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ATHA DHYANAM  Shuklam-baradharam Vishnum shashivarnam chaturbhujam | Prasanna vadanam dhyayet sarva vighnopa-shantaye ||  Vyasam vasistha-naptaram shakteh poutrama-kalmasham | Parasha-raatmajam vande shukatatam taponidhim ||  Vyasaya vishnuroopaya vyasaroopaya vishnave | Namo vai brahmanidhaye vasisthaya namo namah || Avikaraya shudhaya nithya paramathmane | Sadaika roopa roopaya vishnave sarva gishnave ||  Yasya smarana-matrena janma-samsara bhandanat | Vimuchyate namasta-smai vishnave pradha-vishnave ||  Om namo vishnave prabhavishnave  VAISHAMPAYANA UVACHA  Shrutva dharma nasheshana pavanani cha sarvashah | Yudhishthirah shantanavam punareva abhya-bhashata ||  YUDHISHTHIRA UVACHA  Kimekam daivatam loke kim vapyekam parayanam | Stuvantah kam ka marchantah prapnuyuh manavah-shubham ||  Ko dharmah sarva-dharmanam bhavatah paramo matah | Kim japanmuchyate janthuh janma samsara-bandhanat ||  BHISHMA UVACHA  Jagat-prabhum deva-dev...

शालिग्राम एक प्रकार का जीवाश्म पत्थर है। धार्मिक आधार पर इसका प्रयोग परमेश्वर के प्रतिनिधि के रूप में भगवान का आह्वान करने के लिए किया जाता है। शालिग्राम मूलरूप से नेपाल में स्थित दामोदर कुंड से निकलने वाली काली गंडकी नदी से प्राप्त किया जाता है। इसलिए शालिग्राम को गंडकी नंदन भी कहते हैं। वैष्णव (हिंदू) पवित्र नदी गंडकी में पाए जानेवाला एक गोलाकार, आमतौर पर काले रंग के एमोनोइड (Ammonoid) जीवाश्म को विष्णु के प्रतिनिधि के रूप में पूजते हैं। शालिग्राम भगवान विष्णु का प्रसिद्ध नाम है। जो इन्हें देवी वृंदा के शाप के बाद मिला नाम है। हिंदू धर्म में शालिग्राम को सालग्राम के रूप में भी जाना जाता है। शालिग्राम का संबंध सालग्राम नामक गांव से भी है। यह गांव नेपाल में गंडकी नामक नदी के किनारे पर स्थित है। शिवलिंग और शालिग्राम को भगवान का विग्रह रूप माना जाता है और पुराणों के अनुसार भगवान के इस विग्रह रूप की ही पूजा की जानी चाहिए। शिवलिंग के तो भारत में लाखों मंदिर हैं, लेकिन शालिग्रामजी का एक ही मंदिर है। हिंदू धर्म में आमतौर पर मानवरूपी धार्मिक मूर्तियों के पूजन की प्रथा है। लेकिन इन मूर्तियों क...

The lively festival of Hartalika Teej is almost here! Celebrated on the third day of the Bhadrapada month per the Hindu calendar, this much-awaited event falls on 18th September 2023 . Hartalika Teej is named after the legend associated with it. The word "Hartalika" is a combination of the words " harat " and " aalika ", which mean "abduction" and "female friend" respectively. According to the legend, Goddess Parvati's friend abducted her and took her to the forest to prevent her father from marrying her to Lord Vishnu against her wishes. Hartalika Teej is an important Hindu festival cherished especially by women across India. The day honors Parvati’s devotion to Lord Shiva and is considered highly auspicious for married women. The festivities center around fasting, prayer rituals, dressing up in finery, and getting together with loved ones. Women wake up before dawn, bathe, dress in vibrant clothes, and apply mehndi on their ...

In Hinduism, time is not linear, but cyclical. This means that it is constantly repeating itself, with each cycle lasting billions of years. There are four main stages in each cycle: creation, preservation, destruction, and recreation. Creation (Srishti) is the first stage, when the universe is created from the void. This is a time of great potential and excitement, as new worlds and beings are brought into existence. Preservation (Sthithi) is the second stage, when the universe is maintained in its current state. This is a time of stability and order, as the laws of nature are in effect and the world continues to function. Destruction (Laya) is the third stage, when the universe is destroyed. This is a time of chaos and upheaval, as the world is torn apart and all life is extinguished. Recreation is the fourth and final stage, when the universe is recreated. This is a time of hope and renewal, as the cycle begins again with the creation of a new world. Following a brief interval, ...

The Hindu festival of Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on Thursday, September 6, 2023 . This important holiday marks the birth of Lord Krishna, one of the most revered deities in the Hindu faith According to Hindu legend, Krishna was born in the city of Mathura to Devaki and Vasudeva. His birth was foretold to defeat the evil King Kansa. To protect the infant Krishna, Vasudeva took him to the village of Gokul where he was raised. Krishna grew up to be a mischievous yet wise child who later became a skilled warrior. He defeated Kansa and restored peace. On Janmashtami, Hindus commemorate Krishna's birth through puja rituals, singing devotional songs, enacting scenes from Krishna's life, and preparing special festival foods. The puja vidhi involves creating a shrine decorated with flowers, offering prayers and hymns to Krishna, and distributing prasad. In some areas, temporary mandals or shrines are built to house images of Krishna. Puja Muhurat & Parana time 5250 t...

Lalahi Chhath is a Hindu festival celebrated in the Indian states of Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh. It is a special day for married women, who pray for the long life and prosperity of their children. The festival is also celebrated by unmarried women, who pray for a good husband. Lalahi Chhath is also known as Hal Chhath (Birth of Lord Balaram) . When is Lalahi Chhath 2023? Lalahi Chhath 2023 will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. The festival begins on the evening of September 4 with the nahay khay ritual, in which women take a bath and then eat a special meal. The next day, on September 5, women fast and pray for the well-being of their families. In the evening, they offer prayers to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, the goddess of childbirth. What is the significance of Lalahi Chhath? Lalahi Chhath is a festival of fertility and abundance. It is believed that the prayers offered on this day are especially powerful and that they can help to ensure the lo...

In Hinduism, the practice of performing rituals after the death of a family member is deeply ingrained. One such crucial ritual is Narayan Bali Pooja, which is performed under specific circumstances, such as unnatural or accidental deaths, when rituals have not been offered to ancestors, or when Pitru Dosh is indicated in one's horoscope. The procedure for these rituals is extensively described in ancient texts like Garuda Purana and Dharma Sindhu, providing guidance for various scenarios. This article will delve into the significance of Narayan Bali Pooja as a remedy for such situations and explore the concept of Abhichaar Shanti Yog. What is Narayan Bali Puja? Narayan Bali Puja is a Hindu ritual that is performed to help the souls of those who have died unnatural deaths. It is a way of freeing these souls from the cycle of reincarnation and helping them to achieve moksha or liberation. The puja is typically performed by a priest, who will chant mantras and offer prayers to Lor...

Introduction Devshayani Ekadashi, also known as Ashadhi Ekadashi or Shayani Ekadashi, is a significant Hindu festival observed on the eleventh day of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the Hindu month of Ashadha. This auspicious occasion holds immense spiritual significance as it marks the beginning of the Chaturmas period , during which Lord Vishnu is believed to go into a deep slumber for four months. In this article, we will delve into the significance of Devshayani Ekadashi, its rituals, and the spiritual observance associated with this sacred day. Significance of Devshayani Ekadashi Devshayani Ekadashi is celebrated to commemorate the cosmic union of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, his divine consort. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu, the preserver, and protector of the universe, reclines on the cosmic serpent, Shesha, in the Ksheer Sagar (ocean of milk). On this day, he enters a deep slumber and remains asleep for the next four months until Prabodhini Ekadashi, wh...