Deeparadhana Deeparadhana comprises two Sanskrit words ‘Deepa:’ and ‘Aaraadhana’. ‘Deepa:’ means lamp and ‘Aaraadhana’ refers to ‘worship’ or ‘propitiation of deities’. Hence, ‘Deeparadhana’ refers to the god worship through a lamp. We do find reference to the word ‘Aaraadhana’ in Bhagavad Gita Chapter 7 Shloka 22 – Endowed with faith, the devotee worships a particular Read More
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Parikrama – Pradakshina – Circumambulation
Pradakshinam PRA – The letter “Pra” removes all fears and worries, DA – The letter “Da” blesses with moksha/renunciation, KSHI- “KSHI” removes all kinds of diseases (Sarva vyaadhi nivaarana), NAM – “NAM” blesses with all-round prosperity and wealth. Every point on the circumference of a circle is equidistant from the centre. This means that everywhere Read More