Tulasi plant is venerated by Hindus while the meaning of the name Tulasi being the incomparable one. It is said that the house of every Hindu must have a Tulasi plant. This plant needs a little sunlight and water to survive. It has many types such as Rama Tulasi, Krishna Tulasi, and Vishnu Tulasi. It is believed in the Hindu culture that Lord Vishnu gets pleased if worshipped by Tulasi or a garland made out of Tulasi leaves. Keeping this plant at home can invite good luck and prosperity. The...

.Once there was virtuous sage by the name Shilada, who did not have any children of his own. He decided to worship Lord Shiva to get a special child blessed by him. He prayed intensely and immersed himself in austerity for thousands of years. Pleased by his dedication, Lord Shiva finally appeared before Shilada. He said "Wake up dear Shilada and tell me what boon do you seek?" "My dear Lord, I have only one aspiration. I wish to have a child", replied Shilada. Shiva smiled and said "You shall...

As per Hindu scripture, there are two words in Ekadashi Eka which means (1) and Dasha (10). Transforming actions of ten senses and mind from worldly objects to God is the true Ekadashi. Ekadashi means we should control our 10 senses & 1 mind. One must not let vicious thoughts regarding lust, anger avarice, etc. enter in mind. Ekadashi is a penance that should be done only to realize & please God. Let me share a small story based on Padama Puranam, a Hindu Scripture about the History...