In this episode of Chants of India Podcast, listen to the significance the festival of Kartik Ekadashi and the marriage of Tulasi Plant (Tulasi Vivaha). You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

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24: Kartik Ekadashi and Tulasi Vivaha

Listen to narration of Ganapati Atharvashirsha stortam by Sriram for Chants of India Podcast. You can subscribe Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts, Google podcasts, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh and other fine apps and sites where you can listen to podcasts. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

23: Ganapati Atharvashirsha Stotra

This is the prayer to the ten forms of Lord Vishnu (Dashavataras)The ten avatars of Vishnu are: Matsya (fish), Kurma (Tortoise), Varaha (Boar), Narasimha (Half Lion and Half Man),Vaman (The dwarf ), Parashuram, Ram, Krishna, Buddha, and Kalki. It is said that Lord Vishnu took ten Avataars on Earth to destroy evils and bring peace and prosperity on earth. The first four avatars (Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha) appeared in Satya Yuga, the next three in Treta Yuga (Vaman, Parashuram)the next two in Dwapar Yug  (Krishna, Buddha) and the Tenth in Kal Yug (Kalki). This rendition was narrated by Sriram for Chants of India Podcast by Sriram and produced by gaatha story. Cover Image - Ten Avatars of Vishnu by Raja Ravi Varma, sourced from Wikipedia.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

22: Dashavatara Stotram (Ten Avatars of Vishnu)

On occasion of Diwali, listen to a chanting about Goddess Lakshmi - Ashta Lakshmi. This is a chant from Rigveda Samhita. These eight forms are : Adi Lakshmi (Maha Lakshmi) Dhana Lakshmi (Bestower of wealth) Dhanya Lakshmi (Bestower of Agricultural Wealth) Gaja Lakshmi (Power of Royalty) Vara Lakshmi (Bestower of boons) Santana Lakshmi (Bestower of Progeny) Vijaya Lakshmi (Bestower of Success) Vidya Lakshmi (Bestower of Knowledge) Also listen to chanting of Sri Suktam by Sriram. You may hear fireworks in the background, we have left them as it is to add the mood for the season.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

Celebrating Diwali - Eight Forms of Lakshmi

This day is also known as Vijayadashmi. a. Durga Devi in the form of Mahishasur Mardini slayed the demon Mahishasur b. Rama Killed Ravan on this day. c. Pandavas returned to their kingdom Virat after their exile. Significance of Vijayadashmi Nine days of Navaratri are divided into three parts, each representing  Tamas, Rajas, Satva First three days represent Tamas: Goddess is fierce and in the form of Durga and Kali. Next three days are related to Goddess Laxmi  : Materialistic oriented. Last Three days are dedicated to Goddesss Saraswati- Reading, learning and enlightenment. On the day of Vijayadashmi, it is said that we have conquered all these qualities, we participated in these days, but overcame and did not give in. Dussera also is symbolic of the ten headed Ravana- each head representing one bad quality or ill. These qualities are:  Kama (lust), Krodha (anger), Moha (attraction), Lobha (greed), Madaa (over pride), Matsara (jealously), Swartha(selfishness), Anyaya (injustice), Amanavata(cruelty) and Ahankara (ego). Also listen to two verses from Mahishasura Mardini Stotra.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

21: Significance of Dussera or Dussehra

Siddhi means perfection. Goddess Siddhidatri has four hands, and wields a gada (mace) and chakra (wheel) in her right hands had a shakha (conch) and lotus in her left hands. She rides a tiger, and is known to be a perfectionist. She governs planet Ketu. Devi can grant 18 types of Sindhis that humans desire for their betterment. In addition she can also grant 26 other types of wishes. It is said that when Lord Rudra (Shiva) worshipped the Adi Shakti or energy, she appeared in the form of Goddess Siddhidatri.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

20: Navaratri Special- Day 9- Siddhi Datri Devi

Maha Gauri is the symbol of purity and serenity. She has three eyes, four arms, and rides a bull. She is the ruler of Planet Rahu- who governs all desires. This episode was published during Navaratri by Chants of India Podcast, and has been narrated by Sriram.  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

19: Navratri Special- Maha Gauri (Day 8)

नवरात्रि के इस पर्व के लिए हिंदी सम्वादो के साथ देवी के स्तोत्रों को प्रस्तुत किया है चैंट्स ऑफ़ इंडिया बाय श्रीराम पॉडकास्ट द्वारा। ये श्लोक देवी माहात्म्य या दुर्गा शप्तशती से हैं। आप Apple पॉडकास्ट, Google पॉडकास्ट, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh और अन्य ठीक-ठाक ऐप और साइट्स पर चैंट्स ऑफ़ इंडिया बाय श्रीराम पॉडकास्ट को सुन सकते हैं। अधिक जानने के लिए, https://indianchants.xyz पर जाएं  You can listen to Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hdWRpb2Jvb20uY29tL2NoYW5uZWxzLzQ5ODY2NzcucnNz) , Jio Saavn, Spotify, (https://open.spotify.com/show/4GsYsC95h1wdNCsWHFUxeT) Castbox (https://castbox.fm/channel/Chants-of-India-by-Sriram-id2004897) , Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/gaatha-podcasts/chants-of-india-by-sriram) , Radio Public (https://radiopublic.com/chants-of-india-by-sriram-GZbRRv) , and other fine sites and apps where you listen to your favourite shows. Music: Sitar by Leonardoarena. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

18: Chants of India- देवी माहात्म्य या दुर्गा शप्तशती श्लोक

Kaalaratri Devi is the destroyer of darkness within. She is an incarnation of Goddess Parvati and is said to have destroyed the demons Shumbha, Nishumbha, and Raktabeeja. She controls Lord Shani and also Sahastrachakra (the seventh ckahra, situated in the head). Her ride is a donkey, she is dark in complexion, and carries a sword and an iron hook. She controls the last milestone of human evolution, and is also known as Goddess Shubhankari.  This episode was published during Navaratri by Chants of India Podcast, and has been narrated by Sriram.  You can subscribe Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts, Google podcasts, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh and other fine apps and sites where you can listen to podcasts. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz

17: Navaratri Special - Day 7- Kaalaratri Devi

Katyayini Devi is the sixth form of Devi or Goddess. She is a warrior goddess, and is known to protect the principles of Dharma and Satya. She rides a lion, has three eyes and four hands. She rules the adya chakra (the spot between the two eyes)- the centre of clarity and wisdom.

16: Navaratri Special- Day 6- Katyayini Devi

On the fifth day of Navaratri Festival, we worship Devi Skandamata. She is the Goddess responsible for action and activity. The represents icchaskakti (the power of intention), gyanshakti (the power of knowledge) and krisyashakti (the power of action). Devi Parvati in this form is the mother of Skanda (Kartikeya), and she is called Skandamata.  This episode was published during Navaratri by Chants of India Podcast, and has been narrated by Sriram.  You can subscribe Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google podcasts, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh and other fine apps and sites where you can listen to podcasts. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz (https://indianchants.xyz/)

15: Navaratri Special : Skandamata Devi (Parvati)

On Fourth Day of Navaratri Festival, we worship the Devi in the form of Maa Kushmanda Devi. The word Ku means a little, Ushma means warmth or energy's nd Anda means an Egg (In this case, the Cosmic Egg from which the Universe is said to have evolved). Listen to this stotra in honour of Devi Kushmanda, narrated by Sriram. This episode was produced by gaatha story for Chants of India by Sriram Podcast. You can subscribe Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google podcasts, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh and other fine apps and sites where you can listen to podcasts. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz (https://indianchants.xyz/)

14: Navaratri Special- Kushmanda Devi Stotra

This is the chanting ot Devis - composed by sage Markandeya. This is in praise of Devi and invokes her various forms - the slayer of the demons Mahishasur, Shumbha Nishumbha, one who showers success, victory and success. Also praised are her Chandika avataar. This episode was published during Navaratri by Chants of India Podcast, and has been narrated by Sriram.  You can subscribe Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google podcasts, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh and other fine apps and sites where you can listen to podcasts. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz (https://indianchants.xyz/)

13: Navaratri Special - Devi Aragala Stortam (Chants of Devi)

Devi who represents supreme bliss and showers peace and prosperity. This episode was produced by gaatha story and Narrated by Sriram for Chants of India by Sriram Podcast. You can subscribe Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google podcasts, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh and other fine apps and sites where you can listen to podcasts. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz (https://indianchants.xyz/)

12: Navratri Special Day 3 - Chandraghanta Devi

On occasion of second day of Navaratri Festival, we pray to Devi (Goddess) Brahmacharini.     This episode was published during Navaratri by Chants of India Podcast, and has been narrated by Sriram.  You can subscribe Chants of India by Sriram on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chants-of-india-by-sriram/id1451162627?mt=2&uo=4&ls=1) , Google podcasts, Spotify, Headfone, Hubhopper, Storiyoh and other fine apps and sites where you can listen to podcasts. To learn more, visit https://indianchants.xyz (https://indianchants.xyz/)

11: Second Day of Navaratri - Praying to Devi Brahmacharini

Have you ever wondered why a particular Mantra has to be chanted at a specific time of the day? Or why do we pray to a God or Goddess on a particular day of the week? Or what is the significance the auspicious days in the Hindu calendar, and how they are to be celebrated? Through Chants of India by Sriram, a new podcast by gaatha story, your host Sriram will help you in understanding the significance of selected chants from the Vedas. Discover how positive energies can be chaneled in our every day life, through chanting of these Mantras. Visit gaathastory.com to learn more about our other podcasts including Baalgatha, Myths, Legends and Fairytales of India, and MyKitaab.

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