Topic: puri-festival

Phulera Dooj marks the beginning of the Holi festivities in Braj. Devotees apply Gulal to Krishna and tie a Potli (bundle) of Gulal to his waist to symbolize that he is ready to play Holi in the coming days.

Mahesh Navami is the foundation day of the Maheshwari community. It is believed that on this specific day, Lord Shiva (Mahesh) freed their ancestors from a sage's curse, transforming them from hunters into a peaceful, prosperous business community.

The Asha Dashami Vrat is observed to fulfill deep desires, seek the return of lost wealth or prestige, and ensure overall peace, prosperity, and happiness within the family. It gives devotees the "hope" (Asha) that their bad days will end.

Astrology identifies the root energetic cause of an illness. For example, if a person suffers from chronic anxiety, medical astrology might identify a weak Moon. The "medicine" would then be strengthening the Moon through a Pearl gemstone, silver, or meditation.