In Hinduism, Tilak is a sign of honour that people wear to show their faith. It also helps people get out of the physical world. From what the Atharvana Upanishad says, anyone who puts on a tilak that looks like Lord Krishna’s lotus feet gets closer to the Paramatma or the Supreme Self. In Brahmaratra, […]
Ekadashi is an auspicious day in Hinduism. It is the eleventh lunar day (ekadashi tithi) of each of the two lunar phases: the time when the moon is getting brighter (Shukla Paksha) and the time when the moon is getting darker (Krushna Paksa). Why is Ekadashi celebrated? In Hindu mythology, Ekadashi means turning the ten […]
Shagun is a word that comes from the Sanskrit language. It means “good luck” or “blessing.” Hinduism is a religion that has been around for hundreds of years. The Vedic scriptures, the Upanishads, and other books are the foundation of Hinduism. Hinduism is made up of a lot of rituals and beliefs. These works were […]
Hinduism is a religion that has a lot of rituals, traditions, and customs. Most of these things have been done since the time of the Vedas. You may have noticed that 108 comes up a lot when discussing the Hindu religion. We will examine where 108 counts come from, their meaning, and their importance. According […]
Atithi Devo Bhava is a Sanskrit phrase with deep meaning and significance in Indian culture. This phrase recognizes and honours the guest as God and expresses hospitality rooted in ancient Indian literature and values. In this article, we will discuss the deep meaning of Atithidevo Bhava. We’ll explore the phrase’s origins, origin in the Upanishads […]
Gudi Padwa is a celebration that people from western India, particularly Maharashtra, should be aware of. The event is mainly observed in the state and commemorates Lord Brahma’s universe creation. Gudi Padwa is, therefore, one of the most significant Hindu holidays, and it is believed to bring a great deal of good fortune, success, wealth, […]
9 Colors of Navratri: Do you know what colour you should wear on the nine days of the Navratri festival in 2023? The Navratri festival will begin on Oct 15, 2023, in India. Since each of the nine days of the Navratri festival honours a different form of Goddess Durga, each day has its colour. […]
In Hindu Dharma, gods and Goddesses represent the most potent force in the world. They are mighty and respected and significant to the creation, defence, and end of the universe. All of the most important gods have both male and female partners. Shakti, the feminine source of power in the universe, is symbolised by Hindu […]
Hinduism is the oldest major world religion, and it continues to be practised today by millions worldwide. From its ancient customs to its modern-day practices, there is much more to learn about this fascinating religion. With such a rich history and distinct beliefs, many lesser-known facts about Hinduism are often unknown to those unfamiliar with […]
Vishnu is one of the most important gods in Hinduism and an integral part of the Hindu trinity. He is known as ‘the preserver’, protecting mankind from harm and promoting dharma and order. A great deal of spiritual knowledge is attributed to Vishnu, with many symbols, titles and names associated with him. Amongst these are […]