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NEWSLETTER MAY 2002 |
The 12 Jyotirlinga Shrines of Shiva
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Saurashtre
Somanaatham Cha Sree Saile Mallikarjunam |
Among the Lord Siva Temples in India the twelve temples are the most popular and largely visited by the devotees. These are called as DWADASHA JYOTIRLINGA TEMPLES. According to the hindu puranas each one is rich with history and tradition and has a different story. In these temples Shiva in the form of a Jyotirlingam, have been held in reverence since time immemorial in the Indian system of beliefs.The devotees come here by walk and offer prayers by pouring water on these Jyotirlingams. It is said that if we do like that the Lord Siva will be Pleased and give boons.
Somnath is the foremost of the 12 Jyotirlinga Shrines of Shiva, held in reverence throughout India and is rich in legend, traditions and history.It is located at Prabhas Patan in Saurashtra in Gujrat
Ujjain - Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga shrine The ancient and historic city of Ujjain or Avanti in Madhya Pradesh is home to the Jyotirlinga shrine of Mahakaleshwar
Kedarnath-
TheNorthenmost of the Jyotirlingas.
Kedarnath, nestled in the snow clad Himalayas is an ancient shrine rich in
legend and tradition . It is accessible only on foot, six months in a year.
Bhimashankar- Jyotirlinga shrine is associated with the legend of Shiva destroying the demon Tripurasura .Bhimashankar is located in the Sahayadri hills of Maharashtra, accessed from Pune.
Tryambakeshwar - The origin of the river Godavari is intimately linked with this Jyotirlinga shrine near Nashik in Maharashtra.
Rameshwaram - This vast temple in the island of Rameshwaram in Southern Tamilnadu enshrines Ramlingeshwar, and is revered as the southernmost of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of India.
Omkareshwar -an island in the course of the river Narmada in Madhya Pradesh is home to the Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga shrine and the Amareshwar temple
Sree Sailam - near Kurnool enshrines Mallikarjuna in an ancient temple rich in architectural and sculptural wealth. Aadi Shankaracharya compsed his Shivanandalahiri here.
Varanasi - The most celebrated pilgrimage site in India. The Vishwanath temple in Benares in Uttar Pradesh is the goal of the thousands of pilgrims that visit this ancient city. The Vishwanath shrine is revered as one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva.
Vaidyanath temple - This temple in Parbani dist of Maharastrar is called as Parali Vaijyanath, and is revered as one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva.
Nageshwar - the Naagesam Daarukaavane is the 'Aundh Naganath Temple' in Hingoli Taluka and is in between Parali Vaijyanath and Grishneswashr temple and is in Bheed dist of Maharastra.
Grishneshwar -Jyotirlinga shrine is a temple located in the vicinity of the tourist town of Ellora, which has several rock cut monuments from the 1st millenium CE.
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RASHI PREDICTIONS MAY 2002
Transit Of The Month ( Nirayana Method , Indian Panchanga )
| Sun in Aries moves in Taurus on 14th. |
| Mars in Taurus transits to Gemini on 19th. |
| Mercury in Taurus. ( Retrograde from14th , Combust State ; 17th ) Jupiter in Gemini. |
| Venus in in Taurus moves in Gemini on 15th. |
| Saturn in Taurus ( Combust State 22nd ). |
| Rahu and Ketu in Taurus and Scorpio respectively . |
Mesha (Aries) : Month is promising for several developments in your
occupation and entering in new ventures .Business activities will be quite
successful . Money matters will be initially satisfactory ;bringing you
profits, even through speculative activities . But With the beginning
of the second half expenditures may go out of your hands and speculations
are not helpful. Extreme care is necessary in every item of expenditure .
Students should work hard till 15th of the month if they want
excellent results . On Health front you should remain careful from the
fevers and injuries . You are required to make positive efforts on domestic
front to maintain peace and harmony. Period indicates possibility of
misunderstanding with spouse and partners.
Vrishaba (Taurus) : This month is very important to finalize important decisions . However Some negative planetary trends may cause delay in enterprises and general restless. You must keep some patience . Opposition will be built up against professionals and service holders .They should solve the problems very tactfully rather to buckle under any sort of pressure . Those in Business should make hard efforts to get success in any competitive situations . Financially period indicates heavy expenditures ;which mainly includes ; purchase of assets , landed property , vehicles and similar other investments . Flow of income will remain steady . As far as your health is concerned ,prompt medical attention is required practically throughout the month . Injuries , infections and fever may cause you problems . Your worries regarding health of your spouse will be cease only after the beginning of the third week.
Mithuna (Gemini) : During this month health troubles in some or other form make you worried. You must take care about your eyes. You may be susceptible to water born infections. Take care of your digestive system too .Chronic patients should take all necessary steps to prevent aggravation in their ailments .Financially the period will be more or less satisfactory . Abundant financial resources will be available to meet your heavy expenditures specially the second half. Transit also indicates possibility of gains through different enterprises. Whereas Speculative transactions will not be beneficial. As far as your period regarding occupation is concerned, enemies may try to damage your reputation but ultimately you will prove your stand. Month will be quite important and beneficial for short journeys on account of profession/job or business.
Karka (Cancer) : Changes you are anticipating over past few months now take some concrete shape . Period is very favorable from the occupational point of view . Professionals and service persons may get excellent opportunities . Business persons may enter in new ventures .The financial affairs will be quite satisfactory .You will able to settle your past financial commitments on very favorable terms .Adequate income will be available to meet your expenditure . Flow of liquid cash will remain quite good . Its a favorable period to make investments for savings, insurance or similar ventures .As far as your health is concerned only minor complaints are likely .However cardiac patients should take care .
Simha (Leo)
:Favorable planetary trends will prevail during the month and the benefit
will depend upon your efforts and ingenuity .Utilize your time to improve
your carrier . Those in business likely to receive several new offers
.Service holders will overcome from the many of the problems . With the
beginning of the second half, matters at home will be comfortable . The
financial position will remain more or less satisfactory . Expenditures on
account of vehicle , landed property & professional
improvement is indicated . Speculative transactions may also bring
some gains . On health front period is somewhat problematic .
Gastro-intestinal complaints , fever, orthopedic problems
may trigger off at any time . Chronic patients may need to take all
prophylactic measures .
Kanya (Virgo) :
You will conclude the matters which are pending since a long time . The
second half of the month indicates interaction with relatives ,kin and the
society for the sake of work . You may also undertake short and long
journeys . Time also favors spiritual and philosophical development.
Domestic scenario will be more or less peaceful. As far as financial
position is concerned ,gains from the recovery of debts ,medical -claims,
insurance and similar other ventures. At the same time transit also
indicates the possibility of huge expenditure .Speculative transactions may
yield unexpected benefits . As far as your occupation is concerned , month
is somewhat trouble some . A proper schedule is quite necessary to finish
your tasks within deadline. Work load will be quite high and time is
limited. Service holders may take a good jump despite unfavorable
circumstances. Sudden health problems may beset you , particularly
intestinal or hepatic problems . Cardiac patients must remain careful .
Tula (Libra) :
This month will be devoted to your family activities . Your main focus will
be towards children and spouse . Social contacts shall develop . Journeys
are possible on account of pleasure trips /outing . Few may get opportunity
to go overseas . Creative talents will be well appreciated and you will get
identity . Financially ,positive prospects are foreseen ; specially during
the first half . Adequate income will be available to meet your expenditures
Possibility of financial gains through partnerships . Month will be quite
good for your occupation . You will work towards better ideas and approach
will be practical . On health front you need not worry much, you may only
get health problems pertaining to digestive system and eyes .Which
could be recovered easily .
Vrischick (Scorpio) :Keep your eyes open for opportunity which when they come provides you stability in life. What so ever it may be the ; education, profession or marriage .This month you will have a heavy workload to complete within in deadline . Try to make an ideal schedule and be sincere. This will be also a time to devote your attention for improving public relations . And financially it will be a month of huge and uncontrolled expenditures on account of family matters, purchase and maintain of vehicle ,assets , construction etc. Despite few struggles on the way of your occupation you may improve very well . Projects started recently will yield you profits . Don’t hesitate to enter in new ventures . However partnership deeds should be avoided . Health wise period is not favorable until 18th of the month . Adequate care is quite necessary .
Dhanu
(Sagittarius) : Some major projects can be activated during the present
month ,especially concerned with your carrier and economy .You may
progress very fast irrespective of hindrances . Social contacts shall be
developed . You may going to make some major investments during the month
so financial pressures are likely . Keep your expenditure fully under
control . Speculative transactions within first half will bring you success
. Professionals and service persons may pass through somewhat a tough phase
,finally they will be crowned with success . However arguments must be
avoided at workplace . Business people should pay more attention
towards their customers instead of becoming excessively money minded
.General health will be O.K, however you may face some health problems due
to over stress .
Makar (Capricorn) : This will be another month of progress and prosperity . Remarkable improvements in the social contacts are foreseen . Despite a tough time for the professionals and service holders , they may progress very well . Business people may sign new contracts . Its a favorable period for all those who are in technical occupations. This month may be called excellent for money matters . Income will go up and expenditure will remain under control . Furthermore you may also get rewards like incentives , bonus and allowances .On health front ; fatigue , stomach ache, and bronchial problems are more likely .
Kumbha (Aquarius) : A profitable phase lies ahead . Projects started during this month will be long lasting . You will get benefit by working in co -operation with others. Most important tasks will be finalized without any delay . Its also a suitable time to uplift your occupation . Professionals ,service holders and businessmen concerned with the field of advertising , public relation and medical field may get good Jump . Financial prospects will be more or less favorable ; steady flow of income and controlled expenses . Gain through new enterprises is indicated . This transit is favorable for general health . Except for Cigarette smokers and alcoholics, who may face serious health problems if not controlled their habits .
Meena (Pisces) : Favorable planetary trends will continue this month too . Your primary concern will be family. Entire focus will be made on spouse , children , relatives and your closest friends . You will least bother about your occupational affairs .Professionals and service holders will feel quite relaxed during the month . And businessmen will remain satisfied even with their dull routine . Financial prospects will remain quite satisfactory indicating good prospects of income and controlled expenditure .However health of your spouse may cause you some worries .
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FESTIVALS IN MAY 2002 |
| 1/5/02 | Matsya Jayanti. |
| 4/5/02 | Chandi Homam. |
| 9/5/02 | Masha Sivratri. |
| 9/5/02 | Varha Jayanti. |
| 15/5/02 | Aksha Tritya. |
| 16/5/02 | Naga Caturthi. |
| 16/5/02 | Lingarchanam. |
| 16/5/02 | Ganapati Homam. |
| 17/5/02 | Shankar Jayanti. |
| 18/5/02 | Gangath Pathi. |
| 19/5/02 | Aprajita Devi Puja. |
| 25/5/02 | Narsimha Jayanti. |
| 26/5/02 | Sampat Gouri Vratam. |
| 26/5/02 | Budha Purnima. |
| 26/5/02 | Lakshmi Homam. |
| 30/5/02 | Navagraha Homam. |
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