In the Hindu lunar system of timekeeping, Amavasya (new moon) and Purnima (full moon) are two important phases that are highly religious in nature. Both days are marked by keen dedication, fasting, and poojas to connect oneself to the higher power, receive their blessings, and purify the mind, body, and soul. Knowing the significance of […]

Diwali, or the festival of lights, is among the most joyous and religiously stimulating festivals of India. On this festival, residences are lit up with lights and diyas to symbolize the victory of light over darkness and wealth over poverty. A significant feature of the festival is the Diwali Lakshmi Puja at home, which is […]

Maha Shivratri is one of the most significant Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva. In 2025, this divine occasion will be celebrated with immense devotion and faith across India and by devotees worldwide. Observed on the 14th night of the dark fortnight of Phalguna month, Mahashivratri is considered highly auspicious for those seeking blessings of […]

Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, god of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. When celebrated: 4th day of the waxing moon (ShuklaChaturthi) in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada (August–September). Belief: Worshipping Ganesha during this time invites blessings for success, good fortune, and the removal of […]

Significance of Janmashtami Lord Krishna, the eighth manifestation of Lord Vishnu, was born at midnight on the Ashtamitithi of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada (August–September), and his birth is commemorated on Shri Krishna Janmashtami.  Devotion, fasting, chanting, and life-like reenactments of Krishna are all part of the celebration. Puja Preparations Before starting […]

Your wedding is more than just a date — it’s the beginning of a sacred journey. In Hindu tradition, selecting a Shubh Vivah Muhurat ensures that your marriage starts under auspicious planetary alignments, blessing your union with love, prosperity, and lifelong harmony. Here’s a month-by-month guide to the most auspicious wedding dates in 2026, so […]

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 […]