ATITHI DEVO BHAVA INTRODUCTION Atithi Devo Bhava means Guests are God, and they must be given proper respect according to…
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INTRODUCTION Tarpanam is a type of Vedic practice and it is an offering made to the divine deities by chanting divine mantras. Tilatarpanam…
In simple language Mala is garland. Various types of beads or flowers or any other materials
Temples are an important part of the Hindu traditions and rituals.
Introduction यज् ‘Yaja’ means to offer, and it refers to the Vedic ritual which includes chanting of Mantras in a specific manner by experts,…
What is a Shalagram? Shalagrams or Saligrams are iconic representations of lord Vishnu, the protector in the Trinity of gods…
Who is Ganesh? Ganesh is one of the most admired Hindu Deities. He is the god of wisdom. He is…
Origins Botanically Durba grass is referred to as Cynodon dactylon and it belongs to the borge species. One can find…
Betel leaf or paan plays a prominent role in the socio-religious life of the Hindus. No auspicious Vedic occasion moves…
What is a bath? Washing entire body, top to bottom with water is known as bath. While taking a bath…
Introduction Ocimum basilicum or sweet basil is known across the world for its medicinal value as the plant contains immense…
Introduction Kalasha is a jar which is used variously in a variety of rituals. In Indian tradition a Kalasha is…
In The Words Of Lord Krishna In Bhagavad-Gita, The Sacred Book Of Hindu Religion, Lord Krishna Makes Clear The Concept…
Introduction In India all Hindus, both men and women wear Tilaka, a particular sign on forehead. It is known as…
Introduction It is an age old tradition to ring the bell of the temple upon entering its premises. Bell ringing…
Introduction Since ages, Indian society has been worshiping trees and plants as symbolic deities. Hindus also consider the flora and…
Introduction It is an Indian tradition to greet each other with Namaskara. Namaskara or Namaste could be just a casual…
How to perform Aarti? Aarti belongs to one of the sixteen steps (shodash upachaar) of the Hindu puja ritual. It…
What is Naivedya? Naivedya is included in the Shodashopachara worship. The holy ritual involves two steps. The first step involves…
Introduction Coconut has great significance in India. It has religious and social connotations. One of the most common offerings in…