In many stories associated with Goddess Kali or Bhadrakali in Kerala, her mount or vehicle or vahana is a Vedalam. As per these stories, Goddess Bhadrakali appeared from the third eye of Shiva to annihilate demon Darikasura. She chose a Vedalam (Vethalam) residing in the Kailash Mountain as her vahana. When Goddess Kali asked Vedalam whether he will be able to carry her, the Vedalam replied that he is capable of carrying her and her entire army on his back. The Vedalam was in a state of perpetual hunger for thousands of years and Goddess Kali promised him that he will be served the heart and liver of the demon at the end of the war. Vedalam carried Goddess Bhadrakali to the fort of the demon. The Goddess was blessed with eighteen different types of weapons by Shiva. An unimaginable and never before seen war was fought between the demon and the Goddess for seven days. The demon lost the strength of an elephant at the end of each day of the battle. On the eighth day, Goddess Bhadrakali

 In Hinduism, mukti is liberation from worldly bondages and suffering. As per Hindu philosophy, birth is considered as bondage (Bhagavad Gita II.51). Therefore, when one is liberated from the endless cycle of births and rebirths, a person attains mukti. According to Advaita Vedanta, liberation is of two types – jivanmukti and vedehamukti. Avidya (nescience or delimited knowledge) is the root cause of the world. Liberation is to become free from the clutches of avidya. Jivanmukta is emancipation during one’s lifetime. Videhamukti is deliverance through a release from the body. In Vasihnava philosophy, mukti is four kinds – salokya, samipya, sarupya and sayujya. When a sadhaka (aspirant) dwells in the same world as God, it is called salokya. Samipya means staying close to God. In sarupya mukti, the aspirant acquires equality in power and all the divine attributes of God (Chandogya Upanishad II.20.2). Ultimately, one attains intimate union with God, the sayujya kind of liberation.

Kaldand Yog is considered a bad and inauspicious period in Hindu astrology. This yog is calculated based on nakshatra or birth star. The time period of Kaldand Yog is till the nakshatra on the particular day. Kaldand Yog time period is to be avoided for travels, exams and financial dealings. The time is also not good for the first meeting with a person or family. All kinds of investments, openings etc should be avoided during the time period. Kaldand Yoga happens when -  Bharani nakshatra falls on Sunday or Ravivar Ardra or Arudhara or Thiruvathira nakshatra falls on Monday or Somvar Magha nakshatra falls on Tuesday or Mangalvar Chitra or Chithirai or Chithira nakshatra falls on Wednesday or Budhwar Jyeshta or Kettai or Triketta nakshatra falls on Thursday or Guruvar Abhijit nakshatra falls on Friday or Shukravar Purvabhadrapada or Pooruruttathi nakshatra falls on Saturday or Shanivar. Kaldand Yog is present only when the corresponding nakshatra is present on the particular day of a w

Mukripokar theyyam ( മുക്രിപ്പോക്കർ തെയ്യം ) is a very rare theyyam performed during the annual kaliyattam, thira, theyyam festival in Kasaragod region of Kerala. As per information this is a Muslim male theyyam. Mukripokar theyyam story is that of an old man performing selfless sacrifice for the betterment of the family and region. He also has the darshan of Goddess Chamundi. It is said that Mukripokar had the vision of Goddess Chamundi when he attempted to catch fish from a river for a festival. Mukripokar theyyam is annually performed at the Chittarikkal Kamballur Kottayil Tharavadu Devasthanam temple (October 27 to October 28) in Kasaragod region of Kerala.

Mudanthemma theyyam ( മുടന്തേമ്മ തെയ്യം ) is a very rare theyyam performed during the annual kaliyattam, thira, theyyam festival in Kasaragod region of Kerala. As per information this is a female theyyam. Mudanthemma theyyam story is that of an old woman performing selfless sacrifice for the betterment of the family and region. The theyyam is unique as it wears a golden mask and uses fresh wines and creepers to cover the body. Mudanthemma theyyam is annually performed at the Chittarikkal Kamballur Kottayil Tharavadu Devasthanam temple (October 27 to October 28) in Kasaragod region of Kerala.

Muchilottu Bhagavathi theyyam is a very popular theyyam performed during the annual theyyam thira kaliyattam festival in Kannur and Kasaragod regions of Kerala. As per information, the theyyam is that of a scholarly and pious woman who attained the status of a Goddess. As per Muchilottu Bhagavathy Theyyam story, a young girl defeated arrogant Brahmins in a scholarly debate but they spread false accusations, especially that she was not a virgin, and this led to her taking life by jumping into fire. It is believed that just before dying the young girl had given blessings to a Muchilodan Vaniyan. He started seeing miracles about the young woman and thus he was the first one to worship the young girl as Goddess. He made her his family deity and this led to the prosperity of the entire community. It is also said that after courting death, the young girl reached Pernijallor and entered Muchilodan Padanayar’s home and drank water from Muchilodan’s Manikkinar (sacred well). The Goddess ass

Dreaming of rubbish is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will face unpleasant incidents in life soon. It also means you might face embarrassing situation in life. Dreams of rubbish also means forced to live in a place you detest. It also means spending time in places you usually avoid or with friends or people who are unclean. Dreaming of rubbish and if it is of your house then you can expect unexpected problems in your family life. There can be both health issues and relationship issues. Dream of rubbish and you have not seen the place in dream before means you will be forced to go to a new place and there you might face disturbing situations. Dreaming of rubbish with other people in it means you will be maligned through scandal. People will try to spread false news about you. Dream of rubbish and you are happy or elated then it means you might do something naughty and it will cause problems for your enemies. The dream also suggests failur

Dreaming of rubies is positive sign and related to hope as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will be able to solve the hardest of problems you come across. It also means change of luck. Dreams of rubies also suggest victory in games or lottery. It also means financial progress or sudden wealth. Dream of rubies and a lot of them means you will see positive development in life. There will be progress through work and contacts. It also means gains in partnership or through a new alignment. Dreams of rubies and you wake up angry or terrified or sad means your wealth will be stolen. It also means someone you trusted in financial matters will cheat you. Dream of rubies and you see someone else trying to pick it up means lost opportunity. It also means you need to be careful and make use of any opening or breakthrough. Dreaming of rubies and you see people you know means progress through cooperation. It also means marriage or an important function in life. Dr

O Bhagavan of the universe, O Universal Form, I see You with manifold arms, stomachs, mouths and eyes, bound less on every side; I see neither Your beginning, nor middle nor end. (Bhagavad Gita Chapter XI – Verse 16) Yes, that also Bhagavan has told Arjuna. ‘I am the Spirit dwelling in the heart of all beings. I am the beginning, the middle and the end of all beings’.   Indeed it is so. .You are all, Bhagavan. All these warriors, friends and foes are but Yourself. Formerly I saw the mask; now I see You behind the mask. Formerly I saw the appearance; now I see the real. You are eating through all mouths, seeing through all eyes. Who is fighting with whom? It is You Yourself; it is Your magic play. You are putting on these different forms of warriors and therefore. I see You with diadem, mace and discus; a mass of radiance shining everywhere dazzling to the sight, blazing all around like burning fire and sun, and immeasurable. (Bhagavad Gita Chapter XI – Verse 17) Glorious, gloriou

Dreaming of rusty metal is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means lack of stability and there will be some problem to something you thought you had fixed. It is also a sign about accidents due to carelessness and poor maintenance. Dreams of rusty metal and you are seen trying to fix it or throw it away means you will make attempts to clean man-made problems in your area. It also means getting back something you had lost or forgotten in a bad condition. Dreams of rusty metal and there is no one in the dream means loss of things. It also means the dream might point to the location where you had lost or misplaced something. It also means trouble in a unknown place during a journey. Dreaming of rusty metal and you are seen getting hurt means accidents while doing some work associated with sharp objects. It also means a hospital visit due to handling broken or rusted things. Dream of rusty metal and you are happy means you will find a way to defeat your en

Dreaming of rushing to catch a plane is a warning sign as per dream interpretation and meaning. The dream means you will miss out on something important by being late in near future or you will need to hurry to reach on time. It also means receiving information about an important appointment very late. Dreams of rushing to catch a plane also mean starting an important journey in the wrong way. Dream of rushing to catch a plane and you know the place means you will be confused as to which one to select in near future. This confusion will result in last minute hurry. Dreams of rushing to catch a plane and you wake up terrified or angry means you will be late for something due to the carelessness of a relative or friend. You will have fights with strangers or relatives. It also means sudden health issue to a family member or friend. It also suggests death of someone close to you. Dreaming of rushing to catch a plane and the place is totally strange means accidents or problems in an

Dreaming of rushing flood waters is a warning sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means there will be conflict and a period of turbulence. You can also expect natural calamities and sudden problems from weather. The dream is also a warning about upcoming storms, heavy rains or earthquake. Dreams of rushing flood waters also mean you will travel during heavy rain and there will be some incident associated with water. Dream of rushing flood waters and it is coming against you means and you will have to toil hard to find results. It also means intense physical work. Dreaming rushing flood waters and you are seen struggling or trying to escape means an old crime or action of yours will trouble you in near future. Dreams of rushing flood waters and you are seen moving along with it happily mean gains in property and wealth. It also means making investments in near future will bring good gains. It also means success after taking huge risk. Dream of rushing flood w

Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Wednesday, 5 April 2023 – It is Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi tithi or the fourteenth day during waxing or light phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi tithi or the fourteenth day during waxing or light phase of moon till 8:55 AM on April 5. Then onward it is Purnima tithi or the full moon day till 9:44 AM on April 6. (Time applicable in all north, south and eastern parts of India. All time based on India Standard Time.)  Good – Auspicious time on April 5, 2023 as per Hindu Calendar – Good and auspicious time till 9:19 AM.  Nakshatra  – Uttara Phalguni or Uthram nakshatra till 11:10 AM on April 5. Then onward it is Hasta or Atham or Hastam nakshatra till 12:32 PM on April 6. (Time applicable in north, south and eastern parts of India).  In western parts of India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, north Karnataka and south Rajasthan), Uttaraphalguni or Uthram nakshatra till 11:23 AM on April