Where No One Goes Hungry: Mukhyaprana and the Living Grace of Udupi’s Bhojanashala
The coastal town of Udupi is often defined by the golden-plated window through which devotees catch a glimpse of Lord […]
Festival & Rituals
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
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