A Hindu deity described in the Vedas and Puranas ... Forehead pendant with Sun God Surya in a chariot with attendants; Kathmandu Valley, Nepal; c. 1600–1700; Gold set with semi-precious stones ...

The second day of Chaiti Chhath Puja, known as Kharna, is being observed today. On this day, devotees observe a strict fast ...

There are 12 mantras that accompany the surya namaskar postures, which praise the different qualities of the Sun God or Surya. When surya namaskar is performed with the chant of mantras ...

One such example is Chatt Puja, where devotees in India offer prayers and offerings to the sun god, Surya, thanking him for his blessings. In this article, we'll explore such festivals that are ...

On all the twelve occasions of Sankranti, devotees worship Surya Dev, the Sun God and perform ‘daan punya’ activity as much as their social and economic stature can afford. It is believed as per Hindu ...