Angaraka Loka, Abode of Mangala, Mars. Angaraka Loka Katha, Story of Angaraka Loka, Mahatmyam of Angaraka Loka. In Puranas, Vedas, Angaraka Loka is mentioned.
Named after a British Army officer who served as the political agent for Kathiawar in the 1880s, Watson Museum was the result of joint efforts by the erstwhile rulers of Kathiawar and the gentry who wanted to acknowledge the services of the officer.
Celebrated on the fourteenth tithi of the Kartik Krishna Paksha is Naraka Chaturdashi or Chhoti Diwali, which falls on November 3 this year. The second day in the five day festivity of Diwali, Naraka Chaturdashi is the day the evil asura king Narakasura was slayed.
Tuesday prayers: Check out the Mantras dedicated to Mangal or planet Mars Updated Jan 19, 2021 | 06:45 IST
There are specific Mantras dedicated to each of the deities and the planets that people can chant to seek blessings. Today is a Mangalwar, and you may chant the Mantras dedicated to Mangal. Read on to know more Pic credit: Pixabay. Tuesday prayers: Check out the Mantras dedicated to Mangal
Key Highlights
Tuesdays or Mangalwar are ruled by planet Mars (Mangal Graha)
The colour red is associated with Mangal
Tuesdays in Hindi are referred to as Mangalwar, a day ruled by Mangal, meaning planet Mars. Though a devotee can worship any God/Goddess whenever he/she wishes to, certain days are particularly meant for praying to a specific deity. For instance, Mondays are dedicated to Lord Shiva and Chandra (Som or the Moon God). Similarly, Tuesdays are dedicated to Lord Hanuman, Lord Ganesha and Mangal Griha (Mars).