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Makar Sankranti Mantra and Prayer

A particular Makar Sankranti mantra is chanted to solve many problems in life. The prayer is dedicated to Surya Bhagavan – the sun god in Hinduism. The Makar Sankranti mantra and prayer is given below: Makar Sankranti Mantra ॐ घृणि : सूर्याय नम : Om ghrini Suryaya Namah The mantra should be chanted 108 times using a chandan mala. Makar Sankranti Prayer Aditya Hridaya mantra should be chanted on the day early morning. How to chant Makar Sankranti Mantra and Prayer? The mantra and prayer should be chanted in the early morning along with sunrise. The person chanting the mantra should wear orange color clothes. It is better to chant the mantra by looking at the rising sun. Take a kalash fill it with water and put in some orange or red color flowers. This should be poured down looking at the rising sun. Sugarcane or sugar should be offered as Prasad or bhog.

Sapthotsva at Udupi Sri Krishna Temple – Makar Sankranti Festival at Udupi Sri Krishna Temple

The annual Makar Sankranti Festival observed in the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple is known as Sapthotsva. The seven-day festival usually begins on January 9 and the most important date is January 15. The final day sees three beautifully decorated chariots pulled around the streets. The festival commemorates the establishment of the Bhagvan Shri Krishna Murti at the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple by Saint Madhvacharya around 800 years ago. The utsava murtis in the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple are brought to the Madhwa Sarovara (sacred pond on the premises of the temple) in a golden palanquin at around 7.30 PM on Makar Sankranti day. The murtis are then kept on a decorated boat and taken thrice around the sacred pond. After the boat ride, the murtis are taken to the front of the Sri Krishna Temple . The murtis are then taken around on chariots. The utsava murti of Bhagwan Sri Krishna is placed on the Brahma Ratha; The utsava murti of Mukhyaprana is placed on the Gar

Makar Sankranti 2025 Date - Importance of Makar Sankranti In Hinduism - Puja Time

Makar Sankranti, also known as Sankranti or Makar Sankrant, is one of the highly auspicious days in a Hindu calendar and the day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Surya (Sun God). Makar Sankranti 2025 date is January 14. Punyakaal or time for puja and to take holy bath is from on January 14, 2025. Makar Sankranti is the day when the sun enters into the zodiac Capricorn or Makara. It is also known as Uttarayana Punyakalam and heralds the arrival of spring season. In Western India Punya Kaal time is from AM on January 14. What is Makar Sankranti? Makar Sankranti is an auspicious day based on the movement of the Sun (Surya). ‘Makar’ or ‘Makara’ refers to ‘Makara  rashi’ – the zodiac corresponding to Capricorn.  ‘Sankranti’ in Sanskrit means ‘to cross into’ or the day when sun enters from one zodiac sign to another.  So Makar Sankranti is the day when the sun enters into the zodiac Capricorn. It is also known as  Uttarayana Punyakalam or the entry of sun into the  Northern

Elladath Bhagavathy Theyyam – Story – Information

Elladath Bhagavathy Theyyam – is a popular theyyam performed during the annual theyyam – thira – kaliyattam festival in Kannur and Kasaragod region of Kerala. As per information, the theyyam is associated with Goddess Mahakali (Durga and Bhagavathy). As per Elladath 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 is performed in those places wherever she appeared. She is believed to have protected animals and livestock. It is also believed that to control and manage the unimaginable power of a ferocious goddess, she was given a spot in a sacred space and a theyyam. Elladath 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 and shield to protect the wealth and life of her devotees. She is also propitiated to defeat enemies. Elladath Bhagavathy theyyam is performed at the Ka

Sabarimala Makaravilakku 2024 date - Ayyappa Temple Makara Vilakku Festival in 2024

Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple Makaravilakku and Makara Jyothi festival is observed on the first day of the Makara Masam as per traditional Malayalam calendar followed in Kerala. Sabarimala Makaravilakku 2024 date is January 15. The popular is that Lord Ayyappa merged with the main murti in the Sabarimala Temple on the day. On the Sabarimala Makaravilakku day, the evening deeparadhana is the most important puja. During the deeparadhana, Lord Ayyappa gives darshan fully attired in the Thiruvabharanam – gold ornaments – which is specially brought from the Pandalam Palace . Before the evening deeparadhana on Makaravilakku day, an eagle hovers over the Sabarimala Temple . Next the Makara Star appears on the sky – Makara Jyothi is the star that appears on the sky on the day in the evening. Next is the appearance of Makaravilakku – it is the light that appears three times in the distant hill at Ponnambalamedu. Related Sabarimala Makaravilakku And Makara Jyothi Festival - Reas

Edalapurath Chamundi Theyyam – Information – Story

Edalapurath Chamundi Theyyam is a rare theyyam that is presented during the annual theyyam thira and kaliyattam festival in Kannur region of Kerala. As per information, Edalapurath Chamundi theyyam is associated with Goddess Shakti and other Mother Goddess worship (Bhagavathy) seen in this part of the region. Edalapurath Chamundi story is that of her appearing from a 41 day homa. She was one among the 7 devis that appeared from the homa. She is believed to have helped Kunnummal Karnavar and Muzhikara Karthavu. She helps a devotee to overcome obstacles and achieve peace and success. She is worshipped for attaining wealth and to defeat enemies. She is also propitiated to overcome the spread of infectious diseases. Edalapurath Chamundi theyyam is performed at Kannur Chalad Kootteri temple, Kannur Chalad Sree Choyyan Devasthanam temple, Azhikode Moonunirath Pacha Tharavad Sree Vayanattu Kulavan temple, Azhikode Kuttichi Tharavadu Devasthanam temple and Kannur Koothuparambu Chambad Kurumb

Edakken Gurikkal Theyyam – Story – Information

Edakken Gurikkal theyyam is a very rare theyyam performed during the annual theyyam – thira – kaliyattam festival in Kannur region of Kerala. As per information, this is the theyyam of a respectable person who attained divine status. Edakken Gurikkal theyyam story is that of a pious and learned person attain divine status and helping his family to overcome numerous troubles. The theyyam is worshiped for gaining knowledge and for peace and prosperity. It is believed that this theyyam helps in recovering lost items and also in finding hidden treasure. This theyyam is performed at the Kannur Karivellur Koolikkavu Sree Vishnumurthy temple. This is a male theyyam and appears in a peaceful form.

Edakkanambethu Bhagavathy Theyyam – Story - Information

Edakkanambethu Bhagavathy Theyyam – is a very rare theyyam performed during the annual theyyam – thira – kaliyattam festival in Kasaragod region of Kerala. As per information, the theyyam is associated with Goddess Mahakali (Durga and Bhagavathy). As per Edakkanambethu 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 is performed in those places wherever she appeared. She is believed to have protected animals and livestock. It is also believed that to control and manage the unimaginable power of a ferocious goddess, she was given a spot in a sacred space and a theyyam. Edakkanambethu 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. Edakkanambethu Bhagavathy theyyam is performed at th

Dhooma Bhagavathy Theyyam – Story – Information – Dhoomra Bhagavathy Theyyam

Dhooma Bhagavathy Theyyam, also known as Dhoomra Bhagavathy Theyyam, is a very rare theyyam performed during the annual theyyam – thira – kaliyattam festival in Kannur region of Kerala. As per information, the theyyam is associated with Goddess Shakti (Durga and Bhagavathy). As per Dhooma Bhagavathy theyyam story, she appeared from the dust that was part of the yajna conducted by Mahadeva Shiva. She appeared to annihilate demon Dhoomasura. She appeared in the region following a Brahmin of Ambuli Illam. It is also believed that to control and manage the unimaginable power of a ferocious goddess, she was given a spot in a sacred space and a theyyam. Dhooma 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. The theyyam is performed at Kannur Mathamangalam Kaithapram Idamana Illam templ

Dreaming Of Buying Bed Sheets – Meaning

Dreaming of buying bed sheets is a good omen as per dream interpretation and meaning. The dream means travel, marriage, new relationship and success. It also means you will be staying away from home for a long period of time. Dreams about buying bed sheets also mean you will come out of stagnation and embrace a new in life. Dream of buying bed sheets with friends mean lot of excitement and then soon you will be back to your routine. Dream of buying bed sheets and you are not seen in the dream means you will decide to stay away from an important event or occasion. It also means doing something different from what your friends or colleagues are doing. It also means developing a fear for something. Dreams of bed sheets and you are unhappy or wake up terrified or disturbed means you will hear bad news about friends or relatives like suicide. It also means death while sleeping. Dreaming of bed sheets and you are happy and with family members means desire fulfillment. It also means sol

Dreaming Of Buying Bananas – Meaning

Dreaming of buying bananas is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means good fortune and change of luck. It also suggests arrival of guests without notice. Dreams of buying bananas also mean you will decide to do experiments with food. Dream of buying bananas and you are seen worried means sudden crisis in life due to the absence of someone. It also means cooked food going bad and you need to find a quick solution. Dreams of buying bananas and you are happy and with family or friends means vacation. It also means vacation in place famous for bananas or fruits. Dreaming of buying bananas and you see sex symbols means you will meet a desired partner. It also means trying out something new in sex. Dream of buying unusual color bananas suggest you will see weird things. It also means witnessing something that you cannot explain to others.

Quotes On Faith From Hindu Religion

He who is endowed with faith and zeal and has disciplined his senses obtains Knowledge. Having obtained Knowledge, he soon attains supreme Peace. (Bhagavad Gita, 4.39) Unless one becomes childlike in faith, it is difficult for one to realize God. If the mother says to the child, ‘He is your brother,’ the child fully believes that the person referred to is really his brother. If the mother says, ‘Don’t go there, there is a bogy,’ the child is indeed convinced that there is a bogy. God is moved to pity when He sees in a man that kind of childlike faith. None can attain God with the calculating nature of the worldly-minded. (Sayings of Sri Ramakrishna, 158) Does one get faith by mere study of books? Too much reading creates confusion. The Master (Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa) used to say that one should learn from the scriptures that God alone is real and the world is illusory. (Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi) All such ideas as we can do this or cannot do that are superstitions. We can

Dreaming Of Buying Bread – Meaning

Dreaming of buying bread is both good and bad as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means sudden reversal of fortune or forced to follow a boring schedule or bad health. It also means you will get to eat tasteless food due diagnosis of a new illness. Dreams of buying bread also mean interest in experimenting with your diet or attempting to change your food habits. Dream of buying bread and you are not present in the dream means you will be bypassed or your ideas will be overlooked. It also means sudden problems related to food. Dreaming of buying bread and you are present in the dream means someone not giving you due recognition. It also means you will face some lifestyle diseases. Dreams of buying bad bread or seeing worms are a sign of frustration. It also means you will find some hidden secret in your relationship. It also means not eating what you have cooked. The dream of buying colorful bread means getting into arguments over trivial matters. It also means mi

Dreaming Of Buying Apples – Meaning

Dreaming of buying apples is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means get together, arrival of guests or happiness in the family. The dream also means relationship with opposite sex. It also suggests you will be carried away by someone’s looks and will do things without giving much thought. Dreaming of buying apples and you look worried or sad or in hurry means diseases or hospital visit in near future. Dream of buying apples and they are changing color means you will be unable to make a decision. It also means you will be financially cheated. Dreaming of buying apples and they are in bad condition or not of good quality means financial trouble or sudden loss of wealth. Dreams of buying apples and you see other people in the dream means happiness and spending time with people you like. Dream of thousands of apple and you are seen buying them means vacation or visit to a place far away from home.

Dreaming Of Buying A New Car – Meaning

Dreaming of buying a new car is a good and positive omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will get opportunity to make new investments; there will be success in financial matters and financial help from family members. It also means desire fulfillment related to vehicles or other moving things. Dreams of buying a new car also means you will achieve something and will be proud and will soon desire for something else. Dream of buying a new car and you see your family members means there will be positive results in most matters. It also means new job or desire fulfillment regarding career. Dreaming of buying a new car and there is lot of color suggests luck in lottery or games. It also means discovery of treasure or unexpected financial fortune. Dreaming of buying a new car and you are sad or crying in the dream suggests lack of confidence or lost opportunity. Please note that such dreams of buying something are due to intense activity on the subject du

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

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Saturday, 14 January 2023 – It is Krishna Paksha Saptami tithi or the seventh day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Saptami tithi or the seventh day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 2:16 PM on January 14. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Ashtami tithi or the eighth day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 2:11 PM on January 15. 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 14, 2023 as per Hindu Calendar – Good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Hasta or Hastham or Atham nakshatra till 1:57 PM on January 14. Then onward it is Chitra or Chithirai or Chithira nakshatra till 2:26 PM on January 15. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnata