Padma Shri Stephen Knapp: A True Indian From The West Stephen Knapp, also known by his spiritual name Sri Nandanandana Dasa (Śrī Nandanandana Dāsa), is an American author, spiritual practitioner, researcher, and lecturer on Vedic…
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Unmasking the Traitors Funding the Enemies of Dharmasthala Origins and LegendAround 800 years ago, the region now called Dharmasthala (formerly “Kuduma”) was dominated by Jain chieftain Birmanna Pergade( later called Heggade). His household, Nelliadi Beedu,…
The Brahmins of Boston: When the Gita Sailed West In the bustling age of global trade, Boston—a thriving port city on America’s eastern coast—stood tall as a beacon of commerce. In the early 18th century,…
Why Hindu Funerary Rites Matter There are many journeys in the life of a Hindu that begin with joy and then, there is that final journey that ends in silence. A silence so complete, so…
The Chronological History of the Chaitra Shukladi Calendar The Vedic 5-year Yuga calendar was first established in 13322 BCE, beginning with the autumn season (Sharad Ritu). In this system, “Chaitra” was designated as the first…
Yaoshang Holi of Manipur: A 5000-year-old Cultural Legacy Yaoshang (or Holi) is one of the major festivals of Manipur, celebrated by the Meiteis and Bishnupriya Manipuris. This spring festival begins on Phalgun Purnima or…
Is Kumbh Mela Named after Kumbh Rashi? An Analysis It is essential to highlight the reference to Kumbh Rashi in connection with the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, Prayag, Nasik and Ujjain. This astronomical reference leads…
Mauni Amavasya and 12-year Jovian cycle of Kumbh Mela The 12-year Jovian cycle of the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela is rooted in the epoch of 6777 BCE, when Jupiter was positioned in Vrishbha Rashi (Taurus Sign)….
Universal Religion: Swami Vivekananda’s Contribution to Spirituality Introduction: In my own light, I always feel one of the profound contributions of Swami Vivekananda to this modern world has been the concept of Universal religion. Religion,…
Interpretation of 32 Names of Mother Durga श्रीदुर्गा-द्वात्रिंश-नाममाला śrīdurgā-dvātriṃśa-nāmamālā Mother Durgā is the goddess of wisdom, protection, and glory. She blesses the devotees with the wisdom of Maheshvari and the protective strength of the…
