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Is it bad if a diya goes off? This is a frequently asked question among people who light the evening lamp or diya regularly in their puja room. Cultivating the attitude 'Everything is Divine Prasad', which embodies Prasada Bhakti , is a good way to minimise negative thoughts with regard to one's way of worship.  When we light the lamp in our homes, imagine you are sending out divine love to the world.  When you burn the incense stick, imagine you are burning away all negative karma within each family member and offering it before your Ishta Devata. [READ: How To Light Deepam at Home and  Why Malayalis Light Nilavilaku ]                                                     [Image by Sachin Yadav @ Pixabay] What Happens When A Diya Goes Off? Many consider it as a 'bad omen'. For a devotee who worships Ishta Devata, everything represents Divine Gra...

Krishnapuram Palace near Kayamkulam: I was travelling with my family after offering prayers at the famous Ochira Parabramham temple. A family friend from Kollam insisted that we should visit the 18th century Krishnapuram Palace that was a temporary dwelling place of the Tranvancore kings. And that is how we came to the Krishnapuram Palace near Kayamkulam. One of the first stunning sights that caught my attention was this beautiful artistic depiction of Bhagawan Sri Krishna in a mural painting.  [ READ: Story of Krishna and a Thief & Why Chant Ramayana  ] What is the speciality of Krishnapuram Palace? Unique Kerala architecture, magnificent sword, stunning works of art, megalithic remains, wooden art pieces and stunning coins collectio are highlights of the Krishnapuram Palace, among other things.  Built in typical Kerala style, it was a pleasure to walk across the 16 kettu or ' Pathinaarukettu'   palace with four 'Nadumuttom' or open central court yards and the ...