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Thai Poosam and the Pushya Star of Enlightenment

by Dr Pillai | Jan 16th, 2022 | Festivals, Powertime Updates

Thai Poosam: With Pushya star being ruled by Saturn, you can accomplish a lot of things during this time. There will be a lot of blessings.

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Maha Shasti Vratham 2022 : Procedure and Benefits

by Dr Pillai | Oct 26th, 2021 | Dr. Pillai, Festivals

What is Maha Shashti Vratham Muruga also known as Subramanya or Skanda is a popular Hindu deity. He is one of the sons of God Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Muruga...

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5 Strange Navratri Rituals We Bet You Didn’t Know About

by Dr Pillai | Sep 23rd, 2021 | Archetypes, Festivals, Powertime Updates

What is Navaratri Navaratri is a major Hindu festival celebrated by Hindus all over the world. The festival derives its name from two Sanskrit words, ‘Nava’ and ‘Ratri’ meaning, ‘nine’...

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Lamps: Why We Light Them on Diwali

by Pillai Center | Nov 3rd, 2020 | Festivals, Powertime Updates

Millions of people will light lamps on Diwali – parts of the Earth will glow – but there is a deeper, spiritual meaning behind the darkest day of the year.

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Navratri Vrat Rules | Navratri Fasting Food | Pooja Vidhi

by Dr Pillai | Oct 19th, 2020 | Archetypes, Festivals, Powertime Updates

Navratri is the time of the Goddess. Nine nights of honouring the Devi who took many forms to vanquish evil and bring relief to her children. The cult of the...

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