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How and why are statues revered?

January 18th, 2024

Pran Pratishtha is the work which turns an inanimate statue into a living one. Here Sajeev means the idol becomes capable of accepting prayers and granting boons. For this the idol has to go through various stages. The ceremony involves various rituals taken from the Vedas and Puranas, each with its own significance.

To prepare the idol for Prana Pratistha, several adhivas are conducted, in which the idol is dipped in various materials. For a night, the idol is kept in water, which is called Jaladhivas. It is then dipped in grains, which is called Dhanyadhivas. When a sculpture is made, it is subjected to various injuries by the craftsman’s tools. These settlements are meant to heal all such injuries. This process also serves another purpose: if there is a flaw in the statue, or if the stone is not of good quality, it will be revealed when it is dipped in different materials.
After this, the idol is given a ritual bath and anointed with various materials. Such as Panchamrit, water containing the essence of various fragrant flowers and leaves, water poured on the horns of a cow and sugarcane juice, perfume, Ganga water etc. Sanatan through the abodes with the specific energies of the Panchamahabhutas fire, water, air, sky, earth. By consecrating the idol with culture, the idol ceases to be a stone. After the idol has sufficiently recovered from the injuries sustained during its construction and is given a ritual bath, it is time to awaken it. Several mantras are chanted, asking various deities to come and animate various parts of it , such as the Sun, eyes, air, ears, moon, mind, etc.
Then comes the final stage, the opening of the statue’s eyes. The ceremony involves applying Anjana around the eyes of the deity, with a gold needle. This process is done from behind, because it is believed that if someone does not look into the eyes of the God as soon as they open, the eyes of the idol are very bright at this time.

How many types of adhivaas are there?

The adhivaas helps in imbuing the idol with powers. Due to this, the idol of the idol appears attractive, energetic and has a special aura. There are many adhivas in the Pran-Pratishtha Mahotsav, minimum three adhivas are practiced. Pushpadhivas, Madhyadhivas and Shayadhivas.
All habitations have specific effects. And all objects have their own specific effects. Through various resolutions, the influence of the idol is taken by consecrating it with bath of different medicines and aromatic liquids, grains, fruits, flowers, milk, curd, ghee, honey, sugar, etc. Let us know what is the result of which adhivaas.

(1) Annadhivas (food), by observing food grains, there is never a shortage of food in the country. The earth remains full of agriculture, so that the order of the world can progress. (2) Phaladhivas, the fruits of karma are established in the creation, that is, those who will offer, We will get its copy.
(3) Pushpadhivas, keeping the idol in a flower gives prestige, wealth, prosperity, progress and youth in life.
(3) On Dudha Divas, pouring the idol with milk brings animal wealth and financial benefits to the family or nation.
(4) Dadhivas, keeping the idol immersed in curd leads to progress in the medical field in the country.
(5) Ghritadhivas, by anointing the idol with ghee, nourishes the entire culture and paves the way for progress in the country.
(6) Honeydew, Dwelling with honey benefits natural balance, health and prosperity in the country. Dwelling with sugar and honey leads to peace, dedication and tolerance.
(7) Ratnadhivas, the residence of the idol with gems leads to economic progress, progress etc. (8) Jaladhivas, the idol which is to be consecrated has to reside or keep it in water for a stipulated time as per the classical method. . All the gods reside in water. The idol is kept in water to attain coolness. Keeping it in water means that all the deities situated in the water should purify the idol so that the respective deity can be invoked in it.
Keeping the idol in water removes the burning sensation caused by using fire. By this process the idol maintains peace. (9) Gandhadhivas, in this the idol is coated with fragrant liquids. By doing this one achieves success in every field. (10) Saffron Abode, in this the idol is worshiped with water mixed with saffron, which is meant to increase dignity.

But it is written in the scriptures that Shaligram found in Gandaki river and Shivling Narmadeshwar found in Narmada river do not need Pran Pratishtha, because they have divinity within themselves. According to the classical belief, after seeing the idol, the devotee is duly consecrated. Has the ability to overcome obstacles in household life. The darshan of the idol consecrated to life is considered beneficial.
Is it right to consecrate Ram Lalla on 22nd January?

January 18th, 2024

Preparations for the inauguration of Ram temple in Ayodhya are going on in full swing. Not only the people of Ayodhya but the entire country and abroad are also very excited for this ceremony. The auspicious time for installing the idol of Lord Shri Ram will be 84 seconds, the time of which has been fixed from 12:29 to 12:30. But do you know why January 22 has been chosen for the consecration of Ram Lalla?

Is January 22 such a special day?

According to Hindu mythology, Lord Rama was born at the confluence of Abhijeet Muhurta, Mrigashirsha Nakshatra, Amrit Siddhi Yoga and Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga. All these auspicious events will come together again on 22 January 2024. Therefore it becomes the most ideal day for the consecration of Ram temple in Ayodhya. According to astrologers and great sages, 22 January is Karma Dwadashi and it is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is believed that on the day of Karma Dwadashi, Lord Vishnu took the form of a tortoise and helped in the churning of the ocean. Lord Shri Ram is a form of Lord Vishnu. Therefore, 22 January has been considered very auspicious for the inauguration of Ram Temple.

According to religious beliefs, Lord Shri Ram was born on the day of Abhijeet Muhurta, Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga and Amrit Siddhi Yoga. Therefore, there cannot be a more auspicious time than January 22 for the establishment of Ram temple in Ayodhya. During this time Lord Ram will sit in the sanctum sanctorum. The Varaha incarnation of God also took place in the afternoon. Similarly, many incarnations of God have taken place in the afternoon. Abhijeet Muhurta is also found after 12 o’clock in the afternoon. If the idol of Ram Lala is consecrated at this time, then the Ram temple will remain permanent till eternity. This auspicious time has been determined by the astrologers of Kashi for the consecration of Ramlala’s life.

There are many misconceptions regarding the establishment of Ram Lala and the month of Pausha. It is said that auspicious work should not be done in the month of Pausha. After analyzing the scriptures, the month of Paush has been said to be very good for consecration of life. Explaining its result, it is said that if consecration is done in the month of Paush, then the state will grow and the people will benefit. According to this, the time of Aries ascendant has been calculated to be one and a quarter hour. The reputation of the statue will remain steadfast and endure for thousands of years to come. A fixed time of fifteen to twenty minutes was allotted for this.

The auspicious time is decided according to astrological calculations. The auspicious combination of day, date, moon, planets and constellations is called Muhurta. These are personal and holistic. Sometimes it is for one person and sometimes it is seen for more than one. According to many calendars, Dev Pratishtha Muhurta is on 22nd January. This is the main auspicious time due to which January 22 was chosen for the consecration of Ram temple in Ayodhya. Amrit Siddhi Yoga is also held on 22nd January, which is considered auspicious. This day is not only auspicious for the consecration of Ram temple, but also for the rituals of laying the foundation of the house, Griha Pravesh i.e. entering a new house, Upanayana Sanskar i.e. giving sacred thread. It is auspicious for marriage, for water worship after the birth of children, and also for starting a new business. Abhijit Muhurta will also be valid on this day. If this moment is so good for us common people then why not for Ramlala.
Why is Saryu river of holy Ayodhya Dham not capable of earning virtue?

January 17th, 2024

Rivers have maintained their purity for many years. If we talk about rivers, Saryu river has its own history and identity and on hearing its name, the mind reaches the city of Ram. Geographically, Saryu River is actually a tributary of Sharda River. It is also known as Sarju. This river continues its flow through the land of Uttar Pradesh after separating from the Sharda River in Uttarakhand. Therefore it is a major source of water for the population of Uttar Pradesh. The Saryu River originates mainly in the Himalayan foothills and becomes a tributary of the Sharda River. Not only this, passing through the major tourist destinations of Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh, this river flows for the next 350 km. The Saryu River is one of the most prominent water courses in Uttar Pradesh, originating from the Sarmul-district in the extreme north of the Bageshwar Himalayas, Uttarakhand. The Saryu River is mentioned in ancient Hindu scriptures such as the Vedas and Ramayana. It is one of the seven tributaries of the Ganges river. While holy rivers like Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, Narmada created their own place, Saryu river witnessed the journey of Lord Shri Ram from his exile period till his return to Ayodhya. Ayodhya – Birth place of Lord Shri Ram in Treta Yuga and capital of the state Ayodhya is situated on the banks of river Saryu, thus it is of utmost importance in India.

Why did Ram take water samadhi in Saryu?

The process of renouncing hopes, attachments etc. by Sanatani saints and sacrificing their body in water at the end of their life is called Jal Samadhi. Shri Ram was born on earth as Maryada Purushottam, hence his death was also certain. There are different stories regarding the death of Shri Ram. According to Padma Purana, Lord Shri Ram had taken Samadhi of his own free will in the Saryu River. According to mythology, Lord Vishnu came to earth in the form of Lord Shri Ram to end the tyranny of Lankapati Ravana. When Shri Ram had abandoned Mother Sita even after proving her purity and after that, Mother Sita handed over her sons Luv and Kush to Lord Shri Ram and buried herself in the earth. It is said that Lord Shri Ram became sad due to Sita going away and with the consent of Yamraj, he took Jal Samadhi at Guptar Ghat of Saryu River.

According to another story, once Yamdev entered Ayodhya in the form of a saint. Yamdev, taking the form of a saint, told Lord Shri Ram that there would be a secret conversation between us. Yamraj put a condition before Shri Ram that if anyone comes into the room during our conversation then the gatekeeper will get death penalty. Lord Ram gave a promise to Yamraj and appointed Lakshman as the gatekeeper.
Meanwhile, sage Durvasa reaches there and insists on meeting Shri Ram but Lakshman refuses to let him inside because he is committed. Sage Durvasa gets angry at this and talks about cursing Lord Rama. In such a situation, Lakshman allowed sage Durvasa to enter the room without worrying about his life.
The talks between Lord Shri Ram and Yamraj get interrupted. Due to breaking his promise, Shri Ram expelled Lakshman from the kingdom. To fulfill the promise of his brother Ram, Lakshman took water samadhi in the Saryu river. Lord Rama became very sad when Lakshman took water samadhi and he also decided to take water samadhi. At the time when Lord Ram took Jal Samadhi, Hanuman, Jamwant, Sugriva, Bharat, Shatrughan etc. were present there.

Why is Saryu River cursed?

The Saryu river flowing near Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Shri Ram, is considered a cursed river. But do you know why this river is cursed and why the water of this river is not included in the prayer and worship. If you read the Uttara Kanda of Ramayana, it is clearly written in it that Saryu is a cursed river. One does not even get the virtue of taking a bath in it. Worship of Saryu is prohibited, Aarti is prohibited. So there is a reason for Saryu being prohibited. Shri Ram had taken Samadhi in Saryu river on his own wish.

Why did Shiva curse Saryu?

It is well known that Lord Ramchandra ji along with his three brothers had ended their life by taking water samadhi in Saryu and along with them, every particle of that Ayodhya, even the living beings and insects, got absorbed in Saryu and that Ayodhya was destroyed. Had gone. That’s why Lord Shiva cursed Saryu, O Saryu? Now if anyone even touches your water, it will be a part of hell. Your water will not be included in any puja, no one will worship you. Because you have become the cause of the death of Lord Rama. Valmiki writes that after receiving this terrible curse, the Saryu river fell at the feet of Lord Shiva. Languages. Lord, whatever happened, happened because of the provisions of law. There is no fault of mine in this. Then Lord Shiva said to Saryu, I only give you this much freedom that if someone takes bath in your water, he will not commit sin. But you will not get any virtue either.
This curse is still applicable on Saryu river. Wherever a Yagya is performed, water from seven rivers is brought for it. Saryu is not included among the seven rivers from which water is brought. No event like Kumbh or Ardh Kumbh is held on the banks of Saryu. Saryu water is not included in the worship of any temple in Ayodhya. All rivers are worshipped, but not Saryu. Knowledgeable sages and saints do not go to Saryu and take bath.
What is the relation between Makar Sankranti and sesame seeds?

January 16th, 2024

The sages have thoughtfully made the use of sesame seeds a part of the tradition on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. It is said that from this day onwards the day becomes longer by a mole. According to Ayurveda, it is favorable for autumn. Sesame has special importance from the point of view of human health, that is why in Hindu religion, presence of sesame has been made mandatory in all religious and auspicious functions, worship or havan, even in marriage ceremonies etc. Black sesame is nutritious and best. Sesame seeds contain four of the six juices of Ayurveda; bitter, sweet and astringent juices are found simultaneously in sesame seeds. The World Health Organization has given sesame the title of ‘superfood’.

What are the benefits of consuming sesame seeds?

Sesame seeds and jaggery also have scientific importance on the day of Makar Sankranti. At the time of Makar Sankranti, there is winter season in North India and the nature of sesame and jaggery is hot. Eating jaggery and sesame laddus keeps the body warm in winter. Besides, it works to increase the immunity of the body. Sesame seeds contain many types of salts like calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium which help the heart muscles to work actively. Sesame contains dietary protein and amino acids which promote bone growth of children. Apart from this, it is also very beneficial for the muscles. Many nutrients like Vitamin B6, Magnesium are found in black sesame. Which helps in maintaining good mental health. Consuming black sesame seeds sharpens the brain. Polyunsaturated fats and antioxidants are found in sufficient quantity in black sesame. Eating it also removes the risk of anemia and also increases the level of hemoglobin in the body. These are also considered a good source of iron.

What is the religious significance of sesame?

On the day of Makar Sankranti, Sun God is worshiped with black sesame seeds. Also black lentils, rice, ghee, salt, jaggery and black sesame seeds are donated. Laddus made of black sesame seeds and jaggery are eaten and also donated. According to the scriptures, by donating sesame seeds one gets the blessings of both Sun God and Shani Dev. Like Mother Ganga, sesame seeds also originated from the body of Lord Vishnu, hence sesame seeds are considered to have special significance. During the presence of Sun in Shanidev’s house, Saturn should not trouble him, hence donation and consumption of sesame seeds on Makar Sankranti is considered beneficial. It is also believed that a person who worships Lord Vishnu with sesame seeds daily in the month of Magh, all his troubles go away. That is why sesame seeds must be eaten in some form or the other on this day.

Are Shani and Surya Dev happy with sesame seeds and jaggery?

According to astrology, black sesame is related to Shani Dev and Surya Dev is related to jaggery. On the day of Sankranti, Sun God goes to Saturn’s house Capricorn, in such a situation, laddus made of black sesame and jaggery are considered a symbol of the sweet relationship between Sun and Saturn. Both Sun and Saturn are considered strong planets and in such a situation, when laddus made of black sesame seeds and jaggery are donated, both Sun God and Shani Dev are pleased. Accepting it as Prasad brings happiness and prosperity in the house by his grace.

There is also a popular story about black sesame seeds related to Sun God and Shanidev. According to the story, Surya Dev did not like his son Shani Dev. For this reason he separated Shani from his mother Chhaya. Due to separation of mother and son, Sun God was cursed with leprosy. Then Yamraj, the second son of Suryadev, freed him from leprosy by performing rigorous penance. After getting cured of the disease, Surya Dev got angry and burnt the house of Shani Dev and his mother Kumbh. After this, on the persuasion of Yamraj, Surya Dev’s anger subsided and he again reached Shani Dev’s house. When they reached there they saw that everything had been burnt, only the black sesame seeds had remained intact. When Surya reached home, Shani welcomed him with the same black mole. After this, Surya gifted him the second house ‘Makar’. After this, Suryadev told Shani that when he would come to his new house in Capricorn, his house would again be filled with wealth and grains. Also said that whoever worships the Sun with black sesame seeds and jaggery on the day of Makar Sankranti, all his troubles will go away. He will get the blessings of both Sun and Saturn and the troubles related to Saturn and Sun will go away. Therefore, black sesame and jaggery are considered to have special significance on Makar Sankranti.
Scientific significance of bathing in Ganga on Makar Sankranti?

January 16th, 2024

In the month of Paush, when the Sun enters Capricorn after Uttarayan, this occasion is celebrated as different festivals in different states of the country. Generally, all the dates of the Indian calendar are determined based on the movement of the Moon, but Makar Sankranti is determined based on the movement of the Sun. Makar Sankranti has great religious significance. On this day, it is considered auspicious to donate after bathing in a holy river. Also, Kharmas ends on the day of Makar Sankranti and the auspicious works which were banned for a month start again.

Makar Sankranti has great importance not only in religion but also in science. The king of planets, Sun God, influences all the 12 zodiac signs, but his entry in Cancer and Capricorn is very important. Sun God enters these two zodiac signs at an interval of six months. Talking about the scientific point of view, due to the Earth’s axis being tilted 23.5 degrees, the Sun is near the Northern Hemisphere of the Earth for six months and the remaining six months is near the Southern Hemisphere. Before Makar Sankranti, the Sun is near the Southern Hemisphere, i.e. It is relatively far away from the Northern Hemisphere, due to which the nights are longer and days are shorter in the Northern Hemisphere and this is the winter season. At the same time, from Makar Sankranti, the Sun starts moving towards the Northern Hemisphere, hence from this day the nights start getting shorter and days longer in the Northern Hemisphere and the cold starts decreasing.

There is a religious belief that the doors of heaven open on the day of Makar Sankranti. On this day, one attains salvation by worshiping, reciting, donating and taking bath in the holy river. According to the legend, Bhishma Pitamah was blessed with the boon of dying, but due to Dakshinayan Sun, he remained on the bed of arrows and waited for Uttarayan Sun and sacrificed his body in Uttarayan on Makar Sankranti, so that he could free himself from the bondage of birth and death. Be free.
Mother Ganga appeared on earth on the day of Makar Sankranti. It was only through Ganga water that 60,000 sons of King Bhagiratha got salvation. After this, Ganga ji went and joined the ocean outside Kapil Muni’s ashram.

Ganga water has the amazing ability to absorb oxygen from the atmosphere. Ganga water also contains sulfur in abundance, hence it does not spoil for a long time. Scientific tests show that bathing in Ganga water and drinking Ganga water destroys the germs of diseases like cholera, plague and malaria. Ganga water has the ability to kill disease-causing E. coli bacteria. Scientists say It is believed that the water of Ganga contains bacteriophage viruses that eat bacteria. These viruses become active as the number of bacteria increases and after killing the bacteria they then hide. There is something in the water of Ganga that kills and controls disease causing bacteria. From the hair of Lord Shiva When the Ganga originates from the Himalayas and reaches the Terai areas, its religious importance increases further. Therefore, Ganga water is definitely used in various religious rituals. When Ganga comes from the Himalayas, it mixes with many types of soil, many types of minerals and many types of herbs. Overall, some such mixture is formed which we have not been able to understand yet. That is why bathing in Ganga is considered very beneficial in the scriptures. Mother Ganga is known as Mokshadayini. This is because it is believed since ancient times that bathing in Ganga destroys all sins and attains infinite virtues. By taking bath in Ganga water on special days like Amavasya or Purnima Tithi, the seeker receives blessings of Gods and Goddesses.
Why is Pran Pratistha necessary in Sanatan Dharma?

January 16th, 2024

In Sanatan Dharma, consecration of idols is a very old religious belief. In Sanatan Dharma, the ritual of consecration of life takes place in the form of a sacred thread that threads life into the idols. According to religion, it is believed that the idol gets consecrated, that is, the idol which is installed as per the religious rules, is considered to be a perfect idol. Prana means soul, and Pratishtha means giving place. It is believed that the idol consecrated is worshiped in a living form. Just like a living person needs food and clothes as per time. Similarly, the consecrated idol also needs proper arrangement as per the time.

What is Pran Pratistha and why is it important?

In Sanatan Dharma, the consecration of the idols of God holds paramount importance, Pran Pratistha, an integral ritual of installing the idols in the temples, is considered an important moment. Many people in India keep consecrated idols in their homes also. When life force is established in the God/Goddess idol, that makes the idol worthy of worship. In short, Prana Pratishtha involves the process of animating the idol by transforming it into a living representation of the deity. Without this ritual, no idol is considered suitable for worship in Hinduism.

How are statues consecrated?

According to Sanatan Dharma, the eyes of the idol which is to be consecrated are kept covered only after construction. To perform the consecration, water is collected from various holy rivers. The idol is first anointed with this holy water. The anointing ritual is done carefully. Initially, the idol is given a ceremonial bath with the sacred waters of rivers like the Ganga, symbolizing purity. The idol is then dressed in new clothes and placed at a designated place, where it is decorated with sandalwood paste. The consecration itself takes place through the chanting of the Beeja mantras, which is an invocation that fills the idol with the divine and life force.

This ritual involves the participation of priests and acharyas who touch various parts of the idol and invoke the deities by continuously chanting mantras. After this the Abhishekam process ends by opening the divine eye with scented water and flowers. When the eyes of the deity are thus opened, a mirror is placed in front of the idol to enable the deity to see his own bright personality; sometimes, due to the intense life force present in the vision, the mirror breaks. Is. Because breaking the glass or any other object placed in front of the idol during Murti Pran Pratishtha is considered an auspicious event. After this, Aarti is performed, and Prasad is distributed among the devotees. Only after this this sacred ceremony is completed.

What happens to the idols after consecration?

Pran Pratistha is considered an essential condition for idol worship. It is believed that after this Pratishtha, the God/Goddess themselves reside in the idol. This ritual acts as a medium between the worshiper and the divine. To get auspicious results of the ritual, it is mandatory to follow the auspicious time.Continuous daily worship is considered necessary to maintain the divine connection established during Pran Pratistha. In Hindu religion, ignoring the idols after Pran Pratistha is considered disrespectful. Every ritual and procedure must be followed to properly honor the idols. It is believed that if the deities are not attended to, they express displeasure and may even invoke divine retribution. For example, idols like Bhairava and Goddess Kali may incur their wrath if they fail to follow the rituals. According to Hindu scriptures, the idol in a temple or home should always face the east direction. It is believed that there is positive energy in the east direction, and the idols kept facing this direction receive divine blessings. Following Hindu traditions, the idols of the deity should be worshiped five times a day. The ritual begins during Brahma Muhurta, before sunrise, and ends just before sunset.

Should idol prestige be considered superstition?

Consecration of life is often considered a superstition, whereas consecrating a place is a science, through which the energy of that place is made subtle and intense. When we honor a place, the energy there becomes full and intense with vibrations. Just by sitting in that place, the level of energy in our system starts flowing upwards, the movement of energy in the body starts happening automatically from the lower chakras to the higher chakras. This is also the purpose of spiritual practices. To move energy from lower chakras to higher chakras. Therefore, such prestigious places are very helpful in spiritual practice and prove to be a boon for the seekers. Have you ever noticed that why our mind automatically fills with reverence as soon as we go to religious places? Why do we feel so much peace there? Because these places have been consecrated. The value of an idol is not measured by the cost of its stone or its beauty. It depends on the fact that as soon as the seeker reaches the periphery of that particular place, he starts experiencing divinity and his contact with God starts immediately. Consecration of life is an extraordinary and wonderful work. The artistic beauty of the idol is not important in the life consecration of the idols. Even if a simple stone is placed there and consecrated, it is as fruitful as a statue made by a beautiful artist.
Does kite flying reduce stress?

January 16th, 2024

Makar means ‘Capricorn’ zodiac sign and Sankranti means the time of Sun’s transition from one zodiac sign to another. On this day the Uttarayan journey of the Sun begins. According to scientific facts, the heat of the sun in Uttarayan has the ability to eliminate cold and diseases caused by cold.

The festival of Makar Sankranti falls during the extreme winter season. Flying kites under the open sky on this day provides relief from the sun in winter. Along with this, Vitamin D is also obtained from sunlight which is very important for the body. Sunlight also helps in keeping the body healthy. Cough, cold and infectious diseases occur during winter season. In such a situation, the sun sets on the day of Makar Sankranti. Due to setting of the sun, the rays act as medicine for the body. For this reason, flying a kite on the day of Makar Sankranti keeps the body exposed to the sun’s rays. In such a situation, when people fly kites on the rooftops, the sun’s rays act like a medicine. Perhaps that is why the day of Makar Sankranti is also called the day of kite flying. In the Hindu belief system, the end of January signals the beginning of longer days. It symbolizes the Sun changing direction and shifting its trajectory towards the north.Therefore, it has special importance from scientific point of view also. On the day of Makar Sankranti, the rays of the sun are considered like nectar for the body. Various types of diseases are cured by this.

Is kite flying a reason for brotherhood and love?

According to beliefs, on the day of Makar Sankranti in Tretayuga, Lord Rama flew kites with his brothers and Hanuman. Since then the tradition of flying kites on Makar Sankranti has started. Bathing, worship and charity have great importance on this day. From the day of Makar Sankranti, the Sun starts moving towards the north. Auspicious works begin from this festival itself. In such a situation, kites are used to celebrate the beginning of auspiciousness. The tradition of flying kites on Makar Sankranti to celebrate the arrival of auspiciousness in the house has been going on for centuries. Kites are also considered to give the message of happiness, love and auspiciousness. On this day, people gather under the open sky and fly kites collectively, which increases mutual brotherhood. Kites are considered a sign of happiness, freedom and auspiciousness. That’s why kites are flown even on Independence Day. Similarly, there is a tradition of flying kites on Makar Sankranti to celebrate the arrival of auspiciousness in the house. On the day of Makar Sankranti, a message of happiness is given to each other by flying kites.

How does kite flying reduce stress?

In today’s time, kite flying teaches people the lesson of unity. On the pretext of flying kites, all the family and surrounding members spend time together. One person handles the string and the other handles the manja. Many people enjoy watching that kite flying. No one feels bad even after losing in this. In this way, people learn to accept both victory and defeat in life under the pretext of kite flying. While flying a kite, a person feels very happy from within. As the kite takes flight, his mind also gets freed from all the worries and gets engaged in kite flying. In such a situation the person enjoys every moment completely. Flying a kite to a height and thinking every moment to save it from being cut gives inspiration and power for new thinking to a person. For this reason, kites are also considered the messenger of happiness and joy.

Was Lord Ram the first to fly a kite?

The kite which Lord Shri Ram had flown on the day of Makar Sankranti had reached Indralok. And Indra’s son Jayant got it. After this he handed over the kite to his wife. Here Lord Ram asked Hanuman ji to bring back that kite from Indralok. When Hanumanji reached Indralok and asked Jayant’s wife to return the kite, she told Hanumanji that she wanted to see Shri Ram first. On this Hanuman told the whole story to Lord Ram. Then Shri Ram said that she can visit him in Chitrakoot. When Hanuman ji gave him Ram ji’s message, he returned Shri Ram’s kite. After this, the tradition of flying kites on Makar Sankranti started and this tradition is being followed even today in many places in India. This is the reason why kites are flown on this day.

What is the relation of Sankranti with black clothes?

There is a tradition of wearing black clothes in Western India on the day of Makar Sankranti. Makar Sankranti is one of the Hindu festivals in which people wear black clothes. Generally black color is considered inauspicious, but due to two beliefs people wear black clothes. Actually black and dark colored clothes absorb more sunlight. When you stay in the sun, black colored clothes will absorb the sunlight faster and more, due to which the sunlight will be converted into heat and will stay on these clothes. Due to the entry of the Sun in the north direction on this day, the person Wearing black colored clothes is considered auspicious so that no trouble comes upon the person and the person remains mentally and physically healthy.

What should be done on the day of Makar Sankranti?

On Makar Sankranti, one should wake up early in the morning and offer water to the Sun and sit in the sunlight for some time. By doing this one gets religious benefits as well as health benefits. After bathing, water should be offered to the Sun God. Those who are not able to take bath in the river, they should take bath at home by mixing Ganga water in water. On the day of Makar Sankranti, one should not touch Tamasic food i.e. meat, fish, alcohol, garlic, onion and intoxicating things. On the day of Makar Sankranti, one should not use abusive words towards anyone including elders. It is a religious belief that eating curd-chuda and khichdi on the day of Makar Sankranti brings good luck. Donating curd, chuda and khichdi on this day is also considered auspicious. Apart from religious belief, Dahi Chuda and Khichdi also have scientific significance. The astrological configuration on Makar Sankranti is called ‘Maha-Snan-Yoga’. Some observers celebrate by bathing in rivers and lakes, especially at the confluence of sacred rivers. Makar Sankranti is also a harvest festival. Makar Sankranti is also known and recognized as a festival related to crops. Actually, this is the time when the harvest is ready and we are celebrating the same.
Can a person buy peace?

January 14th, 2024

Many times one has to give up worldly attachments for real peace of mind and real satisfaction of mind. Omen is not something available in the market which we can buy. Through Shrimad Bhagwat Geeta, he not only solved all the doubts and problems of Arjun, but also showed the human being the right direction to live life. The teachings given by Lord Krishna to Arjun during the Mahabharata war still serve as life management for the entire people. In its 18 chapters you will find the solution to all your problems and the way to fulfill your wishes. Whether the problem is mental, social or practical, in Geeta Krishna teaches Arjun that the events of birth and death are nothing more than the soul shedding its old clothes and wearing new clothes. Since the soul is the only eternal element in the world, whatever we acquire is stored with us only due to external reasons and can also be taken away from us due to other external reasons. Geeta tells us the causes of suffering and shows us the direction to get rid of them.

What is the cause of suffering in the world?

If we look at the Bhagavad Gita, we find that the main reason for the suffering in the world is our ignorance about the nature of the soul. We become afraid at the thought of the death of our relatives. Whatever we have earned or received, even the doubt of loss of it never allows our consciousness to be completely free. There is suffering in the world, this is the noble truth according to Buddhist philosophy. The second noble truth will also be the cause of suffering. Third, if there is a reason for sadness, it will also be resolved. The fourth noble truth is that if there is a solution to suffering then there is definitely a way to end it. But according to Buddhist philosophy, one’s suffering will be resolved through one’s own diligence and hard work. But the incompatibility between suffering and divine existence appears inevitable. The concepts of him being omnipotent, omniscient and compassionate are inherent in the concept of God itself. If this is so then he cannot be unaware of our sufferings. But despite having knowledge, it is impossible for him not to solve them. When God has the solution to solve human suffering, then why is life so painful in this world? Worldly suffering is not due to God but due to our own ignorance and ignorance. And its solution also lies in developing virtues in ourselves through our own hard work.

How should a man’s actions be?

It is mentioned in Geeta that according to Shri Krishna, love is the basis of human life. Only the person who has love in his life can find peace in life because peace lies in love only. It is said that if there is no love in life, even if a person achieves everything, he still does not get satisfaction. According to Shrimad Bhagwat Geeta, the main reason for the problems in any person’s life is wrong thinking. It has been described in Geeta that wrong thinking is considered to be the single biggest problem in life. And correct knowledge is considered to be the only solution to all the difficulties of every person. In this context, Shri Krishna says that a person should not always trust his mind because it deceives man again and again. Therefore, apart from the mind, a person should always remain focused on his work. This is the ultimate duty of everyone. The downfall of a person whose mind harbors too much ego, jealousy and hatred is certain. It is said in Geeta that all these instincts stick to the human being like termites and gradually make the human being hollow from within. It is said that the intellect is beyond the senses, the mind is beyond the intellect and consciousness is superior to the mind i.e. There is soul. According to Geeta, no work can be done without soul. Therefore the soul is considered a participant in every action. Therefore the deeds should be kept high.

Do desires cause suffering?

Shri Krishna has said in Geeta that human body is the field where war takes place. There are two armies in it, one Pandava i.e. virtuous and one Kaurava i.e. sinful. Therefore, man always remains entangled between the two and is never able to achieve peace in life. The greatest sorrow of human life occurs when he has no desire to live. Desire leads to sorrow and truth leads to happiness. No one understands or follows this. This is the biggest sorrow. Desire and ignorance are the roots of suffering. Desire refers to the longing for pleasure, material goods, and immortality, all of which are desires that can never be satisfied. As a result, desiring them can only bring suffering. If a person wants peace in life then it is not something that can be bought. A person can achieve peace in his life by reducing his cravings. Excess of anything destroys our peace. Like the desire to earn a lot of money, like the desire to get a lot of respect and prestige, like the desire to desire all the material resources of the world, all this becomes the cause of our sorrow. And if all these are not fulfilled by ourselves, we become deeply disappointed. This disappointment is the cause of our sorrows. Therefore, a person should be satisfied with whatever he gets. No matter how hard a person tries, he can never achieve more than luck. So stay satisfied and be happy.
Is it in your hands to change destiny?

January 14th, 2024

The scriptures say that fate is very powerful, but fate can be changed through effort. That means there is a need to maintain coordination between medicine and prayer. If both the inner light and the outer light work, then the matter is resolved. Eyes work when there is light in the eyes and light outside. Even if the sun is out outside, but there is no light in the eyes, there is darkness. Still, it was said that leave no stone unturned from your side. Whenever a person contacts an astrologer and gets his horoscope analyzed, the astrologer tells him different remedies according to each planet, which needs to be done for every person. Impossible. Every second person among us wants the answer to this question, how to change destiny?

What to do to change luck?

It is said in Bhagwat Mahapuran that, if you want your luck to flourish, luck to become good fortune then adopt six things. This message of this holy book is very amazing, adopt it in your life. The first thing is effort. Make continuous efforts and do not shy away from work. It is not enough just by joining hands, effort is also necessary. Hands should remain folded, head should remain bowed, but hands should keep moving towards effort. The second thing is courage. One should never lose courage, one should always maintain courage. There are problems in life at every step, do not sit disappointed, face the problems with courage. Only the one who overcomes the problem will be able to move forward and face every challenge. Lord Shri Krishna said that one has to be awake in life, not run away. Transform sadness into happiness, cowardice into bravery. A brave man attains martyrdom by dying once, a coward dies a thousand times a day. If you have courage within you, no matter how powerful it is, it cannot suppress you. For the person who is sleeping in laziness, it is Kaliyuga, for the one who started taking part, it is Dwapar Yuga, for the one who got up and stood up, it is Tretayuga, and for the one who got engaged in work, Satyuga has started. And his luck changed to good fortune.
And he achieved his goal.

Who writes our destiny?

Many people say that fate is written by God, while some people say that fate is decided by the planets and constellations. But man writes his own destiny, he can change his destiny through his hard work and honesty and can do things. There are many beliefs and beliefs about planets, constellations and destiny. Some people believe that destiny is created by God, some people believe that the planets and stars decide our destiny, while some say that destiny is created on the basis of the deeds done by us. Man does auspicious and auspicious deeds, God gives man results according to his deeds and planets and stars are the medium to give information about the results of his deeds. Man writes his own destiny and achieves his destination.

How is a person’s destiny formed?

Man is the creator of his own destiny, the calculations of astrology provide information about a person’s destiny and happiness and sorrow. If seen, whatever actions a person has done in the past, sooner or later he gets the result in the form of fate, that is, the fate of any person can be said to be the result of the deeds done by him earlier. Every human being You are helpless in the hands of your destiny, and the pen of destiny is in the hands of the creator. This pen of God which determines man’s fate is determined by man’s own actions. Change in destiny can be brought only through karma, the combined result of both the karma of the previous birth and the karma of this birth is called destiny. If it is written that suffering is a result of the deeds of the previous birth, then suffering can be reduced in this birth by doing charity, charity, remedy, worshiping God and other auspicious deeds. Inauspicious results cannot be completely eliminated, but their direction can be changed by taking certain measures. By doing right action in right direction, destiny starts changing, we just need to know the way, right way, right method, right time to do right action. Will power and determination can transform a person from a pauper to a king, and an ignorant person can become a great person. Therefore, if you want to change your destiny, then first of all strengthen your will power and determination and work in the right direction under the guidance of a qualified Guru, you will definitely get success. Life can definitely be changed through strong will power and determination. Future events are created by collecting the fruits of past good and bad deeds, every person writes his own destiny through his own deeds. According to Karma theory and beliefs, the cycle of karma and destiny is not limited to one birth, rebirth is a part of it,

The sure shot way to change your destiny?

The surest way to change destiny is devotion to God. Devotion does not just mean chanting the name and going to the temple. Devotion also means stimulating one’s emotions for one’s own sake. All the comforts, resources and relationships of the outside world do not always stay with us. But our own feelings always remain with us. For example, when you awaken within yourself the desire to get something, then your will power becomes so strong that you snatch that thing from the entire universe. Similarly, if you want your destiny to change, then the entire universe will follow your will power. All that is needed is determination and prayer. Prayer has so much power that it has the ability to change everything.
Why do only women have periods?

January 12th, 2024

Menstruation is a basic process in women. This natural action gives her the status of a woman in the society. It would not be wrong to say that the responsibility of human existence depends on this. There is no doubt that this universe was created by a woman. That is why God has made woman different from man. Men consider themselves capable in every field. But in today’s era, women are also keeping pace with men. The qualities that women possess, such as tolerance, kindness, sympathy, affection and the ability to lead in every field. A man can never have all these qualities. In ancient times, women used to be very worried and stressed about periods. But nowadays women are considering this as a physical change and are moving forward in every field.

According to Purana, why do women have periods?

According to the Purana, once ‘Jupiter’, who was the guru of the gods, once became very angry with the king of gods, Indra. Meanwhile, demons attacked Devlok and Indra had to leave Indralok. Then Indra reached Brahmaji and asked for his help. Then Brahma ji said, Indra Dev, you should serve a Brahma-knowledgeable person, in such a situation your sorrow will be solved. Then Indra started serving a Brahma-knowledgeable person. But he was unaware that the mother of that Brahma-gyani was a demon. Mother had a special attachment towards demons. In such a situation, all the havan material offered by Lord Indra to the gods was offered to the Brahma-knowledgeable demons. Due to this, Indra’s service was disrupted. When Indra came to know about this, he became very angry. He murdered that Brahma-gyani. Before committing the murder, Indra considered that Brahma-gyani as his Guru and killing a Guru is a grave sin. For this reason, he also became guilty of Brahmahatya. This sin started following him in the form of a terrible demon. Somehow Indra hid himself in a flower and continued doing penance to Lord Vishnu in it for many years. Lord Vishnu was pleased and saved Indra from the crime of killing Brahma. He gave a suggestion for salvation from this sin. As per the suggestion, Indra convinced the tree, water, land and woman to give up a little portion of his sin. After listening to Indra, he agreed. Indra asked to give each of them a boon.

First of all, the tree took one-fourth of the sin of Brahmahatya, in return for which Indra gave the tree a boon of coming alive on its own. After this, water took one-fourth share and Indra gave a boon to water that it would have the power to purify other things. In the third stage, the land took the blame of Brahma’s murder from Indra. In return, Indra gave a boon to the land that the water would have the power to purify other things. Any subsequent injuries will not affect her and she will be fine again. At last only the woman was left. The woman took the blame for Indra killing Brahma. In return, Indra gave a boon to the woman that women would menstruate every month. But women will be able to enjoy work many times more than men. According to mythological beliefs, women have been suffering the sin of killing Brahma i.e. killing their Guru for centuries. Therefore they are not allowed to go to their gurus in temples. It is believed that from then onwards menstruation started in women. In the modern era, people who follow scientific beliefs do not take these things seriously.

Is it because of periods that women’s mind becomes sharp?

There is another big difference in the way the brains of men and women work. A part of men’s brain works while doing any work. Whereas in women both parts of the brain work. The way the right or left side of the brain works is related to the hand. For example, if someone uses his right hand, then the knowledge of language is in the left part of his brain. But the structure of women’s brain is even different. According to research, when estrogen and progesterone hormones are released in women, only then both parts of their brain work more rapidly. This brings flexibility in the thinking ability of women. And the right part of the brain starts working at a faster pace. It has been observed that people whose right side of the brain works more solve mathematics problems faster. Monthly changes in the body affect the way the brain works. These changes in women are positive.

From a scientific point of view, menstruation is the bleeding caused by the breakdown of the endometrium, the inner surface of the uterus. To conceive, it is necessary for this process to be normal and this process also plays an important role in hormonal control in the body. There is no scientific basis for imposing various restrictions on women during menstruation. It is a traditional belief in various religions and cultures that during this period the woman should be kept away from the normal household work. But it is part of cultural and religious tradition. There is no fact or answer about this in science.