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Narasimha Dwadasi Vrata February - March 2024

Narasimha Dwadasi Vrata is dedicated to the Lord Narasimha incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Narasimha Dwadasi Vrata 2024 date is March 21. It is observed on the twelfth (Dwadashi) day of the Shukla Paksha or waxing phase of moon in Phalguna month (February – March). This is a Vrata associated with the Shaligram stones associated with Lord Vishnu. Hindu God Narasimha, or Nrisimha, is worshipped on the day and some devotees observe a fast. It is believed the observing the day will help in washing away the sins. The day is also observed as Govinda Dwadashi. Some people observe fast from sunrise to sunset. The puja is performed just after sunset when the sunlight is still present. Main offerings to Narasimha include orange color flowers, dhoop, agarbatti, red color sweets and lal chandan (red sandalwood paste).

Kumbha Bharani in 2024 in Kerala Bhagavathy Temples - Spiritual Significance And How To Observe

Kumbha Bharani is a highly auspicious day as per traditional Malayalam calendar followed in Kerala. Kumbha Bharani 2024 date is February 15. It is the day when the Bharani Nakshatra falls in the Malayalam month Kumbham. The day is of great significance at Goddess Bhagavathi Temples in Kerala. The most important festival takes place at the Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple near Alleppey. Traditionally the Bhagavathy Temples dedicated to Goddess Shakti observes festivals in the Kumbham month. Goddess Shakti for a fortnight in the month visits homes and collects husked rice. Her arrival to homes is bound bring peace, prosperity and luck. In some regions she arrives on Jeevadha which is held on shoulders of two priests. In some places she arrives atop an elephant. The festival usually lasts for three or more days. The main rituals are held on the Kumbha Bharani day – which includes pulling of huge chariots locally known as Theru and Kuthira. The rituals observed o

Anandapurna – Advaita Author Of 14th Century CE

Anandapurna is a preceptor of Advaita belonging to the 14th century CE. Anandapurna (1350 CE) who bore the title Vidyasagara (ocean of learning), was a prolific writer on Advaita Vedanta. He wrote about ten works. He hailed from Gokarna (in present-day Karnataka) and had two teachers, Svetagiri and Abhayananda. He flourished when Kandarpa, the Kadamba king, and king Harihara II of Vijayanagar were ruling over Goa. Anandapurna, wrote an independent work on Advaita Vedanta called Nyyacandrika which shows his skills in dialectics. He wrote commentaries on three major works of Advaita, Brahmasiddhi of Mandanamishra, Brihadaranyakavarttika of Sureshvara, and KLandana-khanda-khadya of Sri Harsha. He is also known to have commented on Panchapadika. Brahmasutrabhashya of Shankara gave rise to a host of commentaries and further explanatory expositions. Besides Nyayanirnaya of Anandagiri and Ratnaprabha of Govindananda, Bhamati of Vacaspati Mishra became an authoritative commentary. Vedanta

Erotic Shatakam In Sanskrit Literature

Shatakam are a collection of about 100 verses or ten/twenty added to it, each one of which is composed for depicting a single aspect. In Sataka, the verses that appear may not have any inner connection or any relation to one another. Each stanza stands independent on its own. Here is a look at some of the important Erotic Satakas: Bhartrhari of the 7th century CE composed ‘Satakatrayi’ combining all the three categories of short lyric poetry. Sringara Sataka in erotic theme, Vairagya-satakam and Niti-satakam of gnomic and didactic nature, respectively. Historians doubted whether it was the same Bhartrhari who wrote Vakyapadiyam. Amaruka of the 8th century CE wrote an exclusive and unique erotic lyric, namely Amaru-sataka – 100 verses describing eroticism. There is a traditional story which says that when Shankara, the philosopher, was defeated in a debate for his absence of knowledge in erotics, he entered the body of King Amaru and in that he learned everything about the erotic and wr

Amalaki Ekadasi March 2024 - Mantra - Pujas

Amalaki Ekadasi occurs during the waxing phase of the moon in February – March. In 2024, the date of Amalaki Ekadasi is March 20. Ekadasi fasting is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is observed on the 11th day of waning and waxing phase of moon in a traditional Hindu calendar. The greatness of Amalaki Ekadashi was narrated by Sage Valmiki and is mentioned in the Brahmanda Purana. Amalaki Ekadasi Mantra Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya Namah ॐ   नमो   भगवते   वासुदेवाय   नमः It is believed that by observing Amalaki Ekadasi, a devotee attains Moksha and washes away all the sins committed. Special pujas and offerings are made of Amalaki Tree and Lord Parashurama on the day. There are numerous folk tales and stories in Puranas that extols the greatness of Amalaki Ekadasi. Most devotees fast on the day and keep vigil in the night. Those people observing partial fasting abstain from food made of rice. Special Pujas On Amalaki Ekadashi There is a belief that worshi

Bhanu Saptami 2024 Dates - Importance of Bhanu Saptami Dedicated to Sun God Surya in Hinduism

Bhanu Saptami, also known as Surya Saptami, is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Surya. Bhanu Saptami 2024 dates are March 3, August 11, August 25, December 8 and December 22. Lord Surya, or the Sun God, is an important deity in Hinduism and is worshipped daily and on Shukla Paksha Saptami (the seventh day during waxing phase of moon in a traditional lunar calendar). Bhanu is one of the numerous names of Lord Surya. Lord Surya, or the Sun God, is Pratyaksha Brahman or the visible god and is worshipped daily and on Shukla Paksha Saptami (the seventh day during waxing phase of moon in a traditional lunar calendar). Bhanu is one among the numerous names of Lord Surya – hence the name Bhanu Saptami. Bhanu Saptami is observed in Magh Month (January – February), Falguna month (February - March), Jyeshta Month (June – July), Kartik month (November - December) and also in Margashirsh Month (December - January) by different Hindu communities. The main Bhanu Saptami is he

Sat In Hinduism – True Knowledge

 Sat in Hinduism is existence or the real. Sat is the present principle of ‘as,’ the Sanskrit verb “to be”. The feminine noun sati (good wife) and satya (truth) are related forms. Sat is specifically used as ‘being’ in ontology, ‘truth’ in epistemology and ‘good’ in ethics. For Vedanta, all three are ultimately the same. The term sat plays a key role in Chandogya Upanishad and Brihadaranyaka Upanishad and thus in all subsequent developments within Hinduism, specifically Vedanta, that depend upon them as textual authorities. In Chandogya Upanishad, Uddalaka instructs his son Svetaketu that the fundamental underlying reality is different from the modifications in that reality that produce the manifold names and forms of the universe. Uddalaka teaches his son that the universe in the beginning was ‘Being’ or ‘Existent’, i.e., sat alone, one without a second. From the progressive modifications of the sat were born the plurality of the existent beings of the universe. Sat created or emitt

Anandanubhava – Writer On Advaita During 12th Century CE

Anandanubhava is a prolific writer on Advaita during the 12 th century CE. Anandanubhava is the author of three important works on Advaita Vedanata – ishtasiddhivivarana (a commentary on the Ishtasiddhi of Vimuktatman), Nyayaratna-dipavali and padartha-tattvanirnaya. In Nyaya, he wrote a commentary on the Nyayasara of Bhasarvajna. The fact that his works, Nyayaratna-dipavali and Padartha-tattvanirnaya was commented upon by Atmasvarupabhagavan, establishes the scholarly nature of his works. Ishtasiddhivivarana and Padartha-tattvanirupana have so far not been published. In Padartha tattvanirupana, Anandanubhava criticizes the ontology of the Nyaya-Vaiseshikas and the Bauddhas, and establishes the Advaitic viewpoint. Nyayaratna-dipavali, like Brahmasutra, consists of four chapters, with the same names ascribed to them, i.e. samanvaya, svirodha, sadhana and   phala. In the first chapter, the validity of Vedic cognitions is discussed. The viewpoint of Advaitins, that Vedic testimony is a

Madayil Chamundi Theyyam – Information – Story

Madayil Chamundi is a ferocious Mother Goddess theyyam performed in many tharavadu, kavu and temples in Kasaragod and Kannur region of Kerala during the annual theyyam thira kaliyattam festival. As per information, this form of Mother Goddess Durga or Kali is that she took to defeat demons Chanda and Munda. As per Madayil Chamundi theyyam story, she ventured into the netherworld or pathalam to defeat Chanda and munda. As she entered the netherworld through a cave, she is known as Madayil Chamundi. Yet another story has it that Mootha Pothuval of Vannattil Tharavadu and his helper Kuruvadan Nair one day ventured into the forest for hunting. Mootha Pothuval shot an arrow at a particular point from where an unusual sound emanated. When they went in search of the animal they shot, the found out it was not an animal but an unusual woman. She chased them and pinned down Motha Pothuval with her sharp fingers. She then tore open his heart and drank blood. She then kicked the body away with h

What Does It Mean To Dream Of A Huge Wave?

Dreaming of huge wave 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 huge waves and you are happy is a sign of giving up or enjoying rough things. It also means you will do risky things for fun. Dream of huge wave 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 huge waves will settle down soon. Dreaming of huge waves and you see other people running or crying or screaming means vacation or holidays going wrong. It also means a calm and peaceful day disturbed by a natural calamity. Dreams of huge wave 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.

What Does It Mean When You Dream About Your Goals?

Dreaming about your goals is a positive and good dream as per dream interpretation and meaning. The dream is a sign that your hard work and dedication will soon take you to your dream. It also means not to give up and keep working hard. Dreams about your goals is also asking to remained focused and not to lose your focus and attention. The dream is asking you to not to believe in negativity. It is asking you to develop positivity and keep trying. Dream about your goals and you see your enemies or competitors means you will face tough competition. If you are lazy and are in the habit of procrastinating then the dream is asking you to focus as you have the ability to achieve success in future. After seeing dream about your goals, one should prioritize your goals and try to achieve them through single minded devotion. The dream is telling you that there will be success in near future. Always thinking about your goal but not working hard for it and then seeing the dream has no me

Why Even Properly Planned And Executed Projects Sometimes Go Awry? – Bhagavad Gita Answers

Even properly planned and executed projects sometimes go awry. There are occasions when the end does not come as expected even when the means are apparently taken care of. Nothing could be more frustrating. What could be the explanation for unexpected turns of events? In other words, why should things go wrong? The Bhagavad Gita offers a plausible explanation for why things go haywire despite care and precaution. According to Gita there are five factors involved in any work, physical or mental, good or bad. The body: The body is an instrument for action, karma. According to Vedanta, ignorance (avidya) leads to desire (kama), which in turn leads to karma, for the performance of which we assume a human body. The sense of agency: The feeling ‘I am responsible for this work’ accompanies all our activities. This sense of agency must inevitably bring with it the fruit of action, or karmaphala. Selfless work and that done by jnanis, or men of spiritual wisdom, are not accompanied by th

What Does It Mean To Dream About Receiving A Cheque - Check?

Dreaming about receiving a cheque (check) can be both good and bad as per dreaming interpretation and meaning. If you are happy then the dream is associated with treasure, unexpected wealth or change of fortune. If you are unhappy or crying then the dream suggests bad luck and loss of wealth – what you get will be lost soon. Dreaming about receiving a cheque in a known place or own house is a sign of desire fulfillment. It also means you will get back money or wealth that is lost. It also means decision regarding ancestral wealth. Dream of receiving cheque in an unknown place means you will find wealth not belonging to you. It also means luck in lottery and games. It also means you will be rewarded or accepted. It also means success in your profession. Dreaming of receiving cheque with unknown people witnessing it means you will win huge amount of money in betting or through gambling. It also means you will make enemies. It also means you will sign important documents or contract

What Does It Mean To Dream Of Tombstone?

Dreaming of tombstone is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means disruption to current lifestyle. It also suggests bad health or death of near one. Dreams of tombstone are a warning sign regarding an upcoming problem. Dream of tombstone and you only see your friends and relatives and not yourself means you will face death like situation in near future. Dream of tombstone and you see lot of resting places of dead people means you will resign from life. You will think of committing suicide. It is like you no longer will have the energy and courage to face problems of life. The dream is asking you to be mentally prepared to face difficulties of life. For some reason you dream of tombstone and you are happy or laughing means death of your enemies. It also means you will make bold and high-risk decisions in life but sadly it will be suicidal and will not give you any gains.

What Does A Dream About Football Mean?

Dreaming about football is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means success or achievement. It also means freedom and joy and a period of tension free life. Dreams of football and scoring a goal mean you will soon achieve your goal through teamwork. It also means you will get relief from a tough work or situation after success. Dream of football and you see other people around you mean there will be happy occasion. You will get to be free with your friends or people you like. It also means you will get to hear happy news. Dreaming of football and you see strangers around means you will get to hear positive news. It also means defeat of your enemies. A team or something that you support will achieve victory. It also means glory and triumph as a fan of something. It also means getting selected for something and honor. Dreams of football and you are searching for a particular football means someone important will be absent during a very important event in

3 March 2023 Tithi – Panchang – Hindu Calendar – Good Time – Nakshatra – Rashi

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Friday, 3 March 2023 – It is Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi or the eleventh day during waxing or light phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi or the eleventh day during waxing or light phase of moon till 9:44 AM on March 3. Then onward it is Shukla Paksha Dwadashi tithi or the twelfth day during waxing or light phase of moon till 11:49 AM on March 4. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.)  Good – Auspicious time on March 3, 2023 as per Hindu Calendar – Good and auspicious time after 9:11 AM.  Nakshatra  – Punarvasu or Punartham nakshatra till 4:17 PM on March 3. Then onward it is Pushya or Poosam or Pooyam nakshatra till 6:53 PM on March 4. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Punarvasu or Punartham nakshatr