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Story Of Kumbeshwar Form Of Shiva

Shiva is worshipped in the Kumbeshwar Shivling in many temples in India and Nepal. Here is the story of Kumbeshwar form of Shiva. Kumbeshwar Shivling is associated with fertility, good harvest, water, and abundance. Chandra, the moon god, once asked Brihaspati, the guru of devas, to perform the rajasuyajna. It required the conquest of the entire universe. Chandra conquered the universe and the collected wealth was brought to Mount Meru, the spot of rajasuya yajna. The sacrifice was completed successfully. Chandra’s success blinded him both morally and physically. Chandra happened to see Tara, the wife of Brihaspati, and he was enamored by her beauty. Blinded by lust, Chandra carried her off and impregnated her against her will. Brihaspati did not get help from other Devas to avenge this insult as they feared the physical strength of Chandra. Brihaspati then complained to Shiva and he decided to challenge Chandra. Brahma intervened and asked Chandra to return Tara to Brihaspati or

Basanti Puja 2024 – Importance of Chaitra Durga Puja in March - April Date 2024

Basanti Puja, also known as Chaitra Durga Puja, is observed during the Chaitra Navratri . Basanti Puja 2024 date is from April 14 to April 17. This puja is based on the belief that Durga Puja was originally held during Spring season, or Basant, to observe the Spring equinox. It was Lord Ram who changed worship period of Goddess Durga from Chaitra to Ashwin (October – November). He had invoked Goddess Durga in Ashwin month to get her blessings before starting his campaign against demon King Ravana in the Ramayana. The name Basanti puja is famous in eastern parts of India, especially in Bengal, Assam, Manipur, Tripura, Orissa, Arunachal Pradesh and Jharkhand. Mother Goddess is worshiped in North and Western parts of India during the same period for nine days starting from Chaitra Shukla Paksha Pratipada. Basanti Puja 2024 Calendar Sri Basanti Devi Durga Puja Amantran Adhibas – April 14 Saptami Puja, Nabapatrika – April 15 Ashtami puja , Sandhi Puja – April 16 Navami puja – Apr

Shatkarma in Tantra

Shatkarma in Tantra refers to the six tantric applications. In Tantra there are six procedures grouped under the name of “black rites”. They are called “black” to indicate the fact that they are techniques of lesser merit, and are of a rather unwholesome nature. They are also called tantric shatkarmas because they are six in number. Their names are given in Yogini Tantra (IV.3) as follows Vashikaran – which means bringing under control Vidvesana – meaning causing envy, conflict and enmity Uccatana – meaning uprooting, removing or driving away Marana – killing or destroying Santi or Svastyayana – meaning turning anything inauspicious into auspicious and favorable Stambhana – making standstill and fixed   like a pole, or restricting the movement of a thing Only a highly specialized and expert practitioner of Tantra, who has achieved siddhi, can succeed in applying these black rites with his control over them. There is an element of mystery about them. The suitable timings

Dreaming Of Rose Plant – Meaning

Dreaming of red plant is a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means happiness and joy. It also means new relationship. Dream of different color rose plant associated with desire fulfillment related to opposite sex. Dreams of rose plant and you see blood means rejection and failure. It also means someone you trusted will leave you. It is also a sign of love or relationship failure. Dream of rose plant and you are unhappy means fear of future. It also means your happiness will depend on the decision of another person. It also means you are not ready to take risk. Dreaming of rose plant and you see other people and they are happy means success and joy. It also means marriage and functions. Dreams of rose plant and you see thorns and it bleeding blood means you will be tricked by someone. It also means emotional problems. You will act without thinking in near future. Dream of rose plant fading or going bad is warning sign about fights with friends or spous

Dreams Of Romance – Meaning

Dreams of romance is a positive sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. Dream of romance means you will have your desires fulfilled related to opposite sex. It also means your mind is not under control and you need to keep your passions in control to avoid troubles. Dream of romance and you know the person means positive development in a relationship. Dreams about romance with your spouse means you will need to find ways to keep your relationship afresh and exciting. It also means your spouse might surprise you. Dream of romance with a stranger means that you are going to face emotional problems and relationship issues. Someone whom you trusted might cheat on you. It also means acting without thinking and later regretting it. A married person seeing the dream of romance with another person means you are going to cheat your spouse or your spouse is cheating on you. It is also an indication that you are not happy with your married life. You need to find ways to settle this.

Though Formless God Appears With Form To The Devotee

In the tenth chapter of the Bhagavad Gita Sri Krishna declared that the entire universe is ruled and supported by on a part of His power. Arjuna begs to be favored with a vision of the way in which God supports the universe by His unsearchable power. And his prayer is granted. Speaking from the highest standpoint, Bhagavan is absolute and formless. Through formless, fire seems to take a form when something is ablaze. Similarly, though formless, God appears with form to the devotee. When the mind is pure and spiritualized, the incomprehensible divine majesty of God throw, as it were, a reflection on that purified mind and that is the spiritual perception of man. As fire is present everywhere and can be made visible through friction, even so God is present everywhere and can be made visible through burning love and devotion. How wonderful, beyond all comprehension, is the statement made by Sri Krishna in the last verse of Chapter 10: O Arjuna, what need is there for you to know all

Dreams Of Roller Skating – Meaning

Dreams of roller skating are a good omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will achieve happiness and success and do things that you always wanted to do. There will be adventure and thrills in near future. Dreaming of roller skating means a small life style change will result in you achieving tremendous amount of energy and self-confidence. Dreaming of roller skating in unknown location means boldness and adventure. Dreams of roller skating through busy road with vehicles means madness and acting without thinking after rejection or failure. It is a warning sign. Dream of roller skating through natural surrounding means opportunity to fulfill unfulfilled desires. Dreaming of roller skating and you seeing yourself means it is time for you to change your lifestyle. It means you should start getting active. The dream is a kind of advice and warning. Dreaming of roller skating going uphill means hard work. It means if you are ready to work hard in near f

Dreams Of Rotten Teeth – Meaning

Dreams of rotten teeth are a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will face problems in life due to past actions of yours. Dreaming of rotten teeth should be seen a sign of big problems in life. You will need to remain calm and avoid taking risks after seeing dream of rotten teeth. Dreams of rotten teeth means premature aging or health issues that make you look weak and aged. Dream of rotten teeth and you see your partner abandoning you means relationship problems in near future. Dreaming of rotten teeth and you are arguing with family members means problems in family life and someone might leave you forever. Dreams of rotten teeth and there is blood means there will be accidents through fall or through vehicle or by animals. Dream of rotten teeth and you wake up terrified or sad means injury to visible body parts causing permanent damage. Dreams of rotten teeth and you throwing out something means self-medication will cause damage to importan

Dreams Of Robbery Attack – Meaning

Dreams of robbery attack are a warning sign about upcoming problems as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means soon you will face problems in your property. It also means you catching a robber in your home. Dreams of robbery attack and it is at an unknown place means you will help someone who is getting mugged. It also means unexpected physical fights or chase. It also means you need to be careful while traveling especially during night and in lonely places. Dream of robbery attack and you know the place means you will finally solve a theft in your house or property. It also means sudden problems in your home due to outsiders. Dreaming of robbery attack and you see family members or neighbors means you will try to become a hero but will soon realize that you messed up with a wrong person. It also means injury and embarrassment. Dreams of robbery attack and the person hitting you back means you will be getting into unwanted problems or will act in haste. Please not

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

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Monday, 27 March 2023 – It is Shukla Paksha Sashti tithi or the sixth day during waxing or light phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Shukla Paksha Sashti tithi or the sixth day during waxing or light phase of moon till 7:25 PM on March 27. Then onward it is Shukla Paksha Saptami tithi or the seventh day during waxing or light phase of moon till 8:29 PM on March 28. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.)  Good – Auspicious time on March 27, 2023 as per Hindu Calendar – Good and auspicious time on the entire day.  Nakshatra  – Rohini nakshatra till 5:26 PM on March 27. Then onward it is Mrigasira or Makayiram or Mrigasheersham nakshatra till 7:03 PM on March 28. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Rohini nakshatra till 3:27 P