The State of Gujarat in India conducts Jagannath Rath Yatra similar to the world famous Puri Jagannath Ratha Yatra and the most popular is the Ahmedabad Rath Yatra. In 2023, the date of Rath Yatra in Gujarat is June 20. In 2023, it is the 146th year of celebrations. The Rathas used in the Rath Yatra are small in size compared to the huge Rathas in Puri. In Gujarat, Rath Yatra is also held in many cities and towns like Bhavnagar , Vadodara, Gandhinagar, Surat and Porbandar. The Rath Yatras in various cities, towns and villages in Gujarat take place on the same day when the Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra takes place. Three small chariots with the idols of Lord Jagannath ( Krishna ), Balarama (Balabhadra) and Subhadra are pulled by the devotees through the cities, towns and villages. Thousands of devotees throng the streets on the day to have a ‘darshan’ of the deities. The Ahmedabad Rath Yatra has a history of  143 years. The procession begins from the Jagannath temple in

Gupt Navratri, also referred as Gayatri or Ashada Navratri, is nine days dedicated to the nine forms of Shakti (Mother Goddess) in the Hindi month of Ashada (June – July). Gupt Navaratri is observed during the Ashada Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of moon). In 2023, Gupt Navratri begins on June 19 and ends on July 27. Gupt Navratri rituals are followed mainly in the Hindi speaking states in India . It is largely observed by women in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The nine days are dedicated to worship of various forms of Shakti. This Navratri is particularly important for all Upasakas or worshippers of Varahi . Varahi is one of the seven Matrikas of Devi Mahatmya. It is also referred as Guhya Navratri in Himachal Pradesh. Some people fast on certain days of Gupt Navratri and vegetarian food is consumed during the period. The most important event during the nine-day period is community worship of the nine forms of Durga or Shakti. Women in a locality gather in a househo

What is the lakshana indicative quality, mark, sign or characteristic of a jnani (a person with correct knowledge)?, to which Sri Ramana Maharshi replied. The jnani is like a fan or a veena. If a fan or veena is left untouched, it will remain still and silent, but if anyone waves a fan, it will give a cool and pleasant breeze, and if anyone plays a veena, it will make beautiful music. Likewise, if no one asks the jnani anything or disturbs him in any other way, he will remain quiet, but if anyone kindles him in an appropriate manner, he will reveal many wonderful truths. Hearing this, Sadhu Om composed a Tamil verse expressing this idea, and then remarked: The jnani is like a calm pool of water. Left undisturbed, the pool remains still, but if a stone is thrown in it, ripples will begin radiating from the point the stone touches the surface. Likewise, of his own accord the jnani will not say anything, but if he is asked any questions, apt answers will emerge from him. On a prev

Dreaming of erosion is a bad omen as per dream interpretation and meaning. The dream means soon you will face financial problems or abandonment by someone you trusted or looked up to. Dreams of erosion also mean loss of strength, vitality and positivity. It is a kind of warning. Dreaming of erosion and you see yourself in the dream means you will soon regret a decision of yours. You might face rebellion. It also means sudden problems in relationships and marriage. Dreams of erosion and you see other people mean you will not get help when required. It also means people whom you had put your faith will not be able to help you. Dream of erosion and you wake up crying or terrified means loss of property and natural calamities.

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Sunday, 3 July 2022 – It is Shukla Paksha Chaturthi tithi or the fourth day during the waxing or light phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Shukla Paksha Chaturthi tithi or the fourth day during the waxing or light phase of moon till 1:47 PM on July 3. Then onward it is Shukla Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth day during the waxing or light phase of moon till 2:38 PM on July 4. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.  Good – Auspicious time on July 3, 2022 as per Hindu Calendar – There is no good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Ashlesha or Ayilyam nakshatra till 4:27 AM on July 3. Then onward it is Magha or Makam nakshatra till 5:14 AM on July 4 . (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Ashlesha or Ayilyam na