Why is Terahvi done after death?
In Hindu religion, mourning is observed for 13 days after death and then on the thirteenth day a Brahmin feast is held so that the soul of the deceased may find peace and a place in the abode of God. This period of thirteen days is known as Terahvi. According to Garuda Purana, if the thirteenth of the deceased is not performed, then his soul keeps wandering in the Pishacha (vampire) Yoni.
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Akharas are the pride of Maha Kumbh. The Akhadas play a central role in the Mahakumbh. These groups, formed of ascetics, saints, and spiritual practitioners, are deeply rooted in India's spiritual traditions.
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Why Idol Worship of Mata Ganga is Prohibited while Ganga Water is Auspicious?
Gangajal is considered very sacred in Hindu religion. That's why it is advised to keep it in the house, but then why it is prohibited to keep the idol of Maa Ganga in the house. Mother Ganga is considered holy, worshipable and mother in Hindu religion. That's why from Ganga bath to keeping Ganga water in the house has been said to be important and beneficial.
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Summer Solstice | June Solstice
The summer solstice occurs when the Earth's inclination towards the Sun is maximum. Therefore, on the day of the summer solstice, the Sun appears at its highest altitude with a midday position that changes very little for several days before and after the summer solstice.
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Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrated every year on the Chaturthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. The special importance of Vibhuvan Sankashti Chaturthi has been mentioned in the scriptures. This festival is a day to worship Bhagwan Ganesh. This fast comes once in 3 years.
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Ravi Yog is formed when the distance between the Sun’s Nakshatra and the Moon’s Nakshatra is anything except the 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 12th, or 14th Nakshatra.
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What is the difference between rishi muni sadhu and santh?
In the Hindu spiritual tradition, the terms Rishi, Muni, Sadhu, and Sant (Saint) have distinct meanings, though they all refer to spiritually evolved individuals.
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Pandit Ji in Vaishali Ghaziabad
You can contact the Panditji of Vaishali, Indirapuram and Vasundhara region for religious functions like Puja rituals, havan and horoscopes etc.
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Famous Shiva Temple outside India
Bhagwan Shiva has many forms and is worshiped outside India as well. He is worshiped as a main deity by the people of India and Nepal, he is also worshiped as an important aspect of Hinduism. Apart from Shiva temples in India, there are many Shiva temples outside India as well, seeing which you will be surprised.
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Velliangiri hill is situated at a distance of 40 km from Coimbatore city, Tamil Nadu. Velliangiri Mountains are one of the most difficult trekking destinations.
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Talking about all the seasons, there are a total of six seasons in a year. In this case, the duration of each season is two months.
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Shakuni Se Judi Kuch Informations
What was the name of Shakuni's father, mother, wife, son? In the battle, Sahadev bravely wounded Shakuni and Uluka while fighting and killed Uluka on seeing him.
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What is the meaning of Sadhvi?
Sadhvi is a Sanskrit word which literally means "virtuous woman" and refers to women who have renounced their worldly attachments and chosen to remain aloof from society to focus on a spiritual life. Her life is a remarkable combination of devotion to God and service to society. Sadhvis believe that "service to humanity is service to God" and dedicate their lives to God.
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Touching the feet of elders is a traditional gesture in Indian culture that shows respect, humility and blessings. Bhaktibharat here shares some basic "rules".
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