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Horoscope of Lord Rama & Lord Krishna

PREFACE & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:- Before starting with the topic of Lord Rama & Lord Krishna, I would like to tell that Date & Time of Birth of both the avatars are not accurately known, due to passage of thousands of years from their birth time and no english calenders were available at thar time. The information were passed on from generation to generation with comments from famous astrologers, astronomers & philosophers. The validity & correctness have to be verified by practical events, established facts & archaeological evidences. It is in this context, I would like to thank Sri K.N.Rao, a reputed & famous astrologer & living legend, who boldly put forward the horoscopes of both Lord Rama & Lord Krishna as taken from his Guru Sri Yogi Bhaskar Anandji & logically analysed the practical events with standard astrological norms. The splendid analysis by Sri K.N.Rao in his 5 “You Tube” videos in an interview to “Saptharishi Astrology” is breath taking & monumental gift to the viewers. I acknowledge having taken reference from his videos, but he is in no way responsible for the views expressed on my own. In the absence of exact degrees of planets & missing information about Mercury’s position,even in Valmiki Ramayan, I would go by the statement of Sri K.N.Rao & accept Mercury was in Aries & contradictory statement of position of Sun in Pisces as against Aries indicated in Valmiki Ramayan.

HOROSCOPE OF LORD KRISHNA

Lagna & Moon—Taurus, Jupiter-Cancer, Sun & Venus -Leo, Mercury-Virgo, Saturn- & Rahu-Libra, Mars-Capricorn, Ketu-Aries

HOROSCOPE OF LORD RAMA

Lagna, Jupiter & Moon-Cancer, Saturn-Libra,Venus & Sun-Pisces, Mercury-Aries, Mars-Capricorn, Ketu-Gemini, Rahu-Sagittarious

Lord Vishnu takes his incarnation on earth at his will based on demands of the world in different forms at different times. The incarnations reinforce the idea that rules & regulations that maintain law & order are in tune with the changes taking place. The concept of incarnation is based on Yuga Dharma.

Lord Rama’s incarnation justified the needs of Treta Yuga. The challenges of Dwapara yuga required much more & Lord Krishna’s incarnation justified it. Krishna’s departure from this world paved way for Kaliyuga.

There are many differences in these 2 incarnations. Krishna appeared as a Universal God to preach humanity. He was the embodiment of all that Universe was symbolized. All his childhood experiences that exposed his mystical actions & performances were beyond anybody’s guess.

Even before he attained 11 years of age, many mystical happenings took place. His very birth was in a jail at “Abhijit Muhurta”, most auspicious(rarely referred to night birth). His life started with very 1st miracle, that all the lights went off & all inmates of jail were rendered unconscious & jail gate opened suddenly of its own, automatically & allowed Vasudeva to go out with the child in the basket on his head & jail gate closed on its own. Vasudeva carrying the child proceeded towards river Jamuna, which was in spate of floods due to heavy downpour of rain. The river did not allow him to move forward until he lowered the basket & made Jamuna to touch Krishna. He then proceeded to Brindavan & exchanged with female child & returned to jail, where again jail gates open up on their own & allows him inside. Gates get closed & all inmates regain consciousness as if they were waken up from sleep.

All miracles like, killing Putana (rakshasi), by sucking her breast full of poison, Kalinga Mardhana, killing of Shakatasura, lifting of Govardhana Giri(hill), Rasa kreeda with Gopis, Vishwarupa darshan to faster mother Yashoda when he opened his mouth & many more incredible things unimaginable in normal circumstances.

“ Rasa kreeda”, of Krishna dancing with 1608 Gopis simultaneously at the same time symbolizes Kundalini Shakti going up & reaching “Sahasrara”, thousands of lotuses called Gopis blooming. This is a form of transforming sexual energy into creative energy. When these incidents took place, Krishna’s age was within 11 years & do not have any bearing to sexual implication.

Lord Krishna proclaims in chapter 4, text 8, of Bhagavad Gita,

“Paritranaya Sadhunam,Vinasaya cha duskritam,Dharma-Saamsthapanarthaya,Sambhavami Yuge Yuge”(Protection of good & virtuous,destruction of evil, re-establishment of natural law, I will come in every age)

Krishna’s support to Pandavas & making Mahabharata war as a meeting point to destroy evil forces & establish Dharma was a “Miraculus high voltage drama”. But for Krishna, Pandavas could not have dreamed of winning the war. Every stage of the war was preplanned by “Divine Force” & guided by Krishna, through his wisdom & timely unprecedented action. The preaching of Bhagavad Geeta to Arjuna was not a mere incident by any means, but a very calculated logical conclusion of worldly teaching to humanity. His timely guidance to Pandavas for appropriate method to kill great warriors was not a mere concoction but revealing of past births of important opponents & their expected nature of death & timing. Complete past life history & curses of all important warriors were exposed at appropriate times, when the death time of each was approaching.

Jayadratha’s death was one such case, when Krishna guided Arjuna to kill him. Seeing the fast approaching sun set, he delayed the sun set by magic (maya or eclipse) & created an illusion as if sun was set & then after eclipse is removed, he asked Arjuna to kill him & transport his head to his father’s lap, killing him also.

Instances of deaths of Karna, Drona, Duryodhana etc..had their own stories. Dharmaraja’s Rajasuya yaga witnessed the death of Sishupala, when he opposed Krishna being respected. Krishna killed him with Sudarshan Chakra, in the midst of dignitaries due to his last chance of 100 mistakes.

Protection of Draupadi in Kaurava Sabha was another historic event. When Dushyasana dragged Draupadi’s sari, neither Pandavas nor assembled dignitaries could come to her rescue. When Draupadi prayed Krishna with single hand & holding the sari in another, Krishna did not come to her rescue. When she prayed with both hands together, Krishna protected her by magic of increasing the length of sari continuously until Dashyasana gave up fully tired. This showed that “ABSOLUTE SURRENDER TO GOD” does protect one in distress.

LORD KRISHNA’S HOROSCOPE ANALYSIS:-

1.Born in Rohini Nakshatra in astami tithi in Taurus Lagna

2.Moon, Jupiter, Mercury, Mars, Saturn(All exalted)

3.Sun in his own house with Venus

4.Venus is lord of 1st & 6th(Behaves more as lagna lord, because of moola trikona)

5.Venus as 1st lord & Sun as 4th lord in own house (kendra & kona)in 4th from lagna

& sandwitched between 2 exalted benefic planets,Jupiter & Mercury & forms several

good yogas.

6.7th house(Scorpio) aspected by exalted Moon & exalted Jupiter.7th & 12th lord Mars, exalted in 9th in mutual aspect with Jupiter(8& 11th lord) & Moon, creates vipareeta Raja yoga in addition to many other Yogas. Krishna had 16108 wives but with sublimated sex energy, due to Venus free from any blemish, due to non interference of Rahu, which is under the control of Saturn. Krishna was with all the wives simultaneously, something that nobody can imagine or evaluate.

7.Moon in Rohini(Moon’s constellation), exalted in lagna, made him mentally strong & powerful. Moon being 3rd lord exalted in lagna & Jupiter, exalted in 3rd in mutual aspect with exalted Mars,

8.Mercury as 2nd & 5th lord exalted in his moola trikona & own house, unaspected by either benefic or malefic made Krishna, the master of 64 Kalas & 14 Vidyas of Ancient India, which was a remarkable outstanding performance by any means.This made him a great intellect of all times surpassing all others.

9.Jupiter 8th & 11th lord exalted in Moon’s house(3rd), made him the youngest of all. Since Jupiter is heavily afflicted by exalted Mars & exalted Saturn, all those born before Krishna were brutally killed by Kamsa(Saturn in 6th-house of uncle)

10.4th lord Sun in own house & aspected by 12th lord Mars, made his mother to be jailed by Kamsa

11.9th lord Saturn exalted in 6th aspecting 12th, made his father to be jailed

12.10th lord Saturn in 6th, along with Rahu(in the house of maternal uncle) & Mars as 7th lord exalted in 9th & aspecting afflicted 6th lord Venus in 4th with 4th lord Sun, makes Krishna to kill Kamsa. It appears imperative that his mother was one of the conditions for this act, since she was imprisoned by Kamsa &Kamsa killed all her 7 children mercilessly.

13.Jupiter, deva guru exalted in 3rd(house of preaching) & Moon, 3rd lord lord exalted in Moon’s constellation, made him preach philosophy of life, a guarded secret of the past, present & the future.

14.Mercury as lord of 2nd(speech) & 5th intelligence, with the support of exalted Moon(strength of mind)& exalted Jupiter(knowledge of the Universe & all 64 kinds of Kalas &14 Vidyas), made him a super intelligent avatar purusha, the highly intellectual personality, 2nd to none. This was the only avatar of God out of 9 avatars, which gave humanity, the complete picture of Universe.

15.Exalted 7th lord(Mars) & exalted 11th lord Jupiter in mutual aspect with each gave Krishna, thousands of wives, who were blessed souls & devotees.

15.Putra karaka Jupiter exalted & Mercury in 5th own house exalted, resulted in birth of several good children.With all these, it remains an unbelievable historic account that Krishna had sublimed sex energy.Whenever one talks about Krishna as incarnation of Lord Vishnu, his human form & actions & emotions are found to be an eye wash, calling it as “Maya” or magic, which cannot be assessed by humans.

16.Since divisional charts cannot be casted due to absence planets degree positions, one cannot judge number of wives & children. In astrology, there are no ways to find thousands of wives or children.The prediction of this type leaves one guessing the essence of astrology. Krishna marrying 16108 women has a story that a rakshasa imprisoned 16108 women princesses(It is difficult to even imagine that number of princesses). Krishna killed that rakshasa & freed all. Society did not accept these women & hence as per their request, Krishna gave them the status of wives.

17.A very striking feature in his horoscope is that except 6th & 1st lord Venus & 4th lord(in own house), all other house lords are exalted. Moon dasa was running at the time of birth, made him strong in will power & courage which enabled him to show his prowess throughout Moon dasa & in subsequent Mars dasa of 7 Years & Rahu dasa for 18 years. All his childhood miracles & killing of rakshasas were before he attained 11 years of age due to Mars dasa & part of Rahu dasa. Rahu(represents Rakshasa) in 6th house,created innumerable enemies from Rakshasas, Saturn in exaltation in 6th in the company of Rahu fuelled the situation for inviting more enemies & crushing . In all probabilities, Mars dasa Rahu bukty would have brought destruction of Rakshasas, before the age of 11.

19.5 planets exalted & 1 planet own house justifies all miracles & unusual things happening. Rahu in 6th with exalted Saturn indicates black magic & miracles.

20.Krishna was always tricky, which was due to 10th lord in 6th

21.His smiling disposition & attractive personality, playing on flute, were all the result of exalted Jupiter, strong position of Sun,Venus in 4th house & strong 3rd house, in addition to exalted Moon in lagna.

LORD RAMA’S HOROSCOPE ANALYSIS

Rama was an embodiment of GOD in human form. He was bent upon meeting the commitments of his father to his 2nd wife Kaikeyi by obeying his order. He did not deter from facing the hands of fate even in the most adverse circumstances. When Krishna had smiling disposition, Rama was always “Gambhir”(Dignified) & was called “Maryada Purusha”. He had no smile in his face. He was always bent upon doing his duties & never deviated from truth.

He was symbolic representation of a true & obedient son of a father, faithful husband of a wife, affectionate & helpful to his brothers, real tie of friendship to those who offered to help him at all times, respect to elders, reverence to Rishis & holy people & a terror to wicked & sinful people.

When Krishna was a terror, miraculous & naughty right from his birth, Rama was a quiet, duty bound & obedient to his parents. Rama was symbolized with bow & arrow, whereas Krishna was symbolized with counch & Sudarshan Chakra. Both were bent upon protecting good & destroying evil, but their approach were modified in tune with the Yuga Dharma.

Krishna claimed himself as”Krishna astu Bhagavan Swayam” & a full or total incarnation of God. While Krishna reveals about himself, Rama never speaks a word about himself & unassuming. Rama avatar was not a full avatar. He was an avatar of GOD Vishnu in simple human form & was a teacher & demonstrator of way of life in theory & practice. His conduct, character & practical way of life was eye opening to one & all. His avatar was tailor made to suit the people of Treta Yuga, but the lessons he left behind applies even to Kali Yuga.

1.Rama was born in Chaitra masa, Navami Tithi in Punarvasu Nakshatra in Cancer.

2.Four Planets Jupiter,Venus,Mars & Saturn were exalted & Moon in his own house.

3.While Mercury was highly elated in 5th own, moola trikona, exalted house in Krishna’s horoscope, it was in Aries(house of Mars) in 10th house in the case of Rama.This is a glaring difference in their horoscopes. Krishna was highly intellectual, philosophic & master of all 64 Kalas,14 Vidyas. Rama did not preach philosophy, did not show extra ordinary talent, magic or miracle which Krishna demonstrated right from his birth. In Krishna’s horoscope,7th & 11th lords exalted & in mutual aspects gave Krishna innumerable wives, whereas in Rama’s horoscope Venus was exalted & aspected by exalted Jupiter(Dispositor of Venus)from lagna, where Moon, lagna lord is in lagna itself, Saturn, 7th lord exalted in 4th, gave Rama a beautiful, loving, affectionate, God fearing, dutiful single wife in contrast.

3.Even though Mars & Jupiter were exalted in both the horoscopes, there were differences with regard to lagna & position of Moon. Moon in Krishna was in Rohini in exalted state in Moon’s constellation, Whereas in Rama’s horoscope, Moon was in Punarvasu, Jupiter’s constellation & is placed along with exalted Jupiter. This made Rama, pious & God fearing, obedient person, whereas Krishna was outgoing, strong willed & courageous.

4.A great feature in Rama’s horoscope is that Jupiter, exalted lord of 6th & 9th is in mutual aspect with exalted Mars, lord of 5th & 10th from both lagna & Moon thus establishing contacts with 1st, 5th, 9th & 10th lord(Best kendras & Trikonas). This has made Rama “Maryada Purusha” of highest moral conduct & duty bound in performing his Dharma & Karma. Jupiter aspecting Sun in 9th house is “RAJA LAKSHANA YOGA”. Royal mansions are shown by Venus & Sun aspected by Jupiter.

5.Mercury as 12th lord & Saturn exalted in 4th made Rama to leave home & live in foreign place in forest life. Saturn is 7th lord, representing Sita. His wife also lived in forest due to aspect of Mercury 12th lord on Saturn.This aspect also separated Rama from Sita.

6.Aspect of exalted Mars & exalted Saturn on Jupiter & Moon separated Rama from his father & wife.This also indicates “SANYASA YOGA”

7.Sun, pitru karaka in pitru sthana & 9th lord Jupiter aspected by exalted Mars & exalted Saturn made Rama’s father to die early.

8.Ketu in 12th house denied bed comforts.

9.Rahu in 6th,made him “Kodanda Sani”. Rahu in 6th invites enemies & destroys them. Ravana & other rakshasas were killed by Rama.

10At the age of 16 Years, Vishwamitra Rishi took Rama to destroy rakshasas, Who were causing havoc to Rishis in their yagas & Penance. This must have happened in Saturn dasa, Rahu Bukty. Saturn is 7th lord exalted in 4th & Rahu in 6th house of enemies. Rahu symbolically represents Rakshasas & their destruction due to placement of Rahu in 6th house of enemies, killed them. Dasarata first refused to send Rama to forest at tender age, but after getting convinced of Rama’s strength as perceived by Rishi, he sent him along with Lakshmana.

11.Having born in Punarvasu Nakshatra, he was running Jupiter dasa at the time of birth. Subsequent dasa was that of Saturn for 19 Years. He got married to Sita, when he was 16 Years old in Saturn dasa/Jupiter Bukty, after Rama destroyed Rakshasas, who were causing troubles to Rishis. Saturn is 7th lord in exaltation in 4th & aspecting lagna, lagna lord Moon & Jupiter aspecting 7th house.Mars as 5th & 10th lord exalted in 7th & in mutual aspect with Moon & Jupiter in lagna. Since 1st, 4th, 5th, 7th, 9th & 10th lords have established contacts, marriage to Sita was destined & change of place of residence to Sita to enter royal palace was destined.

12.Mercury dasa, Sun Bukty would have caused the death of Dasaratha. See, Sun pitru karaka in pitru sthana, Mercury in 2nd maraka house from Sun & 9th house(father).

13.Mercury dasa, Mars Bukty would have caused kidnapping of Sita by Ravana. Mars in the 7th house exalted brings troubles to spouse. 12th lord,wherever he sits & aspects the house & the planet therein will bring trouble like kidnapping. Mercury as 12th lord is aspecting exalted 7th lord Saturn in 4th house, causing separation from Rama & denying comforts of house, represented by Mercury’s aspect on 4th house. Here, it may also be construed that Lakshmana(Lord of 3rd Mercury)might have been instrumental to go away from Sita & caused Ravana to come in disguise & cross Lakshman Rekha drawn by Lakshmana.This was due to Sita’s mistaken identity of Ravana in disguise of a Sanyasi, whom Sita wanted to respect. This enabled Ravana to kidnap Sita. All these incidents are pre planned by Ravana, ie sending Maricha in the form of abeautiful golden deer & attracting Sita. Being carried away by the beauty of deer, she asked Rama to fetch the deer. Rama who wanted to fulfil her wish, went behind the deer after asking Lakshmana to take care of Sita. When lord Rama hit the deer, Maricha in the form of deer cried in the voice of Rama & died. After hearing this shout, Sita mistook that Rama was in trouble & asked Lakshmana to go & save him. In spite of assurance from Lakshmana that nothing would have happened to him, she after abusing Lakshmana for crooked intentions insisted & forced Lakshmana to leave the place & protect Rama in trouble. Lakshmana after knowing her plight, reluctantly left the place after he put a “REKHA” in front of her & strictly instructed her not to cross the line or allow anybody inside under any circumstances. But due to Ravana’s trick, Sita mistook Ravana as a real Sanyasi & allowed him inside. This triggered her misfortune when Ravana kidnapped her.

14.Mercury dasa, Rahu Bukty would have caused the destruction of Ravana & other Rakshasas. Rahu in 6th destroys enemies.

15.Ravana had 10 heads gifted by Lord Shiva for his rigorous penance.They symbalised kama, krodha, moha, mada, matsarya, manas,buddhi, chitta, ahankara. Except Buddhi or intellect all others are harmful.10 heads of Ravana controlled his actions & made him perverted & ultimately caused his own destruction in addition to all his followers. Rama silently demonstrated the importance of controlling one’s senses & by killing Ravana, he proved the consequences of blindly obeying & succumbing to senses. Ravana’s 10 heads also depicted his mastery over 6 shastras & 4 Vedas, 64 types of knowledge & all arts of weaponry. But none of these came to his rescue when he was slaved by the senses.

16.Mercury dasa, Jupiter Bukty would have enabled Rama to rescue Sita from the clutches of Ravana & return to Ayodhya. Jupiter is 9th lord exalted in lagna & aspected by exalted 5th & 10th lord Mars from 7th. Since lagna, 4th, 5th, 9th & 10th houses & lords are involved, most of the matters connected with these houses were amicably solved.

17.Under same Mercury dasa, Jupiter Bukty, Sita became pregnant. See Jupiter aspecting 5th lord Mars(exalted).

18.Rama acquired the faithful & reliable friendship of Vibeeshana, brother of Ravana, Sugreeva(Vanara king) & faithful, obedient & ever devoted Hanuman, whose role in whole Ramayana was exemplary. See11th lord from lagna & Moon exalted in 9th & aspected by Deva Guru Jupiter from his exaltation position.

19.5th lord Mars exalted & aspected by exalted Jupiter & own house Moon gave him dutiful, virtuous & prosperous children.

20.Ketu dasa would have brought in separation from Sita & denying of bed comforts. Ketu is in 12th house of both lagna & Moon.There is a proverb in tamil that “Rahu poley koduppan illai, Ketu poley keduppan illai”,which means that Rahu gives plenty(material gains) & Ketu spoils material gains & gives spiritual enlightenment & liberation from shackles of birth & death.

21.Rama asked Lakshmana to leave Sita in Valmiki Ashram under the pretext of a dhobi’s comment that Sita was not pure under the influence of Ravana, when she was kept in Ashoka Vana of Ravana. Even though he knew the purity of Sita, as a common man, he took this decision to prove the world that he was bound by circumstances & planetary influences. Story continues…

Finally, we have to imagine the planetary positions in thousands of years to come to expect the next avatar of Lord Vishnu in the form of”KALKI”. The permutations & combinations will be such that when the planets take up their positions, they would synchronize with the avatar of God & purpose of that avatar. These happen in thousands of years of transits of planets. It is not humanly possible to predict such an event.Whatever may be the form of avatar, one common goal of avatar would be for “Protection of good & virtuous, destruction of evil & re-establishment of law & order.

CONCLUSIONS:-

It is believed for thousands of years, that Lord Rama & Lord Krishna were God incarnations, in “Treta” & “Dwapara Yugas” respectively to establish “Dharma” by annihilating evil. Whereas Lord Rama showed the virtuous way of living through practical demonstration & Lord Krishna opened up the subject of creation of “Cosmos “ & imparting “True” knowledge through his legendary “Bhagavatgeeta” narrated to Arjuna, only as a channel in the context of “Mahabharata War between Pandavas & Kauravas”. What made the differences in these two Incarnations is the subject for study through an attempt to analyze the horoscopes in the context of human forms, though humanly impossible to give explanations through senses & limited intelligence.

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Adi Kabi Sarala Das

Adi Kabi Sarala Dasa

Sarala Dasa (born as Siddheswara Parida) was a 15th-century poet and scholar of Odia literature. Best known for three Odia books — Mahabharata, Vilanka Ramayana and Chandi Purana — he was the first scholar to write in Odia and his revered as the Adi Kabi (First Poet) of Odia literature. As an originator of Odia literature, his work has formed an enduring source of information for succeeding generations.

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Life-- The early life of Sarala Dasa is not accurately known. He was a contemporary of the Gajapati King Kapilendra Dev. Though the date of his birth cannot be accurately determined, he can safely be placed to the 15th century AD. He was born at a village called kanakavati patana known as Kanakapura at the Tentuliapada, Jagatsinghpur district.Sarala Dasa had no organized early education, and what he achieved through self-education was attributed to the grace of Sarala, goddess of devotion and inspiration. Though his early name was Siddheswara Parida, he was later known as Sarala Dasa, or 'by the boon of Sarala'. (The title Dasa means a slave or a servant of a particular god or goddess. A long list of poets, preceding and succeeding Sarala Dasa, have names ending this way. For example: Vatra Dasa, Markanda Dasa, Sarala Dasa, Jagannatha Dasa, Balarama Dasa, and Yasovanta Dasa.) A story – similar to those told of other Indian poets, . such as Kalidasa, supposedly illiterate in early life until helped by the goddess Saraswati – tells that Siddheswara as a boy was once ploughing his father's field and singing so melodiously that the goddess Sarala stopped and listened to his song and endowed him with her power of composing beautiful poems.

There are several indications in his Mahabharata that he served as a soldier in the army of the Gajapati King of Odisha.

Works--

As well as the three books for which he is best known – Mahabharata, Vilanka Ramayana and Chandi Purana - Sarala Dasa also wrote the book Laxmi Narayana Vachanika. The Adi Parva Mahabharata opens with a long invocation addressed to the Lord Jagannatha of Puri, from which it is known that Sarala Dasa started writing his Mahabharata in the reign of Kapileswar, otherwise known as Kapilendra Deva, the famous Gajapati king of Odisha (AD 1435–67). He tells us that Maharaja Kapilesvara with innumerable offerings and many a salute was serving this great deity and hereby destroying the sins of the Kali age.

Though Sarala Dasa followed the main outline of the Sanskrit Mahabharata in writing the Odia Mahabharata, he made numerous deviations and added to it copiously the stories of his own creation and various other matters known to him. In the final form Sarala Dasa's Mahabharata is a new creation analogous to Kalidasa's Raghuvamsa based on the Ramayana.

Mahabharata brought to light about the 18 parvas. The Chandi Purana was based on the well-known story of Goddess Durga killing Mahishasura (the buffalo headed demon) given in Sanskrit literature but here also the Odia poet chose to deviate from the original at several points. His earliest work, Vilanka Ramayana, was a story of the fight between Rama and Shahasrasira Ravana (thousand headed Ravana).

He wrote the poems in Dandi chand (in which chand the number of letters in the verses is not fixed is called as dandi chand). The verse of Sarala Dasa is simple, forceful and musical, without artificiality. Applying colloquial words for his poetical purpose, his writing was free from Sanskritisation. His work can be seen as adapting the popular oral conventions of earlier Odia folk songs which were used in folk dances such as the Ghoda-nacha (Horse Dance), Dandanacha and Sakhinacha (Puppet Dance). One metrical peculiarity of these songs is that both the lines of a verse do not contain an equal number of letters though the last letters of both the lines produce the same sound. All Sarala Dasa's wors were composed with this metrical peculiarity, and so the metre used by him can be regarded as a direct descendant of that used in the folk songs. By the fifteenth century the Odia language had assumed almost its modern form and had become ripe for literary compositions.

The predominant sentiment in Sarala Dasa's poem is not love but war. He was also motivated by a strong religious zeal to compose religious books in a language intelligible to all and to make them available to the general public in Odisha. He tells in no uncertain words that he composed his poems for the benefit of "human beings". There are several indications in his Mahabharata that he served as a soldier in the army of the Gajapati King of Odisha and his association with the army brought to him a variety of experiences. The stories he heard the battle scenes which he witnessed, the places that he visited with the company of the army the historical incidents and names that he could know all remained stored up in his mind to be utilized in his writings.

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Ram Navami 2023: Date, Meaning, Significance and History of the Festival

What is the origin of Ram Navami? The Ramayana is a well-known epic. The earliest form of the Ramayana was written by Valmeki in the fourth century B.C.

King Dasharatha of Ayodhya had three wives, according to legend, but they remained barren for many years. As a result, King Dasharatha became quite anxious. Vasishta, a prominent sage, told him to do the Puthra Kamesti Yagna, a sacred ceremony performed to generate a child.

The process was finished by the renowned sage Maharshi Rushya Shrunga, who handed over a bowl of payasam (a dish comprised of milk and rice) and told the king’s women to divide the food.

After nine months, Kausalya gave birth to Lord Shri Ram, Kaikeyi to Bharata, and Sumitra to twins Lakshman and Shatrughna. Lord Rama was born on the Ram Navami Tithi of Chaitra Shukla Paksha, according to Hindu mythology. On this day, the hamlet of Ayodhya celebrated the birth of Lord Ram in one of the most momentous festivities ever conducted. They had no notion that Kausalya’s new born son was God himself, living among them.

To know more just visit this link : Ram Navami 2023: Date, Meaning, Significance and History of the Festival

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Mother’s Day Commemorate the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit.

Por Tor Hungry Ghost Festival To pay respect to the dead.

Vegetarian Festival Those who participate would turn vegan for nine days. The local Chinese community believe that abstinence from meat and other negative stimulants will lead to good health and peace of mind.

Thai National Flag Day To commemorate the day the tricolor flag was issued as the current national flag by King Rama VI Fun fact: Thai flag used to be white elephant face the left with red background, but the flag is often place in the wrong direction, so the King Rama VI notice the flaw in the flag change it to tri color representing: national, religion and king as seen today

King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day King Bhumibol Adulyadej or Rama IX is a beloved king in Thailand and was praised for his handwork to improve the quality of life for every citizen in Thailand. He would personally travel to the rural or country side area to see the quality of peoples’ live in those area.

Awk Phansa (End of ‘Buddhist Lent’)

Chulalongkorn Day Celebrates the life and work of King Chulalongkorn, also known as Rama V, who ruled Thailand for 42 years

Sat Thai Festival Honoring spirits of the season and dead relatives. Rites and ceremonies vary among different communities. The ceremony is sometimes referred to by locals as “sending off grandparents into the next life”, and is an activity that boosts community unity. Context: Thailand are mostly Buddhism, which believe that everything would be rebirth as one form or another such as animal could be rebirth as a human.

Loy Krathong Paid respects to the water spirits

Yi Peng Lantern Festival a way to release negative energy and wish for good luck and good fortune in the coming year.

Father’s Day Commemorate the birthday of King Rama IX.

Constitution Day commemorates Thailand's adoption of a constitutional monarchy in 1932

Christmas Day Over 90% of the Thai population are Buddhist. Buddhism is tolerant of all other religions, including Christianity, and this religious tolerance is part of the reason why a major Christian festival such as Christmas can also be enjoyed by Buddhists in Thailand.

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Hanuman Jayanti 2024: Date, rituals, significance, puja timings

Hanuman Jayanti, a vibrant Hindu festival, falls on the full moon day (Purnima Tithi) of the Chaitra month according to the lunar calendar. This year, it graces us on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024. It's a day dedicated to celebrating the birth of Lord Hanuman, the revered Vanara God, known for his immense strength, unwavering devotion to Lord Rama, and selfless service.

The Significance of Hanuman Jayanti

Hanuman Jayanti holds immense significance for Hindus worldwide. It's a time to: - Commemorate Lord Hanuman's Birth: Legend narrates that Hanuman was born to Anjana and Kesari. On this day, devotees express their gratitude for his presence and the blessings he bestows. - Seek Blessings for Strength and Courage: Hanuman embodies immense physical and mental strength. Devotees pray for his blessings to overcome life's challenges and face obstacles with courage. - Renew Devotion and Faith: Lord Hanuman's unwavering devotion to Lord Rama is an inspiration for all. Hanuman Jayanti serves as a reminder to strengthen one's own faith and dedication. - Celebrate the Power of Service: Hanuman's selfless service to Lord Rama exemplifies the importance of putting others first. The day encourages acts of charity and devotion to the well-being of others.

Festivities and Traditions

Hanuman Jayanti is observed with great zeal and devotion across India and in many parts of the world. Here's a glimpse into some of the key traditions: - Temple Visits and Prayers: Devotees throng Hanuman temples throughout the day. Special pujas (prayers) are offered, hymns are chanted, and offerings like sindoor (vermillion), flowers, and sweets like laddus are presented. - Sunderkand Paath: The Sundarkand, a holy section of the Ramayana that narrates the story of Hanuman's exploits, is recited with devotion. Many devotees hold community readings or organize Akhand Paath (non-stop recitation) throughout the day. - Bhajans and Kirtans: The atmosphere is filled with bhajans (devotional songs) and kirtans (devotional storytelling) glorifying Lord Hanuman's feats and virtues. - Langars and Seva: The spirit of service is paramount on Hanuman Jayanti. Langars (community kitchens) are organized to provide free food to the needy, upholding Hanuman's selfless nature. - Rangoli and Decorations: Homes and temples are adorned with beautiful rangolis (floor art) and vibrant decorations, creating an auspicious atmosphere. - Special Offerings: Some devotees offer Hanuman ji a special preparation called "chola," a paste made from Bengal gram flour, sugar, and ghee.

Beyond Rituals: The Enduring Message of Hanuman Jayanti

While rituals and traditions hold importance, the true essence of Hanuman Jayanti lies in the timeless message it conveys: - Strength with Humility: Hanuman, despite his immense power, remained humble and ever-devoted. This reminds us to use our strengths for good and never let pride cloud our judgment. - Service Above Self: Hanuman's dedication to Rama teaches us the importance of selfless service. It inspires us to go above and beyond for those we care about. - Unwavering Faith: Hanuman's unshakeable faith in Rama is a source of inspiration. The festival encourages us to cultivate unwavering faith in our chosen path or beliefs. - Overcoming Obstacles: Hanuman's journey is filled with overcoming seemingly insurmountable challenges. It reminds us that with perseverance and dedication, we can conquer any obstacle.

Celebrating Hanuman Jayanti in 2024

As we celebrate Hanuman Jayanti in 2024, here are some ways to embrace the spirit of the festival: - Visit a Hanuman Temple: Immerse yourself in the devotional atmosphere and offer your prayers. - Recite the Hanuman Chalisa: This sacred hymn dedicated to Lord Hanuman is a powerful way to seek blessings and connect with him. - Perform Random Acts of Kindness: Uphold the spirit of service by helping those in need, reflecting Hanuman's selfless nature. - Read the Ramayana: Delve deeper into the Ramayana to understand Hanuman's role and the values he embodies. - Share the Stories: Introduce the stories of Hanuman to younger generations, keeping the traditions alive. Hanuman Jayanti is a vibrant celebration that transcends religious boundaries. It's a day to cherish the values of strength, devotion, and service, values that remain relevant across cultures and time Read the full article

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Karunanidhi

This Biography is about one of the best Indian Politician Karunanidhi including his Height, weight, Age & Other Detail… Express info Real Name Muthuvel Karunanidhi (born Daksinamoorthy) Nickname Kalaignar Profession Indian Politician Date of death 7 August 2018 Physical Stats & More Info Party Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Political Journey • Karunanidhi entered politics at just 14 and participated in Anti-Hindu agitations and then founded an organization for the local youth. He then circulated Manavar Nesan, a handwritten newspaper to its members. • He later found Tamil Nadu Tamil Manavar Mandram, the first student wing of Dravidan Movement. • In 1957, he was elected to the Tamil Nadu assembly for the first time from the Kulithalai constituency of Thiruchirapalli district representing DMK. • He became party treasurer in 1961. • Karunanidhi was made the minister for public works in 1967 when DMK was elected to the power in the state. • Annadurai's death in 1969 earned him the post of party leader and became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He has since then maintained his post. Biggest Rival Jayalalithaa Jayaram Physical Stats & More of Karunanidhi Height (approx.) in centimeters- 168 cm in meters- 1.68 m in Feet Inches- 5’ 6” Weight (approx.) in Kilograms- 87 kg in Pounds- 192 lbs Eye Colour Black Hair Colour Semi-Bald (White) Personal Life of Karunanidhi Date of Birth 3 June 1924 Age (as in 2018) 94 Years Birth Place Thirukuvalai, Tanjore district, Madras Presidency, British India Zodiac sign/Sun sign Gemini Nationality Indian Hometown Madras, Tamil Nadu India School Not Known Debut Tamil Film Industry- Rajakumari was the first film for which he wrote the script back in 1947 which gained him popularity he needed to continue in the field. Politics- He was inspired by the speech of Alagiriswamii of the Justice Party and jumped to the politics at just 14 and participated in Anti-Hindu agitations. Family Father- Muthuvelar Karunanidhi Mother- Anjugam Karunanidhi Brother- Not Known Sister- Not Known Religion Atheism Controversies • Sarkaria Commission accused Karunanidhi of his involvement in corruption in the allotment of tenders for Veeranam project, for which his government was dismissed by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. • In 2001, Karunanidhi along with former Chief Secretary K.A. Nambiar was arrested based on charges of corruption in the construction of flyovers in Chennai. He and his party members were charged under several sections of the IPC. However, no rigid evidence was found against them. • In 2012, while celebrating the party founding day, Karunanidhi and party workers were received by a group of people who were dressed portraying some of the Hindu gods. • He once made a controversial remark against Sethusamudram controversy, questioning the existence of God and asking about the college from where Lord Rama graduated in Engineering for building the Ramar Sethu bridge. • He had been accused of having links with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), a militant group to create an independent state of Tamil Eelam in the north and east of Sri Lanka for Tamil people and encouraging them to assassinate Rajiv Gandhi. However, the final report had no such allegations on him. • Some political observers, his party members, and opponents accused him of promoting nepotism (favouring the relatives), for helping his son M. K. Stalin to rise in the party. Girls, Affairs and More of Karunanidhi Marital Status Married Affairs/Girlfriends N/A Wife Late Padmavathy Dayalu Ammal Rajathi Ammal Children Son- M. K. Muthu (Indian Actor, Singer, and Politician) M. K. Alagiri (Indian Politician) M. K. Stalin (Indian Politician) M. K. Tamilarasu (Film Producer) Daughter- Selvi Kanimozhi (Rajya Sabha MP) Money Factor of Karunanidhi Salary Not Known Net Worth (approx.) INR 11,94,37,427 (as of 2016) This Biography written By www.welidot.com Read the full article

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Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on April 6 this year Apart from these mantras, it is also recommended to chant Bajarang Baan which is a very powerful devotional song. Hanuman Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Hanuman, the ardent devotee of Lord Rama. This year, Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on April 6. On this auspicious day, devotees of Lord Hanuman visit temples to worship him and offer…

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Get Lord Ram’s blessing on this Ram Navmi 2023

The birth of Lord Ram is commemorated annually by the festival of the Ram Navmi. It occurs during the ninth day of the waxing phase of the moon, known as Shukla Paksha, during the month of Chait or Chaitra (March – April). The date of Ram Navmi 2023 is the 30th of March. Moreover, it denotes the conclusion of the Chaitra Navratri festival. Maryada Purushottam is the name given to Lord Rama, who is considered to be the personification of chivalry and morality. Lord Rama is the 7th incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

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During Chaitra Shukla Paksha Navmi, which is the ninth day of the waxing phase of the moon in the Chaitra month, Bhagavan Sri Ram appeared in Punarvasu Nakshatra when he was under the influence of Karka Rashi.

Ram Navmi is the ninth and last day of the nine-day Chaitra or Vasant Navratri festival that is celebrated in Northern India. The week is also known as Ramayana week and is celebrated in many different places in India.

On this day, believers of Hinduism observe a fast and do pujas at noon, as it is considered that the birth of Lord Rama took place at this hour.

Ram Navmi at Vishnu Temples

During this time, special pujas are performed at people’s homes as well as in Lord Ram and Vishnu temples located all over India and the rest of the world.

At the Tirupati Balaji Temple situated in Andhra Pradesh, this day holds a significant amount of significance. The pujas and ceremonies are performed over the course of two consecutive days.

On this day, the celebrated festival of Brahmotsavam takes place at the illustrious Bhadrachalam Sri Rama Temple.

Swaminarayan Jayanti is commemorated on Ram Navami day.

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How Should One Observe the Day of Ram Navmi?

On the day of Ram Navmi, after the home has been meticulously cleaned, an idol or portrait of Lord Ram is placed in the chamber that is used for worship. In addition to a picture of Lord Rama, some people have images of Mata Sita, Lakshman, and Hanuman in their homes.

The area around the deities is decorated with bananas, Tulsi leaves, and flowers typically used for puja.

It is considered that the birth of Lord Ram took place around noon, hence the most significant puja is carried out at that time.

An Arati is performed at midday, followed by the singing of religious bhajans. Tika is applied, and then water is sprayed all over the persons that are present.

When the puja prasad is distributed at noon, a lot of people break their fast with it.

A Ram Bhajan or a Vishnu Sahasranama may be included among the devotional songs that are sung. On this day, passages from the Ramayana, in particular the chapter known as Bala Khanda, are read aloud.

In addition to that, there are individuals who abstain from food for the entirety of the day. There are also communities that practise the nirjala fast, which involves abstaining from water during the fast.

During Ram Navmi, the people of South India perform an elaborate puja, and a traditional fan called a visari is given away alongside the ‘Prasadam.’ After breaking the fast, the day’s activities include the preparation of foods and beverages that have a cooling effect on the body. They are then consumed.

The Magnificence of Lord Sri Rama

The name of Lord Sri Ram is a wish-yielding tree that is the very abode of the spiritual state in this age of Kaliyug. In other words, the name of Lord Sri Ram is a tree that grants wishes.

Not only in this Kaliyou age, but also in all of the other four ages, at all times (past, present, and future), and in all three domains (namely, heaven, earth, and the subterranean region), beings have been liberated from their suffering by repeatedly reciting the name of Sri Ram.

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Mohini Ekadashi 2022: Shubh Muhurat, Significance, Vrat Katha and Vrat Rules

Ekadashi has great importance in Hinduism. According to the Panchang, two Ekadashis are celebrated in every month of the year. In this way there are 24 Ekadashi in a whole year. But when Adhikamas year is there, 26 Ekadashi is celebrated in it. Ekadashi fasting has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. Lord Shri Hari Vishnu is worshiped on this day. It is believed in Hindu scriptures that by remembering, worshiping and worshiping Lord Vishnu on the day of Mohini Ekadashi, the fast gets favourable fruits. Ekadashi fasting is considered the most difficult among all the fasts. Let us tell you that the fast of this day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This year, it will be celebrated on 12th May. So, what is the importance of celebrating it and which story should be read on this day? Significance of Mohini Ekadashi According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that the significance of Mohini Ekadashi was first explained by Lord Krishna to King Yudhishthira and Saint Vasistha to Lord Rama.

If a person observes this fast with a lot of dedication and devotion, as a result he gets many 'virtue' or 'good deeds'.

The virtues obtained are equal to those obtained by donating a thousand cows, visiting pilgrimages and performing yagyas.

It is also believed that the devotees are freed from the cycle of birth and rebirth and attain salvation by observing this fast.

Mohini Ekadashi Vrat Katha

According to Hindu scriptures, Mohini was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. At the time of Samudra Manthan, when the nectar was churned, there was a lot of controversy about who would consume the nectar between the demons and the gods? The gods sought help from Lord Vishnu and thus he appeared in the form of a beautiful woman named Mohini to distract the demons from the pot of nectar. Thus, all the deities consumed the nectar with the help of Lord Vishnu. Hence, this day is celebrated as Mohini Ekadashi. This is the same fast which was kept by King Yudhishthira and Lord Rama.

Vrat rules

Ekadashi's vrat lasts from the evening of Dashami Tithi (tenth day) to the morning of Dvadashi (twelfth day). So keep the vrat only if you are medically fit and able to do fasting for long hours.

Get up early, preferably at Brahma Muhurat (before sunrise).

Take a shower and wear fresh / clean clothes.

Do Dhyana (meditation), and then Sankalpa (promise that you will hurry with sincerity and passion).

Protect celibacy.

Do not eat onions, garlic, meat, rice, wheat, lentils and beans in any form.

The use of tobacco and alcohol is strictly prohibited.

Eat only vrat recipes or fruit and milk.

Serve vegetables without onions, garlic and / or gifts to those who need it.

Be calm, polite and try to control your thoughts. Don't allow it to waver. Ekadashi's fasting is all about controlling mind and body. Ekadashi vrat is simply about self-discipline and self-governance.

Mohini Ekadashi 2022 Shubh Muhurat

Date of start, May 11, 2022 from 7:31 pm

Fast start, 12 May 2022

Date of ending, 12th May 2022 at 6:51 pm

Paran time, May 13, 2022 till 7:59 am

Mantras for Mohini Ekadashi

Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya

Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram

Worship Peepal and Tulsi with Lord Vishnu

This year the fasting is on Thursday. Therefore, according to the beliefs, on this day {except Sunday} along with Lord Vishnu, Mata Lakshmi and Peepal tree should also be worshipped. By doing this Lord Vishnu is very pleased and showers his blessings on the devotees. It is believed that Mata Lakshmi resides permanently with such devotees and fulfills the wishes of the devotees.

It is said that Peepal should not be worshiped on Sundays. Otherwise the fasting person will have to face lack of money. It is a religious belief that one should not go under the Peepal tree on Sunday. This brings poverty in the house.

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A bridge, its history and its mythology...

In 1860, a British Indian Naval Officer, Alfred Dundas Taylor, proposed that the time and distance taken by ships traveling from the west coast of India to its east coast and vice versa could be cut down significantly, if a sufficiently wide and deep passage was made connecting the Gulf of Mannar and The Palk Strait, separating the Indian mainland from Sri Lanka. Because of the shallow waters in the Gulf and the Strait, ships had to circumnavigate 400 nautical miles more, around Sri Lanka, taking them upto 30 more hours and a commensurate increase in cost. From 1860 till Indian independence in 1947, nine proposals were made and evaluated. But no action was taken.

In 1955, the independent Indian government set up a committee called the Sethusamudram Project Committee. After evaluating the costs and benefits, this committee found the project feasible and viable. Five more proposals and technical reports followed. But no action still, till 2005, when Dr. Manmohan Singh, the then Prime Minister, inaugurated the project, 145 years after the original proposal was made.

The project, budgeted at INR 2600 crores, was supposed to take 3 years, and was supposed to dredge a canal 165 km long, 300 meters wide and sufficiently deep to let cargo ships traverse that route.

Today is 2020. Fifteen years have passed and still no Setusamudram canal. Why? Because, right from its inception, the project had a few issues:

1. About 65 % of the ships in that area come from Africa and Europe. For them, the time saving was not 30 hours, but just 8 hours.

2. The channel could take only 30000 tonnage vessels. But most of the new ships, which are of 60000 tonnage and tankers, which are 150000 tonnes or more, cannot use the canal.

3. The project would disturb the ecological balance and destroy corals and kill marine life. It would also destroy conch trade worth INR 150 crores annually.

But the biggest issue was - the Sethusamudram canal would cut through and destroy what was left of the mythological Ram Sethu or Adam's bridge. And that would be disastrous to the political fortunes of the government that did that.

So what exactly is the story of the Ram Sethu or Adam's bridge? And why is it so sensitive? Therein lies a tale.

The Ram Sethu is today, a 50 km long chain of limestone shoals, between a village called Dhanushkodi, on Rameswaram Island (also called Pamban Island), in Tamil Nadu, India, and another village called Talaimannar on Mannar Island, in Sri Lanka. The bridge is believed to have been made by Lord Rama and his Vanara army to reach Lanka and rescue his wife, Sita from the evil king, Ravana. The Sri Lankan muslims, on the other hand, believe that Aadhaam, their first Islamic leader, walked over this bridge by foot from India to Lanka and thus this bridge has a holy connotation for them. Aadhaam got morphed to Adam, because the British found it easier to pronounce. Hence, this bridge was also called Adam's bridge. But for most Indians, especially Hindus, this bridge is Rama Setu or Nala Setu (because it was built by Nala, the architect-monkey in Rama's army).

That makes it mythological, right? Why worry about mythology in the 21st century?

Because that also makes the issue religious. In India, religious issues become political issues. Right wing parties like BJP and organizations like VHP put their foot down and said, "How can you break a bridge built by Ram?" Secular parties said, "Since Ram is mythological, Ram Sethu is mythological too."

I also grew up believing Ram and Ramayan to be undoubtedly mythological. But recently, I read a book called Historical Ram, written by D K Hari and his wife, D K Hemahari (who run an organization called Bharat Gyan), wherein they attempt to provide scientific and logical proof that Ram and Ramayan are historical.

The various arguments they put forward are as follows:

1. They say Ramayana and Mahabharata are called Itihasa in Sanskrit. Itihasa = Iti + hasa. Meaning - It happened like this = History.

They say that until the British came to India, Ramayana and Mahabharata were indeed considered to be have happened. The British classified these epics as mythology.

2. They use a technology called archaeo-astrology and make some powerful propositions. Archaeo-astrology is a technique of charting the future or past sky using a scientific tool called planetarium software. This tool helps to arrive at planetary positions, given a date in future or past. Vice-versa, given a set of planetary configurations, the tool can help identify the date in future or past, when the planetary configuration will or could have occurred.

This software was apparently developed by NASA to estimate the planetary positions of Voyager missions that would take 10-12 years to reach their destinations. Now, declassified, it is available for public use. Reminds me of how the internet was a classified invention of the US defence before it was made publicly available.

The authors refer to one Mr. Pushkar Bhatnagar, who used the original Sanskrit text of Ramayana and this technique to date the era of Lord Ram. For example, the birth of Rama is explained in detail by Valmiki.

This information, when fed into the software, tells us that Ram was born on 10th January, 5114 BC, at 12.30 pm, as per the Gregorian calendar!

This way, all major events in Ramayan were dated. Fantastic, isn't it?

Notice how the dating shows that Ram gets exiled when he was 25 years old, and how the Khar-Dushan episode happens in the 12th year of exile. Pretty consistent results, eh?

3. The geographic locations in Ramayan are actual places that exist even today - some of them have the same names then and now.

4. There is one school of thought that says that Ram Setu could be a natural phenomenon. The book refutes this possibility by saying that the layers of the bridge are so discrete that they can only he man-made.

None of these arguments are conclusive by themselves. But honestly guys, put together, there is a strong case that, after all, Ram and Ramayan may not be mere mythology. Maybe they are history - Itihas!

If they are, I would agree with Dr. Hari and his wife that Ram Sethu should be a protected monument. I will join them in demanding for a UNESCO world heritage site declaration for this piece of geography. Already in the past 500 years, a large part of it was lost to a cyclone. It is said that till 1480 AD, the bridge was a meter over sea level and one could walk from India to Sri Lanka over it.

And I look forward to the current BJP led NDA government and its minister, Nitin Gadkari's proposal that a bridge should be made from India to Sri Lanka, instead of a canal. This fits beautifully with this government's Look East foreign policy, whereby they are connecting all our neighbouring countries, as a counter to China and its aggressive intent.

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2020 Panreligious Calendar for all of your Panreligious Needs

MM/DD-MM/DD, MM/DD: Name (Alternative Name) [Religion]

Sometimes the final pair of brackets will have the name of a country instead of a religion. This is because the holiday is religious in nature, but is not widely celebrated outside of this area.

In general, for the purposes of this list, Eastern Orthodox Christians and Coptic Orthodox Christians are grouped separately to "Christian" as they operate on a different calendar. All dates are according to the Gregorian Calendar. It is assumed that you are in the Northern Hemisphere.

If I messed something up, please let me know!

January Panreligious Calendar

1/1: Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God [Roman Catholic] {1/1}

1/1: World Peace Day [Baha'i]

1/4: Elizabeth Ann B. Seton Feast Day [Roman Catholic] {1/4}

1/5: Guru Gobind Singh's Birthday [Sikh]

1/6: Christmas [Armenian Apostolic Church] {1/6}

1/6: Epiphany [Christian] {1/6}

1/6: Día de los Tres Reyes (Three Kings Day) [Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico] {1/6}

1/7: Christmas (Feast of the Nativity) [Eastern Orthodox Christian, Coptic Orthodox Christian, Rastafarian] {1/7}

1/14: New Year [Eastern Orthodox Christian] {1/14}

1/15: Makar Sankranti (Magha) [Hindu] {1/14 or 1/15}

1/15-1/19: Pongal (Tai Pongal) [Hindu] {1/13-1/17, 1/14-1/18, or 1/15-1/19}

1/19: Epiphany [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian] {1/19}

1/19: Vasant Panchami (Basant Panchami) [Hindu] {Between 1/15 and 3/1}

1/19: World Religion Day [Baha'i]

1/21: Our Lady of Altagracia [Dominican Republic] {1/21}

February Panreligious Calendar

Sundown 2/1-2/2: Imbolc (Brigid’s Day) [Pagan and Wiccan] {Sundown 2/1-2/2}

2/2: Candlemas [Christian]

2/3: Suyapa Day [Honduras]

2/9: St. Maron's Day [Lebanon]

Sundown 2/9-2/10: Tu Bishvat (New Year of the Trees) [Jewish]

2/15: Parinirvana (Nirvana Day) [Buddhist]

2/21: Maha Shivaratri (Shiva's Night) [Hindu]

2/24: Shrove Monday [Christian]

2/25: Mardi Gras (Shrove Tuesday) [Christian]

2/26: Ash Wednesday (beginning of Lent) [Christian]

2/26-3/1: Festival of Ayyam-i-Ha (Intercalary Days) [Baha'i]

March Panreligious Calendar

3/2: Beginning of Great Lent [Eastern Orthodox Christian]

3/2-3/20: Baha'i Fast [Baha'i]

Sundown 3/9-3/10: Purim (Feast of Lots) [Jewish]

3/10-3/13: Hola Mohalla [Sikh]

3/10-3/13: Holi [Hindu]

3/19: Feast of St. Joseph [Roman Catholic]

Sundown 3/19-3/20: Ostara (Vernal Equinox) [Pagan and Wiccan]

3/21: Naw Ruz (New Year) [Zoroastrian]

Sundown 3/21-3/22: Lailat al Miraj

3/25: The Annunciation [Christian]

3/25-4/2: Chaitra Navratri [Hindu]

3/25: Gudi Padwa [Hindu]

3/25: Ugadi [Hindu]

3/25: Vikram Samvat [Hindu]

3/26: Birthday of Prophet Zarathushtra (Khordad Sal) [Zoroastrian]

April Panreligious Calendar

4/2: Rama Navami (Birthday of Rama) [Hindu]

4/6: Mahavir Jayanti [Jain]

4/7: The Annunciation [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

4/8: Buddha's Birth [Buddhist]

Sundown 4/8-4/16: Passover [Jewish]

Sundown 4/8-4/9: Mid-Sha'ban [Islamic]

4/9: Maundy Thursday [Christian]

4/10: Good Friday [Christian]

4/11: Holy Saturday [Christian]

4/12: Easter [Christian]

4/13: Easter Monday [Christian]

4/13: Vaisakhi (New Year) [Hindu]

4/14: Vaisakhi [Sikh]

4/16: Holy Thursday [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

4/17: Holy Friday [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

4/18: Holy Saturday [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

4/19: Easter [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

4/19: Feast of Divine Mercy [Roman Catholic]

4/20: Easter Monday [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

4/21, 4/29, 5/2: Festival of Ridvan [Baha'i]

Sundown 4/23-5/23: Ramadan [Islamic]

Sundown 4/30-5/1: Beltaine [Pagan and Wiccan]

5/7: Vesak (Buddha Day) [Buddhist]

Sundown 5/11-5/12: Lag BaOmer [Jewish]

5/13: Our Lady of Fatima Day [Portugal]

Sundown 5/18-5/19: Laylat al-Qadr [Islamic]

5/21: Ascension Day [Christian]

5/22-5/23: Declaration of the Bab [Baha'i]

5/22: Jumu'atul-Wida [Islamic]

Sundown 5/23-5/26: Eid al-Fitr [Islamic]

5/27-5/29: Ascension of Baha'u'llah [Baha'i]

5/28: Ascension Day [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

Sundown 5/28-5/30: Shavout (Festival of Weeks) [Jewish]

5/31: Pentecost (Whit Sunday) [Christian]

June Panreligious Calendar

6/1: Whit Monday [Christian]

6/7: Pentecost [Coptic Orthodox Christian, Eastern Orthodox Christian]

6/7: Trinity Sunday [Christian]

6/8: Monday of the Holy Spirit [Eastern Orthodox Christian]

6/11: Feast of Corpus Christi [Roman Catholic]

6/14: All Saints Day [Eastern Orthodox Christian]

6/14: Race Unity Day [Baha'i]

6/16: Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib [Sikh]

6/19: Feast of the Sacred Heart [Roman Catholic]

Sundown 6/20-6/21: Litha (Summer Solstice) [Pagan and Wiccan]

6/29: St. Peter and St. Paul Day [Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, Venezuela]

July Panreligious Calendar

7/9: Martyrdom of the Bab [Baha'i]

7/23: Birthday of Haile Selassie [Rastafarian]

7/24: Pioneer Day [Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints]

Sundown 7/28-8/2: The Hajj [Islamic]

Sundown 7/29-7/30: Tisha B'Av [Jewish]

Sundown 7/29-7/30: Arafat Day [Islamic]

Sundown 7/29-8/2: Eid-al-Adha [Islamic]

7/31: Feast of St. Ignatius Loyola [Spain]

Sundown 7/31-8/1: Lughnasadh [Pagan and Wiccan]

August Panreligious Calendar

8/2: Virgen de los Angeles Day [Costa Rica]

8/3: Raksha Bandhan [Hindu]

8/11: Janmashtami (Birth of Lord Krishna) [Hindu]

8/13-8/16: Obon (Festival of Souls) [Japan]

Sundown 8/14-8/15: Tu B’Av [Jewish]

8/15: Feast of the Assumption [Roman Catholic]

8/15: Paryushana [Jain]

Sundown 8/19-8-20: Islamic New Year (Hijri) [Islamic]

8/22: Ganesh Chaturthi [Hindu]

Sundown 8/28-8/29: Ashura [Islamic]

8/30: St. Rose of Lima [Peru]

September Panreligious Calendar

9/1-9/17: Pitru Paksha [Hindu]

9/2: Ghost Festival [China]

9/2-9/5: Obon (Festival of Souls) [Tokyo, Japan]

9/11: Nayrouz (Coptic New Year) [Coptic Orthodox Christian]

Sundown 9/18-9/20, 10/1: Rosh Hashanah (New Year) [Jewish]

Sundown 9/21-9/22: Mabon (Autumnal Equinox) [Pagan and Wiccan]

9/24: Anant Chaturdashi [Hindu]

9/24: Our Lady of Las Mercedes [Dominican Republic]

9/28: Meskel (Feast of the True Cross) [Coptic Orthodox Christian]

9/28: Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) [Jewish]

October Panreligious Calendar

Sundown 10/2-10/9: Sukkot [Jewish]

Sundown 10/7-10/8: Arbaeen [Islamic]

Sundown 10/8-10/9: Hoshana Rabbah [Jewish]

Sundown 10/9-10/10: Shemini Atzeret [Jewish]

Sundown 10/10-10/11: Simchat Torah [Jewish]

10/11: Círio de Nazaré [Brazil]

10/12: Our Lady Aparecida [Brazil]

10/12: White Sunday [Samoa]

10/17-10/25: Navaratri [Hindu]

10/20: Birthday of the Bab [Baha'i]

~10/22: Durga Puja [Hindu]

10/25: Dussehra [Hindu]

Sundown 10/28-10/29: Mawlid (Prophet Muhammad's Birthday) [Islamic]

Sundown 10/31-11/1: Samhain [Pagan and Wiccan]

November Panreligious Calendar

11/1: All Saints Day [Christian]

11/1-11/2: Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) [Mexico]

11/2: All Souls Day [Christian]

11/2: Anniversary of the Crowning of Haile Selassie [Rastafarian]

11/4: Karva Chauth [Hindu]

11/12: Birthday of Baha'u'llah [Baha'i]

11/14-11/19: Diwali [Hindu]

11/14: Bandi Chhor Divas [Sikh]

11/15: Veer Samvat (New Year) [Jain]

11/19: Gyan Panchami [Jain]

11/24: Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib [Sikh]

11/25-1/6: Winter Lent (Nativity Fast) [Coptic Orthodox Christian]

11/26: The Day of the Covenant [Baha'i]

11/28-1/6: Winter Lent (Nativity Fast) [Eastern Orthodox Christian]

11/28: Ascension of Abdu'l-Baha [Baha'i]

11/29-12/24: Advent [Christian]

11/30: Guru Nanak Ji's Birthday [Sikh]

11/30: Saint Andrew's Day [Roman Catholic]

December Panreligious Calendar

12/5: Saint Nicholas Day [Netherlands]

12/8: Bodhi Day (Buddha's Enlightenment) [Buddhist]

12/8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception [Roman Catholic]

Sundown 12/10-12/18: Hanukkah [Jewish]

12/12: Fiesta de Guadalupe [Mexico]

12/13: Santa Lucia [Sweden]

12/16-12/24: Las Posadas [Mexico]

Sundown 12/20-12/21: Yule (Winter Solstice) [Pagan and Wiccan]

12/25: Christmas [Christian]

12/26: St. Stephen's Day [Roman Catholic]

12/28: Holy Innocents’ Day [Morocco, Mexico]

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