Articles in Category Hindu Rituals
Champa Shashthi 2024 - Martand Shiva is worshipped on this day
Shashti of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha month is also celebrated under the name Champa Shashthi. It is believed that the festival of Champa Shashthi is dedicated to Khandova, an avatar of Lord
Why is Shri Panchami Puja done in Margashirsha month
The festival of Shri Panchami is celebrated on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha month. On this day, Lakshmi ji is worshiped as "Shri". Goddess Lakshmi is considered a form of "Shri".
Yam Deep Daan-Why is Yamadipadan performed
In Hindu mythological texts, Yama is described as the God of death. Yama is also called as Yamraj and Dharmaraja. The description of Yama is also found in detail in the Vedas. Yamraj rides the
Bhadrapada Amavasya 2024 - Amavasya Date and Muhurat
According to the Panchang calculation in astrology, the 30th day of the Hindu month is called Amavasya. During this time, the Moon and the Sun are present at equal degrees. On this day, the light of
Bhairav Jayanti 2024 -Kalabhairav Jayanti Date Puja Vidhi and Story
Ashtami of the Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month is celebrated as Bhairav Jayanti. This year, the festival of Bhairav Jayanti will be celebrated on 23 November 2024. Bhairav is considered to be a
Kartik Amavasya 2024 : Kartik Amavasya Story and Importance
The thirtieth date of Kartik month is celebrated as "Kartik Amavasya". Amavasya has been of special importance in Hinduism. The Amavasya that comes in every month has something special in one form or
Tulsi Vivah 2024 : Tulsi birth story and why Vishnu Puja is incomplete without Tulsi
Tulsi Marriage: Tulsi birth story and why Vishnu Puja is incomplete without Tulsi Mahatmya of Tulsi Puja in Kartik month is described in the Puranas. By this, it can be understood that worshiping
Pithori Amavasya 2024
Amavasya of the Bhadrapada month is called Pithori Amavasya. This year it will be celebrated on 03 September 2024. Snan and charity on the day of Pithori Amavasya have special importance. Holy rivers
Kaumudi Mahotsava Festival 2024
A unique confluence of cultures is seen in a vast country like India. One can see various fasts, festivals, different viewpoints come together at this confluence. Everyone is coloured in different
2024 Dev Prabodhini Ekadashi, Dev Uthani Ekadashi Katha or Fast
Dev Prabodhini Ekadashi, out of all the Ekadashi, this Ekadashi is a very auspicious and extremely fruitful Ekadashi. Dev Prabodhini Ekadashi is known by the names Dev Uthni Ekadashi, Devuthan
Bhishma Panchak 2024 - Know about Vrat katha, Puja Date and Timing
The time of Bhishma Panchak starts on Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month and continues till Kartik Purnima. Snan and donations done in this Panchak that runs for five days are considered very
Kubera Puja 2024: When is Kuber Puja and why do we celebrate it.
Worshiping Kubera Dev is considered to provide auspiciousness and financial prosperity in life. Kubera Puja is performed especially during Diwali. Kubera ji is considered the leader and the Lord of
Vishwakarma Puja 2024 - Importance of Vishwakarma Puja
Vishwakarma is worshiped on the day of Kartik Shukla Paksha Pratipada. On this festival, Vishwakarma, the god of creation and creation, is worshiped. Based on certain beliefs, all types of machines,
Annakoot Festival 2024: Why is Annakoot celebrated
Annakoot festival proves the meaning of its name. On this day food is worshiped and a lot of dishes are offered to God. The festival of Annakoot is celebrated on the Pratipada of Kartik Shukla
Tripurotsav 2024: Why is Tripurotsav celebrated in Kartik Purnima
The festival of Tripurotsav is celebrated on the full moon of the Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. All the rituals of this Pradoshvapini fast are observed since ancient times. Everyone celebrates this
Ashwin Purnima 2024
The Purnima Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month is known as Ashwin Purnima. Just as all the Purnima Tithis that occur throughout the year have their own different effect this Purnima too has its
Dhanvantari Jayanti 2024
In religious texts, Dhanvantari is considered the creator of Ayurveda. As per scriptures, each Devta is representative of one or the other form of power. While one Devta may have the power of fire,
Amla Navami 2024 - Worship the Amla tree on Amla Navami
Navami of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month is celebrated as Amla Navami. Amla Navami is also celebrated as Kushmand Navami and Akshay Navami. Snan, Puja, Tarpan and Annadan are said to be very important
Ashwin Amavasya 2024
The Amavasya in Ashwin month is called Ashwin Amavasya. According to Hindu Panchang, it is the last day for Shradh Karma. The ritual of Tarpan too ends on this day. This Ashwin Amavasya of Krishna
Gyan Panchami 2024 : Why Gyan Panchami is celebrated
Gyan Panchami is related to Jainism. It is an extremely revered and important day for everyone. The festival of 'Gyan Panchami' is celebrated on Panchami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month.
