The amazing story of the youngest Sikh Guru
God’s ways are often inscrutable and beyond the ken of common men. In my personal experience, I have always felt that whatever happens in our lives carries a deep significance that might not be clear to us at that particular moment. Click here for more…
Scientific aspects of Yagya, the holy fire ritual
Our ancient texts are full of legends wherein ancient sages performed Yagyas and the demons (asuras) tried to destroy them. The demons then had to pay a hefty price as the godly, valiant prince used to guard the Holy fire and eliminate the nuisance. Whether these are just folklores, myths, legends or history is a […]
Different names of Arjuna in Mahabharata
Arjuna–the mesmerizing character Without doubt, the hero of epic Mahabharata was a brilliant fit. Arjuna, wore many hats and he excelled in all of them. From a brilliant archer to a devoted brother, he played his role to perfection. As it would be in legends, he was called by many names. We will try to […]
Vaisakhi
Vaisakhi (also spelled Baisakhi) is the festival which celebrates the founding of the Sikh community known as the Khalsa. It is celebrated on April 14 each year. On Vaisakhi day in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh summoned Sikhs from all over India to the city of Anandpur Sahib. At this gathering, the Guru called upon Sikhs […]
Hanuman Puja
Hanuman Puja is really beneficial for attaining strength, wisdom, knowledge. Hanuman Vidhi is performed on all Tuesdays and on auspicious days dedicated to Hanuman. Here is a simple procedure to perform the puja. The puja is best performed early morning. Some people also do Hanuman Puja on Saturday to get rid of Shani Dosha. Things […]
17 signs that this isn’t your first life on earth!
17 signs your soul has reincarnated many times In Hinduism we believe that the soul is immortal and takes birth time and time again. Through this process, we have experiences, learn lessons and evolve spiritually. Finally we graduate from physical birth. There are theories as to why this process exists, but no one knows for […]
What happened to Vanara Sena after Ramayana?
Everyone is familiar with the glorious role played by the Vanara Sena, or monkey clan, led by Hanuman, Vali and Sugreeva, in the Ramayana. But not many know what happened to them afterwards. Let’s find out! Click here for more…
How did Rama die: Did he live long after Sita?
Most people are aware of the way Queen Sita died, after King Rama of Ayodhya found her with his twin sons, Luv and Kush, in sage Valmiki’s ashram. People also know that after Sita gave up her life following her humiliation on being asked to do an ‘agni pariksha’, Rama returned to Ayodhya with his […]
Ramnavami: Birthday of Lord Rama
Ramnavami or the birthday of Lord Rama falls on the 9th day of the bright fortnight of the month of Chaitra (March-April). (See calendar) In Honor of Lord Rama Ramnavami is one of the most important festivals of the Hindus, particularly the Vaishnava sect of the Hindus. On this auspicious day, devotees repeat the name of Rama with every breath […]
10 Life Lessons From Lord Shiva
If there’s one god who can offer you lessons in the “Art of Living”, it has to be the popular Hindu deity, Lord Shiva. Popularly known as the lord of mercy and compassion, Shiva can annihilate evil, destroy ignorance as well as grant wisdom. Here’s a quick look at the 10 different life lessons we can […]
History of Holi Celebration
The celebration of Holi is very ancient in its origin. And by its very origin, it celebrates an ultimate triumph of the ‘good’ over the ‘evil’. While, a feast of colors associated with the Holi, is the face of this celebration, the original reason of celebrating Holi, lies in its soul. And this gives us the […]
Mahamrityunjaya Mantra – Door into Eternal Life
The healing power of the Mahamrityunjaya mantra was invoked in Ganga Darshan, Munger, by Swami Satyananda in 1986, and in Rikhia in 2000. It is currently being chanted in the Satyananda ashrams and yoga centres throughout India and the world at the same time every week. People who are facing illness, obstacles, tragedy or crisis […]
Welcoming the New Year at Sri Govindaji Gaudiya Matha
HOUSTON: Sri Govindaji Gaudiya Matha welcomed the New Year with beautiful devotional bhajans, kirtan, aarati, Tulasi puja and prasadam. Over three hundred attended in the specially decorated 8,000 square foot temple hall. There was much to be grateful for and much to celebrate. Last year was wonderful and the coming year promises to be another […]
Grand New Year and Vaikunda Ekadasi Celebrations at Sri Meenakshi Temple
By M.K.Sriram and Akilan Gopal PEARLAND: It was a great and divine start to 2015 for several thousand devotees who worshipped at Sri Meenakshi Temple on New Year’s day. The forecasters predicted a rainy and cold day, but this did not make any impact on the spirits and minds of the devotees – they came […]
Namadwaar Celebrates 7th Annual Srimad Bhagavata Mahotsava
MANVEL: December 21 to 27, was a joyous, blissful week in Houston with the Srimad Bhagavata Mahotsava and Grand Madhura Utsav spiritual and cultural celebration held at Houston Namadwaar. Organized by Global Organization for Divinity and Love to Share Foundation America, the event saw over 100 devotees from across the USA join Houston devotees for this […]
Significance of the Hindu Vaars Days of the Week and Fasting
By Krishan Gupta In Indian culture, each day of the week is dedicated to a particular God or Goddess, with a special significance and many people perform daily tasks according to the added power which the relationship to the day would give. It is believed that those who fast or worship the associated deity of […]
Namadwaar’s 5th Annual Srimad Bhagavata Mahotsava
MANVEL: Global Organization for Divinity and Namadwaar will conduct its annual grand celebration of bhakti and Bhagavata Dharma, from December 21 to 27 this year through a 7-day “Madhura Utsav” (sweet celebration). The Utsav will be filled with celebration of Bhagavan through song, dance and listening to His stories through a 7-day “Sri Krishna Leela” discourse series […]
Steadfast Ayyappa Devotees Get the Gratification of Annadanam at MTS
By Chitoor Ramachandran PEARLAND: The month of karthigai (vrichikam) (Nov-Dec) makes the premises of Sri Meenakshi Temple vibrant with numerous festive events individually distinct in the importance, intent and tradition. The 41 days of austere Ayyappa vrutham (Mandalam) and the associated worship of Sri Ayyappa (Sri Dharma Shasta) conspicuously bring out several disciplines recommended to […]
Trikaldarshi Mahayogi Baba Lokenath: God Who Walked the Earth
HOUSTON: We are often inclined to focus on God as the Creator of the Universe and as our personal protector and savior. During every age, however, God also enters human form to embody Perfect Love, Compassion, Humility and Divinity for all humankind. Those manifestations of God in human form inspire and gently remind us that […]
Unique Annabhishekam at Sri Meenakshi Temple
By M.K. Sriram PEARLAND: Karthikai, the seventh month in the Tamil calendar is considered a very holy month. Annabhishekam, i.e. abhishekam with cooked rice is traditionally performed for Lord Sundarewswar at Madurai Meenkashi temple as well as many other Shiva temples on the full moon day in this month. MTS has been following the same […]
