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Skanda Sashti (Oct 18-24, 2009)

Posted on Oct 21st, 2009 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

Skanda Sashti is observed on the sixth day of the bright fortnight of the Tamil month of Aippasi (October - November). It is an important festival of South India and is observed to commemorate the... More »

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This year Diwali falls on October 17th

Posted on Oct 16th, 2009 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

This year Diwali falls on October 17th – which is conveniently on a Saturday! Diwali is often referred to as the “Festival of Lights” and is a celebration of joy and happiness. Diwali signifies the... More »

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DEEPAWALI

Posted on Oct 15th, 2009 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

Diwali is the most important festival for the Hindus, for it's our promise to take ourselves from darkness unto light -- the light that empowers us to commit ourselves to good deeds, that which brings... More »

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Sri Lankan Nallur Festival

Posted on Oct 10th, 2009 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

Sri Lankan Nallur Festival Has Devotion and Traditional Match-Making Source: www.sundaytimes.lk JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, August 16, 2009: Jaffna’s annual Nallur festival is a major religious and social event which draws devotees from the far corners... More »

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When is Diwali 2009?

Posted on Oct 6th, 2009 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

Deepavali or Diwali - also known as the "Festival of Lights" is the biggest festival in the Hindu Calendar. What is the date for Diwali 2009? Answer: Diwali falls on Saturday, October 17, 2009.

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Washington Festival, A Tribute to Jaffna’s Nalloor Temple

Posted on Sep 30th, 2009 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

HPI - Aug 12, 2009                 Washington Festival, A Tribute to Jaffna’s Nalloor Temple Source: www.tamilnet.com WASHINGTON D.C., USA, August 9, 2009: Several hundred Saiva devotees from different parts of the U.S.... More »

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Ardra Darshana 2009, Celebrating Lord Shiva

Posted on Dec 24th, 2008 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

Source: http://www.hindu-blog.com/2008/12/arudhra-darshan-2009-lord-shiva-ardra.html INDIA, December 21, 2008: Ardra Darshana, also known as Ardra festival, will occur on January 10 in 2009. Observed on the full moon day in the Tamil month of Margazhi (Margali Masam), this... More »

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November 4th is Skanda Sashti

Posted on Nov 3rd, 2008 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

November 4th is Skanda Sashti. The significance of this festival has been explained by Sri Swami Sivanandaji in his book "Hindu Fasts and Festivals". This article has been posted at: http://www.dlshq.org/religions/skanda.htm

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Deppavali Blessings from H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji

Posted on Oct 26th, 2008 by sanmugan : Seeker of truth sanmugan

Deppavali Blessings from H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji  Radiant Immortal Divinities! Most Beloved and Blessed Selves Hari Om! Om Namo Narayanaya! Happy Diwali ! May this holy festival of Sri Sri Laxmipuja and Happy New... More »

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