Hindu Holidays 2023
Hindu Holidays 2023
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New Jersey Akshardham: World's Largest Modern Hindu Temple Outside India to Open on October 8 - 10 Key Details
New Jersey Akshardham Temple
New Jersey, US is on the verge of welcoming the world's largest contemporary Hindu temple constructed outside of India, as reported by PTI.
Regarded as a monumental representation of Hindu culture and architectural excellence in the Western hemisphere, Akshardham is scheduled for its official inauguration on October 8, with guidance from BAPS spiritual leader Mahant Swami Maharaj. Starting from October 18, this magnificent temple will be accessible to visitors.
Now, let's delve into 10 noteworthy aspects of this grand temple:
Dress codes in temples - Etiquette, Attire and Guidelines
The adoption of dress codes in temples is becoming a prevalent practice throughout India.
Recently, in Uttarakhand, several temples in Dehradun, Rishikesh, and Haridwar have introduced dress code regulations. The Mahanirvani Panchayati Akhada, a prominent religious organization, has taken the lead in implementing these guidelines with the aim of upholding the sanctity of religious sites.
Temples such as Daksh Prajapati in Haridwar, Tapkeshwar Mahadev Mandir in Dehradun, and Neelkanth Mahadev Mandir in Rishikesh have enforced stringent dress code requirements.
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Puri Jagannath Temple - Servitors Urge Dress Code
The servitors of the Jagannath Temple, who embarked on the Anubhav Yatra, visiting various renowned religious destinations, are now proposing the implementation of comparable dress code guidelines within their own temple premises. Servitors at Puri's Jagannath Temple are urging for the introduction of a dress code for devotees who come to visit this sacred place. This request aligns with the dress code policies already in place at several other renowned religious institutions.
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Unveiling the 18 Sons of Goddess Lakshmi: Names and Mantra Benefits
Goddess Lakshmi is revered as the deity of wealth and prosperity and is the divine partner of Lord Vishnu. She is venerated in various manifestations. Santan Lakshmi is one of the eight prominent forms of Bhagawati Lakshmi, known as Ashta Lakshmi. Legend has it that Goddess Lakshmi herself is the mother of eighteen sons. Devotees recite the following names every Friday to seek the blessings and favor of Goddess Lakshmi.
Hathiram Baba - Tirupati Balaji's Divine Companion!
The tale of Hathiram Baba harks back to centuries ago.The legend has it that he was such an ardent devotee of the Lord that the Lord Himself came to play dice with him every night. One night, they were so engrossed in the game that dawn approached, and the Lord hurried back to the temple, leaving behind one of His necklaces. In the temple, the priests discovered the missing necklace and launched a search. Meanwhile, the saint realized the necklace had fallen and rushed to return it.
is balaji and hanuman same?
In this blog we are going to dicsuss if balaji and Hanuman are same. Why Hanuman ji called as Balaji and Why Tirupati Balaji which is also known as Venkateswara Swamy referred as Balaji. In certain parts of India, Hanuman is referred to as Balaji Hanuman. Today, the term "Balaji" is more commonly associated with Lord Venkateswara, worshipped in the Tirumala Tirupati Temple.
Lingaraj temple
The Lingaraj Temple, located in the city of Bhubaneswar, is an ancient and the largest temple in the city. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it was constructed in the 7th century by King Jajati Keshari.
This temple holds immense reverence due to the belief that the Linga, representing Lord Shiva, manifested naturally within it. The Linga stands at an impressive height of 8 inches above the temple floor and has a diameter of about 8 feet. Situated in the old part of Bhubaneswar Town, Lingaraj Temple is easily accessible via local transportation.
Amarnath Cave Temple
Amarnath Cave Temple
Amarnath cave temple, situated in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, holds immense significance for worshippers of Lord Shiva and stands as one of India's most prominent pilgrimage destinations.
Within the Amarnath Cave, a naturally formed Shivaling made of ice bears a striking resemblance to Lord Shiva.
Every year, Amarnath attracts millions of tourists, including devotees, from around the world to embark on the challenging mountainous trek known as the 'Amarnath Yatra.'
Meenakshi Temple
Meenakshi Temple
Meenakshi Temple, also known as Meenakshi Amman Temple or Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, is a temple complex located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu state, India. It is believed to have its origins dating back to the 4th century CE, but its current form was constructed during the 16th–17th centuries.
