The fast of Karva Chauth is kept by Hindu women for the well-being, prosperity and longevity of their husbands. The origin of this festival is based upon a very sweet and noble idea. In earlier times, girls would get married at a very young age, and had to go and live with their in-laws in other villages far away from their own parents. If she had any problems with her husband or in-laws, she would have no one to talk to or seek support from.Read More>>> |
Astrology and Gemstone Venus: Western: Blue or pink sapphire (padparadschah sapphire, hyacinth zircon, chrysoprase, copper); Vedic: Diamond (zircon, quartz, topaz, white sapphire). Venus stones should be free of opaque patches. Mars: Western: Diamond (red garnet, star ruby, hematite, red coral); Vedic: Red coral (carnelian, bloodstone).
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Saturday, October 11, 2008
Karva Chauth
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