According to the Vedic astrology, Saturn or Shani is the most powerful planet. It is the slowest moving planet. Because of this, it is dry, barren, and cold. So, people experience its effects with great intensity and for a longer time compared to other planets. [blogadsense] Every person on Earth comes under the influence of […]
As kids, everyone has heard about the popular story of the tortoise defeating the hare in a race. The story focuses on how hard work and strong determination can help you to achieve success. You may face hardships and challenges. Characterized by slow and steady pace, tortoises hold great significance in Vastu Shastra. As such, […]
Annakut, Govardhan, or Godhan Puja is observed on the first Shukla Paksha of Kartika month. The festival is associated with the legendary story of Lord Krishna who lifts the Govardhan Hill to protect the residents of Vrindavan. The devotees on this auspicious day, prepare vegetarian foods and offer it to Lord Krishna. It is called […]
Settling abroad is a dream for many. The opportunities and the lifestyle it provides are a dream for children and their parents. The world also makes attractive offers in exchange for the brilliant ideas offered by young minds worldwide. The terms foreign-returned and foreign-settled attracts young-minds since it holds a distant dream of fairy tales. […]
The festival of light is a beautiful occasion to bring positivity and bonding and is a widely celebrated festival in India, transcending religious borders. The word Deepavali finds its origins in Sanskrit, meaning rows of lighted diyas. Going by the Hindu calendar, Deepavali falls on the fifteenth days of the Karthika month, i.e., either in […]
A wedding is a significant milestone, and it marks new beginnings and journeys of a life long of togetherness. Marriages in India are not just a union between two young souls. It is a joyous occasion for two families to get together to bless a couple of a long and happily married life. The age-old […]
What is Puja Puja is a religious practice followed predominantly by Hindus worldwide. Puja is done in honor of deities, to mark festive occasions, honor guests, or remember people who have passed away. Jains and Buddhists also perform puja for similar reasons. Each occasion demands different procedures. The blog throws light into the importance and […]
Rudraksha – the famous beads derive their name from Lord Rudra. As Lord Shiv’s favorite, they carry immense positive energy. Rudraksha term finds its origin in Sanskrit and is derived from Rudra (Lord Rudra/Shiva) and Aksha (Tears), thus meaning Teardrops of Lord Rudra. The highly treasured beads are a treasure trove for health benefits. Rudraksh […]
As per Hindu mythology, Rahu is one of the most maleficent planets. The ancient mythology has it that Rahu and Ketu were born during the Samudra Manthan for obtaining Amrit. Swarbhanu – a demon, disguised himself as a Sura while Lord Vishnu was distributing Amrit in Mohini Avatar. Before the Lord could see through Swarbhanu's […]
Ketu is a non-materialistic and spiritual planet that lies in the shadows of the Moon. It predominantly rules the three nakshatras – Ashwini, Magha, and Moola. Ketu is commonly known as moksha karaka since the planet resides mainly in 8th and 12th houses. While the 12th house of giving up, 8th is the house of […]