Introduction In almost every Indian home a lamp is lit daily before the altar of the Lord. In some houses…
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Introduction Almost every Indian household has a prayer or alter room where the Almighty is worshiped each day. What is…
Introduction Most religious Indians on special occasions undertake fasting on regular basis as per traditions. During fasting they usually undergo…
Introduction Pradakshina is going around or circumambulating the deity with devotion. It is one of the aspects of Shodashopachara. Shodashopachara…
Introduction The lotus, born in water bodies remains untouched by the surrounding water but rises above to bloom beautifully. Found…
What is Bhajana? Bhajana is a musical event for expressing Bhakti (devotion) towards Almighty. It is a folk-music-genre in which…
Introduction Regarded as one of the most significant religious symbols, Om is also the most chanted mantra in Hinduism. Chanting…
Name of the ritual Conch shell is known as Shankha in Sanskrit. It is one of the important instruments (Puja…
The dictionary meaning of Bhasma is the ash of any burnt object but in Hindu tradition the word has a different dimension altogether.
Introduction In simple language Mala is garland. Various types of beads or flowers or any other materials are treaded together…
Introduction Food is considered as a part of God or Brahman in Hinduism. Ancient Vedic scriptures regard food with great…
What is Deity? Deity represents human struggle as well as man’s effort to discover his identity against the limits of…
Incensematerial is burnt in front of deities as per the Hindu rituals. When burnt, it
As per the Hindu tradition, morning is the most auspicious part of the day. A promising start is the key to a successful end.
Most of the Indian homes have a prayer room or altar. It is considered as the abode of deities in the home.
Lord Shiva is the Supreme God of the whole Universe and Sanatan Dharma (Hindu Religion). He is one of the