The word “Holi” originates from the Sanskrit word “Holika.” This story takes place in Satya Yuga, when a great devotee of Lord Vishnu, Prahlad Maharaj, descended on earth with the teachings of pure devotional service, as instructed by his Guru, Srila Narada Muni. These instructions were given to him while he was still in the […]
The word ‘Mahashivratri’ is originated from three Sanskrit words. Maha -(Great or supreme), Shiva -(Lord Shiva who is auspicious), Ratri – (Night) So Mahashivratri means “A Great Night of Lord Shiva” or “A Night Dedicated to Lord Shiva ”. On this auspicious festival of ‘Mahashivratri’, devotees seek the blessings of Lord Shiva by worshipping the
