There’s a word in Sanskrit — vrata — that means a vow, a devotion to a goal, a resolve to fulfill a purpose. As most Hindu students at Stanford would know, vrata is an important part of the Hindu ...

The Somavara vrata is performed on Mondays to please Lord Someshvara and also get one’s wishes fulfilled. Even though this fast can be observed on any Monday, there is a mention of special Mondays in ...

Skanda Sashti in 2026 falls on 22 April. Learn the monthly Lord Murugan vrata rituals, fasting guidance, temple timing tips, and its significance.

The Thiruvadhirai Vrata is also known as the Ardra Darshana Vrata is a very famous vrata that is gloriously celebrated. This vrata is observed on the thiruvadhirai nakshaththram, the full moon day in ...