MAHALAYA AND IT’S SIGNIFICANCE
The significance of Mahalaya lies on two counts:Firstly the day marks the end of Pitripaksha or the fortnight of the forefathers in heaven which...
Hindutva: Truth and Myth
Another name for Hinduism is Sanatan Sanskriti or Sanatan Dharma. The meaning of Sanatan is that one who always stands the test of time,...
Fundamental Reasons for the Origin of the Taliban and its Acquisition of Power
The story of Taliban terror, brutality and barbarism is not new. Since the early years of its existence, it has had a history of...
Understanding the rituals practiced in Hindu marriages
Manyavar’s recent ad featuring Alia Bhatt demeans the Hindu marriage ritual of Kanyadan by claiming it objectifies women. In reality, no other marriage ceremony...
Understanding Sanatan Dharma
A friend asked me this question recently.
Sanatana Dharma is so vast; it has so many aspects. How to put it briefly? Let me try:
Sanatana...
Pitru Paksh, a time to revere our ancestors.
Pitru Paksha is the time when Hindus pay respect to their ancestors. It is considered a sacred ritual for Hindus as the scriptures mention...
