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Asuralan Theyyam At Urothummal Temple

Urothummal Angakkaran temple located on the Palloor - Moolakkada Road near Kodiyeri. The shrine is dedicated to Angakkaran and numerous other deities. The temple is famous for performing Asuralan theyyam. This deity is believed to have arrived from a distant land. He is believed to have performed many destructive deeds but finally overpowered and given a spot of worship. This theyyam is worshipped for achieving peace and prosperity. He is also propitiated to defeat enemies and to overcome nefarious activities of enemies.

Story Of Haimavati River – Sutlej

Haimavati, a synonym of Shatadru (present Sutlej), is one of the ten rivers referred in the Rig Veda. The story being the Puranic name ‘Shatadru’ is that of grief stricken Sage Vasistha, jumping into Haimavati River. The river, having realized that the sage is as powerful as fire, divided itself into many branches and flowed into many directions, and hence the name Shatadru. In the Mahabharata (Anusasana Parva, 146.18), Goddess Parvati mentions Shatadru as one of the sublime rivers, while she was talking to Shiva. In Hinduism, bountiful rivers are conceptualized as goddesses. Ancient Hindus realized rivers are indispensable for life on earth and worshipped them as Goddesses. As recorded truth, even from the Rig Vedic age, they were esteemed as deities, on account of the immense benefits they conferred on humanity. The mountains, rivers, trees and plants are invoked as so many high powers.

Khichdi Utsav In Mathura – Radha Vallabh Mandir Khichdi Festival

The month long Khichdi Utsav in Mathura is held in January and is of great significance at the many temples here. The Khichdi festival is of great importance at the Radha Vallabh Temple. The most important date is the Makar Sankranti day. In 2025, the Khichdi Utsav in Mathura is on January 14. The khichdi prepared in the mandir is special and is made with ghee, moong dal and rice of the highest quality. Spices including cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, mace, nutmeg, bay leaves, black pepper and rock salt give the khichdi of Radha Vallabh mandir a heavenly flavor. The khichdi is complete with dry fruits such as almonds, raisins, pistachios, dates, dried coconuts and saffron. The khichdi is served along with various pickles made in the temple kitchens. Some of the other bhog distributed during the Khichdi festival at Radha Vallabh mandir include basundi (sweetened and flavored milk) and adrak kocha (sweet made from fresh ginger).

Ashtamachal Bhagavathy Theyyam – Information – Story

 Ashtamachal Bhagavathy theyyam is a rare theyyam performed during the annual theyyam – thira – kaliyattam festival in Kaannur region of Kerala. As per information, the theyyam is associated with Goddess Shakti (Durga and Bhagavathy). As per Arathil Bhagavathy theyyam story, she is believed to have taken the ferocious form to protect the wealth and life of a staunch devotee of hers. Her theyyam are performed in those places wherever she appeared. She is believed to have protected animals and livestocks. Ashtamachal Bhagavathy theyyam blesses devotees with peace and prosperity. She is also believed to cure contagious diseases. She appears in a ferocious form holding a sword to protect the wealth and life of her devotees. She is also propitiated to defeat enemies. Payyannur Theru Sree Ashtamachal Bhagavathy temple is an important temple in which Ashtamachal Bhagavathy theyyam is performed. She is closely associated with the popular Thaiparadevata theyyam performed in several temples,

Ritambhara – State Of Purified Intellect In Hindu Religion

Ritambhara is a state of purified intellect. In Samkhya yoga psychology, citta or antahkarana (the internal organ) is said to be composed of three segments, respectively called, manas, ahankar, and buddhi (Samkhya karika – 33). The internal organ is, since birth, full of two types of impurities, namely, Kleshas (the five afflictions) and Karma Samskaras (traces of past experiences and deeds). These two impurities restrict the capacity of prajna (intellect) to have knowledge. So the natural intellect of all of us is called samanya prajna (ordinary intellect). It is influenced by Agama or Shruta (what has been taught to us), and anumana (what we infer). It yields incomplete and defective knowledge. Patanjali has recommended ashtanga yoga (an eight-fold path of practice) to remove the impurities of the intellect, resulting into the brightening of the clarity of knowledge. The highest stage of this effect is arousal of viveka-khyati (self – knowledge) (Yoga Sutra – II: 28). This proc

Arathil Bhagavathy Theyyam – Story – Information

Arathil Bhagavathy theyyam is a rare theyyam performed during the annual theyyam – thira – kaliyattam festival in Kannur region of Kerala. The theyyam is performed in tharavadu (houses). As per information, the theyyam is associated with Goddess Shakti (Durga and Bhagavathy) and is similar to Thai Paradevata who annihilated demon Darikasura. As per Arathil Bhagavathy theyyam story, she is believed to have taken the ferocious form to protect the wealth and life of a staunch devotee of hers. Her theyyam are performed in those places wherever she appeared. She is believed to have protected animals and livestock. Arathil Bhagavathy theyyam blesses devotees with peace and prosperity. She is also believed to cure contagious diseases. She appears in a ferocious form holding a sword to protect the wealth and life of her devotees. She is also propitiated to defeat enemies. Kannur Kayalode Sree Arathil Bhagvathy temple is an important temple in which Arathil Bhagavathy theyyam is performed.

Dreaming Of Pink Flowers – Meaning

Dreaming of pink flowers is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means romance and love. It also means making changes to your behavior and appearing more feminine. The dream also means you will be more playful and will be in the company of people you love and respect. Dreaming of pink flowers also means you will become lazy. It also means you will attempt to do things that you have no experience. Dream of pink flowers and you are crying means people will try to take advantage of your innocence. It also means your good side will be exploited. Dreaming of pink flowers and you are receiving it or picking it up means you will be optimistic. It also means success. You will be able to prove that other people were wrong about your ideas. Dreams of pink flowers and they are turning bad in the dream means you will set unrealistic demands or goals. It also means an immature behavior of yours will destroy a relationship.

Dreaming Of Picking Up Fruits From A Tree – Meaning

Dreaming of picking up fruits from a tree is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means soon you will make positive changes to your lifestyle. It also means getting closer to nature and doing things that is healthy. Dreams of picking up fruits from a tree and it is in an unknown place means you will stay away from city life in near future. Dream of picking up fruits from a tree and then you are running away means you will do naughty things. It also means fun time with family or friends. Dreaming of picking up fruits and you see another person in the dream means a financial or relationship related problem will soon be resolved. Dreams of picking up fruits and it is a spiritual or religious place means  you will turn spiritual or try to escape from problems by taking refuge in faraway unknown places. Symbolically the dream means you need to explore news things. Do not be stagnant. The dream is asking you to come out of the prison that you have created.

Quotes And Teachings From Jnanappana of Poonthanam

In simple language the Jnanappana expounds deep Vedantic philosophy. It sings of the meaninglessness of worldly pursuits and of the arrogance of wealth and ancestry and the beauty and effectiveness of chanting the divine name in Kali Yuga. We enter this world all alone We leave it all alone too In this brief interlude when we meet How worthless is rivalry! When life finds richness in the goal of purushartha Why yearn for paltry material riches? The splendour of the noonday sun could be ours Why then settle for the meagre firefly! When baby Krishna dances in our hearts Why, ever, do we need babies of our own?

Dreaming Of Phone Falling In Water – Meaning

Dreaming of phone falling in water is a negative sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you are not thinking properly and you will cause financial damage by chasing something that has no real value. It also means carelessness or accidents resulting in damage to something you value. Dreams of my phone falling in water also mean you will be facing unexpected problems due to the activity of someone else. Dreaming of phone falling in water and you are present in the dream means sudden problems in life especially due to losing important documents or electronic gadgets. Dream of phone falling in water and you are frantically searching for it in an unknown place means you will face trouble in a new place. It also means you will only realize about something missing very late. Dreams of phone falling in water and you are accusing someone means prejudice or wrongly accusing people. Dream of phone falling in water and you are scared or crying means you are not in to

Dreaming Of Phone Call – Meaning

Dreaming of phone call is both good and bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will soon get a phone call which might change the course of your life. It also means meeting someone special. Dreams of phone call and you are see tensed or crying in the dream means you will get to hear a very bad news. It also means your plans will go awry. Dream of phone call and you see other people in the dream means success. It also means your hard work will give you good returns. Dreaming of phone call and you are not picking up and are scared means someone will attempt to blackmail you. It also means a secret of yours will be discovered by someone. Dreams of phone call and there is color and fun means you will get into a romantic relationship. It also means living in a fantasy world.

Dreaming Of Physically Fighting With Someone – Meaning

Dreaming of physically fighting with someone is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means your anger and impatience might cause problems. It also means you will be easily enticed by your enemies or strangers. It also means that soon you will show courage to fight back and do what is right. The dream is also asking you to not to get mowed down by others. Dream of physically fighting with someone and you wake up resilient or happy or with a positive outlook means it is time to go and get what you rightly deserve. It also means you need to stop being scared about people and things. But if you are scared or crying after seeing the dream it means that you will be physically challenged and you will have to face it alone. You should always be ready for a fight in near future. You should also avoid strange and lonely places.

9 January 2023 Tithi – Panchang – Hindu Calendar – Good Time – Nakshatra – Rashi

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, 9 January 2023 – It is Krishna Paksha Dwitiya tithi or the second day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Dwitiya tithi or the second day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 7:29 AM on January 9. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Tritiya tithi or the third day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 9:34 AM on January 10. Then onward (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.)  Good – Auspicious time on January 9, 2023 as per Hindu Calendar – There is no good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Pushya or Poosam or Pooyam nakshatra till 4:38 AM on January 9. Then onward it is Ashlesha or Ayilyam nakshatra till 7:10 AM on January 10. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and s