Blogs — Lord Vishnu

Vaikunta Ekadasi, one of the most sacred and widely celebrated festivals dedicated to Lord Vishnu, holds deep spiritual and astronomical significance. Every year, millions of devotees across India, especially in South Indian temples like Tirupati and Srirangam, eagerly await this day when the celestial “Vaikuntha Dwaram” — the Gate to Heaven — is opened for devotees to enter and seek divine blessings.  However, if you’ve noticed that in 2025, Vaikunta Ekadasi falls on January 10 and December 30th, you might wonder why it differs from previous years, sometimes appearing in December, and occasionally even skipping a year altogether. Let’s understand the...

Purattasi is the sixth month in the Tamil calendar, and it holds great significance for devotees of Lord Venkateswara (Lord Vishnu). In North India, Purattasi is known as the Ashwin month. This month is marked by several significant festivals, including Mahalaya Paksha, Pitru Paksha, and Sharada Navratri. Purattasi month is considered auspicious for worshipping God and seeking blessings for good health and prosperity. While the entire Purattasi month is ideal for worshipping Lord Venkateshwara, Purattasi Sani (Saturdays) hold special significance for his worship.  Significance of Purattasi Sani   Purattasi month falls between mid-September and mid-October in the Gregorian calendar. According...

Date and Time for Vamana Jayanti: Falls on September 4th 2025, Thursday  Dwadashi Tithi Begins:  04:21 AM on September 4th, Thursday Dwadashi Tithi Ends: 04:08 AM on September 5th, Friday Vamana Jayanti is an auspicious Hindu festival that commemorates the birth of Lord Vamana, the fifth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.  This day holds great significance in Hindu mythology as it celebrates the divine intervention of Lord Vamana to restore balance and dharma in the world. According to the Hindu Lunar Calendar, Vamana Jayanti falls on the 'Dwadashi Tithi' (12th day) of Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha. Due to its occurrence on this auspicious...

In Hinduism, dedicating an entire month to honour Lord Venkateswara (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu), the preserver of the universe, is one of the most important cultural and spiritual practices. The month of Purattasi (mid-September to mid-October) holds immense significance in the Tamil calendar and is marked by devotion and some rituals. Purattasi is an auspicious time for devotees to worship the divine and seek blessings for good health, prosperity, and overall well-being.  Significance of Purattasi   The month of Purattasi is considered especially ideal for worshipping Lord Venkateswara. According to astrology, the Tamil month of Purattasi commences when the Sun...

Madurai, often hailed as the Athens of the East, is more than just a historic city — it is a spiritual heartbeat of Tamil Nadu.   Nestled in the serene Alagar Hills, the Azhagar Temple (Alagar Kovil) stands as one of the most revered shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Rooted in ancient times, stories, and beautiful architecture, the temple is not only one of the 108 special Vaishnava temples (Divya Desams) but also a lively place for Tamil culture and festivals. One of its most interesting spots is the Pathinettam Padi Karuppasamy shrine, which becomes very active during the Chithrai...