Best Hinduism website for Mantras, Stotras, Hindu culture, temples, festivals, rituals in regional languages.noreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:32:00 +0530Blogger http://www.blogger.com3896125http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/en-ushttp://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/10/navaratri-mahotsavam-2026-vakkom-sree.htmlkudiyirikkaltemplenarasimhamoorthitempleNavaratripoojavaipputrivandrumnavaratrivakkamsreekudiyirikkalkavildeviugranarasimhamoorthy templevijayadasaminoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:04:41 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-307710778560320576Navaratri Mahotsavam 2026 will be celebrated from October 11 to October 21 at the ancient Vakkom Sree Kudiyirikkal Kavil Devi Ugra Narasimha Moorthy Temple, located near the Post Office, Vakkom, in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. The festival will feature special poojas, cultural programmes, dance performances, a drawing competition, Poojaveppu, Ayudha Pooja and Vidyarambham.The temple is 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2010/10/nine-forms-of-goddess-worship-on.htmlgoddesshindugodsNavaratriShaktinoreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:24:36 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-3423581802238578654 During the Navaratri festival, nine forms of Goddess Shakti is worshipped all over India. Goddess Shakti is worshipped depending on the tradition of the region. 1) Goddess Durga – Also known as Maa Durga is an embodiment of creative feminine force and is regarded as "the invincible" one. 2) Goddess Bhadrakali – Goddess Bhadra Kali is one of the most popular forms of the Goddess Shakti as 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2009/09/navratri-festival-or-navaratri-festival.htmlhindufestivalsNavaratrinoreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:24:05 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-8439164685073243796 Navratri Festival or Navaratri Festival is one of the most important Hindu festivals of India celebrated with great religious fervor throughout India. Navratri means “Nine Nights in Sanskrit”; Nava meaning Nine and Ratri meaning nights. The nine forms of Goddess Shakti are worshipped during these nine nights and ten days. Each of the three days is devoted to worship of Goddess Durga - the 2http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2013/10/goddess-brahmacharini.htmlbrahmachariniformsofshaktinavadurgaNavaratrinoreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:20:37 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-3713798929463224226 Goddess Brahmacharini is one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Brahmacharini Mata is worshiped on the 2nd day of Navratri Festival. Here “Brahma” refers to “Tapa” and Brahmacharini is means the one who perform Tapa or penance.  The goddess is represented in her meditative aspect as a Sannyasin or pious women. Tapashcharini, Uma and Aparna are other names of the goddess.  Appearance&0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2023/10/four-types-of-navaratri-festival.htmlNavaratrinoreply@blogger.com (Devi Nair)Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:19:59 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-6544454328379695701Navaratri, also spelled Navratri, is an annual Hindu festival observed in honour of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. It spans over nine nights.NAVARATRI FESTIVALNavaratri is an annual Hindu festival observed in honour of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. It spans over nine nights.There are total four types of Navratri.These 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2013/10/goddess-shailputri.htmlformsofshaktinavadurgaNavaratrishailputrinoreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:17:01 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-598275784283850203 Goddess Shailputri Mata is the first among the Navadurga forms of Goddess Durga. Goddess Shailputri is the first goddess form worshiped during the nine days Navratri Festival. She is also known as Vrisharudha and Hemavati. Hindu traditions regard her as the absolute form of Mother Nature. Shailaputri is the devi of Muladara Chakra, one of the seven primary chakras according to Hindu tantrism.&0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2013/09/nine-goddess-worship-navratri-festival.htmlDurgagoddesshindugodsnavadurgaNavaratrinoreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:16:23 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-5272893302166343464 The Nine Goddess to Worship on Navratri Festival 2026. The Hindu festival of Navaratri lasts for 9 days which are dedicated to nine forms of Mother Goddess. Each day of Navratri is dedicated to one form of Goddess Durga. Below are the details of the 9 Goddess of Navaratri Festival.  Navdurga - 9 Goddess to Worship on Navratri Festival Shailputri – First Day Goddess Durga’s first form3http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2023/10/goddess-shailaputri-form-of-durga.htmlnavadurgaNavaratrishailputrinoreply@blogger.com (Devi Nair)Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:15:53 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-487187161458072581ദുർഗ്ഗദേവിയുടെ ആദ്യ രൂപം ശൈലപുത്രി First form of Goddess Durga worship during Navaratri festival - Goddess Shailaputri. നവരാത്രി വ്രതം ഒന്നാം ദിനം ശൈലപുത്രിയെ ആരാധിക്കാം.ശൈലപുത്രി - നവരാത്രി ഒന്നാം ദിവസംശൈലപുത്രി എന്ന വാക്കിന്റെ അർത്ഥം പർവതങ്ങളുടെ പുത്രി എന്നാണ്. നവരാത്രിയുടെ ആദ്യ ദിവസം ആരാധിക്കപ്പെടുന്ന നവദുർഗ്ഗയുടെ ആദ്യ രൂപമാണ് അവൾ. ബ്രഹ്മാവ്, വിഷ്ണു, ശിവൻ എന്നിവരുടെ ശക്തിയുടെ ആൾരൂപമായ&0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/10/navaratri-mahotsavam-2026-sree-panchami.htmldurgaashtamimahanavamiNavaratripanchamidevitemplevarahiVidyarambhamvijayadasaminoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Thu, 8 Oct 2026 14:33:55 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-5219182402689355879Navaratri Mahotsavam 2026 at Sree Panchami Devi Temple, Peta, Kallummoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, will be celebrated from October 11 to October 21, 2026. The temple is known as Kerala's first Varahi Panchami Devi Temple.The Navaratri Puja begins on October 11 at 8:30 AM, with Goddess Durga worshipped in nine divine forms. The Navaratri Dance and Music Festival will be inaugurated on October 11 at 6:0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/10/alpasi-festival-2026-sree.htmlalpasiutsavamAnantha Padmanabhaswamy templeArattu 2026 temple festivalpadmanabhaswamy temple festivaltemple festival Thiruvananthapuramthiruvananthapuramtemplesnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Wed, 7 Oct 2026 13:19:09 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-1280580277376168079The Alpasi Mahotsavam 2026 at the historic Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Thiruvananthapuram, will be celebrated from October 11 to October 20, 2026. The ten-day annual temple festival features traditional rituals, Utsava Sreebali, cultural programmes, classical dance performances and the grand Pallivetta and Arattu ceremonies.The festival will begin with the Thrikkodiyettu on October 11 and 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/10/vishnu-gayatri-mantra-malayalam-lyrics.htmlgayatrimantrasmalayalamlyricsnoreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Tue, 6 Oct 2026 08:18:22 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-4696525166532358244വിഷ്ണു ഗായത്രി മന്ത്രം Vishnu Gayatri Mantra Malayalam Lyrics. വിഷ്ണു ഗായത്രി മന്ത്രം മഹാവിഷ്ണുവിനെ ആരാധിക്കുന്ന ഗായത്രി മന്ത്രം ആണ്. ദിവസവും ഭക്തിപൂർവ്വം ഈ ഗായത്രി മന്ത്രം ജപിക്കുന്നത് മനശാന്തിയും ഐശ്വര്യവും സമ്പൽവർദ്ധനവും പ്രദാനം ചെയ്യുന്നു. വിഷ്ണു ഗായത്രി മന്ത്രം ഓം നാരായണായ വിദ്മഹേവാസുദേവായ ധീമഹിതന്നോ വിഷ്ണു: പ്രചോദയാത്പ്രഭാതത്തിൽ കുളിച്ചു ശുദ്ധിയായ ശേഷം 9 തവണയോ അതിൽ കൂടുതലോ 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/10/navaratri-2026-in-kerala-dates.htmldevi vazhipaduGoddess SaraswatimahanavaminavamifestivalsNavaratriSaraswati PujaVidyarambhamvijayadasaminoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Sat, 3 Oct 2026 21:46:44 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-7928098594098259996Navaratri 2026 is one of the most important Hindu festivals dedicated to Goddess Durga and the divine feminine power. In Kerala, Navaratri is observed with special devotion through temple rituals, Saraswati Puja, Ayudha Puja, Mah Navami, and Vijayadashami Vidyarambham ceremonies.The Navaratri festival in Kerala begins on October 11, 2026, corresponding to Kanni 25, 1202 Malayalam Era, and 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2021/07/gajendra-moksha-stotra-malayalam-lyrics.htmlgajendramokshastotramalayalamlyricsmantrasmalayalamvishnumantrasnoreply@blogger.com (Hindu Devotional Blog)Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:24:51 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-1474619112124368916ശ്രീ ഗജേന്ദ്ര മോക്ഷം സ്തോത്രം മലയാളം Gajendra Moksha Stotra Malayalam Lyrics. ശ്രീ ഗജേന്ദ്രമോക്ഷഃ കഥ ഭാഗവത‌പുരണാത്തി‌ലെ എട്ടാം സ്കന്ദത്തിൽ ആണ്. മഹാവിഷ്ണു ഗരുഡ വാഹനത്തി‌ൽ വന്നു ഗജേന്ദ്ര‌ൻ എന്ന ആനയെ മുതലയുടെ വായിൽ നിന്ന് രക്ഷിക്കുന്നതാണ് ഗജേന്ദ്ര മോക്ഷം കഥ. ഗജേന്ദ്ര മോക്ഷ മന്ത്രം ജപിക്കുന്നതിലൂടെ ജീവിതത്തിലെ പ്രശ്നങ്ങളിലും പ്രതിസന്ധികളിൽ നിന്നും മോചനം ലഭിക്കുന്നു എന്നാണ് വിശ്വാസം.&3http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2011/11/9-navagraha-temples-of-tamilnadu.htmlKumbakonamnavagrahatemplestamilnadutemplesnoreply@blogger.com (Abhilash MS)Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:50:55 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-2460876761392937172 Navagraha Temples in Tamilnadu are the 9 temples dedicated to Navagrahas – the nine celestial planets of Hindu astronomy. These nine Navagraha temples are located near Kumbakonam in Tamil Nadu. Each of these Navagraha shrines is situated in a different village, and is dedicated to one of the 9 Navagrahas. That is, the first temple Sooriyanar Kovil is dedicated to Lord Surya, while the 12http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/09/navaratri-festival-2026-poojappura-sree.htmlNavaratripoojappuraVidyarambhamvijayadasaminoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:06:37 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-9207321010299488251Poojappura in Thiruvananthapuram becomes a major centre of devotion and cultural activities during the annual Navaratri Mahotsavam. The Sree Saraswathi Devi Temple and Saraswathi Mandapam host special poojas, devotional programmes, classical music, dance performances and traditional ceremonies. Poojappura Navaratri Mahotsavam 2026The Poojappura Navaratri Mahotsavam 2026 will be celebrated from 110http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/09/sacred-dates-of-september-2026-complete.htmlGanesh ChaturthiHindu festivals September 2026Hindu vrat calendarKrishna JanmashtamiSacred dates September 2026noreply@blogger.com (Viji)Tue, 1 Sep 2026 09:42:20 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-3681286584174882173September is one of the most spiritually vibrant months in the Hindu calendar. It opens with the joyous celebration of Lord Krishna's birth, moves through a series of sacred Ekadashi and Pradosh fasts dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, welcomes Lord Ganesha into our homes during Ganesh Chaturthi, and closes with His farewell at Ganesh Visarjan. Along the way, the month also honors the Sapta0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/dudhwa-national-park-rich-wildlife.htmlbengaltigerdudhwadudhwanationalparknationalparkUttarpradeshwestbengalwoodpeckersnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:47:00 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-5765726525795275275Dudhwa National Park is one of the most important wildlife destinations in northern India. Located close to the India–Nepal border in Uttar Pradesh, the park is renowned for its extensive forests, grasslands, wetlands and remarkable diversity of wildlife. Situated around 450 km from Delhi, Dudhwa represents one of the finest remaining examples of the Terai ecosystem.A Diverse Natural 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/golden-temple-amritsar-sacred-symbol-of.htmlamritsarculturalheritagegoldentemplelangartraditionPilgrimagetemplehistorynoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:21:49 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-7416053610575414354A Spiritual and Architectural MarvelThe Golden Temple, officially known as Harmandir Sahib or Sri Darbar Sahib, is one of the most revered religious landmarks in India. Located in Amritsar, Punjab, this magnificent shrine is the spiritual centre of Sikhism and attracts devotees, pilgrims and tourists from across the world. The temple warmly welcomes people of every caste, creed, class and 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/rajarani-temple-in-bhubaneswar.html11thcenturyBhubaneswarbhubaneswarrajaranitempleindreswaratemplelord shivaOdishaodishatemplessculpturesnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:56:26 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-755161154711864447A Magnificent Example of Ancient Odisha ArchitectureRajarani Temple is one of the most remarkable architectural treasures of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, a city renowned for its historic temples and rich cultural heritage. Built around the 11th century, the temple is admired for its elegant design, intricate stone carvings and exceptional sculptural artistry. It is considered one of the finest examples 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/borobudur-indonesia-ancient-buddhist.htmlborobudurBuddhaIndonesiaindonesiatemplessacredstupasunescoheritagesitesworldheritagesitesnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:24:14 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-4899179172247906256Borobudur is one of the world's greatest Buddhist monuments and a remarkable testament to the Mahayana Buddhist tradition. Located on the island of Java in Indonesia, this magnificent temple complex is believed to have been constructed around the 8th and 9th centuries during the reign of the Sailendra dynasty, which ruled Central Java. The construction of such an enormous monument is thought to 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/jagathy-sree-krishna-swamy-temple.htmlbhagavatha sapthahamdakshinagokulamfestivaldhanvantaritemplesjagathykrishnatemplekrishnajayanthilord krishnatemples in Thiruvananthapuramnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:11:52 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-128623577334642910The Divine Healer in the Form of KrishnaIntroductionJagathy Sree Krishna Swamy Temple is a revered Hindu temple situated at Jagathy in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Located amidst the busy urban surroundings of Jagathy, Vazhuthacaud and Edappazhanji, the temple is known for its distinctive form of worship in which Lord Krishna is revered in the form of Dhanvantari, the divine physician.The temple 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/palitana-jain-temples-gujarat-sacred.htmlGujaratgujarattemplesjainismjaintemplespalitanajaintemplessacredhillsnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:44:40 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-6542749531078579718The Palitana Jain Temples are among the most revered Jain pilgrimage centres in Gujarat and hold an important place in the religious heritage of India. Situated on Shatrunjaya Hill, near the town of Palitana in Bhavnagar district, this magnificent temple complex is renowned for its hundreds of temples, beautifully carved shrines, towering spires and intricate stonework. The entire hill is 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/borra-caves-visakhapatnam-andhra-pradesh.htmlandhrapradeshborracavesgosthaniriverindianculturevisakhapatnamnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:36:46 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-7050158804486262302A Natural Wonder of the Eastern Ghats Borra Caves, locally known as Borra Guhalu, are among the most fascinating natural attractions in Andhra Pradesh. Located in the Eastern Ghats, approximately 90 km from Visakhapatnam, these spectacular limestone caves are surrounded by dense forests, scenic hills and rich natural beauty. Situated at an elevation of around 1,450 feet above sea level, the caves0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/behind-golden-splendour-story-and.htmlculturaleventselephantfestivalKeralalord ganeshamoolaganapathinettipattamnoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:27:54 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-5033960950987745714Nettippattam is one of the most magnificent traditional ornaments associated with ceremonial elephants. The name itself is derived from two simple words: “Netti,” meaning forehead, and “Pattam” or “Pattom,” meaning ornament or decorative band. Thus, Nettippattam can be understood as a forehead ornament placed on an elephant during festivals, rituals, processions and other auspicious 0http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/2026/08/tourist-attractions-in-mussoorie.htmlhillstationlakemanasarovarmallmussooriequeenofhillstourismtouristattractionswildlifenoreply@blogger.com (Viji)Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:05:56 +0530tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8507585735405696005.post-1311817720190622659Hill stations occupy a special place in India's tourism landscape, offering pleasant weather, scenic surroundings and an escape from the heat of the plains. Among the country's popular mountain destinations, Mussoorie, often called the “Queen of Hills,” holds a special position.Situated in Uttarakhand in northern India, Mussoorie is surrounded by the Himalayan landscape and is located 0