Significance of Narayana Suktam || Comprehensive – explains about meditation

Narayana Suktam Chanting: Powerful Benefits & Detailed Explanation Narayana Suktam explains about meditation. Before meditation, one has to recite this and contemplate the meaning, which in turn will help the Sadhak reach deeper levels of meditation. In the beginning, the glory of God is described. It is then followed by a step-by-step instruction on how Read More

Purusha Sooktam: Translation & Significance

Purusha Sooktam is a hymn of praise adoring the Infinite Reality expressed through its creativity. One of the most famous hymns of the Rig Veda, it has the special privilege of being widely chanted by devotees Purusha Sooktam / Purusha Suktam The word Purusha here refers to the Supreme Being – Parama Purusha, the Supreme Read More

Unlock Inner Harmony: The 6 Shanti Mantras Explained

Shanti Mantras We must approach a task with the right mental attitude whenever we undertake it. This preparation will greatly enhance the chances of success in our undertaking. For similar reasons, we have many Prakaras (enclosures) in our temples. As the devotee goes around each Prakara, his concentration improves and his mind gradually gets focused Read More

Mudhal Alwars – First 3 Alwars

Mudhal Alwars Poigaialwar, Boodatalwar and Peyaiaalwar are collectively called as Mudhal Alwars or the first Alwars. They lived during the same period. Poigaialwar Tradition tells us that the first of them, Poigaialwar, was born at Kanchipuram, under the star Sravanam (thiruvonam) in October – November (Aippasi). The period is reported to be the 7th C Read More

Divya Deshams: The 108 Sacred Vishnu Temples of India

Everything about Divya Deshams Ritual is an external demonstration of religion. It provides a scope for us to observe religion outwardly. It is akin to the feet of religion. It may not be the essence of the religion, yet it is not a non-essential part of the religion. It is, so to say, an outer Read More

Vivaha Samskara

Vivaha Samskara The rites that pertain to the various stages of life of a man are called Samskaras. Vivaha Samskara (Marriage Ceremony)  – A man and woman enter the Grihastha Ashrama through marriage. Together they face several challenges and perform many duties. They raise their children, educate them and train them to be model citizens. Read More

What is Sanatana Dharma? A Comprehensive Guide

In this article, we will learn everything about Dharma and Sanatana Dharma Definition of Dharma That which brings well-being to man is Dharma. The word Dharma is derived from the root Dhar, meaning to hold. That which holds the whole creation from macrocosm to microcosm is Dharma. It is the eternal Divine law of the Read More

Maha Navaratri (Sarada Navaratri) – 9 Nights

Sarada Navaratri – Maha Navaratri The festival Navaratri has a profound religious significance. It is believed that during these days, Goddess Durga specially descended on the earth to bless Her devotees to annihilate evil and establish ‘sanatana dharma’ firmly in the world. Goddess Durga is seen as a lion in a sitting posture. The lion Read More

7 Saptharshi Stotras on Sapthagirisa

Saptharshi Stotras Seven Saptharshis The Seven Saptharshis, Kashyapa, Atri, Bharadwaja, Vishwamitra, Gowthama, Jamadagni and Vasishta, performed penance for thousands of years. Consequently, they obtained so immense powers that they shine as brilliant stars in the galaxies to this day. One could watch this stary constellation in the night in the north sky. The seven Maharshis Read More