What is the importance of ‘offering a sari’ to the Goddess?
The subtle process in performing the ritual of ‘Oti bharane’ and its merits. What is the benefit in specific colour selection of the sari and blouse-piece offered to the Goddess?
What are three historically established phases of Shraddha?
During the era of Rugveda, deceased ancestors were worshipped by offering Samidha (a kind of wooden stick) and Pinda (a rice ball) to the sacrificial fire.
When should the Shraddha be performed ?
Normally, no moon night, 12 sankrants in a year, solar-lunar eclipses, Yugadhi and Manvadi dates, Ardhodayadi parva, date of death, arrival of Shrotriya priests (Brahmins) etc dates are considered appropriate for performing shraddha.
When can women perform Shraddha ?
Ideally, the host should perform the ritual of Shraddha by himself. However, since we do not know how to perform it, we get it done through the priest (Brahmin).
What is the method of performing Tarpan and Pitru tarpan ?
On the day of Shraddha, sesame seeds should be sprinkled all over the house, sesame seeds mixed in water should be given to the invited priests (Brahmins) and sesame seeds should be donated.
How to do Shraddha in case of obstacles
The importance of performing the shraddha ritual, the options for this ritual if one cannot perform the ritual, and the significance of chanting the name of Deity Dattatreya.
Ananta Chaturdashi Vrat
Ananta vrat is observed with the intention of fulfillment of worldly desires. This vrat is mainly observed for regaining lost prosperity.
What are the incarnations of Shri Ganesh in each yug ?
Mahotkat Vinayak, Gunesh, Ganesh, Dhumraketu are the incarnations of Deity Ganapati. Also know about Ganapati and other deities.
What are the different variations of Ganesh idol?
The science behind the idol of Deity Ganesh is given in the ‘Shriganapatyatharvashirsha’.
Complete act of performing Arti
The various acts to be performed during Arti such as blowing the conch, clapping, lighting the lamp, etc. are given in this article.
