Spiritual

Navratri is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India, spanning nine days and honoring the goddess Durga in her various forms. Derived from Sanskrit, the word “Navratri” means “nine nights” (nava – nine, ratri – nights). This festival is a time of devotion, fasting, spiritual reflection, and joy, offering an opportunity to…

Rudraksha beads, revered in Hinduism and other spiritual traditions, are seeds of the Elaeocarpus ganitrus tree, commonly found in the Himalayan region. These beads are believed to possess significant spiritual, medicinal, and astrological properties. The term “Rudraksha” is derived from the Sanskrit words “Rudra” (a form of Lord Shiva) and “Aksha” (eye), implying that these…

Gautam Buddha, also known as Siddharth Gautam, was a spiritual leader and the founder of Buddhism. His life and teachings have profoundly influenced millions of people across the globe for over two millennia. Born in the 6th century BCE in Lumbini, Nepal, his life journey from prince to ascetic to enlightenment exemplifies a timeless quest…

Ram Navami, a significant festival in Hinduism, celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, one of the most revered incarnations of the God Vishnu. Observed with great enthusiasm and devotion by millions of Hindus worldwide, Ram Navami falls on the ninth day of Chaitra month in the Hindu calendar. This auspicious occasion not only marks the…

ॐ निलान्जन समाभासं रविपुत्रं यमाग्रजम। छायामार्तंड संभूतं तं नमामि शनैश्चरम॥ Shani Gayatri Mantra ऊँ भगभवाय विद्महैं मृत्युरुपाय धीमहि तन्नो शनिः प्रचोद्यात् Shani Dosh Nivaran Mantra ऊँ त्रयम्बकं यजामहे सुगंधिम पुष्टिवर्धनम। उर्वारुक मिव बन्धनान मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मा मृतात।। In Hindu mythology, there’s a powerful deity called Shani Dev, also known as Lord Shani or Saturn. He’s often…

Ashtavinayak refers to a pilgrimage circuit of eight temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. These temples are located in the state of Maharashtra, India. Each of the eight temples has a unique idol of Lord Ganesha, and the pilgrimage is considered auspicious among devotees. Lets start Lord Ganesha…

॥ जय जय रघुवीर समर्थ ॥ Presenting Manache Shlok – Part 4, comprising the succeeding verses from 159 to 205, continuing the spiritual wisdom crafted by the esteemed 17th-century Marathi saint and poet, Shree Samarth Ramdas Swami. Manache Shlok जेणे मक्षिका भक्षिली जाणिवेची। तया भोजनाची रुची प्राप्त कैची॥ अहंभाव ज्या मानसीचा विरेना। तया ज्ञान हे…

॥ जय जय रघुवीर समर्थ ॥ Presenting Manache Shlok – Part 3, comprising the succeeding verses from 106 to 158, continuing the spiritual wisdom crafted by the esteemed 17th-century Marathi saint and poet, Shree Samarth Ramdas Swami. Manache Shlok बरी स्नानसंध्या करी एकनिष्ठा। विवेके मना आवरी स्थानभ्रष्टा॥ दया सर्वभुतीं जया मानवाला। सदा प्रेमळू भक्तिभावे निवाला॥१०६॥…

॥ जय जय रघुवीर समर्थ ॥ Manache Shlok – Part 2 features the continuation of verses, encompassing shlokas 53 to 105, from the profound collection composed by the 17th-century Marathi saint and poet Shree Samarth Ramdas Swami. Manache Shlok सदा आर्जवी प्रीय जो सर्व लोकीं। सदा सर्वदा सत्यवादी विवेकी॥ न बोले कदा मिथ्य वाचा त्रिवाचा।…

॥ जय जय रघुवीर समर्थ ॥ The first 1 to 52 shlokas of Manache Shlok, a collection of verses by the 17th-century Marathi saint and poet Shree Samarth Ramdas Swami, are presented in Manache Shlok – Part 1. Manache Shlok गणाधीश जो ईश सर्वां गुणांचा। मुळारंभ आरंभ तो निर्गुणाचा॥ नमूं शारदा मूळ चत्वार वाचा। गमूं…

The Gayatri Mantra, a sacred and revered hymn from ancient Hindu scriptures, holds a special place in the hearts of millions around the world. Composed in the ancient Sanskrit language, this mantra is more than just a sequence of words—it is a powerful invocation, a spiritual journey, and a timeless expression of devotion. In this…