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Shankhini Nadi – One Of The Nerves

There are 72,000 nadis (channels) through which vital air flows and shows its activity (Hatha Yoga Pradipika IV.18). These nadis or nerves are said to originate from ‘kanda’ or ‘kunda’, which is a triangular structure at the base of the spine. Kunda literally means a cavity or a pit. Fourteen main nadis, starting from kanda, have been mentioned. Shankhini nadi is one of them. It is said to be situated between two other nadis, namely, Gandhari and Saraswati. From kunda it is said to go to the left ear and then further upward to the head. Shankhini Nadi is also referred to in Sat Chakra Nirupana of Purnananda in the description of kundalini power and six lotuses. In the commentary of the first verse, it is said that one branch of Shankhini emerges from the hollow of the throat, goes obliquely to the forehead and is then united with and twisted around citrine nadi, which in inside vajra nadi, running within sushumna nadi. Next it passes to the head. Arthur Avalon explains that Shankhini

Shankha Smriti – Work On Dharmashastra – The Author Shankha

Shankha Smriti is one of the authoritative works on dharma. It is ascribed to Shankha, who is considered one of the eighteen main authorities on Dharmashastra. It consists of 330 verses divided into eighteen chapters. There are a few prose passages in chapters eleven and twelve. The metrical Shankha Smriti was probably compiled from Dharmasutra (in prose) ascribed to Shankha. This is different from Likhita Smriti (93 verses), Laghu Shanka Smriti (71 verses) and Sankha Likhita Smriti (32 verses), the last two being late compilations. Shankha is mentioned along with his brother Likhita in the Puranas and treatises on dharma that quote many verses from Shankha Smriti. Shankha Smriti describes the duties of the four varnas and some of the different sacraments, commencing from the nuptials. The rules governing the four ashramas (stages in life) are dealt with. Eight types of marriages, rules governing the selection of bride, six kinds of bathing – daily, occasional, optional – as part o

Importance Of Bhoomi Pooja In Hinduism – Worship Of Earth Before Construction

Bhoomi Pooja is of great importance in Hinduism and is an important puja and worship performed before any kind of construction including houses and other buildings. Hindu Religion Bhoomi Pooja is based on the axiom that the Bhoomi or Mother Earth is a living entity that is to be venerated. This is a stand that resonates with a sound line of scientific thinking. It has ecological values at its core and is one of important teachings of the Vedas. Any disturbance to the Earth for the sake of humanity needs to be kept at minimum and the humans apologise to Mother Earth. In fact, every Hindu who grows up traditionally is taught to say the following shloka before putting her feet on the ground after waking up: समुद्रवसने देवि पर्वतस्तनमण्डले । विष्णुपत्नि नमस्तुभ्यं पादस्पर्शं क्षमस्वमे ॥ Samudra Vasane Devi Parvata Sthana Mandale Vishnu Patni Namas Tubhyam Paada Sparsham Kshamasvme She who wears the ocean as her garments and for whom the mountains form the bosom, that con

Gand Yog Based On Nakshatra In Hindu Astrology – Gandh Yoga

Gand Yog or Gandh Yoga is considered a good and auspicious period in Hindu astrology. This yog is calculated based on nakshatra or birth star. The time period of the yog is till the end of nakshatra on the particular day. Gand Yog benefits include better luck and doubling of investments. The time period is good for making all kinds of investments. It is ideal for moving into new rented house and also for any kind of first meeting. It is also good for opening of shops and starting construction etc. Gand Yog happens when Shravan or Thiruvonam or Sravana nakshatra falls on Sunday or Ravivar Uttara Bhadrapada or Uthrattathi nakshatra falls on Monday or Somvar Krittika or Karthika or Karthigai nakshatra falls on Tuesday or Mangalvar Punarvasu or Punartham nakshatra falls on Wednesday or Budhwar Purva Phalguni or Pooram nakshatra falls on Thursday or Guruvar Swathi or Chothi nakshatra falls on Friday or Shukrawar Mool or Moolam nakshatra falls on Saturday or Shanivar. The

Kuttichathan Theyyam - Importance - Origin - Temples

Kuttichathan Theyyam is widely performed in many temples (kavu or groves) in North Kerala, especially in Kannur district. Kuttichathan is a deity known for his magic and in finding treasures. He is also associated with desire fulfillment of devotees. In Theyyam performance, Kuttichathan is the son of Shiva and Goddess Parvati. As per some legends, he is also the son of Shiva and Mohini Avatar of Vishnu Bhagavan. There are hundreds of Kuttichathanmar in Theyyam stories. Two popular Kuttichathanmar are Vishnumaya Kuttichathan and Karikutti Chathan. They were given to Koolivaka by Goddess Parvati. Koolivaka looked after the children like a mother and thus the relationship between Kuttichathan and humans. During the annual Theyyam season in North Kerala, more than 50 temples perform Kuttichathan Theyyam. In majority of the temples, Kuttichathan is a subsidiary deity. Exclusive temples dedicated to Vishnumaya Kuttichathan are found in Thrissur district, Kerala. Some of the temples tha

Mannackanad Chirayil Jaladhivasa Ganapathy Temple – Story – History – Ganapati In Pond

Mannackanad Chirayil Jaladhivasa Ganapathy temple is located at Marangattupilly – Mannackanad in Kottayam district, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Ganesha. Ganapati worshipped in the temple resides in a pond adjacent to the shrine. The priest does avahanam (religious invocation) of Ganapathi and invites him daily to the temple. The deity worshipped here is known as Karimundan Thevar. The Ganapathi worshipped in the temple is the Mahaganapathi with 10 hands. The shrine is located on the banks of a pond. The shrine is exclusively dedicated to Ganesha. Two upa devatas worshipped in the temple are Chamravattom Sastha and Rakshas. As per local history during the Satya Yuga, a huge yajna was conducted here to propitiate Ganapathi. Ganesha emerged from the homa kundam or sacrificial pit. Later the pit turned into a pond. Thousands of years later an elder member of the Karingampilli Swaroopam built a temple on the bank of this pond and installed the Ganapathi murti here. He also sy

Mahakaleshwar Temple Is Located At The Center Of The Strongest Gravity Anomaly

Mahakaleshwar Temple is located at the center of the strongest gravity anomaly or it is located at the densest spot in Indian subcontinent. Below is the extract of the original article published in Swarajyamag. Mahakaleshwar Shiva temple of Ujjain lies beside the Kshipra River in southern Madhya Pradesh, atop the Malwa plateau. It is located on the Tropic of Cancer. The region’s bedrock is dense basaltic rock, formed by massive lava flows which occurred at the fag-end of the Cretaceous period, around 70 million years ago. These basalts are colloquially known as the Deccan Traps, and cover much of peninsular India. The Surya Siddhanta, a remarkable astronomical treatise dated to around 1600 years ago, says that the location of Ujjain is unique because it marks the intersection point of the zero-longitude meridian with the Tropic of Cancer. That is why Mahakaleshwar’s home is also known as ‘the navel of the earth’. However, this uniqueness was inferred a thousand years after the ci

What Do Connected Dreams Mean?

Connected dreams mean you will soon have your desires fulfilled and there will be more clarity to many aspects of life. When you dream of having connected dreams you can expect something different in your daily life. It can be a sudden journey or arrival of someone important to your life. Connected dreams also mean an old relationship or old incident messing up your present life. If you have happened to see yourself in connected dreams then you can expect knowledge about treasure. It also means new ideas and success through shortcuts. It also means return of an old romance. If you are not present in the dream then it means you will see missed opportunity in near future. It also means you will have lucky escape from an accident as you were late. Connected dreams are very rare and when it happens you can expect serious changes in near future to present life.

What Does It Mean When You Dream Of A Camera?

Dreaming of camera is a sign of hope and courage as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will have more confidence and you will feel empowered. It also means you will go through an eye-opening incident. When you dream of camera it also means travel and making a career out of your hobby. Dream of camera and you are crying or scared suggests you will make some terrible mistake or commit some kind of crime and you are afraid that you will be caught. It also means getting clicked in an embarrassing situation. Dreaming of camera and you are happy means you will trap an enemy or someone you hate. It also means you will score victory over your enemies. It also means happiness due to another person in your life. Dreams of camera also mean fame and reputation especially if you see lot of people in the dream who are happy along with you.

Story Of Scorpion And Saint - Follow One's Nature

A saint standing in the river once saw a scorpion floating by. He thought to save its life and picked it up from the water, but it stung him with its tail, causing immense pain, which he could not bear, so the scorpion fell back in the water as his hand recoiled. Again, the saint picked it up, and the same story repeated itself. Someone asked the saint why he kept doing this, when creature was causing him so much pain. The saint said, “It is following its nature. When such a creature does not leave its nature, why should I leave mine?” Discomfort should not cause one to leave one’s essential nature. Source – Book titled – Be Love Now: The Path of the Heart By Ram Dass ............... Another version of this story describes a fox who agrees to carry a scorpion on its back across a river, upon the condition that the scorpion doesn't sting him. But the scorpion does indeed sting the fox when they are in midstream. As the fox begins to drown, taking the scorpion with him

Dreaming Of Having A Miscarriage When Not Pregnant

Dreaming of having a miscarriage when not pregnant is a sign of insecurity and negativity as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will be scared about important phases of life like marriage, kids and relationship. It also means confusion in life. Dreams of having a miscarriage when not pregnant also means you are surrounded by people who lack enthusiasm and pessimism. The dream also means not doing the correct thing or not making a wise decision at the right time. It also means missing good opportunity due to fear and lack of confidence. Such dreams also mean you are unhappy with your sexual life or preferences of your sexual partner.

Dreaming Of Guava Leaves – Meaning

Dreaming of guava leaves is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream is a sign of upcoming positive change in life. It also means progress with the help of another person. Dreams of guava leaves mean something might look hard or not useful in beginning but later it might turn to be lifesaver. Dream of guava leaves and you are in the dream means you can expect solution to a nagging problem. It also means going away of something that was disturbing you it can be person or a problem. Dreaming of guava leaves and you are unhappy means loss. It can be loss of life or things. It also mean disturbance in your present life due to sudden exit of a person or thing. Dreams of yellow guava leaves are associated with boredom and lethargy. It also means time to give away to younger generation.

Dreaming Of Hackers – Meaning

Dreaming of hackers is a warning sign as per dream interpretation and meaning. Symbolically the dream means fear of losing something valuable. It also means you are vulnerable. Dreams of hackers mean someone is keeping a close watch on you and you are now aware of it. Dream of hackers and you are present in the dream means you will soon find out about a plant to damage your reputation. It also means attempts will be made to cheat you. Dreaming of hackers and you know the people in the dream means an acquaintance or colleague might turn out to be an enemy. Dreams of hackers and you wake up happy means you will be proved innocent. It also means clearing your name from a scandal. Dream of hacker and you see lot of color and lot of things happening without any meaning is a sign of unwanted fear coming in the way of your success and professional relationships.

2 August 2022 Tithi – Panchang – Hindu Calendar – Good Time – Nakshatra – Rashi

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Tuesday, 2 August 2022 – It is Shukla Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth 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 2:33 AM on August 2. Then onward it is Shukla Paksha Panchami tithi or the fifth day during the waxing or light phase of moon till 2:25 AM on August 3. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.  Good – Auspicious time on August 2, 2022 as per Hindu Calendar – Good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Uttara Phalguni or Uthiram nakshatra till 3:48 PM on August 2 . Then onward it is Hasta or Atham or Hastam nakshatra till 4:04 PM on August 3. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Uttara