Articles related to "Hindu Calendar"

India's numerous calendars count the days by the sun, the moon, a combination of the two, or by the Indian Zodiac of rashis, and beginning from several different Eras.

How a culture chooses to date the year is inspired by that culture's religion. With many different religions in the world, it's no surprise in the variety of calendars.

Auckland is gearing up for two days of fun fare as Diwali, regarded as one of the most important and ancient festivals of the Hindu calendar, approaches.

The beautiful hymn written by Tulsidas Goswami has become extremely popular. But it points to issues from Hinduism that we seem to have forgotten in our devotional fervor

The Indian New Year's Day is determined by the Mesha Sankranti or the solar transit into Aries, but after that it's up for grabs.

A holiday where the tradition to throw colored powder on your face is celebrated throughout the world.

On October 17, just a couple of weeks before Halloween, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains the world over will celebrate one of their most important festivals - Diwali.

The tulasi leaf is steeped in legend. Its ritual marriage to God in the form of the shaligram stone is conducted in every Hindu household.

Holi, India's most colorful festival, is just around the corner. Find out about Holi origins and traditions and how to celebrate.