• Vasant Panchami: The Divine Festival of Knowledge, Wisdom, and Sanatan Culture

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    Introduction: What is Vasant Panchami? Vasant Panchami is one of the most spiritually significant festivals of Sanatan Dharma, celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) of the Hindu month of Magha. This auspicious day marks the arrival of Vasant Ritu (spring season)—a time symbolizing renewal, creativity, learning, prosperity, and divine…

  • Why Makar Sankranti Matters: History, Culture, Science and Philosophy

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    Makar Sankranti is one of the most ancient Hindu festivals that celebrates the Sun’s transition (Sankranti) into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara), marking the beginning of the Sun’s northward journey (Uttarayan). Unlike many Hindu festivals which follow a lunar calendar, this festival is based on the solar calendar, falling almost on the same date…

  • Bhai Dooj: The Sacred Bond of Love, Protection, and Blessings Between Brothers and Sisters

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    Introduction: A Celebration of Eternal Sibling Love Bhai Dooj — also known as Bhaiya Dooj, Bhau Beej, or Yama Dwitiya — is one of the most heartwarming festivals in Sanatan Dharma. Celebrated on the second day (Dwitiya Tithi) of the Shukla Paksha in Kartik month, it marks the fifth and final day of Diwali festivities.…

  • Govardhan Puja: The Divine Celebration of Nature, Devotion, and Gratitude

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    Introduction: The Day of Gratitude Towards Nature and Lord Krishna Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakut Mahotsav, is one of the most spiritually rich festivals in Sanatan Dharma. It is celebrated on the fourth day of Diwali (the day after Deepavali), primarily dedicated to Lord Krishna’s divine act of lifting the Govardhan Hill to protect…