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Festivals in India are not just celebrations but each has a meaningful significance behind them the same is true of Raksha Bandhan popularly known as Rakhi Poornima in Hinduism. The popular belief about Raksha Bandhan is that it is the most cherished festival celebrating the special bond between brother and sister a symbol of love, protection, and mutual respect among siblings.

In Hinduism, many revered spiritual Guru and sages remain as enigmatic figures in people’s lives, the Shirdi Sai Baba is one such legend whose existence is shrouded in mystery. He existed in or around the mid-19th century when he appeared in the village of Shirdi in Maharashtra, India, but his early years before that are largely undocumented.

Over the centuries, various avatars of Lord Dattatreya have been celebrated in different traditions each embodying different aspects of spiritual wisdom and guidance. In this article let’s explore the Dattatreya incarnation famous among the Guru Parampara

Ekadashi is celebrated on the eleventh day of the waxing and waning moon according to the Vedic Calender which indicates the ‘Tithis’ on each day according to the moon’s position. The waxing moon phase is called Shukla Paksha the word ‘Shukla’ means bright denoting the brighter shade of the moon starting from the new moon. The waning moon phase is called the Krishna Paksha here ‘Krishn’ means dark denoting the darker phase starting after the full moon where the moon starts to reduce.

In the Bhagavata Purana, Gurudev Dattatreya himself acknowledges 24 entities as his gurus ranging from natural elements to animals, each imparting a specific lesson. The 24 gurus of Dattatreya signify the omnipresent nature of divine wisdom and the importance of being open to learning from all sources

Whether you’re seeking spiritual solace, looking to partake in vibrant cultural festivities, or simply curious about Hindu practices, a trip to your nearest Hindu temple can be enlightening. Here’s what you can expect and how you can make the most of your visit.

Mantras or hymns are sacred sounds and words chanted on special occasions or for spiritual awakening in Hinduism. These high-frequency sounds create positive vibrations and connect the human mind and body with the wavelength of the universe.

Hindu chants and mantras have a separate existence and significance in Sanatana Dharma, as words and sounds are said to have a vibration that affects living beings at a certain frequency.

The word ‘Rudra’ means roaring storm, and Bhagwan Shiva in his ferocious form is often associated with a mighty hurricane called Rudra. There are the 11 Rudra avatars of lord Shiva also known as Ekadashi Rudras, they play crucial roles in the cosmic order and represent different aspects of destruction and renewal.