World Earth Day 2026 Special: 22 April is celebrated as Earth Day across the world. Meaning, it is not just a formal event but also a day to increase awareness and responsibility towards the earth. Earth Day gives us the message of conservation and balance of the earth.

Earth gave us water and life, but in modern times, environmental crisis has become a deep crisis not only for mankind but also for the earth. Therefore, especially at this time on World Earth Day, it becomes very important to understand the importance of the Earth.

We should learn the importance of the earth and its conservation from the ancient texts of Sanatan Dharma, Vedas and Puranas. Because thousands of years ago, the scriptures have taught us to respect and protect the Earth by considering it as ‘Mother’. From Atharva Veda to Vishnu Purana, the glory of the earth is described in many scriptures.

What is Atharva Veda (What is Atharva Veda)

Atharvaveda is the fourth and last Veda among the four Vedas of Hinduism, which is also called ‘Brahmaveda’ or ‘Bhaishajya Veda’. Sage Atharva and Rishi Angira are considered its creators. Atharvaveda contains about 6,000 mantras, 20 kandas and more than 730 suktas. This Veda is mainly considered to be a storehouse of practical knowledge related to daily life, medicine, herbs and society.

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Importance of Earth from Atharvaveda to Puranas

“Mata Bhoomi: Putroham Prithivya:“(Atharvaveda 12.1.12)

In ‘Prithvi Sukta’ of Atharvaveda, earth has been seen as the life-giving mother. This mantra of Atharveda shows the deep connection between man and earth. It is said in it that the Earth is our mother and we are her sons, that is, protecting it is our supreme duty.

“Samudravasane Devi Parvatastanamandale.
Vishnupatni namastubhyam padasparsham kshasva mein.”

This is a morning prayer dedicated to Mother Earth, in which the Earth is considered to be a goddess. Earth has been described as the ‘sustaining’ and ‘sustaining life’ power. In this prayer, the earth is considered a goddess and forgiveness is sought from her, which shows the deep respect for nature in Sanatan culture.

Religious verses based on earth- In our ancient texts, Prithvi (Earth) has been considered as mother, patience, protection and the basis of life, many beautiful verses related to which are found. Especially the Prithvi Sukta of Atharvaveda is quite famous. See here some important verses based on earth and nature-

• “Mother Bhoomi: Putroham Prithivya.” Atharva Veda (Prithvi Sukta)
• “Yasyan Samudra Ut Sindhurapo, Yasyamannam krishtayah sambabhuvuh.” Atharva Veda (Prithvi Sukta)
• “Vishvambhara Vasudhani Pratistha Hiranyavaksha Jagato Nishveshni.” Atharvaveda
• “Bhumirbhumna Dhritaloka Devi Tvam Vishnu Dhrita.” Vishnu Purana

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War and Attack: Tension is going on between India and Pakistan. After the incident of Pahalgam, anger among the countrymen is at its peak. Conditions like war are being created between the two countries, but do you know what astrology says about war and attack on the enemy?

Before a big campaign in kings and emperors and priests were asked about the auspicious time before the war. In many scriptures, information about war Muhurta and Vijay Mantra is given. The Mahabharata, Brihat Samhita, war elements and astrological texts describe the principle and Muhurta of victory over the enemy.

Since ancient times, there has been a tradition of seeing almanac and Muhurta for such circumstances in Sanatan Dharma, Lord Ram himself used to study the almanac.

How is the situation of war formed?
‘Religion Rakshati Rakshit:’ This is the basic principle of ethics. When there is loss of religion and unrighteousness increases, then there is a war. According to the scripture, other reasons have also been told for this, which are as follows-

Violation of Rajdharma (Manusmriti Chapter 7)

Encroachment of rights

Ego and expansionism of kings

Religious and cultural conflict

The root cause of war in Mahabharata was the victory of religion over unrighteousness. Lord Krishna chose the war as the last solution after every level of diplomacy.

In astrology, the condition of war and the signs of defeating the enemy is told, Brihat Samhita (Varahamihira), Chapter 44 in ‘Warning’
Which signs are considered favorable for war or invasion? It has been discussed about it. According to astrology, the conditions of war are created in these situations.

When the moon is weak, the enemy is weak. At the same time, when Rahu and Ketu are in 6, 8, 12 house in the horoscope, then the enemy has mental and secret effects. If Mars is in 3 or 6 house, it reflects valor and increases courage, it makes it easier to defeat the enemy. Along with this, if there is a condition of enemy planets in the condition and inner state, then no one can stop success in war.

Auspicious time of war and attack
The best date and yoga for war have been described in ethics. The date of Saptami, Dashami, Trayodashi victory of Shukla Paksha is considered.
Visakha, Uttarabhadrapada, Punarvasu, Anuradha Nakshatra are considered auspicious for Rajkarya and invasion.

The day of Tuesday (Tuesday) is considered good for war. If the moon is in the tenth or eleventh house, then the enemy is conquered. The scriptures have also been told about auspicious yoga according to the almanac for war. Siddha Yoga, Amrit Yoga, Shobhan Yoga, are considered to be the best for war. At the same time, if the scriptures are to be believed, then war and Hamal should be postponed in Bhadra, death, Vajra Yoga.

Before the war, the study of the date, yoga, and the conditions of the planets has been going on since the Mahabharata period. Determination of war muhurat in Mahabharata
Lord Krishna started the war by looking at the calculation of the almanac.

This is the reason that the war of Mahabharata took place on Ekadashi date of Shukla Paksha of Margashirsha month. God preached the Gita to Arjuna before sunrise.

Talking about the position of the planets before the war, Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, Bhishma Parv, Brihat Samhita is clearly said that the Moon and Mars should be strong, Rahu-Ketu should be in the lagna of the enemy side.

Regarding the victory strategy in astrology, the Kalvivek Tantra says that ‘Know the first time of the war, look at the horoscope of the enemy, look at the condition of your soldiers, and then attack.

To defeat the enemy, one should study the condition of low planets in the enemy’s horoscope, after which Mars, Saturn, Surya Balwan and the lord of the 6th house should be visible from the strong and auspicious planets in their own horoscope.

War and victory are possible not only by weapons, but knowledge of time and scripture. Astrological war policy can still be used in strategic strategy if it is associated with intelligence, religion and policy.