Hare Krishna

Sloka (Verse): ततः शङ्खाश्च भेर्यश्च पणवानकगोमुखाः । सहसैवाभ्यहन्यन्त स शब्दस्तुमुलोऽभवत् ॥१३॥ tataḥ śaṅkhāś ca bheryaś ca paṇavānaka-gomukhāḥ । sahasaivābhyahanyanta sa śabdas tumulo 'bhavat ॥13॥ Word-by-Word Meaning: tataḥ — thereafter, then śaṅkhāḥ — conchshells ca — and bheryaḥ — large drums ca — and paṇava — small drums ānaka — kettledrums gomukhāḥ — horns sahasā — suddenly, all at once eva — certainly abhyahanyanta — were sounded saḥ — that śabdaḥ — sound, vibration tumulaḥ — tumultuous, uproarious abhavat — became Translation: Thereafter, conchshells, large drums, small drums, kettledrums and horns were suddenly sounded all together, and that combined sound became tumultuous and uproarious. Purport This verse describes the moment immediately following Grandfather Bhishma's conchshell blast on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Bhishma's conchshell sound was the signal for the beginning of war, and upon hearing it, al...

Today Date - 4 February 2026 Day - Wednesday 1. Festivals & Observances Today, 4 February 2026, the world observes World Cancer Day , a global initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control. This international day aims to raise awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment, while encouraging compassionate, patient-centered care. The ongoing global campaign highlights the idea that every cancer journey is unique, calling for people-centered care that respects individual needs and circumstances. This reminds us that behind every diagnosis lies a human story of courage, resilience, and hope. From a spiritual perspective, this day offers an opportunity for reflection on health, compassion, and service to others. In the Bhagavad Gita , Lord Krishna teaches that balance of body and mind is essential for true well-being. True health encompasses not just physical wellness but also mental peace and spiritual strength. When we care for those su...

Today Date - 3 February 2026 Day - Tuesday 1. Festivals & Observances Today, 3 February 2026, there is no major nationwide festival or officially declared observance across India as per standard public calendars. However, according to the traditional Hindu lunisolar calendar, today corresponds to Phalguna Krishna Dvitiya . This day is considered spiritually auspicious for devotional practices, meditation, and worship, especially for those who follow the path of inner reflection and remembrance of the Supreme Lord. In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna teaches that every moment is an opportunity to connect with the divine. Even on days without major festivals, sincere devotees can engage in japa, kirtan, and reading of sacred scriptures. True spiritual progress does not depend on grand celebrations alone but on the consistent practice of devotion and self-awareness in daily life. 2. Special Day While today is not marked by any national celebration, India remembers dis...

Sloka (Verse): तस्य सञ्जनयन्हर्षं कुरुवृद्धः पितामहः । सिंहनादं विनद्योच्चैः शङ्खं दध्मौ प्रतापवान् ॥१२॥ tasya sañjanayan harṣaṁ kuru-vṛddhaḥ pitāmahaḥ । siṁha-nādaṁ vinadyoccaiḥ śaṅkhaṁ dadhmau pratāpavān ॥12॥ Word-by-Word Meaning: tasya — his (Duryodhana's) sañjanayan — creating, generating harṣam — joy, delight, cheerfulness kuru-vṛddhaḥ — the elderly of the Kuru dynasty pitāmahaḥ — the grandfather (Bhishma) siṁha-nādam — lion's roar vinadya — sounding uccaiḥ — very loudly śaṅkham — conchshell dadhmau — blew pratāpavān — the valiant, powerful Translation: To generate joy in Duryodhana's heart, the elderly and valiant grandfather of the Kuru dynasty, Bhishma, blew his conchshell very loudly like the roar of a lion. Purport This verse describes a profoundly significant and spiritually meaningful moment on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Bhishma was the grandfather of the Kuru dynasty, and on the battlefield, he was the greate...

Sloka (Verse): अयनेषु च सर्वेषु यथाभागमवस्थिताः । भीष्ममेवाभिरक्षन्तु भवन्तः सर्व एव हि ॥११॥ Ayaneṣu ca sarveṣu yathā-bhāgam avasthitāḥ । Bhīṣmam evābhirakṣantu bhavantaḥ sarva eva hi ॥11॥ Word-by-Word Meaning: ayaneṣu — in strategic military positions ca — and sarveṣu — in all yathā-bhāgam — in respective positions avasthitāḥ — situated bhīṣmam — Grandfather Bhishma eva — certainly abhirakṣantu — should protect bhavantaḥ — all of you sarve — all eva — certainly hi — indeed Translation: Therefore, all of you must firmly remain in your respective strategic military positions and protect Grandfather Bhishma from all sides. Purport Duryodhana was extremely cunning and skilled in political diplomacy. In the previous verse, he had praised Grandfather Bhishma's extraordinary prowess and acknowledged him as the greatest warrior. But immediately after praising him, his shrewd mind identified a problem—others might feel insignificant because o...

Today Date - 2 February 2026 Day - Monday 1. Festivals & Observances Today, 2 February 2026, holds spiritual significance in the Hindu calendar. According to the North Indian Hindu calendar (Purnimanta system), today marks the beginning of the auspicious lunar month of Phalguna . This month is considered highly sacred and leads to important festivals including Maha Shivratri and Holi. In the Vedic calendar, today is associated with certain ritual observances such as Ishti , which are performed on specific lunar transitions. These rituals emphasise gratitude, balance, and alignment with cosmic order, reminding devotees of disciplined living and spiritual mindfulness. Globally, 2 February is observed as World Wetlands Day , dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of wetland ecosystems. Wetlands—such as rivers, lakes, marshes, and mangroves—play a crucial role in supporting biodiversity, storing water, and maintaining ecological balance. This observance remind...

Sloka (Verse): अपर्याप्तं तदस्माकं बलं भीष्माभिरक्षितम् । पर्याप्तं त्विदमेतेषां बलं भीमाभिरक्षितम् ॥१०॥ Aparyāptaṁ tad asmākaṁ balaṁ bhīṣmābhirakṣitam । Paryāptaṁ tv idam eteṣāṁ balaṁ bhīmābhirakṣitam ॥10॥ Word-by-Word Meaning: aparyāptam — unlimited, immeasurable tat — that asmākam — of ours balam — strength, army bhīṣma — by Grandfather Bhishma abhirakṣitam — perfectly protected paryāptam — limited tu — but idam — this eteṣām — of them (the Pandavas) balam — strength, army bhīma — by Bhima abhirakṣitam — carefully protected Translation: Our army, protected by Grandfather Bhishma, is unlimited and invincible; but their army, carefully protected by Bhima, is limited. Purport In this verse, Duryodhana presents a comparative analysis of the military strength of both sides. He firmly believed that his army was immeasurable and invincible under the leadership and protection of the most experienced and mighty commander, Grandfather Bhishma....

Today Date - 1 February 2026 Day - Sunday 1. Festivals & Observances Guru Ravidas Jayanti is observed on Magha Purnima, the full moon day of the Hindu month of Magha, which typically falls in late January or early February. In many regions across India, this sacred day is being observed around 1 February in 2026. This day honours the birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas, the revered 15th-century saint, poet, philosopher, and social reformer who was a prominent figure in the Bhakti Movement. Guru Ravidas Jayanti holds special significance among followers of the Ravidassia religion and devotees across India, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Chandigarh. On this auspicious day, devotees take holy baths in sacred rivers, visit Shri Guru Ravidas Janam Asthan Mandir in Varanasi, participate in Nagar Kirtan processions, and reflect upon the spiritual teachings of Guru Ravidas. Sant Ravidas was a contemporary of Sant Ka...

Today Date - 20 January 2026 Day - Tuesday 1. Festivals & Observances Today, 20 January 2026, marks Chandra Darshana , which coincides with Magha Gupt Navratri (Day 2) . This occurs on Magha, Shukla Pratipada , the first day of the waxing moon phase in the Hindu calendar. Chandra Darshana literally means "moon viewing" and refers to the first sighting of the crescent moon after Amavasya (new moon day). This sacred moment holds deep spiritual significance across India. According to Hindu tradition, Lord Chandra (Moon) represents mental balance, emotional stability, and inner calmness. The reappearance of the moon after the darkness of Amavasya symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, hope over despair, and renewal after silence. The moon is revered as one of the Navagrahas (nine planetary deities) in Vedic astrology. Hindu scriptures identify Chandra with Soma, the Vedic lunar deity who is considered the lord of plants and vegetation. The moon governs ou...