Kamdev : Hindu God of Love
Kamadev, often simply referred to as Kama, is a prominent deity in Hindu mythology who personifies desire, love, and sensual pleasure. He is often depicted as a youthful and handsome deity wielding a sugarcane bow and floral arrows, riding upon a parrot. In Hindu mythology, Kamadev’s most famous role is as the god of love, […]
Holika
Holika, also known as Holika or Holi Mata, is a figure in Hindu mythology who is primarily associated with the festival of Holi and the ritual of Holika Dahan. She plays a central role in the legend of Prahlad and Hiranyakashipu. Holika was the sister of the demon king Hiranyakashipu and the aunt of Prahlad. […]
Holika Dahan or Choti Holi
Holika Dahan, also known as Holika Bonfire or Choti Holi, is a significant ritual observed on the eve of Holi, usually on the night of the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Phalguna, which precedes the main day of Holi. This ritual holds great cultural and religious importance in Hinduism and marks […]
Phalguna Purnima
Phalguna Purnima is the full moon day (Purnima) that falls in the Hindu lunar month of Phalguna, which typically corresponds to February-March in the Gregorian calendar. This day holds significant religious and cultural importance in Hinduism, particularly due to its association with various festivals and observances. “Purnima” (Puranmashi) is a Sanskrit term meaning “fullmoon.” In […]
Magha Purnima
Magha Purnima is an auspicious day in the Hindu lunar calendar that falls on the full moon day (Purnima) of the month of Magha, typically in January or February according to the Gregorian calendar. This day holds religious and spiritual significance in Hinduism and is observed with various rituals and festivities. “Purnima” (Puranmashi) is a […]