Hanuman Jayanthi 2024 Date, Importance & Celebrations

Why Hanuman Jayanthi is Celebrated?

It is clear from the name that Hanuman Jayanti is the celebration of the birth of the greatest devotees of Lord Rama and that is Lord Hanuman.

The festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu Chaitra month.

Different states will celebrate Hanuman Jayanti in different ways. The main motto is to worship the Lord and seek his blessing.

In Andhra Pradesh and in Telangana this festival is celebrated for 41 days starting from the day of Hanuman Jayanti.

In Kerela and in Tamil Nadu the festival is celebrated in Dhanu month and on the new moon day.

The main objective of this day is the same in all the states and that is praying to the lord Hanuman and getting his blessings.

Hanuman Jayanthi 2024 Date Hanuman Jayanthi 2024 Date - Tuesday, April 23 Hanuman Jayanthi 2025 Date - Saturday, April 12 Hanuman Jayanthi 2026 Date - Thursday, April 2 Hanuman Jayan…
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Sri Krishna Janmashtami 2024 Date, Celebrations, & Story

In Hinduism, traces can be found for 33 million gods. Each of them stands for a specific identity and there’s a cosmic reason why people worship so many gods in India.

Among all of them, most are the avatars of Lord Vishnu. If you are accustomed to the whereabouts of Hinduism, you must be aware of the popularity of Lord Krishna, especially among the followers of Vaishnavism.

Just like any other religion in the world, Hinduism has its own dates that are celebrated across territories of the Indian subcontinent. One of them happens to be ‘Krishna Janmashtami’, which indicates the birth anniversary of Krishna.

In this reference, we would like to mention that Lord Krishna was the eighth avatar of Vishnu, and undoubtedly one of the most influential religious deities in Hindu philosophy.

His image is so impactful that many western countries have dedicated temples for worshipping Lord Krishna. If you don't know already, Steve Jobs, t…

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Sri Rama Navami Date, Story & Celebrations

Ram Navami is the celebration of the birth of Lord Rama who was the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu.  This is one of the most pious Hindu festivals which is celebrated on the 9th day of Chaitra Navratri.

Every Hindu festival has an interesting story behind it. The festival of Ram Navami also has an interesting story. Some of the elder generations may already be aware of the same. Let us once again look into the story behind  this festival.

The Story of Rama Navami

King Dasaratha of Ayodhya and his three queens Kaushalaya, Kaikai and Sumitra were saddened by the fact that they had not been blesses with a son. It is then that their guru Rishi Vashishtha asked the King to perform the Putra Kamesti Yaga so that they can be blessed with a male child.

The king went to Rishi Shringya’s ashram to perform the yagnya. The rishi performed the ritual and gave kheer to the king to feed his queens. The king gave half of it to Kausalya a…

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Onam – Kerala’s Harvesting Festival, Onam Story & Dates

Onam is one of the biggest festivals that is celebrated in the State of Kerela. Onam is a major annual event for Malayali people. Festival is celebrated to commemorate King Mahabali, whose spirit is said to visit to Kerela. King Mahabali for whom the devotees of Kerela have lots of respect is also known on by the names Maveli and Onathappan. Let us understand the story behind the most important festival of Kerela.

Onam & Thiruvonam 2019 Date Day 1 - Atham - 1st September, SundayDay 2 - Chithira - 2nd September, MondayDay 3 - Chothi - 3rd September, TuesdayDay 4 - Vishakham - 4th September, WednesdayDay 5 - Anizham (Vallam Kali) - 5th September, ThursdayDay 6 - Thrikketa - 6th September, FridayDay 7 - Moolam ( Ona Sadya, Puli Kali, Kaikotti Kali) - 7th September, SaturdayDay 8 - Pooradam (Onathappan) - 8th September, SundayDay 9 - Pooram - 9th September, MondayDay 10 - Uthradom  (First Onam - Uthradappachil) - 10th September, TuesdayDay 11 - …
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Maha Shivaratri Date, Rituals & Story

Hindu mythology is built around the philosophy of three Gods that constitute the universe. The concept of Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwar are well illustrated in our ancient Puranas. The Trinity is thought of to be the ultimate force that guides the whereabouts of the universe. While Lord Brahma is accounted for the creation of this vast universe, Vishnu is considered to be the operator of the same. In comparison, Shiva or Maheshwar is personified as a more destructive entity. Shiva is said to be the force that initiates destruction. Mahadev, as Shiva is widely known, opens his third eye, which emits raging aura to destroy all that comes its way. It is said that Maha Shivaratri is the festival dedicated to the sustenance of peace. Let us dive into the deep Hindu philosophy to figure out the main reason behind the celebration of this epic festival. Maha Shivratri Dates Maha Shivaratri 2024 – Friday, March 8 Maha Shivaratri 2025 – Wednesday, February 26 Maha Shivratri In terms o…
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Vinayaka Chavithi Vratha Kalpam in Telugu – వినాయక చవితి కథ & పూజా విధానం

ఏ కార్యక్రమం ప్రారంభించినా తొలి పూజ వినాయకునికే. గణనాధుని అనుగ్రహాం పొందితే అన్ని కార్యాల్లోనూ విజయం సిద్దిస్తుంది. సాక్షాత్తు విధాత సైతం సృష్టి ప్రారంభానికి ముందు గణపతిని పూజించినట్టు 'ఋగ్వేదం' చెబుతోంది. అలాంటి వినాయకుడి పుట్టిన రోజైన 'భాద్రపద శుద్ధ చవితి' రోజునే 'వినాయక చవితి' పండుగను జరుపుకుంటారు. వినాయక వ్రతం పూజకు కావాల్సిన సామాగ్రి పసుపు, కుంకుమ, గంధం, అగరవత్తులు, కర్పూరం, తమలపాకులు, పూలు, అరటిపండ్లు, కొబ్బరికాయలు, బెల్లం, కుందులు, నెయ్యి, నూనె, వత్తలు, గరిక, పత్రి, ఉద్దరిణ, నైవేద్యాలు. వ్రత విధానం ఒక పీటపై బియ్యం పోసి, తమలపాకు చివర తూర్పు వైపు ఉండునట్లు పెట్టి, దానిపై పసుపుతో గణపతిని చేసి ఉంచవలెను. మొదట ఈ శ్లోకంతో మొదలు పెట్టవలెను. ఓం దేవీంవాచ మజనయంత దేవాస్తాం విశ్వరూపా: పశవో వదంతి సానో మంద్రేష మూర్జం దుహానాధే నుర్వాగాస్మానుప సుష్టుతైత్తు అయం ముహూర్తస్సుముహూర్తోస్తు శ్లోకం:  య శ్శివో నామరూపాభ్యాం యా దేవీ సర్వ మంగళా తయో స్సంస్మరణా త్సుంసాం సర్వతో జయమంగళం ఇప్పుడు పీటపై వినాయక ప్రతిమను ఉంచి, పువ్వులు, పండ్లతో అలంకరించవలెను. ఆ తర్వాత, రాగి పాత్రను…
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Sravana Masam 2024 Dates, Sravana Sukravaram Importance & Significance

About Sravana Masam

Sravana Masam or Sawan Mahina is the fifth month in traditional Hindu calendar. The month falls just after Ashada Masam.

During Sravan month, the Sravana Nakshatra is the ruling Star on full Moon day (Pournami), hence this month has been named as Sravana masam.

Shravana Masam is considered as very auspicious. Devotees worships Goddess Lakshmi, Sri Maha Vishnu and Lord Shiva during the month. 

Sravana Nakshatra is the birth star of Lord Sri Maha Vishnu. According to ancient scriptures, Pujas and Vratha done in this month gives most auspicious results.

Vara Lakshmi vratham, Mangala Gowri vratham, Naga Panchami, Rakhi Pournami, Polala Amavasya are the most important and popular festivals in Sravana Masa.

Shravana Masam 2024 Dates

When is Sravana Masam in 2024?

In the Amavasyant calendar following states Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu,

Sravana Masam in 2024

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Varalakshmi Vratam 2024 Date, Puja Vidhanam & Pooja Items List (Varalakshmi Festival)

In Hinduism, Fridays are dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi. In Sravana Masam Fridays are considered most auspicious and women celebrate Varalakshmi Vratam. Varalakshmi Vratham is observed on the second Friday that falls just before Purnima (Full Moon Day) in Sravana masam. As per Puranas, the Vrat was advised by Lord Shiva to Goddess Parvathi. On this day, Women perform puja to Goddess Lakshmi for good wealth, health and prosperity of the family. Varalakshmi Vratam 2024 Date In 2024 Varalakshmi Vratam is on Friday, 16 August. Why do we celebrate Vara Lakshmi Vratam? (వరలక్ష్మీ వ్రతం ఎందుకు చేస్తారు?) శ్రావణమాసం శుక్లపక్షంలో పౌర్ణమికి ముందు వచ్చే శుక్రవారాన్ని వరలక్ష్మీ వ్రతంగా జరుపుకోవడం ఒక హిందూ ఆచారం. వరలక్ష్మీ దేవత విష్ణు మూర్తి భార్య. హిందూ మతం ప్రకారం ఈ పండగ విశిష్టమైనది. వరాలు ఇచ్చే దేవతగా వరలక్ష్మీ దేవిని కొలుస్తారు. ఈ పండగను ముఖ్యంగా వివాహమైన మహిళలు నిర్వహిస్తారు. ఈ రోజున దేవతను పూజిస్తే అష్టలక్ష్మీ పూజలకు సమానం అనే నమ్మకంతో కుటుంబ సభ్యులు కూడా పాలుపంచుకుంటారు. ముఖ్యంగా…
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Ekadashi – List of Ekadasi Vrat & Fasting Days

Ekadashi is the 11th day in Hindu calendar. In each Hindu month, there are two Ekadashi Tithi, one is during Shukla Paksha & another during Krishna Paksha. The day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe fast on Ekadashi day. There are 28 Ekadashi Days in 2019. Here is the list of Ekadashi Fasting Days. Ekadashi 2019 Calendar DATE DAY EKADASHI 01-Jan Tuesday Saphala Ekadashi 17-Jan Thursday Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 31-Jan Thursday Shattila Ekadashi 16-Feb Saturday Jaya Ekadashi 02-Mar Saturday Vijaya Ekadashi 17-Mar Sunday Amalaki Ekadashi 31-Mar Sunday Papmochani Ekadashi 15-Apr Monday Kamada Ekadashi 16-Apr Tuesday Kamada Ekadashi 30-Apr Tuesday Varuthini Ekadashi 15-May Wednesday Mohini Ekadashi 30-May Thursday Apara Ekadashi 13-Jun Thursday Nirjala Ekadashi 29-Jun Saturday Yogini Ekadashi 12-Jul Friday Devshayani Ekadashi 28-Jul Sunday Kamika…
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Dussehra (Vijayadashami) Festival Guide

Vijayadashami is a combination of two phrases Vijaya and Dashami, which means “Success” and “Tenth”. Vijayadashami is well known as Dasara, Dusshera or Dussehra. The festival is celebrated in the month of Ashwin on the tenth day of Shukla Paksha. It marks the end of Navratri. Dussehra is one of the major festivals in India and celebrated in a different way in different regions for different reasons. In the northeast states & some other parts, it is celebrated as Durga Puja and it marks the goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura. In other parts of India Vijayadashami is celebrated as Dussehra, which marks god Rama’s victory over the demon Ravana. On Dasara, effigies of Ravana are filled up with woods and burnt with fireworks, indicating the destruction of evil.
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Maha Navami 2024 Date, Importance & Rituals

Maha Navami is the 9th day of Navratri festival and the day before Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami). The festival is celebrated on the ninth day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashwin (Ashwayujam). According to mythological stories, Devi Durga battled against the king of demon Mahishasura for nine days. On the ninth day, Goddess won the battle. On Mahanavami Goddess worshipped as Sidhidatri or Saraswati - the deity of knowledge and wisdom. Maha Navami 2024 Date In 2024 Maha Navami is on Friday, 11 October.
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Navratri & 9 Avatars of Goddess Worshipped on The 9 Days

What is Navratri? Navratri, nine holy nights are most auspicious days in Hinduism. The festival is celebrated to mark the victory of the Goddess Shakti over evil (Mahishasura). The festival has a profound religious significance. Navratri is celebrated five times a year – Vasanta or Chaitra Navaratri, Ashadha Navaratri, Sharad Navaratri (Sharadiya Navratri), Paush Navaratri and Magha Navaratri. Based on their local calendar, people celebrate the festival in different months. In Telangana, Navratri is celebrated as Bathukamma. Why is Navaratri Celebrated for 9 Days & 9 Colours? People observe fast during the nine-day festival with dedication. Each day has its speciality. The nine nights of the festival commemorate the nine avatars of Goddess Shakti (Durga). Each day is dedicated to the distinct avatar of the goddess. Each day of the Navratri stands with the particular colour & each colour signifies something during the nine days of the festival. The first c…
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Indira Ekadashi 2024 Date, Importance & Rituals

About Indira Ekadashi Indira Ekadashi is one of the auspicious days for Hindus. It falls on Krishna Paksha (the waning phase of moon) Ekadashi, the 11th day of Hindu month Ashwin. As per the Gregorian calendar, this festival falls in September or October. Lord Vishnu is worshipped on Indira Ekadashi. One should offer Tulsi leaves, fruits, and flowers to the Lord at the time of the puja. As Indira Ekadashi falls in Krishna Paksha (Pitru Paksha), it is dedicated to ancestors and it is also called as Ekadashi Shradh. When is Indira Ekadashi in 2024? In 2024, Indira Ekadashi is on Saturday, 28 September. The main objective of this day is to pray to the forefathers or ancestors for deliverance from sin and its consequences. Once as Lord Krishna said to Yudishter Maharaj, a person fasts on this day, he can get rid of all sins and his forefathers who have fallen into hell are liberated. One of the important responsibilities of the family members is to cook food in a pure enviro…
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Thaipusam 2024 Date & Kavadi Attam Celebrations

Thaipusam festival is celebrated by Tamil community on full moon day in the month of Thai. Thaipusam is also spelled as Thaipoosam.

Where as Thai is a Tamil month name, Pusam refers to a natchathiram (star), which is at its highest point on this day.

According to the Gregorian calendar, Thai month falls in January – February.

The festival is dedicated to Hindu God Lord Murugan. Murugan is also known as Skanda, Murugan, Shanmukha, Kartikeya, Subrahmanya, Guha, etc.

Skanda Sasti Kavasam Tamil Lyrics.

Thaipusam 2024

Thaipusam 2024 Date is on Thrusday, 25th January.

It is believed that on this day, mother of Murugan – Goddess Parvathi presented a spear to Murugan to help him to destroy the demon Tarakasura.

Celebrations on Thaipusam

Thaipoosam celebrations take place in all Murugan Temples worldwide.

The festival is celebrated not only in India but most of the South East Asian countries like Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka,…

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