Articles related to "Hindus"

From the ring ceremony well before the wedding day to the final ritual for blending families, here are simple instructions for an authentic Hindu wedding.

Yoga is considered to be one of the oldest forms of meditation in the world.

Volunteer Media Officer, Yogen Shah, talks to Suite 101 about the biggest traditionally styled Hindu temple in the west which has been serving the community since1995.

Hindu philosophy answers the same questions as the Western philosophies and is based on the same principles that Hindu theology is based. Yet it is different from both.

Last month's landslide BJP, Bharatiya Janata Party, election victory in the Indian state of Gujarat, has resurfaced old feelings of Indian-Hindu nationalism.

The sacred cow and monkey have been a point of curiosity amongst many in the western civilization here we explore why they are important to Hindu Myth.

Sources of Hindu names, suggestions on choosing a rare name and where to find beautiful yet rare Hindu names.

Indian weddings are rich in Hindu tradition. Understanding traditional Indian wedding rituals will help you plan your own Hindu inspired wedding.

A Hindu holy man outwits a god and changes the fate for the children of his mentor.

Anandamayi Ma is widely known for paving the way for women spiritual leaders in the Hindu religion. She attained full enlightenment without the help of a guru.

The legend of Savitri is one of the supplementary stories found in the Mahabharata which help to clarify philosophical points or emphasize pivotal moments in the poem.

Most people are somewhat familiar with the Christian, Jewish or Islamic faiths, but what about Hinduism? What exactly is it? How did it develop? What do Hindus believe?

The Hindu temples in Tamil Nadu in South India attract both Hindu pilgrims and tourists. The most famous Tamil Nadu Hindu temple is the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai.

The Riga Veda describes the wedding of Suryaa, or Dawn, to Soma. Verses from this hymn, and from other hymns of the Riga Veda, are chanted in Hindu weddings even now.

Geet Govind is divided into 24 parts with each part having a number of songs usually portraying a single emotion. The First Part is titled "Joyful Krishna".

The religious factors discussed derive from the main religions that have taken root within India, namely Hinduism, Islam, and the Sikh faith.

Why did Lord Curzon want to partition Bengal at the beginning of the twentieth century and what happened next?

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.

Diwali, Hindu Festival of Light, time for Indian families worldwide to celebrate family and friends. A traditional celebration for Hindus, Sikhs & Jains in October/Nov.

Chakra is a term literally meaning "circle" in the original Sanskrit. It refers to a continuous flow of power or "Shakti" as known in the Hindu religion.

Most Hindu deities are worshiped with their consorts alongside. This is based on the belief that the male-female duality is essential for the sustenance of the universe.

Christians do not worship the cross, and Americans do not worship a flag. The use of symbols and religious icons in Hinduism isn't idolatry, but a tool to focus the mind.

The word "dharma" is one of the most important terms in Hinduism. But it's not an easy term to understand.

Holi is a very popular Hindu spring and Full Moon festival. It is followed by Dhuleti, the festival of colors. It is celebrated on 2 and 3 March, 2007.

Kali in Hindu mythology is a goddess often misunderstood. Her erratic life represents the breakdown of ego identities in order to free souls for enlightened beginnings.

From ancient time the construction of Hindu temples has followed a set pattern. What differs is the complexity and the detailing.

The Karwa Chauth is a rigorous fast traditionally undertaken by women alone. Now, husbands are joining in as well.

The Kalash is worshiped in every Hindu ritual, be it marriage or consecration of a home. Its significance has been explained in different ways.

Marriage customs in India may seem unnecessarily complicated from a Western viewpoint, but they have been working for Indian marriages and families for generations.

The article first discusses the prominence of the Rama Lila in the Dussera celebrations and then elucidates on the evolution of the Ramayana in a wider context.

The main Hindu wedding ceremony is preceded by religious and social ceremonies that add vibrancy to the celebrations and bring the families together.

A landmark solar eclipse will take place on July 22, 2009. It is the appropriate time to look at the most celebrated solar eclipse in Hindu mythology.

Hindus have built many temples in Durban. One figured prominently during a recent international cricket tournament when some of the team owners went to there to pray.

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.

Dussera is celebrated as Durga Puja in West Bengal to commemorate the victory over Mahishasura. The Hindu diaspora celebrates Durga Puja in a less traditional manner.

On the occasion of Guru Purnima Hindus pay obeisance to their spiritual preceptors in memory of Sage Vyasa, the greatest Guru of all.

Janmashtami is celebrated by enacting the birth of Krishna and creating 'jhankis' of major events from his childhood in Vrindavan

Radha Ashtami or the celebration of Radha's birthday is not as widespread as that of Janmashtami. However, it is a big event in Barsana and the whole of Braj.

Ram's victory over Ravan, Durga slaying Mahishasura or worshiping the Mother Goddess - Navratri and Dussera are celebrated throughout India in different ways.

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.

The Hindu pantheon is headed by the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. There are a range of avatars, other deities, demi-Gods, Demons and sages in the pantheon.

Ganesh, the elephant-head God, is revered in Maharashtra. The Ashtavinayaka pilgrimage consists of darshan in eight special temples around the city of Pune.

Breaking a coconut before starting any new undertaking is an age old Hindu ritual. It has now been adopted by all religious communities in India.

A colorful book describing the exploits of Hindu deities; their strengths and weaknesses; their likes and dislikes; and what endears them to us mortals.

Each chakra has a specific type of energy it processes. Various yoga positions are designed to stimulate individual chakras.

Bengal is the ancient land that is now Bangladesh. This article looks at its history and people.

Creation in the Bible is compared with the Hindu view. The anthropocentric focus in the Bible pulls the two views apart and overshadows the similarities.

Hinduism, like most religions, has a creation myth. Its similarity to what happens in Evolution is remarkable along with other Hindu concepts about things like time.

Finding a name for a boy that is creative yet easy to pronounce can be tough. Indian baby names have beautiful meanings that will accompany the child throughout life.

Finding the right name for a baby girl is not easy if it should be original yet simple. Indian baby names have beautiful meanings that guide the child throughout life.