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Tiger – The Heart of an Indian Jungle

Admin — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 08:08:48 +0000

Cruelty to Animals: Sin in Hinduism Tyger Tyger, burning bright,In the forests of the night:What immortal hand or eye,Could frame thy fearful symmetry ? These opening lines from the poem “The Tyger” by the legendary poet William Blake capture the fearsome and mesmerizing beauty of tiger referred to as “tyger” by Blake. Be it the …

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Maha Shivratri – Significance in Hinduism

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A Celebration of Transformation and Consciousness Maha Shivratri, celebrated with fervor and devotion, holds a profound significance in Hindu culture. Beyond its religious rituals, it embodies a universal message of transformation and spiritual awakening that resonates with people of all beliefs. At its core, Maha Shivratri symbolizes the overcoming of darkness and ignorance, and emergence …

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Hindu Unity: A Step Towards National Unity – Part II

Admin — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:38:19 +0000

We welcome you to read our second part of Hindu Unity: A Step Towards National Unity. If you have not read the first part, we would like to encourange you to read it here They hate Savarkar- invoking the “Mahatma” ! Since several decades, a sharp contrast which belittles Veer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar using Mahatma …

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Kumbh Mela: A Spiritual Confluence – Everything you want to know about Kumbh

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Kumbh Mela 2025 - Know everything about Kumbh Mela

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Hindu Unity: Step towards National Unity Part 1

Admin — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:13:05 +0000

The call for Hindu Unity is often met with skepticism by many Hindus themselves; who see it as a political stunt which is divisive in natureUnfortunately, this skepticism overlooks two things: firstly, the vision of Hindu unity was uppermost on the minds of all national leaders during the freedom struggle- a fact always whitewashed- and …

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The Timeless Beauty of Solah Sringar in Hinduism

Admin — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:36:48 +0000

Solah Sringar, which translates to “sixteen adornments,” represents the quintessential art of beautification in Hindu culture. Deeply rooted in tradition, Solah Sringar encompasses the adornment practices that enhance a woman’s beauty, believed to be both a celebration of her physical form and a means to invoke divine blessings. This ritualistic embellishment is most prominently observed …

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The Vulture – Stately, Majestic and Symbolizing Power

Admin — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:10:55 +0000

The Vulture- an Emperor Indeed ! The Vulture is one of the most striking birds: stately, majestic and symbolizing power. Hinduism which respects every animal from the lowliest ant to the mightiest elephant has a special place for vultures. The vulture is sometimes considered an ungainly bird, possibly due to its association with death, since …

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Shri Jagannath Puri – Ancient Hindu Temple of Bharat

Admin — Sat, 17 Aug 2024 01:27:11 +0000

Our Ancient Hindu Temples Series : Chapter 1 Shri Jagannath Puri Temples in India have always fascinated travellers and residents alike, a land steeped in spirituality and rich cultural heritage, it is home to some of the world’s oldest temples which offer an awe-inspiring journey into the country’s ancient spiritual and architectural heritage. From the iconic Dwarkadhish …

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Unraveling Bhishma: The Characterization and Teachings

Admin — Fri, 31 May 2024 00:44:11 +0000

Chapter One – Bhishma The Mahabharata is one of the most revered and sacred texts in Indian history and culture. Dating back thousands of years, this scripture is considered a spiritual and enlightening journey through the cycle of life and death. All the characters signify a particular personality trait or importance causing an impact on …

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Gudi Padwa – The New Beginning

Admin — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 02:07:43 +0000

Gudi Padwa is an important festival which is celebrated throughout the state of Maharashtra in Bharat (India) Gudi Padwa is celebrated as the New Year by Hindus in Maharashtra. An interesting fact to note is that the first day of Hindu new year is different than the Gregorian calendar that we follow worldwide. The interesting …

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