Unveiling the Joy: Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with GIRI Traditional Cultural Shop Introduction: As the vibrant festival of Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, we prepare to welcome Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity who symbolizes wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. Ganesh Chaturthi is a joyous occasion celebrated with g…

Samaveda Upakarma: A Spiritual Journey of Renewal and Reflection Samaveda Upakarma is a significant annual observance in the Hindu tradition, dedicated to the renewal of one's commitment to learning and spiritual growth. Upakarma means "beginning," and this event marks the beginning of a new year of learning for the f…

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi , is one of the most popular Hindu festivals celebrated in India and across the world. The festival is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed God who is believed to be the remover of obstacles and the patron of arts and sciences. This year, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrate…

Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Gokulashtami, is one of the most important festivals celebrated by Hindus worldwide. It commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. It is celebrated on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which usually falls in August or September. Krishna Janmas…

Aadi Perukku is a Hindu festival celebrated in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The festival is dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated in the Tamil month of Aadi (July-August). Aadi Perukku is also known as "Aadi 18" and it is celebrated on the 18th day of the Aadi month. The festival holds great signif…

Tamil New Year's Day, also known as Puthandu, is a major festival celebrated by Tamilians all over the world. This day marks the first day of the traditional Tamil calendar and is a time of renewal, reflection, and celebration of life. The history of Tamil New Year's Day can be traced back to the Sangam era, which was a per…

Ram Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. This festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion by millions of Hindu devotees all over the world, especially in India. The festival takes place on the ninth day of the Hindu lunar calendar month of Chaitra, usuall…

Introduction: Panguni is the last month of the Tamil calendar, which usually falls between March and April. It is a significant month for Hindus in Tamil Nadu as it marks the end of the winter season and the beginning of the summer season. The month is known for its cultural and religious significance , and it is a time when various…

In the previous chapter, we saw  Rama’s Pattabhishekam (coronation) . , Now we'll see the  Conclusion . It is said that those who listen to Ramayana or read it would be blessed with a long life, with all the happiness, and would be released from all sins. Their children would live long. Rama will grant all their wishes. There…

In the previous chapter, we saw  Rama’s meeting with Bharata . , Now we'll see  Rama’s Pattabhishekam (coronation) . This is the last and concluding chapter in Valmiki Ramayana and Valmiki describes the coronation in 120 verses. Generally one ends the Ramayana with this. Bharata paid his respects to Rama and said “My mother h…

In the previous chapter, we saw  Rama sends Hanuman to Bharata . , Now we'll see  Rama’s meeting with Bharata .  Bharata so rejoiced to hear these happy tidings and he ordered his brother Shatrughna to decorate the city and offer poojas. He said, “Let pure men worship all the Gods with well-perfumed flowers and music”. Valm…

In the previous chapter, we saw a  Meeting with Bharadwaja . , Now we'll see  Rama sends Hanuman to Bharata . Rama decided to send Hanuman as a messenger to Ayodhya to get information about the welfare of all. He asked Hanuman to go first to Shringiberapura to inform Guha about Rama’s return and said that Guha would give him …

In the previous chapter, we saw  Flying Pushpaka Vimana back to Ayodhya . , Now we'll see a  Meeting with Bharadwaja . Valmiki says that Rama reached the Ashram of Bhardwaja after the completion of fourteen years and the day was Panchami or the fifth lunar day. There could be some significance in giving this detail. Rama paid…