Puri Dham - The abode of Lord Vishnu(Legend,Stories,saints,disciples)s

On 12 of Jan I went to this holy abode of Lord Jaggannath with my parents. The place is quite amazing and so amazing are the stories related to it.

Nestling  on  the eastern coast along the  blue waters of the Bay of Bengal,the unique State of Orissa offers to her guests a ‘tourism capsule’ containing magnificient  temples, sunny   beaches,colourful  wild life, traditional  tribal  culture and a rich  heritage. To her credit,  it has housed the important pilgrimage centre for the  Hindus - Puri, the 13^th century magic carved on  sand  stone - Konark, the  largest brackishwater lake of the continent - Chilika, the wonder green land of the  white tigers - Nandankanan, and many  more caves, Chaityas,   Stupas.temples,forts   and  palaces. Statistics  says  most  of the visitors  frequent  this place for Lord Jagannath and the blue bay.

While  several  temples have vanished  or  have declined  in  importance,  the  great  temple  of  Lord Jagannath at Puri is still a living and vivrant temple. Over the  centuries it has attracted kings, conquerers, religious  teachers,  devotees and piligrims.   In  the minds of the millions of Indians, Orissa is the land of Jagannath. A synonym of Purusottam is Jagannath  and his abode  Puri is known as Purusottam Khetra, which is one of the  four  most sacred places in India  for  the Hindus.

Well there are hundreds of sites available on the net about this great place, but there were a few intresting that i came to know about when i went to this place. I would like to share them with you all.

My father told me that according to hindu mythology there are four dhams in INDIA, but it is believed that even if you cant visit the rest its enough if you have visited PURI Dham.  I searched a little as to why it is considered so and this is what i found.

According to hindu mythology there are four dhams and four yugs or ages:-

Each dham is associated with one yug or age.

To start with we have the 

Badrinath in the Satyug,

Rameshwar in the Tretayug,

Dwarika in the Dwaparyug,

Jagannath Puri in the Kaliyug.

And the present time is believed to be the kaliyug or the age of lies and deception.

All these Dhams are the abode of Lord Vishnu,the lord of life or living.

Since Lord Vishnu is belived to be residing in Puri now hence it said that it is sufficient to visit Puri among all Dhams.

There are in total 119 servitors of the Lord who perform the various puja rituals or holy practices of Lord Jagannath. The servitors are given a share of the mahaprasad, that is the sacred food that is offered to the Lord. 56 different kinds of dishes are offered to the lord which cooked in 794 ovens.

There are various mathas in PURI established by the various saints of different religion and sects who have till date visited Puri. The servitors and the people of the mathas celebrate various festivals in the name of lord Jagannath all year round. Visitors keep flocking this place to just have a glimpse of the Lord and make their birth a blessing.

• Architecture of Jagannath Temple
  
• Legend of Jagannath Temple
  
• Puri Beach
  

Various Prayers one can offer to the Lord

Unity Prayer

For Our Families

O God, in the beginning You brought together man and woman in holy marriage that they might share Your work of creation and bring enriching life to one another. We commend to Your constant care the homes where Your people dwell. Knit together in growing affection those who have been made one flesh so that their love may never fail. Turn the hearts of parents to their children and children to their parents. Take away the roots of bitterness, vanity, and self-seeking that bring dissension where family peace should reign. Inspire them, rather, with loyalty, faith, and sacrifice, that in all the changes and circumstances of life they may stand strongly together in mutual service and love.

We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Who grew within the family of Nazareth, Who loved the Church as His beloved spouse, and gave Himself up for her. Amen.

~~ Taken from "Prayers for Today," published by Leaflet Missal Co

For Strengthening the Family Unit

Father, it is apparent throughout Your Word that You instituted the family---father, mother, and children. I realize, however, that a family unit can also consist of many other combinations, such as a husband and wife, a father and children, or a mother and children or siblings. Bless all these families with Your boundless Love. Help all parents, whether single or sharing responsibilities with a spouse, to to use wisdom, understanding, and consideration for the entire family unit when making decisions that will affect all those in their households. Open their minds and hearts so that discipline is just, effective, and kind yet firm, teaching the children in their families that there are consequences to their actions. May all the members of each family love and respect the others, recognizing that we are all Your children; and that they extend this love and respect to people outside their own families as well.

I pray that the standard of a godly family would be restored to our nation, and there be a resurgence of its benefits in the public forum. May it become apparent to those who form public opinion that our family values as represented in Scripture are the path in which to lead our nation's families back to You. Amen.

Shree Saraswati Chalisa - pictures,videos,prayers

Saraswati Chalisa in English:-

II Doha II

Janak Janani Pad Kamal Raj, Nij Mastak Par Dhaari,
Bandau Maatu Saraswati, Buddhi Bal De Daataari.
Purn Jagat Mein Vyaapt Tav, Mahima Amit Anantu,
Ramsaagar Ke Paap Ko, Maatu Tuhi Ab Hantu.

Jay Shri Sakal Buddhi Balaraasi, Jay Sarvagya Amar Avinaasi.
Jay Jay Veenaakar Dhaari, Karati Sadaa Suhans Savaari.

Roop Chaturbhujadhaari Maata, Sakal Vishv Andar Vikhyaata.
Jag Mein Paap Buddhi Jab Hoti, Jabahi Dharm Ki Phiki Jyoti.

Tabahi Maatu Le Nij Avataara, Paap Heen Karati Mahi Taara.
Baalmiki Ji The Baham Gyaani, Tav Prasaad Janie Sansaara.

Raamaayan Jo Rache Banaai, Aadi Kavi Ki Padavi Paai.
Kalidaas Jo Bhaye Vikhyaata, Teri Kripaa Drishti Se Maata.

Tulasi Sur Aadi Vidvaana, Bhaye Aur Jo Gyaani Nana.
Tinhahi Na Aur Raheu Avalamba, Keval Kripa Aapaki Amba.

Karahu Kripa Soi Maatu Bhavaani, Dukhit Din Nij Daasahi Jaani.
Putra Karai Aparaadh Bahuta, Tehi Na dharai Chitt Sundar Maata.

Raakhu Laaj Janani Ab Meri, Vinay Karu Bahu Bhaanti Ghaneri.
Mein Anaath Teri Avalamba, Kripa Karau Jay Jay Jagadamba.

Madhu Kaitabh Jo Ati Balavaana, Baahuyuddh Vishnu Te Thaana.
Samar Hajaar Paanch Mein Ghora, Phir Bhi Mukh Unase Nahi Mora.

Maatu Sahaay Bhai Tehi Kaala, Buddhi Viparit Kari Khalahaala.
Tehi Mrityu Bhai Khal Keri, Purvahu Maatu Manorath Meri.

Chand Mund Jo The Vikhyaata, Chhan Mahu Sanhaareu Tehi Maata.
Raktabij Se Samarath Paapi, Sur-Muni Hriday Dhara Sab Kampi.

Kaateu Sir Jim Kadali Khamba, Baar Baar Binavau Jagadamba.
Jag Prasidhdh Jo Shumbh Nishumbha, Chhin Me Badhe Taahi Tu Amba.

Bharat-Maatu Budhi Phereu Jaai, Ramachandra Banvaas Karaai.
Ehi Vidhi Raavan Vadh Tum Kinha, Sur Nar Muni Sab Kahu Sukh Dinha.

Ko Samarath Tav Yash Gun Gaana, Nigam Anaadi Anant Bakhaana.
Vishnu Rudra Aj Sakahi Na Maari, Jinaki Ho Tum Rakshaakaari.

Rakt Dantika Aur Shataakshi, Naam Apaar Hai Daanav Bhakshi.
Durgam Kaaj Dhara Par Kinha, Durga Naam Sakal Jag Linha.

Durg Aadi Harani Tu Maata, Kripa Karahu Jab Jab Sukhadaata.
Nrip Kopit Jo Maaran Chaahei, Kaanan Mein Ghere Mrig Naahei.

Saagar Madhy Pot Ke Bhange, Ati Toofaan Nahi Kou Sange.
Bhoot Pret Baadha Yaa Dukh Mein, Ho Daridra Athava Sankat Mein.

Naam Jape Mangal Sab Koi, Sanshay Isame Karai Na Koi.
Putrahin Jo Aatur Bhaai, Sabei Chhaandi Puje Ehi Maai.

Karai Path Nit Yah Chaalisa, Hoy Putra Sundar Gun Isa.
Dhupaadik Naivedy Chadhavei, Sankat Rahit Avashy Ho Jaavei.

Bhakti Maatu Ki Karei Hamesha, Nikat Na Aavei Taahi Kalesha.
Bandi Path Kare Shat Baara, Bandi Paash Door Ho Saara.

Karahu Kripa Bhavamukti Bhavaani, Mo Kahn Daas Sadaa Nij Jaani.

II Doha II

Maata Sooraj Kaanti Tav, Andhakaar Mam Roop,
Dooban Te Raksha Karahu, Paru Na Mein Bhav-Koop.
Bal Buddhi Vidya Dehu Mohi, Sunahu Sarasvati Maatu,
Adham Ramasaagarahi Tum, Aashray Deu Punaatu.

Saraswati Chalisa in Hindi:-

Lord Shiva Temple in coimbatore..-tours,maps,pictures,information guide

Just sitting silently for a few minutes within the sphere of Dhyanalinga is enough to make even those unaware of meditation experience a state of deep meditativeness" - Sadhguru.

24th of June 1999, the Dhyanalinga was consecrated, blessing the world by its Presence. And on the 23rd of November 1999, Dhyanalinga was offered to the world.No other Dhyanalinga is known to exist in the world.

Dhyanalinga Temple is situated 30 kms west of Coimbatore at the foothills of Velliangiri Mountains, part of the Nilgiris Biosphere. Coimbatore, a major industrial city in South India, is well connected by air, rail and road. All major airlines operate regular flights to Coimbatore from Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. Train services are available from all the major cities in India. Regular bus and taxi services are also available from Coimbatore to Dhyanalinga Temple.

Thousands of temples with lofty towers dot the skyline of the southernmost state of Tamilnadu in India. These temples are torchbearers of the glorious heritage of the Tamil speaking region, and are repositories of the magnificient art forms that evolved over several centuries. Several of these temples have been glorified by the ancient tamil hymns of the 1st millennium CE...

Dhyanalinga was consecrated by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, a realized master, mystic and yogi, after three years of intense process of prana prathista. Measuring 13' 9", Dhyanalinga is the largest mercury based live linga in the world. In the metaphysical sense, Dhyanalinga is a guru, an energy center of tremendous proportions. All the aspects of life are enshrined in the form of seven chakras energized to the very peak and locked. A doorway to enlightenment and spiritual liberation, Dhyanalinga offers a sadhaka ² the opportunity to perform sadhana ³ in utmost intimacy with a live guru, - an opportunity which is traditionally available to a select few.

Situated at the foothills of the Velliangiri Mountains, Dhyanalinga is a colossal entity of eternal vibrations. The earth colors, the natural granite, and the fusion of irregular surfaces and shapes that form the Temple creates an ethereal ambience and an apt atmosphere to receive the grace of the Dhyanalinga

For any query contact

Address

Dhyanalinga Temple, Isha Yoga Center, Semmedu (P.O), Coimbatore 641 114, India Telephone 091-422-2515345 Email:info@dhyanalinga.org

shree lord Venkateswara...BALAJI (TIRUPATI) - tours,pictures,information guide,road map

I have never been to this holy place although most of my family has been. The best place to start this trip as i was told is either chennai or bangalore. hope one day i can make it too.





"There is a wonderful uniqueness associated with Lord Venkateshwara, and His abode, Venkatadri".



The name Tirupati, meaning the ‘the Lord of Lakshmi’ should have been appropriately applied to the village on the Venkata Hill, the abode of the Lord.The town of Tirupati is one of the most ancient and spectacular places of pilgrimage in India. It is situated in the Chittoor district in southern Andhra Pradesh. The town owes its existence to the sacred temple of Lord Sri Venkateswara situated on the Tirumala Hill adjoining it.The Tirumala Hill is 3200 ft above sea level, and is about 10.33 sq miles in area. It comprises seven peaks, representing the seven hoods of Adisesha, thus earning the name, Seshachalam. The seven peaks are called Seshadri, Neeladri, Garudadri, Anjanadri, Vrishabhadri, Narayanadri and Venkatadri.






Story of temple:- According one legend, as Saint Ramanuja born in 11th Century AD climbed the seven hills of Tirupati, Lord Srinivas- another name for Lord Venkateswara- appeared before him and gave him his blessings. And after that he is believed to have been blessed to live till the ripe age of 120 years to spread the gospel of Sri Venkateswara.







side seens:-Temples located in and around Tirupati include: 1. Sri Padmavathi Devi temple at Tiruchanooru (Alamelu Mangapuram) 2. Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Srinivasa Mangapuram. According to legend, Lord Venkateswara stayed here after his marriage with Sri Padmavathi Devi, before proceeding to Tirumala. 3. Govindaraja Swamy Temple in Tirupati adjacent to the railway station (Lord Vishnu in Anantasayanam pose). Saint Ramanujacharya consecrated this temple in 1130 AD. 4. Kapila Teertham in Tirupati town at the base of Tirumala Hills dedicated to Lord Siva 5. Sri Kodandaramaswami Temple, Tirupati built by Chola kings during the tenth century AD 6. Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple at Srikalahasti 7. Sri Kalyana Venkateswaraswami temple at Narayanavanam (40 km from Tirupati). Lord Sri Venkateswaraswami and Sri Padmavathi Ammavaru, daughter of Akasa Maharaja were married here.

Darshnam:-
There are two categories of special darshan, with tickets costing Rs. 40.00 and Rs. 50.00 per head.Sarvadarsanam, which means 'darshan for all', of Lord Sri Venkateswara begins from 07.30 hrs in the morning till the entrance queue is closed on certain days other than Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. On lean days 18 hours are allotted for Sarvadarsanam and on peak days, it goes on for 20 hours. The entrance for Sarvadarsanam is through the Vaikuntam Queue Complex. There is now a computerized system in place which allows the pilgrims to book tickets and they are given a specified time slot. In addition, there are free darshans, and special darshans, which cost a bit more. There is a special darshan for the physically disabled and the aged through a separate gate at the Maha Dwaram - the main temple entrance. These pilgrims can ask for an escort.
The entrance for Special Darshan is through the PPC (Queue Complex). The queue merges with the Sarvadarsanam queue at Bangaruvakili. Pilgrims who use this queue will have a shorter waiting time. 

TOKEN SYSTEM:-The tokens are available free of cost at the First Choultry (opposite the TiruRailway Station), Second Choultry (behind the Railway Station), Alipiri Bus Stand, Tirupati, Vaikuntam Queue Complex, Pilgrim Amenities Centre (Near CRO) and near the Rambagicha Guest House in Tirumala.

• The time of darshan is indicated on the tokens.
• Pilgrims can enter the Vaikuntam Queue Complex at Tirumala at the time indicated on the tokens
• They can have darshan within two hours of entering the Queue Complex.
• As this system saves on waiting time, it provides pilgrims with enough time to visit temples in the vicinity like Sri Govindarajaswami Temple and Kapila Teertham at Tirupati, Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple at Tiruchanur and Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swami Temple at Srinivasa Mangapuram.
• To help TTD keep a track of the number of pilgrims and ensure their smooth flow, one token is issued per head. Collective tokens for groups are not issued

How to reach there:

Hyderabad:-Tirupati is 562 km from Hyderabad (via Kurnool, Cuddapah and Kodur).APSRTC runs daily buses between Hyderabad and Tirupati. The types of buses are: Express/ Luxury/ Hi-tech/ AC Sleeper Coach.The AC Sleeper Coach is comfortable as the bus is fitted with Air Suspension for effective shock absorption. Magazines and bedding are provided free of cost. Snacks, soft drinks and mineral water are provided against payment. There is an attendant to serve passengers. The fare is INR 450.00 per head.

Mumbai:-Tirupati is 1261 km from Mumbai (via Pune, Belgaum, Dharwar, Harihara,Tumkur and Bangalore).
APSRTC provides connecting bus services from the Renigunta Railway Station to Tirumala for all passengers arriving by train. Buses start from the Railway Station. The Renigunta-Tirumala bus fare is Rs 18.00. Bus frequency: every 30 minutes, from 03.00 hrs to 23.00 hrs every day.

Delhi:-Tirupati is 1800 km from New Delhi.
APSRTC provides connecting bus services from the Gudur Railway Sation to Tirumala, every day. The distance is 122 km. Journey time is 4 hours and the fare is Rs.43.00. The bus frequency is almost every half hour.

sources:-

http://www.sudarshana.org/balaji.jpg

Can a Non-Hindu convert to Hinduism?

Every other religion has a pre-defined ritual by which one can convert to it. But what about HINDUISM?

This post is really a summary of points made in various other posts. I have put it together becaus this is a question I often see asked in various forums. This is also a question to which you will see several different answers, and I think it is useful to put them together in one post.

Some people say “No”.

There are a few people who say that you should never convert; whatever religion you are born into should be yours for life. I think that this is incorrect, if you have a strong feeling towards a religion and you feel that the religion you are born into is not for you then follow the path that you feel guided on. Hindus believe that people can be guided by gurus that are not physically present (see my post “Books, Leaves and Gurus“). If you are convinced that a path is right for you, and have seen signs that it is right then don’t worry about this argument. This argument also does not take into account people brought up with patently wrong beliefs; should the children that survived the Waco seige continue to follow the teachings of David Koresh?

I have had nothing but support from Hindus I have met, I have only read this point of view on a few blogs. I would not worry about conversion being opposed. As mentioned later there are many Hindu schools that openly accept conversion and have a process of accepting new membes.

Some say that “Hindu” does not refer to a Religion.

Some people may quibble that Hindu refers to origin (People beyond the river Indus) rather than belief. They say that you can follow Sanatana Dharma (The eternal way) but this will not make you a Hindu any more than if you joining the Greek Orthodox Church would make you Greek. To me this is just word play, many words have changed from their original meaning and certainly in English the word “Hindu” is used to refer to belief. If someone insists that you can only be a follower of Sanatana Dharma and not a Hindu I don’t think it is worth arguing over, it is only a word and what is important is belief and practice.

Some say “Just say you are a Hindu and you are”.

Other people say that you don’t have to convert, just follow Sanatana Dharma. All you have to do to become a Hindu is to follow the principles of Hinduism. If that is sufficient for you then fine. I certainly would not argue with anyone claiming to be a Hindu who held Hindu beliefs and followed the practices.

Some say “Become a Hindu Indirectly”.

Another answer that you might get is that becoming a Hindu is analogous to becoming a European citizen. You cannot become a European citizen directly, but by becoming a citizen of one of the European countries you are automatically a European citizen. Similarly there is no process or admission into “Hinduism”, but there are many Hindu Sampradayas, organisations, and traditions that do have processes of admission. By joining one of these one becomes not only a member of the particular tradition but also become a Hindu. Personally I think this is better than the “self declared” route, because the tradition will assist you in learning and following practices.

I would recommend the book “How to become a (better) Hindu“  available online or to buy. This book takes the third point of view and describes the various Hindu schools and their beliefs.

extracts taken from western-hindu.org

Lord Shiva- tandav strotam,lyrics,video,wallpaper,english translation

This is the chant that Ravan Did to please Lord Shiva.

I found English translations of the stotra in a few pages. These translations give correct overall meaning. But they are not very close to the Sanskrit version. I found this by comparing the translations with the stotram in Sanskrit. I wanted a translation that can be as close in meaning to original as possible. Since I could not find any such translation, I thought of translating myself. 

I completed the translation of Shiva Tandava Stotram. Initially I wanted the translation to be rhyming. But it takes lots of time to keep rhyming when translating a poem from one language into another. Often the accuracy is sacrificed for the sake of rhymes. I did not want to lose accuracy at all. That is why, I did not go for rhymes. I am posting the translation here. 

English Translation of Shiva Tandava Stotram 

(Click  here for the Sanskrit version)

From His forest-like matted hair flows stream. 

In His consecrated neck is hanging lofty garland of serpent. 

Damad damad damad damad - to this sound of drum 

He did firece Tandava - may that Shiva shower auspiciousness. 

In the pan of His matted hair celestial river flows unsteadily. 

Rows of waves roam unsteadily on His head. 

In the fire blazing dhagat dhagat dhagat dhagat in forehead, 

In the head having crescent moon as jewel - may I find my constant joy. 

Who is mountain king's beautiful dughter's charming sportive-friend, 

Whose mind contains glorious universe and its countless beings, 

Whose compassionate glance prevents flow of immense miseries, 

Who has directions as His clothes - may my heart find bliss in Him. 

Radiance spreads from lustre of the gem in the reddish brown hood of creeping serpent. 

Kadamb-juice like read kumkum is smeared all sides in His beaautiful face. 

His glittering upper garment is the skin of an intoxicated elephant. 

May my heart seek wonderful joy in that Lord of ghosts. 

Indra and all other gods offer flowers, 

Pollen dust from which has colored His foot-bed. 

His matted hair is tied by the garland of serpent king. 

May that holder of Moon in his head give me long-time prosperity. 

Shining sparks of blazing fire from His forehead area 

Devoured god of love and leaders of all beings bow to Him. 

His crest-jewel gleams with cool moon-rays. 

May we get siddhis from His hair-locks. 

(click here to listen to the full video of shiv tandav strotam)

In the fire of His flat forehead flaming dhagat dhagat dhagat 

He offered the five powerful arrows of the god of love. 

He is the sole artist drawing decorative lines on the breasts of mountain king's daughter. 

My deep thoughts are in Him who has three eyes. 

His snake-tied neck is dark as if layers of thick new clouds 

Have obstructed shining Moon in the midnight. 

He holds the celestial river, His cloth is skin read, He holds crescent Moon. 

May that bearer of the universe's give us prosperity. 

He has the dark glow of fully blossomed blue lotus 

Around the girdle of His neck. 

He killed the god of love, destroyed Tripura, liberates from materialistic life, is the sacrifice-destroyer. 

He cut off demon Gaja, cut off demon Andhak, cuts off bonds death - I worship Him. 

Because of the sweet honey from the bunch of auspicious Kadamba flowers 

He has bees flying all over. 

He killed the god of love, destroyed Tripura, liberates from materialistic life, is the sacrifice-destroyer. 

He killed demon Gaja, killed demon Andhak, cuts off bonds of death - I worship Him. 

Glory to Lord Siva, who has fire on His forehead, 

Fire spreading from breath of snakes wandering and whirling in glorious sky. 

dhimit dhimit dhimit auspicious sound from whose drum 

Is in tune with His fierce tandava dance. 

Towards different ways of the world, towards a snake or a garland, 

Towards precious gems or lump of dirt, friends or enemies, 

Towards grass or lotus-eyed people, towards common man and king, 

When will I have equal vision and I will worship Lord Sadashiva? 

When will I be happy living in a hollow place in the thickets of the river, 

Being free from ill thinking, folding heads above my head, 

And uttering Shiva mantra thus devoted in the God 

Of glorious forehead with vibrating eyes. 

One who reads, remebers and talks about this great hyman daily 

is purified for ever. 

He gets deep devotion in great guru Lord Hara. 

Thought of Lord Shankar removes one's delusion. 

One who recites this song composed by Ravan 

At the end of prayer to Lord Shiva early morning- 

He gets wealth of chariots, elephants, horses. 

Lord Shambhu always gives him prosperity. 

Lord Shiva- tandav strotam,lyrics,video,English translation,Ravana's chant to please Lord Shiva

Jatatavigalajjala pravahapavitasthale 

Galeavalambya lambitam bhujangatungamalikam 

Damad damad damaddama ninadavadamarvayam 

Chakara chandtandavam tanotu nah shivah shivam II1II

Jata kata hasambhrama bhramanilimpanirjhari 

Vilolavichivalarai virajamanamurdhani 

Dhagadhagadhagajjva lalalata pattapavake 

Kishora chandrashekhare ratih pratikshanam mama II2II

Dharadharendrana ndinivilasabandhubandhura 

Sphuradigantasantati pramodamanamanase 

Krupakatakshadhorani nirudhadurdharapadi 

Kvachidigambare manovinodametuvastuni   II3II 

Jata bhujan gapingala sphuratphanamaniprabha 

Kadambakunkuma dravapralipta digvadhumukhe 

Madandha sindhu rasphuratvagutariyamedure 

Mano vinodamadbhutam bibhartu bhutabhartari  II4II

Sahasra lochana prabhritya sheshalekhashekhara 

Prasuna dhulidhorani vidhusaranghripithabhuh 

Bhujangaraja malaya nibaddhajatajutaka 

Shriyai chiraya jayatam chakora bandhushekharah II5II

Lalata chatvarajvaladhanajnjayasphulingabha 

Nipitapajnchasayakam namannilimpanayakam 

Sudha mayukha lekhaya virajamanashekharam 

Maha kapali sampade shirojatalamastu nah    II6II

Karala bhala pattikadhagaddhagaddhagajjvala 

Ddhanajnjaya hutikruta prachandapajnchasayake 

Dharadharendra nandini kuchagrachitrapatraka 

Prakalpanaikashilpini trilochane ratirmama   II7II

 ( Click here For the English translation of it)

Navina megha mandali niruddhadurdharasphurat 

Kuhu nishithinitamah prabandhabaddhakandharah 

Nilimpanirjhari dharastanotu krutti sindhurah 

Kalanidhanabandhurah shriyam jagaddhurandharah  II8II

Praphulla nila pankaja prapajnchakalimchatha

Vdambi kanthakandali raruchi prabaddhakandharam 

Smarachchidam purachchhidam bhavachchidam makhachchidam 

Gajachchidandhakachidam tamamtakachchidam bhaje  II9II 

Akharvagarvasarvamangala kalakadambamajnjari 

Rasapravaha madhuri vijrumbhana madhuvratam 

Smarantakam purantakam bhavantakam makhantakam 

Gajantakandhakantakam tamantakantakam bhaje  II10II

Jayatvadabhravibhrama bhramadbhujangamasafur

Dhigdhigdhi nirgamatkarala bhaal havyavat 

Dhimiddhimiddhimidhva nanmrudangatungamangala 

Dhvanikramapravartita prachanda tandavah shivah   II11II

Drushadvichitratalpayor bhujanga mauktikasrajor 

Garishtharatnaloshthayoh suhrudvipakshapakshayoh 

Trushnaravindachakshushoh prajamahimahendrayoh 

Sama  pravartayanmanah kada sadashivam bhaje   II12II

Kada nilimpanirjhari nikujnjakotare vasanh 

Vimuktadurmatih sada shirah sthamajnjalim vahanh 

Vimuktalolalochano lalamabhalalagnakah 

Shiveti mantramuchcharan sada sukhi bhavamyaham II13II

Imam hi nityameva muktamuttamottamam stavam 

Pathansmaran bruvannaro vishuddhimeti santatam 

Hare gurau subhaktimashu yati nanyatha gatim 

Vimohanam hi dehinam sushankarasya chintanam II14II

Puja vasanasamaye dashavaktragitam 

Yah shambhupujanaparam pathati pradoshhe 

Tasya sthiram rathagajendraturangayuktam 

Lakshmim sadaiva sumukhim pradadati shambhuh II15II

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Holi - Legends and Myths

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Interesting legends of Holi that are most commonly cited revolve around the soul bond of Lord Krishna and Radha, Prahlad, the child-devotee of Lord Vishnu, Kamdeva, the Indian Cupid-God and Dhundhi, the immortal ogress. All these legends focus on different aspects of Holi that can be attributed to them. The romantic fervor of Holi festival is derived from the love pranks of Radha and Krishna while the story of Kamdeva gives a clue to celebrate this festival to welcome the Spring. The story of Prahlad encompasses the religious nature of the festival and the origin of Holi while the tale of Dhundhi gives a reason to use rude words and play pranks to the young boys of the village. 

• Bhakt Prahlad Holika
  

There was a mighty demon king named Hirnakashyipu who had won all the three worlds of heaven, earth and hell and had thus, become very proud. He assumed that he could defeat even Lord Vishnu with his valor. He went to the extent that he had enforced a law that everybody would worship him instead of gods and deities. However, his little son Prahlad refused to accept his commands and continued to worship Lord Vishnu with complete devotion. Infuriated by this defiance of his son, he ordered his soldiers to throw him down a hill. Praying fervently and having full faith in Lord Vishnu, Prahlad did not retract from his word. True to his faith, Lord Vishnu rescued him at the last moment.

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• Invincible Dhundhi
  

During the reign of Prithu, there was a terrible ogress called Dhundhi, who loved to devour innocent children. She had performed severe penances and had won several boons from the deities that made her almost invincible. However, due to a curse of Lord Shiva, she was not so immune to the pranks and abuses of young boys as she was to weapons and arrows. One day, the courageous boys of the village decided to get rid of her forever and chase her away from the village forever. They got intoxicated on bhaang and drunk and then followed Dhundi to the limits of the village, beating drums, making loud noise, shouting obscenities and hurling insults at her and continued doing this until she left the village for good. This is the reason that even today young boys are allowed to indulge themselves in rowdiness, using rude words and intoxication on Holi.

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• Love Play of Radha Krishna
  

Lord Krishna has often been portrayed as a naughty prankster in his childhood and a lover-boy in his youth. His beloved Radha and the cowherd girls 'Gopis' in general loved him even more for his pranks and eve teasing. The Holi of Braj is famous all over India for its intimate connection with the divine deities and their love plays. It is said that when Krishna was a young boy, he asked the reason for his dark color while Radha was so fair. His mother Yashoda playfully suggested that he should smear color on Radha's face too and change her complexion to any color he wanted. Captivated by the idea, Krishna proceeded to do so and thus, introduced the play of colors on Holi.

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• Sacrifice of Kamadeva
  

According to Hindu mythology, the world is looked after the Trinity of Gods - Lord Brahma, the creator; Lord Vishnu, the nurturer; and Lord Shiva, the destroyer. According to a legend, Goddess Sati, the daughter of Daksha Prajapati, one of the first sons of Lord Brahma, married Lord Shiva against the wishes of her father. Thus, Daksha did not invite her and her husband to a grand yagya arranged by him. When Sati came to know about the event in her father's house, she thought it to be a slip of mind and proceeded to participate in the event despite the warnings of her husband. But once she reached there, she realized her fault and was infuriated by the insult of her husband. As a penance for her disobedience, she entered the fire. When Lord Shiva came to know of her sudden demise, he was furious. Even after he controlled his anger, he started a severe meditation and renounced all work.

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