Chaitra Navratri 2015

Chaitra Navratri in 2015 (Vasant Navratri 2015) will begin from 21st of March to 29th of March, also known as Basant Navratri or Chaitra Navratri. The ninth day of Vasant Navratri overlaps with Ram Navami, hence it is also considered as Ram Navami at some places.

Navratri is alienated into sets of three days to worship three different aspects of the uppermost goddess or goddesses. During Navratri, different forms of mother Goddess are worshiped. On the first three days, people worship the goddess Durga (to bring energy & vitality) is worshiped. The next three days are devoted to Lakshmi (to bring immense wealth). And for the last three days, the devotees worship Saraswati (to impart one with right knowledge).

In order to seek blessings of Goddess Durga, devotees read the holy book Durga Saptashati (all 9 days of Chaitra Navratri). On the eighth and ninth day, Yagna or hawan is conducted to honour Goddess Durga to offer her departure. Our culture follows the tradition of serving food (Puri, Shrikhand, basundi) and offering some gifts or money to girls called as Kanyas. Kanyas meant girls who are unmarried. They are considered as Goddess Durga, and the offerings take place on 8^th day of Chaitra Navratri. In some regions, a young boy also complements them who represent Bhairav; he is considered as protector against all evils. Fast is observed by devotees during all the nine days of Navratri. Prayers are also offered for good health and prosperity throughout these days.

Auspicious Dates of Chaitra Navratri in 2015

Vasant Navratri Day 1 - Ghatsthapana - 21 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 2 - Sindhara Dooj, Dwitiya - 22 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 3 - Gaur Teej, Saubhagya Teej, Tritiya - 23 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 4 - Varadvinayak Chaturthi - 24 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 5 - Sri Laxmi Panchami Vrat, Naag Vrat Pujan - 25 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 6 - Skand Shashthi, Yamuna Jayanti - 26 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 7 - Mahasaptami Vrat, Chaiti Chat, Vijaya Saptami - 27 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 8 - Sri Durga Mahaashtami, Annapurna Ashtami - 28 March 2015
Vasant Navratri Day 9 - Vasant Navaratri ends, Ram Navami - 29 March 2015

Mahashivratri 2015, Festival of Lord Shiva

(Anauspicious time to receive blessings from Lord Shiva)

Whenever his beloved devotees run into predicaments, Lord Shiva pleased with their devotion Himself destroys their troubles. Maha Shivratri (The great night of Shiva) is one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals, celebrated every year on the thirtieth night in the Krishna Paksha in February. It’s the night when devotees worship and offer prayers to Shiva who destroys the darkness of ignorance.

Many mythological legends shed light on the significance of this festival. Maha Shivratri connotes the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and His consort Shakti aka Goddess Parvati. The festival is also marked to honor Tandava, the cosmic dance.

One of the legends says that Shiva rescued the world from a great annihilation which was caused by a poison emanating from Samudra Manthan; the churning of the sea. Shiva drank the poison holding it in his throat with yogic powers. As a result his neck turned blue and henceforth he was called Neela Kantha, Neela means blue and Kantha means throat.

The most famous mythological tale is about a hunter. A tired hunter of Varanasi after killing game birds sat down below a tree to rest in an evening. He woke up and found it was all dark around him. He didn’t know that it was the night of Maha Shivratri. He climbed up the tree and tied the bund of game birdd to a branch. A Lingam stationed under the tree could not come to his notice. And the tree was Lord Shiva’s favorite, the Bilva tree. Accidently, he plucked and dropped a few leaves. Also, dew that formed on his body too trickled along with the leaves down onto the Lingam. Such an event pleased Lord Shiva. Later in life, the hunter died calling the death god Yama who decided to take him to Hell. At the same time, Lord Shiva sent his messengers to take the hunter to Him. A great fight between the men of Yama and Shiva ensued leading the defeat of Yama. At the request of Shiva’s devotee Nandi, Yama surrendered the hunter to Shiva learning that no devotees should be touched without the divine consent of Lord Shiva.

Maha Shivratri witnesses huge convergences and congregations at Shiva’s temples wherein devotees engage in scared rituals pouring water/milk onto the Shiv Ling in order to please Him. When pleased, the Lord blesses them the fulfillment of all desires.

The Shiva Purana mentions the rituals and prayers to be performed on this day. The Ling should be offered milk, honey and water. Vermilion paste signifying divine virtue should be marked on the Ling followed by the presentation of fruits, incense sticks, a lamp and betel leaves.

Anyone can perform this simple rite and please Lord Shiv who always blesses His devotees!

Ruby Gemstone and its Benefits

Ruby is one of the most ancient and beautiful gemstone among the Navratna. The word Ruby is derived from the Latin word 'Rufus'. The Ruby gemstone has been a popular gemstone in almost all ancient civilizations since the last 2500 years. Ruby is known as Manik in Hindi, owing to it's popularity the Ruby Gemstone is also known as 'Ratnaraj' meaning the king among Gemstone.

The color of the Ruby gemstone varies from the shades of pink to blood red. In Vedic Astrology the Ruby gemstone is ruled by the planet Sun or Surya Dev. The Ruby gemstone blesses the wearer with name, fame and wealth. The stone is highly recommended to individuals who aspire to hold high offices or budding actors and politicians. Doctors, lawyers and engineers should also wear Ruby for professional growth.

Wearing a Ruby gemstone induces vigor in an individual and elevates him to positions of power. Ruby also blesses the wearer with wisdom, knowledge, good health and self-confidence and more. The Ruby gemstone also dispels all negativities and attracts positivity and enhances financial stability.

Ruby is highly recommended to individuals that have a weakly placed Surya in their horoscope or to individuals who are suffering from Surya Dosha or have an imbalanced Manipura Chakra. On a therapeutic level the Ruby gemstone provides relief from indigestion, lethargy, gastric ulcer, weight problem, liver issues, arthritis and diabetes.

Yantras and their Benefits

Yantras meaning machines are sacred tool that help devotees achieve divine blessing and various objectives. Yantras are sacred geometries which when activated through specific Beej mantras provide the desired results. Different Yantras are used for different purposes, such as Kuber Yantra is used for acquisition of wealth whereas Mahamritunjaya Yantra is used for protection and more. 

Yantras are geometric representation of Mantras and installing a Yantra is as good as chanting of the said Mantra. Yantras when placed at home or office disperses negativity and negative energies and attracts positivity. Yantras are available in different sizes and designs such as pocket Yantra, locket Yantra, desktop Yantra and more. 

Maha Yantras are powerful combination of similar Yantras which are used for a specific purpose. Examples for Maha Yantras are Sarvasiddhi Yantra, Shree Sampoorna Mahalaxmi Maha Yantra, Sarva Karya Siddhi Maha Yantra and more. Depending upon the two dimensional or three dimensional nature Yantras are classified as Bhu and Meru, where Meru are three dimensional in nature.  

Yantras are etched, drawn, incised or painted on various surfaces and materials such as copper, gold, silver, bhojpatra, ground and more. The installation of the Yantra in homes or workplaces is known as ‘Pranaprathishtha’ of the Yantra. Some of the most popular types of yantras are Laxmi Yantra, Ganesh Yantra, Kuber Yantra, Akarshan Yantra, Mahamritunjay Yantra, Kaal Sarp Yantra, Navgrah Yantra, Durga Yantra and Hanuman Yantra. For more information or buy Yantras visit here : http://www.rudraksha-ratna.com/yantra.html 

Navratri 2014 – The Nine Nights Festival

Navratri - Navdurga Festival 2014

Navratri 2014, the nine day grandeur festival dedicated to Goddess Durga will be celebrated from September 25^th till October 3^rd in 2014. During the Navratri festival which means nine nights, 9 forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped and revered. The period of Navratri is considered as most auspicious to worship the divine mother Goddess Durga and do Shakti Sadhanas.

During the festival of Navratri, for nine consecutive days and nights devotees fast, offer ritualistic Navratri Puja and also become part of colorful celebrations. The festival of Sharad Navratri is celebrated during the Hindu calendar month of Ashwin which is around September-October as per Gregorian calendar. The festival of Navratri is celebrated all across India with some variations.

During the nine days of Navratri, Goddess Durga is worshipped in Her nine forms namely Goddess Shailputri, Goddess Brahmacharini, Goddess Chandraghanta, Goddess Kushmanda, Goddess Skandamata, Goddess Katyayani, Goddess Kalratri, Goddess Maha Gauri and Goddess Siddhidatri. After nine days the festival of Navratri ends on the day of Dusshera or Vijayadashami.

During the nine days of Navratri, the first 3 days are dedicated to Goddess Durga, the second third to Goddess Lakshmi and the final third to Goddess Saraswati. On the ninth day of Navratri, ‘Kanya Puja’ is done when nine young girls symbolizing the nine Goddesses are worshipped and fed.  

Shravan Maas in 2014

Shravan Month Festival 2014

Shravan Maas is the fifth month in the Hindu calendar. In 2014, as per Gregorian calendar Shravan Maas will commence on 13 July and will last till 25 August 2014. During this month, on the full moon day the Shravana Nakshatra rules the sky, thus the whole month gets its name as Shravan Maas or month. The month of Shravan, often referred to as Sawan is the holiest month of the year as the entire month is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Many ancient Vedic texts speak about the importance and auspiciousness of the holy month of Shravan.

Each day of the Shravan month is considered auspicious more so Mondays (Somvars) are considered as the best days to fast and to worship Lord Shiva. Numerous festivals are celebrated during the month of Shravan such as Nag Panchami, Krishna Janmashtami, Raksha Bandhan and many more. It’s highly auspicious to wear Rudraksha In the month of Shravan and offer worship and do abhishekam for Lord Shiva using Bel Patra, Milk, Ganga Jal, Curd, Ghee, Honey, Sugar, Coconut Water, Sugarcane Juice, Lotus flowers, Datura fruit and much more.

During the Shravan Month and especially on Shravan Mondays devotees throng to Shiva temples big and small to offer prayers to Lord Shiva and seek health, wealth and prosperity. Various Pujas such as Shravan Maas Shiv Pujan, Laghu Rudra Abhishekam, Maha Rudra Abhishekam, Shiva Mantra Japa, Maha Mritunjaya Mantra Japa are offered to Lord Shiva during the month of Shravan. During Shravan Maas, women observe fast on Mondays and recite the Shravan Somvar Vrat katha so as to find a good husband.
        As per Legends it was in the month of Shravan that the Samudra Manthan took place. And it was on a Monday in the month of Shravan that Lord Shiva drank the Halahala poison that emerged from the Samudra Manthan. Shravan Maas is also an excellent time to get in touch with one’s spiritual side, do meditation and Mantra Japa especially Maha Mritunjaya Mantra and the Maha Mantra ‘Om Namah Shivaya’.

Hanuman Jayanti Festival 2014

Hanuman Jayanti

Lord Hanuman is one of the most worshipped and revered Gods in Hinduism. Lord Hanuman himself an incarnation of Lord Shiva is an ardent devotee of Lord Ram, who is the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Lord Hanuman is worshipped for both physical and mental strength, devotion, perseverance and knowledge. Lord Hanuman is the son of Vayu Dev (Wind God); He is known by many other names such as Bajrang Bali, Maruti, Kesari Nandan, Anjaniputra and many more.

There are numerous legends and mythology associated with Lord Hanuman such as when Lord Hanuman was a kid he mistook the sun as a mango and tried to eat it. One of the names of Lord Hanuman is Sankat Mochan meaning the remover of obstacles. Lord Hanuman is provider of courage, knowledge, strength and valor to His devotees.

In Ramayana Lord Hanuman helped Lord Rama by searching for Maa Sita and finally locating Her in Lanka. Lord Hanuman also killed many demons and set Lanka on fire. Lord Hanuman helped make the bridge to Lanka. In Lanka Hanuman killed Ahiravan to save Lord Ram and Laxman. Lord Hanuman also saved Laxman’s life by bringing Sanjeevani butti when he was hit by Indrajit’s arrow.        

Lord Hanuman is immortal as He has received the blessings of immorality from Lord Ram. Lord Hanuman is the bravest of the brave, strongest of the strong and wisest of the wise. Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated as the birth day of Lord Hanuman. It’s celebrated in the Chaitra month of the Hindu calendar. In 2014 Lord Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on 15^th April.  

Chaitra Navratri Festival and Durga Puja

Chaitra Navratri is also known as Vasant or Basant Navratri. Chaitra Navratri as the name suggests is celebrated in the Hindu calendar month of Chaitra, during the Shukla Paksha. Chaitra Navratri coincides with Ram Navami and hence is also known as Rama Navratri. Navratri literally means nine nights, these nine nights are dedicated to worship of nine incarnations of Goddess Durga.
Chaitra Navratri is celebrated on the first nine days of the Hindu calendar month of Chaitra. The nine incarnations of Goddess Durga that are worshipped during the Chaitra Navratri are Goddess Shailputri, Brahmcharni, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalratri, Mahagauri and Siddhidatri. Chaitra Navratri is one of the best periods to worship Goddess Shakti and to chant Durga Suktam.
During Chaitra Navratri devotees observe strict fast and worship Maa Durga with devotion. According to the Brahma Purana on the first day of Chaitra month Lord Brahma started creating the universe. Chaitra Navratri is celebrated with dedication and devotion especially in North India. During the Navratri Puja the first three nights Goddess Durga is worshipped, on the next three nights Goddess Laxmi and on the last three nights Goddess Saraswati is worshipped.

On the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri, Kanya Puja is done in which nine young girls (who haven’t attained puberty) representing the nine Goddesses are worshipped and fed. Durga Stuti ‘Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu shri rupen sansthita namas tasye namas tasye names tasye namo namah’ is recited during the Navratri to worship and revere Goddess Durga.

Mahashivratri Festival 2014

Mahashivratri is celebrated yearly by all Shiva devotees in the month of Phalguna according to the Hindu calendar. Maha Shivaratri 2014 will be celebrated on 27^th of February.  On the day of Mahashivratri devotees observe a strict fast and make it a point to visit a Shiva temple. Bhajans and Mantras dedicated to Lord Shiva are sung and chanted with dedication on this day.

On the day of Mahashivratri Shiva temples big and small are decorated to the hilt. One can find long serpentine queue of devotees at all Shiva temples on the day of Mahashivratri. Devotees perform Shiva Abhishekam using sacred articles such as Panchagavya, Gangajal, milk, curd, honey, water and more. Flowers, fruits such as Datura and Ber, Betel nut and Bel Patra are also offered to Lord Shiva.

There are many legends which are associated with Mahashivratri such as that on this day Lord Shiva married Maa Parvati. Also on the day of Mahashivratri Lord Shiva performed Tadava. One more legend is that on the day of Mahashivratri Lord Shiva consumed the poison Halahala which emerged during the churning of oceans and also that Mahashivratri is the favorite day of Lord Shiva.

One more legend is that on the day of Mahashivratri, Maa Parvati performed strict penance for the wellbeing of Lord Shiva and hence on this day married women worship Shiva for wellbeing of their husbands and unmarried girl for an understanding life partner. According to Shiva Purana worshipping Lord Shiva with milk, yoghurt, honey, ghee, sugar and water and with utmost sincerity and dedication is blessed with all worldly pleasures and finally attains Moksha.

Rituals for Mahashivratri festival celebration 2014

Rituals for Mahashivratri

The celebration of Maha Shivratri starts on the night of Chauthas, the fourteenth day of the waxing moon and continues till the morning of Amavas (dark night). On the day of Mahashivratri, devotees observe a strict fast and make it a point to visit a Shiva Temple. In the morning devotees after taking a bath preferably a dip in Holy Ganga, head towards a Shiva temple. At the temple, after circumambulating the Shiv Lingam three or seven times, devotees bathe the Shivling with either water or with milk.     

According to Shiva Purana, the Maha Shivratri rituals must compulsorily incorporate the following six items Bael Leaves, Vermilion Paste, Fruits preferably Ber (jujube fruit) or Datura, Incense, Oil Lamp and Betel Leaves. On Mahashivratri the entire night is divided into four Prahars or quarters and special prayers are offered during each quarter. At the end of each quarter Shiva Abhishekam is done with Milk, Gangajal, Yoghurt, Honey, Sandalwood Paste and Rose Water. Shiva Bhajans (Hymns in praise of Shiva)are sung throughout enhancing the festivities. Mahashivratri is also one of the best days for Spirit

The Importance of Calling Priest at Home

Be it a holy puja like a janamdinpooja, satyanarayanpooja, vaastu shanti puja, Navagrahapuja or any other puja, in Hindu tradition, we always call a priest or a Brahman home in order to perform the rituals. Even if someone dies, a priest is called in order to conduct the funeral rituals. This is not just restricted to Hinduism but even Christianity and Islam follow the same.

Have you ever given a thought as to why the priests, Maulvi or Fathers are given so much importance? Why do we need to call them in order to perform the pujas and not do it ourselves? Let us now explore…

Who is a Priest?

Before finding the reason behind why are priests called at home for performing different rituals, we need to understand who is a priest! A priest is a person from the Brahmana community, it being the highest among other castes. Brahmanas or priests are often referred to as pandit which means "learned scholar." Priests, brahmanas or pandits are trained in vedas and they know all the important and relevant mantras or hymns to perform any kind of religious pooja or ritual. They are expected to know all the religious scriptures and also Sanskrit. In fact, some of them work in the temples as pujaris or the ones who conduct daily rituals to the deity.

Why do we call priests at home?

Poojas or rituals are conducted in order to seek the blessings from the Almighty. It is believed that in order for the pooja ritual to reach the Supreme Being, hymns or mantras are necessary. Since the priests are trained and well-versed with the hymns or mantras, they are called home in order to perform the different rituals. The priests act as an intermediate between us and the God. In this way, the Almighty is pleased and in turn, we receive His blessings and find solace in life.

So, the next time you plan to conduct any pooja or ritual, make sure that you call a priest home in order to make sure that your prayers reach the God in the right way!

Rudra Centre specializes in various Pujas services. Our Pujas for Success include Laxmi Puja, Baglamukhi Puja and Satchandi Puja. We also conduct various Dev Pujas like Shiv Puja, Laxmi Puja and Ganesh. Our Siddhi Pujas include Laxmi Mantra Siddhi Japa, Maha Mrutyunjaya Mantra Siddhi Japa, etc. For Dosh Nivaran, we conduct Pujas like Shani Dosh Nivaran, Pitra Dosha Nivaran Puja, Kaal Sarp Dosh Nivaran Pula, etc.

Diwali Festival 2013 Celebration in India

Deepavali or Diwali is one of the major festivals of Hindus which is celebrated in grandiose manner throughout India for five days. The word Diwali festival literally translates to “a row of lamps” and lighting clay lamps filled with oil is significant in this festival. Lighting lamps signify the victory of good over evil.

Five Days of Diwali:

1.     Dhanteras: Dhanteras marks the beginning of the Indian financial year and proprietors hold pujas for the God of wealth.

2.     Narka Chaturdasi: It was on this day that goddess Kali defeated the demon Narka, freeing the world from his malice. This day is celebrated to commemorate the victory of goddess Kali over the demon Narka.

3.     Lakshmi Pujan: Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and success is worshipped on this day so that she can shower her blessings on her followers throughout the year.

4.     Bali Padyami: On this day, king Bali was banished to the nether world by lord Vishnu. This day is celebrated to commemorate lord Vishnu’s victory.

5.     Bhaubeej: On this day sisters pray for their brothers’ long life and apply a ceremonial “Tilak” on their brothers’ forehead, just as Subhadra applied tilak on her brother lord Krishna’s forehead after he defeated the demon Narkasur.

These five days of the festival of lights help us by bringing us close to each other, irrespective of caste or creed.  This festival ignites in us an awareness of inner light and a feeling of oneness.

Importance of Parad Shivaling

Shivalings are always considered to be superior and Parad Shivaling is one step higher than the rest as it is made out of SiddhParad or Mercury along with other important herbs. Unlike others, Parad Shivaling contains no other metal but only mercury. Let us now explore the importance of this special Shivaling…

Importance of Parad Shivaling

Parad Shivling is known to give us 24 Ras and fiveTatva which helps in eradicating all diseases in the human body.

A quote from SarvadarshanaSangraha states;

“A man can get crore times greater blessing by worshipping a Shiva Linga in case he worships a Parad (Mercury) Shivalinga. Poverty would never enter his house and he would never fear death during his life.”

It is believed that when you worship a ParadShivaling by following a proper procedure and belief, it helps you physically, spiritually, and even psychologically. ParadShivaling is known to protect us from natural calamities, disasters and even against the evil.

There are many holy texts that have a mention of the ParadShivaling and its benefits. According to RasRatnaSamuuchayy, it is believed that ParadShivlingis made of pure mercury and this makes it unique and leads to longevity of life, enhances prosperity and also washes away the sins.

Besides this, it is also considered that Goddess Lakshmi resides in the house of those who worship the ParadShivaling. This Shivaling also ensures that your life is in perfect harmony.

Worshipping of Parad Shivling

Here is the method to worship Parad Shivaling:

·         While chanting "Om Namah Shivaya" or singing the "Maha Mrityunjaya mantra", you need to first wash the lingam in a bowl containing clean water.

·         Then wipe the lingam dry with a soft tissue.

·         Follow this bath with milk and then with rose water.

·         After the final bath, you need to install in a place of worship with full love and devotion.

·         Apply "Vibuthi", sandal paste and then follow it with"saffron".

·         Post this, offer the incense stick or Dhoop of Googal.

·         Offer Bilva leaf and flowers to the lingam

It is believed that Rudram chants please Lord Shiva. Worshipping ParadShivaling with a pure heart is sure to yield results

Importance of Navgraha Idols

Every time we enter a temple, we see Navagraha idols and people busy circling them. Have you wondered why do people worship Navagraha idols so much? In fact, did you know that Navagraha is responsible in influencing your horoscope and your life to a great extent?

In fact, before any auspicious occasion like grihapravesh and such others, a navagraha puja or a homam to please the Navagrahas are performed.

Navagraha: Important deities

After Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva, the Navagrahas are considered to be most important as far as Hindu rituals are concerned. They are considered to play an important role in deciding our destiny.

The Navagrahas or the nine influencers include the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu. The Navagrahashold immense importance in astrology as well.  As per astrology, the nine planets are places in the twelve zodiac constellations. Zodiac constellation is the belt in the sky where the Moon, Sun and the planets move. According to astrology, the planetary movements have some effect on our lives.

Temples of Navagrahas along with their consorts are rare in India. A temple of Navagrahas with their consorts is in Singapore. Navagrahas with their consortsare called as SAKTHI SAMETHA NAVAGRAHAS. It is believed that grahas with their consorts are generally in a cheerful mood and on praying to them they tend to render immediate positive influence.

Significance of Worshipping Navagrahas

It is believed that Lord Vishnu told Rudra, that one who worships the Navagraha or the nine planets with proper rituals will attain the four Purusharth or the four main objectives of life; one dharma (religion), artha (money), kaam (sex) and moksha (salvation).

Mantra for Worshipping Navagrahas

Here is the mantra that you are required to chant while worshipping the Navagrahas:

Om SuryaeNamah, ChandraeNamah, Budhae

Namah, BrahaspatiaeNamah, MangaleNamah, ShukraeNamah, SaniAeNamah, RahuAeNamah, KetuAe

Namah, NavgaraheNamah.

So, the next time you go to any temple, do not forget to meet the Navagrahas and worship them in order to please them and have a peaceful life.

Relation Between Ganesha & Kartikeya

There are many stories revolving around Ganesha and his younger brother Karthikeya in Hindu mythology. While Lord Ganesha is worshipped throughout India, Karthikeya has more influence towards South India. In south, Karthikeya is also known as Murugan, Subramanya and Arumugam. Lord Ganesha and Karthikeya are two contrasting personalities in mythology.  It is quite interesting to know the differences that exist between the two siblings.

While Lord Ganesha is known to be comfortably plump, kind and patient, brother Karthikeya is full of energy and impulsive. While Ganesha prefers his mouse as his vehicle, Karthikeya prefers a flashy peacock as his vehicle. In fact, even the conversations and the interactions between the two are child-like and quite interesting. There is one legend that is distinct and worth a mention.

Once, a mango that was believed to be filled with divine knowledge was brought to Mount Kailash. The mango couldn’t be cut or shared. There was just one mango and both Ganesha and Karthikeya wished to have it. In order to get rid of this dilemma, Lord Shiva and Parvati decided to have a competition.

It was decided that the one who completes three rounds of the planet will win the mango. On hearing this, Kartikeya immediately left on his journey. But Ganeshas at there and was thinking as this was an impossible task for him.

Within sometime, Ganesha found an answer. He made Shiva and Parvati sit together and then worshipped them and circled them thrice. Later, he said that according to the Vedas circling parents is same as circling the world.

Lord Shiva and Parvati were impressed and convinced with his logic and handed over the mango to him. Meanwhile, Karthikeya returned and was furious to know about this. In a fit of anger, Kartikeya left for Mount Krouncha, also known as Palani and it is believed that Shiva goes to visit on new moon (amavasya) and Parvati goes to visit him on full moon day (purnima).

However, this never hampered the relation between Ganesha and Karthikeya. They were cordial yet again. Till date, Ganesha and Karthikeya are considered as the epitome of sibling relation.

Importance of Vaastu Maha Yantra

Importance of Vaastu Maha Yantra

You go hunting for a house and after analysing many; you finally manage to zero down on one. However, the elders of your house may disapprove of it by saying; the vaastu shastra is not good. What do they mean by vaastu shastra and what role does it play with our house? Let us now find out and also the importance of Vaastu Maha Yantra…

What is Vaastu Shastra?

The word Vaastu Shastra originates from “Vas” which indicates to reside. The word vaastu means the basic architecture of the building, the foundation or the place where it is located. The word Shastra can be translated as the science. So Vaastu Shastra indicates the science of location.

Vaastu Shastra is very important as it tends to have an influence in the people’s lives who reside in that particular construction.

Importance of Vaastu Maha Yantra

Though it may not be always possible to find a house with the right vaastu shastra, there is a way to rectify the ill-effects that it could possibly have on our lives. Vaastu Maha Yantra is a yantra made out of thick copper or gold sheet. This yantra is a must-have in every household or business premise.

Vaastu Maha Yantra is a combination of the four most powerful Vaastu yantras. The yantras included in this Maha Yantra are:

·         Dikdosh Nashak

·         Grihdosh Nivarak

·         Vaastu chakra

·         Vaastudosh Nashak

·         Vaastudosh Nashak Vyapar Vriddhi Indrani Yantras

Benefits of Vaastu Maha Yantra

Here are the benefits of having the Vaastu Maha Yantra:

·         It helps in removing Vaastu ill-effects if any from place of work or residence

·         It helps to rectify the faults of a building, site, home, office or a structure due to wrong construction or creation

·         It removes negative energies thereby resulting from an inauspicious location or directions of rooms

·         Also eradicates ill-effects of a business premises

·         Attracts more business and prosperity

Mantra for Vaastu Maha Yantra

Here is the mantra that you need to chant while worshipping the Vaastu Maha Yantra:

VaastudevNamastatuBhushanyaaniratPrabho !

Mam GraheDhanDhaanyaadiSamriddhiKuruSarvada !!

All About Vashikaran Maha Yantra And Mantra

All About Vashikaran Maha Yantra

When we talk about personalities like Amitabh Bachchan, Princess Diana and such, what comes to our mind? Their striking personality and charisma that they carry! Each one of us aspires to be charismatic in terms of personality and wish to become famous just like these starlets. Let’s find out more about Vashikaran Maha Yantra, the yantra that promotes charisma and power of attraction.

What is Vashikaran Maha Yantra?

Vashikaran Maha Yantra is a combination of different powerful Yantras that helps you in getting hypnotic attraction or the power of Vashikaran and charisma. This Vashikaran Maha Yantra comes in thick copper or gold sheet and has the following four powerful yantras:

·         Vashikaran

·         Shri Mohini Vashikaran

·         Shri Kamdev

·         Shri Rudra Yantras

Purpose of Vashikaran Maha Yantra

Vashikaran Maha Yantra helps us in achieving the following:

·         It helps to attract the person you desire and brings that person under your influence.

·         Assists in gaining cordial professional and personal relationships between superiors, colleagues, friends and others.

·         Helps you obtain favours and also make a good impression on others

·         Win affection and friendship in people’s hearts and minds

·         Solves all your sexual problems

·         Fulfils your desires

·         Help you gain Siddhis to win over 'Maya' or the illusion

Mantra for the Vashikaran Maha Yantra

Here is the mantra for the Vashikaran Maha Yantra that you need to chant while worshipping:

AakarshayMahadevi Ram Mam Priyam Hey TripureDevdeveshiTubhyamDasyami

Yanchitam, Om Lakeem Lakeem (name of person) Mum VashyamKuruKuruSwaha !!

Here are some more details about this Vashikaran MahaYantra:

Ruling Deity: Kamadeva

Day: Wednesday

Please note that the Vashikaran Maha Yantra needs to be placed facing the South East direction at your home or office or altar. Make sure that the Vashikaran Maha Yantra is placed on the wall at your waist level (with regards to your standing height).

Ruby Gemstone and its relation with Manipura Chakra

Ruby Gemstone: Relation with Manipura Chakra

Ruby or more fondly known as the “maanik”  is associated with the Planet Sun. Just as the Sun throws light in our lives, Ruby is also believed to enlighten the lives of its wearer. It helps in removing sadness and gloominess from our lives. Due to its association with the planet Sun, Ruby is considered as the king of all gemstones.

Ruby is associated with the Manipura Chakra or the physical aspects of a person. Let us now get into the details of the Manipura Chakra and the Ruby gemstone.

Relation between Manipura Chakra and Ruby Gemstone

Manipura Chakra is situated at our spine and its activation point is directly linked to our navel.  It is said that if our manipura chakra is balanced, we will have a strong sense of power, will complete work on time, will work towards excelling in all that we do and will evolve as a natural leader. Manipura Chakra helps in displaying courage and conviction along with high self-esteem.

If this Manipura Chakra is not in perfect balance, we may turn lethargic, short-tempered, self-centred and withdrawn. Imbalanced Manipura Chakra can also cause indigestion, weight related issues, hypertension, liver problems, chronic ulcers, diabetes, cancer of the stomach and pancreas.

In order to balance the Manipura Chakra, ruby gemstone is recommended. Ruby is related to the planet Sun and hence this is the gemstone to balance the Manipura Chakra.

Once the chakra is balanced, you will emerge as a person with new vigour and all the problems and symptoms are likely to disappear. Besides all, you will find self-esteem in whatever you do.

Ruby is known to enhance the blood circulation in our body.

Trivia about Ruby

Here are some trivia about this precious gemstone:

Indian Name: maanik

Planet: Sun

Chakra: Manipura

Cosmic Colour: Yellow

Wearing an original ruby gemstone in any form of jewellery is sure to bestow you with the numerous benefits. However, it is important to consult a gem expert or a Chakra expert to know if Ruby is the right gemstone for you in order to derive the right results.

Emerald Stone Benefits and its ralation with Anahata Chakra

Emerald and Its Effects

Gemstones are known to have great influence and charming effect on the human life. The purity and hardness of the gemstones, the malefic effects of the planets over our life is minimized and thus our life is filled with harmony and goodness of the planets. Let us now explore the benefits and effects of wearing an emerald gemstone…

Benefits of Wearing Emerald

The emerald is generally worn as a jewellery piece like earrings, rings, pendants and so on. This stone is aligned with the planet Mercury. This alignment with Mercury helps in bringing down the ill-effects caused by the planet and also helps in enhancing the good effects in turn in our lives.

Emerald, the green coloured fascinating stone is believed to produce healing powers. It is said that if we gaze into the greenness of the stone, the healing powers are transmitted automatically.  In fact, ancient Greek practitioners used to prescribe crushed emeralds as eye-healing powder.

Emerald and Anahata Chakra

The emerald is known to be related to the Anahata Chakra or the Heart Chakra of our body. It is said to be thus related to the emotions like love and compassion. Emeralds are said to increase the spiritual energies in our body and in turn calm disturbed mind. This gemstone helps in increasing our concentration, bringing down depression and also reduces problems that are related to our stomach, bowel and rheumatism in senior citizens.

It is said that when energy is not flowing freely in our Anahata Chakra, we may suffer from some physical ailments like fever, asthma, allergies and heart diseases. Emerald also cures people suffering from digestive and nervous system disorders.

Emerald offers immense benefits to people who are in sports and creative field like those of writers, painters, and sculptors.

Emerald is considered to offer universal and personal bliss. Just like any other gemstones, before buying an emerald it is always better to consult a gem expert or a Chakra expert in order to determine the best way to use it.

Blue Sapphire Gemstones and its Benefits

Right from the day Princess Diana entered the spotlight, she was known as the "people's princess". Princess Diana was always in the limelight from the day she married Prince Charles in the year 1981 to the day she died. Princess Diana always inspired the fashion industry and was dressed fashionably too. Even after her death, her style statement still stays alive. Do you know that Princess Diana always wore a blue sapphire ring?

This ring was passed on to Kate Middleton by Prince William. This blue sapphire ring is a beautifully oval-cut 18-karat and is surrounded by 14 white diamonds. Diana had picked the ring herself after her proposal. The news about Kate Middleton wearing Diana's ring hit the Internet and frenzy began. Blue Sapphire has always been a hit among fashion world and also the royals.

Blue Sapphire, also known as the Neelam, is one of the famous gemstones and is believed to have been associated with the planet Saturn. The name sapphire derives from the word “saphirus” which denotes blue. Blue sapphire occurs naturally and is a compound mixture of oxygen and aluminium. This compound mixture of aluminium and oxygen lends the gemstone a blue tinge and hence the name blue sapphire.

The blue sapphire is found in igneous rocks and aluminium deposits. This stone has been the centre of admiration right from the kings, queens to the modern age travellers and gem lovers. Blue Sapphires are largely found in Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Russia and also in India.

Know the Benefits

Blue Sapphire is considered as the sister of ruby as both ruby and blue sapphire originates from the same mineral. Blue sapphire, just as other gemstones, carries many benefits. It is believed that blue sapphire tends to reduce all types of problems that you may face in life. Based on the planetary positions in your horoscope, the astrologer will advise you to wear a blue sapphire for future opportunities and problems.

Blue Sapphire is believed to bring happiness and prosperity in life. Also, it is said to bring peace in the wearer’s life. Blue Sapphire is considered to protect your pituitary gland and heals ailments resulting out of this gland. This gemstone is related to imagination, intuition and creativity and thus, the wearer turns out to be charismatic, intelligent and intuitive. It is believed that blue sapphire helps a person make good judgements too.

Saturn rules the number 8 and hence people born under the number 8 can wear this gemstone.

Properties of Blue Sapphire

Blue Sapphire is considered as the second hardest gemstone, the first being diamond. . A blue sapphire carries amazing sparkle and displays different colours when viewed from different angles. It is considered as the most beautiful and valuable among all gemstones.  Blue Sapphires can be treated with heat, diffused with beryllium and also irradiated in order to preserve the blue radiance of the stone. Here are some more properties of the blue sapphire that are salient and must be paid attention to:

·         A blue sapphire will not show any colour changes in spite of being placed in milk for more than a day

·         A blue sapphire will not have any bubbles or scratches

·         A blue sapphire needs to be bright blue in colour. Any dull looking blue sapphire is not original and can cause negative impact on your life.

·         Any blue sapphire cannot be scratched or cut easily.

Some more details to help you with blue sapphire:

Planet: Saturn

Indian Name: Neelam

Hardness: 9 Mohs scale

Cosmic Colour: Indigo

The Blue Sapphire needs to be handled with care. Make sure that you clean this precious gemstone with a mild detergent and a soft brush for maximum results. Also, you must buy this precious stone from authentic gem expert in order to reap maximum benefits.