Category Archive for: ‘Hinduism’
Hindu Americans Rally for Justice in Miami After Pahalgam Terror Attack By Raj Shah
On May 4, 2025, over 100 Hindu Americans gathered at Bayfront Park in Miami, Florida, to peacefully protest the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Organized by members of the local Hindu community, the demonstration sought justice for the innocent lives lost and called on …
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Finding Peace at the Feet of the Family Goddess
By Rema Deo In December 2019, my family and I visited Coimbatore to spend time with my cousin and his family. Along with enjoying their company, we did some sightseeing in and around the Coimbatore area, popped into some nearby towns, and even consulted an …
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Hindu Parenting in the USA: Raising Dharmic Children in a Modern World
By Raj Shah Raising children is among the most noble and fulfilling responsibilities. For Hindu parents in the United States, the journey is uniquely meaningful. Living amidst the dynamics of American life while carrying forward the ancient spiritual legacy of Sanatana Dharma requires …
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The Kumbh Mela: A Journey of Faith, Unity, and Discovery
The Kumbh Mela is not a religious event alone; it represents a journey of faith, unity, and spiritual discovery that has become a global phenomenon. Held once every four years, this great fair brings together millions of devotees across India and the world into a …
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Fascinating Facts and Numbers
The Maha Kumbh Mela commenced on the auspicious day of Paush Purnima, which fell on January 13, 2025, and will continue until February 26, 2025. This year’s Mahakumbh Mela is particularly significant as the rare planetary alignment occurs only once every 144 years. The 2025 …
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Windows to the Spiritual World: The Visionary Art of Srimati Syamarani Dasi
Srimati Syamarani Dasi shines as a luminary of visionary art. Her paintings depict scenes from India’s wisdom texts like Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam. In 2020, Hema Malini, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and former President Ram Nath Kovind praised her artistic prowess and contribution to …
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50 years of BAPS in North America
By Raj Shah It was my pleasure to attend this year’s Diwali celebrations at BAPS Mandir in Boynton Beach. The celebration marked an extraordinary milestone: 50 years of BAPS in North America. The celebrations included special exhibitions in the mandirs, each designed around five significant …
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Sacred Petals with a Purpose: Crafting Sustainability and Empowerment
By Malancha Sarkar Ph.D. In Indian households, flowers are used to adorn temples, home altars, during festivities, and by women to adorn their hair—a tradition rich with cultural significance. However, by the end of the day, these flowers are often discarded. India generates over 8 …
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How to stay light in a chaotic world?
By Kanishtha Agarwal We all want to feel light as “lightness is the original nature of the soul.” But why are we not able to experience our original nature of lightness? First, we have forgotten our original nature and secondly, we are constantly bombarded by …
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Giving Tuesday: In the Light of Ancient Hindu Scripture
By Raj Shah November is a month of gratitude and giving. The United States observes it as National Gratitude Month, a time to reflect on our blessings and express gratitude in meaningful ways. Thanksgiving, a holiday devoted to giving thanks for the harvest and blessings …
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