In the heart of Kerala, amidst the lush greenery and serene surroundings, lies the sacred town of Guruvayur, home to one of the most revered temples in South India. Guruvayur Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, is not just a place of worship but a symbol of devotion and tradition deeply rooted in the cultural fabric…Continue readingExperiencing the Splendor of Guruvayur Ekadashi Festival: A Celebration of Devotion and Tradition
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Diwali, the auspicious festival of lights, is celebrated with immense fervor and joy across India. In Mumbai, the Sri Siddhivinayak Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, becomes a focal point of these celebrations. As a temple that draws devotees from all corners of the country and beyond, its Diwali festivities are a blend of spiritual fervor,…Continue readingDiwali at Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai: A Festival of Lights and Devotion
Introduction Diwali, the “Festival of Lights”, is celebrated with great fervor and devotion in India, but there’s something uniquely mesmerizing about Diwali at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. This ancient city, also known as Benaras or Kashi, transforms into a celestial realm during Diwali, with the temple at its heart. The Spiritual Epicenter: Kashi…Continue readingA Festival of a Million Lights: The Grandeur of Diwali at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi
Introduction Diwali, the luminous festival of lights, is celebrated with immense fervor and joy across India and in several parts of the world. While it is widely recognized as a Hindu festival, its significance in Jainism holds a profound and deeply spiritual meaning, marking a pivotal event in Jain history – the Nirvana of Lord…Continue readingThe Radiance of Diwali in Jainism: Celebrating Lord Mahavira’s Nirvana
Introduction Nestled in the serene landscape of Karnataka, India, lies a town steeped in spirituality and history – Shravana Belgola. This charming town is a prominent Jain pilgrimage site and is renowned for its magnificent Mahamastakabhisheka festival, a celebration that takes place once every 12 years. The festival is a grand spectacle that draws devotees…Continue readingMahamastakabhisheka: The Grand Festival of Shravana Belgola – A Prominent Jain Pilgrimage
Introduction Mahavir Jayanti is a significant religious festival celebrated by Jains in India and around the world with great sanctity and spiritual fervor. It marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira, who was the 24th Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) of Jainism and is considered a key figure in Jain religious history. The date of Mahavir Jayanti…Continue readingJainism’s Jewel: Mahavir Jayanti Shines Bright in India
ॐ श्री गुरुभ्यो नमः ॐ श्री शिवानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री चिदानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री दुर्गायै नमः Source of all Images in this Blog-post : Google Images : ‘Google Image Search’ will reveal the multiple sources of every single image shared in this Blog. For more details, kindly see ‘Disclaimer‘ Ganga Sagar Mela, Ganga Sagar (Sagardweep) Introduction India, a land…Continue readingThe Magnificent Gangasagar Mela: A Journey to the Confluence of Ganga and the Bay of Bengal
Introduction: In the heartland of India, amidst the ancient city of Ujjain, lies a mystical gathering that draws millions of devotees from around the world—the Kumbha Mela. This extraordinary spiritual festival, held in both its grandeur as Purna Kumbha and its smaller scale as Ardha Kumbha, promises an experience like no other. It is a…Continue readingThe Mesmerizing Kumbha Mela of Ujjain: A Pilgrimage of Sanctity and Spiritual Awakening
Krishna Janmashtasmi By Sri Swami Sivananda Saraswathi of The Divine Life Society This article is a chapter from the book Hindu Fasts and Festivals by Swami Sivananda Saraswathi. Click here for another discourse on Krishna Janmashtasmi by Swami Krishnananda. Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya This is the birthday of Lord Krishna, the eighth Divine Incarnation. It falls on…Continue readingSri Krishna Jayanti / Janmashtami / Gokulashtami
ॐ श्री गुरुभ्यो नमः ॐ श्री शिवानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री चिदानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री दुर्गायै नमः Source of all Images in this Blog-post : Google Images : ‘Google Image Search’ will reveal the multiple sources of every single image shared in this Blog. For more details, kindly see ‘Disclaimer‘ Naga Panchami is a day of traditional worship of Nagas or snakes observed by the Hindus throughout India. The…Continue readingNaga Panchami : The sacred traditional worship of snakes in India