Tag: Hinduism

World Celebrates Rath Yatra 2025: A Global Ode to Devotion and Unity

From Puri to Paris, the Spirit of Lord Jagannath Rolls Across Continents June 27, 2025: Every year, millions of devotees across the globe come together to celebrate Rath Yatra, the divine chariot festival of Lord Jagannath. In 2025, this grand celebration falls on June 29, and is being observed...

Exploring Near-Death Experiences and Reincarnation in Hinduism

-Deva Narayan Hinduism, one of the world’s oldest religions, answers many mysteries of life and death. Near-death experiences (NDEs) and reincarnation are two such mysteries most deeply interwoven in the religious fabric of Hinduism. However, these phenomena not only provide a native Hindu perspective on mortality but also offer...

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...

Exploring the Heart of India: A Journey of Spirituality

27th May 2024, India: with its magnificent mountains, soothing beaches, and a tapestry of cultural diversity, stands as a beacon of spirituality. India is a secular state & is the birthplace of yoga and several major religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism, it has been a sanctuary for spiritual seekers...

Divine Monday: Worshiping Lord Shiva

-Surya Pillai Monday, or “Somvar” in Hindi, is a day dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva in Hinduism. Shiva, one of the main deities in Hinduism, is often associated with destruction, transformation, and regeneration. Let’s explore why worshipping Shiva holds significance on Mondays: Lord Shiva’s Blessings: In Hinduism,...