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2025 Jain Festivals: Dates, Significance, and Rituals

Introduction Jain festivals and fasting days are determined based on the position of the Sun and Moon. These observances hold

Introduction Rohini Vrat is one of the most significant fasting observances in the Jain community, primarily followed by women for

Introduction Navpatrika Puja, also known as Maha Saptami, is an essential ritual observed during Durga Puja. This unique tradition involves

Origin & Navratri Worship In the beginning of the universe, Lord Rudra worshipped Adi-Parashakti for the creation of existence. It

Origin According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Shailputri, at the age of sixteen, was extremely beautiful and blessed with a fair

Origin Goddess Skandamata is the fifth form of Goddess Durga, worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri. When Goddess Parvati

Origin To destroy the demon Mahishasura, Goddess Parvati took the form of Goddess Katyayani. It was the most violent form

Origin of Goddess Kalaratri Goddess Kalaratri is one of the fiercest and most powerful manifestations of Goddess Parvati. According to

Introduction Puthandu, also known as Tamil New Year, is a significant festival celebrated by Tamil communities worldwide. It marks the

Origin & Navratri Worship of चन्द्रघण्टा Goddess Chandraghanta is the married form of Goddess Parvati. After getting married to Lord