during the period. Biroba Yatra at Goradwadi is observed on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Lhasurne Navalai Devi Yatra is annually held in Chaitra month. This is the most important annual fair and festival at the Navalai Devi Temple at Lhasurne at Koregaon Taluka of Satara District in Maharashtra. Lhasurne Navalai Devi Yatra 2025 date is April 2. Navalai Devi is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti. Rituals associated with Shakti worship are performed on the day. The temple is beautifully decorated during the period traditionally with flowers, leaves, traditional lamps and lights. The day is of importance to the villagers. People from nearby towns and villages arrive to participate in this annual fair and festival. Important rituals are held during the period. Lhasurne Navalai Devi Yatra is annually held on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon in Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Jagadamba Yatra is organized in Chaitra month. It is the annual festival and fair held at Jagadamba temple at Gondegaon in Shrirampur Taluka of Ahmednagar district in Maharashtra. Gondegaon  Jagadamba Yatra 2025 date is April 2. Mother Goddess Jagdamba is a manifestation of Goddess Shakti and is a Gram Devata. The shrine is decorated for the occasion with lamps, lights, leaves, flowers etc for the occasion. Food donation is also held during the period. Various rituals are performed during the period especially those associated with Shakti worship. Hundreds of people participate in the various fair and festival organized on the occasion. Jagadamba Yatra at Gondegaon is observed on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Bendri Mauli Devi Yatra is organized in Chaitra month. It is the annual festival and fair held at Jyotirling Devi Temple in Bendri in Tasgaon Taluka of Sangli District, Maharashtra. Bendri Mauli Devi Yatra 2025 date is March 23. Mauli Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Mauli Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped mainly in Maharashtra as a Gram Devata. Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the yatra. The shrine is decorated for the occasion with lamps, lights, leaves, flowers etc for the occasion. Food donation is also held during the period. Mauli Devi Yatra at Bendri is observed on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Rohideshwar Yatra is organized in Chaitra month. It is the annual festival and fair held at Rohideshwar Temple in Rohida fort at Rayari or Rarieshwar in Bhor Taluka of Pune district, Maharashtra. Rohideshwar Yatra 2026 date is March 23. Rohideshwar Temple is dedicated to Shiva. Rituals associated with Lord Shiva are performed during the yatra. The shrine is decorated for the occasion with lamps, lights, leaves, flowers etc for the occasion. Food donation is also held during the period. Rohideshwar Yatra at Rayari is observed on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Garawade Jyotirling Devi Yatra is organized in Chaitra month. It is the annual festival and fair held at Jyotirling Devi Temple in Garawade in Patan Taluka of Satara district, Maharashtra. Garawade Jyotirling Devi Yatra 2026 date is  March 23. Jyotirling Devi Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti.  Jyotirling Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti, is worshipped mainly in Maharashtra as a Gram Devata. Rituals associated with Goddess Durga are performed during the yatra. The shrine is decorated for the occasion with lamps, lights, leaves, flowers etc for the occasion. Food donation is also held during the period. Jyotirling Devi Yatra at Garawade is observed on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi or the fifth day during the waxing phase of moon Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.

Jyotirling Sashti is observed in Chaitra month. Nothing much is known about this auspicious day mainly marked in certain calendars in Western parts of India. Jyotirling Sashti 2026 date is  March 24. It is observed on the Chaitra Shukla Paksha Sashti tithi or the sixth day during the waxing phase of moon in Chaitra month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Western parts of India especially in Maharashtra. Did you know? Jyotirlinga is a Sanskrit expression consisting of two words, namely 'Jyotii' meaning light and 'Lingd’ signifying the 'Brahmand’ (comos). Jyotirlingas are the sacred places where Lord Siva manifested Himself. A darshan of Jyotirlinga bestows both worldly pleasures and salvation. Somnath Jyotirlinga is established in the Prabhasa region of Gujarat on the shore of the ocean. Srisailam Jyotirlinga is established on Mount Shaila on the bank of River Krishna in Andhra Pradesh. There is a confusion regarding Vaidyan...

Thenthiruperai Kailasanathar Temple is one of the Nava Kailasam Temples and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located at Thenthiruperai in Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu. This temple is associated with Budha (Mercury), among the Navgrahas. The shrine is around 30 km from Tirunelveli Town. This is the seventh among the nine Nava Kailasam temples and is also known as Ponnammai Sametha Kailasanathar Temple. Shiva is worshipped here as Kailasanathar. Mother Goddess Shakti is worshipped as Alakiya Ponnammai. Nandi murti is found facing the main Shivling. The subsidiary deities worshipped here include Navgrahas, Bhairava, Ganesha, Muruga with his consort Valli. Vilwa is the tree associated with the temple. Most important festival observed here is the Shivratri. Coconut With Horn in the Temple There is a coconut with horn in the temple. It is said that once a British Army officer wanted to have a tender coconut. But nearby there was only one coconut gro...

Vishnu Sahasranamam is one of the most popular prayers dedicated to Hindu God Vishnu. Vishnu Sahasranama consists of the 1000 names of Srihari Vishnu. This is a pdf version of the Vishnu Sahasranamam in Bengali. This free version of Vishnu Sahasranamam in Bengali text is provided by website Prapatti. You can download  Vishnu Sahsranamam in Bengali here . You will need to have pdf reader installed in your browser to read or download the text.

Vishnu Suktam is dedicated to Bhagvan Srihari Vishnu. It is chanted for attaining success, peace and prosperity. You can download the prayer in Hindi text in pdf in the link given below. The prayer should be chanted during morning or evening hours. It is also chanted on auspicious days dedicated to Vishnu especially on Ekadasi. The file is created by prapatti.com. Link  –  Vishnu Suktam in Hindi in pdf

Vishnu Suktam is dedicated to Bhagvan Srihari Vishnu. It is chanted for attaining success, peace and prosperity. You can download the prayer in Telugu text in pdf in the link given below. The prayer should be chanted during morning or evening hours. It is also chanted on auspicious days dedicated to Vishnu especially on Ekadasi. Link  –  Vishnu Suktam in Telugu in pdf

Aindra Yoga is one among the 27 yogas in Hindu astrology. It is calculated by the degrees of moon and sun starting from Ashwini Nakshatra. Endra, or Indra, is a bad yog. The lord of this Yoga is Pitr – dead ancestors. Aindra Yoga is the 26th among the 27 yogas. This yoga is avoided for new beginnings. It is ideal to make offerings and perform ritual associated with ancestors. It is also an auspicious period to perform various charity related activities. Food donation during the period is highly meritorious.  Indra Yoga is a significant concept in Hindu astrology, representing one of the 27 yogas that influence an individual's life and events. Below is an expanded overview, detailing its calculations, implications, and associated rituals: Calculation of Aindra Yoga Degrees of Moon and Sun : Aindra Yoga is calculated based on the specific degrees of the Moon and Sun, starting from the Ashwini Nakshatra. Position : It is the 26th yoga among the 27 yogas in Hindu astrolo...

Brahma Yoga is one among the 27 yogas in Hindu astrology. It is calculated by the degrees of moon and sun starting from Ashwini Nakshatra. Brahma is a very good yog. The lord of this Yoga is Ashwini Kumaras – the twin deities who are the physician of gods. Brahma is the 25th among the 27 yogas. The yoga is good for all auspicious events. It is good period for hospital visits and for starting new treatment.  Activities done during the Brahma Yoga period will usher in progress, peace and prosperity. It is also an auspicious period to perform various charity related activities.  Brahma Yoga is one of the 27 yogas (auspicious combinations) in Hindu astrology, which are calculated based on the positions and degrees of the Moon and the Sun, starting from Ashwini Nakshatra. This specific yoga is highly regarded for its positive influence on various aspects of life. Significance and Deity Association The term "Brahma Yoga" derives its name from Brahma, the creator in the Hindu T...

Shukla Yoga is one among the 27 yogas in Hindu astrology. It is calculated by the degrees of moon and sun starting from Ashwini Nakshatra. Shukla is a very good yog. The lord of this Yoga is Goddess Parvati. Shukla is the 24th among the 27 yogas. The yoga is good for all auspicious events. It is good period for performing various pujas and rituals Activities done during the Shukla Yoga period will usher in progress, peace and prosperity. It is also an auspicious period to perform various charity related activities.  Shukla Yoga is one of the 27 yogas in Hindu astrology, which are combinations of planetary positions that have specific influences on individuals and events. These yogas are calculated based on the degrees of the Moon and the Sun, starting from Ashwini Nakshatra. Significance and Characteristics of Shukla Yoga Position and Calculation : Shukla Yoga is the 24th yoga among the 27 yogas. It is determined by the relative positions of the Moon and the Sun in the...