Sloka By Lord Brahma On Lord Vishnu

The following is a sloka that was sung by Lord Brahma in praise of Lord Vishnu, according to a version of the Ramayana :-

Indraneelabhum paramindira manohara mandiravakshasthalum

vandhyamanandhodhayum

valsslanjachanavalasam padapankajabhakthavalsam

samasthalokolsavam salsevithum

merusannibhakiridodhyal kundalamukthaharakeyuramgada

kadakakadisuuthra

valayaamguliiyakaadhyakhila vibhushanakalithakallebharum

kamalamanohara

The above sloka that praises Lord Vishnu and requests for his infinite compassion to be shown on us. This sloka is apt for any Lord Vishnu/Krishna bhaktha to start their daily prayer and can be used as a 'dhyana sloka'. 

Panchagavya - Preparation & Uses Of The Holy Cow's Gifts

Panchagavya is an important component of many rituals and poojas. It is the mixture of 5 (pancha-) elements obtained from cows. The cow is considered to be very holy according to Hinduism. It is said that more than 33 crore gods exist in the body of a cow and hence prostrating before a cow is equivalent to praying to all these gods.

Panchagavya is used for abhisekha in many major temples during certain rituals. Panchagavya is also used to treat some severe diseases after empowering the panchagavya with suitable mantras. The constituents of panchagavya have the ability to trap tremendous positive mantra energy and hence becomes much more effective than water empowered with mantras. Panchagavya is even being used in organic farming methods to enrich the soil and protect plants. (the agricultural mixture includes jaggery,banana,etc also)

The constituents of Panchagavya are - dung, urine and milk from the cow, along with ghee and curd. Individually these components have significant therapeutic effects and are utilized in ayurveda system of medicine.

Cow dung is said to have anti-septic and anti-fungal properties and is hence used to treat skin diseases. Cow's urine is used to treat stomach disorders in kids. The benefits of ghee, curd and milk are quite well-known and hence i presume it doesn't need further explanation. Though these products are all individually effective and useful, together they become exponentially better.

The ratio for the preparation of panchagavya is fixed on the quantity of cow dung that is taken.The ratio of the other components are as follows :-

                  cow's urine = cow dung  x 2  

ghee (from cow's milk) = cow dung x 4

curd (from cow's milk) = cow dung x 5

                     cow's milk = cow dung x 16

Kubera Sloka - For Wealth and Prosperity

Everyone is frantically in search of a way to make more money. The scriptures proclaim that Lord Kubera is the God of wealth. Hence Lord Kubera needs to be pleased to fulfill your requirements for more wealth and prosperity. The sloka given below may be chanted 512 times daily for 21 continuous days as a form of saadhana to appease Lord Kubera and hence get his blessings.

Om manuja vahya vimana varasthitham

garuda rathnnibhum nidhinayakum

shivasaghum makudadi vibhushithum

varagadhe dhadhathum bhaja thundilum

Benefits Of Different Abhisheka

The ritual of 'abhisheka' (showering) of the deities idol is one that is seen in almost every temple. The abhisheka ritual is of great significance and can help a devotee who is facing problems. Various items are used for the abhisheka of the idols depending on the purpose and regional beliefs. The following is a generalized list of some of the specific benefits of doing abhisheka with the mentioned items.

Water - To purify the soul and to remove all evil thoughts from the mind
Oil - To have respect/devotion to god and parents
Turmeric powder- To usher in prosperity to the household
Milk - To reduce anger/frustrations and get peace of mind
Curd - To enhance health
Ghee/Butter - To have a wholesome life
Rosewater - To get fame
Bhasma/Vibhuti - To gain knowledge/wisdom
Panchamritha - To atone for all sins
Tender coconut water - To beget good children

You may gain the specified benefit of the abhisheka by praying in front of the idol while it is done in the temples also.

Please do add any extra info regarding 'abhisheha' in the comments. Om

The 14 Lokas/Worlds Of Hinduism

In many Hindu scriptures there are 14 worlds/levels that are generally talked about. They are divided into two groups of seven each. The first group is said to be above earth,i.e, related to human elements directly. While the second group is said to be part of the nether world,i.e, below the earth. I would like to clarify that the word 'level' does not mean status here and is instead used as a  means to physically represent these various worlds (like the levels/floors of a building). The names of the worlds are given below along with the name of the deity/element who accommodates that level.


Bhuvarloka - Sky/Akaash
Swarloka - Lord Indra
Maharloka - Lord Vishnu
Janarloka - Humans
Thapoloka - Saints/Sages
Satyaloka - Lord Brahma


Athathala - Vala the son of Lord Yama
Vithala - Lord Paramashiva
Suthala - King Mahabali
Rasathala - Asuras /Demons
Thalathala - Mayamayi
Mahathala - Sarpa
Pathala - Naga


Please do share any extra information regarding this topic, in the comments.