The belief in karma and reincarnation is a central pillar of Hinduism. Hindus believe that the maturing of the soul takes many lives and that if the soul is immature in the present birth, then there is hope, for there will be many opportunities for learning and growing in future lives. Here are 5 key things to know about karma […]
Hinduism is one of the most diverse religions in the world and is associated with a multitude of myths and deities. This belief in more than one god brings with it a plethora of festivals. Let’s take a look at 10 major Hindu festivals and what they mean. Diwali The festival of lights – Diwali or Deepavali – is the […]
For Hindus, there is a single, universal god known as the Supreme Being or Brahman. Hinduism also has numerous gods and goddesses, known as Deva and Devi, who represent one or more of Brahman’s aspects. Foremost among the many Hindu gods and goddesses are the Holy Triad of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, the creator, sustainer, and destroyer of worlds (in […]
Hindu religious texts authoritatively assert about the rebirth of the soul. After death, the physical body serves no purpose. It is consigned to the flames so that the five elements that constitute the body return to nature. However, the soul is immortal. According to Hindu spiritual belief, it is reborn. The Concept Of Rebirth There are innumerable instances when people […]
Welcome to one of the most ancient religions in the world. You might know part and parcel of it as the law of Karma, yoga, and chakras; all these have been co-opted by white people and made them the new craze while excluding the fact that they come from a religion that is still alive and thriving today. Hinduism is […]
During a religious ceremony, you will notice that right after making the first offering to Sri Ganesh, most Hindus will offer the next offering to the Navgrah, that is, the nine planets. Even when you move into a new house, it takes a Navgrah pooja to bless it and make it truly your own place. There is no way of […]