Remembrance of Christ's Sacrifice: Good Friday

Diwali ki Shubhkamnaye!

Diwali, yaani Deepawali, roshni ka tyohaar hai. Is din hum apne ghar ko diye aur lights se sajate hain, aur badi khushi se apne dosto aur parivaar ke saath is utsav ko manate hain. Is din hum Maa Lakshmi ki puja karte hain, jo dhan aur samriddhi ki devi hain.

Puja ka Mahatva:

Diwali ke din, sabhi log ghar mein safai karte hain aur rangoli banate hain. Yeh sab kuch Maa Lakshmi ko apne ghar bulane ke liye hota hai. Raat ko, hum diya jalate hain aur diyaon ki roshni se apne ghar ko roshan karte hain.

Arti ka Utsav:

Puja ke baad, arti karte hain. 

 भगवान गणेश की आरती-

जय गणेश, जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा।।

एकदंत, दयावन्त, चार भुजाधारी,
माथे सिन्दूर सोहे, मूस की सवारी। 
पान चढ़े, फूल चढ़े और चढ़े मेवा,
लड्डुअन का भोग लगे, सन्त करें सेवा।। ..
जय गणेश, जय गणेश, जय गणेश, देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा।।

अंधन को आंख देत, कोढ़िन को काया,
बांझन को पुत्र देत, निर्धन को माया। 
'सूर' श्याम शरण आए, सफल कीजे सेवा।। 
जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा .. 
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा। 

दीनन की लाज रखो, शंभु सुतकारी। 
कामना को पूर्ण करो जय बलिहारी।

माता लक्ष्मी की आरती-

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता, मैया जय लक्ष्मी माता

तुमको निशदिन सेवत, मैया जी को निशदिन * सेवत हरि विष्णु विधाता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

उमा, रमा, ब्रह्माणी, तुम ही जग-माता

सूर्य-चन्द्रमा ध्यावत, नारद ऋषि गाता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

दुर्गा रूप निरंजनी, सुख सम्पत्ति दाता

जो कोई तुमको ध्यावत, ऋद्धि-सिद्धि धन पाता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

तुम पाताल-निवासिनि, तुम ही शुभदाता

कर्म-प्रभाव-प्रकाशिनी, भवनिधि की त्राता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

जिस घर में तुम रहतीं, सब सद्गुण आता

सब सम्भव हो जाता, मन नहीं घबराता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

तुम बिन यज्ञ न होते, वस्त्र न कोई पाता

खान-पान का वैभव, सब तुमसे आता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

शुभ-गुण मन्दिर सुन्दर, क्षीरोदधि-जाता

रत्न चतुर्दश तुम बिन, कोई नहीं पाता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

महालक्ष्मीजी की आरती, जो कोई नर गाता

उर आनन्द समाता, पाप उतर जाता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता-2

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता, मैया जय लक्ष्मी माता

तुमको निशदिन सेवत,

मैया जी को निशदिन सेवत हरि विष्णु विधाता

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता।

हनुमान जी की आरती-

आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की। दुष्ट दलन रघुनाथ कला की।।

जाके बल से गिरिवर कांपे। रोग दोष जाके निकट न झांके।।

अनजानी पुत्र महाबलदायी। संतान के प्रभु सदा सहाई।

दे बीरा रघुनाथ पठाए। लंका जारी सिया सुध लाए।

लंका सो कोट समुद्र सी खाई। जात पवनसुत बार न लाई।

लंका जारी असुर संहारे। सियारामजी के काज संवारे।

लक्ष्मण मूर्छित पड़े सकारे। आणि संजीवन प्राण उबारे।

पैठी पताल तोरि जम कारे। अहिरावण की भुजा उखाड़े।

बाएं भुजा असुरदल मारे। दाहिने भुजा संतजन तारे।

सुर-नर-मुनि जन आरती उतारे। जै जै जै हनुमान उचारे।

कंचन थार कपूर लौ छाई। आरती करत अंजना माई।

लंकविध्वंस कीन्ह रघुराई। तुलसीदास प्रभु कीरति गाई।

जो हनुमान जी की आरती गावै। बसी बैकुंठ परमपद पावै।

आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की। दुष्ट दलन रघुनाथ कला की

Diwali ki Khushiyaan:

Is tyohaar par mithaiyan baantna, patakhe udaana aur apne dosto ke saath milkar khushiyan manane ka alag hi maza hai. Yeh tyohaar sirf roshni ka nahi, balki pyaar aur dosti ka bhi hai.

Aayiye, is Diwali par hum sab milkar ek dusre se pyaar aur samriddhi ka vachan lein.

Aap sabhi ko Diwali ki dher saari shubhkamnaye!

Habits are an integral part of our lives, they shape our actions, thoughts, and ultimately our destiny. Habits are not formed overnight, they are a result of consistent actions that we perform repeatedly. The quality of our habits determines the quality of our lives. Good habits lead to success, happiness, and fulfillment, while bad habits lead to failure, misery, and regret. Therefore, it's essential to cultivate good habits that align with our goals, aspirations, and values.

James Clear's book "Atomic Habits" is a revolutionary guide that helps individuals create small habits that can lead to big changes in their lives. The book is based on the idea that small changes can create significant results if they are done consistently over time. The author presents a practical framework that can help anyone transform their habits and create a life of success, happiness, and fulfillment. In this blog, we will discuss some of the key concepts of the book and how they can be applied in real life.

The Four Laws of Behavior Change

The author presents four laws of behavior change that can help individuals create good habits and break bad ones. The four laws are:

1. Make it obvious
2. Make it attractive
3. Make it easy
4. Make it satisfying

Making it obviously means that individuals should make their habits visible and clear. They should create a visual cue that reminds them of their habits. For example, if someone wants to drink more water, they can place a water bottle on their desk or carry it with them wherever they go. This will remind them to drink more water throughout the day.

Making it attractive means that individuals should make their habits appealing and rewarding. They should associate their habits with something positive that they enjoy. For example, if someone wants to exercise more, they can listen to their favorite music while working out or reward themselves with a healthy snack after the workout.

Making it easy means that individuals should make their habits simple and effortless. They should break down their habits into small and manageable tasks. For example, if someone wants to read more books, they can start by reading one page a day and gradually increase it over time.

Making it satisfying means that individuals should make their habits fulfilling and enjoyable. They should feel good after completing their habits. For example, if someone wants to meditate more, they can focus on the benefits of meditation such as reducing stress and increasing focus. This will make them feel satisfied and motivated to continue their habit.

The Four Laws of Behavior Change is a powerful framework that can help individuals create good habits and break bad ones. By following these laws, individuals can make their habits visible, appealing, simple, and fulfilling. This will make it easier for them to stick to their habits and create lasting changes in their lives.

The Power of Small Habits

The author emphasizes the power of small habits and how they can lead to significant changes in our lives. He argues that small habits are more sustainable than big ones because they are easier to maintain and require less willpower. Small habits can also create momentum that can lead to bigger changes over time. For example, if someone wants to lose weight, they can start by cutting out one unhealthy food item from their diet and gradually increase it over time. This will create a small habit that can lead to significant weight loss over time.

The author also emphasizes the importance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome. He argues that individuals should focus on the daily actions that lead to their desired outcomes rather than the outcomes themselves. By focusing on the process, individuals can enjoy the journey and create sustainable changes in their lives.  

Conclusion

In conclusion, James Clear's book "Atomic Habits" is a powerful guide that can help individuals create small habits that lead to significant changes in their lives. The four laws of behavior change, the power of small habits, the 1% rule, and the importance of identity are some of the key concepts discussed in the book. By following these concepts, individuals can create sustainable habits that align with their goals, aspirations, and values. Habits are not formed overnight, they require consistent actions and effort over time. However, by focusing on small habits and making them a part of our identity, we can create lasting changes in our lives and achieve success, happiness, and fulfillment.

Good Friday is a day of remembrance of the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who died on the cross for the sins of mankind. It is a day of reflection and contemplation on the meaning and significance of Christ's sacrifice, which continues to inspire and guide millions of people around the world.

The story of Christ's sacrifice begins with his betrayal by Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples, who handed him over to the authorities for a sum of thirty pieces of silver. Christ was then tried by the Jewish high priest, Caiaphas, and the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate, who found him guilty of blasphemy and sentenced him to death by crucifixion.

Christ was then flogged, mocked, and forced to carry his own cross to the place of his execution, a hill called Golgotha or Calvary. There, he was nailed to the cross and left to die alongside two criminals.

As he hung on the cross, Christ endured unimaginable physical and emotional pain, but he did not waver in his faith or his love for humanity. Instead, he prayed for his persecutors, forgave his enemies, and offered salvation to a thief who had been crucified alongside him.

Finally, after six hours on the cross, Christ cried out "It is finished" and gave up his spirit, fulfilling his mission to atone for the sins of humanity and reconcile us with God.

The significance of Christ's sacrifice cannot be overstated. It represents the ultimate act of selflessness, love, and obedience to God. It shows us that even in the face of unbearable suffering and injustice, we can choose to respond with grace, forgiveness, and compassion.

Moreover, Christ's sacrifice provides us with a path to salvation and eternal life. Through his death and resurrection, he conquered sin and death and opened the way for us to be reconciled with God and to inherit the kingdom of heaven.

But the message of Good Friday is not just about the past or the future. It is also about the present, and how we can live our lives in response to Christ's sacrifice.

One lesson we can draw from Christ's example is the importance of humility and service. He washed his disciples' feet, healed the sick, and fed the hungry, demonstrating that true greatness lies in serving others and putting their needs before our own.

Another lesson is the power of forgiveness. Christ forgave his persecutors and offered salvation to a thief who had lived a life of crime. By doing so, he showed us that forgiveness is not just a matter of letting go of our own anger and resentment, but also of extending compassion and mercy to those who have wronged us.

Finally, Christ's sacrifice teaches us the value of faith and hope in the face of adversity. He trusted in God's plan, even as he faced betrayal, torture, and death. His faith and hope sustained him and gave him the strength to endure the most painful ordeal imaginably.

On Good Friday, we are called to remember and honor Christ's sacrifice, but also to reflect on how we can apply its lessons to our own lives. We can strive to live with humility and service, to forgive those who have wronged us, and to have faith and hope in the face of adversity.

In conclusion, Good Friday is a day of remembrance, reflection, and inspiration. It reminds us of the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus Christ, and the lessons we can draw from his example. May we all strive to live with the same selflessness, love, and obedience to God that he exemplified on the cross.