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परम पवित्र पावनि है माँ भगवती राज राजेश्वरी (त्रिपुर सुंदरी) मंदिर का रहस्य

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परम पवित्र पावनि है माँ भगवती राज राजेश्वरी (त्रिपुर सुंदरी) मंदिर का रहस्य (The mystery of Maa Bhagavati Raj Rajeshwari Uttarakhand temple) प्राचीन समय से ही उत्तराखण्ड राज्य देवभूमि के नाम से सम्पूर्ण विश्व के  ऐतिहासिक ग्रंथों में चर्चित है और पुरे भारत वर्ष में अपना एक अलग ही विशेष महत्व स्थान बनाये रखा है। प्राचीन समय में उत्तराखण्ड राज्य 52 छोटे-छोटे सूबों में बंटा था जिन्हें गढ़ के नाम से जाना जाता था और धीरे-धीरे समय के अनुसार देवभूमि का यह भूभाग गढ़ से  गढ़वाल कहलाने लगा जो आज सम्पूर्ण भारत वर्ष में दार्शनिक स्थलों के नाम से अपना स्थान बनाये हुए है। इन सभी दार्शनिक स्थलों में से माँ भगवती राज राजेश्वरी का भी प्रमुख अंग है। जो अपने भक्तों को सदैव अपने गोद में संजोये रखती है और उनकी सभी मनोकामनाओं को पूर्ण करती है। माँ भगवती राज राजेश्वरी त्रिपुर सुंदरी गढ़वाल के राजवंश की कुलदेवी थी । राज राजेश्वरी मन्दिर देवलगढ़ का सबसे अधिक प्रसिद्ध ऐतिहासिक मन्दिर है। इसका निर्माण १४वीं शताब्दी के राजा अजयपाल द्वारा ही करवाया गया था । गढ़वाली शैली में बने इस मन्दिर में तीन मंजिलें...

अलकनंदा नदी के तट पर बसी माँ धारी देवी के अनोखे भव्य मंदिर का रहस्य

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अलकनंदा नदी के तट पर बसी माँ धारी देवी के अनोखे भव्य मंदिर का रहस्य (The mystery of Maa DhariDevi Temple Alaknanda) उत्तराखंड राज्य प्राचीन काल से सदैव देवों की भूमि के नाम से प्रसिद्ध रहा है।  जहां असंख्य साधकों ने अपने तप के बल पर इस धरा को देव लोक बनाया है। अध्यात्म और आस्था के लिए प्रसिद्ध इस पहाड़ी राज्य की अपनी अलग पहचान है। यहां कई ऐसे धार्मिक स्थान मौजूद हैं जिनका संबंध पौराणिक काल से है। प्राचीन ऋषि परंपरा की जड़ों को थामे उत्तराखंड दुनिया के चुनिदा धार्मिक पर्यटन केंद्रों मे गिना जाता है। यहां दूर-दूर से सैलानी आकर आत्मिक और मानसिक शांति का अनोखा अनुभव प्राप्त करते हैं। वैसे तो उत्तराखंड में अनगिनत छोटे-बड़े मंदिर मौजूद हैं लेकिन आज हम अपने इस लेख के माध्यम से यहां के एक ऐसे मंदिर के बारे में आपको बताएंगे जहां की देवी उत्तराखंड की रक्षक मानी जाती है। वैसे तो आपने उत्तराखंड के कई चमत्कारी मंदिरों और देवी-देवताओं के बारे में सुना होगा लेकिन आज हम आपको उन देवी के बारे में बताने जा रहे हैं जो कई सालों से पहाड़ों  की रक्षा कर रही हैं बद्रीनाथ राजमार्ग पर स्थित मा...

The Mythological Story of Nachiketa and Yama: PART 2

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The Mythological Story of Nachiketa and Yama: PART 2 In Part-1,   we have narrated about a sagacious Brahmin boy who once challenged his father-  Sage- Vajasravasa , (famous as-  Aruni Auddalaki Gautama )at a time of  ‘Yagna’  to give him away to someone as a materialistic property. His father-Gautama has promised during a tough-  Yagna  about sacrificing his all possessions and capitalistic properties to the saints, rishis and the teachers after the  Yagna  completion. On this account, baby  Nachiketa  asked his father to donate his own children and wives as a part of sacrifice. Nachiketa gave a stupendous answer to his father’s question: And what happened next was out of the world. Let’s continue the story and know what answer  Nachiketa  received after interrogating about his own sacrifice. Being a canny champ he did a noticeable feat that shocked everybody around (including his father) after hearing his fathe...

The Mythological Story of Nachiketa and Yama: PART 3

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The Mythological Story of Nachiketa and Yama: PART 3 Previously in part-2 , we have read about how  Nachiketa  said Adieu (good-bye) to his father and left for Yamloka- The abode of Lord Yama on his father’s  call. Proceeding with the same, let’s now know what happened after Nachiketa reached the Home of Yama and didn’t find him inside it. A gift from Yama to kid- Nachiketa- Three Boons of his desire. The gatekeeper outside Yamloka informed that Lord Yama had gone out and will be back after three days. Little  Nachiketa  decided to wait for three days outside his kingdom with all hope without consuming water and food. After a long wait (three-days), Lord Yama returned back to his abode and noticed a small young boy, half-starved and overtired was sitting at his doorsteps. He, forthwith, greeted the Brahman boy and welcomed home with extreme veneration and esteem. Lord Yama contentedly asked: ‘My Dear, Nachiketa!! I am utterly impressed by your dedica...

Malayalam New Year : A traditional ritual of opening eyes in front of Lord Vishnu

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Malayalam New Year : A traditional ritual of opening eyes in front of Lord Vishnu According to the Kollam Era and  Malayalam Calendar ,  Malayalam New Year  is remarked as the very first day of Chingam month. In the Indian State of Kerala, the  Malayalam New Year , popular as Vishu is greatly admired and notable festival. In the Gregorian calendar, it has been depicted that  Malayalam New Year  appears in the middle of the month- August. Malayalam New Year  is celebrated more than a religious event in South-India. This New Year occasion showers good luck, fortune and prosperity for the Malayalis. Significance of Malayalam New Year:  There is a traditional custom followed by avid devotees as on the propitious day of  Malayalam New Year  they believe to open their eyes in front of divine Vishukkani God. As a part of religious ritual in  Malayalam Calendar , it is mandatory to worship and to take a glance (Darshana) o...

The Mythological Story of Nachiketa and Yama : PART 1

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The Mythological Story of Nachiketa and Yama : PART 1 Indian Mythology is full of countless stories which are passing through the generations by word of mouth. These mythic tales are not only related to spiritual and religious beliefs but showcases the sacrifices and commitments towards their dear and near ones. In this way, Hindu Folklores define a bunch of factual written accounts of important or religious events in the order of their occurrence which are remarkable enough to get famous among Peeps. The story of  Nachiketa  and  Lord-Yama-The God of Death  is one such masterpiece that does not only have an interesting storyline but gives a lesson of inspiration to humans on Earth. A Brief about the Story: A sagacious Brahmin boy who once challenged his father-  Sage- Vajasravasa , (famous as-  Aruni Auddalaki Gautama )at a time of  ‘Yagya’  to give him away to someone as a materialistic property. His father-Gautama has promised durin...

A Journey to heaven and back – Kedarnath Dham – Even Your Kids Can Do It

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A Journey to heaven and back – Kedarnath Dham – Even Your Kids Can Do It Char-Dham Yatra  is considered as the pious pilgrimage towards the beatific shrines- Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath Dham & Kedarnath Dham to venerate Goddess-Ganga, Goddess- Yamuna, Lord Vishnu & Lord Shiva. A flock of devotee across the globe visit these holy places ( Char Dham Yatra ) and catch up the glimpses of their favourites deities. It is said that  Kedarnath Dham- being one of the famous and majestic shrines of Lord-Shiva happened to be the most visited Jyotirlinga among the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Kedar- one of the adorable names of Lord Shiva who is the protector and the destroyer of this cosmic world. In Uttrakhand,  Kedarnath Temple  is nestled at a height of 3580 meters and is circumscribed by picturesque natural sceneries around the backdrop of the momentous  Kedarnath Dham  range. The history of famous – Kedarnath Dham (Kedarnath Temple)...

कैसे बनी एक छोटी गुफा बद्रीनाथ धाम – जानिए उसकी रहस्यमय कथा

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कैसे बनी एक छोटी गुफा बद्रीनाथ धाम – जानिए उसकी रहस्यमय कथा – How to make a small cave Badrinath Dham – Know her mysterious story धर्मग्रंथों और पौराणिक कथाओं में प्रचीन काल से ही बद्रीनाथ को सबसे पवित्र स्थान के तौर पर माना जाता रहा है। यह पवित्र तीर्थ स्थान गढ़वाल की लहरदार पहाडिय़ों में अलकनंदा नदी के किनारे नर-नारायण पर्वत पर स्थित है। कहते हैं भागवान विष्णु जी ने इसे अपने निवास स्थान के रूप में चुना है। क्या आप बद्रीनाथ की कहानी जानते हैं?  – यह वो जगह  (गुफा)  है जहां शिव और पार्वती रहते थे। यह उनका घर था। एक दिन नारायण यानी विष्णु के पास नारद मुनि जी गए और बोले, ‘आप मानवता के लिए एक खराब मिसाल हैं। आप हर समय शेषनाग के ऊपर लेटे रहते हैं। आपकी पत्नी लक्ष्मी हमेशा आपकी सेवा में लगी रहती हैं, और आपको लाड़ करती रहती हैं। इस ग्रह के अन्य प्राणियों के लिए आप अच्छी मिसाल नहीं बन पा रहे हैं। आपको सृष्टि के सभी जीवों के लिए कुछ अर्थ पूर्ण कार्य करना चाहिए। इस आलोचना से बचने और साथ ही अपने उत्थान के लिए (भगवान को भी ऐसा करना पड़ता है) विष्णु तप और साधना करने के ...

Kedarnath Dham - Cultural Events

Kedarnath Dham Lord Shiva’s Favorite abode is- Kedarnath temple. Kedarnath Dham is one of the religious and important Hindu pilgrimage sites in Northern India. Nestled on the bank of Mandakini River at a total height of 3584 meters just above the sea level. In ancient times, rishis and sages introduced this sacred notable place as- KedarKhand”. Kedarnath Dham is a noteworthy temple for the ardent devotees of Lord-Shiva and is one of the revered pilgrimages of Char Dham. Panch Kedar in Uttarakhand is also famed as- Jyotirlingam among the 12 jyotirlingams of Lord Shiva in India. One should surely visit this sacred Pilgrimage to get immense blessings of Lord Shiva and Goddess- Parvati. The Best Month to visit are-April/May and Oct/Nov and it is remained open only for a limited span of time between the end of April- Akshaya Tritriya and Kartik Purnima due to extreme climate conditions. Gourikund is the starting point of the Journey towards Kedarnath. Kedarnath Dham i...

Bonalu (Ashada Jatra Utsavalu) : A pious glimpse to the Extremely Elegant Festival of Goddess-Mahakali

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Bonalu (Ashada Jatra Utsavalu) : A pious glimpse to the Extremely Elegant Festival of Goddess-Mahakali Ashada Jatara  is a state festival way popular as ‘ Bonalu’ in Telangana (Andhra-Pradesh) . Traditionally, celebrated during ‘Ashada Maasa(month) from past so many years. Bonalu’ festival reflects Telangana’s rich heritage and culture with a pinch of vibrant- euphoria. Observed in almost 110 religious places and pilgrimages, this illustrious festival of South is solemnized to worship  Goddess-Kali or Mahakali  in her most vigorous incarnation (avatar)-Shakti- the Power.  This year, it will start by Sunday, 15 July and end up by Sunday, 5 August. Believe It Or Not: The glimpse of the grand celebration in Ujjaini Mahankali Temple: Ujjaini Mahankali Temple in Secunderabad is one of the renowned temples in Telangana and was established years back. The temple showcases affluent tradition and unique mores (culture) of Andhra-Pradesh State. With a throng of umpte...

Hemis Festival : An Astounding And Lively Religious Event of Buddhist Community

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Hemis Festival :  An Astounding And Lively Religious Event of Buddhist Community Hemis Festival is one of the glowing and colourful festivities which celebrates the birth of regional divine champion-  Lord Padmasambhava-  who is the founder of  Vajrayana Buddhism  in the popular monasteries. It is observed in these two famous Tibetan Buddhist monasteries-  Jangchub Choling Monastery  and Hemis Monastery in  Leh at Jammu & Kashmir. Why Hemis Festival is celebrated? Hemis Festival is an ultimate example of unity in diversity. It exhibits a cosmic message:  There is more power in unity than division.   Know how Buddhist community celebrates this holy festival vibrantly across Buddhist pilgrimages . A perfect jumble of International Tourism and Indian pilgrims:  Buddhist followers outside India and within it, maintain an excellent atmosphere around the monasteries. People gather in a flock to remark the unique colour of fe...

Summer Solstice : The scientific influence of the longest day of the year

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Summer Solstice : The scientific influence of the longest day of the year Every June 21 is  Summer Solstice  and is supposed to be- The Longest Day of the Year. Summer Solstice happens when; the sun is precisely above (over-headed) the Tropic of Cancer (23.5° north latitude) for the ones who subsist in the North of the Equator. If you are an Atheist or an Agnostic, this prolonged day can be a big moment for you. However, for a true Spiritual and Religious thinker, this solstice is still a spick and span sacrament. It also marks the arrival of the Warmth Season of the Year as the First Day of Summer in Northern Hemisphere. Summer Solstice This can be a beano celebration to a person who accepts that a specified thing is right, effective, or acceptable and to those who believe in the truth or existence of some natural phenomenon. Revealing some specific and precise scientific significances of the longest day of the year: A Lucrative Kiss to Cancerians According t...