Shraddha dates are sacred days in the Hindu calendar, mainly dedicated to the worshipping of departed ancestors through certain rituals. In this way, they are marked to provide peace, merriment, and spiritual growth to the departed souls. Rituals of Shraddha, mainly occur during Pitru Paksha, which comprises 15 days, and […]
Vrat and Upvas
Amavasya Vrat
This Amavasya Vrat is a fasting ritual for devotees, specifically among Hindus, on Amavasya-the new moon night. It is considered highly auspicious because it’s the beginning of a lunar cycle. In Hindu culture, Amavasya means a time of introspection seeking blessings, and wiping away all negative energies. The Vrat is […]
Shree Satyanarayan Vrat
Shree Satyanarayan Vrat is one of the sacred rituals devoted to Lord Vishnu also known as Satyanarayan, who means true incarnate. This is usually performed to seek blessings from God Vishnu for prosperity, happy moments, and the removal of barriers that obstruct life. The ritual is usually performed on the […]
Sawan Somwar Vrat
Sawan Somwar Vrat is one of the sacred fasting ceremonies performed by Hindus on Mondays in the month of Shravan, which is one of the most sacred months for Hindus. This vrat is dedicated to the god Lord Shiva who is considered as a god of destruction and transformation. People […]
Rohini Vrat
Rohini Vrat is yet another pious fasting ritual done by Jain women. It is also known as Purnima and is usually celebrated on the day of Rohini Nakshatra. This Vrat is dedicated to Lord Vasupujya, who is 12th Tirthankara of Jainism. The principal purpose of the vrat is for well-being, […]
Shashti Vrat
Shashti Vrat is a most sacred fasting ritual dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, alternatively known as Skanda or Murugan. It is performed during the 6th tithi of the lunar fortnight, known as Shashti Tithi. This particular vrat is especially important to devotees who seek health, prosperity, and general welfare for their […]
Purnima Vrat
Purnima Vrat is a sacred fasting ritual in Hinduism, which is performed on the full moon day, known as Purnima, of every lunar month. The deities for this vrat differ with the month, for example, Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva, or Goddess Lakshmi. The vrat is highly sacred and depicts the […]
Shivratri Vrat
Shivratri Vrat is the special fast to give obeisance to Lord Shiva. It falls on the night of the 14th lunar month; that is named Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi. On this day devotees worship Lord Shiva, through prayers, meditation and various rituals, for his blessings of peace, happiness, and spiritual growth […]
Vinayaka Chaturthi Vrat
Vinayaka Chaturthi Vrat is a fast and worship rituals for Lord Ganesha. It occurs on the 4th day of Bhadrapada when August or September falls. Devotees follow this vrat with devotion by fasting and offering prayers invoking the blessings of Lord Ganesha to eliminate obstacles and fulfill desires. Lord Ganesha, […]
Weekdays Vrat
Weekdays Vrat are the fasting practice is observed on a particular day of the week dedicated to a specific Hindu deity. Fasting in Hinduism is one of the richest spiritual traditions, where every day has its significance and is associated with a particular planet or divine power. The fasts are […]