Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (वैष्णो देवी), also known as Mata Rani, Trikuta, or Vaishnavi, is one of the most revered Hindu goddesses. She is considered an incarnation of Maa Durga and resides in the holy Trikuta Hills of Jammu & Kashmir, India. The sacred Vaishno Devi Temple (वैष्णो देवी मंदिर) is one of the 108 Shakti Peethas and among the most visited pilgrimage sites in India, where millions of devotees seek her blessings every year. Story of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (वैष्णो देवी की कथा) According to Hindu mythology: Mata Vaishno Devi was born as a divine girl named Vaishnavi,…
Author: Mahendra Kumar Vyas
Mahendra Kumar Vyas
Mahendra Vyas, born to Late Shri G. L. Vyas and Shrimati Sharda Vyas, did Civil Engineering from M.B.M.Engineering College, Jodhpur. Worked with Mars Group and Aditya Birla Group, became a part of Yoga Niketan, Mumbai in 2002, and since then practicing Yoga.
Goddess Kali (काली माता) is one of the fiercest forms of the Divine Mother, worshipped for protection, strength, the destruction of evil, and liberation. She is also known as Mahakali, the timeless energy beyond creation and destruction. Among her many powerful chants, the ॐ काली काली महाकाली मंत्र is considered highly effective for removing fear, destroying negativity, and invoking her blessings. ॐ काली काली महाकाली मंत्र (Om Kali Kali Mahakali Mantra) ॐ काली काली महाकाली कालिके परमेश्वरी। सर्वानन्दकरी देवी नारायणि नमोऽस्तुते॥ Meaning of the Mantra हे माँ काली, जिसे महाकाली के नाम से भी जाना जाता है, आप परमेश्वरी हैं…
The Surkanda Devi Temple, located near Dhanaulti in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, is one of the most sacred Shakti Peethas dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Surrounded by dense forests and offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, the temple holds deep mythological and spiritual significance. Every year, thousands of devotees climb the steep trek to seek the blessings of Maa Surkanda, who symbolizes strength, protection, and divine motherly love. History and Legend of Surkanda Devi Temple The temple is linked to the story of Sati and Shiva. When Goddess Sati immolated herself at her father Daksha’s yagna, Lord Shiva carried her body in…
The Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati, Assam, is one of the most revered Shakti Peethas in India. Dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, a powerful form of Shakti, this temple is associated with fertility, divine feminine energy, and mystical tantric practices. Pilgrims, saints, and spiritual seekers from across the world visit Kamakhya Devi to attain the blessings of strength, prosperity, and spiritual awakening. History of Kamakhya Devi Temple According to legends, when Lord Shiva carried Goddess Sati’s body after her self-immolation, her yoni (womb) fell at this place. Thus, the Kamakhya Shakti Peeth is regarded as one of the most sacred spots…
भारतीय संस्कृति में माँ सरस्वती को ज्ञान, विद्या, वाणी और संगीत की देवी माना गया है। विद्यार्थियों, कलाकारों और विद्वानों के लिए उनका आशीर्वाद सफलता और प्रगति का आधार है। कहा जाता है कि जब कोई साधक पूरे मन से सरस्वती मंत्र हिंदी में जप करता है, तो उसकी बुद्धि तेज होती है, वाणी मधुर बनती है और शिक्षा तथा कला के मार्ग में आने वाली बाधाएँ दूर होती हैं। आज के प्रतिस्पर्धात्मक युग में, जहाँ हर किसी को एकाग्रता, स्मरण शक्ति और आत्मविश्वास की आवश्यकता है, वहाँ सरस्वती मंत्र का नियमित जप न केवल आध्यात्मिक शक्ति देता है बल्कि…
Maa Saraswati Mantra In Hindi & English for Students In Hindu tradition, Goddess Saraswati is revered as the divine mother of wisdom, learning, speech, music, and the arts. She is the guiding force behind knowledge and enlightenment, making her one of the most worshipped deities by students, teachers, writers, musicians, and seekers of truth. Chanting the Saraswati Mantra is believed to sharpen memory, improve focus, enhance communication skills, and remove obstacles in learning. Whether preparing for exams, beginning a new creative journey, or seeking clarity of thought, these sacred mantras invoke the blessings of Goddess Saraswati for success and intellectual…
“Shivoham Shivoham” is one of the most profound spiritual chants in Hindu philosophy. It comes from Nirvana Shatakam (निर्वाण षट्कम्), composed by the great philosopher and saint Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century CE. The word Shivoham means “I am Shiva” or “I am pure consciousness.” This doesn’t mean the physical deity Shiva with a trident and matted hair—it signifies the absolute Self (Atman), which is beyond body, mind, senses, and ego. This stotra is a declaration of self-realization. Through these verses, a seeker denies identification with the material world and affirms their true nature as eternal, blissful, and infinite…
दुर्गा कवच (Devi Kavacham) एक शक्तिशाली स्तोत्र है, जिसका पाठ करने से साधक को नकारात्मक ऊर्जा, बाधाओं और भय से रक्षा प्राप्त होती है। यह कवच माँ दुर्गा की नौ शक्तियों (नवदुर्गा) का स्मरण कर उनका आशीर्वाद प्राप्त करने का सर्वोत्तम उपाय माना जाता है। हिंदू शास्त्रों के अनुसार, ब्रह्मा जी ने दुर्गा कवच का उपदेश ऋषि मार्कण्डेय को दिया था। इसमें माँ दुर्गा की महिमा, स्वरूप और उनके दिव्य कवच का वर्णन है। दुर्गा कवच पाठ करने के लाभ भय, रोग और नकारात्मक शक्तियों से रक्षा जीवन में साहस, शक्ति और आत्मविश्वास की वृद्धि शत्रुओं पर विजय और संकटों…
Every year, Dussehra (also known as Vijayadashami) holds a place in our hearts as the proud symbol of good triumphing over evil. In 2025, Dussehra will be celebrated on Thursday, 2nd October, marking the 10th day of Navratri and the final victory of Lord Rama over Ravana. This sacred day unites devotion, culture, and tradition in a grand spiritual embrace—let’s dive in to learn the exact date, rituals, and significance of Dussehra 2025. Dussehra 2025 Date & Dashami Tithi Timing Festival Date: Thursday, 2 October 2025 Dashami Tithi Timing: Begins on 1 October at 7:01 PM and ends on 2…
Navratri, the “nine nights” festival celebrating the divine feminine, returns in autumn 2025 with renewed energy and devotion. Dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine forms, this auspicious festival falls from September 22 to October 1, 2025, culminating in the glorious celebrations of Dussehra (Vijayadashami). Navratri brings families together in prayer, dance, fasting, and cultural joy across India—ushering spiritual renewal, inner strength, and cultural unity. As Navratri 2025 approaches, hearts are filled with devotion, homes are adorned, and communities unite to honor Goddess Durga’s nine cosmic forms. This year, too, begins a sacred period of self-discipline, artistic expression, and spiritual…