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  

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 Time

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The Ekadasi dates are based on Indian Standard Time (IST).

January 5, 2012 – Shattila Ekadashi - Vaikunta Ekadasi
January 19, 2012 – Putrada Ekadasi
February 3, 2012 - Jaya Ekadasi - Bhoumi and Bheeshma Ekadasi
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Traditions, customs and rituals are a part of every wedding and the Tamil Hindu Wedding is no
different. Marriages in Tamil Nadu have ancient practices passed down generations, making them
unique and unparalleled.

A Tamil wedding is not very extravagant, though significant stress is laid on abiding by Tamil
traditions and customs. Preparations for the marriage ceremonies start months before. Once a
match is finalized, the families of the bride and the groom start arrangements right away. An
auspicious month for marriage is chosen, marriage date is fixed and a marriage hall booked.

Sumangali Prarthanai is performed a few days before the wedding da... Read More  

Koniamman temple

Koniamman temple

The Koniamman temple is said to have been built by the Irula King ‘Kovan’ in his empire ‘Kovanpudur’.The word “Koni” means ruler. It is said that this temple got this name as it was worshipped by the Kings as their patroness and hence the Goddess was called ‘Koniamman’. The empire of this King was called Kovanpudur. It is said that the name ‘Coimbatore’ was coined from Kovanpudur that the curr... Read More  

Telugu Wedding

According to the Hindu tradition, life consists of mainly four stages(ashramas) namely, Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha and Sanyasa. Grihastha ashrama is where a man and a woman come together, marry, and lead a life of oneness. Marriage, in any religion, has a lot of value and sanctity. In India, marriage is not just an event, it is considered as a sacred institution where an opportunity is provided for two people to grow from life partners into soul mates. Marriage is a social and spiritual responsibility and involves a sense of unity.

Andhra Pradesh has a rich and varied cultural heritage. In aspects of marriage, ... Read More  

Kuchanur Sani Bhagavan

Kuchanur, a small village near Chinnamanur in Theni district, as does Thirunallar, has a separate temple for Lord Saniswara, unlike other places where He is part of the Navagrahas.

Legend has it that King Dinakaran who once ruled Kalinganadu with Mani Nagaram as capital incurred Sani Bhagwan’s wrath for 7-1/2 years. Dinakaran’s son Chandiravadanan on coming to know of it through an astrologer went to a dense forest and sat on a penance in the midst of Senbagam, Sandalwood and Kongu trees near the bank of Surabi river to invoke the blessings of Lord Saniswara to set his father free f... Read More  

In 2011, there are 24 Ekadasis. Ekadashi is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu on the eleventh day of every lunar fortnight in traditional Hindu calendar. Ekadasi 2011 dates based on Indian standard time (IST). Observing Ekadashi is also considered one of the ways to attain Moksha. Here are the Ekadasi dates in 2011.

January 15, 2011, Saturday – Putrada Ekadasi (Smarta)
January 16, 2011, Sunday – Putrada Ekadasi (Bhagavath in most regions on this day)
January 29, 2011, Sa... Read More