Written by: Keelambur ShankarasubramanianEditor: Kalaimagal Airavatham, the white elephant, serves as the vehicle of Indra, the king of the gods. According to legends, this majestic elephant emerged when the gods and demons churned the ocean of milk. In the Mayiladuthurai district, the Swetharanyeswarar Temple is located in Thiruvengadu. Lord Shiva here is known as Swetharanyeswarar, […]

Dussehra is considered one of the most popular festivals in India. It is seen as an occasion where good triumphs over evil. Celebrated under the names of Vijayadashami and Dussehra across India, this festival holds significant cultural and historical value depending on the region. Though it is generally marked as the day when Goddess Durga […]

ஶ்ருதி ஸ்மிருதி புராணானாம்ஆலயம் கருணாலயம்நமாமி பகவத் பாத சங்கரம்லோக சங்கரம்ஒரு முறை ஸ்ரீ மகாபெரியவா திருநெல்வேலி மாவட்டம் பாபநாசத்தில் முகாமிட்டிருந்தார். மகாபெரியவர் பாபநாசத்தில் முகாமிட்டிருக்கும் செய்தியைக் கேட்டு சுற்றுவட்டாரப் பகுதிகளிலிருந்து ஏராளமான பக்தர்கள் கூட்டம் கூட்டமாக வந்துஸ்ரீ மகாபெரியவாளை தரிசித்து அனுக்ரஹம் பெற்றுச் சென்றனர். மகாபெரியவா முகாமிட்டிருந்த இடத்திற்கருகே ஒரு பார்வையற்ற தம்பதியர் கையில் பார்வையில்லா கைக்குழந்தையுடன் பிக்ஷை எடுத்துக் கொண்டிருந்தனர்.சென்னையில் ஒரு மிகப்பெரிய செல்வந்தர்ஸ்ரீ மகாபெரியவா முகாமிட்டிருக்கும் இடத்திற்கெல்லாம் சென்றுஸ்ரீ மகாபெரியவாளின் அனுக்ரஹம் பெறுவதை வழக்கமாகக் […]

Saturday is considered a special day for Lord Vishnu, and the Saturdays in the Tamil month of Purattasi are even more significant. Observing fasts and worshipping Lord Venkatajalapathy during these Saturdays brings numerous benefits. There is a story connected to the offering of clay pot prasadam to Lord Venkateswara. It starts with the sage Narada […]

Hanuman’s birthday is celebrated in the Tamil month of Margazhi, on the new moon day under the Moola Nakshatra. His greatness is not only mentioned in the Ramayana but also in several other Puranas. The main reason for this is his dual significance: in Vaishnavism, he is revered as a devoted follower of Lord Rama, […]

Kali Puja 2024 is a significant festival dedicated to Goddess Kali, celebrated primarily in West Bengal and among devotees of the goddess across India. Here’s everything you need to know about the date, timings, rituals, and celebrations for Kali Puja in 2024. Date of Kali Puja 2024 Puja Timing Rituals and Vidhi (Procedure) Celebration Share….

The Goddess Kali is a powerful figure in Hindu mythology, embodying both destruction and creation. Her fierce demeanor and transformative energy offer profound lessons on embracing pain and finding strength through adversity. Here are some key lessons inspired by Kali 1. Embrace the Darkness 2. Letting Go of the Past 3. Finding Strength in Vulnerability […]

Celebrating Krishna Janmashtami involves preparing delicious offerings (bhog) for Lord Krishna. Here are some divine recipes that can elevate your bhog for this auspicious occasion: 1. Maakhan Mishri (Butter and Sugar Candy) Ingredients: Instructions: 2. Peda (Sweet Milk Fudge) Ingredients: Instructions: 3. Kheer (Rice Pudding) Ingredients: Instructions: 4. Kadi (Spiced Yogurt Curry) Ingredients: Instructions: 5. […]

Pradosham Vrat holds great significance in Hinduism, particularly for devotees of Lord Shiva. Observing a fast on this day is believed to yield numerous spiritual benefits and help in attaining peace and prosperity. Here’s why fasting on Pradosham is important: Importance of Fasting on Pradosham Vrat How to Observe the Fast Conclusion: Fasting on Pradosham […]

Pradosh Vrat is an important Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is celebrated twice a month, on the thirteenth day of the lunar fortnight (Trayodashi) in both the waxing (Shukla Paksha) and waning (Krishna Paksha) phases of the moon. Here’s everything you need to know about Pradosh Vrat: Significance of Pradosh Vrat Legend of […]