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When will Corruption and Terrorism end? Will Sanatana Dharma end?

When will corruption and terrorism end? Will Sanātana Dharma (the eternal law) end? To this question raised by a disciple in Satsang of Art of Living, Sri Sri Ravishankar Guruji replies… No, ... Continue Reading →

Hinduism is Universal in Character

The edifice of Hinduism has been founded, erected and fostered by sages, saints and illustrious spiritual guides. Hence the customs, usages, and traditions which are being continued ... Continue Reading →

Faith in Cosmic Power, the Only Remedy

In this scientific age, man is striving to fathom the mysteries of the universe. Yet the infinite power of the “self” remains unknown. Man is ignorant of the truth that ... Continue Reading →

India’s Income Tax Department said Hinduism is not a religion

Hindus are upset at recent reported order of an Income Tax Tribunal in Maharashtra that “Hinduism is neither a religion nor Hindus form a religious community”. Distinguished Hindu ... Continue Reading →

Unquie Features of Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma)

We have the rare privilege of being born as human beings and we desire to live happily in this world. Pain and sorrow, trials and tribulations, these provide the incentive to thin about ... Continue Reading →

Vijayadasami 2013, Vijaya Dasami date in 2013

Vijayadasami, Durgadasami (Dasara, Dussehra), is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Dasami in Ashwin month. Vijayadasami 2013 date is October 13. It is celebrated to commemorate the victory ... Continue Reading →

Ramayana stage production in Seattle, USA

Welcoming the ambitious theater production “Ramayana” formally opening in Seattle (USA) on October 18, Hindus hope that this stage version would stay true to the story and the spirit ... Continue Reading →

Durga Nimajjan – Durga Idol Immersion after Durga Navratri

Durga Nimajjan also called as Visarjan is the last and concluding event of Durga Navarathri. In some places it is performed on Dussehra / Vijaya Dashami / Dasara / Dassara. Durga Visarjan ... Continue Reading →

Trincomalee Shankari devi – Shakti Peetham in Sri Lanka

‘Lankayam Shankari Devi………    starts the Ashta Dasha Shakti Peetha Slokam, written by Sri Jagadguru Aadi Shankaracharya. Shankari Devi temple in Tricomalee, ... Continue Reading →

An American art museum offers yoga classes

Now one can enjoy yoga surrounded by beautiful art. The Noyes Museum of Art, the only fine arts museum in southern New Jersey (USA), is offering “No Sweat Yoga” classes. “Relax ... Continue Reading →

Jewish School in London becomes Hindu Primary School

A Jewish Primary School in London Borough of Redbridge in United Kingdom (UK) will be a Hindu Primary School on 1st September 2012. London based Hindu state education promoter charity ... Continue Reading →

Ravan Vadh or Ravana vadha – Burning large effigies of Ravan on Vijaya Dashami

Ravan Vadh or Ravana Vadha is a ritual and tradition performed on Vijaya Dashami or Dussara. Ravana, who is also called as Dashakanta, was killed by Lord Rama on this day. To commemorate ... Continue Reading →

Maha Navami, Maharnavami: Ninth Day of Durga Navaratri

On the ninth day of Durga Navarathri, Maha Navami or Maharnavami is celebrated. MahaNavami 2012 date is October 23. In North India, Goddess Matungi / Goddess Renuka Devi is the goddess ... Continue Reading →

Durga Devi – Goddess For Eighth Day of Durga Navratri – Durga Astami Goddess

Sri Durga Devi is the Goddess for the eighth day of Durga Navarathri. In 2010, during the festival of Durga Navrathri, on October 15th, Goddess Sri Durga Devi is worshipped. This ... Continue Reading →

Sri Mahalakshmi Devi – Goddess of Sixth Day during Durga Navaratri

Sri Mahalakshmi Devi is the goddess for Sixth day of Durga Navarathri. In 2009, on September 24, Thursday, is the day dedicated to the Goddess during Durga Navarathri. Sri Mahalakshmi ... Continue Reading →