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The 24 different Ekadasis
Mythological Significance of Ekadasi:
It is believed that Ekadasi is the name of the Goddess that arose from Lord Vishnu to defeat Demon Mura. Happy with her divine act, Lord Vishnu blessed her that anyone who observes Ekadasi fast will be freed of their sins and will attain Moksha.
The 24 different Ekadasis:
1. Putrada Ekadasi:
There is a popular belief that married couples without childre... Read More
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Ekadasi fasting and its benefits
Meaning of Ekadasi:
Every month of the Hindu calendar has two auspicious days of Ekadasi. It falls on the eleventh day of the fortnight of the lunar cycle. The first Ekadasi occurs when the moon is closest to the earth and the second Ekadasi occurs when the moon is farthest from the earth. The Ekadasi days are also indicators of the high and low tides of the sea. There are 24 Ekadasis in a year and each Ekadasi has a unique name. Ekadasi is observed as a day of fasting and devotion.
Benefits of Ekadasi fasting:
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Importance of flower worship
Why flowers?
There is a great meaning behind the flower worship in all our prayers and rituals.
In this article lets quickly explore the significance of offering flowers to Gods. It is believed that by offering natural flowers, our mind and soul which are covered by evil thinkings and bad feelings are cleared by means of soft flowers. It is considered as an act of dedicating oneself with great bakthi. Devotees of Read More
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Hanuman Vrats - fasting dates dedicated to Hanuman
As already explained in our previous blogs, fasting or upvaas is given a great importance in the Hindu way of life. Fasting was viewed with great spiritual significance that we have dedicated everyday of a week for a particular God or deity and there are exclusive vrata/fasting procudures.
Tuesday (mangalwar) is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is very popular among North Indians, w...
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What is Ashtama Shani all about?
Ashtama Shani (Ashtama Sani) is of great importance in Vedic Astrology. Ashtama Shani (Ashtama Sani) 2011 Transition will take place on November 15 and Shani makes the transition to Tula Rashi or (Libra Zodiac). Ashtama Shani begins for Meena or Pisces. Ashtama sani will come to end for Kumbha Rasi on November 15, 2011. The date varies for different Panchangams. The transition is on December 21, 2011 as per the almanac used by South Indian astrologers. Read More
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How to observe Sankatahara Chaturthi fasting
Why fast on Sankatahara Chaturthi ?
Fasting on Sankatahara Chaturthi is considered very auspicious and extremely beneficial. Usually it is recommended to take up this vratam for a period of One year and observe fasting on all the Sankatahara Chaturthi days and will end it by performing “Maha Ganapathi Homam” or “Vaancha Kalpa Ganapathy Homan”.
By doing this, it is believed that all the difficult tasks will be accomplished and the obstacles will be removed from one’s life.
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Sankatahara Chaturthi fasting days in 2012
Sankata’ stands for worries or problems. ‘Hara’ stands for elimination or removal.So observing Sankashta Chaturthi is believed to remove all obstacles and difficulties in one’s life.This vrata (fasting) is one of the widely performed fasting pujas in Indian household, mostly by women but not limited to them alone. Read More
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Saturn Transit / Shani Peyarchi Predictions 2011 - part 3/3
Continued from Part 2 : << Go to Part 2 - What is Shani Transit , is it harmful
Capricorn: Saturn being the Rasi lord of Capricorn much negative results might not be expected. Unexpected success in business and career and increased income could be the result. Though the transit of Saturn into the kendras is not auspicious as per the classical texts, elevation in career and subsequent problems could happen as observed. Health would be satisfactory and income would increase. Loss o... Read More
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Saturn Transit / Shani Peyarchi Predictions 2011 - part 2/3
Continued from Part 1 : << Go to Part 1 - What is Shani Transit , is it harmful
Cancer: Winning over opposition and help from partners and spouse would make this transit positive for the cancer natives. Purchase of ready built or used houses and vehicles and vintage car...
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Saturn Transit / Shani Peyarchi Predictions 2011 - part 1/3
Let us see what are the major general indications for each of the 12 Rasis or Zodiac signs (Moon signs) during the above period of reign of Saturn in Libra. While the results indicated here are primarily for the Janma Rasis, (Moon sign), the results could also manifest on the same lines to some extent from one's Ascendant as per my research and experience. Read More
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Time for Diwali Puja in India
Diwali is also the time for performing important pujas like Lakshmi puja and also pujas are performed on Dhantaru and New Year. Here are the dates and Muhurat for 2011 for Dhanteras or Dhanvantari Puja, Lakshmi Puja and New Year puja. All time based on India Standard TimeDhantaru or Dhanteras Puja TimeMarathi Calendars06:37 AM to 08:04 AM - Amrut9:30 AM to 10:56 AM - Shubh01:49 PM to 03:16 PM - C... Read More---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Can a mantra register in the mind of an unborn child?
When a woman is pregnant and the stipulated rituals are performed, it is customary to invoke the river which is close to where the rituals are performed. Sages would have done penance on the banks of rivers, and it is hoped that the auspiciousness which would have accrued to the place on account of this, will confer benefits on the unborn child. The mantras are supposed to be recited to the accompaniment of the veena, said V.S. Karunakarachariar. The idea is that the music will help the foetus absorb the mantras. The mantras speak of God being the Master of the Universe.
Can a mantra register in the mind of a child? There is evidence to show that it can, as seen in the story of Prahlada. The asura Hiranyakasipu is away and has left behind his pregnant wife Kayathu. Indra, the king of the celestials, taking advantage of the absence of Hiranyakasipu, abducts Kayathu. Narada, p... Read More
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