Dev Uthani Ekadashi Vrat Katha and Mantra

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Dev Uthani Ekadashi Vrat Katha and Mantra

All Vishnu devotees observe Dev Uthani Ekadashi vrat all across India and abroad. Read the article to know about Dev Uthani Ekadashi Vrat katha, Puja vidhi and mantra along with Tulsi Vivah story.

The eleventh day of Kartik month in waxing moon of Hindu calendar is known as many names such as Dev Uthani Ekadashi, Kartik Ekadashi, Prabodhini Ekadashi, Devuthav Ekadashi, Devothhani Gyaras, and Devutthana Ekadashi. This year it is falling on 25th November 2020 on Wednesday.

Lord Vishnu wakes up after a yoga slumber of four months in kshira Sagar from ashad Shukla and wakes up on Kartik Shukla Ekadashi.

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Basically, all auspicious works start from Devauthani Ekadashi, which were stopped on Devshayani Ekadashi. Lord Vishnu sleeps in these four months in kshira Sagar. This is the reason, Lord Vishnu is not worshiped on Diwali, but after awakening Lord Vishnu on Devauthani Ekadashi, all celebrate Dev Diwali by worshiping the deities, Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

Worshiping Lord Vishnu on the day of Devuthani Ekadashi keeps the special blessings of God on the whole family. With this, Goddess Lakshmi rains wealth, happiness, and prosperity at home.

Dev Uthani Ekadashi Puja Vidhi and Mantra

On the day of Prabodhini Ekadashi or Devauthani or Devotthani Ekadashi, people worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

To wake him up, devotees listen and read Bhagwat Katha, puranas, and sing bhajan in praise of the lord. People play ghanta, sankh, mridang, nagare and veena to wake Lord Vishnu from yog nidra.

People chant this mantra for Him to awake.

उत्तिष्ठो तिष्ठ गोविन्द त्यज निद्रां जगत्पते| त्वयि सुप्ते जगन्नाथ् जगत् सुप्तं भवेदिदम् ||

उत्थिते चेष्टते सर्वमुत्तिष्ठो तिष्ठ माधव | गता मेघा वियच्चैव निर्मलं निर्मलादिशः ||

Utitshthothist Govind tyaz nidram jagatapate| tvayi supte jagannath jagat suptam bhavedidam|

uthithe cheshte  sarva muttishthotitsht madav| gata megha viycchave nirmalam nirmaladisha ||

शारदानि च पुष्पाणि गृहान् मम केशव

‘Shardani ch pushpani grihan mam Keshav’

After that worship him by offering different types of flowers, leaves, and fruits. Decorate his temple and home temple with Vandana var of mango leaves. Worship him as according to panchdev puja Vidhan. In the end sing aarti by lighting ghee diya or karpura diya.

After that offer flowers by chanting this mantra ;

यज्ञेन यज्ञमयजन्त देवास्तानि धर्माणि प्रथमान्यासन |

तेह् नाकं महिमानः सचन्त यत्र पूर्वे संध्याः सन्ति देवाः ||

Yagnen yagyamayjant devastani dharmani prathamanasyan |

theh naakam mahimaanah schant yatra purve sandhyah santi devah||

Pray with this mantra

इयं तु द्वादशी देव प्रबोधाय विनिर्मिता | त्वयैव सर्वलोकानां हितार्थं शेषसायिना ||

इदं व्रतं मया देव कृतं प्रीत्यै तव प्रभो | न्यूनं संपूर्णतां यातु तवत्प्रसादज्जनार्दन ||

Iyam tu Dwadashi dev prabhodhay vinirmita | tvayev sarvalokanam hitratham sheshsayina||

Idam vratam maya dev kritam preetaye tab prabho | nyunam sampurnataam yaatu tvatprasadajnardana||

After that, distribute the prasad of Panchamrit or charnamrit to all the devotees.

On this day, lamps should be lit outside the houses and at the place of worship.

Importance of Dev Uthani Ekadashi

Dharmaraja Yudhishthira asked krishna, “O God! I heard a detailed description of Kartik Krishna Ekadashi i.e. Rama Ekadashi. Now please kindly tell me about Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. What is the name of this Ekadashi? What is the method and the result of observing this fast? Please explain all this in detail.

dev uthani ekadadhi vrat katha

Lord Shri Krishna said: This Ekadashi, which falls on the day of Tulsi wedding in the bright fortnight of Kartik month, is also called Vishnu Prabodhini Ekadashi, Dev-Prabodhini Ekadashi, Devotthan, Dev Uthav Ekadashi, Devauthani Ekadashi, Devotthan, Kartik Shukla Ekadashi, and Prabodhini Ekadashi. This is going to destroy the biggest sins. Listen carefully to what I am telling you.

Dev Uthani Ekadashi Vrat Katha

Once upon a time, there was a kingdom where everybody was fasting on Ekadashi. Nobody would eat food on that day including subjects, servants, and animals.

One day, A person from another kingdom, came to this state looking for a job. King got ready to give him a job but on one condition that he will not get to eat anything on the day of Ekadashi. He agreed and started working. When Ekadashi came, He was given fruits as a meal. But he felt hungry and pleaded to the king that fruits won’t be sufficient to fill his stomach. Therefore, he pleaded to the king to give him some grains otherwise he will die out of hunger.

The king reminded him about his agreement of not having grains on Ekadashi, but he pleaded and King arranged Flour, dal, and vegetables for him. After taking the supplies, He went to the river as usual and after a bath, prepared the meal. After preparing the meals, he called Bhagwan to come and have food with him.

On his calling, Chaturbhuj Shri Vishnu wearing yellow attire came and had food made by him. Shri Vishnu vanished after finishing the meals, and he went back to his work.

prabhodhini ekadashi

Fifteen days later, on the next Ekadashi, He went to the king and asked to double the supplies of grains because he remained hungry on the last Ekadashi. Maharaja asked the reason. On asking, he replied that Bhagwan came and ate along with him. That’s why the supplies are not enough for me.

After listening to his reply, the king got stunned. The king said I cannot trust you. I keep fast and worship Lord Vishnu, but He never came In front of me.

Hearing this, He said to the king – Maharaj! If you could not believe my words, why don’t you come and see by yourself?

On the day of Ekadashi, both went to the riverside. King hid behind the tree and that servant prepared the meals and started calling for the Lord to come and have the meal. But after calling many times, Sri Hari did not come. The evening was also getting over but Lord did not show off.

After waiting for so long, The person lost his hope and said I will give up my life by jumping into the river. After seeing no sign of the lord, he made up his mind to end his life. As he was about to jump into the river, Lord Vishnu on seeing his strong will came to him and had meals with him. After eating the foods, Lord Vishnu took him with him to his abode on his plane

Seeing this amazing Leela, King realized that just by observing fast, one cannot see Lord, for that to happen, one should observe fast wholeheartedly with full devotion. Subsequently, The king started to fast with a pure mind and finally got to heaven.

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Tulsi Vivah

On Prabodhini Ekadashi, many people perform Tulsi Vivah, but five days starting from Ekadashi till Kartik Purnima is also a very auspicious time to perform Tulsi vivah Pujan.

As per Padmpuran. Kartik Shukla Navami is the day for performing Tulsi Vivah, But as per many scriptures, these five days from Ekadashi to Kartik Poornima are more auspicious and popular for Tulsi vivah.

Tulsi Vivah Story

There is a popular story behind the marriage of Lord Shaligram and Mata Tulsi. Actually, Vrinda, the wife of a demon named Jalandhar, was extremely pious. To defeat Jalandhar, it was necessary to deviate from the austerity of Vrinda. In order to do that, Lord Vishnu changed his form and tricked Vrinda, thus dissolving the piousness of Vrinda and, as a result, Lord Shiva killed Jalandhar.

For this deceit, Vrinda cursed Lord Vishnu to turn black rock. Consequently, Lord Vishnu transformed into sila and came to be called Shaligram. After the request of Goddess Lakshmi, She took back the curse from Lord Vishnu and self-immolated herself in the fire. Her ashes turned into Tulsi Plant.

In order to please Tulsi, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu gave her a boon, that whoever worships Tulsi, will get the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. To commemorate Tulsi’s austerity, people organize Tulsi Vivah and get blessings from Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, and Goddess Tulsi.

In a nutshell, Listening and reading Dev Uthani Ekadashi Vrat Katha and performing Tulsi Vivah on Dev Uthani Ekadashi is very auspicious and removes the big sins of many births.

You may also like to read Importance of Ekadashi Vrat.

Aarti Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari ki

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Aarti Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari ki

Aarti Kunj Bihari ki Lyrics in Hindi

aarti kunj bihari

आरती कुंजबिहारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥
आरती कुंजबिहारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

गले में बैजंती माला,
बजावै मुरली मधुर बाला ।
श्रवण में कुण्डल झलकाला,
नंद के आनंद नंदलाला ।
गगन सम अंग कांति काली,
राधिका चमक रही आली ।
लतन में ठाढ़े बनमाली
भ्रमर सी अलक,
कस्तूरी तिलक,
चंद्र सी झलक,
ललित छवि श्यामा प्यारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥
॥ आरती कुंजबिहारी की…॥

कनकमय मोर मुकुट बिलसै,
देवता दरसन को तरसैं ।
गगन सों सुमन रासि बरसै ।
बजे मुरचंग,
मधुर मिरदंग,
ग्वालिन संग,
अतुल रति गोप कुमारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्णमुरारी की ॥
॥ आरती कुंजबिहारी की…॥

जहां ते प्रकट भई गंगा,
सकल मन हारिणि श्री गंगा ।
स्मरन ते होत मोह भंगा
बसी शिव सीस,
जटा के बीच,
हरै अघ कीच,
चरन छवि श्रीबनवारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्णमुरारी की ॥
॥ आरती कुंजबिहारी की…॥

चमकती उज्ज्वल तट रेनू,
बज रही वृंदावन बेनू ।
चहुं दिसि गोपि ग्वाल धेनू
हंसत मृदु मंद,
चांदनी चंद,
कटत भव फंद,
टेर सुन दीन दुखारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्णमुरारी की ॥
॥ आरती कुंजबिहारी की…॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥
आरती कुंजबिहारी की,
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

Aarti kunj bihari ki lyrics in English

aarti kunj bihari ki

Aarati Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki.

Gale me vaijyanti mala. Bajaave murali madhur baala
Shravan me kundal jhalkaala, Nand ke anand Nand lala,

Gagan sam ang kanti kaali, Radhika chamak rahi aali
Latan me thaade banmaali

Bhramar si alak, Kasturi tilak, Chandra si jhalak,
Lalit chavi shyama pyari ki, Shree Giridhar Krishna Murari ki
Aarati Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki ||

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki

Kanakmay mor mukut bilse, devata darsan ko tarse
Gagan so suman raasi bares

Baje murchang, madhur mridang, gwaalin ke sang
Atul rati gop kumari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki

Aarti Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki

Jahaan se pragat bhayi ganga, kalush kali haarini shri ganga,
Smaran se hot moh bhanga

Basi shiv shish, jataa ke beech, harei agh keech;
Charan chhavi Shri Banvari ki. Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki…

Aarti Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki

Chamakati ujjawal tat renu, baj rahi vrindavan benu
Chahu disi gopi gwaal dhenu

Hansat mridu mand, chandani chandra, katat bhav phand
Ter sun deen bhikhaari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki

Aarti Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki

Aarti Kunj Bihari ki, Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari ki ||

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Diwali Significance and Puja Vidhi with Mantra

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Diwali Significance and Puja Vidhi with Mantra

Diwali or Deepawali is the most iconic festival of Hindus celebrated across the length and breadth of the country. This year, Diwali will be celebrated on 4th November. Read on to know more about the festival of lights- Diwali and Diwali Puja Vidhi with mantra and its significance.

importance of diwali

Significance of Diwali

The literal meaning of Deepawali (deep – lights, vali – row or cluster) is “Rows of lights”. Diwali is festivals of joy, illumination, generosity, and exuberance. Deepawali signifies the importance of knowledge, righteousness and integrity. The light of knowledge removes the darkness of thoughts produced by ignorance

People decorate their houses and offices with toran, rangoli, and diyas or lamps. People wear new clothes, all family members come together to celebrate this festival with exuberance and exchanges gifts among themselves. Everyone comes together to burn firecrackers. It is believed that fireworks ward off evil spirits.

Kartik Amavasya i.e.15th day of new moon day is the darkest night of the year and lighting diyas on this day signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over bad deeds, and virtuous over evil. In order to, invite Goddess Lakshmi, people light Diya at the entrance of their home and windowsills and let open their doors for her to enter.

People clean and decorate their home and place of work to welcome the Goddess of wealth and prosperity Lakshmi. Along with Goddess Lakshmi People also worship Lord Ganesh, Goddess Kali, and Sarasvati, Kuber, and Indra. Businessmen and traders also worship their account books to ensure year-long profits.

As per Padam Puran, arranging diyas in rows and mandala on the day of Kartik Amavasya may help to attain Param pad or absolute salvation.

कार्तिक मास्यमावास्या तस्यां दीप प्रदीपनम् |

शालायां ब्राह्मणः कुर्यात् स गच्छेत् परमं पदम् ||

Kartike maasyamavasya tasyam deep pradeepanam | shalayam bhramanah kuryat sa gacchet param padam ||

According to Brahma Purana, The Goddess of wealth Lakshmi visits the cleanest houses to bless the devotees with wealth, prosperity, and good fortunes. That’s why cleaning is the most important aspect of the Diwali festival. The reason being, after rain, the house gets dirty due to dirt and cobwebs. To remove this filth and odor, people, clean and paint their houses.

Why do we celebrate Diwali

Lord Rama came back with his consort Seetha and Brother Laxman after completing the exile of 14 years. To welcome them, People lit diyas all across the streets and decorated the city like a newly-wed bride. The people of Ayodhya illuminated the city to commemorate his king Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana.

As per other sources, on this Kartik Krishna Amavasya, Goddess Lakshmi emerged from the churning of the cosmic ocean where deva and asura both participated. On the auspicious day of Deepawali, Goddess Lakshmi chose Lord Vishnu for marriage.

In Jainism and Sikhism, this day also holds an important place. Jain Teerthankar Mahavira Swami attained moksha on Diwali, thus celebrated as Mahavira nirvana diwas in the Jain community.

Guru Hargovind Singh, the sixth Sikh guru, was released on this day from the captivity of Jahangir along with 52 other Hindu kings.

Diwali Puja Vidhi

diwali puja vidhi

Diwali Puja vidhi differ across regions and customs vary from family to family. Though the basic method is the same. Some people worship only Goddess Lakshmi and Ganesh while some like to pray Lakshmi Ganesh, Sarasvati along with Ganga Ji.

On Kartik Krishna Amavasya, after taking bath early in the morning, Take Sankalp by chanting this mantra

“मम सर्वपच्छान्ति पूर्वकदीर्घायुष्यबल्पुष्टिनैरुज्यदिसकलशुभ्फलप्राप्त्यर्थं गजतुरगरथराज्यैश्वर्यदिसकलसंपदामुत्तरोत्तराभिवृद्धयेअर्थं इन्द्रकुबेरसहितं श्री लक्ष्मी पूजनं करिष्ये “

After taking Sankalp, keep fast either without water or on fruits depending upon your capacity.

In the evening, again take bath, and in your pooja room or wealth storage room, place murti of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh on a chauki or on an elevated platform on red cloth. After that draw ashtdal with akshat, and fill a copper, silver, or gold pot with water along with, betel nut,Akshat and coin. Keep some grains on top of kalash and Place this kalash in front of Mutis.

diwali puja vidhi

After placing Murti, chant

‘Shri Ganeshaye Namah’

‘Lakshmaye Namah’

‘Indraye namah’ and ‘Kuberaye namah’

It is customary to invoke Lord Ganesh before anyone else because he is vighnaharta Thus, removes all obstacles and brings auspiciousness to occasion.

Mantra for Lord Ganesh

वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्य कोटि समप्रभा , निविघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्व कार्येषु सर्वदा ||

Vakratunda mahakaya suryakoti samprabha | nirvighnam Kurume dev sarva karyesu sarvada ||

Mantra for Goddess Lakshmi

नमस्ते सर्वदेवानां वरदासि हरेः प्रिया | या गतिस्त्वत्प्रपन्नानां सा मे भूयात्त्वदर्चनात ||

Namste sarvadevanam vardasi hareh Priya| yaa gatistvaatprapannanam sa me bhuyatvadarchanam

Mantra for Indra Poojan

ऐरावत समारुढा व्रज्रहस्तो महाबलः | शत यज्ञाधिपो देवस्तस्मा इन्द्राय ते नमः ||

Airavatsamrudho vrajahasto mahabalah| shatyagnadhipodevastasma indraye ten amah ||

Mantra for Kuber Poojan

धनदाय नमस्तुभ्यं निधिपद्माधिपाय च | भवन्तु त्वत्प्रसादान्मे धनधान्यादिसंपदः ||

Dhandaay namustubhyam nidhipadmadhipay cha|

Bhavantu tvatprasadnme dhandhaayadisampadah ||

diwali sweets

Make offerings of flowers, fruits, sweets, puffed rice, batasha to the deities, and lit clay diyas in every nook and corner of the house. After that, enjoy the sweets and savories with your friends and family, burn firecrackers and share happiness.

Happy Diwali to all the readers of Devotionalfolks.

You may also like to read Dhanteras puja vidhi and Narak Chaturdashi Puja Vidhi

Shri Shiva Panchakshar Stotram

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Shri Shiva Panchakshar Stotram

Shri Shiva Panchakshar Strotam

lord shiv
Composed by great Saint and poet Adi Shankaracharya, Shiv Panchakshar strotam is a boon for devotees of Shiva. Its recitation is very auspicious during the month of Shravan (Sawan).

Click to know more about Sawan Somvar vrat: Sawan Somvar Vrat

Shri Shiv Panchakshar Strotam

Nagendra-Haaraaya Tri-Lochanaaya
Bhasma-Anga-Raagaaya Maheshvaraaya |
Nityaaya Shuddhaaya Dig-Ambaraaya
Tasmai “Na” Kaaraaya Namah Shivaaya ||1||

नागेन्द्रहाराय त्रिलोचनाय
भस्माङ्गरागाय महेश्वराय ।
नित्याय शुद्धाय दिगम्बराय
तस्मै नकाराय नमः शिवाय

Who has three eyes, whose body is smeared with ashes, who wear clothes of directions means who is ever free, I bow down to ‘Na’ form of Shiv who is pure immortal Lord of Gods.

Mandaakinii-Salila-Chandan-Charchitaaya
Nandi-Eshvar-Pramatha-Naatha-Maheshvaraaya |
Mandaara-Pushpa-Bahu-Pushpa-Su-Puujitaaya
Tasmai “Ma” Kaaraaya Namah Shivaaya ||2||

मन्दाकिनीसलिलचन्दनचर्चिताय
नन्दीश्वरप्रमथनाथमहेश्वराय ।
मन्दारपुष्पबहुपुष्पसुपूजिताय,
तस्मै मकाराय नमः शिवाय।।

Who is worshiped by water from sacred river Ganga and smeared with sandal paste, revered with mandaar and other beautiful flowers. I salute to ‘Ma‘ form of Shiv who is the Lord of Nandi and other creatures.

Shivaaya Gauri-Vadana-Abja-Vrinda- 
Suuryaaya Daksha-dhvara-Naashakaaya |
Shri-Niilakanntthaaya Vrisa-Dhvajaaya
Tasmai “Shi” Kaaraaya Namah Shivaaya ||3||

शिवाय गौरीवदनाब्जबृंदा
सूर्याय दक्षाध्वरनाशकाय ।
श्रीनीलकण्ठाय वृषध्वजाय,
तस्मै शिकाराय नमः शिवाय ।।

 

ardhnarishwar

Who is blissful, and whose divine aura, which is like the sun brightens up beautiful smile of Devi Parvathi. Who destroyed Yagya of Daksha, whose flag has an image of a bull. I salute to’ shi‘ form of blue throat Shiva.

Vashissttha-Kumbhodbhava-Gautama-Aarya-
Muni-Indra-Deva-Aarcita-Shekharaaya |
Chandra-Aarka-Vaishvaanara-Lochanaaya
Tasmai “Va” Kaaraaya Namah Shivaaya ||4||

वशिष्ठकुम्भोद्भवगौतमार्यमूनीन्द्र देवार्चिता शेखराय ।
चन्द्रार्कवैश्वानरलोचनाय,
तस्मै वकाराय नमः शिवाय ।।

Vashistha, Agastya, and Gautham like great sages, and Indra and other devas revered him and worship him. I bow down to the ‘Va’ form of Shiva who has Sun, Moon, and Agni (fire) as his eyes.

Yajnya-Svaruupaaya Jataa-Dharaaya
Pinaaka-Hastaaya Sanaatanaaya |
Divyaaya Devaaya Dig-Ambaraaya
Tasmai “Ya” Kaaraaya Namah Shivaaya ||5||

यज्ञस्वरूपाय जटाधराय
पिनाकहस्ताय सनातनाय ।
दिव्याय देवाय दिगम्बराय
तस्मै यकाराय नमः शिवाय।।

 

 

Who is an embodiment of Yajna( sacrifice), who has matted hair, and carry trident in his hand, I bow down to ‘Ya’ form of divine and eternal Shiva.

Panchaaksaram-Idam Punnyam Yah Patthe-ch-Shiva-Sannidhau|
Shivalokam-vaapnoti Shivena Saha Modate ||6||

पञ्चाक्षरमिदं पुण्यं यः पठेच्छिवसंनिधौ ।
शिवलोकमावाप्नोति शिवेन सह मोदते।।

One who recites these verses in front of Shiva Linga attains Shiv Loka (Adobe of Shiva) and will be blissful forever.

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History of Raksha Bandhan

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History of Raksha Bandhan

History and Importance of Raksha Bandhan

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Raksha Bandhan is one of the famous and popular festivals of India. Raksha Bandhan means bond of protection. It is a celebration of the bond of affection between brothers and sisters. The relationship between siblings denotes invaluable friendship and loving bond and sometimes fights over trivial things. This festival makes this eternal bond more strong and deeper. Sister ties thread to her brother’s wrist and pray for his well-being and happiness while brother gives a gift or shagun and takes a pledge to protect her. It’s an occasion of family bonding and togetherness. This celebration breaks the monotony of daily life and brings the family together to celebrate the festival.

This year on 26th August, Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi will be celebrated all across the Indian subcontinent, Nepal, Mauritius, and Hindu communities all over the world. Sikh and Jain communities also celebrate Raksha Bandhan.

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The full moon day of Shravan month is one of the auspicious days in a Hindu calendar. fisher communities of Maharashtra, Goa, and Kerela celebrate this day as Narali Poornima or Nariyal Poornima and they pray Sea God Varun to seek protection.  In West Bengal, Jhulan Poornima is marked for worshiping Radha Krishna. In central India, people celebrate Kajari Poornima. Gamha Poornima celebrates in the state of Odisha while Avani Avittam in South India. In Uttarakhand, brahmins observe Yojnopavit or Janeyu change ceremony.

Legends behind Raksha Bandhan

Mentions of Raksha Bandhan dates back to puranic times. Our scriptures have many references for this ritual of tying string for well-being and protection from evil.  Punya Pradayak Parva and Paap Nashak Parv as mentioned in scriptures is another name of this festival, which means a festival that bestows the boon and destroys all sins.

The legend from Bhavishya Puran

During the devasur Sangram (God and demons war), Demon Brutra was on the verge of winning but lost to Indira. Upset by the losing the war, Bruta consulted Asur Guru Shukracharya. Guru Shukracharya told him that Dev Guru Brihaspati advised Indra to tie a consecrated string on Shravan Poornima. Indrani, wife of Indra tied thread energized by the mantra to his wrist. As a result, Indra won the battle. Rakshasutra made him Invincible. This is the impact of the Raksha sutra which not only protects but also gives power, wealth, and happiness.

Great Epic Mahabharata

In Raj-suya Yagya, Lord Krishna’s finger got hurt and started bleeding after slaying evil king Shishupala. Seeing the blood, Draupadi tore a part of her sari and tied it around Krishna’s wrist to stop blood flow. The kind act of Draupadi made Lord Krishna touched and indebted and he pledged to protect her in all circumstances whenever she needs. When Pandav lost her wife Draupadi in the gamble, Duryodhana ordered his brother Dussasana to disrobe her in court. Lord Krishna elongated Draupadi’s sari and thus saved her dignity.

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As mentioned in Mahabharat, Lord Krishna suggested Yudhishthira perform this sacred ritual to protect himself and the army from the ill effects of war. Therefore, on Lord Krishna’s advice, Kunti tied rakhi to her grandson Abhimanyu and Draupadi tied Rakhi to Lord Krishna.

Goddess Lakshmi And Demon King MahaBali

Lord Vishnu left his abode Vaikuntha to guard his ardent devotee Mahabali’s Kingdom. This made Goddess Lakshmi very sad. So, She took refuge in Bali’s palace in disguise as a Brahmin woman. On the day of Shravan Poornima, she tied rakhi to the wrist of Mahabali and revealed the truth and reason for coming to his place. Mahabali was moved to know the greatness of his Lord who himself came to protect him and his kingdom. As a result, He sacrificed everything he had for Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. He requested Lord Vishnu to accompany Goddess Lakshmi in Vaikuntha.

Baleva, the other name of the festival marks the great devoutness of demon king Mahabali for Lord Vishnu. Thus from this day onward, it is customary to invite sisters on Shravan Poornima for thread tying ceremony.

Historical References of Raksha Bandhan

In 326BC wife of Alexander Roxana tied the Rakhi to King Pauras and took a promise from him not to harm his husband. Although King Pauras fought the battle but avoided a direct fight with Alexander so that he can serve his promise.

Rani Karnavati of Chittor sent Rakhi to Mughal Emperor Humayun and asked to protect her kingdom from the invasion of Bahadur Shah. Unfortunately, Humayun came late and She along with other women of the kingdom immolated themselves to save the honor from the hands of invaders.

From the history and origin of this festival, we can conclude that Raksha Bandhan not only holds significance for siblings but it is relevant in modern times as well. Rabindra Nath Tagore organized this festival to strengthen the communal bond between Hindus and Muslims during the colonial period. Therefore, Political parties celebrate this festival every year to promote harmonious relations between different societies.

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Symbolically, this Hindu festival Raksha Bandhan is a festival of family, society, and harmony. On the core of this festival lies ancient wisdom of inculcating peaceful coexistence and righteous behavior towards each other.

Everything you need to know about Hartalika Teej Vrat Katha and Pujan Vidhi

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Everything you need to know about Hartalika Teej Vrat Katha and Pujan Vidhi

India, which is Bharat, is famous for diversity which is not only reflected in culture and traditions but how different festivals have been celebrated in different parts of the country also gives a clear picture of unity in diversity. Hartalika Teej vrat is a famous vrat festival that is observed by women and girls in almost every part of India.

Haritalika Teej vrat is one fasting festivity that is celebrated in almost every part of India be it north, south, east, or west. In northern parts such as Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh, it is celebrated as Teeja. In West Bengal and Sikkim, as Hartalika teej. It is known as Hartalika Tritiya Vrat in Maharashtra and Kevda Teej in Gujrat. In the southern part such as Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka, it is popular as Gowri Habba. Other than India, the women of Nepal also keep this fast.

Significance of Hartalika Teej

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Teej means the third day in the Hindu lunar calendar. So there are different Teej celebrated across India such as Kajri Teej, Hariyali Teej, and Hartalika Teej which fall in the Shravan and Bhadrapada months of the Hindu calendar. Haritalika teej is observed on Tritiya or third day of Shukla paksha or wanning phase of moon in Bhadrapad mass. This festival comes in August or September month.

This vrat gets its mention in the Bhavisyottar Puran. Mata Parvati kept this vrat for getting Lord Shiva as her Husband. Haritalika Teej vrat is one of the most pious and popular fasts among women and unmarried girls. By the way, its a very difficult fast because its a Nirjala upvas. Nirjala upvas means keeping fast without having water. Unmarried or married women of all age groups pray and keep nirjala upvas to seek the blessing of Goddess Parvati.

Hartalika Teej Puja Vidhi

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Hartalika Teej Vrat Pooja Timings

According to scriptures, “भाद्रस्य कजली कृष्णा शुक्ला च हरितालिका ||” Hartalika falls on third day(tritiya) of wanning moon of bhadrapad month while kajal falls on tritiya of waxing phase of moon.

The timing of puja depends on the muhurat, most people do the pooja in pradosh kalam which means in the evening but morning muhurats also be followed sometime.

Hartalika Teej Poojan Vidhi

Sankalp Mantra

On the day of tritiya tithi, the woman who is observing fast should take bath of amla and sesame. After the bath ritual, dressed in fine clothes she should take sankalpam after reciting this mantra:

“मम् उमामहेश्वर सायुज्यसिद्धये हरितालिकाव्रतमहं करिष्ये |“

Bhavishyottar puran

Pooja Vidhi and Mantra

After sankalpam, she should collect and arrange the puja samgri like sand or clay made Shiv Parvati idol, shringar samgari like bangles, sindoor, kumkum, mehndi, Alta, etc. Flowers, mishtan, and fruits as offerings.

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First of all, sit in Infront of idols and pray to Shri Ganesha for removing obstacles, then recite these mantra for Gauri and Shiva:

ॐ उमायै पार्वत्यै जगद् धात्रै जगत् प्रतिष्ठायै शन्तिरुपिन्यै शिवायै ब्रम्ह्ररूपिण्यै

ॐ हराय महेश्वराय शम्भवे शूलपाणि पिनाकध्रषे शिवाय पशुपतयै महादेवाय नमः

After sthapan and pujan, do the shodashopchar poojan vidhi followed by deep and dhoop. Reading Hartalika teej vrat katha followe by aarti is a major aspect of this pooja.

After that, recite this mantra and do the nirahar upvaas.

देवि देवि उमे गौरी त्राहि मां करुणानिधे | ममापराधाः क्षन्तव्या भुक्तिमुक्ति प्रदा भव ||

The second day after Parana and puja, break your fast. One can also give ahuti of ghee and sesame seeds. You can also give food items to the needy first and after that have your food.

Hartalika Teej Vrat Katha

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Hartalika is made up of two Sanskrit words ‘Harit’ i.e. abduction and ‘Aalika’ means female friend or Sakhi. Female friends of Goddess Parvati helped her to escape to the forest to save her from marriage against her will. In that way, they helped Mata Parvati, so that she can perform severe austerity to seek Lord Shiva as her husband.

Vrat Katha

The Vrat Katha starts with the conversation between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Once upon a time in a beautiful valley of Kailash parvat, Maa Parvati asked Lord Shiva what is the secret of getting knowledge in a very short span. What good deeds have I done to get you as my life partner?

Then Lord Shiva answers her better half by telling a story of her severe penance that led them to get married to each other. Maa Parvati was the daughter of the king of Himalaya. Since childhood, she was performing hard penance as she wanted Lord Shiva as her husband. Because she was so absorbed in her devotion, she became very feeble. By looking at her condition, King Himvan got worried about her and asked Narad muni for a solution. Narad muni told Himalaya to get her daughter married to Lord Vishnu. King was happy that my daughter would be very lucky to have Lord Vishnu as her husband, He agreed to the marriage

Knowing her father’s will, Goddess Parvati, got very sad and asked her friends for their help. Her friends after knowing her serious love for Lord Shiva agreed to save her from marriage against her will. Because Lord Shiva was ascetic, Mata Gauri has to perform severe austerity to get his attention. So her female friends took Mata Parvati to the thick forest. She started her austerity on the banks of river Ganga. After many years of serious penance, Lord Shiva gave her a boon to be her husband.

King Himvan thought that she got abducted. When he found out about her daughter’s intentions, He agreed to marry her to ascetic Lord Shiva. that’s how by doing penance for many years and by eating only leaves, her wishes got fulfilled.

To get the fulfillment of wishes, a woman should do Hartalika fast as Mata Gauri did for Lord Shiva. Just as a mother attained Lord Mahadev by doing such severe penance, similarly, by observing Hartalika for one day, one attains the same virtue as her. By just only hearing this Katha, one can get more virtues than by performing Ashwamedha yagna.

Iti shri Bhavishyotthar Purane Hargauri samvade Hartalika vrat katha sampurnaah||

Om Parvati pataye namah.

9 Mystical and Devotional Facts about Lord Ganesh

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9 Mystical and Devotional Facts about Lord Ganesh

 

जय श्री गणेशाये नमः

In Hindu religion Lord Ganesh is most beloved and famous God and worshipped before invoking any God or beginning any ceremonial rites be it marriage, entering a new home or starting a new business venture. Lord Ganesh, Son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, is the destroyer of selfishness and ego and remover of obstacles. He is easily identified by his elephant head, curved trunk, and potbellied attributes. let’s head to read  9 mystical and devotional facts about our most popular deity Lord Ganesha.

Ganesh means Lord of gana (celestial beings). As per Sri, Sri Gana means groups of atoms and different energies which form this universe. He is a controller of all these groups of atoms and energies so he is known as Ganapati or Ganesh (eesh of ganas). So you don’t need to pray to all celestial beings, Praying Lord Ganesh alone removes all obstacles and pave the way for success.

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Lord Ganesh’s one of the significant attributes is his wisdom and intellect. His big elephant head gives us a message of thinking big and to remain focused.

Ganesh’s one of the attributes is his protruding belly. As per scripture, he is known as Lambodara or Mahodara because he carries the entire cosmos of past present and future in his belly. Other symbolism of his potbelly is his generosity. He is very generous in fulfilling the desires of his devotees. Now you know why is a very famous and beloved God.

Lord Ganesh has very big ears and the curved trunk. His trunk represents Om symbol and big ears mean he is very attentive and all ears for our wishes and prayers.

All budding artists and writers, please pay attention to this point. Ekdant is one of the names of Lord Ganesh. Ekdant signifies oneness(ekatm) with the Brahma. Did you wonder where is his other tusk? He used his broken tusk to write great epic Mahabharata dictated by Ved Vyasa. Lord Ganesh is a patron of art and letters. Now you know whom should you pray for your success.

Mystical facts about Lord Ganesh

Every God has its own distinct animal or bird vehicle to drive. Our chubby Ganesh rides on Mouse. His mouse represents ego and desires which should be under control. For controlling ego one must be grounded. Now seeing a rat would instantly give you a message of being grounded and self-contained.

Mystical and devotional facts about Lord Ganesha
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Mostly statues and idols of Lord Ganesh depicts four hands. In his upper right hand, he carries elephant goad (Ankush) and in left upper hand Paash(noose). In some statues, lower hands carry lotus and Pot of grains while others depict Abhay Mudra and rosary. By Ankush, he steers his devotee to be on the righteous path and also using goad where evil ambitions need to be checked. Furthermore, He uses paash to capture all difficulties and adversity of his devotees.

In yogic parlance, Lord Ganesh represents Muladhara Chakra located at the base of the spine where kundalini (Adi Shakti) stays slumber. As a first step, in order to awaken kundalini, you need to stabilize the Muladhara chakra. Or in other words, one must pray son Ganesh to please Adi Shakti Parvathi.

Facts about Lord Ganesha
Muladhara Chakra

Lord Ganesh has two consorts Riddhi (one who grants prosperity) and Siddhi (one who grants intellect). Who bore him two sons known as Subh and laabh. You might have purchased stickers of Subh , Laabh and Riddhi, Siddhi during Diwali festival. Now you know the significance of these stickers and the relation with Lord Ganesh.

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Shri Ganesh Aarti – A Perfect Blend of Love and Devotion

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Shri Ganesh Aarti – A Perfect Blend of Love and Devotion

Lord Ganesha is the first and foremost revered deity in Hinduism because he fills his devotee’s life with auspiciousness and removes the obstacles.

His devotees worship him in many ways. In general, Aarti is one of them.

Aarti is performed in every pooja. Moreover Its the concluding step of any worship ritual.

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Shri Ganesh Aarti Lyrics in Hindi

जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा

एकदन्त दयावन्त चारभुजाधारी
माथे पर तिलक सोहे, मूसे की सवारी

पान चढ़े फूल चढ़े और चढ़े मेवा
लड्डुअन का भोग लगे सन्त करे सेवा

जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा

अँधे को आँख देत कोढ़िन को काया
बाँझन को पुत्र देत निर्धन को माया

सूर श्याम शरण आए सफल कीजे सेवा
माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा||

दीनन की लाज रखो, शंभु सुतकारी। 
कामना को पूर्ण करो जय बलिहारी।

जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा

माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा
माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा||

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Lord Ganesha Aarti Lyrics in English

Jai ganesh jai ganesh jai ganesh deva
mata jaki parvati, pita mahadeva

ekdanta dayavanta, char bhujadhaari
mathe par tilak sohe, moose ki savari

paan charhe, phool charhe aur charhe meva
ladduan ka bhog lage, sant karein seva

Jai ganesh jai ganesh jai ganesh deva
mata jaki parvati, pita mahadeva

andhe ko aankh deta, korhina ko kaya
baanjhana ko putra deta, nirdhana ko maya

soora shyama sharana aaye, saphal kije seva
mata jaki parvati, pita mahadeva

Jai ganesh jai ganesh jai ganesh deva
mata jaki parvati, pita mahadeva

maata jaki parvati, pitaa mahadeva
mataa jaki parvati, pita mahadeva..

Interpretation of Shri Ganesh Aarti

Interpretation of any devotional prayers is complicated because it involves not only words but deep within it carries emotions and feelings for your beloved deity.

Hail Lord Ganesha, whose mother is Parvati and father is Lord Mahadev.

Lord Ganesha has one tusk. (Because the other one got broken) Even then, He is very kind in giving boons. He has four arms; therefore, he showers fourfold blessings and grace. His forehead is adorned with Tilak, and he takes a mouse for the ride.

Devotees offer him betel leaves, nuts, flowers, and laddoos. Furthermore, Saints become happy by serving him.

When it comes to blessing, Lord Ganesha bestows eyesights on those who have lost it. He also reforms the body of those who have leprosy. He blesses women with offspring and also gives wealth to the needy.

In the end, Sur Shyam says that Lord Ganesha fulfills every wish, whoever comes under his refuge. So hail Lord Ganesha.

To read more facts about Lord Ganesh click here

Please comment on your experience in the comment box if you have, too, felt his grace.

Shiv Chalisa – 40 verses to invoke Grace of Lord Shiva

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Shiv Chalisa – 40 verses to invoke Grace of Lord Shiva

Shiv Chalisa is a prayer in praise of Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva along with Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu are Gods of Hindu trinity. Lord Shiva is most revered God among Hindus. Praying Lord Shiva during Sravan month is very auspicious. Shiv Chalisa composed by a saint Ayodhyadas is easy to recite and fulfills the devotee with love and peace.

Shiv Chalisa Lyrics in Hindi

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॥दोहा॥

जय गणेश गिरिजा सुवन, मंगल मूल सुजान। कहत अयोध्यादास तुम, देहु अभय वरदान॥

॥चौपाई॥

जय गिरिजा पति दीन दयाला। सदा करत सन्तन प्रतिपाला॥
भाल चन्द्रमा सोहत नीके। कानन कुण्डल नागफनी के॥

अंग गौर शिर गंग बहाये। मुण्डमाल तन क्षार लगाए॥
वस्त्र खाल बाघम्बर सोहे। छवि को देखि नाग मन मोहे॥

मैना मातु की हवे दुलारी। बाम अंग सोहत छवि न्यारी॥
कर त्रिशूल सोहत छवि भारी। करत सदा शत्रुन क्षयकारी॥

नन्दि गणेश सोहै तहँ कैसे। सागर मध्य कमल हैं जैसे॥
कार्तिक श्याम और गणराऊ। या छवि को कहि जात न काऊ॥

देवन जबहीं जाय पुकारा। तब ही दुख प्रभु आप निवारा॥
किया उपद्रव तारक भारी। देवन सब मिलि तुमहिं जुहारी॥

तुरत षडानन आप पठायउ। लवनिमेष महँ मारि गिरायउ॥
आप जलंधर असुर संहारा। सुयश तुम्हार विदित संसारा॥

त्रिपुरासुर सन युद्ध मचाई। सबहिं कृपा कर लीन बचाई॥
किया तपहिं भागीरथ भारी। पुरब प्रतिज्ञा तासु पुरारी॥

दानिन महँ तुम सम कोउ नाहीं। सेवक स्तुति करत सदाहीं॥
वेद माहि महिमा तुम गाई। अकथ अनादि भेद नहिं पाई॥

पूजन रामचन्द्र जब कीन्हा। जीत के लंक विभीषण दीन्हा॥
सहस कमल में हो रहे धारी। कीन्ह परीक्षा तबहिं पुरारी॥

एक कमल प्रभु राखेउ जोई। कमल नयन पूजन चहं सोई॥
कठिन भक्ति देखी प्रभु शंकर। भए प्रसन्न दिए इच्छित वर॥

जय जय जय अनन्त अविनाशी। करत कृपा सब के घटवासी॥
दुष्ट सकल नित मोहि सतावै। भ्रमत रहौं मोहि चैन न आवै॥

त्राहि त्राहि मैं नाथ पुकारो। येहि अवसर मोहि आन उबारो॥
लै त्रिशूल शत्रुन को मारो। संकट ते मोहि आन उबारो॥

मात-पिता भ्राता सब होई। संकट में पूछत नहिं कोई॥
स्वामी एक है आस तुम्हारी। आय हरहु मम संकट भारी॥

धन निर्धन को देत सदा हीं। जो कोई जांचे सो फल पाहीं॥
अस्तुति केहि विधि करैं तुम्हारी। क्षमहु नाथ अब चूक हमारी॥

शंकर हो संकट के नाशन। मंगल कारण विघ्न विनाशन॥
योगी यति मुनि ध्यान लगावैं। शारद नारद शीश नवावैं॥

नमो नमो जय नमः शिवाय। सुर ब्रह्मादिक पार न पाय॥
जो यह पाठ करे मन लाई। ता पर होत है शम्भु सहाई॥

ॠनियां जो कोई हो अधिकारी। पाठ करे सो पावन हारी॥
पुत्र होन कर इच्छा जोई। निश्चय शिव प्रसाद तेहि होई॥

पण्डित त्रयोदशी को लावे। ध्यान पूर्वक होम करावे॥
त्रयोदशी व्रत करै हमेशा। ताके तन नहीं रहै कलेशा॥

धूप दीप नैवेद्य चढ़ावे। शंकर सम्मुख पाठ सुनावे॥
जन्म जन्म के पाप नसावे। अन्त धाम शिवपुर में पावे॥

कहैं अयोध्यादास आस तुम्हारी। जानि सकल दुःख हरहु हमारी॥

॥दोहा॥

नित्त नेम कर प्रातः ही, पाठ करौं चालीसा। तुम मेरी मनोकामना, पूर्ण करो जगदीश॥
मगसर छठि हेमन्त ॠतु, संवत चौसठ जान। अस्तुति चालीसा शिवहि, पूर्ण कीन कल्याण॥

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Shiv Chalisa lyrics in English

|| Doha ||

Jai Ganesh Girija Suvan,Mangal Mul Sujan
Kahat Ayodhya Das Tum, Dev Abhaya Varadan

|| Chaupai ||

Jai Girija Pati Dinadayala
Sada Karat Santan Pratipala
Bhala Chandrama Sohat Nike Kanan
Kundal Nagaphani Ke

Anga Gaur Shira Ganga Bahaye
Mundamala Tan Chhara Lagaye
Vastra Khala Baghambar Sohain Chhavi
Ko Dekha Naga Muni Mohain

Maina Matu Ki Havai Dulari
Vama Anga Sohat Chhavi Nyari
Kara Trishul Sohat Chhavi Bhari Karat
Sada Shatrun Chhayakari

Nandi Ganesh Sohain Tahan Kaise
Sagar Madhya Kamal Hain Jaise
Kartik Shyam Aur Ganara-U Ya Chhavi
Ko Kahi Jata Na Kauo

Devan Jabahi Jaya Pukara
Tabahi Dukha Prabhu Apa Nivara
Kiya Upadrav Tarak Bhari Devan Sab Mili
Tumahi Juhari

Turata Shadanana Apa Pathayau
Lava-Ni-Mesh Mahan Mari Girayau
Apa Jalandhara Asura Sanhara Suyash
Tumhara Vidit Sansara

Tripurasur Sana Yudha Machayi
Sabhi Kripakar Lina Bachayi
Kiya Tapahin Bhagiratha Bhari Purva
Pratigya Tasu Purari

Danin Mahan Tum Sama Kou Nahin
Sevak Astuti Karat Sadahin
Veda Nam Mahima Tab Gayaee Akatha
Anandi Bhed Nahin Payee

Pragate Udadhi Mantan Men Jvala
Jarat Sura-Sur Bhaye Vihala
Kinha Daya Tahan Kari Sahayee
Nilakantha Tab Nam Kahayee

Pujan Ramchandra Jab Kinha
Jiti Ke Lanka Vibhishan Dinha
Sahas Kamal Men Ho Rahe Dhari Kinha
Pariksha Tabahin Purari

Ek Kamal Prabhu Rakheu Joi
Kushal-Nain Pujan Chaha Soi
Kathin Bhakti Dekhi Prabhu Shankar
Bhaye Prasanna Diye-Ichchhit Var

Jai Jai Jai Anant Avinashi
Karat Kripa Sabake Ghat Vasi
Dushta Sakal Nit Mohin Satavai
Bhramat Rahe Mohin Chain Na Avai

Trahi-Trahi Main Nath Pukaro
Yahi Avasar Mohi Ana Ubaro
Lai Trishul Shatrun Ko Maro
Sankat Se Mohin Ana Ubaro

Mata Pita Bhrata Sab Hoi
Sankat Men Puchhat Nahin Koi
Svami Ek Hai Asha Tumhari
Ava Harahu Aba Sankat Bhari

Dhan Nirdhan Ko Deta Sadahin
Jo Koi Janche So Phal Pahin
Astuti Kehi Vidhi Karai Tumhari
Kshamahu Nath Aba Chuka Hamari

Shankar Ho Sankat Ke Nishan
Vighna Vinashan Mangal Karan
Yogi Yati Muni Dhyan Lagavan
Sharad Narad Shisha Navavain

Namo Namo Jai Namah Shivaya
Sura Brahmadik Par Na Paya
Jo Yah Patha Karai Man Lai
Tapar Hota Hai Shambhu Sahayee

Riniyan Jo Koi Ho Adhikari
Patha Karai So Pavan Hari
Putra-hin Ichchha Kar Koi
Nischaya Shiva Prasad Tehin Hoi

Pandit Trayodashi Ko Lave
Dhyan-Purvak Homa Karave
Trayodashi Vrat Kare Hamesha
Tan Nahin Take Rahe Kalesha

Dhupa Dipa Naivedya Charhavai
Anta Vasa Shivapur Men Pavai
Kahai Ayodhya Asha Tumhari
Jani Sakal Dukha Harahu Hamari

|| Doha ||

Nitya Nema kari Pratahi.Patha karau Chalis
Tum Meri Man Kamana,Purna Karahu Jagadish ||

Also read – Shiv Panchakshar Strot

for the translation of Shiv Chalisa you can check –https://www.mahashivratri.org/shiva-chalisa.html

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Why Ekadashi is important – 7 benefits You can’t Ignore

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Why Ekadashi is important – 7 benefits You can’t Ignore

Fasting in particular Ekadashi is getting popular over the last couple of years all over the world. You may have thought about why Ekadashi is important.

Here we talk about fasting benefits that you can’t ignore for sure.

For many centuries, Indians have been practicing the art of fasting. In fact, it has been documented in most in every ancient scripture that Ekadashi fasting has immense benefits in terms of physical as well as spiritual health.

Most of the Indian population observes fast. Many Hindus do this in order to live a more peaceful life and to make their bodies stronger.

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Types of Ekadashi Fastings

Ekadashi in Sanskrit means the eleventh day. There are 24 Ekadashi in a year, which falls every 15 days. That means there are two Ekadashi in a month. One of them falls in the waning moon and another in the waxing moon.

Chanting the name of Lord Vishnu and meditating upon him, is considered very auspicious in this day.

Here are a list of Ekadashi that falls in Krishna paksha that’s is dark lunar fortnights are

  1. Papavimocani
  2. Varunthini
  3. Apara
  4. Yogini
  5. Kamika
  6. Aja
  7. Indira
  8. Rama
  9. Utpanna
  10. Saphala
  11. Shat Tila
  12. Vijaya

Ekadashi which falls in Shukla paksha or bright lunar fortnight:

  1. Kamada
  2. Mohini
  3. Nirjala
  4. Dev Shayani
  5. Shravan Putrada
  6. Padma
  7. Papaankusha
  8. Prabhodini or Dev Utthani
  9. Mokshada
  10. Vaikuntha
  11. Jaya
  12. Aamalki

Padmini Visuddha Ekadashi (Krishna paksha) and Parama suddha Ekadashi( shukla Paksha) fall in adhik mass or Purushottam mass.

Why Ekadashi is important

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You can reap a lot of benefits from observing Ekadashi fast. Here we have covered some benefits to answer why Ekadashi is important and why you should observe it.

As per some studies, it has been observed that Moon has maximum influence on our digestive system between the eleventh day till the fifth day in both lunar cycles. Particularly, In those days our brain functioning also takes a hit and thus can affect our memory, thoughts, and decision-making abilities.

In order to avoid all these complications, It’s critical to fast on the 11th day which cleanses our digestive system.

Fasting is a ritual of purification. Therefore, in Ekadashi fast, you have to refrain from all kinds of grains, cereals, poultry, and meat. This way you allow your digestive system to recuperate and rest.

It is a method of purification that allows your body to reset and lessens the chances of you getting health disorders.

Fasting allows you to make some big changes in your lifestyle. After fasting, you may notice a difference in your personality. This is because you are returning to a state of purity, and there is a sense of being stronger. In due course, you will find that you are able to better handle stress and frustrations.

this fasting provides plenty of energy for your body. When you fast, your body needs to be cleansed of toxins, to be filled with extra energy. It also gives you more energy, which eventually helps you to work harder and longer.

Ekadashi fasting can allow you to get rid of all the poisons that have entered your body. By detoxifying your body, you can feel lighter and cleaner, and more like your true self.

Fasting helps you focus on something that is important. By fasting, you focus on your positive qualities, and you are able to forget about your negative attributes.

When you focus on those things that make you happy, you find that you are able to do things more easily and that you find yourself more fulfilled.

Ekadashi fasting gives you the opportunity to control your body and thoughts. As you learn how to control your body and mind, force it to act according to your desires, you will find that you are in charge of your life. As a result, you can attain peace, health, and prosperity.

Conclusion

In a nutshell, Fasting helps you to overhaul your machinery. So that, your body can regain its original capability. This, in fact, prepare your body to attain higher realms of life.

Now you know why Ekadashi is important and why you should observe the fast.

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