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Bheemanad Vellilakunnu Sri Bhagavathi Temple – Festival

Bheemanad Vellilakunnu Sri Bhagavathi temple is located at Bhimanad in Palakkad district, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti (Bhagavathy or Devi). The annual thalappoli festival in the temple is held in Malayalam Vrischika Masam (November – December). This is a beautiful Kerala style temple with a chathura sreekovil, namaskara mandapam, shrines of upa devatas and chuttambalam. The annual festival in the temple is famous for Ashtamangalya Maha Ganapathi homam, sopana sangeetham, Devi Bhagavata Prayanam, seva, temple art forms and other temple rituals. The shrine also observes various other festivals including Navratri, pratishta dinam, Vishu, Mandala Kalam, and Thiruvonam.

Sabarimala Pilgrimage 2023 – 2024 – opening and closing dates of the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple during November – December 2023 and January 2024

Sabarimala Pilgrimage 2023 – 2024 – opening and closing dates based on traditional Hindu calendar followed in Kerala. The world famous Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple in Kerala remains continuously open only during the famous two month pilgrimage season (November – December – January). In 2023, the date of opening of the  Ayyappa   Temple  for Mandalam season is November 16. Here is the schedule for the Sabarimala Pilgrimage in 2023 - 2024:  The two month pilgrim season, popularly known as Mandala Kalam, attracts millions of devotees to this hill shrine dedicated to  Sastha or Ayyappa . The annual pilgrimage begins in mid November and ends in mid January with the Makaravilakku. Mandala Pooja Mahotsavam Begins on November 16, 2023 at 1730 hrs. Mandala Masam or Mandala Kalam begins on November 17, 2023 - the 41 day Mandalam Season begins. The Shrine is open on all days. Mandala Pooja is on December 27, 2023. Temple  closes after Mandala Pooja on December 27, 2023 at 2230 h

Kooduvettikal Gurukalkavu Temple – Festival കുടുവെട്ടിക്കൽ ഗുരുക്കൽകാവു

Kooduvettikal Gurukalkavu temple is located at Kooduvettikal, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti (Bhagavathy or Devi). The Thrikartika festival in the temple is held in Malayalam Vrischika Masam (November – December) and is of great importance. This is a beautiful Kerala style small temple with a chathura sreekovil and shrines of upa devatas. The annual festival in the temple is famous for various rituals, pujas and temple art forms. At night the space in and around the temple is lit with thousands of traditional lamps. The shrine also observes various other festivals including Navratri, prathishta dinam, Vishu, Mandala Kalam, and Thiruvonam.

Top Medical Taboos In Hindu Religion

There are some popular medical taboos in Hindu religion. These are few things that Hindus generally avoid. These things are avoided purely on health issues but there are no scientific data to prove them. But people have found them to be effective and therefore it is still followed. There is a prohibition of taking bath after meals or food. Drinking water while standing. Consuming yogurt or curd after sunset. Drinking milk in a copper vessel. Drinking water after having hot milk. Going to sleep after eating sweets without rinsing one’s mouth. Exposing the soles of one’s feet to fire with the body drawn away. Feeding the child in reclining position. Eating food while moving or in the dark.

Killimangalam Panamkunnathu Kavu Temple – Festival - കിള്ളിമംഗലം പനങ്കുന്നത്തുകാവ്‌

Killimangalam Panamkunnathu Kavu temple is located at Killimangalam near Chelakkara in Thrissur district, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti (Bhagavathy or Devi). The sankalpam is that of Vanadurga. The annual festival in the temple is held on the Thrikarthika nakshatra day in Malayalam Vrischika Masam (November – December). This is a beautiful Kerala style temple with a chathura sreekovil, namaskara mandapam, shrines of upa devatas and chuttambalam. The annual festival in the temple is famous for ashtamangalya Maha Ganapathi homam, sopana sangeetham, Devi Bhagavata Prayanam, seva, temple art forms etc. A major highlight of the Karthika festival is the lighting of thousands of lamps in the evening around the temple. The shrine also observes various other festivals including Navratri, prathishta dinam, Vishu, Mandala Kalam, and Thiruvonam.

Methala Kallil Bhagavathy Temple – Miracle Hanging Stone – History – Festival – Kallil Cave Temple Timings

Methala Kallil Bhagavathy temple is an ancient cave temple inside a miracle hanging stone and is located at Asamannoor in Kunnathunad, Ernakulam District in Kerala. The main pratishta in the temple is that of Goddess Bhagavathi in a cave beneath a massive rock that stands without any support. The 8-day annual festival in the temple begins on the Thrikarthika day or Karthika nakshatra day in Vrischika Masam (November – December). Methala Kallil Bhagavathy Temple Timings Morning darshan timings are from 5:30 AM to 10:15 AM Evening darshan timings are from 5:00 PM to 7:15 PM Methala Kallil Bhagavathy temple is a giant monolith stone which is apparently suspended in air with no visible foothold on to the earth below. Bhagavathi is seated fully bejeweled little to the right of the door of the shrine. There is a balikkallu in front of the sreekovil, stone roofed elephant shed, steps made of stones and the temple pond and the oottupura carved in stone. The main upa devata worshiped i

Powada - Marathi Art Form

Powada is a colloquial Marathi art from of Pravada meaning ‘glorified narration’. A singer, who may sometimes also be a composer, sings about the deeds of bravery and courage of kings and their ancestors or other heroes. The singing may arouse listeners to purposeful action. The earliest mention of such a performance is found in Atharva Veda; it is called abhyutkrosha in the court of Indra. It was known as birudgayan in the courts of the princes of the Middle Ages and, since Shivaji’s period (17 th century CE), as a Powada in its present form. In Atharva Veda, the performers were called gandharvas, while in the Middle Ages they were called bhatas. They are now called shaheers, an Arabic/Farsi term. This is not simply singing but vocal dramatization, with some commentary by a supporting artist and sometimes a dialogue between the two. It is sometimes intended to convey messages to the common man. The performance of shaheers in rural areas served the purpose of newspapers in the Middl

പഴകുളം പാറ - Pazhayakulam Para Temple – Festival

Pazhayakulam Para temple is located at Pazhayakulam, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti (Bhagavathy or Devi). The annual festival in the temple is held in Malayalam Vrischika Masam (November – December). This is a beautiful Kerala style temple with a chathura sreekovil, namaskara mandapam, shrines of upa devatas and chuttambalam. The annual festival in the temple is famous for Ashtamangalya Maha Ganapathi homam, sopana sangeetham, Devi Bhagavata Prayanam, seva, temple art forms and other temple rituals. The shrine also observes various other festivals including Navratri, pratishta dinam, Vishu, Mandala Kalam, and Thiruvonam.

Dreaming Of Broken Window – Meaning

Dreaming of broken window is warning sign and bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means theft or attack especially to your house or property. It also means you will soon find problems in life especially due to your weakness. People will take advantage of your vulnerability. Dreams of broken window also mean fear causing hardships in your life. It also means carelessness resulting in other people trying to take away your property. It also means people trying to peep into your personal life. Dream of broken window and you are not seen in the dream means trouble in your house or business place when you are away. It also means you will be clueless about an incident at your house. Dreams of broken window and you are seen in the dream means you will decide to investigate a present problem by connecting with a past incident. It also means you will realize that you had been tricked by someone but it will be too late. It also means someone taking your private videos

Dreaming Of Occasion – Meaning

Dreaming of occasion is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream of occasion represents happiness and fun with friends or family. It also means wealth and money. Dreams of occasion and you are not present in the dream means missed opportunity or unable to party with your friends. Dream of occasion and you see yourself happy in the dream means luck is in your favor. It also means traveling with family to a distant place. The dream is also an indication of upcoming functions like engagement or marriage. Dreaming of occasion and there is no one else in the occasion or it is deserted is a sign of trouble in a lonely place. It also means getting stuck in a building. It also means fight or difference of opinion during a function. Dreams of occasion and you see total darkness or blinking of light means accident during an event. It also means getting lost from your family or friends in a crowd. Dream of occasion and you wake up terrified or angry means your family

Message Of Ramayana

Good deeds are the means to reach a higher plane and similarly bad deeds lead to destruction and doom — are the ultimate message that the Ramayana teaches. The truth that each one is responsible for his acts, good and bad and will have to face the consequences is strongly stressed in the immortal epic. Rama’s qualities of compassion and kindness, his readiness to lend a helping hand to all, his nature to pardon the faults in people, and his adherence to truth stand as the very basis of this grand epic. It is shown in Ramayan that even birds and animals will be of assistance to one who treads the right path; but to him who chooses the wrong path, even one’s kith and kin cannot be of any help. Ravana’s glories are innumerable and even Rama and Hanuman heap spontaneous praises on his attainments and achievements. But he commits the sin of coveting another man’s wife and scripts his own self destruction. Rama and Sita in their role as mortals show that human sorrow is inevitable

Dreaming Of Ocean And Fish – Meaning

Dreaming of ocean and fish is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will be getting to hear good news. It also means overcoming difficult situations. You can expect change of luck and there will be progress with the help of other people. Dreams of ocean and fish also mean vacation to coastal area and happiness. Dream of ocean and fish and you are not seen in the dream means you will miss a good opportunity. You will regret not making the decision at the right time. Dreams of ocean and fish and you see other people in the dream means recognition and honor. It also means you successfully executing a project. Dreaming of ocean and fish and you have been to the place before means you will meet old friends or relatives. It also means revisiting an important place. It also means you making use of your past to succeed in something in the present.

Dreaming Of Ocean Waves – Meaning

Dreaming of ocean waves is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will soon face huge problems and they will be beyond your imagination. It is a warning sign and asking you to stay away from evil and illegal things. Dreams of ocean waves and you are happy is a sign of giving up or enjoying rough things or participating in violent sports. Dream of ocean waves and you are going towards it means suicidal tendencies. It also means relationship problems. The dream is asking you to keep your calm and wait for the problem to settle down. All ocean waves will settle down soon. Dreaming of ocean waves and you see other people means vacation or holidays going wrong. Dreams of ocean waves and you are getting battered in it is you boldly facing problems. You can expect some damage in near future but you will survive it if you keep your calm and composure. Dream of ocean waves and you wake up terrified means an old problem creating havoc in near future.

Dreaming Of Objects Shrinking – Meaning

Dreaming of objects shrinking is a warning sign and bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means loss of wealth or property. It also means you are unable to see the wide picture due to your narrow mindedness. Your prejudice causing harm to you. Dreams of objects shrinking and you at an unknown place means you will get into trouble during journeys or at a new place. Dream of objects shrinking and you are seen in the dream means you will witness something unexplainable in near future. It also means you will be caught in a world of fantasy. Dreaming of objects shrinking are you see other people in the dream means you will be forced to join some cult. It also means joining a group to fulfill your selfish needs. Dreams of objects shrinking and you know the objects means you will face loss of valuables.

22 November 2022 Tithi – Panchang – Hindu Calendar – Good Time – Nakshatra – Rashi

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Tuesday, 22 November 2022 – It is Krishna Paksha Trayodashi and Chaturdashi tithi or the thirteenth and fourteenth day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Trayodashi tithi or the thirteenth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 7:06 AM on November 22. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi tithi or the fourteenth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 6:07 AM on November 23. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.)  Good – Auspicious time on November 22, 2022 as per Hindu Calendar – There is no good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Swathi or Chothi nakshatra till 11:57 PM on November 22. Then onward it is Vishaka or Vishakam nakshatra till 10:20 PM on November 23. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Mah