English meaning of the festival Ekadashi means eleventh and refers to the "thithi" (Hindu date) on which it is observed. Prabhodhini means awakening or knowledge. How the date is decided annually Each Hindu month has two "pakshas" comprising 15 thithis each. We have two Ekadashi every Hindu month, one in the dark [...]
English meaning of the festival Skanda is another name for Kartikeya or Murugan. Sashti means six (referring to the 6th thithi on which this celebration is held). How the date is decided annually Skanda Sashti is held on the 6th date in the bright phase of the month of Kartik or Karthigai. Significance of [...]
English meaning of the festival Varaluxmi is the giver of vara, meaning boons or wishes. In this form Lakshmi brings prosperity, well-being and fulfilment to the home. The vow, or vrata, is each devotee's pledge to honour the female principle in the highest manner by observing this elaborate festival. How the date is decided annually Varaluxmi [...]
Deepavali / Luxmi Pooja (North & South) English meaning of the festival Deepavali means a row of lights. Since Deepavali is dedicated to the God of wealth, it is also referred to as Maha Luxmi Pooja. How the date is decided annually Deepavali is celebrated on the Amavasya (no moon) or fifteenth day in [...]
English meaning of the festival Ganesha combines two words – Gana (the entire cosmic creation) and Isha (controller and presider). The name has become synonymous with words like Sidhi (perfection), Buddhi (intelligence or wisdom), and Vignahara (dispeller of obstacles). Chaturti means fourth (4th) and refers to the fourth day in the month [...]
