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Sri Durga Ashtami
Sri Durga Ashtami, also known as Mahashtami, is the most important Ashtami and which is dedicated to Goddess Durga. It holds immense spiritual significance as it marks the eighth day…
Navaratri: Celebrating the Divine Feminine Energy
Navaratri, a vibrant and spiritually significant Hindu occasion, is a celebration of the divine feminine energy. Navaratri finds its roots in various Hindu scriptures, including the Markandeya Purana and the…
Varalakshmi Vratam
Varalakshmi Vratam is a sacred Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the consort of Lord Vishnu, and is observed to seek her blessings for wealth, prosperity, and well-being. Scriptural Significance…
Hindu New Year
Hindu Calendar The Hindu calendar, also known as the Panchang is a combination of lunar and solar influences. It incorporates lunar months and solar years. The lunar months align with…
Adhik Maas: The Leap Month in Hindu Calendar Explained
Introduction Adhik Maas, also known as the extra or leap month in the Hindu lunar calendar, is a fascinating and occasionally occurring phenomenon. Understanding the Hindu Lunar Calendar: Observances and…
Puthandu (Tamil New Year)
Puthandu, the Tamil New Year, is celebrated based on the Tamil solar calendar. The date typically falls on April 14th or 15th, coinciding with the solar new year and the…
Dedication to Lord Rama – Ram Mandir Ayodhya
Situated in Ayodhya, the revered birthplace of Lord Ram, the Ram Mandir stands as a monumental fusion of devotion and history. This temple encapsulates centuries of history and cultural significance, embodying the spiritual ethos of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, Bharat.
Thai Pongal
Thai Pongal, a harvest festival that fills the air with the aroma of freshly harvested crops! It’s a significant celebration for Tamil Hindus and is typically observed in the Tamil…
Mahalaya Pitru Paksha / Pitru Paksha
Mahalaya Pitru Paksha, also known as Pitru Paksha or Shraadh, is a Hindu ritual dedicated to honouring and paying respects to one’s ancestors and deceased relatives. It is observed during…
Vasanth Panchami: Unveiling the Colors of Spring and Wisdom
Introduction Vasanth Panchami, also known as Saraswati Puja, is a joyous Hindu festival that heralds the arrival of spring. Celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Hindu month of…
Purnima
What is Purnima? Purnima is the Sanskrit word for the day of a full moon. What makes purnima special? In most Sanatan Dharma cultures (and other religions/cultures), purnima is a…
Ekadashi: Understanding the Sacred Fasting Ritual in Sanatan Dharma
Introduction In the supreme realm of Sanatan Dharma, the ancient religion that forms the foundation of Hinduism, Ekadashi holds a sacred place. This significant ritual of fasting carries deep spiritual…
Nori Nem: A Mother’s Devotion and Divine Blessings
The sacred Hindu festival of Nori Nem, celebrated mainly in Gujarat, India, is more than a tradition, it’s a story of a mother’s unwavering love and the divine intervention of…
Narak Chaturdashi: Triumph of Light over Darkness
Narak Chaturdashi, also known as Choti Diwali or Roop Chaudas, is celebrated on the fourteenth day (Chaturdashi) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Ashwin (October-November). It…
Sri Ram Navami: Celebrating the Divine Birth of Lord Rama
Sri Ram Navami, commemorates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. This occasion finds its roots in the epic Hindu scripture, the Ramayana, written by Sage…
Sri Saraswati Puja: Honoring the Goddess of Knowledge and Wisdom
Sri Saraswati Puja is a revered Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the embodiment of knowledge, wisdom, and the arts. On this day seek the blessings of Goddess Saraswati for…
Kartik Purnima: The Divine Full Moon Festival
Kartik Purnima, also known as Dev Diwali or Tripuri Purnima, is a significant Hindu festival celebrated on the full moon day in the month of Kartik (October–November). It holds immense…
Skanda Shashti: Celebrating the Victory of Lord Skanda
Skanda Shashti is a significant Hindu occasion dedicated to Lord Skanda, also known as Kartikeya or Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The festival finds mention in…
Panguni Uthiram
Panguni Uthiram, a sacred Hindu occasion celebrating relationships, unity, and divine blessings celebrated by Hindus, particularly in the Tamil month of Panguni (March-April). It holds immense spiritual significance as it…
Maha Ganesh Chaturthi
Maha Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganesh Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom. It is…
Holika Dahan: Unveiling the Fiery Festival of Triumph
Introduction Holika Dahan, also known as Choti Holi or the Festival of Bonfires, is a vibrant Hindu celebration observed on the night before Holi, the Festival of Colors. This ancient…
Embracing the Radiance of Makar Sankranti, a connected vibrance in all things
Makar Sankranti, celebrated annually on January 14th, marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn, or Makara in Sanskrit. It’s not just a date on the…
Ugadhi Telugu New Year
Determining the Date: Luni-Solar Calendar Ugadi is celebrated based on the luni-solar calendar, which considers both lunar and solar movements. It usually falls in March or April, marking the beginning…
Hanuman Jayanti: Commemorating the Divine Servant
Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated to honour the birth of Lord Hanuman, the devoted disciple of Lord Rama. This auspicious day falls on the 15th day of the Shukla Paksha in…
Narasimha Jayanti: Commemorating the Fierce Avatar of Lord Vishnu
Narasimha Jayanti is a sacred Hindu occasion that celebrates the appearance of Lord Narasimha, a unique and fierce incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Narasimha Jayanti finds its roots in Hindu legend,…
Krishna Ashtami: Celebrating the Divine Lord Krishna
Krishna Ashtami, also known as Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is a Hindu occasion celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna in around 3228 BC, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu.…
Purattasi: A Sacred Tamil Month of Devotion and Austerities
Purattasi is a Tamil month that holds immense significance in the Hindu calendar, especially in the Tamil Nadu region. It typically corresponds to the September-October period in the Gregorian calendar.…
Maha Shivaratri: Reverence and Renewal in the Night of Lord Shiva
Introduction Maha Shivaratri, translated as the “Great Night of Shiva” or “A great night of auspiciousness” is a Hindu occasion observed in reverence to Lord Shiva. Falling on the 14th…
Sri Durga Navami
Sri Durga Navami marks the ninth day of the Navaratri festival, a period dedicated to worshiping the various manifestations of Goddess Durga. This auspicious day celebrates the goddess’s ultimate victory…
Kaarthigai Deepam
It’s a beautiful celebration observed by Hindus, especially in the South Indian culture. Picture rows of oil lamps adorning homes, creating a warm and vibrant atmosphere. This is the what…
Shitla Satam
Shitla Satam (also known as Sheetla or Shitala Satam) is a Hindu occasion dedicated to the worship of Goddess Shitala, believed to be the deity of pox and other infectious…
Gurati New Year
The Gujarati New Year, also known as Bestu Varas or Nutan Varsh, is celebrated with enthusiasm and joy in the state of Gujarat, India. It is observed on the first…
The Veda’s, Purana’s, Upanishads, Itahasas and other Important Hindu Scriptures
Introduction This article intends to break down the structure of all Hindu scriptures. There is a definitive structure which most who consider themselves educated in Sanatan Dharma do not know…
Vijay Dashmi: Triumph of Dharma and Divine Forces
Vijay Dashmi, also known as Dussehra, emerges as a radiant celebration within the broader canvas of Navaratri, marking the triumph of dharma (righteousness) over adharma (unrighteousness) and the victory of…
Gita Jayanti
Gita Jayanti, the celebration of wisdom encapsulated in the Bhagavad Gita! It’s observed on the day when Lord Krishna delivered the sacred scripture, the Bhagavad Gita, to Arjuna on the…
Annakut Govardhan Pooja: A Feast of Devotion and Gratitude
Introduction Annakut Govardhan Pooja is a joyous Hindu occasion that marks the day when Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan Hill to protect the residents of Vrindavan from the wrath of…
Naag Panchami
Naag Panchami is a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of serpent deities, particularly the snake god, Naag. It is celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the bright fortnight…
Panchak Yoga
In the realm of Hindu astrology, Panchak Yoga holds a unique place, guiding practitioners through specific celestial alignments. Panchak Yoga is a period in Hindu astrology when the Moon aligns…
Venkateswara Brahmotsavam: A Divine Celebration
Venkateswara Brahmotsavam is a grand and spiritually significant Hindu occasion celebrated at the renowned Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. It is also celebrated around the world by millions.…
Masi Magham
Masi Magham is a significant occasion observed in the Tamil month of Masi, which typically falls between February and March. It holds cultural and spiritual importance among Tamil Hindus and…
Thai Poosam: A Spirited Celebration of Devotion and Sacrifice
Introduction Thai Poosam, an auspicious occasion celebrated by millions of Hindus, primarily Tamilians, is a poignant expression of devotion and spiritual fervour. Date and Occurrence It is celebrated on the…
Chitra Pournami: Embracing the Full Moon Glow of Spirituality
Introduction Chitra Pournami is a vibrant celebration that revolves around the beauty and spiritual significance of the full moon in the month of Chaitra. Though not directly originating from specific…
Diwali or Deepavali: Illuminating the Tapestry of Lights, Legends, and Pujas
Introduction Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in Hinduism. This festival of lights signifies the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil,…
Vaikasi Visakam: Commemorating the Birth of Lord Murugan
Vaikasi Visakam or Vaikasi Visagam is a significant Hindu festival that marks the auspicious birth of Lord Murugan, the divine warrior and son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The…
Dhan Trayodashi: Unveiling the Wealth of Tradition and Prosperity
Introduction Dhan Trayodashi, falling on the thirteenth day of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Kartik (October-November), is celebrated with great enthusiasm across Bharat. The term “Dhan”…
Upanishads Unveiled: A Comprehensive List of the 108 Spiritual Gems
Introduction The literal translation of Upanishads is “to sit near” or “to sit next to”. This is in relation to a student sitting next to his or her teacher. The…
Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan, a cherished Hindu occasion, is a celebration of the sacred bond between brother and sister. The origins of Raksha Bandhan trace back to Hindu stories. One well-known narrative…
Guru Purnima
Guru Purnima, a sacred Hindu festival, unfolds on the full moon day in the month of Ashadha (June-July). It stands as a beacon of reverence, a day when devotees express…