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Tandula Akshata – Unbroken Rice Grain Used In Hindu Rituals

Akshata means unbroken. Only unbroken rice grain should be used in rituals and pujas and associated with Hindu religion. Tandula Akshata is unbroken rice mixed with turmeric powder or vermilion. In some regions, ghee made from cow’s milk is mixed with the unbroken rice. Tandula Akshata is used for worship of gods especially during rituals, pujas and festivals. Offering the unbroken rice is equal to offering clothes and ornaments to the deity. It is also used during auspicious functions and also for blessing married couples. The practice of Tandula Akshata is Vedic origin and symbolically suggests the indispensability of food. 

Kanya Rashi – The Sixth Zodiac Sign in Hindu Astrology – All About Kanya Rashi

Kanya Rashi is the fourth Zodiac sign in Hindu astrology. It is known as Virgo in English. The longitude of Karka Rashi is 30 degrees and it extends from 150 degrees from the vernal equinox to 180 degrees. The first 15 degrees of Kanya Rashi show characteristics of fixed sign and the rest 15 degrees of a movable sign. The birth stars or nakshatras that constitutes this sign are: The last three quarters of Uttaraphalguni or Uthiram nakshatra All four quarters of Hasta or Hastam or Hastam nakshatra The first half or two quarters of Chitra or Chithirai or Chithira nakshatra Kanya is a northern sign of the zodiac but its influential direction is south. Symbol of Kanya Rashi is a maiden seated on a boat, holding fire and green plant. The rashi represents the stomach of Kalapurusha (eternal time). The symbol crab has nothing to do with the characteristics of people born in the Rashi. The ruler of the Rashi is Mercury or Budha. Shukra (venus) and Surya (sun) are friend

Saraswati River In Vedas - Passages Mentioning Saraswati River The Rig Veda

In the Rig Veda, Saraswati River is praised as the great among the great and mightiest of rivers. Three hymns in the Rig Veda are entirely dedicated to the river. Saraswati River is hailed as Sindhumata, mother of all rivers. Some Important Passeges In Rig Veda On Saraswati River Descriptions of Saraswati River is found in the Sixth and Fifth Books. The threefold source of the Saraswati is also mentioned in the Sixth Book. Rig Veda says that the Saraswati River had a “threefold” source (6.61.12).  “Let the great streams come hither with their mighty help, Sindhu, Saraswati, and Sarayu with waves” (Rig Veda 10.64.9). Rig Veda says that the Saraswati burst the ridges of the hills, slayed the mountains, had a wide tract, and was the mightiest of streams (6:61:2, 6, 8, 11, 13, and 7:96:1). Saraswati River is described as flowing pure from the mountains to the ocean bestowing fertility and prosperity on the lands through which she passed. Saraswati River is eulogized as

Karuppanna Swamy – About Hindu God Karuppasamy

Karuppanna Swamy, or Karuppusamy, is a very popular Hindu village deity in Madurai, Tirunelveli, Ramanathapuram and Trichy districts of Tamil Nadu. He is the guardian deity of the village and destroyer of evil spirits haunting the village. He is one of the 21 folk deities associated with Aiyanar. Legend has it that Karuppanna Swamy appeared from the right hand of Lord Vishnu and hence also known as ‘Kaianaar.’ ‘Kai’ means hand. The temple of Karuppanna Swamy is just outside the village as he is the guardian of the village. He will be standing on a raised platform mostly under a tree. He is generally depicted with large eyes and moustache, and holding a sword, bow and arrow, sickle or a club. He is with two arms and has dark skin tone. In some instances, Karuppanna Swamy will be standing along with 7 virgin goddesses (kanniyamar), hunting dog, lion, horse and other animals. Different Names of Karuppanna Swamy Sangili Karuppan – Holds Iron Chain Cappani Karuppan – Hold

Interview With Nilesh Parab Author Of Book – Hindu Spirituality In A Nutshell

Hindu Spirituality In A Nutshell is a small but unique book by Nilesh Parab on spirituality. It is a helpful guide for those wishing to undertake a spiritual journey. Below is the interview: What prompted you to writing this short book on Hindu spirituality? I have always been inspired by the Bhagavad Gita since I read it back in college. Back in 2004-2005 I was undergoing some personal problems and turned to spirituality for solace. It was then that I re-read the Gita and it’s teachings. It was a fulfilling read, and I felt that the concepts put forth in it should be easily accessible to people who are new to Hinduism, or who are testing the waters, or even to give a clear “big picture” to those well-versed in Hinduism. I have tried to keep the book short, written it in simple language and with easy-to-understand diagrams. It is meant for people with busy lives to understand the core / basics of Hinduism in less than 30 minutes. You start the book point towards the basic tea

Man Is Limited By Unlimited Desire - Knowledge From Hinduism

Man is a limited creature controlled by unlimited desire. Quite often, we do not even realize that we are trapped in a web of desires with no escape. The result of it is constant suffering. We burn in our desires daily. Just as smoke covers fire, dirt covers a mirror, and a womb covers a foetus, so does the desire cover the wisdom (Gita Chapter 3 – Verse 38) Desires are infinite and it only creates unlimited troubles to the Self and the society. Trouble in life begins when our desires become our master and begin to control us. The wisdom of even intelligent people is covered by that eternal enemy, in the form of desire, which is like an insatiable fire. (Gita Chapter 3 – Verse 39) A certain amount of desire is necessary for life to progress. Troubles start when we are unable to stop with the necessary desires. Bhagavad Gita refers to desire as the eternal enemy. Therefore, we should be eternally alert and vigilant. Bhagavad Gita also refers to desire as fire.