Dreaming about worms is very rare but people do see it in dreams. The meaning of so many worms in dream is that you will be facing numerous problems in future – the problems might be small or big but it will give you sleepless nights. Dreaming of eating worms is a suggestion that you are making bad friendships which will destroy you without your knowledge. It also means enemies will cause problems. The dream of worms wriggling means that you will be seeing weird things and you will see or be part of disgusting things in real life. The dream of worms in your body is also a kind of warning that you need to be clean and you need to be clutter free. This dream happens when you know very well that you are unclean and are not doing anything about it.   Here are some more interpretations of worms dream: 1. Symbol of Negativity and Decay Decomposition and Renewal : Worms often represent decay and decomposition. Dreaming of worms might indicate that something in your life is decayin...

 Bhagavata Tatparya Nirnaya is a commentary in prose on 1,600 verses out of the 18,000 verses of Srimad Bhagavad purana. It is one of the principal works of Sri Madhvacharya (1238 – 1317 CE) philosopher-sage who founded the Dvaita (dualistic) school of Hindu philosophy. The interpretation of Sri Madhvacharya is in accordance with the dictum that the exposition of Vedas is to be done with the aid of epics and Puranas. His exposition embodies a systematic attempt at an enduring integration of Vishnu in Vedas and Puranas with Brahman of Vedanta. He achieves this through a comprehensive survey of the Puranic and pancaratra sources and harmonizes them with Brahma Sutras of Badarayana. In the process, he reconciles the seeming contradictions of the texts and highlights the essentially theistic realism of Srimad Bhagavata Purana. As an exponent of the theory that God alone is an independent and non-dual reality, Sri Madhvacharya through his exposition of the tales and episodes in Srim...

For peace, money, prosperity and desire fulfillment like marriage etc, Revathi nakshatra born people should visit temples and perform worship and puja monthly when there is Revathi, Ayilyam (Aslesha) and Thriketta (Ketta or Jyeshta) nakshatras in a month. Prayers should also be offered to Navagraha Budha – the lord of the nakshatra - and Guru or Vyazham or Brihaspati – the lord of Rashi. When Revathi nakshatra falls on Wednesday, the nakshatra born person should observe fast on the day and chant prayers dedicated to Vishnu like ‘om namo narayanaya namah.’ Reading Srimad Bhagavad Purana and chanting Vishnu Sahasranama is highly beneficial. It is also beneficial if you to feed animals and plant trees on the day. Donating for elephant and peacock protection is meritorious for the nakshatra. Revathi nakshatra is good for marriage, vidyarambam, and annaprashan.

Rurujit Vidhana is a particular type of consecration of murtis or vigrahams in a Hindu temple. In Rurujith Vidhanam, a powerful and fierce form of Goddess Kali is worshipped. The Goddess worshipped in Rurujit Vidhana is a combined form of Goddess worshipped in Kashmir Shaivism, very higher forms of Goddess known as Kalasankarshini and Mahatada and also the Tripurasundari form in Srividya. The highly powerful vidyas of Mahatatha Padhathi and Srividya Padhathi are part of Rurujit Vidhana. In temples following Rurujith Vidhanam, there will be pratishta or murtis of Shiva, Rurujit form of Goddess Kali, Saptamatrikas and Kshetrapala. The temple complex will have east facing Shiva temple in the middle. Saptamatrikas will be consecrated in a long rectangular platform facing north or east. Temples following Rurujit Vidhana are mainly found in North Kerala. A classic example is the famous Kodungallur Temple and Madayi Kavu temple.

When Sri Ramanujacharya stayed in Tirupati for one year, milk, curd and ghee was supplied by Thumbimaankondi. Once, Sri Ramanujacharya called her to his place to pay her money for milk, curd and ghee for the whole year. To the surprise of Sri Ramanujacharya, Thumbimankondi did not take the money instead she asked Sri Ramanujacharya to give her moksha or liberation. Sri Ramanujacharya asked her who told her that he can provide moksha to her. An innocent Thumbimankondi told Sri Ramanujacharya that if he gave a letter of recommendation to Srinivasa (Venkateswara) she would get moksha. Sri Ramanujacharya wanted to know what he should write in the letter. She told that he should write so powerfully and intensely that she be granted moksha. Sri Ramanujacharya then wanted to know if he indeed write such a letter what will she do with it. Thumbimankondi told Sri Ramanujacharya that she would climb the Tirumala hills with the letter and then present the letter to Lord Venkateshwara wo...

Ratnabhishekamurti is a form of Vishnu or Sri Krishna. In this form, Sri Krishna avatar of Bhagavan Vishnu sits under the Kalpavriksha tree. The leaves of the tree shed gems and other precious stones. As Sri Krishna sits under the tree the gems falls on him and thus abhishekam is performed with gems and precious stones to Vishnu. Kalpavriksha is the wish fulfilling tree in Hinduism. The tree is believed to have appeared during the samudra manthan or churning of ocean. Indra, the king of Devas, took it to Devaloka and planted it there. Ratnabhishekamurti is worshipped for wealth and money. It is believed that this form of Sri Krishna blesses a devotee with prosperity. This form also worshipped to overcome all kinds of financial problems. There is a belief that this form blesses an unwavering devotee with sudden wealth – like winning lottery or winning games etc.

Kali mantra for health and to overcome chronic diseases is dedicated to Goddess Guhya Kali. This form of Mother Goddess Kali is associated with siddhi and good health. Here is the Kali Mantra for health. Kali Mantra For Health हूं ह्रीं गुह्ये कालिके क्रीं क्रीं हूं हूं ह्रीं ह्रीं स्वाहा। Hum Hreem Gruhya Kalike Kreem Kreem Hum Hum Hreem Hreem Swaha This powerful mantra is known as the Panchadasakshari Guhya Kali mantra. This is a tantric mantra and should not be chanted carelessly. How To Chant Kali Mantra For Health? The mantra should be chanted beginning on a Tuesday. This mantra should be chanted early morning 1.5 hours before sunrise. The person chanting the mantra should take bath and wear red or saffron color dress. The person should apply red color sindoor on forehead. A lamp should be lit on the west side of the house using sesame oil. Offer red color flowers. Offer a red color cloth. Offer a red color sweet. Offer a coconut. The devotee should then sit fa...

Raktham means blood and many devotees try to connect Raktha pushpanjali with blood offering in Kerala temples. But this is not true. There is no blood involved in this popular ritual in temples. Raktha Pushpanjali is usually offered in Devi or Bhagavathi temples – temples dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti. The main offerings include red color flowers and Raktachandan (red color chandan). The offering is made for various desire fulfillments, to overcome bad period in life and horoscope, to defeat enemies and for victory in interviews and exams. By paying a token amount as prescribed by the temple authorities any devotee can get a Raktha pushpanjali performed.

Dreaming of wine is not good as per dream interpretation and meaning. Dream of wine in glass means you will make mistakes or accidents in near future and it might be prove costly. Seeing dream of red wine floating means you will miss opportunity to fulfill a desire. It also means problems in relationship. Seeing you drinking wine and being happy means there will be success and happy occasion. Dreaming of you forcibly drinking wine is a sign that someone whom you trusted might cheat you. Dreaming of wine barrels means you might face legal problems. You will have to pay fine or visit police station. Some more common interpretations of wine dream: 1. Celebration and Joy Context: Drinking wine in a festive setting. Meaning: This often symbolizes celebration, joy, and social success. It can indicate that the dreamer is experiencing happiness or is about to enjoy a period of celebration in their waking life. 2. Relaxation and Pleasure Context: Sipping wine in a calm, relaxed envir...

Raktakandaswamy is a god worshipped in Hindu temples in Kerala. The deity is also known as Arathakandan. This form is only worshipped in Kerala and people believe that this is Ayyappa or Sastha. It is believed that Raktakandaswamy blesses and helps devotees in achieving victory in battles. This deity is today worshipped for wish fulfillment, to overcome fear, to solve sleep related issues and to mitigate fears of ghost and other evil spirits. One comes across couple of Arthakandan Kavukal in South Kerala. These are sacred groves dedicated to the deity. The most famous temple dedicated to Raktakandaswamy is located at Omalloor in Pathanamthitta district (Kerala). The temple is 4 km south of Pathanamthitta town. Many devotees going to Sabarimala visit the shrine as this is rarest of rare forms of Ayyappa.

The name Chitrakatha or Chitrakathai is derived from two words, Chitra (a picture) and Katha (story). Narrating stories through pictures and paintings in ancient Hinduism was known as Chitrakatha. The tradition of telling stories with the aid of pictures can be traced back to 2 nd century BCE as Patanjali in his Mahabhashya makes a reference to performances of the Krishna legend played by actors called subhika with chitras, paintings, and also the recitation of grathikas, small pothis or books. There is enough evidence in ancient and medieval literature pointing to the tradition of picture showmen. Uddyotana Suri has mentioned a samsara chakra pata in his Prakrit text of Kuvalayamala Katha, dated Shaka 700 (778-9 CE) in which a large painting on a canvas is discussed. It is therefore clear that the institution of painting and picture showmen has been common in ancient India. This is found in some form or the other in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Bengal, South India and other states even ...

Most Hindus know only about the two sons of Shiva and Goddess Parvati – Ganesha and Kartikeya. But there are some scriptures which talk about Aranyani, who is a daughter of Shiva and Goddess Parvati. When Shiva and Parvati were fighting against Andhakasura, they gave away their daughter Aranyani to Kalpavriksha. The divine tree was asked to keep her safe from all kinds of dangers. The divine couple also asked Kalpavriksha to bring their daughter up as Vanadevi, the Goddess of forests. Kalpavriksha is the wish fulfilling tree in Hinduism. The tree is believed to have appeared during the samudra manthan or churning of ocean. Indra, the king of Devas, took it to Devaloka and planted it there. Vanadevi is the Goddess of forests. She protects the trees, shrubs and all plants in the forests. She also looks after the animals residing in forests. Please note here that Aranyani is a Vedic Goddess too and she is the Goddess of forests in Vedas.

The beej mantra of Bhagwan Vishnu is the single letter used to represent all that is Bhagavan. The mantra has numerous benefits and should be used wisely and carefully. Vishnu Beej Mantra is ‘IM’ - इम - ഇമ്   Chanting the mantra on Thursday is considered highly auspicious. The person chanting the mantra should wear yellow color clothes. All offerings on the day should be of yellow color. All food offerings should be shared with a cow. The lamp should be lit using pure cow ghee. Those seeking desire fulfillments will have it fulfilled. Spiritual seekers will get opportunity to wash away ignorance and see the light of knowledge. Those seeking moksha or liberation will be blessed with it.

Dreaming of Vaishno Devi temple is good as per dream interpretation and meaning. First important meaning is that Maa Vaishno Devi is asking you to come and visit her. It is also a sign that you will see peace and progress, if you follow dharma and goodness. Dreaming of praying before pindi of Goddess Vaishno Devi means there will be increase in wealth. You will find solution to an ongoing problem. Trekking or walking to Maa Vaishno Devi temple means you will achieve success in life you are ready to do hard work. There will be such an opportunity in near future and you should make use of it. Here are some more possible meanings of Vaishno Devi Temple dream: Spiritual Significance Divine Blessing : Dreaming of Vaishno Devi Temple may symbolize receiving divine blessings. Vaishno Devi is a revered goddess in Hinduism, and her temple is a significant pilgrimage site. This dream can indicate that the dreamer feels blessed or is seeking divine intervention in their life. Spiritual Journe...

The story of Uddalaka and his son Svetaketu is found in the Chandogya Upanishad. As per the tradition of the family in those days when the child turned twelve, the child   was advised by his father to gather knowledge. Accordingly, Svetaketu had his education with a forest sage and returned home. On his return, Uddalaka noticed that his son Svetaketu carried a sense of pride on his face. The former realized that Svetaketu indeed had not realized the true knowledge of Brahman. So father Uddalaka teaches his son Svetaketu. So, Uddalaka said, “Can you hear that which cannot be heard by the ear? Can you see what cannot be seen by the eyes? Can you know what cannot be known by the mind?” Svetaketu was stunned at this and requested his father to teach him more. At this, Uddalaka continued, “When you know one lump of clay, you know all that is made of clay. When you know one pair of iron tongs, you know all that is made of iron. When you know one nugget of gold, you know a...

As per dream interpretation and meaning, dreaming of vampires means you will get into trouble trying to fulfill your desires or wishes. You will also face trouble due to animals or reptiles. You might face poison related problems. Dreaming of vampires is a very common dream as people usually think about them after watching vampire movies etc during daytime. To have meaning you should dream about vampires without any daytime influence. Dreaming of vampire with blood in mouth means you will face problems related to wealth. You might also be blamed for something you had not done. You might also cause accident resulting in death or injury of another human or living being. Seeing fangs of vampire in dream means you will be attacked by strangers. Attempts will be made to physically abuse you. It is also a sign of sexual weakness resulting in problems. Dreaming of vampire biting is sign of problems in family life. Your relationship with opposite sex might end suddenly.   Here ar...

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, 7 June 2021 – It is Krishna Paksha Dwadashi Tithi or the twelfth day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Dwadashi Tithi or the twelfth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 9:18 AM on June 7. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Trayodashi Tithi or the thirteenth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 11:16 AM on June 8. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.  Good – Auspicious time on June 7, 2021 as per Hindu Calendar – There is no good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Ashwini or Aswathy Nakshatra till 3:46 AM on June 7. Then onward it is Bharani Nakshatra till 6:16 AM on June 8. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), ...

Dreaming of vulture is generally considered bad but there also some good signs in them as per dream interpretation and meaning. Simply dreaming of vulture means death or accident. It also means those friends or relatives you expected to help you will not lend you the helping hand. Dreaming of vulture tearing body of dead animals means you will get opportunity to clean up a bad act of yours. It also means you will get sin redemption. You will be forgiven. Dreaming of vulture eating human body means you will witness death by accident. It also means you will be helpless in a testing situation. Dreaming of lots of vulture together means you will be attacked by enemies. Fight in unknown place. There will be no support from colleagues or friends. You will be accused of something you had not done. Dreaming of vulture flying in sky means you will get success with hard work. There will be hidden opportunity and you need to find them for progress and success. Here are some more common me...

Brahma Nadi is the spinal channel as per Yoga. There are 72,000 such nadis present in the human body. Out of them, 14 nadis are said to be more important. The most important nadi is called Sushumna. It goes from the muladhara energy center at the base of the body up to the head. In modern physiology it is called the spinal cord. Inside it is the spinal canal, which is called brahma nadi. It is also known as Brahma dwara and is mentioned in Shat-chkranirupana - 3 and Hathayogapradipika – II:65. The name because kundalini power which remains dormant in all of us, when aroused, rises up through the brahma nadi, piercing through the six chakras situated on the way, ultimately merges into Shiva, located inside of the brain. Their union results in the realization of Brahman, the basic reality underlying life. Therefore, this nadi, is called the Brahma nadi. The Brahma nadi is said to be surrounded by two other nadis, namely chitrini and vajra. These three nadis are located inside the vertebr...

Maihar Devi Temple is located atop Trikut mountain at Maihar in Satna. The deity worshipped in temple is known as Maihar Devi or Maa Sarada Devi. The shrine is also known as Ma Sarada Devi Mandir. The temple is located about 5 km from Maihar railway station. Legend has it that when Shiva was carrying the body of Sati around the world and Vishnu used his Sudarshana Chakra to cut the body of Sati, the right breast of Goddess Sati fell at Maihar. The popular belief is that Goddess Maihar is mother to her devotees. She blesses her devotees with knowledge and strength. Devotees that strive for self realization and salvation, or Moksha, never return without fulfilling them. Maihar Devi Temple was built around 500 AD. One has to climb 1063 steps to reach the temple which atop the Trikoota Mountain. Ropeway facility is also available now.

Dreaming of vegetable garden is a good dream as per dreaming interpretation and meaning. Simply having a dream of vegetable garden means there will be good things happening in life. Seeing vegetable garden with herbs or green leafy vegetables means that you will be able to solve a big problem that has been troubling you for a while. You might have thought the problem was hard to solve but you will soon find an easy solution. Dreaming of vegetable garden which is pest infected with vegetables rotting means you will be exposed or a secret of yours will be revealed. It also means unexpected health problems in family or accidents. Dreaming of vegetable garden and bees or butterflies means there will be progress. You can expect good relationship. Luck in romance matters. Dreaming of you working in vegetable garden means your hard work will be rewarded. Your talent will earn you reputation and fame. Seeing dream of you picking vegetable from garden means that you will be going on a...

Koodali Kavu temple is located on the Kannur – Mattannur road at Koodali in Kannur district, Kerala. The main murti worshipped in the temple is Daivathar. The main murti is also believed to have Shivamsham and some consider it to be Kirathamoorthy. The main deity faces west and there are no Upa Devatas. The main festival in the temple is held on Malayalam month Vrischikam 6 and 7. There is also a belief that Daivathar took the form of bull (kala) and arrived here from Virajpetta. The temple belonged to Chadrothidam, Kuzhangridam, Kurichattidam and Othayothidam. The temple is now managed by a trust.

Koodapuzha Sastha temple is located at Kudapuzha near Chalakudy in Thrissur district, Kerala. The temple is one among the 108 Ayyappa temples in Kerala. It is believed that Makaram Pallikavu mentioned in Thottam Pattu is the Koodapuzha Sree Dharma Sastha temple. The annual festival in the temple begins in Dhanu Masam (December - January). Kavadi Utsavam is major festival during the annual festival and a day is dedicated to it. The form Shasta worshipped in the temple is Bala Sastha (Child form of Ayyappa). He holds Ratnakalasham and faces west. There is a big pond in front of the temple. Sree Chakra is worshipped in the temple. The Upa Devatas worshipped in the temple are Shivan, Ganapathi, Durga and Bhadrakali. It is believed that the murti worshipped in the temple was intended to be consecrated in the famous Arattupuzha temple. But due to some reason the vigraham was consecrated here.

Kumbapilly Bhagavathi temple is located north of Thiruvaniyoor Kumbapilly bus stop on the Ernakulam – Piravom road in Ernakulam district, Kerala. The 7-day annual festival in the temple is held in such a manner that it ends on Pooram nakshatra day in Meenam month. The festival ends with Guruthi. There are two temples located here one is the Kumbapilly Bhagavathi temple and the other is the Tuluva Kulangara Sri Krishna temple. The Bhagavathi worshipped in the temple is of swayambhu sankalpam. Both temples face east. Kumbapilly Bhagavathi is believed to have an association with the Kodungallur Bhagavathi. The temple belonged to Periyal   Mana. Now the temple is maintained by Kokkapilli karayogam.

Dhara is the pouring of Abhisheka water from Hindu snake temples on the body of the person suffering in life due to the anger of Nagas. The dhara is performed with water, milk, or tender coconut water. First dhara is offered to Nagaraja and Nagayakshi. Those suffering from the wrath of nagas will be seated in front of the temple and the holy water or tirtha from the shrine will be poured on the person’s body. It is believed that the process cures bad luck and illnesses. The offering will help in removing dullness, diseases and bad luck. This ritual is widely performed in Naga Temples in Kerala.

Kuttoor Sastha Temple is located at Kuttoor in Vamanapuram in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. The 8-day annual festival ends on Uthram nakshatra day in Meenam month with Arattu. The festival is also known as Kuttoor pooram. On the Pallivetta day in the temple, when caparisoned elephant arrives with the Thidambu on the other bank of lake, Kaniyan offers olakkuda and eetta (a type of bamboo) to Sastha. It is believed that the temple got its other name name of Koladikavu from this ritual. Now, in this ritual the main member of the temple committed carries the olakkuda and people carry eetta and the ritual is known as ‘Kuvakoladi.’   The temple is mentioned in the Thottam Pattu and thus it is one among the 108 Ayyappa temples in Kerala. The temple is known as Koladikavu in Thottam Pattu. The sreekovil of the temple is considerably big and it faces east. The main murti worshipped in the sanctum sanctorum is Sastha. The Upa Devatas worshipped in the temple are Ganapathi an...

Kuttumukku Mahadeva Temple is located around 5 km northeast of Thrissur town in Kerala. The main festival in the temple is held in Kumbham month. The 10-day festival is held in such a manner that it ends on Thiruvathira nakshatra day in Kumbham month. The festival ends with Arattu on March 8, 2025. The form of Shiva worshipped in the temple is Kirathamoorthy. It is believed that the prathishta (consecration) in the temple was performed by Khara Maharishi. The Shivling worshipped in the temple is nearly 4 feet tall. The darshanam of the temple is towards west. The Upa Devatas worshipped in the temple are Ganapathy, Sasthavu and Vishnu. The main offering in the temple is ‘ayiram kudam dhara’ – pouring 1000 pot water on the Shivling. The temple belonged to six illams including Thrikkel, Kizhake Erannoor, Padinjare Erannoor, Chettai, Karambiri and Karumadu. All these illams no longer exist. Tipu Sultan attempted to destroy the temple but miraculously the soldiers were attacked ...

Kuruvakkavu Ayyappa temple is located Eranhikkal in Karanthur In Kozhikode district, Kerala. The temple is near the Ambalpady bus stop on Kozhikode – Atholi road. The main murti worshipped in the temple is Ayyappa and Vettakkorumakan. The murti or vigraham of Ayyappa worshipped in the temple is swayambhu. In the sanctum sanctorum, Ayyappa gives darshan along with Prabha and Sathyaka (Prabha Sathyakasamethanaya Ayyappan). It is believed that Vettakkorumakan was later installed in the sreekovil by a local ruler. The deities face east and the subsidiary deity worshipped in the temple is Ganapathi. Annually, on the Makaravilakku or Makara Sankrama day, pattum vilakku festival is held. The temple belonged to Karamballi Kuruppu, who were the naduvazhis of the area (local rulers). Nearby there is a Subrahmanya Temple with two tier sreekovil or sanctum sanctorum. The main murti worshipped in the temple is Murugan or Subrahmanian. The Upa Devatas in this temple are Vettakkorumakan, ...

Vaital Temple is an 8th century AD shrine located around a kilometer northwest of the world famous Lingaraj Temple at Bhubaneswar in Odisha. A tantric temple, it is dedicated to Goddess Chamunda. The shrine is noted for its erotic sculptures and is also a classic example of Kalinga architecture. The main murti of Goddess Chamunda is depicted as sitting on a dead body, flanked by an owl and a jackal. She has an emaciated body with sunken eyes and sunken belly. The entire look and form of the deity is ferocious. The temple is rectangular and has a vault roof that looks like an upturned boat. The fifteen niches of the shrine hold various types of images. A four-faced lingam adorns the front entrance. An exquisitely carved image of the Sun God flanked by Usha and Pratyusha symbolizing the dawn is installed on its outer eastern face. Aruna is also found pulling the chariot of the sun.

Meaning of dreaming of vacation depends on the situation as per dream interpretation. Dream of you happily on vacation means you will soon hear happy news or there will happy occasions in life like get together or return to home. It also means there will be new member in the family. Dreaming of you going for vacation along with family members is a sign of progress and new opportunity. It also means success and luck. Dreaming of you on vacation alone means you will be day dreaming about achieving certain things in life. You will not do the hard work but want to achieve success and money. It also means loneliness or depression. Dreaming of vacation with people you have not seen means loss of property. It also means failure due to carelessness. Dreaming of vacation with opposite sex means you will get success if you are determined and are ready to work hard. Luck in romance related matters.   Here's an expanded look at the potential interpretations of vacation dream: 1. Desi...

Teachings of Sage Narada to Suka, the parrot son of Sage Vyasa, are found in the Mahabharata and the Puranas. There is no eye like knowledge, no sorrow like attachment, no happiness like renunciation. One who has renounced the fruits of all actions, who is desireless and possessionless, one who has renounced everything is the truly wise man. Non-possession, deep contentment, desirelessness, deliberation before action constitute the highest good. Possession is attended with harm. A silkworm spinning his cocoon is enmeshed in his own possession. Men entangled in their sons, wives and family sink down into ruin like elephants sunk in the muddy soil of the lake. One who likes to live in society is like an animal tied down by halter. The good break this bound and get free. This body, the abode of the elements is perishable, foul, and full of diseases. The soul dwelling inside is beginningless, deathless and incorporeal. There is no end to thirst; contentment is...

Dreaming of visiting temple is considered a good sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. It means that soon you will have to give up a bad habit or bad friendship. It also means solution to financial or relationship related problems. Dreams of going to temple mean a thing that was disturbing you will be solved. Dreaming of several temples means you will turn spiritual. You will find happiness sattvic lifestyle. You might give up some of your evil ways or bad thoughts. The dream also means opportunity to travel. If you are dreaming of visiting a known temple and you are happy then it means you will go and spend more time with friends or relatives. It also means that you might opportunity to good food. Dreaming of inside a temple at night and you are scared means your enemies might try to trick you. You should not fall into the trap of those who are trying to lure you away from good habits. Dreaming of visiting temple with family or friends means happy occasions in the fami...

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Sunday, 6 June 2021 – It is Krishna Paksha Ekadashi Tithi or the eleventh day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Ekadashi Tithi or the eleventh day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 7:36 AM on June 6. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Dwadashi Tithi or the twelfth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 9:18 AM on June 7. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.  Good – Auspicious time on June 6, 2021 as per Hindu Calendar – Good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Revati Nakshatra till 1:30 AM on June 6. Then onward it is Ashwini or Aswathy Nakshatra till 3:46 AM on June 7. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Ashwini or Aswath...

Offerings in Hindu puja is directly associated with the five elements of Nature. Offering of water in Hindu puja represents the water element. Offering of food Prasad or bhog or naivedya, sandal paste, saffron or musk represents the earth element. Offering of flowers represents akasha or the whole space. Offering of incense represents vayu or air. Offering of lamp or diya represents tejas or the fire element. The process of offering five different puja items is based on Paramananda Tantra. It is offering the five elements through five representations. External worship aims at a transformation of the devotee into deity. It is an internalization of the external world. It brings new meaning to what one experiences through one’s sense organs and brings a complete harmony of being with the five elements on one hand, and the para vidya (the supreme knowledge of the nature of pure consciousness) on the other.

In Manasa Puja (mental or conceptual worship in Hindu puja), the different patterns of two finger formations are used along with beeja mantras of each element in nature to conceive offerings. The lam bija, which is the union of the thumb with the little finger, represents the earth element offering. The ham bija, which is the union of thumb and index finger, indicates the akasha or space element offering. The yam bija, which is the union of thumb and ring finger, represents the offering of vayu or air element. The ram bija, which is the union of middle finger and the thumb, indicates the offering of tejas or fire element. The vam bija, which is the union of ringer finger and thumb, indicates the offering of water element. There is also a single offering known as sam bjia, which is the offering of betel leaves, betel nut, lime paste and acacia. This indicates the offering of all the elements to the supreme reality.

Sri Kasht Nivaran Hanuman temple is was constructed in the 18th century and is within the Somnath Mandir complex in Gujarat.  Somnath Temple, which was repeatedly vandalized by Muslim invaders, was rebuilt in 1783 AD by Peshwa of Pune, Raja Bhonsle of Nagpur, Chhatrapati Bhonsle of Kolhapur, Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore and Shrimant Patil Buva Shinde of Gwalior. The Hanuman temple was built in the boundary of the renovated Somnath temple to have an incident free construction. As Hanuman here gave courage and conviction to build the temple without any hindrance, the shrine came be known as Kasht Nivaran Hanuman. The murti of Kasht Nivaran Hanuman is five feet tall. He is covered with sindoor all over his body. He eyes are bright and alert. He has ornaments around his neck and arms. The right hand of the murti is in abhaya mudra. Sri Kasht Nivaran Hanuman Mandir is small but a beautiful one.

Malola Narasimha Swamy is one of the lesser known murtis of  Narasimha  Avatar of Vishnu. This is a soumya form – calm and peaceful form – of Narasimha. He is depicted along with Goddess Lakshmi. This Narasimha murti has his front arms in blessing posture; his rear arms bear the chakra and conch. Goddess Lakshmi sits on his lap. Malola Narasimha Swamy is worshipped for attaining peace and prosperity. He is also worshipped by those seeking moksha or liberation. The murti is worshipped mainly in temples in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. The most important Malola Narasimha temple s is located in Upper Ahobilam.

Naga or snake is a symbol of fertility and water in Hindu religion. Most Hindu temples have sculptures or murtis of serpents. As per Hindu scriptures, Nagas reside in Patala, the last of the seven worlds under the earth and their king is Ananta or Sesha. Naga is a general term used in Hindu religion for quasi divine hybrid beings that guard the mineral wealth of the earth. They are represented as having a varying number of hoods. Often they are portrayed as handsome men wearing crowns, large earrings and ornaments, accompanied by beautiful women with a single cobra hoods over their heads. In sculptures, Nagas appear as subservient to or adjuncts of important deities or as popular household guardians of rivers, tanks, well etc. In South India, women desiring children set up votive naga stones under the trees and worship them. Snake sculptures are also associated with nature worship. Ancient Hindus had realized that Nature is essential to our lives – from water, food, clothes a...

Dreaming of uncle is considered good as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will be seeing positive results in career, profession and other similar matters. But if the uncle is a bad person or you have had some experiences with him then you might face difficulties in relationships and there will be increase in enemy activities. If you dream of uncle in a distant place or abroad means you will travel to distant places. Dreaming of a retired or well settled uncle means you will be content and happy with the current developments in professional matters. Dreaming of uncle teasing your or attacking you means you will face near death situations or accidents. Dreaming of death of a good uncle means your enemies might cause some serious damage. Dreaming of drunkard uncle means you might be poisoned by animals or might face poison related problems. Here are some more common interpretations of uncle dream: Family Dynamics : Dreaming of an uncle might reflect aspec...

This is a thought on freedom by Swami Ranganathananda (15 December 1908 – 25 April 2005) - Swamiji served as the 13th president of Ramakrishna Mission. There is an element of freedom in every man.  We are a bundle of bondage and freedom. Body is the product of food, and so also is mind. They are controlled and bound by nature. But there is a focus of light inside us, though glimmering in our present state, which is the true focus of freedom. That is the atman, the divine spark, which is beyond nature. The little semblances of freedom we all experience in our day-to-day life is due to the light of atman, which percolates through the intellect, mind, senses, and the body. It makes all these faculties energized and vital. In a physical existence, where the light of atman seems submerged in the psycho-sensory mire, we are totally in bondage. Most of us do not even realize that we are bound. We remain satisfied. But when this great blessing of ‘the desire to be free’ enter...