Blogs — Lord Vishnu

Have you ever heard of a marriage between a plant and a stone? Tulsi Vivah is a Hindu festival that marks the symbolic marriage of the sacred Tulsi plant (holy basil) to Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. This celebration takes place on the twelfth day of the bright fortnight during the Kartik month of the Hindu calendar, a day known as Shukla Paksha Dwadashi.  Significance of Tulsi Vivah  Tulsi Puja holds great significance in Hinduism. On this day, it is believed that Lord Vishnu, in the form of Shaligram or his Shri Krishna avatar, married Goddess...

Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism, is revered as the protector and preserver of the universe. Known for his divine role in maintaining the balance of cosmic energy, Vishnu is often depicted with distinct attributes that reflect his divine nature. His blue skin symbolizes his vast and infinite essence, embodying calmness and tranquillity. Lord Vishnu holds four symbols in his hands: the Shankha (conch), which represents the primordial sound of creation and the origin of life, and the Chakra (discus), which signifies the eternal cycle of time and serves as a powerful weapon against evil to protect...

Lord Venkateswara the preserver of the universe, revered deity in Hinduism. He is considered a manifestation of Lord Vishnu and believed to be the protector of his devotees. The month of Purattasi holds a special place in the hearts of devotees of Lord Venkateshwara of Tirupati. Particularly when Purattasi coincides with a Saturday, it becomes an especially auspicious time for worship. On these days, temples dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara worldwide conduct special rituals and ceremonies. But why is Saturday considered so significant for worshipping Lord Venkateshwara? Let’s know the reason for this through a compelling story that illuminates the divine...

Varaha Jayanti 2024 Date and Time: Varaha Jayanti in 2024 falls on September 6th 2024. The Tritiya tithi begins at 12:20 PM on September 5th and ends at 3:00 PM on September 6th.   The forces of darkness threaten to flood the world, and a mighty boar emerges, carrying the weight of the Earth on its tusks. This is the wondering tale of Varaha Jayanti, a festival that celebrates the third divine incarnation of Lord Vishnu as Varaha, the saviour of the universe.  This festival holds immense significance for devotees, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the preservation...

  As the year progresses, Hindu devotees around the world prepare to celebrate Kurma Jayanti. On this special day, people worship Lord Vishnu in his Kurma Avatar, his second incarnation as a tortoise. It occurs on the ‘Purnima’ (full moon day) in the month of ‘Vaishakh’ according to the Hindu calendar. Hindu legends believe that on this day, Lord Vishnu, in his Kurma avatar, lifted the enormous Mandaranchal Parvat on his back during the Samudra Manthan (the churning of the ocean of milk).      Kurma Jayanti   In Hindu mythology, there was a great event called the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan). During this event, gods (devas) and demons (asuras) worked together to extract the...