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The North Indian Lunar Hindu Calendar has earmarked Yashoda Jayanti on a specific date of the Phalgun month. This is on Krishna Paksha Shasthi. On the other hand, certain states like those of Maharashtra and Gujarat whereas some of the states down south follow Yashoda Jayanti as per Amanta Lunar Calendar which occurs in the […]
While all twelve Sankrantis occurring year-round are auspicious, it is the eleventh month of the Hindu calendar that holds significance for Kumbha Sankranti. Devotees believe in the practice of giving towards charity during Sankranti. This act known as Dan Punya is done with great fervor alongside certain other rituals and practices in connection with Sankranti. […]
A well-known saint by the name of Guru Ravidas who lived during the period of 1377 to 1527 C.E created a great impression with his eloquent verses and songs of devotion towards the Bhakti Movement. His other monikers included names such as Raidas, Rohidas as well as Ruhidas. His birthplace is Mandhuadhe situated in the […]
The Purnima of Magha month is auspicious in every sense. Hindu texts and doctrines mention the need for taking of holy bath during the Magha Purnima day. Austerity measures are also observed with strict devotion. Besides these, devotees indulge in the art of giving which is essentially charity work. The Magha Maasam thus ends by […]
People belonging to Jain community are very strict with their religious fastings. Jain women observe the fast of Rohini Vrat for longevity of husbands’ lives. The vrat is observed on the day of Rohini nakshatra. Incidentally, Rohini Nakshatra is the twenty-seventh one amongst Hindu Calendar nakshatras. The vrat for Rohini kickstarts soon after the sun […]
As the festival of Karthigai Deepam falls in Tamil Nadu, the state gets lit up with oil lamps called deepams or diyas. As dusk falls and the onset of evening sets in, Tamilians celebrate this festival with Diyas or Deepams to brighten up their homes on the auspicious day of Karthigai Deepam. As the festival […]
Lord Ganesha Vahana History: It is well-known that the vehicle of Lord Ganesha is a small mouse. The images of Ganesha, seen in the ancient scriptures were without his vehicle. Ganesh Purana mentions about different incarnations of Lord Ganesha of which Mohotkata has a lion as his vehicle, Dhumraketu has a horse, Gajanana has the […]
Lord Ganesha is renowned by his unique image having a big elephant head, pot belly, broken tusk, and a small mouse as vehicle. Ganesh is known as Vignaharta which means destroyer of all obstacles. His long ears signify that he hears every words of his devotees. The elephant head symbolizes wisdom. People in India worship […]
Mythology Behind Ganesh Chaturthi: Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most popular festivals in India. It is a 10 day-long celebration and during this period all offices, schools, colleges and commercial establishments remain closed on the first and last day. Hindu devotees celebrate this festival by worshipping Lord Ganesha’s idol at home. Pujas and regular […]
Lord Ganesh, who is regarded as the Lord of Lords in Hindu mythology, is associated with prosperity, fortune and wisdom. Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India, which makes the nation vibrate with the chant of “Ganpati Bappa Morya”. There are so many Ganesha temples which are […]
