Every Morning, Do This ONE Thing As Told By Lord Krishna

Every Morning, Do This ONE Thing As Told By Lord Krishna To Have A Blissful Day

It is said that the thoughts you bring to yourself early in morning or at the time you wake up influence your mood, actions and results throughout the day. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to our thoughts and action when we wake up. In Bhagwad Gita, Lord Krishna has given a simple advice to all the devotees, following which they can experience a blissful day. Let''s check out what it is....

 The Saptrishis are born from my heart and are my reflection. A person who remembers their names each morning will spend the entire day happily, while his endeavours will meet with success.

So who are these Saptrishis and what are their names? Let's find out.

1) Vishwamitra

He wrote the Gayatari Mantra and as a teacher of Lord Ram and Lakshman, taught them Devastras - the knowledge and use of celestial weapons in war. Vishwamitra also mentored them in the killing of several demonic characters mentioned in the Ramayana. Legends speak highly of his teachings, including his concepts of heaven and hell, which is still beyond the reach of scientific discovery.2) Vashishta

He was the teacher of the four sons of King Dashratha. The teachings in which he answered Lord Rama's questions and illusions about the universe is known as the Yoga Vashista. He is supposed to have been born as the result of Brahma;s will-power and knew all the secrets of Vedas.3) Bharadwaj

He is the father of sage Dronacharya, which everyone knows was the teacher of Kauravas and Pandavas in Mahabharata.4) Agastya

The origins of Agastya are mythical as he has neither mother nor father. The legend goes that once gods Varun and Mitra were performing a yajna, where celestial nymph Urvashi appears. Overwhelmed by her magnetic sexuality, both ejaculate and their semen fell in a mud pitcher, which became the womb in which Agastya's foetus grew. 5) Bhrigu

He is one of the many prajapatis (the facilitators of creation) created by Lord Brahma and author of Bhrigu Samhita, an astrological classic. He was born from the mind of Brahma.6) Kashyapa

Do you know the region of Kashmir gets its name form Rishi Kashyap who meditated there? Scholars believe that Kashmir is derived from 'Kashyap Mir' or the 'lake of the sage Kashyap.'7) Atri

He is the last of Saptrishis and said to have been born from the tongue of Brahma.

According to Lord Krishna, if you remember these 7 names in the morning after waking up, your endevours throughout the day will meet with success.

Reference 

Sri Eswaran

What is Panguni Uthiram?

The full moon which occurs in the month of Panguni is Panguni Uthiram. This day falls in the period, March - April. It marks an important festival honoring Lord Muruga, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathy. He is an important god to Tamilians, so the festival is celebrated not only in Tamilnadu, but across the globe. The Tamil diaspora, settled in various parts of the world, celebrate this day with great enthusiasm.

The significance of Panguni Uthiram

Panguni Uthiram

This day is celebrated by both Shaivites and Vaishnavites. On this day, Lord Shiva married Lord Parvathy. Similarly, the wedding between Murugan and Deivanai also occurred on this day. Tamil literary works claim that the union between Lord Rangamannar and the poet Andal happened on this day. This day is also highly significant as it is the wedding day of Lord Rama and Goddess Seetha. Hence, this is a special day for celestial weddings.

The mythology behind Panguni Uthiram

Though there were other celestial weddings on this day, Panguni Uthiram is highly significant to Lord Muruga as he married Deivanai, daughter of Lord Indra, on this day. Also called Devasena in North India, she was raised by Indra’s white elephant, Iravat. All Murugan temples celebrate this day.

Jayantipura Mahatmya talks about the divine marriage between Lord Muruga and his consorts, Valli and Deivanai. According to the Skanda Purana, both Deivanai and Valli were destined to marry Lord Muruga. They were raised as sisters, Amrithavalli and Sundaravalli, and in later lives they were rechristened as Devasena and Valli, post their adoption by two different people, and were separated in their lives. Indra adopted the first daughter and a tribal king, the second daughter. When Muruga killed the evil Demons, he was married to Deivanai. Later, with his brother, Ganesha’s help, he married Valli and took her to Thiruthani.

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Rituals of Panguni Uthiram

The idols are beautifully decorated with jewels and flowers. Devotees cook a special feast and offer it as prasadam. They observe a strict fast as well and recite prayers and special chants like Kanda Shashti Kavasam, Kanda Puranam, etc.

Various Kavadis (burdens) are taken by devotees of the Lord to pay their tributes for his benevolence. Devotees flock to temples of Lord Muruga.

Lord Muruga abundantly blesses everyone, who firmly believes in him.

All the obstacles in life will be removed

Lord Muruga will reduce negativity in life, and bestow enormous prosperity.

Sri Eswaran 

Panguni Uthiram April 5, 2023

Panguni Uthiram April 5, 2023.: Date, Rituals, Significance And All You Need To Know About The Auspicious Tamil Hindu Festival

Panguni Uthiram is celebrated across many temples in South India. The auspicious occasion marks an important festival honoring Lord Muruga, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is commemorated on the full moon day when the Uthirim Nakshatra prevails in the month of Panguni.

Panguni Uthiram is an important annual observance for Tamil Hindus across the world. Commemorated on the day that Uthiram Nakshatra or Uthara Phalgun prevails in the month of Panguni, this observance is said to be a very auspicious day. Panguni Uthiram 2023will be celebrated on April 5, 2023.. Panguni Uthiram is said to be the day that various divine marriages took place. People, therefore, believe that Panguni Uthiram is the most auspicious day for marriages. As we prepare to celebrate Panguni Uthiram 2022, here is everything you need to know about this day, how to celebrate Panguni Uthiram, and more. 

When Is Panguni Uthiram April 5, 2023.?

Panguni Uthiram will be celebrated on April 5, 2023. . Panguni Uthiram is commemorated on the full moon day when the Uthirim Nakshatra prevails in the month of Panguni, which is the last month of the Tamil Calendar. The Uthirim Nakshatra’s prevalence will Holidays Calendar With Festivals & Events: Maha Shivratri, Holi, International Women's Day; Here's List Of All Important Dates And Indian Bank Holidays for the Month.

Significance Of Celebrating Panguni Uthiram 

Panguni Uthiram marks the day that several divine marriages took place. It is believed that various gods and goddesses were married on this day. It is the day that Goddess Parvati married Lord Shiva in the form of Gowri. Sri Deivayanai also married Lord Subramanian on this day. Panguni Uthiram is also said to be the day that Goddess Sita and Lord Ram were married. Many devotees also celebrate Panguni Uthiram as Mahalakshmi Jayanti. Panguni Uthiram is said to be the day that Goddess Mahalakshmi churned the milky ocean. 

While Tamil Hindus celebrate this day as a divine day of Gods and Goddesses coming together, there are other important mythological events that are also said to have been commemorated on this day. One key observance is of Lord Ayappa’s birthday. Lord Ayyappan is believed to have been born due to the union of Lord Shiva and Mohini and Panguni Uthiram is also celebrated as Lord Ayyappa Jayanti to mark his birth anniversary. Here’s wishing everyone a Happy and love-filled Panguni Uthiram 2023!

Sri Eswaran 

Benefits of Writing Sri Rama Jayam

Benefits of Writing Sri Rama Jayam.

1008 Times ‘Sri Rama Jayam’ Mantra Writing

You can write at any time of the day or on any day of the week

Pl ensure your body is clean,you had your shower,bath.

Your mind is clean and you are thinking of only Sri Rama when you write, that is the main objective of this writing.Do not watch TV and write just for the sake of writing it. It is of no use.

How many times should we write each time or day?

Start with writing 5 Times a day “Sri Rama Jayam” since we have 5 elements of the earth to be in sync.

Date Sri Rama Jayam Sri Rama Jayam Sri Rama Jayam Sri Rama Jayam Sri Rama Jayam

There is no specific number of times you should write each time or day.You can write each time say multiples of 5 or 9 like 9-18-27-36-45-54-63-72-81-90-99-108.108 is a magical number

Benefits of Writing Sri Rama Jayam

The act of writing ‘Sri Rama Jayam’ is important and keep his thoughts while doing so, is more important than the script, language or number, though for all longevity of the process a number in mind is planned while making a start

• Devotion of service of life and its varied forms is devotion to God. So there is no right or wrong way of writing this. The very thought and process to write is a connection with god and finds a inner meaning.

• It is a gateway to higher consciousness and spiritual upliftment. The chanting of Ram Mantra protects you with divine flow of energy transforming a balanced progress in your materialistic well being and spiritual wellness

• Sri Tulsidas writings say that ” If you place Ram naam in the tip of your tongue ( which is like the gate of the temple) then you will see both inside and outside shining with light ”

• “Shri Ram Jaya Ram Jaya Jaya Ram” is a siddha mantra and whoever uses it will reap a harvest that he himself can never expect. Numerous saints and ordinary people have benefited from this mantra from times immemorial. In this age of Kali Yuga it is a medicine which can fade away sins and all other unwanted things in life. It is advised that we chant Rama nama even when we visit Hanuman temples.

This gives one a complete sense of surrender to an inner conscience and peace while writing the golden words.

§ You can write this in any language of your choice. It is the connecting chords with the divine and your inner self.

§ In the olden days, the finished Rama Jayam books used to be buried in the foundations of the temples while under construction. It is believed that it used to add divine energisation to the Temples along with laying a strong foundation for a spiritual life of the writers.

§ It is believed that a calmness engulfs as one indulges in writing the Sri Rama Jayam bringing in more clarity of mind, tolerance and strength to withstand obstacles in life.

§ The mantra forms an unending stream of bliss and a inner noise proclaiming that the Universe is just expanding giving in more opportunities and prosperity.

§ As you write this matra – in small measures, every day, as and when possible, with due respect, it makes everything else of life’s needs fall in place automatically, just like a miracle of nature guiding its forces.

§ Ram is the beej mantra of Manipura chakra. This Manipura chakra is the psychic center of human body where Sanchit karmasare is stored. Ram nam writing helps to clean those karmas. It also helps to release suppressed emotions, negative samskaras from subconscious mind and unresolved issues of past.

Parvathi once asked Lord Shiva if there is an easy way to sing, narrate 1000 names of Vishnu (Vishnu Sahasranama). Lord Shiva said singing or narrating just 4 lines of Sri Rama Mantra-“Sri Rama Rama Ramethi” is equivalent to saying Vishnu Sahasranama.

This is referred to as Nama Sankeertanam.

Raama Raame[a-I]ti Raame[a-I]ti Rame Raame Manorame |

Sahasra-Naama Tat-Tulyam Raama-Naama Vara-[A]anane ||

Meaning:

1.By meditating on “Rama Rama Rama” (the Name of Rama), my Mind gets absorbed in the Divine Consciousness of Rama, which is Transcendental,

2. The Name of Rama is as Great as the Thousand Names of God (Vishnu Sahasranama).25 Benefits of writing The Holy Name Shri Ram Jayam

1. Helps you meditate on Sri Rama as you write.

2. Bring Inner Peace

3. Ego slowly vanishes

4. Patience develops as you write and write.

5. Listening skills improves

6. Calmness develops inside you

7. Anger slowly vanishes

8. Short Temperedness vanishes

9. Concentration increases you can study more at school-work better at office

10. Confidence increases

11. Courage increases to do what you want to do in life

12 . Inner Fear vanishes and you will now fear the unknown

13. Daily problems become easy to solve

14. Unsolved family problems you will solve them soon

15. Belief on God and Sri Rama increases which in turn increases your confidence

16. Self confidence increases

17. Domestic Financial problems will be solved increasing your savings

18. You will develop the mind to stop unnecessary spending( shopping under stress)

19. You can stop smoking in 21days by writing and listening Sri Rama Hanuman Chalisa

20. You can stop Drinking Alcohol and improve your health

21. You can stop many of your habits/addictions you want to stop

22. You will Eat less as your mind is not craving for food due to stress

23. Stress is reduced and under control by you

24. You will be Content all the time

25. You will be Happy all the time

 Mantra Writing is a spiritual technology that invokes the powerful transformative energy of Sri Rama in your life and bestows his blessings of spiritual and material abundance

Helps elevate you spiritually & mentally

Empowers winners’ consciousness

Alleviates suffering

Gives solace to an agitated mind

Defeats enemies, hostile forces & entities

Sri Eswaran 

Day Panchang for MalaysiaMarch 29, 2023

Day Panchang for Malaysia

March 29, 2023

23, Chaitra

Shukla Paksha, Ashtami

2080 Nala, Vikrama Samvata

Malaysia

29

March 2023

Wednesday

 Masik Durgashtami, Bhadra, Ravi Yoga, Aadal Yoga

Sunrise 07:14 AMSunrise Sunset 07:22 PMSunset

Moonrise 01:24 PMMoonrise Moonset 02:04 AM, Mar 30Moonset

Panchang

Tithi Ashtami upto 11:37 PMShukla Ashtami Nakshatra Ardra upto 10:37 PMArdra

NavamiShukla Navami PunarvasuPunarvasu

Yoga Shobhana upto 02:43 AM, Mar 30ⓘ Karana Vishti upto 10:31 AMⓘ

Atigandaⓘ Bava upto 11:37 PMⓘ

Weekday Budhawaraⓘ Balavaⓘ

Paksha Shukla PakshaShukla Paksha    

Lunar Month and Samvat

Shaka Samvat 1945 Shobhakrit Chandramasa Chaitra - Purnimanta

Vikram Samvat 2080 Nala Chaitra - Amanta

Gujarati Samvat 2079 Aananda    

Rashi and Nakshatra

Moonsign MithunaMithuna Nakshatra Pada Ardra upto 09:17 AMSecond Nakshatra Pada

Sunsign MeenaMeena Ardra upto 03:56 PMThird Nakshatra Pada

Surya Nakshatra Uttara BhadrapadaUttara Bhadrapada Ardra upto 10:37 PMFourth Nakshatra Pada

Surya Pada Uttara BhadrapadaFourth Nakshatra Pada Punarvasu upto 05:19 AM, Mar 30First Nakshatra Pada

    PunarvasuSecond Nakshatra Pada

Ritu and Ayana

Drik Ritu Vasant (Spring)Vasant Dinamana 12 Hours 07 Mins 58 Secs

Vedic Ritu Vasant (Spring)Vasant Ratrimana 11 Hours 51 Mins 38 Secs

Drik Ayana Uttarayana Madhyahna 01:18 PM

Vedic Ayana Uttarayana    

Auspicious Timings

Brahma Muhurta 05:39 AM to 06:27 AM Pratah Sandhya 06:03 AM to 07:14 AM

Abhijit None Vijaya Muhurta 03:19 PM to 04:08 PM

Godhuli Muhurta 07:21 PM to 07:45 PM Sayahna Sandhya 07:22 PM to 08:33 PM

Amrit Kalam 11:32 AM to 01:19 PM Nishita Muhurta 12:54 AM, Mar 30 to 01:42 AM, Mar 30

Ravi Yoga 10:37 PM to 07:14 AM, Mar 30    

Inauspicious Timings

Rahu Kalam 01:18 PM to 02:49 PMRahu Kalam Yamaganda 08:45 AM to 10:16 AM

Aadal Yoga 10:37 PM to 07:14 AM, Mar 30 Dur Muhurtam 12:54 PM to 01:42 PM

Gulikai Kalam 11:47 AM to 01:18 PM Bhadra 07:14 AM to 10:31 AM

Baana Raja upto 11:33 AMBaana    

Anandadi and Tamil Yoga

Anandadi Yoga Mushala upto 10:37 PMInauspicious Tamil Yoga Marana upto 10:37 PM

GadaInauspicious Marana

Jeevanama Half Life½ Netrama One Eye upto 10:37 PM𝟣

    Two Eyes𝟤

Nivas and Shool

Homahuti Shukra♀ Disha Shool NorthNorth

Agnivasa Akasha (Heaven) upto 11:37 PMHeaven Cloud Chandra Vasa WestWest

Patala (Nadir)ⓘ Rahu Vasa South-WestSouth-West

Bhadravasa Swarga (Heaven) upto 10:31 AMHeaven Cloud Kumbha Chakra SouthAuspicious

Shivavasa in Shmashana upto 11:37 PMShiva Linga    

with GowriShiva Linga    

Other Calendars and Epoch

Kaliyuga 5124 Years Lahiri Ayanamsha 24.188436Ayanamsha

Kali Ahargana 1871567 Days Rata Die 738608

Julian Date March 16, 2023 CE Julian Day 2460032.5 Days

National Civil Date Chaitra 08, 1945 ShakaIndian Flag Modified Julian Day 60032 Days

National Nirayana Date Chaitra 15, 1944 ShakaIndian Flag    

Chandrabalam & Tarabalam

Good Chandrabalam till next day sunrise for

MeshaMeshaMithunaMithunaSimhaSimhaKanyaKanyaDhanuDhanuMakaraMakara

*Ashtama Chandra for Vrishchika Rashi borns

*Ashtama Chandra for Vishakha last Pada, Anuradha and Jyeshtha borns

Good Tarabalam till 10:37 PM for

AshwiniAshwiniKrittikaKrittikaMrigashirshaMrigashirshaPunarvasuPunarvasuPushyaPushyaMaghaMaghaUttara PhalguniUttara PhalguniChitraChitraVishakhaVishakhaAnuradhaAnuradhaMulaMulaUttara AshadhaUttara AshadhaDhanishthaDhanishthaPurva BhadrapadaPurva BhadrapadaUttara BhadrapadaUttara Bhadrapada

Good Tarabalam till next day sunrise for

BharaniBharaniRohiniRohiniArdraArdraPushyaPushyaAshleshaAshleshaPurva PhalguniPurva PhalguniHastaHastaSwatiSwatiAnuradhaAnuradhaJyeshthaJyeshthaPurva AshadhaPurva AshadhaShravanaShravanaShatabhishaShatabhishaUttara BhadrapadaUttara BhadrapadaRevatiRevati

Panchaka Rahita Muhurta and Udaya Lagna

Panchaka Rahita Muhurta for the day

Good Muhurta - 07:14 AM to 08:15 AM

Mrityu Panchaka - 08:15 AM to 10:10 AM

Agni Panchaka - 10:10 AM to 12:16 PM

Good Muhurta - 12:16 PM to 02:26 PM

Raja Panchaka - 02:26 PM to 04:29 PM

Good Muhurta - 04:29 PM to 06:24 PM

Chora Panchaka - 06:24 PM to 08:17 PM

Good Muhurta - 08:17 PM to 10:17 PM

Roga Panchaka - 10:17 PM to 10:37 PM

Good Muhurta - 10:37 PM to 11:37 PM

Mrityu Panchaka - 11:37 PM to 12:25 AM, Mar 30

Agni Panchaka - 12:25 AM, Mar 30 to 02:34 AM, Mar 30

Good Muhurta - 02:34 AM, Mar 30 to 04:33 AM, Mar 30

Raja Panchaka - 04:33 AM, Mar 30 to 06:23 AM, Mar 30

Good Muhurta - 06:23 AM, Mar 30 to 07:14 AM, Mar 30

Udaya Lagna Muhurta for the day

MeenaMeena - 06:27 AM to 08:15 AM

MeshaMesha - 08:15 AM to 10:10 AM

VrishabhaVrishabha - 10:10 AM to 12:16 PM

MithunaMithuna - 12:16 PM to 02:26 PM

KarkaKarka - 02:26 PM to 04:29 PM

SimhaSimha - 04:29 PM to 06:24 PM

KanyaKanya - 06:24 PM to 08:17 PM

TulaTula - 08:17 PM to 10:17 PM

VrishchikaVrishchika - 10:17 PM to 12:25 AM, Mar 30

DhanuDhanu - 12:25 AM, Mar 30 to 02:34 AM, Mar 30

MakaraMakara - 02:34 AM, Mar 30 to 04:33 AM, Mar 30

KumbhaKumbha - 04:33 AM, Mar 30 to 06:23 AM, Mar 30

Sri Eswaran 

Sri Rama Navami 2023

Sri Rama Navami 2023

Introduction to Sri Rama Navami

Rama Navami, the 9th day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the Moon or bright fortnight) in the Tamil month of Chithirai (Mar- Apr), is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Rama, the arrival of the divine power on the earth plane. This day is also known as Chaitra Masa Shukla Paksha Navami and it falls on the last day of the Chaitra Navaratri (Vasant Navaratri) celebrations. This is the time to inundate ourselves with the spirit of Lord Rama.

Significance of Sri Rama Navami

Sri Rama Navami

Lord Rama is none other than Lord Vishnu and he is the 7th incarnation and is one of the widely worshipped Gods by the Hindu community. One of the greatest epics, Ramayana, unfolds the story of Lord Rama highlighting his character, virtues and morals. He was beautiful, gentle, soft-spoken, well- accomplished, possessed royal traits and was selfless. His fame, skills, valor and proficiency had no limits and were matchless. He was filled with compassion and was an embodiment of humanity. He was an epitome of love, an ideal son, brother, husband, friend and king. He is the personification of all the highest ideals of man. As a responsible king of Ayodhya, the character of Rama represents the glory of sacrifice and honesty.

Lord Vishnu took birth in this earth plane as Lord Rama in order to establish righteousness, defeat and destroy the evil forces and protect his devotees. The noblest teaching highlighted in the Ramayana is the paramount significance of righteousness in every human being’s life. Righteousness is the first step of spiritual evolution and nurturing this trait over a period unfolds the underlying divinity in a man. It is believed that the incarnation of Lord Vishnu in the human form as Lord Rama, is to institute or demonstrate the importance of the path of righteousness.

Mythology behind Sri Rama Navami

According to the epic Ramayana, during the Treta Yuga, Dasaratha, the king of the ancient Kingdom of Ayodhya lived with his wives Kausalya, Sumithra and Kaikeyi. To his dismay, he was childless or did not have an heir. The great sage Vashistha advised Dasaratha to perform the Putra Kameshti Yagna (ritual for blessing of progeny) to be blessed with a child. As per his advice, the king performed the yagna with the help of trained Vedic pundits in the presence of the special invitee, Maharishi Rishyasringa. At the end of the Yagna, Yagneshwara gave king Dasaratha, a bowl of divine porridge and asked him to distribute it to his wives. After few days, the queens conceived. On Navami ( 9th day) in the Chaitra month at noon Kausalya gave birth to Rama, Kaikeyi to Bharata and Sumitra to twin boys named Lakshmana and Shatrughna. This day is celebrated as Sri Rama Navami.

Rituals of Sri Rama Navami

On the day of Rama Navami, devotees offer their prayers to Lord Rama and also observe fast. As a tradition or practice, first prayers are offered to Sun god, as Lord Rama belongs to the Surya Vamsh (Sun dynasty), which is also called as Raghu Vamsh. As the Sun represents light and power, devotees worship the Sun god to gain his blessings and to fill their lives with his divine light. People sing bhajans in the name of the Lord, chant Rama Nama and read Ramayana. Chanting of Vedic hymns is an important part of the celebrations. Devotees undertake fasting to overcome all obstacles in life and find happiness in the material world. Fasting on this day can also help to purify soul, mind and body.

Vrat (Fasting) Procedure on Sri Rama Navami

Sri Rama Navami Vrat (fasting) is one of the important practices followed by the Hindus. Many devotees observe a day-long fast from the morning. Some people follow a liquid diet on that day and some may prefer to have a one-time meal. Food items like potatoes, garlic, ginger, onion etc. are generally avoided during fasting. Some people consume only fruits.

Sri Eswaran 

Rama Gayatri Mantra Benefits

Rama Gayatri Mantra 

Benefit (s) :

 Lord Rama who emerged on the Earth as a human being has showered mankind with numerous good things. Therefore reciting the Rama Gayatri Mantra with utmost devotion is beneficial for married couples and families for a prosperous and peaceful environment. It also helps one to overcome obstacles and dangers.

Married couples whom are constantly facing marital issues like arguments, disliking each other, rifts, lack of understanding and love for each other can recite the Rama Gayatri Mantra for conjugal bliss. Apart from that, those whom are facing 3rd party’s involvement in your marital life will also benefit by praying to Lord Rama. Moreover, childless couples and those wishing for a child (especially, a baby boy) can recite the Rama Gayatri Mantra. Those wishing to adopt a child (i.e., seeking adoption approvals and to bring home a good child) too can benefit greatly when the Gayatri Mantra of Lord Rama is chanted religiously.

Single girls wishing for a good husband as well as to get married soon, can also recite the Rama Gayatri Mantra along with the Sita Gayatri Mantra. Seeking the blessings of both Lord Rama and Goddess Sita before initiating your matrimonial search will also be very beneficial. Apart from that, individuals can also recite the Rama Gayatri Mantra for a successful wedding without any problems and obstacles.

Best Days To Chant (If you are unable to chant daily) : Poonarpusam Nakshatra days, Navami thithi days, Mondays, and on Saturdays

Best Day For Initiating This Mantra : Poonarpusam Nakshatra day or Chitra Paksha Navami thithi day

Best Time To Chant : Sandhya kala periods

Number of Times To Chant : 9, 11, 108, or 1008 times.

Who Can Chant This Mantra : Anyone regardless of their gender and age

How To Worship : You can either use the photo or yantra of Lord Rama. Alternatively, you can also use Lord Rama’s horoscope (Shri Rama Jathaka / Shri Ramar Jathagam).

To Attain Mantra Siddhi : 108 times for 45 days

Naivedya (Food Offerings) : Panakam, sweet pongal, or any sweet food item

Flowers : Any fragrant flowers can be offered

Chant This Mantra Facing : East

Japa Mala : One can use Tulasi japa mala or rosary beads made from clear quartz crystals.

The various versions of Rama Gayatri Mantra are given below :

Om Dharma-roopaya Vidmahe

Sathya Virathaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Rama Prachodayath

OR

Om Dhasaradhaaya Vidmahe

Sita Vallabhaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Rama Prachodayath

Sri Eswaran 

Why did Lord Rama offer his eyes to Durga

Why did Lord Rama offer his eyes to Durga.     

            According to Puranas, goddess Durga was mostly worshipped during the spring season. But the origin of Shardiye Navaratra owes its tradition to Lord Ram.

Widely Accepted Practice

"Ram's Akalbodhan during autumn came to be a most widely accepted practice,'' said Avneesh Mishra, a priest with the Vidhyachal Temple in Mirzapur.

The Legend According to Him

Sharing the legend behind it, he said: "In Ramayana, Rama went to Lanka to rescue his abducted wife Sita from the grip of Ravana, the king of demons in Lanka. Before starting for his battle with Ravana, Rama wanted the blessings of Devi Durga.''

Hundred Lotuses

Hundred Lotuses

Priest added that Lord Rama was aware that the goddess would be pleased only if she was worshipped with one hundred lotuses.

Eyes as one of the Lotus

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Eyes as one of the Lotus

After travelling the whole world, Rama could gather only 99 lotuses. He finally decided to offer one of his eyes, which resembled blue lotuses. Durga, pleased with the devotion of Rama, appeared before him and blessed him. Eventually, Ravana was killed.

The Orginal Tale

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The Orginal Tale

The story in Krittibas' Ramayan goes somewhat like this. Lord Rama of Ayodhya led an army of 'Banaras' (Monkeys) to wedge a war against the demon king Ravana who had stolen his wife Sita and had held captive in his palace in Lanka.

Ravana pleasing Shiva

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Ravana pleasing Shiva

In the midst of the war Rama suddenly noticed that Ravana is trying to please him by singing in praise for him. This made Rama more disheartened because now as Ravana had become a devotee of Rama, the latter could not kill him.

Disappointed

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Disappointed

The Gods and Goddesses too become disappointed. All the Gods and Goddesses assembled together and it was decided in the meeting that Goddess Saraswati should reside on the tongue of Ravana, making him say foul words to Rama.

Ravana was Slain

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Ravana was Slain

As this was done, soon a shaft of words from Ravana's mouth pierced Rama's ears and he at once took up arms against the demon king. The war started again and Ravana was slain into two halves by Rama.

It was Surprising

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It was Surprising

But to everyone's surprise, a boon from Brahma revived Ravana and he worshipped Devi Ambika to support him in his battle against Rama. Devi Ambika joined him and sat with him in his chariot.

Rescue Sita

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Rescue Sita

This made Rama poignant even more for he now knew it was quite impossible for him to kill the demon and rescue Sita. Seeing this, all the Gods and Goddesses now approached to Lord Vishnu who suggested that Rama had to pray for the blessings of Goddess Devi Chandika or Goddess Durga.

Worshipping Devi Chandika

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Worshipping Devi Chandika

Durga, mother of all, so that she would help him and take no offense in his killings. Rama started worshipping Devi Chandika but the Goddess could not be satisfied by his earnest prayers; she did not appear before Rama.

108 blue lotuses

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108 blue lotuses

Then Bibhishan suggested Rama that the latter should try once again to appease Goddess Durga by offering 108 blue lotuses. Summoned by Rama, Hanuman flew to Debidaha, the only place where one could find blue lotuses.

108 lotuses for his Lord

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108 lotuses for his Lord

And brought back 108 lotuses for his Lord. In halfway of his puja, as Rama was going to offer the flowers to the Goddess, he found out that there were 107 blue lotuses and not 108.

Human Incarnation of Lord Vishnu

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Human Incarnation of Lord Vishnu

Being the human incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Rama had to face the tests of mother superior Durga. To prove his devotion to the Goddess Durga and his intense love for his wife Sita, Rama promptly took his bow and arrow ready to pick one of his eyes .

Blue Lotus Eyes

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Blue Lotus Eyes

As all know he was born with lotus eyes and everyone regarded them as blue lotus eyes. His decision to pluck his beautiful blue eyes as a substitute for the 108th blue lotus made Devi Chandika or Durga appear in full form before him and stopped him from doing so.

Boon to Rama

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Boon to Rama

Devi Durga granted the boon to Rama that she would leave the side of Ravana so that he could kill the demon and rescue Sita. Rama had started the puja on the 6th day (Shashthi) of Ashwin and the Goddess appeared before him on the 8th day(Astami).

Between the day of Astami

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Between the day of Astami

At the meeting point between the day of astami(8th) and navami(9th) she entered into Ram's weapons and gave them required strength to kill Ravana. Ravana was killed on the day of Dasami.

Some other Tales

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Some other Tales

There are, however, some other stories behind the commencement of the autumnal worship of Devi Durga. This is not verified in puranas and is debated concept.

King Surath

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King Surath

According to Shree Shree Chandi, by orders of medhas rishi, King Surath (in order to get back his lost kingdom)and Samadhi Vaishya (in order to gain Brahmagyan) had inaugurated the worship of Devi Durga in autumn .

Uncustomary Time

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Uncustomary Time

This is the first instance of the Goddess being worshipped in the such a uncustomary time. The next instance tells that Lord Indra performed Akalbodhon or the untimely awakening of Devi Durga in autumn in order to kill Mahisasur.

Performed by Brahma

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Performed by Brahma

The third time, it was performed by Brahma, just before Rama did with the same purpose as the latter did. Hence we can say that, the story of Devi Durga's Akalbodhon is purely mythical in nature.

Sri Eswaran 

What to do on Ram Navami?

What to do on Ram Navami?

Ramnavami, or Ramanavami, is the birthday of Lord Ram and is celebrated by Hindus around the world. The method of celebration varies from region to region but fasting is an integral part of Ram Navami in most places. Lord Ram and Vishnu temples conduct elaborate pujas. Large scale community celebrations are organized in different parts of India which includes recitation of Ramayana and performances by folk artists. Maximum number of Rama Navami pujas take place in Hindu homes.

The rituals associated with Ram Navami starts on Chaitra 1 and ends on Ramnavami. Some devotees fast on all nine days but majority of the people fast only the Ramnavami day.

Those people who undertake fast on the day only eat food made using potatoes. Turmeric, garlic, onion and ginger are avoided. Another method of fasting is to eat only fruits or raw vegetables. There are also staunch Lord Ram devotees who undertake nirjala upvaas (fasting without water).

It is believed that Lord Ram was born at noon so many people break the fast at noon with the Puja ‘prasad.’

On the day, after thoroughly cleaning the house, idols or pictures of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman are installed in the puja room. Bananas, Tulsi leaves and usual flowers are placed near the deities.

An aarati is offered at noon and devotional bhajans are sung. A tika is applied and Gangajal is sprinkled the people present.

Usual sweets or coconut is distributed as Prasad.

The devotional songs sung include any one Ram Bhajan or Vishnu Sahasranama. Ramayana, especially the chapter Sudarkand, is recited on the day.

In South India, Ramnavami is observed for nine days and on the Ram Navami day people do elaborate puja and traditional fan (Visari) is distributed along with the ‘Prasadam.’ Food and drinks that cool the body are prepared on the day and is consumed after the fast.

Sri Eswaran 

The Meaning of Ram Navami

The Meaning of Ram Navami.

Ram Navami is the birthday of Bhagwan Shri Rama. On this beautiful birthday of Bhagwan Rama, let us ask ourselves the meaning of his birth. What lessons do we learn from the Ramayan, from the glorious example of Bhagwan Rama's life?

Bhagwan Rama exemplified the perfect person; he showed us how to embody the divine on Earth, how to live our lives in accordance with dharma and the divine principles.

The story of the Ramayan is a classic, eternal, universal message of dharma versus adharma, of deva versus demon.

Ravana was a brahmin; he was a great vedic scholar who wrote numerous works on scriptural philosophy. He was powerful, dynamic, and beautiful in appearance. As the brilliant, handsome king of Lanka he had everything one would need to be happy and peaceful. Yet, what made him a demon? He was arrogant, egoistic, greedy and lustful. His insatiable desires led him to crave more and more power, more and more money, and more and more beautiful ladies to fulfill his every whim.

Covetous desires can never be fulfilled, and the ceaseless quest for them brings only frustration. Therefore, regardless of how smart we are, how rich we are, or how beautiful we are, we are demons if our hearts are filled with anger and greed. This is, in essence, the difference between Bhagwan Rama and Ravana. Both were kings; both were learned in the scriptures; both were charismatic; both were beautiful. What makes Rama a god and Ravana a demon?

There is one main difference: Bhagwan Rama's heart overflowed with love, generosity, humility, and a sense of duty. Ravana's heart, in contrast, was filled with avarice, hatred, and egoism. Under Bhagwan Rama's divine touch, the animals became his devotees and his divine helpers. Under Ravana's touch, even humans became animals.

But we ask, how to be like Bhagwan Rama? How to be godly and peaceful and righteous? How to win the "war of Lanka" within ourselves? Bhagwan Rama has given us the perfect example through his life and his actions. The way to attain divinity, the way to be "perfect," the way to be in peace instead of pieces, is to follow his clear example.

Bhagwan Rama's primary message is: fulfill your duty without any selfish motives; put other people before yourself. When he was exiled to the forest, Bhagwan Rama did not complain, "but that's not fair." He did not fight back in anger. Rather, he helped his father fulfill a promise; he lived according to his duty as a son and as a future king. He did not once think about himself, his own comforts, his own "rights." Rather, he abided by his dharma and his duty.

Ravana's ego led to his own demise, first the demise of his spirit and heart and then the demise of his body. He thought he was the one who ran everything. He thought that he was the "doer" of it all. On the other hand, Bhagwan Rama was always humble, and he never took credit for anything. Even after he victoriously slew Ravana, he reported it to Sitaji only as, "and this is where Ravana died."

As we celebrate this holiday, as we revel in Bhagwan Rama's birth, let us ask ourselves, "Has the Rama taken birth inside us? Has the good in our hearts taken birth?" Ram Navami is not only a holiday about Bhagwan Rama. It is a holy day, about examining ourselves. Life is so short. We never know when the end will come. For how long do we want to let Ravana live in us? For how long do we want to be controlled by Ravana? We must give birth today to Bhagwan Rama in our hearts.

May God bless you all.

Sri Eswaran 

14 Days Ramayana Parayanam (Ramayana Scriptural Chanting)

14 Days Ramayana Parayanam (Ramayana Scriptural Chanting)

Ramayana, written by Sage Valmiki, extols the life journey of Rama. 

It consists of 24,000 verses divided into 500 cantos in seven books and covers the childhood of Rama (Bala-Kanda), Preparations for Rama’s coronation as a Prince of Ayodhya (Ayodhya-Kanda), exile life of Rama (Aranya-Kanda), meeting of Hanuman and search of Sita (Kishkindha-Kanda), Hanuman’s journey to Lanka to meet Sita (Sundara-Kanda), Battle between Ram and Ravana to rescue Sita (Yuddha-Kanda), Rama’s reign as the illustrious King of Ayodhya (Uttara-Kanda).

Sage Narada, in the Bala-Kanda, says reading or listening to this epic is equivalent to reading the Vedas and describes the blessings as follows:

Confers happiness, success, wealth, longevity & liberation

Helps dispel sins of current life & previous births

Alleviates problems & nurtures Dharma

Protects the family, ensures unity & grants good lineage

Safeguards against enemies, adversity & natural calamities

Bestows eloquent speech & name and position in society

Helps attain prosperity & property through righteous deeds

Removes worry & fear

Boosts health, fulfills desires & instills positive character traits

Sri Sri Eswaran 

RAMA NAVAMI(RAMA’S BIRTHDAY) CEREMONIES

RAMA NAVAMI

(RAMA’S BIRTHDAY) CEREMONIES

Access Rama’s Supreme Archetypal Royal

For Victory, Protection, Prosperity & Goal Achievement

Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023

Scriptural Glory of Rama: Embodiment of Power, Virtue & Prosperity

Royal Power of Rama for Victory, Protection & Material Abundance

On this holy occasion of Ram Navami, I wish that the blessings of Lord Ram be with you. Your heart and home be full of happiness, peace and prosperity. Happy Ram Navami. I hope that on this blissful occasion of Ashtami, Maa Durga blesses you and your family with joy, prosperity and a bright future.

Sri Sri Eswaran 

What to do on Ram Navami?

What to do on Ram Navami?

Ramnavami, or Ramanavami, is the birthday of Lord Ram and is celebrated by Hindus around the world. The method of celebration varies from region to region but fasting is an integral part of Ram Navami in most places. Lord Ram and Vishnu temples conduct elaborate pujas. Large scale community celebrations are organized in different parts of India which includes recitation of Ramayana and performances by folk artists. Maximum number of Rama Navami pujas take place in Hindu homes.

The rituals associated with Ram Navami starts on Chaitra 1 and ends on Ramnavami. Some devotees fast on all nine days but majority of the people fast only the Ramnavami day.

Those people who undertake fast on the day only eat food made using potatoes. Turmeric, garlic, onion and ginger are avoided. Another method of fasting is to eat only fruits or raw vegetables. There are also staunch Lord Ram devotees who undertake nirjala upvaas (fasting without water).

It is believed that Lord Ram was born at noon so many people break the fast at noon with the Puja ‘prasad.’

On the day, after thoroughly cleaning the house, idols or pictures of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman are installed in the puja room. Bananas, Tulsi leaves and usual flowers are placed near the deities.

An aarati is offered at noon and devotional bhajans are sung. A tika is applied and Gangajal is sprinkled the people present.

Usual sweets or coconut is distributed as Prasad.

The devotional songs sung include any one Ram Bhajan or Vishnu Sahasranama. Ramayana, especially the chapter Sudarkand, is recited on the day.

In South India, Ramnavami is observed for nine days and on the Ram Navami day people do elaborate puja and traditional fan (Visari) is distributed along with the ‘Prasadam.’ Food and drinks that cool the body are prepared on the day and is consumed after the fast.

Sri Sri Eswaran 

Lord Shiva’s Teachings

Lord Shiva’s Teachings for a Peaceful Modern Lifestyle

shiva

Materialistic Pleasures Are Temporary: Lord Shiva was never attached to wealth. He neither wore gold ornaments nor expensive clothes. He was least bothered about material possessions as he was an enlightened soul who found happiness in real things.

Patience, Persistence And Calmness: Shiva is a yogi. He sat and meditated for hours together. Patience, clarity of thought and wisdom are a product of a calm mind which is a result of meditation.

Suppress Negative Energy: Shiva is someone who had to consume poison and hold it inside him in spite of the pain. In fact, his name ‘neela-kantha’ signifies this act. The lesson here is to gain control over the negative side that exists in you with grace and power. In fact, this is a big lesson in anger management too.

Respect Women And Treat Them Equally: Shiva treated his better half Parvathi as his equal. They lived like two souls in a single body. One of the names of lord Shiva is ‘ardha- nareeshwara’ and it signifies the concept that Shiva and shakthi are inseparable and eternal.

Perceive things clearly and simply: The third eye of Shiva signifies vision that is beyond the ordinary. When you are able to look beyond what is evident you gain the power of superior perception.

Get rid of Ego: A person who successfully controls his mind, intellect and ego is enlightened. The ‘trishul’ that Shiva holds signifies the same.

Attention, Focus And Concentration: The meditative poses of Shiva are a lesson in unwavering attention, focus and concentration. Such qualities can propel us forward and takes us places.

Nothing Is Permanent: Shiva smears ash on his forehead and body. Ash signifies death and rebirth. Nothing is permanent in this world; death and birth are inevitable. This simple realisation would free us from sorrow.

Physical Fitness: In fact, the best fitness activity would be the Tandav dance of Shiva. Being particular about fitness and health is the lesson here.

Keep Your Head Cool: The water or Ganga that flows from the head of Shiva can be a good indication that your head must be cool always even when all kinds of emotions heat it up.

Benefits of Shiva Puja

Benefits of Shiva Puja

    Unmarried Women worship lord shiva to get married soon and may get an idol husband like Lord Shiva.

    Married women pray for the long life and the good health of their Husband and child.

    It is also believed that Monday is the day of Lord Shiva so while doing Shiva Pooja on Monday will bless you with good Husband and wife.

    Shiva Puja removes obstacles from life.

    Boots your Knowledge & Health.

    You will be blessed with prosperity, peace, Harmony and Marriage.

 When should we do Shiva Puja?

Worshipping Lord Shiva in the Sawan Month has much significance. As, Monday is the day dedicated to Lord Shiva so the Monday within the Saawan Month is most important to do Shiva Puja. To complete the Shiva Pooja keep fast on each Monday. Read Laghurudra, Maharudra and Atirudra Path on every Monday.

The day to please Lord Shiva is the monthly Shivratri, Ekadashi, Poornima, Amavasya, Month of Shravan, Teej and Mahashivratri Festival.

Why we should do Shiva Puja?

    Unmarried Girls do Lord Shiva fast which is known as 16 Somwar for the considered to be idol husband like Lord Shiva.

    Married Women keep fast for wellbeing and long Life of their Husband and childrens.

    To attain a satisfactory life make all offering to Lord Shiva.

    To become knowledgeable and intelligent light a lamp in the evening in front of Lord Shiva.

    To get a new vehicle please Lord Shiva by bathing him with Curd.

    To attain Salvation devotes should take bath in the Holly River like Ganga.

    To be blessed with Health wealth and Prosperity offer Honey, Ghee and Sugarcane to Lord Shiva.

    If the person makes offerings in the form of honey, ghee and sugarcane he would be blessed with wealth and prosperity

Why Shouldn’t We Put Shiva Ling At Home?

Most of the people have this question in their mind that weather to keep Shivalinga at home or not. People also have some myth behind it. But It is believed that if you are having a Shivlinga in the temple at your Home then You should do his Pooja by Following Proper Rituals like doing Abhishiek at a particular time and offering Naivedayam to him. It is also believed that if You are unable to do shiva Ahishiek Puja then Keep that Shivalinga at your Nearby Temple.

Rules of Shiva Puja

    Whenever you prepare Panchamirt, never keep Milk, curd in the Bronze metal.

    You should keep your fingers in water, milk ghee etc becoz Touching of nails makes it unauspicious.

    The flower of Champa should not be used in Shiva puja.

    The Bael Patra used in Shiva Puja should be of three uncut Leaves.

    In Shiva Puja always offer Coconut without breaking it.

    Tulsi Leaves are not offered to Lord Shiva or Parvati.

    Kumkum and Haldi are not offered to Lord Shiva.

    After Shiva Puja oblations should be thrown in the running water, Lake , sea and if not possible keep in the flower pot of your Home or trees except Tulsi or peepal.

    At the time of reciting Shiva Mantra always sit on Woolen clothes and offer Akshat and flowers to Shivalinga.

    Never use Steel utensils for Abhishiek.

    Never put the Shiva Abhishiek Water in the Tulsi.

Sri Eswaran 

Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra- Meaning And Amazing Healing Benefits

Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra- Meaning And Amazing Healing Benefits

Shiva is one of the principal deities of Hinduism. He is the Supreme Being, who creates, protects and transforms the universe. It is believed that Lord Shiva can be pleased easily and grants the boon to their devotees. Chanting mantra is one of the powerful ways to get connect with the divine and dedicate yourself to Lord Shiva. Mantras have psychological and spiritual powers and help us to bring harmony and peace to our life.

There are many mantras that are devoted to Lord Shiva and each mantra has its own set of benefits. Mahamrityunjaya mantra is one of them. It is one of the most significant mantras in Hinduism. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is also known as the Tryambakam Mantra, is a verse of the Rigveda. It addresses the Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva. It is also a great death-conquering Mantra. According to Shiv Puran, when you have fear of any unknown event this chant helps you to overcome the fear.

Om Try-Ambakam Yajaamahe

Sugandhim Pusstti-Vardhanam

Urvaarukam-Iva Bandhanaan

Mrtyor-Mukssiiya Maa-[A]mrtaat ||

Meaning:

1: Om, We Worship the Tryambaka (the Three-Eyed One),

2: Who is Fragrant (as the Spiritual Essence), Increasing the Nourishment (of our Spiritual Core);

3: From these many Bondages (of Samsara) similar to Cucumbers (tied to their Creepers),

4: May I be Liberated from Death (Attachment to Perishable Things), So that I am not separated from the perception of Immortality (Immortal Essence pervading everywhere).

Here is the word by word meaning of the mantra

Aum- is a sacred/mystical syllable in Hinduism.

Tryambakam- the third-eyed one (accusative case)

Yajamahe- we worship, adore, honor.

Sugandhim- sweet fragrance, fragrant (accusative case)

Pusti- A well-nourished condition, thriving, prosperous, fullness of life

Vardhanam- one who nourishes, strengthens, cause to increase (in health, wealth, well-being), who gladdens, exhilarates and restores health, a good gardener

Urvarukam-iva- like the cucumber or melon (in the accusative case) or like a big peach

Bandhanan- bound down

Mrtyormuksiya – free, liberate from death 

It is performed for Longevity

It is performed on Birthday occasion

It is also done for Extending life time

It is performed to cure Chronic Illness and to promote a Healthy life

Sri Eswaran 

Tara Devi Moola Mantra

Tara Devi Moola Mantra

The Tara Devi Moola Mantra is the Moola Mantra dedicated to Goddess Tara Devi. Tara Devi is the second Upasana Devi in Dasa Maha Vidyas. She has her own five auxiliary forms called Neela Saraswati, Ugradhara ( Ugra Tara ), Sukladhara ( Shukla Tara ), Neela Dhara ( Neela Tara ), and Chitra Dhara ( Chitra Tara). She helps worshipers to cross the ocean of family life i.e. the “Samsara Sagara” and hence, she is also called Tarini. Her Moola Mantra consists of a few beeja (seeds).

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Goddess Tara Devi

Tara is the Pranava Shakti “OM” and takes her abode in Manipoorka in human body. She is blue in color and she is depicted having four hands holding a scissors, sword, skull, and blue lotus flower respectively, symbolizing cutting of the perennial birth circle and ego on one hand and bestowing knowledge and bliss on the other hand.

It is believed by many that the worship of Tara came to us from Buddhism ; but, let us not forget that Buddhism was born out of Hinduism. In Buddhism, she is worshiped as the Goddess of Compassion. There is also another theory that Goddess Tara is the feminine form of Lord Rama – the incarnation of Lord Maha Vishnu who descended on Earth to kill the demon Ravanaeshwara.

Tantra Shastra stress that the Mantra Diksha (initiation) of the Tara Devi Mantra (Tara Mantra) should be taken preferably from a woman.

Yantra Of Goddess Tara Devi

The bhupura is of leaf green colour symbolizing balance. The petals are pink symbolizing shyness. Whereas, the upward pointing triangle is in vermilion color symbolizing rage and the violet/blue background represents Goddess Saraswati (wisdom / knowledge).

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Goddess Tara Yantra can be used to worship Tara Devi.

Tantra Of Goddess Tara Devi

The Tara upasana is done at the Manipura by concentrating on the Suddha Pranava : Om.

Benefits Of Praying To Goddess Tara Devi

The benefits of praying to Goddess Tara Devi are aplenty. Goddess Tara Devi is said to protect her devotees from all misfortunes in life and gives successive successes in all endeavors. It is believed that she is also a boon giver when she is worshiped with utmost devotion. Tara Devi also protects the people from the hurdles and dangers in sea travels and in holy pilgrimage.

The Tara Devi Moola Mantra given below will also help to avert enemies (chatru) and the problems caused by them. This mantra can also be chanted to prevent misunderstanding that can cause arguments, disputes, and hate between family and friends.

Tara Devi can also be worshiped by chanting the Tara Devi Moola Mantra to improve one’s intelligence and ability to grasp knowledge. The Tara Moola Mantra is a very powerful mantra to improve one’s intellect and knowledge. It also provides peace and tranquility. It reduces mental agony, relieves stress, and depressions. All those suffering from mental diseases can chant this mantra.

Parents can also chant this mantra on behalf of their children (either very young children or children with learning disabilities) by mentioning the Name, Rashi (Moon Sign), and Nakshatra (Birth Star) of the child in concern before reciting the Tara Moola Mantra.

Best Days To Chant Tara Devi Moola Mantra

If you are unable to chant the mantra on a daily basis, you may chant it on Thursdays. Apart from that, Panchami tithi and Full Moon Day also known as Purnima (Pournami) are also considered days auspicious to worship Goddess Tara Devi. You may also worship her during Vasant Panchami (Vasantha Panchami) and Navratri.

Best Day To Initiate The Tara Devi Moola Mantra

The best days to initiate the mantra are either on a Shukla Paksha Wednesday, on a Full Moon Day (Purnima / Pournami), on Vasanth Panchami (Vasantha Panchami), or during Navratri.

Best Time To Chant The Moola Mantra Of Tara Devi

The mantra should be recited during Brahma Muhurta. Apart from that, 6.00 a.m. – 7.00 a.m or during Buddha Hora

Number of Times To Chant The Tara Devi Moola Mantra

This mantra can be chanted for a minimum of 9 times on a daily basis. Apart from that, one can also chant it for 108 or 1,008 times.

Who Can Chant This Mantra

This powerful mantra can be chanted by anyone regardless of gender and age.

*Ladies should avoid chanting this mantra during their monthly menstrual cycles.

Attaining Mantra Siddhi Of The Tara Devi Moola Mantra

In order to attain mantra siddhi of the Tara Devi Moola Mantra, you must start chanting it starting from a Shukla Paksha Panchami or Shukla Paksha Wednesday or on a Full Moon Day (Purnima). The Tara Moola Mantra must be chanted for 1,008 times daily for a period of 91 days.

How To Worship Goddess Tara Devi ?

You can use the either the photo or yantra of Tara Devi (given above). Apart from that, you may also worship Goddess Tara Devi using either the Shri Chakra or Shri Maha Meru Yantra which is considered even more auspicious.

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Shri Chakra can be used to worship Goddess Tara Devi.

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Worshipping Goddess Tara Devi using the Shri Maha Meru is considered extremely auspicious.

Where To Chant The Tara Devi Moola Mantra

This mantra should be chanted facing the East while seated on either the Northeast or East quadrant of your house or puja room.

Naivedya / Nivedhyam / Prasadham (Food Offerings) For Tara Devi

One can offer sweet prasads such as sweet pongal and traditional sweets. Apart from that, pure cow’s milk sweetened with jaggery can also be offered as naivedya. Small quantity of honey (a tablespoon will do) or anything sweet made with honey too can be offered to Goddess Tara Devi.

Besides that, just a handful or a small piece of jaggery and/or rock sugar too can be offered as naivedya (nivedhinam) to Goddess Tara Devi.

Flowers / Plants For Tara Devi

Any fragrant white flowers such as Jasmine, White Champa, and White Rose can be offered (though, white lotus flower is most auspicious to Goddess Saraswati). Besides that, blue coloured flowers such Butterfly Pea too can be offered.

*Never ever offer artificially coloured flowers to Gods.

Japa Mala For Tara Devi Moola Mantra

You can use rosary beads (japa mala) made out of clear quartz crystal (spadika mala) or pearl or even moonstone for the japa of the Tara Devi Moola Mantra

The Tara Devi Moola Mantra is given below :

Om Hreem Streem Hum Phat

The Tara Moola Mantra in Hindi :

ॐ ह्रीम् स्त्रीम् हूम् फट्

The Tara Moola Mantra in Bengali :

ওং হ্রীং স্ত্রীং হূং ফট্

The Tara Moola Mantra in Gujarati :

ઑં હ્રીં સ્ત્રીં હૂં ફટ્

The Tara Moola Mantra in Kannada :

ಓಂ ಹ್ರೀಮ್ ಸ್ಟ್ರೀಮ್ ಹೂಂ ಫಟ್

The Tara Moola Mantra in Tamil :

ஓம் ஹ்ரீம் ஸ்த்ரீம் ஹூம் ப்பத்

The Tara Moola Mantra in Telugu :

ఓం హ్రీం స్త్రీం హూం ఫట్

Sri Eswaran 

How Lord Muruga is Worshipped

How Lord Muruga is Worshipped

Lord Murugan is worshiped in a significant and grand manner. The festival of Skandha Sashti Vritham lasts for six days, starting with the day following the new moon of Aswin and is extremely an important celebration of Lord Muruga.

Some devotees observe partial or full fast on each Sashti day and throughout the Skanda Sashti period.

Vaikasi Visakam is celebrated as the birthday of Murugan in the Tamil month of Vaikasi (May - June)

Thiru Karthikai in November - December, Thaipusam festival in January - February, and Pankuni Uttiram festival in March - April are other festivals associated with Subramanya Swamy.

In Kanda Puranam, Saint Vasistha has said that if one worships Lord Muruga on Friday and fasts on that day all his wishes gets fulfilled. By worshiping the Karthigai star on which Lord Muruga was born and observing a fast, one’s problem will be removed and will be liberated from all tensions.

Puranas says that Lord Muruga taught language Tamil to Saint Agasthiar where he sat himself as the leader for the academy of poets and the language flourished. Accordingly he is called the God of Tamil.

Kavadi 

Taking ‘Kavadi’ to please Lord Muruga is also considered to be another important worship of Lord Muruga. The devotee takes a vow to live the life of an ascetic for a particular period and the travel ends to the temple of Lord Muruga by bare foot bearing the Kavadi. Devotees can carry different varieties of Kavadi like flower, milk paneer etc. But usually devotees carry a semi-circled Kavadi with decorated canopy supported by a wooden rod to the temple of Lord Muruga where special prayers are offered.

Sri Eswaran 

Murugan Gayatri Mantra benefits

Murugan Gayatri Mantra

benefit (s) :

 Lord Murugan is also known as Skanda, Kandha, Subramanya, Shanmukha, Saravana, Karthikeya, Guha, and Velayutha among others. The Murugan Gayatri Mantra is a divine mantra which gives protection for the reciter. It is also chanted to avoid as well as negate all kind of ill effects and black magic.

Apart from that, the Murugan Gayatri Mantra is also a victory mantra. It gives you the ability to win over your enemies and rivals. It also gives you the strength and courage to face your enemies.

Those suffering from legal cases and pending arbitration can chant this mantra and benefit greatly.

Praying to Lord Murugan also makes one very brave, courageous, prevents nervousness, and makes one intelligent. Besides that, chanting of the Murugan Gayatri Mantra also prevents ill luck, evil-eyes, nightmares, and protection from evil spirits and curses.

Also, those taking part in competitions, quiz, contests, sports, et cetera can also chant this mantra dedicated to Lord Muruga.

Besides that, individuals suffering from Kuja Dosha (also known as Manglik Dosha or Sevvai Dosham) can also benefit greatly by chanting this particular mantra as Lord Muruga is the guiding God of Mars. Individuals suffering from unfavourable position of the planet Mars (Kuja / Mangal) or due to bad Mars Dasa (also known as Kuja Dasa, Mangal Dasa, and Sevvai Dasa) and Mars Bhukthi (also known as Kuja Bhukthi, Mangal Bhukthi, and Sevvai Bhukthi) can seek the blessings of Lord Murugan by chanting the Murugan Gayatri Mantra to negate the evil effects caused by Mars.

Moreover, constant chanting of the Murugan Gayatri Mantra is also said to bless a person and his/her family with success, victory, good fortune, good health, lot’s of wealth, and peace. According to Skanda Purana, when the mantra of Lord Murugan are constantly chanted, the chanter will be bestowed with all kinds of spiritual powers especially knowledge and courage.

Pregnant ladies can also chant the Murugan Gayatri Mantra for the protection of the fetus (also spelled as foetus) in the womb and for a safe baby delivery. Childless couples that are trying for a baby can also seek the blessings and grace of Lord Murugan by chanting this mantra with utmost devotion.

Students can also benefit greatly by chanting the Murugan Gayatri Mantra before starting their daily revisions. It is believed that, when the mantra is chanted religiously, it helps to improve one’s concentration and memory. Apart from that, constant chanting of this mantra will also benefit students for success in exams, sports, competitions, and will be helpful in their educational progress. Parents of very young students can recite the mantra on behalf of their children.

Lord Murugan is also known as Lord Karthikeya, Lord Skanda, Lord Shanmukha, and Lord Subramanya and his grace can be received by chanting the Murugan Gayatri Mantra religiously.

Lord Murugan is also known as Lord Karthikeya, Lord Skanda, Lord Shanmukha, and Lord Subramanya and his grace can be received by chanting the Murugan Gayatri Mantra religiously.

Best Days To Chant This Mantra (If you are unable to chant on a daily basis) : Tuesdays, Krittika/Karthigai and Pushya/Pusam Nakshatra days, and on Purnima/Pournami (Full Moon Days)

Best Day To Initiate This Mantra : Full Moon Day (Pournami / Purnima) or Tuesdays

Best Time To Chant This Mantra : Early morning and evening

Number of Times to Chant : 11, 108, or 1008 times

Who Can Chant This Mantra : Anyone regardless of gender and age

How To Worship : You can either use the Murugan Yantra or the photo of Lord Murugan

To Attain Mantra Siddhi : 108 times for 48 days (1 mandala)

Chant This Mantra Facing : East

Naivedya / Prasadham (Food Offerings) : Panchamirtham (also spelled as Panchamirdham, Panchamrutham, or Panchamrit) which is a mixture of mashed bananas, jaggery, raisins, cashew nuts, and dates. Apart from that, you can also offer sweet food items or fruits.

Flowers : Any fragrant red flowers

Japa Mala : You can use rosary beads made out of clear quartz (spadika mala) or Rudraksha mala or Tulasi mala (rosary beads made out of the bark of basil) 

The following are the different versions of Murugan Gayatri Mantra :

Om Karthikeyaaya Vidmahe

Valli-nadhaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Skanda Prachodayath

or

Om Karthikeyaaya Vidmahe

Siki-vahanaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Skanda Prachodayath

or

Om That-purushaaya Vidmahe

Mahaa Senaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Shanmukha Prachodayath

or

Om That-purushaaya Vidmahe

Maha Senaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Skanda Prachodayath

or

Om Karthikeyaaya Vidmahe

Siki-nadhaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Skanda Prachodayath

or

Om Karthikeyaaya Vidmahe

Sakthi Hasthaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Skanda Prachodayath

or

Om Kukkudaath Dhvajaaya Vidmahe

Sakthi Hasthaaya Dhimahi

Thanno Subramanya Prachodayath

Sri Eswaran 

Why is Milk Abhishekam Murugan ?

Why is Milk Abhishekam Murugan ?

Paal abhishekam or pouring of milk on the murti (idol) of Muruga is an important ritual in all Murugan Temples. The ritual has its origin in the Palani Muruga Temple. But why is the milk abhishekam performed?

The murti worshipped at the Palani Murugan Temple is believed to have been created by Siddhar Bogar from nine poisons (Nava Bashanam). He mixed nine deadly poisons and created a medicine which could cure all diseases of Kali Yuga (the present era).

But the medicine could not be taken directly. So Siddhar created the murti of Muruga out of the medicine.

To extract the medicine from the murti, milk abhishekam is performed. The milk poured on the murti absorbs medicine. It then contains medicinal properties. The milk is then collected by devotees.

Sri Eswaran