HINDU BLOG: 2014

Adhika Masam

Adhik Masam is an additional month that appears once in every 2-3 years in the Hindu lunar calendar. This implies that a year with Adhik Masam will have 13 months in place of 12 months. The main deity of this month is Lord Vishnu who is worshipped as ‘Purushottama’ and therefore this month is also known as ‘Purushottama Masam’.

The Hindu calendar is based on the cycle of moon and therefore consists of 354 days whereas the solar calendar consists of 365 days in a year. This difference of days (11 days) between the lunar and solar calendar, over a period of 2-3 years, makes up a full month of nearly 29 days. This month is then observed as Adhik Masam. It should therefore be understood that Adhik Masam will never occur in the solar calendar followed in the states of West Bengal, Orissa, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Kerala. The observance of this additional month is therefore restricted to states that follow the lunar-based calculations like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Special rituals are held in various temples in these states during the period of Adhik Masam.

Significance of Adhik Masam:

Adhik Masam holds immense religious significance for Hindu devotees. It is observed as a divine month where people get involved more in religious activities like Jaap, Daan, Pradakshinas and reading holy books. It is believed that by performing religious activities in this auspicious month will help in removing all the ‘Mala’ (bad or sinful things) and is therefore also referred as ‘Mala Masam’. Therefore during Adhik Masam, no festival or functions are celebrated. It is also a popular belief that by keeping a fast during Adhik Masam gives the same benefits as performing over 100 yagyas. By performing good deeds or acts during Adhik Masam one can get freedom from all sins committed in the present and past lives. The individual is also liberated from the continuous cycle of birth and death and ultimately reaches to the heavenly abode of Lord Vishnu, ‘Vaikuntha’.

Rituals during Adhik Masam:

Adhik Masam is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and therefore Hindu devotees worship their deity regularly during this period. They spend their time performing ‘Japa’ and reciting mantras dedicated to Lord Krishna. Reading religious scriptures like ‘Bhagawad Gita’, ‘Sri Hari-Vaayu Stuthi’ and ‘Sri Vishnu Sahasranaama Stothram’ is considered very fortunate.
Most of the Hindu devotees observe a fast during Adhik Masam. While some staunch devotees observe fasting for the entire month, keeping a vrat on few specific days is equally rewarding. The observer of the Adhik Masam vrat can eat only one meal during the day. He/she must maintain celibacy, speak truth, avoid criticism and keep oneself engaged in religious rituals. Consumption of non-vegetarian food and alcohol is strictly prohibited during Adhik Masam, even for those not observing the vrat.
The ritual of ‘Akhanda Deep’ is also observed by many devotees. In this a ghee or til (sesame seeds) oil lamp is lighted in the puja room and it glows continuously (day and night) during the Adhik Masam period.
Performing ‘daan’ or other charitable acts during Adhik Masam is highly rewarding. Donating clothes (Vastra Daan) and food (Annadan) during this period helps in removing all the malefic effects of the Navagrahas. During Adhik Masam, several Bhandara are conducted in temples all across India where food is offered to those poor and hungry.

Dates :

North Indian calenders : June 17th - July 16th.

South Indian calenders : June 17th - July 16th.

Vaikunta ekadasi at ISKCON Bangalore

Ekadashi is the eleventh day of the fortnight of waxing or waning moon and occurs twice a month. But the Ekadashi that occurs in the month of Margasirsa (December - January) during the fortnight of waxing moon is of special significance, and is glorified as Vaikuntha Ekadashi. This is a major festival of South India celebrated in all the temples of Lord Vishnu.

Magh Mela 2017

Magh Mela is an auspicious annual Hindu Ritual held in the month of Magh. It is also called as mini Kumbh mela. It is celebrated in the month of Magh as per the Hindu calendar, which falls during the month of January or February.The Magh Mela is, however, not confined only to the month of Magh and the important bathing dates are spread over a period of 45 days. It is believed that taking a holy dip at the Sangam on the auspicious days during the period will wash away the sins and will lead to Moksha.

The venue for this festival is Sangam in Allahabad, which is the confluence of three rivers Yamuna, Saraswati and Ganga.During the mela, several cultural events are held. Dramatic portrayals from Hindu Epics and Puranas, Bhajans, music and dance performances and folk theatre are part of the grand spectacle. Free food and accommodation is provided by many organizers for the Sadhus and people who come from all over the country.

In 2017 Magh Mela begins on January 12th and ends on February 24th.

Important Bathing Dates 2017 :

January 12th (Paush Purnima)
January 14th & 15th (Makar Sankranti)

January 27th (Mauni Amavasya)

February 1st (Basant Panchami)

February 10th (Maghi Purnima)

February 24th (Maha Sivaratri).

Dattatreya Jayanti

Dattatreya Jayanthi also known as Datta Jayanthi is birthday of lord Dattatreya.It is celebrated on the full moon day of Margashirsha (November-December) all over the country, and specially in Maharashtra. Dattatreya is considered as Trimurti Avatar, an united incarnation of Hindu Trinity. (Lord Vishnu, Brahma and Maheshwara.).Dattatreya was born as the son of Atri Maharshi and Anasuya.Dattatreya acquired knowledge from 24 objects which included the earth, water, fire, sky, moon, sun, pigeon, python, ocean, moth, honey-bee, elephant, deer, etc., and treated them as his preceptors and gurus.

Subrahmanya sasthi

Lord Subramanya is also known as Kumara, Shanmukha, Kartikeya and Shanmatura. Lord always looks like a small boy so he is called Kumara. Shanmukha he is called as he has six faces. The Lord was brought up by six sisters named Kruttika so he is called Kartikeya.

As the lord was brought up by six mothers he is called Shanmatura. It is on this day Sri Subramanya was born. He was born on Margashira Panchami day and killed Tarakasura. The Lord is also named as Skanda as he is the avatar of Manmatha. He is the lord of war and is in the same Kakshya of Indra.

On Subramanya Shasti the person performs the pooja of Lord Subramanya. The Lord is worshipped in the form of five-hooded snake. Lord Subramanya is a Brahmachari and so the Lord likes them as they are free from dwesha-asuya and their heart is pure. In some houses where Subramanya Shasti is observed, people take early bath and go to the temple. They offer their prayers to the Lord. Brahmachari is called for feast on this day. The feast includes dish made out of Urad dal. They are given Vastra (cloth) and dakshina (money). In Karnataka, in Kukke Subramanya temple, Subramanya Shasti is observed with extreme excitement and devotion.

2016 Date : 5^th December, Monday.

Aani Uthiram

Aani Uthiram is an auspicious day in the Tamil Month of Aani and is dedicated to Lord Nataraja and the festival is celebrated as Aani Thirumanjanam and is observed on the Uthiram Nakshatra.It is believed that it was on this day that Lord Shiva appeared before Sage Manikkavachakar,the author of Thiruvachakam, under a Kurundai tree and offered upadesha. Thirumanjanam means ‘holy bath’. On this day an Abhishekam is performed in all Nataraja temples. The Abhishekam of the idol performed during the twilight period (Pradosham) on the day is considered highly auspicious.Special rituals and processions are held on the day at Nataraja temples.

2016 Date : 10th July.

Kharchi Pooja at Chaturdas Devata Temple in Tripura

Kharchi Pooja is observed at the Chaturdas Devata Temple at Old Agartala or Purana Haveli in Tripura.The word Kharchi is derived from two Tripuri words 'Khar' or Kharta meaning Sin, 'chi' or si meaning cleaning.This festival is celebrated for seven days.

Dasavatharam of Lord Vishnu

Das means Ten. Avatar means incarnation. Dasavathar means Ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu.As per Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma is responsible for creation, Lord Vishnu is responsible of saving (upkeep) and Lord Shiva is responsible of extermination.

Of the ten universally recognized avatars, nine have already appeared whereas the tenth is yet to appear. These ten avatars are also known by the name of Dasha Avatar of Vishnu.

DONATE VEGETABLES FOR TTD ANNAPRASADAM TRUSTS

The temple administration of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has appealed the donors present across the country to donate largesse in the form of vegetables for the Annaprasadam trust in Tiruchanoor, the abode of Goddess Padmavathi.

Ashada Amavasya

Ashada amavasya is very auspicious in the month of Ashada.Deepa Puja is the major ritual to perform on this day.On this day, people clean and decorate their houses and clean all diyas (deepas) they have in their houses and decorate them with colours.

They clean and sanctify a table with decoration and rangoli (kolam) designs around it. All the deepas are placed on the table and lit to perform pooja.

Deepa puja is dedicated to Istha Devata and Pancha Maha Bhootas (Air,water,fire,sky and earth).

Like Diwali puja, in the evening once again all deepas are lit.Devotees believe that Deepa Puja provides them Asta Aishwarayas.The next day of Deepa Puja (Ashada Amavasya) is the holy Shravan Month.

In Andhra Pradesh it is celebrated as Chukkala Amavasya,For Karnataka it is Bheemana Amavasya.In Maharashtra it is Gatari Amavasya.

2017 Date : 24^th June.

Sri SatyaNarayana Swamy Aarti

Shree satyanaaraayaNa jee kee aaratee

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa shree jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

SatyanaaraayaNa svaamee janapaataka haraNaa

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

Ratna jaDita simhaasana adbhuta cChavi raaje

Naarada karata niraajana ghanTaa dhvani baaje

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

RakaTa bhaye kali kaarana dvija ko darsha diyo

BooDho braahmaNa banakara kanchana mahala kiyo

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

Durbala bheela karaala ina para krupaa karee

Chandra chooDa eka raajaa tinakee vipatti haree

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

Vaishya manoratha paayo shraddhaa taja deenee

So phala bhogyo prabhujee phira stuti keenee

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

Bhaava bhakti ke kaaraNa cChina cChina roopa dharayo

Shraddhaa dhaarana keenee tinako kaaja sarayo

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

Gvaala baala sanga raajaa vana me bhakti karee

Mana vaancChita phala deenhaa deenadayaala haree

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

ChaDhata prasaada savaayo kadalee phala mevaa

Dhoopa deepa tulasee se raajee satyadevaa

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

Shree satyanaaraayaNa jee kee aaratee jo koyee nara gaave

Kahata shivaananda svaamee mana vaancChita phala paave

Jaya lakshmee ramaNaa

Nine Beliefs of Hinduism

(i)Hindus believe in the divinity of the Vedas, the world’s most ancient scripture, and venerate the Agamas as equally revealed. These primordial hymns are God’s word and the bedrock of Sanatana Dharma, the eternal religion which has neither beginning nor end.

(ii) Hindus believe in a one, all-pervasive Supreme Being who is both immanent and transcendent, both Creator and Unmanifest Reality.

Quotes on Yamuna River

"According to the Varaha Purana, as quoted by Srila Jiva Gosvami, there is no difference between the water of the Ganges and the Yamuna, but when the water of the Ganges is sanctified one hundred times, it is called the Yamuna. Similarly, it is said in the scriptures that one thousand names of Vishnu are equal to one name of Rama, and three names of Lord Rama are equal to one name of Krishan." - Srimad Bhagavatam.

" There are many devotees in Vrindavana who regularly bathe in the Yamuna, and this cleanses all the contamination of the material world." - Srimad Bhagavatam.

Vat Purnima Vrat

Vat Purnima, also known as Vat Savitri Purnima or Jyeshta Purnima, is celebrated by married women to prolong their husbands’ health and lead a happy married life. This famous festival is commemorated by the Hindus throughout India and abroad where Hindus reside. The festival is dedicated to Sati Savitri and Goddess Gauri. On this religious occasion, married women observe a vrat, or fast, on the full moon day during the month of Jyestha as per the Hindu calendar. Though more popular in Gujarat and Maharashtra, the Vat Savitri Purnima vrat is also observed in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Orissa. The fast is referred to as Karadaiyan Nonbu is South Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

Yamuna Pushkaralu 2014

Yamuna River Pushkarams will start on 19th June 2014 and concludes on 30th June 2014.Yamuna Pushkaralu begins at the time when Brishpati enters into Karkataka Rashi.

Yamuna is a sacred river and the main tributary of the Ganges (Ganga). According to the ancient Indian scriptures Yamuna was the daughter of the Sun God called Surya, sister of Yama (the God of death). bathing in its sacred waters frees one from the torments of death. River Yamuna is deeply connected with the Lord Krishna's birth. After his birth his father Vashudeva crossed the River Yamuna carrying him in the bucket. When Lord Krishna fell into the water, Yamuna once again became sanctified with the dust of his lotus feet. The river worshipped as a Hindu goddess called Yamuna.

Pushkaram is a Sanskrit word meaning "the one who purifies". Pushkaram is the time during which the rivers are worshipped.In india there are many holy days among them Pushmaram is considered to be very sacred as the rivers in India are equivalent to goddesses. It is celebrated for 12 sacred rivers which represent 12 zodiac signs according to Hindu mythology and it comes once in 12 years.

A holy dip taken in the waters of the rivers during Pushkaram will wash away all our sins. This is a very strong belief in Hinduism.

Hinduism

Four Yugas

Satyug: Era of 1,728,000 years

Treta: Era of 1,296,000 years

Dwaapar: An era that lasts for 864,000 years

Kaliyug: An era of 432,000 years

Champaka Dwadasi

Champaka Dwadasi is observed on the 12th day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) of Jyeshta Month (May – June). It is an important festival Celebrated in Odisha mainly in Jagannath Temple.Special Pujas are offered to god on this day.

2016 Date : 17th June.

Vesas At Lord Jagannath Temple - Puri

The three deities of the Jagannath Temple of Puri (Sri Mandir) are adorned with specific ceremonial costumes on various occasions. These are called as “Vesas” of the Lord. These Vesas are related to divine activities of Lord Krishna (as described in Srimad Bhagavata Mahapurana), Lord Rama (as described in Ramayana) and also to the five cults of Hinduism (Shaiva, Shakta, Vaishnava, Saura and Ganapatya).

Iskcon Temple - Nellore

Sri Sri Radha Syamasundar mandir in nellore, popuraly known as ISKCON Temple.This temple is located at Hare Krishna Road,Isckon City Nellore. The Primary Deites are Jagannatha Baladeva and Subhadra.

Jyeshta Month 2017.

Jyeshta is the third month in the traditional Hindu lunar calender.This month is completely dedicated to Lord Brahma,the creator of universe.

Brahma Puja is the most beneficial ritual of this month.Dharma Sindhu says worshiping Lord Brahma is auspicious during Jyesta masam.

As per Purnimant calenders, Jyeshta month Starts on 11th may 2017 and ends on 10th June 2017.

According to Amavasyant calenders, Jyeshta masam starts on 26th May 2017 and ends on 24th June 2017.

Bhagavan Venkaiah Swamy - Sayings

SAYINGS OF SRI SWAMY

1. Feed the hungry (but) not the belching.

2. Whatever you desire will be fulfilled if you come here with full faith.

3. You take it for granted that Venkaiah is in all creatures.

4. Even if you leave me I will not leave you.

5. What is it that you gain from having a Darshan of the Maharaja of Mysore? You reap what you sow.

6. I will be responding as per one’s faith.

7. I will pick up my lamb even though it is in a herd of thousand.

8. Equal love for all will enable you to realize God.

9. I am responsible for the welfare of all the people who give and bring a morsel of food in my name.

10. When a devotee asked for a mantra, Swamy said, ”There is no mantra or tantra. Go ahead with Vichara” (discrimination).

11. It is nothing great if a monk sticks on to dharma. It is great if a householder sticks on to dharma.

12. We must stick on to dharma even while lending money for interest.

Sri Veerabrahmendra Swami Aradhana Mahosthvam

Sri Pothuluru Veerabrahmendra Swami is one of the great saints of India. He has the knowledge of past, present and future. His forecastings of which all were proved correct. He forecasts events to happen upto the end of Kaliyuga starting from his reign. He lived 400 years ago from 1608-1693.

Sri Veerabrahmendra Swami Aradhana Guru Pooja Mahosthvam

16th May 2016 - Aradhana

17th May 2016 - Pushpa Rathosthavam

18th May 2016 - Maha Prasada Nivedhana

On the occasion of Sri Veerabrahmendra Swami Aradhana Gurupooja mahostavam, APSRTC decided to operate Special Buses from Date 16-05-2016 to 18-05-2016. From Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Kadapa, & Ongole to Brahmamgari Matam.

How to Get Here :

By Road : The distance from Mydukur to Brahmamgari Matam is around 35 km.

By Train : The nearest railway station to Brahmamgari Matam is Kadapa. Kandimallayapalle is 60 km from Kadapa.

By Air : The nearest airport is Renigunta airport.

Sri Yoga Narasimhaswami Temple - Tirumala

The sub-temple for Sri Yoga Narasimhaswami, facing the west, is located in a mandapam in the north-eastern corner of the firstprakaram. Yoga Narasimhaswami is also known as Girija Narasimhaswami.

Hinduism Practice

The cow is considered sacred. Hindus therefore avoid eating beef. Some Hindus are vegetarian and do not eat meat, fish, eggs or products made from these foods. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods cannot be cooked together. Fasting is commonly practised on new moon days and during certain religious festivals. Yoga is practised by many. The aim is to detach from the conscious world and become like a living soul.

KUBERA GAYATHRI MANTRA

KUBERA GAYATHRI MANTRA :

Om Yaksha Rajaya Vidhmaya Alakadeesaya Deemahe

Tanna Kubera Prechodayath.

KUBERA MANTRA :

"Om yakashyaya kuberaya Veaishravanaya dana danyathpathaye

danadanya smithirmme dehi tapaya swagah"

SRI KUBERA ASHOTHRA SATHA NAMAVALI

108 Names Kubera Swamy :

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple - Penchalakona

Penchalakona village is located in Rapur mandal of Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh.Penchalakona temple is dedicated Lord Narasimha Swamy. Lord Narasimha manifested Himself here as a huge of rock in “Yoga mudra” and hence it acquired the name of “Penusila” (huge rock) and in course of time became famous as “Penchalakona”.This temple has lot of fame and is reputed as the ninth kshetra of Lord Vishnu.

Tungnath Temple

Tungnath Temple highest Shiva temple in the world and is one of the five and the highest Panch Kedar temples located in the mountain range of Tunganath in Rudraprayag district in the State of Uttarkhand.

Murugan Temple - Thiruchendur

Thiruchendur Murugan Temple is located in the small town of Thiruchendur in the district of Tuticorin,Tamilnadu.It is known as the second Arupadai Veedu(Six Major Temples) of Lord Muruga.

Sita Navami

Sita Navami, also known as ‘Sita Jayanti’ or ‘Janaki Navami’ is an important Hindu observance that is dedicated to Goddess Sita, who was married to Lord Rama. This day celebrates the birth day of Devi Sita and is observed on the ‘Shukla Paksha’ (the waxing phase of moon) ‘Navami’ (9th day) tithi in the lunar month of ‘Vaishaka’ as per the Hindu calendar. It is believed that Devi Sita was born during Pushya Nakshatra. As per the legends, Lord Rama was also born on the same tithi in the ‘Chaitra’ month and the celebrations of Rama Navami take place a month in advance of Sita Navami. Married Hindu women devotedly worship Goddess Sita on this day and ash Her blessings for long life and success of their husbands. Sita Navami is celebrated with immense fervour and gaiety all over India.

Famous Shani Dev Temples In India

When compared to other Navagraha Temples Shani Dev has more importance and here is the list of important Temples :

Tirupati Ganga Jatara

The Ganga Jatara is one of the most important festival that attracts many pilgrims. The goddess is known as Gangamma the Gramadevata of the village.This Jatara is celebrated usually on the 2nd Tuesday of May.

TTD Subhapradam 2014

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams ( TTD ) and Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishad combinedly organising a program called SUBHAPRADAM to promote our HINDU Dharmas.

Ashada Navratri 2017 Dates

Ashadha Gupta Navratri is an auspicious 9-day observance that is dedicated to worshipping nine different forms of Goddess Shakti or Durga. It is one of the important festivities observed by Hindus with utmost devotion and enthusiasm. Ashadha Navratri is observed from the ‘Pratipada’ (1st day) till the ‘Navami’ (9th day) of the Shukla Paksha (the waxing phase of moon) in the ‘Ashadha’ month of the traditional Hindu calendar.

Sabarimala festival and Vishu- Temple will open continuosly for 15 days

For the Meenam-Uthram festival and Meda Vishu, the Sabarimala Shri Dharmasastha Temple will open on April 3rd,Thursday 5.30 pm and close on 18th April, Friday at night 10.00 pm following 15 days. The ceremonial flag hoisting will be held on April 4th Friday morning between 10.15 and 10.30. Pallivetta will be held on April 12th night. The 10 day festival ends on April 13 with the Arattu ceremony at Pamba. Commonly temple was closed on that day but temple is open for meda vishu celebration on April 10.So the temple will closed on April 18 after the vishu.

Vaishakh Month 2017.

Vaishakha is the second month in the traditional Hindu lunar calender.It is one of auspicious month for hindus. This month is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

It is believed that taking bath in Holy Rivers and Sacred teerths on the day will help in redemption of sins. This Month is considered to be the ideal month to perform charity, homas, fasts etc. Hindu scriptures like Skandpurana describe the glory and significance of Vaishakh month mentioning that there is no other month like Vaishakh that is considered so auspicious.

Sri Parimala Ranganatha Perumal Temple

Sri Parimala Ranganatha swamy temple is dedicated to lord vishnu. It is one of the 108 divyadesam temples.It is considered to be one of the Pancharangams, the other four being Srirangapatnam (Karnataka), Srirangam,Koyiladi (Anbil) and Kumbhakonam (along the course of the river Kaveri).

Chaitra Durga Ashtami

Chaitra Ashtami is observed on on the Shukla Paksha Ashtami or the eighth day during the waxing phase of moon in Chaitra Month (March – April). It is one of the important festival for hindus.

In bengal it is celebrated as Basanti Puja. Goddess Annapurna is worshiped on this day.It is also known as Ashokasthami in orissa. Special Pujas will take place in Lingaraj swamy temple.

Many Devotees observe fast on this day and visit temples and offer special prayers to Goddess.

2017 Date : 4th April.

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple - Varanasi

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is one of the Sacred temples in Varanasi.It is located in the southern part of Varanasi, near the Banaras Hindu University.In Hindi Sankat Mochan means "reliver of troubles".

Sri Sitaramachandra Swamy Temple - Bhadrachalam

Bhadrachalam is known for the temple dedicated to Sita Ramachandra Murthi. The temple is situated on the north bank of Godavari in Khammam district.It is considered to be one of the greatest holy shrines in south india with rich and unique historical background.

Madhu Krishna Trayodashi

Madhu Krishna Trayodashi, is an auspicious day observed during the waning phase of the moon in the month of Phalguna.It is observed on the 13th day of Krishna Paksha in Phalguna Month (Feb - March).This day is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Madhu Krishna Trayodashi is mainly observed in western part of India by some Hindu communities.The day also coincides with the Masa Shivratri day.Devotees undertake complete or Partial fast on this day.

2017 Date : 26th March.

Ugadi Festival In Srisailam Temple 2014

The Ugadi festival will be celebrated for a period of five days in the temple.In 2014 Ugadi Celebrations in Srisailam temple begins on March 28th and ends on 1st April 2014.

Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust Information Centers

MUMBAI

Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, (Shirdi)
'Sai Niketan', 804-B
Dr. Ambedkar Road
Dadar, Mumbai - 400 014 (M.S.)

Ph -022-24166556

FAX-022-24150978

Email-Id :saidadar@sai.org.in

CHENNAI

Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust,(Shirdi)

Information Centre

Krishnan Karanai Village, Post- Pattipulam

East Coast Road,Chennai Tamil Nadu - 603 104, India.

Ph -044-27444093

Contact Mob. : 09940514988

SECUNDERABAD

Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust,(Shirdi)

Information Centre

S.Radhaswamy Fundation

Unit No.110 Deepti House

Y.M.C.A. Complex,Secunderabad-500003

(Andra Pradesh) India

Ph -040-27808845

Bengaluru

Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust, (Shirdi),

Information centre,
14th Cross, Sampige Road,
Malleswaram, Bangalore - 560 003.

Contact Mob. : 09449214114

Advantages of Visiting A Temple Daily

There are thousands of temples all over India in different size, shape and locations but not all of them are considered to be in the Vedic way.

Generally, the temples are located in a place where earth's magnetic waves pass through. In simple terms, these temples are located strategically at a place where the positive energy is abundantly available from the magnetic wave distribution of north/ south pole thrust. The architecture of most Temples are based on principles of Vaasti Shastra. These Temples therefore are full of positive energy and vibrations. These get absorbed in our body and soul when we are inside the Temple and make our mind and body rejuvenated.The submission to the Lord makes us humble and modest. Because of its location, where high magnetic values are available, the Main Idol is placed in the center, and also because they place a copper plate written with some Vedic scripts, which is buried, beneath the Main Idol's placement known as "Garbhagriha" or Moolasthan, the copper absorbs the earths magnetic waves and radiates to the surroundings. Thus a person who regularly visits a temple and makes clockwise pradakshina of the Main Idol's placement, automatically receives the beamed magnetic waves which get absorbed by his body. This is very slow and a regular visit will make him absorb more energy, known as positive energy. In addition, the Sanctum Sanctorum is completely enclosed on three sides. The effect of all energies is very high in here. The lamp that is lit radiates the heat and light energy.

The ringing of the bells and the chanting of prayers gives sound energy. The fragrance from the flowers, the burning of camphor give out chemical energy. The effect of all these energies is activated by the positive energy that comes out of the idol. This is in addition to the north/south pole magnetic energy that is absorbed by the copper plate and utensils that are kept in the Moolasthan.

The water used for the Pooja is mixed with Cardamom, Benzoine, Holy Basil (Tulsi), Clove, etc is the "Theertham". This water becomes more energized because it receives the positive-ness of all these energies combined. When persons go to the temple for Deepaaraadhana, and when the doors open up, the positive energy gushes out onto the persons who are there. The water that is sprinkled onto the people passes on the energy to all. That is the reason why, men are not allowed to wear shirts to the temple and ladies have to wear more ornaments because it is through these jewels (metal) that positive energy is absorbed in ladies. It is proved that Theertham is a very good blood purifier, as it is highly energized.
In addition, temples offer holy water (about three spoons). This water is mainly a source of magneto therapy as they place the copper water vessel at the Garbhagriha. It also contains cardamom, clove, saffron, etc to add taste and Tulsi (holy Basil) leaves are put into the water to increase its medicinal value! The clove essence protects one from tooth decay, the saffron & Tulsi leave essence protects one from common cold and cough, cardamom and benzoine known as Pachha Karpuram, acts as a mouth refreshing agents. This way, one's health too is protected, by regularly visiting Temples .

SIGNIFICANCE OF THURSDAYS FOR SAI BABA

Thursdays were important to Baba’s devotees. Baba who gave much importance to the Guru tradition told them that Thursday (Guruvar) was very dear to him.

Early Morning Mantra

Early Morning is considered as the best time to worship God. Early morning is also known as "Brahma Mahurat" in the Hindu Mythology. It is regarded that prayers made at this time reach directly to the God. Early Morning Shloka (Sloka) is given here which also serves as the first prayer of the day to the almighty.

Holy Bath Sloka

This Sloka Can be recited while taking Bath :

"Ganga Cha Yamuna Chaiva Godavari Saraswati,

Narmada Sindhu Kaveri Jalesmin Sannidhim Kuru"

Meaning : "In this water, I invoke the presence of divine waters from the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, Saraswati, Narmada, Sindhu and Kaveri. These rivers are considered as goddesses and I pray to them for considering me for their blessings".

Sacred Threads in Hinduism

Wearing sacred threads is a common practice in Hinduism. Many People will wear threads of various colours like white, black, yellow, red and orange on their wrists or neck and sometimes on the waist. Each sacred thread of the Hindu religion has an importance of its own. They are usually tied to a part of the body to ward off evil eye or for prosperity and good health.

Hinduism: Oldest Religion in the World

Hindu mythology is the large body of traditional narratives related to Hinduism, notably as contained in Sanskrit literature, such as the Sanskrit epics and the Puranas. As such, it is a subset of Nepali and Indian culture. Different God and Goddesses are worshiped for different reasons. Sanatana Dharma is considered as the traditional ancient name of the “Hindu” religion.

300-year-old shiv lingam that grows every Mahashivratri

According to a myth, every Mahashivratri, the 300-year-old shivling grows in size and gains mass of one mustard grain.This Temple was located in Chattisgarh named Bilawali temple in Dewas.

Origin Of Medaram Jatara

According to a tribal story, about 6-7 centuries ago,that is in the 13th century, some tribal leaders who went for a hunting found a new born girl (Sammakka) emitting enormous light playing amidst tigers. She was taken to their habitation . The head of the tribe adopted her and brought up as a chief tain (She later became the saviour of the tribals of the region) she was married to Pagididda Raju a feudatory tribal chief of Kakatiyas(who ruled the country of Andhra from Warangal City between 1000 AD and 1380 AD).She was blessed with 2 daughters and one son namely Sarakka, Nagulamma and Jampanna respectively.

After sometime, there was a severe drought that lasted for years and as a result the mighty Godavari River dried up. pagedde Raju didn't pay tribute to King Pratapa Rudra. In turn king Pratapa rudra sent his army to subdue the tribals and collect the tribute. Then a War was fought between tribal chief pagidde Raju and Kakatiya army on the banks of "Sampenga Vagu" (Jampanna Vagu). The Koya army fought valiantly but could not with stand the well equipped Kakatiya army. Though fought valiantly Pagididda Raju, his daughters Sarakka, Nagulamma, son in law Govinda Raju lost (husband of Sarakka) lives in the battle. Later Jampanna also dies in Sampenga Vagu (after renamed as Jampanna Vagu in the memory of his heroic fight against well trained Kakatiya army).

Upon hearing this news Sammakka also enters war and fights and causes lot of damage to kakatiya army. Surprised by her Bravery And Valour the Kakatiya Prime Minister visited war ravaged Koya kingdom with proposal of peace and offered Sammakka a place in the emperor’s harem as the chief queen. Samakka turned down the offer and resolved to continue the fight to avenge the dead. The battle continued and Sammakka was seriously wounded . Samakka told her people that as long as they remembered her, she would protect them. Then, she cursed the Kaktiya dynasty to perish And with that wounded body proceeded towards Chilakala gutta and disappeared in the forest. The grieving Koyas searched for their queen all they found were a red ochre box(a container of vermilion), her bangles … and the pug marks of a huge full grown tigress, exactly the same place where she was found as a infant by the koyas. The Kakatiya dynasty came to an end very soon. Since then the Koyas, Waddaras and other Indian tribes and castes have been holding festivals in memory of Sammakka and Sarakka regularly .

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Antarvedi

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is situated in temple town named Antarvedi of sakhinetipalle mandal of east godavari district.It is an important piligrim centre in andhra Pradesh.

Phalguna Masam 2017.

Phalguna Masam is the 12^th month as per traditional Hindu calendar. During this month the weather is neither too cold nor too hot. The new change in nature can be seen commencing from Vasant Panchami till Phalgun Purnima.

Ramayana War between vanaras and ravana was started on phalguna bahula padyami.The War between lakshmana and indrajith was started on phalguna bahula ekadasi and concluded on phalguna bahula trayodasi.Ravana vadha had occured on phalguna amavasya.Some of pandava and kauravas were born in this month. Lord Raghavendra swami was born on Phalguna Sukla Navami.