Why is Lord Krishna a source of inspiration? Why has He been the subject of such reverence by devotees across the globe for centuries. He the famous Hero of the Puranas (mystical stories) and the epic Mahabharata, and the giver of Knowledge in the Geeta. We have all heard of Him and His names. But…
Category: Festivals
Raksha Bandhan Tales…
Raksha bandhan is about to arrive. Every year the streets use to be gleaming with colorful threads, beautiful gifts and greetings. At every nook and corner, sisters were seen busy buying threads of love or Rakhis for their beloved brothers; while brothers are busy figuring out what they can gift their sisters. This year its…
Why Do We Celebrate Guru Poornima?
When is Guru Poornima? Guru Poornima is one of the most significant festivals celebrated in India to commemorate one’s guru or teacher. It is a festival celebrated by both Hindus and Buddhists. The festival is celebrated according to the Hindu calendar on the first full moon day of Ashadh month. Or according to the English…
Shankara – The Spiritual General
Shankara – Came at the Right Time Bhagavadpada Acharya Shankara was not only a great thinker and the noblest of Advaitic philosophers, but he was essentially an inspired champion of Hinduism. He was one of the most vigorous missionaries in our country. Such a powerful leader was needed at that time when Hinduism had been…
Why do we Celebrate Holi?
In India, the festival of Holi marks the arrival of spring, the season of joy. Prominently known as the festival of colors, it spans over three days and is a celebration of the triumph of good versus evil, love, fertility, and color. On Day 1, i.e. the full moon day (Holi Purnima) colored powder and…