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Navratri – The story behind a colorful festival

Navratri is a festival celebrated by Hindus by worshiping goddess Durga with lots of joy. According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Durga killed the demon...

Why do Hindus Celebrate Rakshabandhan (Rakhi)

Relationships are the foundations of many festivals in India. One such festive occasion is the Rakshabandhan. Rakshabandhan acknowledges the bond of love and protection...

Top 10 most iconic music festivals in India

Music mends and music associates and it also takes you to the world of your fond memories. Whatever you feel about music, it's bolting...

Who is Prajapati in Hindu Mythology

Prajapati is one of the mysterious gods from the older verses of Hindu mythology. He first appears in the Rig Vedas as an individual...
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What is Dharm and its meaning in Hindu way of Life

Dharm (also spelled "Dharma") has been translated most often as “religion”. Those steeped in Semitic and western thought systems, when they looked at Hindus,...
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What Is The Difference Between Being Spiritual And Being Religious?

Is being religious spiritual? And is being spiritual the same as following a religion?Whilst both these statements have an element of truth, it...
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What is AUM(OM) and its meaning in Hinduism

What is Aum? Beyond The SymbolHinduism is rich in symbolism which has deeply significant meaning - and none more so than the Aum. The...
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How Vishnu Avatars Describe Evolution

How Vishnu Avatars Describe EvolutionHave you ever been embroiled in an evolution versus creationism debate? The tussle between religious sects and scientists is getting...
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What Can The West Learn From Hinduism?

What Can The West Learn From Hinduism?Hinduism is the world’s oldest religion and is extremely rich in cultural and spiritual principles that are misunderstood...
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Why Do Hindus Worship Idols As Gods?

Why Do Hindus Worship Idols As Gods?Although ancient Hindu philosophies laid the foundations for all other modern day religions and is aeons ahead...