‘The Goddess of eternity’
What better time to take stock of all this than on Kali Puja, the day of the celebration of women’s empowerment and that too from Kalighat, this blessed place by the Adi Ganga.
What better time to take stock of all this than on Kali Puja, the day of the celebration of women’s empowerment and that too from Kalighat, this blessed place by the Adi Ganga.
Certain rituals are held before the Holy Mace is taken to the cave shrine of Amarnath by the Mahant who is its custodian.
In the Hindu calendar, 'Sawan' also known as 'Shravan' is the fifth month of the Hindu lunar calendar, is one of the holiest months of the year.
Legend has it that one day Pandavas dreamed of Goddess Durga pointing out to them that she is situated in the Nagarkot Village and that if they want them to be secure they should build a temple for her in that area, otherwise they will be destroyed.
Wearing Rudraksha helps in shaping the personality of the person wearing it. It helps in enhancing the confidence, patience and persona of a person.
Pujan was performed chanting Vedic hymns.
As a mark of faith and devotion, Kanwariyas are often received with warmth and affection by locals they meet along their journey with elaborate arrangements being made for their food and shelter in makeshift tents.
Pertinently, both morning telecast of Aarti at 6 AM and evening Aarti at 5 PM, each for 30 minutes, is to be live-streamed on Shri Amarnath ji Shrine board official website and the app specifically dedicated for the devotees.
The day of Guru Purnima is traditionally the time when devotees of the Guru offer their gratitude and receive his blessings.
This year, the Mahashivratri festival will be celebrated on Friday, 21 February.
