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
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Introducing 6 Shanti Mantras
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
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
Sanatana Dharma
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
Brahmotsavams 2024 – The Festival Performed by Lord Brahma
Srivari Brahmotsavams 2024 The celebration of Srivari Brahmotsavams is the grandest spectacle of the year. Hundreds of thousands congregate at Tirumala to have the grand darshan of Lord Venkateswara as He moves around the streets on a different mount each morning and evening for nine days. Filled with excitement and devotion, the atmosphere is charged. Read More
9 Hassle-Free Facilities offered by TTD
Hassle-Free Facilities for Darshan As the saying ‘Manava Sevaye Madhava Seva’ goes, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is committed to providing basic services to the common pilgrim visiting the abode of Sri Venkateswara, including free darshan, food, drinking water, travel and tonsuring. There are numerous facilities offered by TTD for the benefit of pilgrims visiting Read More
