Home Yoga spirituality Faith mysticism Faith Mysticism on September 13, 2022 Lord Ram is the seventh Avatar of Lord Vishnu and is a celebrated deity in the Indian devout households. Worshipped for his divine values, which he stood for, all of his life, he is a shimmering example of a perfect human being that stood the test of time, travelling on an unbeaten path. Dispensing justice to his citizens at Ayodhya as Raja Ram, Lord Ram as Sitaram gave his wife Sita her due justice for her distraught life. There are numerous Lord Ram temples throughout the country, but we have curated the nine famous ones. 1. Raghunath Temple, Jammu Raghunath Temple, based in t he Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, consists of a complex of seven shrines each with its own `Shikhara`, ((rising tower) A portrait of Maharana Ranbir Singh and Lord Hanuman can be found at the point of entrance. Lord Ram is the prominent deity … [Read more...] about Nine Most Famous Temples In India Dedicated To Lord Rama
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Why Vermilion Is Offered To Lord Hanuman
Home Yoga spirituality Faith mysticism Faith Mysticism on May 28, 2018 Hanuman, the deity who is himself a devotee, is believed to be the incarnation of Lord Shiva. He too, just as Shiva, is considered an innocent-hearted deity. But ever wondered why vermilion which is never offered to Shiva, is one of the most important offerings done to Lord Hanuman? The idols of Hanuman in the temples are often seen covered with vermilion all over them. What can be the reason behind it? Here is an interesting story, which tells you why vermilion is offered to Lord Hanuman. Let us see the story unfold. How Hanuman Applied Vermilion All Over His Body Once Goddess Sita was applying Sindoor on her forehead. Hanuman, sitting near her, had been observing the Goddess very keenly. When he could not control his curiousness, he asked - 'Matey (Mother)! Why do you wear that Sindoor on your forehead?' Impressed by his inquisitiveness, the … [Read more...] about Why Vermilion Is Offered To Lord Hanuman
Hanuman Jayanti 2022: Muhurta, Rituals And Significance Of This Festival
Home Yoga spirituality Yoga Spirituality on March 28, 2022 Hanuman Jayanti is a Hindu festival that marks the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman. In a Hindu year, Hanuman Jayanti is observed twice. Once it is observed in Chaitra while the other is observed in the Kartik month. This year Hanuman Jayanti falls in the month of Chaitra will be observed on 16 April 2022. Today we are here to tell you more about this festival. faith-mysticism 7 Powerful Mantras Of Lord Hanuman To Chant To Seek His Blessings Hanuman Jayanti 2022: Date And Muhurta Every year Hanuman Jayanti is observed on the Chaitra Purnima tithi. This year, the Hanuman Jayanti will be observed on Saturday, 16 April 2022. The Purnima Tithi will begin at 02:25 on 15 April 2022 and the Purnima Tithi will end at 00:24 on 16 April 2022. Hanuman Jayanti 2022: Puja Rituals After bathing early in the morning, place a wooden platform on the North-East … [Read more...] about Hanuman Jayanti 2022: Muhurta, Rituals And Significance Of This Festival
8 Unforgettable Ancient Temples In Chitrakoot
Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on September 14, 2022 Chitrakoot is a pilgrimage centre and a nagar panchayat, which is located in the Satna district of Madhya Pradesh. This place has gained momentum because it is connected with the popular Indian epic Ramayana. It virtually stands resplendent with the colours of life and holds historical significance. It conveys the stories of Lord Rama and Sita through the imprints of time. If you are curious to know about the events in Lord Rama's life, here is the place that will help you to connect the missing dots. Chitrakoot district is bounded in the North by Kaushambi, in the South by Satna (MP) Rewa (MP). Here are the top eight ancient temples of Chitrakoot that get you mesmerised to the point of no return. If religious places hold a special fascination for you, you can head straightaway to Chitrakoot. 1. Ram Ghat Ram Ghat, which is the most popular … [Read more...] about 8 Unforgettable Ancient Temples In Chitrakoot
Ramayana And Mahabharata: The Interesting Similarities Between Two Great Indian Epics
Home Yoga spirituality Faith mysticism Faith Mysticism on September 15, 2022 Ramayana and Mahabharata are two Indian epics that mentions about the existence of God and the victory of the good over the evil. Though written in different eras, or yugas, the prime intent of both avatars is the same which is a proof that the world is being handled in the fairest manner by the universal power from the time primordial. Lord Vishnu, with his various incarnations on earth, which ranged from the Matsyavatar to Krishnavatar, signified the process of evolution from the undeveloped fish form to the fully-fledged human being form of Krishna. All the incarnations had one purpose, that is of destroying the malice in people and restoring dharma on the earth. In each avatar, Lord Vishnu faces opposition from demons or demonical beings, teaches them lessons, and protects the cause of the righteous. The four yugas mentioned in the Indian … [Read more...] about Ramayana And Mahabharata: The Interesting Similarities Between Two Great Indian Epics
Ravan Dahan On Vijayadashami: Time, Rituals, Weapon Worship, Effigy Burning, Celebrations, And Significance
Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on September 22, 2022 Dussehra is of paramount significance and as standing evidence of the historical epoch that saw the revival and victory of Dharma over Adharma. Rama, a symbol of Dharma or righteousness, eliminated Ravana, the symbol of evil, in a bitter war that was fought between Rama's forces and Ravana's demon army. Dharma (symbolised by Rama) had been challenged by adharma (Ravana) wherein Rama intervened in the situation and reestablished dharma on planet earth. Seetha was the prime example of Dharmo Rakshati rakshitaha. (Dharma will protect those who follow it). The dharma which she followed protected her from the clutches of the Ravana, the symbol of adharma, through Lord Rama who gave the final verdict. By rescuing seta, he not only followed the dharma of a husband but also dispensed justice to his subjects as an able king who saved them out of the peril called … [Read more...] about Ravan Dahan On Vijayadashami: Time, Rituals, Weapon Worship, Effigy Burning, Celebrations, And Significance
History Behind Celebrating The Navratri Festival
Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Faith Mysticism on October 9, 2018 Navratri is amongst the most important and eminent festivals that the Hindus celebrate in India and in many other parts of the world. This festival is devoted to Goddess Durga. The Hindus celebrate this festival with a lot of dedication and loyalty all over the country. The festival is known to stretch for a constant period of nine days and each day is dedicated to a different form of Goddess Durga. The festival is celebrated in accordance with the Hindu calendar and the festival falls on the Ashvin month, which is between the months of September to October. The celebrations of Navratri include stage decorations, the narration of the great legend of Navratri, chanting the Holy Scriptures and enacting the entire story. On the ninth day of this revered festival, the idols of Goddess Durga are immersed in the water bodies or the evil statue is burnt with … [Read more...] about History Behind Celebrating The Navratri Festival
Happy Dussehra 2021: Vijayadashami Messages To Send To Your Friends And Family
Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on October 15, 2021 On 15 October 2021, Dussehra or Vijayadashami is celebrated all over India. Dussehra comes from two Sanskrit words, 'Dush' means evil and 'Hara' means destroying. Although Dussehra celebrates the victory of good over evil, the stories behind the festival are different in different parts of India. In North India, the festival celebrates the victory of Lord Ram over Ravana, and therefore, effigies of Ravana are burnt on this day. In the Eastern parts of India, the killing of Mahishasura by Goddess Durga is celebrated and in South India, Dussehra is celebrated to mark the victory of Goddess Chamundeshwari over the demon Mahishasura. Celebrate Dussehra or Vijayadashami by sending these messages to your friends and family. festivals Durga Puja: List Of Famous Durga Puja Pandals In Kolkata May all your worries also disappear with the … [Read more...] about Happy Dussehra 2021: Vijayadashami Messages To Send To Your Friends And Family
When Sita Cursed These
Home Yoga spirituality Anecdotes Faith Mysticism on May 29, 2018 The human ages have been divided into four Yugas, the Satyayuga, also known as the Satyuga, the Treta Yuga, Dwapar Yuga and the Kaliyuga. Among these, Satyuga is the most righteous; it was a period when the body, the mind and the heart were all equally good. It is believed that whatever the holy men, such as a sage, a priest, a divine incarnation, said in the Satyuga, it would become true. The blessings and the curses given in those times were highly effective. It was a time when all the life forms in the nature would understand each others' language. There were less sufferings. Whatever that came from the mouth of a pure-hearted soul would destined to be true. That is why the curse given by a suffering or a happy man/woman was equally effective. One such case was when Goddess Sita cursed a cow, a crow, a Ketaki flower, a Tulsi plant (Basil Plant) … [Read more...] about When Sita Cursed These
Durga Puja 2022: Temple Of Goddess Biraja In Jajpur
Home Yoga spirituality Faith mysticism Faith Mysticism on September 23, 2022 Goddess Biraja Temple is a historic Hindu temple located in Jajpur that is around 125 kilometres away from Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. Known as Viraja or Biraja kshetra, this important Maha Shakti peeth, is housed in Jajpur that is known for 1000 lingams. Viraja is a form of Goddess Durga who gets worshipped here as Girija or Viraja and Lord Shiva, receives worship in the form of Jagannath. Adi Shankara, in his Ashtadasha Shakti Peetha Stuti, describes Viraja Devi as Girija who an amalgamation of the holy trinity of Goddesses, that is, Mahakali, Mahalakshmi and Maha Saraswati. As per Shiva Purana, this temple is one of the 51 shakti peeths of Goddess Sati, whose mortal remains were torn into 51 shreds by Lord Vishnu using his Sudarshan Chakra. It is the navel of Sati that fell on Jajpur and a temple was erected for Biraja Devi. Lord Vishnu in … [Read more...] about Durga Puja 2022: Temple Of Goddess Biraja In Jajpur