Biography of Atibadi Jagannath Das By Lokanath Mishra: In the year 1487, on the bright eighth day of the Bhadrava month, a divine child was born in the village of Kapileshwarpura in Puri district, Odisha. His father’s name was Bhagaban Das and his mother’s name was Padmavati Devi. Kapileshwarpura was a Brahmin Sashan village. It […]
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The Story of Ananta Chaturdashi By Lokanath Mishra In the bright fortnight of the month of Bhadrava in each every year a special festival called Ananta Chaturdashi is being staged celebrated. This festival is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who is also lovingly called Ananta, meaning “endless.” People believe that even Lord Ganesha once observed this
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🌹🌹 The Story of Bhasmasura 🌹🌹 By Lokanath Mishra A long time ago, there lived a powerful demon named Bhasmasura. He wanted to become the strongest of all beings. For this, he decided to pray very hard to Lord Shiva, who is known for giving blessings to those who truly worship him. So, Bhasmasura went
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A story of Dvapara Yuga in Prose ( part-8) By Lokanath Mishra One morning, a messenger from King Kansa came to Nanda’s house. He brought a letter saying Nanda must pay taxes and visit Mathura. Nanda became worried. He feared Kansa might ask about baby Krishna. Still, he gathered milk, curds, gifts, and money, and
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Understanding Shraddha and Pinda Daan : A Journey of Honoring Ancestors By Lokanath Mishra Honoring one’s ancestors is an important tradition in Hindu culture. Through rituals such as Shraddha and Pinda Daan, people express gratitude, seek blessings, and pray for peace for the departed souls. Among the many sacred places where these rituals are performed,
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Spiritual Travel Guide: Nabadwip, Mayapur, and Ganga Sagar By Lokanath Mishra Introduction West Bengal is a treasure trove of spiritual heritage, and few places illustrate this better than Nabadwip, Mayapur, and Ganga Sagar. These sacred sites offer pilgrims and travelers a journey into the heart of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, Hindu mythology, and devotional culture, set against
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Jahni Osha & Bali Osha Pujas By Lokanath Mishra With the arrival of the month of Bhadraba and the passing of Bhadra Amavasya (Bhoda), one festival after another begins. Among these, Khudurukuni Osha is observed by unmarried girls on every Sunday of Bhadraba, praying to Goddess Sarba Mangala for the long life of their brothers.
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Pitru Paksha 2025: Hindu Americans to Begin Observance on September 7 By Lokanath Mishra Hindu communities across the United States are preparing to mark Pitru Paksha 2025, a sacred 16-day ritual period dedicated to honoring ancestors and forefathers. This year, Pitru Paksha will begin on Sunday, September 7, 2025 (Bhadrapada Purnima) and conclude on Sunday,
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A Story of Dvapara Yuga in Prose ( part-7) By Lokanath Mishra: The Birth-Naming of Krishna and Radha : Divine Mysteries in Gopa-Nagara The Fear in Gopa-Nagara A sense of deep fear and unrest had fallen upon the cowherd settlement of Gopa-Nagara. None knew at what moment or from which direction the formidable army of
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Dakshinkali Temple: The Sacred Abode of Mother Kali in Nepal By Lokanath Mishra Introduction Perched in the southern valley of Kathmandu, near the historic town of Pharping, lies one of Nepal’s most renowned and fearsome temples—the Dakshinkali Temple. Dedicated to Goddess Kali, the ferocious yet protective mother, this shrine holds the same reverence as Pashupatinath
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