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Varaha Jayanti 2024 Date and Time: Varaha Jayanti in 2024 falls on September 6th 2024. The Tritiya tithi begins at 12:20 PM on September 5th and ends at 3:00 PM on September 6th.   The forces of darkness threaten to flood the world, and a mighty boar emerges, carrying the weight of the Earth on its tusks. This is the wondering tale of Varaha Jayanti, a festival that celebrates the third divine incarnation of Lord Vishnu as Varaha, the saviour of the universe.  This festival holds immense significance for devotees, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the preservation...

Onam 2024 Date: Onam will begin on 6th September (Friday) and conclude on 17th September (Tuesday). The main day of Onam, or  Thiruvonam, falls on 15th September (Sunday).  In the heart of "God's Own Country," where lush green landscapes meet serene backwaters and rich traditions, Onam stands out as one of the most vibrant and joyful festivals. This celebration is filled with Kerala's traditions and culturally rich customs, symbolizing the state's heritage and unity. Onam, known as the harvest festival, is observed in the month of Chingam, marking the beginning of the Malayalam calendar. According to the Gregorian calendar, Onam falls...

Maa Lakshmi shines as the divine consort of Lord Vishnu, the revered preserver of the universe. Imagine her majestic presence, often depicted with four graceful arms, each hand a symbol of a different facet of wealth and prosperity. With each gesture, she offers a unique blessing, weaving a story of abundance and fortune into the fabric of existence.   Goddess Lakshmi, revered as the Hindu deity of wealth, achievement, and prosperity, is one of the most venerated goddesses in Hinduism. Devotees who seek her blessings are believed to gain good fortune, success, and abundance. The Ashtalakshmi, or "Eight Lakshmis," are particularly...

Tamil Nadu is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and its deeply rooted spiritual traditions. Goddess Amman holds a special place in the hearts of Hindu people. Goddess Amman is a manifestation of goddess Shakthi. Numerous devotees worshipping Goddess Amman throughout India and beyond. Here, we explore ten of the most famous Amman temples in Tamil Nadu.  1. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai  The Meenakshi Amman Temple, located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is a historic temple complex originally dating back to the 4th century CE, with its current structure built in the 16th–17th centuries. According to Hindu legend, the god Shiva came...

Vastu Grihalakshmi, a divine form of Goddess Lakshmi, is revered for bringing prosperity and wealth into homes. This special manifestation of the goddess is depicted standing gracefully with a cow against a plantain backdrop. She is believed to remove all Vastu doshas (architectural imbalances) in the house, ensuring a harmonious and prosperous environment.  Significance of Goddess Grihalakshmi  As Mahalakshmi, she embodies the immense divinity of all the gods. To householders, she is Grihalakshmi, the goddess of the home, ensuring the welfare and prosperity of its residents. To kings and statesmen, she is Rajyalakshmi, protecting both the ruler and the subjects....