Shradh Pitru Paksha

Significance of Shradh or Pitru Paksha in Hinduism

What is Shradh? Shradh is derived from the word Shraddha means devotion. Shardh is a ritual for Hindus where they pay homage to their ancestors for their peace afterlife. As per the Garud Puran, our last three generations of our family impact us and lies in our body by way of genes, habits, physical appearance, … Read more

Nag Panchami

Nag Panchami and other dimensions of the Snakes

Why is Nag Panchami celebrated? Nag Panchami is the traditional Hindu festival dedicated to the Naga or serpent deities though now receded its significance with time. It is celebrated on the fifth day (which means Panchami in the Hindu calendar) of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the lunar month of Shravan (Saavan) which falls … Read more