Why are kalash, conch, bell and lamp worshipped before puja ?
The puja implements are at the forefront in attracting Pancha-tattva (Five Cosmic Principles) from the universe and appealing to the Deity Principle in the Idol.
Importance of applying tilak or bhasma by the pujak while performing Puja
A unique feature of Sanatan Hindu Dharma is the deep thinking behind acquisition of Chaitanya (Divine consciousness) through every action in human life.
Clothes to be worn by men and women while performing Puja
A pujak (Worshipper) does individual preparation of purification through the medium of external coverings (of the body) such as the attire.
Why should we perform Puja immediately after a bath?
The increased sattvikta as a result of the bath slowly reduces due to the constant attack of Raja-Tama in the environment.
Individual preparation by a worshipper before performing Puja
A unique feature of Sanatan Hindu Dharma is the deep thinking behind acquisition of Chaitanya (Divine consciousness) through every action in human life.
Bharatiyas become addicts by following Western values
‘Human life is getting ridden with addictions by following Western values. It is also reducing the human lifespan. Given further are excerpts from the Monthly ‘Vajradhari’ about symptoms and ill effects of addictions, for the benefit of our readers.
The connection between food and disease, important analysis on digestion
With the objective of providing a balanced diet and nutrition to children and mothers the Modi Governmnet had declared September 2019 as the National Nutrition Month. Through it the Government has been successful in giving this programme the form of a public campaign.
Understand the real meaning of RIP (Rest in Peace)
Hindus should offer homage with spiritual emotion that the departed soul may attain a good status after death, that its further journey may occur without any obstacles.
O devotees of Shri Ganesh, give first priority in life to devotion, spiritual emotion and observance of Dharma
Now as the Ganesh festival is fast approaching how will such Hindus who have lost everything, including money, in the floods, install an idol of Shri Ganesh ?
The spiritual importance of Deep Poojan on the day of Ashadha Deep Amavasya !
The flame of an ignited lamp (oil/ghee lamp) signifies the sacred Fire principle. Deep Poojan is done on Ashadha Amavasya to express gratitude unto the Agni.