Prayers For Rain
Here is a collection of how different faiths and regions around the world have prayed for rain for centuries. Each one sees rain as more than water — as mercy, blessing, and life itself.
1. Hindu Dharma – India
Prayers to Varuna, Indra, and Parjanya – guardians of water and rain.
Mantra:
Om Parjanyaya Namaha / Om Varunaya Namaha
Vrishti Me Dehi Varuna
From Rig Veda – Parjanya Sukta (5.83):
Abhi krandaya stanaya garbham aa dhaa, udanvata pari diya rathena
Roar, thunder, deposit your embryo of water, fly around with your water-laden chariot.
Villages still perform Varuna Japam, Jal Abhishek on Shivlinga, and Yagnas for rain.
Vedic and spiritual tradition has very specific prayers for rain – called Varsha Prarthana or Parjanya Prarthana. These are addressed to Varuna Deva, Parjanya Deva, and Indra Deva.
Here are the most authentic and widely used ones:
Parjanya Sukta – Rig Veda 5.83 : This is considered the main Vedic Sukta for rain. Rishis chanted it to invoke rain-bearing clouds.
Stuti: Parjanyaya pra gāyata divas putrāya mīḷhuṣe Sa no yavaśadam īrayatu
Meaning: Sing praises to Parjanya, the son of Heaven, the bountiful one. May he bring nourishing rain for our crops.
For daily japa during drought or before monsoon, chant the first 3 mantras of this Sukta 108 times in the morning facing west.
Varuna Mantra for Rain Varuna is the Lord of waters and cosmic order. This is the core Vedic mantra:
Om Varunam Nama Samudram Vanam cha Apam Patim Varunam Avahaye Varuno VarunobhavatuSimpler beej mantra for daily chanting: Om Vam Varunaya Namah .Chant 108 times with a little water in a copper lota in front of you. After japa, offer that water to a Tulsi or Peepal tree.
Varuna Gayatri – very powerful for Varsha:
Om Jalbimbaya Vidmahe Nilapurushaya Dhimahi Tanno Varunah Prachodayat
Megha Sukta / Meghakarjari Mantra Om Sham No Devi Abhishtaye Apo Bhavantu Pitaye Shamyorabhi Sravantu Nah
From Rig Veda 10.9, this is Apah Sukta – prayer to divine waters. It is chanted to purify and to call blessed waters.
Om Meghaya Namah | Om Jivantaya NamahOm Varshakaya Namah | Om Parjanyaya Namah
Chant these 4 names 108 times.
Indra Mantra for Rain Indra is the holder of Vajra who breaks the clouds.
Om Vrisha-karmane Indraya Namah Indram Varsham Janayantu
And the famous Indra Stuti from Rig Veda: Varshantu Te Vibhavari Divam Shardhi**
Meaning: O Indra, let the heavens shower abundantly upon us.
Simple Puranic Prayers you can do at home
Varuna Puja Sankalpa for Rain :
On any Monday or Saturday, keep a kalash filled with water, with mango leaves.
Light incense and say: “He Varuna Deva, He Jala Narayana, Anavrishti-dosha shantyartham, Su-vrishti pradaanaartham, aham prarthanaam karomi”
Then chant Om Varunaya Namah 108 times and pray for balanced, timely rain – not too little, not destructive.
Sant Dnyaneshwar’s Marathi Prarthana – widely sung in Maharashtra for rain:**
Pasayadan – “Sakalanchya mani vasana, varshat sakal mangali, eshwar nishthanchi mandiyali, anavarata bhumandali”
Bhagavat Purana Prayer: “Kale Varshatu Parjanyah, Prithivi Sasya Shalini”
Meaning: May clouds rain on time, may earth be filled with crops. This is chanted in temples during Varuna Yagya.
Astrological Remedies for Anavrishti In Jyotisha, lack of rain is seen as affliction of Jala Tattva – Moon, Venus, Varuna.
- Chandra Shanti: If Moon is weak, offer water to Shivlinga with chanting “Om Somaya Namah” 108 times on Monday.
- Varuna Yagya: Traditional solution in villages – collective chanting of Varuna Sukta by 4-7 Brahmins for 3 days, with Samudra snan and Varuna Bali.
- Cow feeding: Feed jaggery and green grass to cows, as cow is connected to Parjanya.
- Pipal tree watering: Water Peepal tree for 21 days without break, praying for Megha.
How to do it correctly
- Intention is important: Pray not just “let it rain” but “let there be timely, nourishing, non-destructive rain for all beings” – Samasta Jeeva Sukhaya.
- Best time: Brahma Muhurta (4:30-5:30 AM) or evening Sandhya when clouds gather.
- Cleanliness: Face west, the direction of Varuna. Light ghee lamp.
- Collective chanting has more power than individual in Vedic tradition for rain – so if possible, do it with family or community.
2. Buddhism – India, Tibet, Southeast Asia
Not a prayer to a rain-god, but a prayer for balance of nature.
May the Naga kings who hold the waters be pleased.
May timely rain fall, may crops grow, may all beings be free from famine.
Om Vajra Nagas, Varsha Siddhi Hum
In Thailand and Myanmar, monks chant the Vassavalāhaka Sutta for gentle rains.
3. Jainism
Khamemi Savve Jiva, may all beings be happy. If our actions have disturbed the elements, we ask forgiveness. May the clouds pour in balance, may life be sustained.
4. Sikhism – Punjab
Included in Ardas:
Sarbat da bhala. Akaal Purakh, mehar karo, lod anusaar meeh bakhsho.
O Eternal One, have mercy, grant us rain as needed, for the welfare of all.
5. Islam – Worldwide
Salat al-Istisqa – The Prayer for Rain prayed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Done in open fields.
Allahumma asqina ghaythan mughithan, mari’an mari’a, nafi’an ghaira darrin, ‘ajilan ghaira ajilin.
O Allah, give us rain that rescues us, pleasant, wholesome, beneficial not harmful, quickly not delayed.
Also: Allahumma aghithna – O Allah, shower us.
6. Christianity
Catholic / Orthodox:
O God, who makest the clouds to rise and the rain to descend, grant us abundant rains for our necessities and preserve the fruits of the earth.
Protestant – Book of Common Prayer:
O gracious Father, who openest Thy hand and fillest all things living with plenteousness; Send us rain in due season.
In many parts of Africa and Latin America, processions with the cross are taken to fields.
7. Judaism – Israel / Worldwide
From the Amidah prayer, added from Sukkot to Passover:
Mashiv ha-ruach u-morid ha-gashem
You cause the wind to blow and the rain to fall.
Veten tal u-matar livracha
Grant dew and rain for a blessing upon the face of the earth.
8. Zoroastrianism – Persia / India (Parsi)
Prayer to Tishtrya, the star deity of rain:
We honor Tishtrya, the bright and glorious star, who brings the waters from the sea to parched lands. May waters flow, may plants grow.
9. Shinto – Japan
Prayer to Ryu-jin, the dragon kami of rain:
Ryu-jin-sama, kami of sea and cloud, we humbly ask you to let the blessed rain fall upon our rice fields. Kome no megumi wo.
Farmers offer rice and sake at shrines during Amagoi rituals.
10. Taoism / Chinese Folk Religion
Prayer to the Dragon Kings:
Long Wang, Lord of Rain, hear our voices. Open the heavens, let the gentle rain nourish the ten thousand things.
11. Native American
Hopi and Zuni (Southwest US) – Rain Dance Prayer:
Our Father Sky, our Mother Earth, hear the footsteps of our dance. Let the clouds come from the four directions, let the corn grow tall.
Lakota:
Wakan Tanka, Grandfather, you who make the thunder, send your waters to us.
12. African Traditional Religions
Yoruba (Nigeria) – to Oshun and Oya:
Oya, mother of winds, bring the clouds. Oshun, mother of sweet waters, let the earth drink.
Maasai (Kenya/Tanzania):
Enkai Narok, God who is Black like the rain clouds, bring your black clouds over us.
13. Australian Aboriginal
No fixed text, but a prayer to the Rainbow Serpent: Great Rainbow Serpent, you who sleep in the waterholes, wake and travel through the sky, bringing the rain song to the land.
14. Indigenous South America – Andes
Prayer to Pachamama and Illapa (thunder god): Pachamama, Illapa, we give you chicha and coca. Send us your rain, that our potatoes and quinoa may live.
A universal way to pray if you want to include all:
Whatever name You are called – Varuna, Allah, God, Waheguru, Enkai, Ryu-jin – You know the thirst of this land. Let the heavens open not in anger but in mercy. Give us rain enough to drink, to grow, and to share.
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Rakhi
Here are the combined guidelines from different traditions for both brothers and sisters:
1. Vastu Shastra – Direction and Place
For the actual tying ceremony:
Face East or North-East: The sister should face East and the brother should face West, or both should face North-East. North-East (Ishaan Kon) is the most auspicious and spiritual zone.
Seating:Never do Rakhi standing at the doorway. Sit on a mat or asana. Brother should sit on a slightly elevated place if possible. Avoid the South-facing direction for both.
Puja Thali Placement: Keep the thali in North-East of the room. Use a brass, silver or copper thali, not steel.
Where to keep gifted money / gifts Brother’s gift to sister should not be kept in South-West immediately. Sister should keep the gift in North or East for a few hours to invite Lakshmi energy.
Broken or used Rakhi: Don’t throw old Rakhis in dustbin. Vastu says to immerse in water or bury under a tree after removing it after 8 days.
2. Feng Shui – Energy Balance
Feng Shui sees Rakhi as an exchange of Chi between Yin (sister) and Yang (brother).
Clean Clutter Before: Clean the North-West corner of your home – it governs helpful people and brotherly support. A clutter-free NW strengthens sibling bond.
Colors: Avoid all black or all dark blue clothes on Rakhi day – they absorb too much energy. Add a touch of red, pink or yellow to uplift Chi.
The Tie: Sister should tie with right hand, 3 knots. 3 represents Mind-Body-Spirit trinity in Feng Shui numerology. Tie it snug, not too tight – energy should flow.
Gifts:Feng Shui recommends gifts that are paired or useful, not sharp or cutting. Avoid knives, scissors, watches that stop, black wallets empty. Give wallets with a coin, plants like Jade, crystals like Rose Quartz for sisters.
After Rakhi: Keep the Rakhi on for at least 24 hours. Removing immediately breaks the energy circuit.
3. Astrology – Muhurat, Mantra and Graha Shanti This is the most followed part.
Bhadra Kaal: Never tie Rakhi in Bhadra : The ideal time is during Aparahna Kaal (afternoon). If Bhadra is there, wait till it ends.
For Sister while tying – Mantra: `Yena baddho Bali Raja, Danavendro mahabalah, tena tvam abhi badhnami, rakshe ma chala ma chala` This is the protection mantra of Raksha Bandhan.
Tilak: Apply tilak in this order for best astrological result – Kumkum, then Kesar chandan, then Akshat (whole rice). Akshat should not be broken. This activates Surya (success) and Guru (wisdom).
4 . Brother’s Birth Moon Sign:
Mesha, Simha, Dhanu (Fire):** Red / Saffron Rakhi best
Vrishabh, Kanya, Makar (Earth):** Green / Yellow Rakhi
Mithun, Tula, Kumbh (Air):** Blue / White / Light colours
Karka, Vrishchik, Meen (Water):** White / Silver / Light Yellow
For Brother: After Rakhi is tied, he should place his hand on sister’s head and take responsibility verbally – “Mama Raksha” – this completes the karmic circle.
4. Numerology
Number of Rakhis:** If sister is elder, tie one Rakhi. If younger, she can tie up to 3 Rakhis but always in odd numbers (1,3,5).
Gift Amount:** Numerologists suggest adding 1 rupee to gift – like 501, 1001, 2101. Never give exact even 500, 1000 as it closes the cycle.
Name Number:** If your brother’s Mulank (birth date total) is 4 or 8 (Saturn), avoid black thread Rakhi. Use Rudraksha or bright thread.
5. Spiritual / Dharmic Rules – For Both
Do’s for Sister:
1. Fast or eat satvik before ceremony. Wash hair, wear new or clean clothes.
2. Keep diya lit with ghee while tying.
3. Don’t tie Rakhi with empty hands – keep coconut or mithai in hand.
4. If brother is far, don’t courier Rakhi alone – send with akshat and a small kumkum packet. You can do video call and tie on a proxy like a Krishna idol or peepal tree first.
Do’s for Brother:
1. Don’t keep hands empty when sister ties – keep a coconut or small idol in left hand.
2. Don’t have a haircut, shave or nail cut immediately before ceremony.
3. Gift should be given with right hand, from heart. Avoid saying “what do you want?” – give with sankalp of protection.
4. If you have multiple sisters, elder sister should tie first.
Common Don’ts:
1 . Don’t use plastic Rakhi, black thread, or broken / used thread.
2. Don’t tie Rakhi after sunset if possible. Best is before evening.
3. Don’t take Rakhi off and throw in trash. After Janmashtami or after 8 days, remove and immerse in water.
4. Avoid argument, harsh words, and non-veg / alcohol on that day in the house where puja is done.
5. Sisters should not take back Rakhi or compare gifts – it creates Mangal dosh in relationship as per tradition.
6. Spiritual essence: Rakhi is not just thread. In Shastras it is called Raksha-Sutra. Sister puts a part of her Prana into brother through the knot, and brother in return gives a part of his Karma as protection. So intent (Bhav) is more important than cost.
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Indian Flag / Tiranga – Astro Analysis
1. Astrological Analysis – Graha and Tattva
The flag is divided into 3 colors + 1 Chakra in the center. Each represents a planetary energy and an element.
a) Saffron – Top Band
- Planet: Surya (Sun) and Mangal (Mars) and Brihaspati (Jupiter)
- Tattva: Agni Tattva – Fire
- Meaning: Saffron is the color of renunciation, courage, sacrifice and tapasya. In astrology, Sun gives leadership, self-respect and soul power. Mars gives courage and protection of Dharma. Jupiter gives wisdom and Dharma. This is why saffron is on top – it shows Dharma should lead the nation. It keeps the country fearless.
b) White – Middle Band
- Planet: Chandra (Moon) and Shukra (Venus)
- Tattva: Jal Tattva – Water
- Meaning: White is peace, truth, purity and balance. Moon is mind, emotions and peace. Venus is harmony and unity. White in the center acts as a mediator between courage (saffron) and prosperity (green). It shows that if the nation’s mind is peaceful and truthful, it can balance everything.
c) Green – Bottom Band
- Planet: Budh (Mercury)
- Tattva: Prithvi Tattva – Earth
- Meaning: Green is life, growth, harvest, wealth and stability. Mercury is the planet of agriculture, trade, intellect and prosperity. It connects the nation to its soil, farmers and economic growth.
d) Ashoka Chakra – The 24 Spoke Navy Blue Wheel
This is the most powerful astrological part.
- Planet: Shani (Saturn) – because Navy Blue is Saturn’s color. Saturn is the planet of Karma, Law, Discipline and Time.
- Other connection: The Chakra itself is Vishnu’s Sudarshan Chakra and also the Dharma Chakra. So it is the wheel of Dharma and Karma.
- 24 Spokes Meaning:
In astrology, 24 is highly significant. It represents 24 hours of the day – Kaal Chakra. It means the nation should be in motion all 24 hours. No stopping of Karma.
It also represents 12 Rashi + 7 planets + Rahu, Ketu, Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh and Sun’s 12 Adityas – totality of time.
The Chakra moving from saffron to green shows that life should move under the law of Dharma.
2. Numerology Analysis
Number 3 – The Three Colors
The flag has 3 colors. In numerology, 3 is the number of Jupiter (Guru). It is the number of creation, knowledge, optimism and expansion. It is considered extremely lucky for India. India’s destiny also vibrates on 3 in many calculations. It shows wisdom, spirituality and growth.
Number 24 – Spokes of Chakra
- 24 = 2 + 4 = 6
- 6 is the number of Venus (Shukra). Venus is luxury, harmony, beauty, love and global attraction. This is why the world is attracted to India.
- 24 itself is considered one of the luckiest numbers in Chaldean numerology. It is called the number of success, help from powerful people and assured victory over obstacles.
- 24 principles of Dharma are also linked to Gayatri Mantra which has 24 letters.
Number 1 – One Flag
One flag represents Number 1 – Sun. Leadership, unity, sovereignty and a single identity. It shows India will always stand as one and lead.
Ratio 2:3 – Dimension of Flag
As per Flag Code, the flag ratio is 2:3. Total is 5. Number 5 is Mercury – again intelligence, trade, communication and youth power. Very good for a business and knowledge-driven nation.
3. Combined Reading
If you see the whole Tiranga from an energy perspective:
Saffron (Fire – Sun/Mars) + White (Water – Moon) + Green (Earth – Mercury) + Chakra in Blue (Air + Ether – Saturn) = Complete Pancha Mahabhuta balance. A flag that has all 5 elements balanced is considered extremely auspicious. It means self-sustaining energy. It never loses power. That is why, astrologically, the Indian flag is considered a living Yantra. It creates a protective Kavach over the country. Best direction to place a small flag as per Vastu: East or North-East of your home or office desk. The saffron should always be on top. Never let it touch the ground.
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Deja vu
When we experience déjà vu, we feel as though history is repeating itself. We get the most uncanny sensation of intense familiarity, as though we have lived through a particular moment before and are now experiencing it again, even though in reality we’re doing it for the first time. Very often this sense of déjà vu occurs over trivial incidents. For example, you might be chatting to a friend in a café about the film recently, and you suddenly feel as though you have done exactly the same thing before, in every detail you saw . Déjà vu is a French phrase which, translated literally, means ‘already seen’. It happens entirely spontaneously and can’t be consciously triggered. Years may go by between episodes.
WHAT IS IT?
There are several theories about déjà vu. Some people regard it as nothing more mysterious than a brain malfunction, in which the brain is briefly unable to detect the difference between the present and the past. Indeed, déjà s a recognized symptom of tempora epilepsy: someone has a strong sene of déjà vu either shortly before or during an epileptic seizure. Another theory states that it is wish fulfilment on the part of the person having the experience, although this doesn’t explain why some very mundane situations can trigger a sense of déjà vu. In psychology, the experience is known as paramnesia. Another theory is that déjà vu is related to a past-life experience, and we feel that we’ve been somewhere before because we have.
I’VE BEEN HERE BEFORE
Although not every experience of déjà vu is likely to be connected to a past life, some are so striking that the theory is definitely worth considering.
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Shri Ganesh Jayanti Birth Of Lord Ganesha
Once, the gods got together to discuss a common problem: whenever they performed holy rituals and acts, demons would disrupt their activities and create mischief. After considerable brainstorming, they came upon a solution: a superior god who would defeat and control the demons and ensure an environment of peace in Heaven. The deities approached Lord Shiva, requesting him to create a celestial power against all evils. The divine union of Lord Shiva and Parvati created a child who was elephant-headed: the controller of all obstacles was born and was named Vighaneshwara -“Vighan” means obstacles -or the “One who Removes all Obstacles”. This story can be found in the Linga Purana. The Shiva Purana gives another version of Ganesha’s birth. Once, Parvati went to a large water pool to bathe. To ensure her privacy, she asked Nandi, the chief of ganas (Shiva’s attendants), to stand guard at the gate of the pool and not let anyone enter the area. A little later, Lord Shiva himself came along and was about to enter the pool area when Nandi, as instructed by Parvati, stopped Shiva. Extremely annoyed at Nandi’s behaviour, Shiva ignored him and continued walking and, needless to say, Parvati was not pleased to see Shiva in the pool area.Soon after, on an impulse, Parvati rubbed some dust off her body and created a male child, a young, handsome boy. She breathed life into his body, and blessed him with all her powers, and instructed him to obey only her orders. She then asked him to stand outside the pool gate and not let anyone enter the area. After some time, Shiva came along and walked towards the pool entrance. At the gate he saw a handsome young boy, who immediately stood in his way, and advised him not to enter the pool precincts. Angered by the attitude of this unknown boy, Shiva severed the child’s head from his body.When shouts and cries of anguish reached Parvati’s ears, she came out and seeing her son lying dead on the ground, broke down. She told Shiva about the creation of her son. Shiva repented his act of anger and consoled Parvati, assuring her that he would get the child back to life. He instantly sent for his ganas and instructed them to set forth and return with the head of the first living being they come across. The team trooped out and the first animal they came across was a baby elephant; the ganas cut his head and presented it to Lord Shiva. He then fixed the head to the child’s body and invoked life in him. The boy immediately came back to life and resumed all powers that his mother had bestowed on him, and he became an elephant- headed god. Ganesha is also known as Gajanan, which means “The Elephant-headed One”. Incidentally, Ganesha means “King of Ganas”; this name was given by Shiva.
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Chandrayaan 3
The chandrayaan program also known as indian lunar exploration is an ongoing series of outer space missions by the indian space research organization ( isro ) . The program incorporates lunar orbiter, impactor , soft lander , and rover space .Chandrayaan 3 is the third lunar exploration mission by the indian space research organization ( isro ) . It consists of a lander and pragyan rover similar to chandrayaan 2 but does not have an orbiter . It’s propulsion module behaves like a cummunication relay satellite. The propulsion module carried the lander and rover configuration until the spacecraft is in a 100 km lunar orbit . ISRO has set three main objectives for the chandrayaan 3 mission which include getting a lander safely and softly on surface of the moon , observing and demonstrating the rovers loitering capabilities on the moon . Insite scientific observation making scientific experiments on the chemical and natural elements , soil , water etc available on surface of the moon . Interplanetary refers to the development and demonstration of new technologies required for missions between two planets .
Muhurata Analysis : The launch of chandrayaan 3 took place on 14 july at 2:35 pm ist andhra pradesh sriharikota longitude 80.14 and latitude 13.44 and lunar injection of 100 km circular polar orbit was completed successfully as part of phase one . Biggest advantage of landing time of mission chandrayaan 3 on moon on 23 aug 2023 there will be continuous day time of 15 days on lunar surface . This will enable the mission to explore the moons surface in broad daylight for 15 days .
Advantageous combinations of launching date / time :
1 . Pancha rahita free from mrityu panchaka , agni panchaka ( threat from fire ) , raja panchaka ( anger of rulers ) , chora panchaka ( danger of thefts ) , roga panchaka ( threat from disease ) .
2 . Threat of muhurat is free from dosha of rahu kaal , durmuhurtha and yamaganda .
Disadvantageous combinations of launching date / time :
1 . Ascendant should have been in a movable or dual sign .
2 . The day is friday as per navamsa venus has gone to sign aries the 6th house of rasi chart hence venus is not strong.
3 . The moon is in waning stage and the tithi krishna paksha 12 ( dwadashi ) shows moon is weak inspite of being exalted , moon is also not having any aspect of a benefic and is in vishgati . 4 . The karana is taitila and lord is mercury . It is in atchari motion not connected to the 10 th house or 10 th lord sun for good karya siddhi .
5 . Yoga is vriddhi an inauspicious yoga .
6 . The star of the day is on trishul tip in trishul chakra .
7 . The lagna rising is scorpio a malefic sign but not movable for machines to run a shirshodaya sign .
8 . Lagna is triyan mukhi hence results can be achieved with difficulty and a lot of efforts.
9 . Mars in ketu star makha and ketu is chitra Mars star which indicates fault in electronic system .
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Monalisa Painting
The world’s most famous painting was painted sometime between 1503 and 1509 by the italian painter draftsmans , sculptor , architect and engineer leonardo da vinci . The sitter’s mysterious smile and her proven identity have made the painting a source of ongoing investigation and fascination . Much speculation and debate regarding the identity of the potrait sitter led to suggestions . Leonardo mother caterina , leonardo’s self potrait . lisa del giocondo and the wife of florentine merchant . Foresenic experts in 2013 opened teh tomb of teh giocondo family in florence in order to find lisa del giocondo’s remains test her dna and recreate an image of her face .
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Jain Astrology
1. Tirthankar – Risabha Deva , Parshwa Nath .
2. Three Samyak – Samyagdarshana , Samyaggyana , Samyag Charitra.
3. Twenty Four Tirthankar – Rishabha Deva , Ajita Nath , Shambhava Nath , Padmaprabhavii , Parshwa Nath , Chandraprabha, Suvidhi Nath , Shreyans , Vasupujya, Vimalnath , Ananant Nath , Dharma Nath , Shanti Nath , Kundhu Nath , Ara Nath , Malli Nath , Surbrata Muni , Nemi Nath , Arishta Nemi , Suparshwa Nath , Shri Mahavir Swami .
4. Twenty Four Yakshas & 24 Yakshinis
5. Traditions ( Cult ) – Sthanakvasi , Shwetambar , Terapantha , Digambar .
6. Puja ( Worship ) – Jin Puja , Gyana Puja , Jin Chaitya Puja .
7. Vrata – Dash Lakshana Vrata
8. Chief Descriptive Subject ( Spirituallism )
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Mango
Is mango your favourite fruit go ahead find out more about yourself !
1. A mango lover is a personality to be reckoned with .
2. Quite often you are a person who has quite ides and influencing you is no easy task .
3.You tend to be an extremist with strong likes and dislikes and at times even like to control a situation .
4.You enjoy getting involved in something that represent s a mental challenge .
5.Strong as you may be you are like a kitten when you are with your partner .
6. You accommodate the love of your life and make up for all the strong will elsewhere .
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Holy Quran & Astrology
12 points in holy quran says astrology is haram and all forms of it should be avoided ( whether it be fortunetelling , or not ).
1. Ibn Abbas -radhyAllahu ‘anhu- narrated that Allah’s Messenger -sallallahu ‘alayhi wasalam- said: “Whoever learns a part of astrology (drawing knowledge from stars) has learned a part of sorcery (magic). Those who learn more are getting that much more ( sin to their credit).” [Abu Dawud]
2.Abu Musa reported that Allah’s Messenger said: “Three (types of people) will not enter Paradise: (1) The habitual wine (alcohol) drinker; (2) The believer in sorcery (and astrology is among it);(3) The one who severs blood relations.”[Ahmad]
3.Abu Hurairah is reported to have said:”Whoever tied a know and blew on it, has committed sorcery and whoever has committed sorcery has committed shirk…”[An-Nasa’i]
4.The Prophet, sallallahu ‘alayhi wasalam, said: “Whoever goes to a fortuneteller and asks him something and believes in his words,will have his prayer rejected for forty days.” [Muslim]
5.Aisha -radhyAllahu ‘anha- reported that when she asked Allah’s Messenger -sallallahu ‘alayhi wasalam- about fortunetellers, he replied that they were nothing. She then mentioned that they were sometimes correct. The Prophet, sallallahu ‘alayhi wasalam, responded saying: “That is only a bit of truth which the Jinn steals and cackles in the ear of his friend; but he mixes along with it ne hundred lies.”[Al-Bukhari & Muslim]
6.Ibn Abbas -radhyAllahu ‘anhu- said about those people who write Abjad (alphabet -to use in soothsaying, fortunetelling, etc.) and gaze at stars i.e., believe in their influences on the earth -“I do not see whoever does such has any share with Allah.” [Kitab At-Tauheed]
7.Abul-Abbas bin Taimiyah said, “Al-‘Arraf is a name for a fortuneteller and the astrologer (Al-Munajjim), and the diviner (Ar-Rammal), and the like of them who speak of having knowledge of matters in similar ways.”and Imam Al-Baghawi said, “Al-‘Arraf is a person who claims to know the matters with fore signs by which he can point to stolen items,the place of lost things and the like.” [Kitab At-Tawheed]
8.Narratd Abu Hurairah -radhyAllahu ‘anhu- Allah’s Messenger -sallallahu’alayhi wasalam- said: “There is no ‘Adwa (contagion of disease without Allah’s Permission), nor is there At-Tiyarah (bad omen from birds), nor is there any Hamah (omen of the night bird i.e., owl), nor is there (any bad omen in the month of) Safar, and no Naw’ (constellation)…” [Muslim]
9.Constellation in the path of moon or a division of time connected with the phases of the moon.Astrologers believe that “There are two different types of moons signs: 1- natal moon signs show how a person reacts to things emotionally. 2- moon transits are the current positions of the moon and is a valuable part of future forecasting.”
10.It is He Who has set the stars for you, so that you may guide your course with their help through the darkness of the land and the sea.~ [6:97]
11. Abu Qatadah mentioned Allah’s Statement [6:97] and said: “Allah created the stars for 3 purposes: (1) As ornaments of the heavens (2) As missiles against the devil (3) As signposts for the guidance of the travellers. Whoever interprets otherwise is mistaken. Such a person just wastes his efforts, and troubles himself with what is beyond his knowledge.” [Al-Bukhari ~Verily, We have adorned the near heaven with the stars (for beauty). And to guard against every rebellious devil.They cannot listen to the higher group (angels) for they are pelted from every side. Outcast, and theirs is a constant (or painful) torment.Except such as snatch away something by stealing,adn they are pursued by a flaming fire of piercing brightness.~[37:6-10]
12. ~Say: None in the heavens or the earth know the unseen except Allah.~[27:65]
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