Vedic scriptures are regarded of the most sacred knowledge and we find divine power and energy said to be held within the sacred geometric symbols as Yantras. Yantras are not “lucky charms” to be warned or displayed as icon of power in and of them. Vedic Yantra means a "kavach" or "talisman", or "instrume…
Read morePITRU or PITHRU dosha is the combinaiton of certain Malefic planets in Lagna, Putra, Ayur, Dharma or Karma Bhavas. Also the Lords of those bhavas are afflicted with the natural Malefics like Sun, Rahu or Kethu, the effects of the bhava will be inauspicious causing this Pitru Dosha. The impact of this Pitru Dosha creates unwant…
Read moreImportant Points to be strictly followed. 1. Those who believe in the traditional Homam and follow Hinduism shall only participate. 2. Putra Kamesti Homam is organized on No Profit – No Loss basis. 3. Intake and participation is restricted to 50 (Fifty) couples only. 4. Accommodation for all participating coupl…
Read morePuthra Kamesti Yagam / Santhana Gopala Homam is dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu. None other than Lord Maha Vishnu himself bestowed knowledge of this homa on Sanatkumara, who in turn instructed this to sage Bodhayana. It is stated in the Suta Samhita. Performance of this Homam as ordained in Atharvana Veda fructifies begetting Child…
Read moreGoddess Durga is the warrior goddess who fought and defeated the evil Mahishasura. The story of Mahishasura starts with his father - Ramba. Ramba was an asura who performed severe penance to make the Gods happy. Lord Agni [the Lord of the Fire] was pleased with the penance and appeared before him, 'Open your eyes, son of …
Read moreDaksha, the son of Brahma, had fifty daughters. It is said that thirteen of his daughters were married to Sage Kashyap. Sage Kashyap is considered to be the father of Devas, Asuras and also all living beings on earth, through his various wives. His wife Aditi gave birth to the Devas, Diti to the Asuras, Kadru to the snakes and V…
Read moreDo you know that Brahmarishi Vishwamitra is related to Parashurama the great warrior sage who is the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu? Their story starts with a king called Gadhi. Gadhi had a beautiful and intelligent daughter Satyavati. Once a great sage called Ruchika came to the kingdom of Gadhi. When he entered the kingdom…
Read moreThe birth of Uruvashi Lord Vishnu once incarnated as the twin sons of Dharma and Murti – Narayana and Nara. The two were great devotees of Lord Shiva. They meditated and performed severe penance to understand the Brahman [The force which runs within us all]. As they performed severe penance in the forests of Badrinath, they g…
Read moreThe great war of Mahabharatha was fought between the Pandavas and Kauravas. The eldest Kaurava was Duryodhana. His best friend was Karna. Karna was actually the eldest son of Kunti, the mother of the Pandavas. Because of circumstances, he was brought up as the son of charioteer. All his life, Karna was always ridiculed and neve…
Read moreThe story of Tulsi, the medicinal plant, begins with Indra, the Lord of the Heavens. Lord Indra, was the king of the Devas. But he realized that people no longer looked up to him at the main God. This worried him a lot. He knew that people now looked up at Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva to guide them. Indra knew that h…
Read moreThere are ten avatars of Lord Vishnu. The first one is the Matsya avatar, where he saved Satyavrata Manu and the Sapta rishis with their families from the great flood, by coming in the form of a giant fish. The second avatar is the Kurma avatar, where Lord Vishnu came in the form of a giant tortoise to help in the churning of the…
Read moreIn Hindu mythology there are four eras [yuga] – Satya yuga, Treta yuga, Dwapara yuga and Kali yuga. Each Yuga is supposed to be a day for Lord Brahma. One day of Lord Brahma is 4320 million human years. After the end of every yuga Lord Brahma goes to sleep. The power of Lord Brahma’s creation comes from the Vedas. When Lord Brahm…
Read moreThe freshest & purest Aloe Vera product in Sri Lanka, and one of the purest in the world. 94% of the product is made of fresh Aloe Vera gel directly taken from the sap (not freeze dried). Aloe Vera has been known as a Miracle Skin Healer for thousands of years, its healing and skin regeneration properties now well researched and documented. This multi-purpose product is ideal as a daily, cooling moisturiser and is also recommended for sun burns, minor burns, soothing skin after hair removal and shaving, treating pimples and acne, insect bites and nappy rash. Also helps prevents dandruff and loss of hair. A must-have for all households.
Cinnamon is a spice, sprinkled on toast and lattes. But extracts from the bark as well as leaves, flowers, fruits, and roots of the cinnamon tree have also been used in traditional medicine around the world for thousands of years. It’s used in cooking and baking, and added to many foods.
Drumsticks or moringa have been a source of nutrition and are rich in anti-oxidants and bioactive plant compounds. The entire drumstick plant consisting of its leaves, pods and flowers are packed with nutrients that are beneficial and every part of the plant has food and medicinal value.
Since ancient times kithul was used in ayurvedic remedies for a myriad of health benefits such as preventing arthritis, improving skin complexion, relieving constipation, aiding weight loss, and combating blood sugar.
Urmeric and especially its most active compound, curcumin — have many scientifically proven health benefits, such as the potential to improve heart health and prevent against Alzheimer's and cancer. It's a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis.
Peppers have a lot going for them. They're low in calories and are loaded with good nutrition. All varieties are excellent sources of vitamins A and C, potassium, folic acid, and fiber. Plus, the spicy ones liven up bland food, making it more satisfying
Aloe vera is gel from the leaves of aloe plants. People have used it for thousands of years for healing and softening the skin. Aloe has also long been a folk treatment for many maladies, including constipation and skin disorders. Modern-day research into aloe vera's benefits is mixed, with some evidence showing it can cause cancer in lab animals.