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Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: 5 major life-changing lessons to learn from Lord Ganesha

Ganesh Chaturthi 2021: The grand festival Ganesh Chaturthi begins today. To celebrate the birth of the elephant-headed lord, the auspicious festival is observed across India every year. Lord Ganesha is believed to be the God of wisdom and wealth.

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The grand festival Ganesh Chaturthi begins today. To celebrate the birth of the elephant-headed lord, the auspicious festival is observed across India every year. Lord Ganesha is believed to be the God of wisdom and wealth. This Hindu festival is observed for 10-11 days and falls in the Bhadra month.

This year, the festival starts on September 10 and will end on September 21. the 11-day long celebration is known as Ganesh Mahotsav. Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the major festivals of Maharashtra and is also widely celebrated in states like Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, and Gujarat.

Ganesha is also known as Gajanana, Vighnaharta, and Vinayaka. He is given farewell on Anant Chaturdashi and devotees immerse idols in water bodies like lakes or rivers.

On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi 2021, here are 5 life lessons to learn from Lord Ganesha:

Be respectful towards your parents:

You might have heard about the story of a challenge given to Ganesha and his brother Kartikeya by Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Their parents asked them to run around the world three times and whoever wins would get a fruit that would give them immortality and supreme wisdom. Lord Kartikeya left on his vehicle, a peacock. Ganesha instead ran around his parents three times and said that they are his world.

One must forgive those who are guilty:

Once Lord Ganesha was mocked by the moon for overeating and bloating. It infuriated Ganesha and he cursed the moon that it will not be visible to anyone from that moment of time. However, Ganesha forgave him after the moon felt guilty and apologised. Ganesha could not take the curse back and reduced it by saying the moon will be invisible once a month.

Never give up:

When Vyasa asked Ganesha to write Mahabharata, he agreed on the condition that he would keep writing non-stop. The two sat down to write but Lord Ganesha’s pen broke while he was still writing. Lord Ganesha broke one of his tusks and continued writing the epic. He sacrificed his own tusk to finish the task that was assigned to him. This inspiring story also teaches sacrifice.

Duty should not be compromised:

Once Goddess Parvati asked his son Ganesha to stand outside and guard her while she took bath. When Lord Shiva came, despite the fact that He is his father, Ganesha stopped him at the entrance. His father got enraged at cut off his head. Even though Ganesha lost his head, he never gave up on his duty.

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Your self-respect matters:

Lord Ganesha was once tricked into taking care of Swarglok as other deities were embarrassed by his elephant head. After realising the truth, He made a clever plan. Ganesha sent his rat, Gajasur, to dig up the roads that lead to Goddess Laxmi’s abode. The deities failed to proceed further and called for help. A farmer who was crossing by the road decided to help the deities. He chanted Lord Ganesha’s name and pulled out the carriage stuck in the first attempt. He explained Lord Ganesha’s is the Remover of Obstacles. This made the deities realise their mistake and they apologised to Lord Ganesha.

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Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Eid Mubarak pictures, greetings, cards, quotes and images

As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close with the sighting of the crescent moon and the month-long fasting from sunrise to sunset comes to an end, Eid-ul-Fitr, the first day of the month of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar, is celebrated with much enthusiasm.

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The joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr is finally here as most of the Indian states are celebrating one of the most important Muslim festivals today on April 11 upon sighting of the crescent moon on April 10. Festivities are in air as Muslims gear up to celebrate the special occasion, eagerly anticipating the joyful reunions with family and friends, the delectable feasts shared with loved ones, and the heartfelt prayers offered in gratitude for the blessings of the past month.

Every Muslim household is decorated beautifully with lanterns, twinkling lights and flowers on this day with people dressing up in their best of clothes to meet relatives and friends and wish them Eid Mubarak! Not to mention the elaborate meal spread consisting of biryani, haleem, kebabs, sheer khurma, meethi sevaiyan that will be enjoyed with family, served to guests and also distributed to poor and needy. Children of the household receive Eidi, a gift or cash from elders in the family.

As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close with the sighting of the crescent moon and the month-long fasting from sunrise to sunset comes to an end, Eid-ul-Fitr, the first day of the month of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar, is celebrated with much enthusiasm.

Eid Mubarak Quotes

Let us be grateful to Allah for all the love, happiness, compassion and peace we receive throughout these challenging times. Eid Mubarak.

 Eid ul Adha is not only about sacrificing an animal before sacrificing, we have to put a knife on your pride, your selfishness, and your ego as well, and slater the animals living inside your heart, our brain, our thoughts and personality, so we can achieve the real meaning of Eid ul Adha, may Allah accept all our good deeds and sacrifice. Happy Eid.

Ask God all you need, Wish you a happy Eid

Let our religions unite us for human kindness rather than dividing us on what we believe. Eid Mubarak.

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Happy Easter 2024: Political leaders extend greetings to nation for peace and unity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes on the occasion of Easter on Sunday and expressed his hope that the message of renewal and optimism associated with the occasion would resonate widely.

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Easter also known as Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion on Good Friday. This Christian festival symbolises the victory of life over death .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes on the occasion of Easter on Sunday and expressed his hope that the message of renewal and optimism associated with the occasion would resonate widely. PM Modi took to X and posted that May this day inspire us all to come together, fostering unity and peace. He wished everyone a joyful Easter.

President Droupadi Murmu also greeted the people on Easter and highlighted the occasion of celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, promotes the spirit of love, hope and universal fraternity. President Droupadi Murmu took to X and posted Easter greetings to all, especially to our Christian brothers and sisters! This pious occasion of celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, promotes the spirit of love, hope, and universal fraternity. May the teachings of Jesus Christ lead us onto the path of peace and harmony.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge took to X and wrote we extend our warmest greetings on the joyous occasion of Easter. The eternal significance of Jesus Christ’s resurrection is that truth triumphs over evil and compassion overcomes hatred. May the festivities strengthen the bonds of unity, amity and fraternity amongst our people and herald a brighter future.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to X and posted Happy Easter! As you celebrate Easter Sunday with your loved ones, may joy, peace, and hope illuminate the path ahead.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took to X to extend greetings on Easter and wrote Greetings and best wishes to everyone on the joyous occasion of Easter. May this revered day bring new beginnings, hopes and harmony in your life.

Union Minister Kiren Rijju took to X and posted Happy and Blessed Easter to all! Wishing everyone peace, joy and unity.

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Good Friday 2024: PM Modi, Mallikarjun Kharge and Mamata Banerjee extend greetings

Good Friday is celebrated as the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion. Devotees attend church services on Good Friday and observe fasting, abstinence, readings centred on the events of Jesus’s crucifixion.

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Good Friday is observed on Friday preceding Easter Sunday. It is primarily commemorated to honour the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his subsequent death at Cavalry. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes on the occasion of Good Friday.

He remembered the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and underscoring lessons of compassion and forgiveness it imparts. He took to X and posted that today, on Good Friday, we remember the profound sacrifice of Jesus Christ. May everyone find lessons of compassion and forgiveness it teaches us.

Union Minister Kiren Rijju also took to X on the occasion and wrote on the auspicious occasion of Good Friday, let’s remember the supreme sacrifice and love that guides us towards compassion, love, forgiveness and unity. May this Good Friday be a time of reflection, renewal, and grace for all.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also joined in and wrote wishing all my Christian Brothers and Sisters a graceful & blessed Good Friday. May this holy day of penance, prayers and Sacrifice inspire us all to live a life of compassion, love and peace.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge wrote wishing you all a blessed Good Friday. May the spirit of compassion, forgiveness, sacrifice and empathy keep guiding our path. Let us imbibe the spirit of humanity, kindness, and peace, amongst us.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took to X and wrote May this Good Friday enrich your lives with love, and enlighten your path with compassion and kindness.

Across the nation, Good Friday was marked by prayers and processions depicting the Stations of the Cross, symbolising the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.  According to reports, devotees in Thiruvanthpuram participated in a procession to Saint Joseph’s Cathedral, with Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor among those in attendance.

The observance of Good Friday holds significant importance in the Christian faith, marking the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ at Calvary. It serves as the beginning of Easter weekend, a time of reflection, renewal, and grace for millions around the world.

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