Celebrating Diwali
The celebration of Diwali lasts six days, beginning on the 12th day of the month of Kartik (as per the North Indian lunar calendar). The day before Diwali, in order …
The Links between Buddhism and Hinduism
If you’re practicing either Buddhism or Hinduism, you cannot deny that there are links that connect the two faiths. My mother told me that a lot of Hinduism’s teachings do …
The Tradition of Lights in Diwali
Diwali is the festival of lights lit by people to mark their happiness and festive mood. So common is the tradition of decorating your premise with lights that on a …
Reincarnation in Hinduism
Hindus support the belief that when a person dies physically his Atma (soul?)lives on and either takes on a new body or achieves freedom from this round of births and …
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For a foreigner, a bindi could mean nothing. It might at the most seem to be another piece of jewelry to enhance the beauty of the Indian woman. But did …
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Divali in Trinidad and Tobago
“HERE every creed and race find an equal place…” the second to the last line of our national anthem is proven once again by the festival of lights. Divali, in …
Hinduism Characteristics and Attributes of Dhumavati
In Hinduism, Dhumavati is one of mahavidyas otherwise known as the ten great wisdom goddesses. Mahavidyas represent manifestations of the divine mother. Dhumavati is the divine mother at the time …
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The Festival of Holi
Holi, the festival of colors is the most fun-filled festival of the Hindus. It’s an occasion that brings with it lots of joy and fun, music and dance and of …
Hinduism Characteristics and Attributes of Brahma
Meaning of symbols in Hinduism When we see any of the Hindu Gods pictures as statues, we see all sorts of things in their hands. There is more in it …
Hinduism Characteristics and Attributes of Shiva
“SHIV” is the real word not “SHIV + A” and in Vedic terms it means “only formless, omnipresent and almighty God”. Many religious leaders of this world argue that Hinduism …
Tulsi the Courtyard Plant and its Significance
Tulsi the Indian Basil plant often grown in the courtyards of Hindu families is a revered symbol of worship in the Hindu religious tradition. The name ‘Tulsi’ connotes “the incomparable …
Does Hinduism need to be Reformed
Hinduism’s Last Change To Reform “Hinduism”, the name given to the practitioners of Indo-Aryans’ Vedic Religion, also called as “Sanatan Dharm”, is today stagnating in a fast-moving geo-cultural world where …
Hindus Lord Ganesh Festival of Ganesh Chaturthi
The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is held on Chaturthi or fourth day of the Shukla Paksh or waxing moon in the Hindu calendar month of Bhadrapad. The day celebrates the …
Hinduism Understanding the Power of Mantra Chanting
I met a developmentally disabled and physically challenged woman who knew only two words, the word “God” and her sister’s name. She repeated the word “God” over and over and …
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What is Hare Krishna?
What is the Philosophy of the Hare Krishna Movement? The Hare Krishna Movement or The Hare Krishnas are followers of a Bengali spiritual leader, AC Bhaktivedanta Srila Prabhupada, who came …
The Festival of Mahavir Jayanti
India is a country with diverse castes and cultures and one of them is Jainism. Jain dharma is the oldest religion and pays deep emphasis on non-violence thereby showing the …
The Monsoon Festival of Teej Hindu Festivals and Fairs the Monsoon Festival of Teej
The Monsoon Festival of Teej The monsoon festival of Teej is one of the festivals that has a long and fascinating history and is one of the festivals that has …
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Hindu Gods and Goddesses Lord Surya the Sun God
LORD SURYA DEV- THE SUN GOD-36 Adi Sankaracharya, the exponent nondualism, initiated six sects. One of them is Souram, Sun God. Perhaps the Sun is the most ancient God worshipped. …
Forms of Indian Religions
Hinduism is an old, old religion having its origins sometime around 32,000 BC; Sikhism, in comparison, is new, coming into existence during times 1469-1538 AD. Hinduism seeks to make sense …
Hinduism Characteristics and Attributes of Balrama
Trying to understand Hindu thought from top to bottom is like standing outside in the middle of a heavy storm and trying to balance raindrops in a spoon. Raindrops are …
Bhagavadgitha a Practical Approach to Life
First of all, I would like to press my words that, Shrimad Bhagwadgita is not a BOOK. It is a Holy Bible for the Hindus. Therefore it should not be …
An Overview of Rituals and Ceremonies in Hinduism
Interestingly enough, the rituals and ceremonies of Hinduism are performed and observed vary as there is not one single universal way. It will differ by what region of India you’re …
Scriptures and Theology in Hinduism
Among the ten-thousand-year-old scriptures of Hinduism is a passage in the Bhagavad Gita that has captured my attention for twenty years. I have kept it on my desk, in these …
Hinduism Role and Importance of Vishnu
Vishnu is the lord of preservation and is known as the All-Provider. He performs the cosmic function of cohesion. The constructive nature of his cosmic function stands out in contrast …
Understanding the Basic Beliefs of Hinduism
Hinduism, the third-largest religion in the world next to Islam and Christianity, was initiated in India. “Hinduism differs from Christianity and other Western religions in that it does not have …
The History of Hinduism
The word “Hindu” is derived from the River Sindu, originating in the Himalayas, crossing the North of India, running through Pakistan, and flowing into the Arabian Sea. For the people …
Guide to Hinduism Beliefs
Hinduism is a worldwide religious tradition and is generally regarded as one of the oldest religions still practiced in the world. Hinduism is practiced by most followers through the Puja …