Category: Rituals

Maa Brahmacharini, revered as a symbol of meditation and spirituality in Hinduism, inspires us to overcome greed, and fear, and cultivate mental discipline. On the second day of Navratri, which falls on Friday, devotees worship Maa Brahmacharini wearing green or white clothes. Green, beloved by Lord Shiva, signifies progress, stability,…

Navratri 2024 began on Thursday, October 3, marking the start of the nine-day celebration devoted to the worship of Maa Durga and her nine avatars, collectively known as Navadurga. These forms are revered by Hindu devotees and include Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Maa Skandamata, Maa Katyayani,…

Navratri, the nine-day festival of devotion and fasting, celebrates the divine forms of Maa Durga. Each day is dedicated to one of her avatars, each embodying unique aspects of her role as the mother of the universe. On the first day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Shailputri, also known as…

Navratri is a time for devotion, fasting, and honoring Goddess Durga over nine auspicious days. Observing the fast and conducting the Navratri Puja with proper rituals is believed to invite the blessings of the Goddess. Before starting your Navratri worship, here’s everything you need to know, including the first-day puja…

Navratri holds significant importance in Hinduism, with four Navratris celebrated each year. Among these, two are Gupt Navratris, while the other two are Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri, each with its unique significance. Sharadiya Navratri occurs from the Pratipada Tithi to the Navami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month…

Navratri 2024:- the vibrant festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is fast approaching, and devotees are preparing to observe nine sacred days with devotion and reverence. In 2024, Shardiya Navratri will begin on October 3 and conclude with the celebration of Dussehra on October 12. A unique aspect of Navratri is…

Surya Grahan 2024 in India: Key Details and Important Guidelines The second and final solar eclipse of 2024 will occur on Wednesday, October 2. This celestial event will take place in Virgo and the Hasta Nakshatra, coinciding with Sarvapitre Amavasya, a significant day in the Hindu calendar. Many have questions…

Sarva Pitru Amavasya, a significant Hindu festival, will be observed on October 2, 2024. This day is dedicated to honoring deceased ancestors and marks the end of the 16-day Pitru Paksha. According to Hindu belief, during Pitru Paksha, the souls of ancestors visit the earthly realm, and families perform rituals…

The Jitiya Vrat 2024 has officially begun with the completion of the Nahai-Khaai ritual. Starting today, women observing this fast will begin their Nirjala Vrat, meaning they will abstain from food and water, and follow traditional rituals with deep devotion. The timing of Paran, or breaking the fast, is crucial…