Beyond Lights and Festivities: Understanding the Sacred Days of Diwali
Diwali, often called the festival of lights, is one of the most vibrant and widely celebrated festivals in India. Marking […]
Festival & Rituals
The Evolution of the Bhakti Movement Across India
The Bhakti movement was a devotional revolution that swept through India during the medieval period. It emphasized intense personal love
Sacred Spaces: The Architectural Harmony of Jagannath Temples Across India
Each Jagannath temple reflects the culture of its region while keeping the essence of the deity alive. The architecture carries
Mahakumbh : Story, History and Mystery
As per the data made public by Maha Kumbh organisers, over 65 crore people took sacred bath in the holy
The Jyotirlingas : An introduction to the legends and history of the 12 sacred Shaivite Temples
Introduction In Shaivism in India, the term Jyotirlinga holds a very specific religious value. The Word Jyotirlinga is a Sanskrit
Naga Worship Culture of Karnataka
Last month, on 17th October, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev’s ashram (formally called the Sadhguru Sannidhi) near Bangalore saw the 2nd consecration
Baras festival: Connecting with our Roots, Nature and Sustainability
Naveli is a simple yet culturally rich village in the Bicholim taluka of Goa, where every festival and tradition symbolizes
Roots of Faith: The Symbolism of Trees in Hinduism
Introduction Once upon a time, inside the Hiranyagarbha, Brahma awakened from deep sleep. He looked around and he saw nothing.
Walking the Sacred Path: The Tradition of Pilgrimage on Foot
As Shravan month starts; and the earth becomes covered by the carpet of green grass; we see thousands of Shiva
Hanuman : The embodiment of Power and Humility
Hanumana, the all powerful Hindu deity, is one of the most revered characters in Ramayana. Even though Ramayana is a