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Vimanam of Tirupati Venkateswara Temple – About Golden Ananda Nilaya Vimana at Tirumala

In Tirumala Tirupati Venkateswara Temple, the second among the 108 Divya Desams, Lord Balaji is stationed in the sanctum sanctorum called Ananda Nilaya Vimana. The word Vimanam means to house the murti of the Supreme Being. It must be noted here that Vimanam is different from Gopuram. In the word “Vimanam”, the alphabet ‘ma’ means an object, which is measured or made in various ways. The prefix ‘vi’ denotes “vishesha” which signifies the image. So, the word itself, from its etymological aspects carries a noble and elevating significance. Several Puranas have umpteen references to Vimana with different meanings. Reference of Tirupati Venkateswara Temple in Puranas Padma Purana, chapter 10, it is described that, the appearance of a new and unblemished Vimana which gladdens the hearts of the viewers, on the western side of the sacred tank. Vamana Purana Chapter 40/21, there is an account of Brahma and other gods having obtained a view of the deity in the divine Vimana of this t

Shravan Shukravar Puja – Friday Pujas and Vrat in Shravani Month in Maharashtra and Gujarat

Fridays in Shravan month, Shravani Shukravar, is an auspicious day for many Hindu communities in Gujarat and Maharashtra . In 2024, the dates of Shravani Shukravar puja are August 5, August 12, August 19, August 26 and September 2. Special prayers are performed by mothers for the welfare of their children on the day. The puja is also known as Jiviti Pooja, or Jara Jivantika Puja , in some regions and is dedicated to Goddess Jivantika.  Pujas and prayers are held at homes on Shravani Shukrawar. Neighbors, friends and relatives join in the prayers on the day. In some regions, community pujas are performed on all Fridays in Shravan Mahina. Women apply kumkum on each other’s forehead and pray for peaceful and happy married life and for the welfare and health of their children.. In some places, Puran lamps are prepared for placing on puja thali. Special Puran dishes are also prepared on the day. Traditional red kumkum tika is applied on the forehead of the children. Some

Swami Tejomayananda Quotes and Teachings - Chinmaya Mission

Swami Tejomayananda quotes and teachings are on various topics and are from numerous sources including books, newspaper, articles, videos and speeches.  (Swami Tejomayananda, a disciple of Swami Chinmayananda, is the Chairman and spiritual head of Chinmaya Mission worldwide.) Swami Tejomayananda quotes and teachings One can either be a master of circumstances or a victim of them. If one says that he has the inspiration but has no opportunities, then that person is not sufficiently inspired. A truly inspired person will create the opportunities and charge ahead. I heard a joke recently that illustrates what I am saying. It is said that one must learn from Noah. He floated his company when the world was in liquidation! If you are truly inspired by your work or job, then you will be totally absorbed in it, and things or events around you will not distract you. So, most importantly, you have to find that work or job which truly inspires you. Also realize that someone else canno