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Aadi Perukku 2024 Date and Timing: Aadi perukku falls on 3rd August 2024, saturday  starts from Sunrise 06:01 am to sunset 07:05 pm  The month of Aadi is considered auspicious for the Goddess Amman, and among the various festivals celebrated during this time, Aadi Perukku holds significant importance. Aadi perukku falls on 18th day of the Tamil month Aadi (mid-July to mid-August), this festival is a beautiful blend of nature worship, religious rituals, and community celebrations.   Why do we Celebrate Aadi Perukku?  According to legend, the River Ganges once sought Lord Krishna's advice on how to purify herself from the...

Aadi Krithigai 2024 Date and Timing: Aadi Krithigai falls on Monday, 29th July starting at 02:41 pm and ends on Tuesday, 30th July at 01:40 pm    Aadi Krithigai is one of the important festivals celebrated in Tamil culture, primarily dedicated to Lord Murugan or Subramanya. Lord Murugan is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati; he is also revered for his courage and wisdom. Aadi krithigai is considered a highly auspicious day to celebrate Lord Murugan.Aadi is the first month of Dakshinayana punyakalam, the period when the sun god shifts his direction from north to south. Krithigai is the star or nakshatra of Lord...

In the vibrant culture of Hindu Spirituality, Karumari Amman stands as an inspiration of divine grace and protection. Karumari Amman, an incarnation of the universal mother goddess Parashakti, emerged to protect and nurture humanity. In the town of Thiruverkadu, Karumari Amman is worshipped as the principal and guardian goddess. Karumari Amman is venerated by millions of devotees across India, particularly in Tamil Nadu. Her divine presence offers spiritual comfort and serves as a source of various benefits that enrich her devotees' lives.    The Story of Surya and Karumari Amman   Once, Devikarumari pretended to be an old forecasting woman and...

As the monsoon showers breathe new life into the lands of Tamil Nadu, the arrival of the Aadi month ushers in a period of profound devotion and vibrant cultural celebrations. Aadi occurs in the fourth month of the Tamil calendar.  This month is dedicated to the worship of various deities, especially Goddess Amman (Parvati), who is believed to bless her devotees with health, prosperity, and happiness. Aadi is a time when the Tamil community comes together to honour the divine, seeking blessings for prosperity, health, and protection. The Aadi festival is a significant cultural and religious event in Tamil Nadu,...

Bogar Siddhar or Boganathar is one of the most fascinating and revered saints in Tamil Siddha Tradition. He was a saint, alchemist, mystic and Yogi, who lived thousands of years ago. Bogar Siddhar is considered as one of the 18 Siddhars,  a group of enlightened beings in Tamil tradition known for their deep understanding of medicine, alchemy, and spirituality. Bogar is widely acknowledged as a polymath, alchemy, medicine, yoga, martial arts, and spirituality. Bogar Siddhar dedicated his life to spiritual practices and meditation. Explore more about Bogar Siddhar and his contribution to the Siddha Tradition.    Life of Bogar Siddhar    Bogar Siddhar...