Raksha Bandhan: Celebrating the Timeless Bond of Sibling Love and Protection
By Deva Narayan 8th August 2024: Raksha Bandhan, or simply Rakhi, is a Hindu festival celebrated in many parts of the Indian subcontinent, notably India and Nepal. Raksha Bandhan means “bond of protection”. It is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month of Shravana,...
Bridging Traditions: Exploring the Cultural Connections Between Hinduism and Shintoism
-Deva Narayan Hinduism and Shintoism, two of the world’s ancient religions, share deep cultural connections of many generations. We can see their links through mythology, rituals, and philosophical views. By exploring these interconnected relationships one can understand how both of these traditions interact with one another. One of the...