Janmashtami 2010 – Krishnashtami in 2010 or Gokulashtami

Source : different internet sources.

Sri Krishna Janmashtami or Krishnashtami, also known as Gokulashtami, is the birthday of one of the most popular deities of Hinduism, Lord Sri Krishna. Janmashtami 2010, popularly known as Krishnashtami, date is September 1, 2010. Smartha Sects celebrate the Janmashtami in 2010 on September 1 and Vaishnava sects celebrate the Krishnashtami 2010 or Gokulashtami in 2010 on September 2. Janmashtami 2010 date in North India is 2nd September (In some places).

Lord Krishna was born on the Astami thithi (eighth day) in Krishna paksha during Shravan month (August – September). It falls in Bhadrapad month as per North Indian Hindi calendars. Lord Krishna’s Nakshatra or the birth star is Rohini nakshatram. The main objective or the aim of Krishnas birth was to demolish the demon Kansa and his evil acts. Kansa is Krishnas maternal uncle.

In the south, the festival is celebrated as Sri Krishnajanmashtami, Janmashtami or Gokulashtami.

In Tamil Nadu in particular Brahmins noth Iyers and Iyengars, Yadhavas, Chettiars, Pillais celebrate the festival. Uriadi or climbing a stick containing a pot of sweet curds is also a major event inVarahur and other parts of Tamil Nadu.

The pooja is performed late in the evening,[Particularly time when Moon rises this time will differ for different places this time will mentioned in Hindu calendar Panchanga as Krishna was born at midnight. Generally, most of the sweets and savouries are prepared on that day. Normally, a Kolam(rice flour drawings on ground), also known as rangoli, drawn specially for the occasion, called ezhakoolam, decorates the front yard. Footprints representing those of Krishna are drawn from the front yard to the pooja room, representing the god entering the devotee's home.

I wish all my friends ,family members and all my well wishers a  Happy Krishnajanmashtami, Janmashtami or Gokulashtami.

Varalakshmi Pooja - 2010

Source : hindupad.com and other internet sources.

Vararalakshmi Vratam or VaraLaxmi Puja or Varmahalakshmi Vratham, is an important pooja observed in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and some places of Maharashtra and Orissa. Varlakshmi Vratham 2010 or Var Mahalaxmi puja 2010 date is August 20. VarLaxmi Vratam is observed on 2nd Friday during the Shravana masam. Because of any reasons, one who could not able to perform the Vratha on second Friday can observe the Var Laxmi Vrata on any Friday in Shravan maas. Whoever missed to perform the Varalakshmi vrata on August 20, can perform Varlaxmi Vrata on August 27 or September 3 in 2010.

Significance and Importance of Varalakshmi Vratam – Vara Laxmi Vratha Mahatmya:

Lakshmi is the Goddess of wealth and prosperity. Worshipping Goddess Laxmi during Shravan month is highly auspicious because the whole month is dedicated to the divine couple, Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. Friday is the most auspicious day for Laxmi Devi. Hence, worshipping Lakshmi Devi on Shravan Shukravar is highly meritorious.

Ashtalakshmi showers their blessings on Vara Laxmi Vratha performers:

As the eight forces of the world, known as Ashta Lakshmi – primeval force (Aadi Laxmi), wealth (Dhana Lakshmi), courage (Dhairya Laxmi or Veera Lakshmi), wisdom (Vidhya Laksmi), Children or family development (Santana Laxmi), success (Viajaya Lakshmi), food (Dhanya Laxmi) and strength (Gaja Lakshmi) are dedicated to Goddess Laksmi. Puranas described that observing Vara Laksmi Vratham would bless a woman with all eight energies for life.

For complete vratam and other pooja material , you can find in : http://www.telugubhakti.com/telugupages/Vratas/Varalakshmi/

Wishing all my friends ,family members and people who visit my blog  : a Happy Varalakshmi Pooja . 

Take Care

Madhavi

Shravana masam

Hi Friends,

         After a little long gap , settled in Atlanta in a new home , i am back to blogging , Since from yesterday (as per atlanta calender) Shravana masam begins for us. This was my 2nd year after marriage to perform the mangala gauri pooja, Yesterday , was such a day i am too busy in performing pooja and running here and there  to get the things done on time for R.

Taking this opportunity , i thought of sharing some information regarding the shravana masam and teh gauri pooja  and also would like share my pooja photos too...

Source adapted from : hindu pad and other internet sources.

Shravana Masam or Shravan month or Shravana masam, also known as Sawan mahina, is very auspicious Hindu month. Each and everyday during the Shravana Mas has some significance. In 2010, Shravan month begins on 26th July and ends on 24th August in North Indian Hindi calendars. In Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada and Telugu Panchangam, Shravan mahina starts on 11th August and ends on 8th September.

Mangala Gouri Vratam is done by newly married ladies on Tuesdays in Sravana Masam. Normally newly married ladies do it for 5 years. At the end, there will some Udyapan mentioned in the story, that needs to be performed. The unique aspect in this vratam is getting the Kaajal on the steel spatula while reading/listening the story. The blouse pieces used in the Alankar is to be folded in a triangle shape. The Procedure of doing the Vratam depends on your family's traditions. Hence please speak to the elders in the family too.

Mangala Gouri Puja 2010 – Mangala Gowri Vratam or Mangal Gauri Pooja

Mangala Gouri Puja or Mangal Gowri Vratam, also known as Shravan Mangalvar Vrat, is the most observed austerity falls on Mangalvar in Shravan month (August). Mangala Gowri vrata is dedicated to Goddess Mangala Gauri who is also known as Goddess Parvathi. Mangala Gouri Vratam 2010 dates are – 17 August, 24 August, 31 August, and 7 September in 2010 as per Telugu, Kannada, Marathi and Gujarati calendars. Mangal Gauri Vrat in 2010 dates in Hindi Hindu lunar calendar followed in North Indian states such as Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttaranchal, etc. are – 27 July, 3 August, 10 August, 17 August, and 24 August. In 2010, as per North Indian calendars there are 5 Mangalvar in Shravan month and 4 Mangalvar in calendars of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.

Gauri?????

Goddess Gauri is one of the manifestations of Goddess Parvati. She is the divine energy, Mother Goddess. She is considered as a perfect wife for her husband, Lord Shiva. After the conclusion of her ferocious form Goddess Kali (the black Goddess, man-eating manifestation of Goddess Parvati), observed a severe penance to get rid of her black complexion. And she returned as Goddess Gowri, the very pretty young woman with a golden complexion. Goddess Gowri is the most acceptable consort of Lord Shiva.

Being a princess Goddess Gowri accepted her ascetic husband and turned herself into her husband’s way. Goddess Gowri is a clear representation of purity and austerity. She is the Kanya (Kumari or unmarried girl) who has performed severe tapas (penance) to marry Lord Shiva.

 Soon will post the pictures taken at my home .