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Kalash Is an Essential Accessory for Hindu Puja
The Kalash is worshiped in every Hindu ritual, be it marriage or consecration of a home. Its significance has been explained in different ways.
Roop Chaudas the Beauty Makeover before Diwali
On Roop Chaudas Hindus undertake beauty treatments so as to look their best on Diwali day. The demon Narakasura was also slain on this day by Krishna.
The Hindu Ritual of Breaking the Coconut
Breaking a coconut before starting any new undertaking is an age old Hindu ritual. It has now been adopted by all religious communities in India.
The Ashtavinayaka Yatra of Maharashtra
Traditionally the darshan at the Ashtavinayaka temples is performed in one trip. Two religious tours are common. One starts from Pune and the other from Mumbai.
Bhajans for Ganesh Chaturthi
The Ganesh Chaturthi festival is a community affair. Aartis, bhajans and devotional songs are sung throughout the day.
Janmashtami Bhajans
On the eve of Janmashtami devotees congregate in small family groups or large public gatherings to sing their favorite Krishna Bhajans.
The Yagna, Tapa And Daan Formula By Jaya Row
The three types of sacrifices, austerities and charities are Satvik, Rajasik and Tamasik. Some choose the wrong types without being aware that they are making a mistake.
FAQs: many gods and idol worship
God manifests Himself in many forms and the images of these many forms are worshipped, with the belief that these different forms are essentially the same.