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Nag Panchami Date 2024: This year Nag Panchami falls on 9th August, Friday. Nag Panchami, a festival deeply rooted in Hindu traditions and mythology, is a celebration dedicated to the worship of serpent deities. According to the Hindu calendar, Nag Panchami is celebrated on the 5th day of the (Shukla Paksha) in the holy month of Shravan (July-August). It revolves around the worship of snakes, known as Nagas, as divine beings worthy of admiration. On this day, people pay their respects to these serpentine gods, seeking their blessings for various aspects of life, including protection, prosperity, and harmony.  Mythological Reason ...

Navratri, the nine-night festival dedicated to the worship of the divine feminine, is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. In South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, one of the most distinctive and culturally rich traditions associated with Navratri is the display of Golu. This vibrant and artistic celebration brings communities together and highlights the region's deep-rooted customs and artistic heritage.  What is Golu?   Golu, also known as Bommai Golu or Kolu, is the festive display of dolls and figurines. These figurines are arranged in a tiered fashion on steps, typically ranging from three to eleven...

Navratri 2024 Date: Navratri begins on Thursday, October 3, 2024, and ends on Saturday, October 12, 2024.  Navratri, a Grand and auspicious Hindu festival spans nine nights and is dedicated to the worship of the divine feminine. The trinity of feminine powers—Shakti, Lakshmi, and Saraswati—is worshipped to receive their blessings. There is a total of four Navratris in a year, but only two—Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri—are celebrated widely. Navaratri symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the victory of light over darkness.  Significance of Navratri  The word Navratri comes from the Sanskrit words "nava," meaning nine, and "ratri,"...

Mahalaya Amavasya Date 2024: Mahalaya Amavasya falls on October 2, 2024. This Amavasya begins on the 2nd of October and ends at 12:40 AM on the 3rd of October. Mahalaya Amavasya, the new moon day filled with rituals and reverence, is a time for deep reflection and connection with our ancestors. This day is significant and sacred in the Hindu calendar. This special Amavasya (new moon) occurs in the Tamil month of Puratasi, which falls between September and October, during the end of the Mahalaya Paksha period or Pitru Paksha. Mahalaya Amavasya, also known as Sarvapitri Amavasya or Pitru Paksha Amavasya, is...

Tamil Nadu, with its rich tapestry of history, culture, and spirituality, is home to some of the most revered temples in India. Among these, three temples dedicated to different forms of the goddess Shakti—Thiruvudai Amman, Vadivudai Amman, and Kodivudai Amman—stand out for their spiritual significance. Goddess Shakti, the divine embodiment of feminine power and energy, represents the dynamic forces that move through the universe.  Mythological Story  According to Hindu Scriptures, one day Goddess Parvati playfully covered Lord Shiva's eyes for a moment, causing the world to be plunged into darkness. As a result, Shiva cursed her to be born on...