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Khatu Shyam Falgun Mela 2023

Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Falgun Mela is one of the biggest Mela (Fair) in Rajasthan, which lasts for about 8 days in the Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month.

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Why is the number 108 considered very auspicious in Sanatan Dharma?

A visit to the Amarnath temple is a journey of faith. An ice Shivling is naturally formed inside the holy Amarnath cave, hence Baba Amarnath is also known as Baba Barfani.

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Amarnath Yatra - A Journey of Faith

A visit to the Amarnath temple is a journey of faith. An ice Shivling is naturally formed inside the holy Amarnath cave, hence Baba Amarnath is also known as Baba Barfani.

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How is the last rites (Antim Sanskar) of Shankaracharyas performed?

He died at Paramhansi Ganga Ashram at Jhoteshwar in Narsingpur district of Madhya Pradesh. Shankaracharya Swami Swaroopanand Saraswati was given Bhu-samadhi in his ashram.

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Sadhguru's Birthday: Jaggi Vasudev's Inspirational Quotes On Life, Love And Spirituality

Sadhguru, born Jaggi Vasudev, is an Indian yogi and author. He is known for his work on yoga and spirituality and his initiative Isha Foundation

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Why is the Dev Language Sanskrit popular in Overseas Too?

Sanskrit is the sacred language of Hinduism, the language of classical Hindu philosophy and the historical texts of Buddhism and Jainism. Sanskrit has a rich history and was used for early Indian mathematics and science. The grammar of Sanskrit is systematic, formulaic and logical, which makes it highly suitable for writing algorithms.

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Varalakshmi Pooja, Vrat and Vidhi

Varalakshmi Vrat is considered a very holy fast in Hinduism. Varalakshmi Puja is one of the days dedicated to Lakshmi, the Mata of wealth and prosperity. This year Varalakshmi Vrat is on 25th August 2023.

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Nagpanchami Celebration in Indian Culture

On the fifth day or Panchami in the Shukla Paksha of the Pavitra Shravan (Sawan) month, it is celebrated as Nagpanchami.

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Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi

Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrated every year on the Chaturthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. The special importance of Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi has been mentioned in the scriptures. This festival is a day to worship Bhagwan Ganesh. This fast comes once in 3 years.

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Why Hanuman ji worshiped on Tuesdays and Saturdays?

Hanuman ji is considered an incarnation of Bhagwan Shiva. The son of Kesari and Anjana, Hanuman was born on a Tuesday, a full moon day during the Hindu month of Chaitra. Therefore, devotees worship Shri Hanuman on Tuesdays. Shani Dev is very pleased by worshiping Hanuman ji on Saturday and it removes all the problems related to Shani Dev.

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Why Aadi month is special in South India?

Aadi masam, the fourth month of the Tamil calendar, falls between mid-July to mid-August. It is a time of grand festivities when deities like Kalikambal, Mariamman, Mudakanni Amman and Bhadrakali are worshiped. This month is considered extremely auspicious for performing religious activities and worshiping bhagwan’s, especially Devi’s. Hence, this month is generally avoided for any auspicious ceremony like marriage etc.

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What is Vikram Samvat? How is it Calculated?

Vikram Samvat (VS) is a calendar era used in India, Nepal, and some parts of Southeast Asia. It is named after Vikramaditya, a legendary king of Ujjain. The VS calendar is lunisolar, meaning that it is based on the cycles of the moon and the sun. The first year of the VS calendar is equivalent to 57 BCE in the Gregorian calendar.

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Famous Shiva Temple outside India

Bhagwan Shiva has many forms and is worshiped outside India as well. He is worshiped as a main deity by the people of India and Nepal, he is also worshiped as an important aspect of Hinduism. Apart from Shiva temples in India, there are many Shiva temples outside India as well, seeing which you will be surprised.

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Best places to visit near Deoghar

If you are planning to visit Deoghar then apart from the main temple of Baba Baidyanath, you can see many more in Deoghar.

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How to Reach ISKCON Mayapur and Available Facilities?

Mayapur ISKCON is one of the largest temples in the world located in Mayapur in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is one of the popular spiritual places of West Bengal and is situated between Hooghly and Jalangi river. It is the dham or abode of a spiritual being named "Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu".

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