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10 Powerful Ganesha Slokas
We encounter obstacles in life now and then. At such times, we seek Ganesha’s help. The elephant-headed deity of Hinduism and the son of Shiva and Parvati has the power to remove obstacles from his devotees’ lives. He is also the god of wisdom and prosperity. Ganesha...
Zodiac Signs and Compatibility: Can Opposites Attract?
Do opposites attract? People often fall for someone who is their exact opposite. So why does it happen, especially since we tend to believe that people with similar traits and tastes are likely to have more enduring relationships? The truth is, such couples seem to...
Discovering Spiritual Haven in India’s Iconic Temples
Home to diverse faiths, India is steeped in spirituality. It boasts many ancient temples that have withstood the ravages of time and plunder. Some are rich in history as well as architectural beauty. For centuries, people have flocked to these abodes of gods and...
Vaikasi Visakam 2023 Date, Time, Rituals, and Significance
Vaikasi Visakam 2023 is a Hindu festival that is observed to celebrate Murugan’s birthday. It occurs during Visakam Nakshatra in Vaikasi month, which is the second month in the Tamil calendar. Vaikasi Visakam comes between May and June. Vaikasi Visakam 2023 is...
Online Pooja: Sacred Traditions in a Digital Avatar
Pooja is an integral part of the Hindu religion and culture. Hindus perform Poojas on special occasions like festivals, birthdays, weddings, births, housewarmings, etc. It adds auspiciousness to the occasion and attracts divine blessings. What is Pooja? Pooja or Puja...
20 Interesting Facts About the Sudarshana Chakra
The Sudarshana Chakra is a holy discus that is also Vishnu’s divine weapon. It comprises two discs rotating in opposite directions. Each disc has more than a million sharp spikes on its edges. As per the Linga Purana, Vishnu got it from Shiva. The gods had been...
Chaitra Purnima 2023
Chaitra Purnima is the full moon day in Chaitra month. On this day, the Sun is in an exalted position in Aries. The Moon is also aligned with the bright star Chaitra in the constellation of Libra. It is the first full moon of the Hindu New Year. The Full Moon is...
Significance of Vaikasi Visakam
The month of Vaikasi (May-June) has great significance for Tamil Hindus, especially those who are devotees of Muruga. On a Pournami or full moon day in this Tamil month, an incarnation of Muruga was born to fulfill the mission of destroying the evil forces which were...
Surya Grahan 2023: First Solar Eclipse 2023
During Solar Eclipse, the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun. As a result, our view of the Sun is partially or completely obscured. In 2023, there will be 2 solar eclipses. The first solar eclipse is on 20 April 2023. A solar eclipse can affect people born...
How the Jupiter Transit in Aries 2023 Impacts Sagittarius Moon Sign
General Forecast The planet Jupiter will be transiting in the 5th house of Sagittarius moon sign from April 22nd, 2023 to May 1st, 2024, which is a 12-month period. As Jupiter rules the 1st and 4th houses, its aspect on the 9th house, 11th house, and moon sign can be...