Category: FESTIVALS

Decorating Damodara & Yasodha Ma in Karthik/Damodara month!

Updated October 28th, 2026Decorating Damodara & Yasodha Ma in Karthik/Damodara month! Karthik month is also called Damodara month.  Because, Krishna performed His butter stealing Lilas in this month only and was caught by Yasodha Ma who tied baby Krishna with grinding stone mortar. During the auspicious Damodara (Kartika) month, dressing the deities of Lord Damodara … Continue reading “Decorating Damodara & Yasodha Ma in Karthik/Damodara month!”

Srila Prabhupada Speaks about his Guru Maharaja!

Updated September 4th, 2026Srila Prabhupada Speaks about his Guru Maharaja! HDG Bhaktisiddhānta Sarasvatī Gosvāmī’s Appearance Day Lecture by Srila Prabhupada, Feb 07, 1969, Los Angeles! So in Calcutta, Guru Mahārāja (Bhakti Siddhanta Sarasvati) started in 1918. And, I think, in 1922, when I was young man, one of my friends, he took me to Guru … Continue reading “Srila Prabhupada Speaks about his Guru Maharaja!”

RADHA KUNTA – GLORIES! BLISSFUL DETAILS!

Updated October 13th, 2025RADHA KUNTA – GLORIES! BLISSFUL DETAILS! (From “Radha Kunda:  The Holiest of the Holy Places” by Rajasekhara dasa Brahmacari.) Within the holy dhama of Vrindavana are twelve sacred forests where Lord Sri Krishna performed many of His wonderful activities. Of these twelve, the forest of Vrindavana is not only the largest, but … Continue reading “RADHA KUNTA – GLORIES! BLISSFUL DETAILS!”

PURUSHOTTAMA MONTH – GLORIES!

Updated October 11th, 2024PURUSHOTTAMA MONTH – GLORIES! (From Padma Purana) Lord Narayana spoke to Narada from His moon-like lotus mouth: “O Narada, I will tell you something which was previously explained by Lord Sri Krishna to Maharaja Yudhisthira. Once Dharmaraja Yudhisthira lost everything-his empire, his palace and even his chaste wife Draupadi-to Duryodhana in a … Continue reading “PURUSHOTTAMA MONTH – GLORIES!”

SNANA YATRA FOR LORD JAGANNATH – SIGNIFICANCE!

Updated June 21st, 2024SNANA YATRA FOR LORD JAGANNATH – SIGNIFICANCE! Lord Jagannath is bathed on the full-moon day, ie, sixteen days before Ratha-yatra, . He becomes sick and is confined to rest for fourteen days. He is then offered special care with medicinal herbs until He comes out for Ratha-yatra. A special bath of Jagannath takes place on … Continue reading “SNANA YATRA FOR LORD JAGANNATH – SIGNIFICANCE!”

The real meaning of (Saint) Valentine day – By HH Radhanath Swami

Updated February 14th, 2024The real meaning of (Saint) Valentine day – By HH Radhanath Swami This is a nice speech on the real meaning of (Saint) Valentine day – By HH Radhanath Swami maharaj. Read: “When I was young, no one called it Valentines Day, everyone called it Saint Valentines day. You remember? Now they … Continue reading “The real meaning of (Saint) Valentine day – By HH Radhanath Swami”

Krishna’s Rasa Lila – Right understanding as said by Prabhupada!

Updated July 10th, 2025Krishna’s Rasa Lila – Right understanding as said by Prabhupada! In this Post, Let us read what Srila Prabhupada says about showing more interest in reading about Krishna’s Rasa lila on Rasa Purnima with gopis. Madhudviṣa: Prabhupada, could you tell us something about Krṣṇa’s Rasa-lila? Srila Prabhupāda: “(Pause) Krṣṇa’s Rasa-lila should not … Continue reading “Krishna’s Rasa Lila – Right understanding as said by Prabhupada!”

BHISMA PANCHAKA (or) VISHNU PANCHAKA – COMPLETE DETAILS!

Updated November 23rd, 2023 BHISMA PANCHAKA (or) VISHNU PANCHAKA – COMPLETE DETAILS! Bhisma Panchaka is observed glorifying Bhisma deva during Kartika month. What is called Bhisma Panchaka? (1) The last 5 days of the month of Karttika are observed as the Bhisma Panchaka or the Vishnu Panchaka. (2) Grandfather Bhisma fasted for these five days, … Continue reading “BHISMA PANCHAKA (or) VISHNU PANCHAKA – COMPLETE DETAILS!”

RIGHT PRAYERS TO DAMODARA IN DAMODARA (KARTIK) MONTH!

Updated October 29th, 2020 RIGHT PRAYERS TO DAMODARA IN DAMODARA (KARTIK) MONTH! In the Damodara (Kartik) Month, Krishna will be very merciful and getting the benediction is easier in this month compared to other months. The Prayers and dhaan (donations) made in the month of damodara (Kartik) month will be thousand times powerful than normal … Continue reading “RIGHT PRAYERS TO DAMODARA IN DAMODARA (KARTIK) MONTH!”

PURUSHOTTAM MONTH – GLORIES, SIGNIFICANCE & PROCEDURE!

Updated July 17th, 2023 PURUSHOTTAM MONTH – GLORIES, SIGNIFICANCE & PROCEDURE! H.H Jayapataka Swami says about Purushottam month: “The Adhik masa was feeling shelterless and was crying that people would call it in bad names. So she went to Narayana and asked what to do. He let her to see Lord Krishna, The Adhika masa … Continue reading “PURUSHOTTAM MONTH – GLORIES, SIGNIFICANCE & PROCEDURE!”

Chandana Yatra and Akshaya Tritiya – 20 Significances!

Updated April 25th, 2020Chandana Yatra and Akshaya Tritiya – 20 Significances! Chandana Yatra and Akshaya Tritiya fall on the same day.  Let us read their significances here: (1) Chandana yatra starts on the third lunar day of the waxing moon of Vaisakha month, and continues for twenty days. (2) Lord Jagannatha gave direct instructions to … Continue reading “Chandana Yatra and Akshaya Tritiya – 20 Significances!”

15 boons got by Hanuman that gave him immortality and Powers!

Updated April 23rd, 202315 boons got by Hanuman that gave him immortality and Powers! Hanuman in his childhood wanted to eat the sun thinking that as a bog fruit. Indra saw Hanuman coming to eat the sun, he threw his Vajra weapon (thunderbolt) to strike him down. In this process Hanuman’s left cheekbone was injured. … Continue reading “15 boons got by Hanuman that gave him immortality and Powers!”

Science behind the dissolution of Lord Ganapathi Clay statues in sea or river!

Updated September 3rd, 2019Science behind the dissolution of Lord Ganapathi Clay statues in sea or river! We have seen so many Ganapathi/ Ganesh/ Vinayaga statues made up of clay are dissolved in sea or river after 11 days of Ganapathi Puja! There is science and good purpose behind every ritual in Indian culture. Firstly, it … Continue reading “Science behind the dissolution of Lord Ganapathi Clay statues in sea or river!”

LORD BALARAMA (BALADEVA) – DIARY OF 12 INTERESTING POINTS!

Updated August 14th, 2019LORD BALARAMA (BALADEVA) – DIARY OF 12 INTERESTING POINTS! WHO IS BALARAMA (BALADEVA)? (1) Sri Caitanya-caritamrta, Adi-lila, Chapter 5 Says: “LORD BALARAMA is the first personal expansion of Lord Krsna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. All other incarnations expand from Him. In Lord Krsna’s pastimes, He plays as Krsna’s older brother. Together Krsna … Continue reading “LORD BALARAMA (BALADEVA) – DIARY OF 12 INTERESTING POINTS!”

Chaturmasya (or) Caturmas Vrath – Science, Story & A to Z Details!

Updated July 29th, 2026Chaturmasya (or) Caturmas Vrath – Science, Story & A to Z Details! BASIC DETAILS OF CHATURMASYA VRATH (1) Chaturmasya (or) Caturmasya (or) Chaturmas means FOUR MONTHS. (2) The four months Chaturmasya (OR) Caturmasya Vrath begins on Deva Shayani Ekadasi (June/ July) and ends on Praboshini Ekadasi (Karthika month, ie, November) (3) Lord … Continue reading “Chaturmasya (or) Caturmas Vrath – Science, Story & A to Z Details!”

Narasimmha Lila:  Lord Narasimmha’s mercy on Sinners!

Updated July 19th, 2022Narasimmha Lila:  Lord Narasimmha’s mercy on Sinners! Lord Krishna is always merciful towards His devotees IN ALL HIS AVATARS including His avatar as Lord Narasimmha.  Even the Lord Narasimmha’s mercy is explained in Srimad Bhagavatham.  He never punishes the sinners with haste.  He gives many chances for the sinners to reform themselves … Continue reading “Narasimmha Lila:  Lord Narasimmha’s mercy on Sinners!”

Lord Krishna’s Appearance on Earth From Sri Brahma Vaivartha Purana!

Updated August 22nd, 2019Lord Krishna’s Appearance on Earth From Sri Brahma Vaivartha Purana (Chapter-7) (It is auspicious to read this post on Krishna Jayanthi/ Janmashtami day. The procedure of fasting and worship for Janmashtami can be read in THIS POST and THIS POST. Hope these posts help you to observe the festivals properly.) (1) Sri Narada said: … Continue reading “Lord Krishna’s Appearance on Earth From Sri Brahma Vaivartha Purana!”

STORY WITH RULES ON JANMASTAMI (KRISHNA JAYANTI) FROM SCRIPTURES!

Updated August 31st, 2018STORY WITH RULES ON JANMASTAMI (KRISHNA JAYANTI) FROM SCRIPTURES! (From Sri Brahma-Vaivarta Purana, Chapter 8) (Note: The fasting rules given in the Purana may be very difficult to follow in this kaliyuga because the people are running for studies, job, etc. Before or after reading this Post, please READ THIS POST to know … Continue reading “STORY WITH RULES ON JANMASTAMI (KRISHNA JAYANTI) FROM SCRIPTURES!”

SRI RAMANUJACHARYA LIFE HISTORY (DIARY OF 20 EVENTS)

Updated August 22nd, 2019SRI RAMANUJACHARYA LIFE HISTORY (DIARY OF 20 EVENTS)     (1) APPEARANCE AND DISAPPEARANCE: APPEARANCE :  In the year 1017 AD. Another source says that he appeared on 13th April 1017 AD. DISAPPEARANCE : In the year  1137 AC Father:  Kesava Perumal Somayaji Dikhsitar Free Star Matching; Pay & Analyze/ Match Horoscopes; Donate; … Continue reading “SRI RAMANUJACHARYA LIFE HISTORY (DIARY OF 20 EVENTS)”

GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER SPECIAL :  14 STEPS OF THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS CHRIST

Updated March 29th, 2018GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER SPECIAL:  14 STEPS OF THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS CHRIST Jesus Christ, considered as the Son Of God is the Symbol of Mercy. There is no doubt in it! Good Friday is observed as the day of crucifixion of Jesus Christ at Calvary Cross. Easter is the day on … Continue reading “GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER SPECIAL :  14 STEPS OF THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS CHRIST”

Caitanya Maha Prabhu Life History & Celebrating Gaura Purnima!

Updated October 17th, 2024Caitanya Maha Prabhu Life History & Celebrating Gaura Purnima! CELEBRATING GAURA PURNIMA AT HOME Celebrating Gaura Purnima at home is simple. Just clean the house and altar/ Puja room. Offer flowers to the deities/ pictures of Sri Caitanya Maha prabhu, Krishna and acharyas. Offer delicious food to the Lord Krishna and Maha … Continue reading “Caitanya Maha Prabhu Life History & Celebrating Gaura Purnima!”

MAHA SIVARATRI – A to Z DETAILS FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES!

Updated July 21st, 2021MAHA SIVARATRI – A to Z DETAILS AND THE RECOMMENDED SYSTEM OF CELEBRATION FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES! (1) WHY MAHA SIVARATRI IS CELEBRATED? There are twelve Sivaratris in every year on the month’s 13th night/14th day.  Out of them, Maha Sivaratri, that comes in the late winter (February/March or Phalguna) and before the … Continue reading “MAHA SIVARATRI – A to Z DETAILS FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES!”

SRI NITYANANDHA PRABHU  – DIARY OF EVENTS WHEN HE APPEARED ON EARTH!

Updated January 27th, 2018SRI NITYANANDHA PRABHU  – DIARY OF EVENTS WHEN HE APPEARED ON EARTH! (1) APPEARANCE:  Ekachakra Village, in West Bengal, India.  Year around 1474.  Also called as NITAI in his childhood.  Father:  Hadai Pandita ; (2) STATUS: He is considered as the avatar of Lord Balarama, the adhi guru and elder brother of Lord … Continue reading “SRI NITYANANDHA PRABHU  – DIARY OF EVENTS WHEN HE APPEARED ON EARTH!”

MAKAR SANKARANTI – DETAILS, CELEBRATING PROCEDURE AND A SWEET RECIPE!

Updated January 12th, 2018MAKAR SANKARANTI – DETAILS, CELEBRATING PROCEDURE AND A SWEET RECIPE! Makar Sankaranti is the Festival Of Harvest and this festival is dedicated to thank the Sun God who helps the grains and vegetables to exist for the use of all the living beings. Krishna devotees can use this festival to chant more.  … Continue reading “MAKAR SANKARANTI – DETAILS, CELEBRATING PROCEDURE AND A SWEET RECIPE!”

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL : JESUS CHRIST – GLORIES AND SOME SIMILARITIES WITH THE PREACHING OF KRISHNA!

Updated December 24th, 2017CHRISTMAS SPECIAL : JESUS CHRIST – GLORIES AND SOME SIMILARITIES WITH THE PREACHING OF KRISHNA! In Bhagavad Gita 17.3, Krishna says that according to one’s mode of Nature one evolves a particular type of faith. The wise who understand this, pursue their paths to God consciousness, in accordance with His original instructions, … Continue reading “CHRISTMAS SPECIAL : JESUS CHRIST – GLORIES AND SOME SIMILARITIES WITH THE PREACHING OF KRISHNA!”

TULSI VIVAH (MARRIAGE) WITH SALAGRAMA (KRISHNA) – COMPLETE DETAILS AND HOW TO CELEBRATE IT?

Updated November 21st, 2018TULSI VIVAH (MARRIAGE) WITH SALAGRAMA (KRISHNA) – COMPLETE  DETAILS AND HOW TO CELEBRATE IT? This is the celebration of the marriage ceremony of Srimati Tulsi Maharani and Lord Sri Krishna in the form of Salagrama Sila. STORIES (LEGENDS) BEHIND TULASI VIVAH (MARRIAGE) This Marriage Festival is performed on the 11th day of … Continue reading “TULSI VIVAH (MARRIAGE) WITH SALAGRAMA (KRISHNA) – COMPLETE DETAILS AND HOW TO CELEBRATE IT?”

Glories of Govardhana Hills and Govardhana Puja

Updated December 10th, 2017I have given the Glories of Govardhana Hills today from “KRISHNA” Book CHAPTER-24 By HDG A.C. Bakthi Vedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, the founder acharya of ISKCON, with due thanks to Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT), the publication wing of ISKCON, who owns its rights: Now, the article: While engaged with the brahmanas who … Continue reading “Glories of Govardhana Hills and Govardhana Puja”

DIWALI or DEEPAVALI – CELEBRATING PROCEDURE, RECIPES AND STORIES BEHIND IT

Updated December 10th, 2017DIWALI or DEEPAVALI – CELEBRATING PROCEDURE, RECIPES AND STORIES BEHIND IT Diwali or Deepavali as called in different regions, is celebrated in many parts of India / world.   Deepavali / Diwali  means “Festival of lights/ Series of lights”.  ‘Deep’ means ‘Light’;  ‘Vali’ means ‘Series’. Diwali marks the Lamps, Decorated Houses, Crackers, Sweets, … Continue reading “DIWALI or DEEPAVALI – CELEBRATING PROCEDURE, RECIPES AND STORIES BEHIND IT”

Bahulashtami – Radha Kunda Appearance Day & Radha Kundashtakam!

Updated October 13th, 2025Bahulashtami – Radha Kunda Appearance Day & Radha Kundashtakam! (Sacred pond that is the bathing place of Srimati Radharani and Lord Krsna in Govardana / Vrndavana) BAHULASHTAMI – RADHA KUNDA APPEARANCE! On the eighth day of the waning phase of the damodara month, Bahulashtami – Radha Kunda Appearance day is celebrated by … Continue reading “Bahulashtami – Radha Kunda Appearance Day & Radha Kundashtakam!”

DAMODARA – KARTHIKA MONTH GLORIES AND DAMODARASHTAKAM

Updated October 12th, 2019DAMODARA – KARTHIKA MONTH GLORIES AND DAMODARASHTAKAM Devotees Please don’t forget,  Just as there is no yuga equal to Satya-yuga, no scripture equal to the Vedas, and no place of pilgrimage equal to the Ganges, so there is no month equal to Kartika. Damodara lilas are the most blissful lilas in the … Continue reading “DAMODARA – KARTHIKA MONTH GLORIES AND DAMODARASHTAKAM”

ODANA SASTHI – CEREMONY FOR LORD JAGANNATHA – STORY!

Updated December 2nd, 2019ODANA SASTHI – CEREMONY FOR LORD JAGANNATHA – STORY! Sadhana Sasthi is a festival to show our love to Lord Jagannatha by protecting his deity with a cloth purchased from a weaver. This ceremony marks the start of winter and hence Lord Jagannath is protected from the cold with a cloth. Though … Continue reading “ODANA SASTHI – CEREMONY FOR LORD JAGANNATHA – STORY!”

GLORIES OF RADHARANI

Updated December 9th, 2017GLORIES OF RADHARANI (1) WHO IS RADHARANI? Srila Prabhupada, the founder of ISKCON, writes in SRI CAITANYA CARITAMRUTA: “We should understand what Radha-Krsna actually is. Radha and Krsna display their pastimes through Krsna’s internal energy. The pleasure potency of Krsna’s internal energy is a most difficult subject matter, and unless one understands … Continue reading “GLORIES OF RADHARANI”

108 NAMES OF RADHARANI

Updated December 9th, 2017108 NAMES OF RADHARANI as said by Srila Raghunatha Dasa Goswami in his SRI SRI RADHIKA ASTOTTARA SATA NAMA STOTRAM (Verses & Meanings) aviksatmesvari kascid vrndavana-mahesvarim tat padamboja-maka gati dasyati katara patita tat-saras tire ruda tyartha-ravakulam tac chri-vaktreksanavaptyai namanyetani sanjagau Some maidservant, unable to find her mistress, has fallen on the bank … Continue reading “108 NAMES OF RADHARANI”

RADHARANI – APPEARANCE AND BIODATA – DETAILS

Updated December 9th, 2017RADHARANI – APPEARANCE AND BIODATA APPEARANCE OF SRIMATHI RADHARANI: Radharani is the eternal consort of Krishna. Radharani appeared exactly two weeks after the appearance of Krishna on the eighth day of the waxing moon of Hrsikesha (Bhadra) mase, at noon. She was found on a lotus flower by Vrashabhanu and his wife … Continue reading “RADHARANI – APPEARANCE AND BIODATA – DETAILS”

SRILA PRABHUPADA LIFE HISTORY – DIARY:

Updated August 22nd, 2019SRILA PRABHUPADA LIFE HISTORY – DIARY His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada’s life establishes how a sincere spiritual desire of serving the Lord Krishna by spreading His Names all over the world became successful catalyzed by Krishna Himself. SOME IMPORTANT EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF SRILA PRABHUPADA (1) 1 … Continue reading “SRILA PRABHUPADA LIFE HISTORY – DIARY:”

KRISHNA JAYANTHI (or) JANMASHTAMI (or) GOKULASHTAMI – FASTING AND WORSHIP TIPS!

Updated August 31st, 2018KRISHNA JAYANTHI (or) JANMASHTAMI (or) GOKULASHTAMI – FASTING AND WORSHIP TIPS! Actually, the celebrations for Krishna Jayanthi starts from morning 5 AM on the Krishna Jayanthi Day and ends at the midnight of the same day. Those who fast for Janmashtami may stop taking food after 5 AM on Krishna Jayanthi. They … Continue reading “KRISHNA JAYANTHI (or) JANMASHTAMI (or) GOKULASHTAMI – FASTING AND WORSHIP TIPS!”

Why RAVANA DEHAN is celebrated on Vijaya dasami by burning a Gyani Ravana?

Updated December 8th, 2017Brief Question:  Why RAVANA DEHAN is celebrated on Vijaya dasami by burning a Gyani Ravana? Actual Question: Om harihar anna A question raised in my mind about dussehra. In india the ritual of Ravan Dehan celebrating every year but i want to ask that is it not wrong to watch Ravan Dehan … Continue reading “Why RAVANA DEHAN is celebrated on Vijaya dasami by burning a Gyani Ravana?”

Is worshiping Radharani alone advisable or not as in Vrindavan?

Updated November 14th, 2025Is worshiping Radharani alone advisable or not as in Vrindavan? Qn. In Detail from a female devotee: Hare Krishna! Prabhuji, can u please explain or post in detail about The following: Can u tell the difference between Rukminiji and Satyabhama who are mostly worshiped in South along with Lord Krishna! But here … Continue reading “Is worshiping Radharani alone advisable or not as in Vrindavan?”

Sri Rama Navami – Fasting, Other details and Story behind it!

Updated March 25th, 2026Sri Rama Navami marks the appearance day of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Vishnu, on earth.  The Lord Himself is the Hero in the Valmiki Ramayana that has 24,000 verses. . FASTING FOR SRI RAMA NAVAMI It is advised that the devotees may fast for Sri Rama Navami from before sunrise … Continue reading “Sri Rama Navami – Fasting, Other details and Story behind it!”