Hindu temple panorama
While travelling in different parts of our country one gets to see the marvels of Hindu architecture and the diversified regional styles. Many of our countrymen especially the economically underprivileged… (Posted on June 3, 2010)
Hindu Population
LEARNING HINDU DHARMA / HINDUISM (Series) HINDU POPULATION: It Is learned that there are nine religions world over. In 122 countries the national religion is Christianity, in 68 countries the… (Posted on June 3, 2010)
Doubt in the life of the Hindu
“DOUBT is the beginning of wisdom,” says Betrand Russell, the philosopher. To doubt is to invite punishment in the Semitic faiths. The Rig Veda begins with doubts. A hymn wonders:… (Posted on June 1, 2010)
Vijayanagara Empire: The Guardian Angel of Kerala
Prof. C I Issac The Empire is known after the name of its capital city, Vijayanagaram. The city of Vijayanagaram was found in order to commemorate [Madhava] Vidhyarnya’s cause for… (Posted on May 29, 2010)
Selected quotes from the Amma’s address upon receiving US Doctorate
Embrace scientific knowledge and spiritual wisdom These are selected quotes from the address of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi upon receiving an Doctorate of Humane letters from State University of New York… (Posted on May 28, 2010)
12-year-old girl to conduct idol Installation
Report Date- May 23 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Jyotsna Padmanabhan, a 12-year-old girl, is all set to script history by being the first female in Kerala to conduct an idol installation in accordance… (Posted on May 26, 2010)
Flying Siddha at Thiruvannamalai
The following news broadcast was shown on the Tamil television channel “Jaya TV” on February 21, 2008. An electrician working for TNEB saw a siddha on the sacred hill of… (Posted on May 25, 2010)
Significance of Buddha Purnima
Buddha Purnima or Buddha Jayanti is celebrated in India, Bangladesh and Nepal. Gautama Buddha is one of the greatest spiritual teachers of mankind. He is called the ‘Light of Asia’… (Posted on May 24, 2010)
Moon, Mountain and Mysticism
HARAN B R Dharma, Seva and the Vedic Civilisation  The Vedic civilization evolved on the banks of Sindhu and Saraswati with Dharma as the basis of evolution. Though it got… (Posted on May 24, 2010)
Significance of Parasurama Jayanti
Parasurama Jayanti is observed on the third day of Shukla Paksha in the Vaishakha month (April-May). It is the birthday of Sage Parasurama and this year it is celebrated on… (Posted on May 15, 2010)
Amma – Uniting hearts in Kottayam
8 May, Kottayam, Kerala – Bharata Yatra 2010 Answering the prayers of her children in Kottayam, Amma held a one-day public program in the city. Even though Kottayam is only… (Posted on May 9, 2010)
Chinmayananda Jayanti
Chinmayananda Jayanti is being celebrated on May 8 this year in over 250 Chinmaya Mission centres in India and almost 50 centres abroad. It is to celebrate the birth day… (Posted on May 1, 2010)
Yogi sans food gives medical fraternity food for thought
Priya Adhyaru Majithia / DNA Ahmedabad: The realms of faith and spirituality begin where science ends — at least that’s what they say. However, today’s medical experts want to turn… (Posted on April 27, 2010)
Significance of Thrissur Pooram
Thrissur Pooram is one of the most spectacular festivals in the world. It is also the biggest and most colorful temple festival of Kerala. The word Pooram means a group… (Posted on April 22, 2010)
Bringing Up Hindu Kids , Give Them Reason To Believe
Dr. Frank Morales,US Indian Hindu parents are to be given immense credit. The daily challenges that typical Hindu parents face in encouraging their children to maintain their commitment to Hinduism… (Posted on April 20, 2010)
Vedic Physical Sciences and Scientific Temper
Dear Seekers of Vedic Knowledge, What our ancient heritage scriptures Vedas say about physical sciences, role of scientists (ashvinaus) and scientific temper, a brief note is given below.To get a… (Posted on April 19, 2010)
‘Indians knew gravity laws 500 yrs before Newton’
By Sushant Kulkarni PUNE: Ancient Indian mathematician Bhaskaracharya, in his book Siddhanta Shriromani, had defined laws of gravity in 12th century, 500 years before Newton defined them for us. The… (Posted on April 18, 2010)
Vishu wishes from IISH
In the vedic calander, vishu is the new year day which falls on the mesha sankranti day normally 14th April and sometimes on 15th. Vishu word is the short form… (Posted on April 14, 2010)
All set for ‘Vishu’ festival
Thiruvananthapuram: Malayalis all over the world are preparing to celebrate Vishu, the festival of plenty, tomorrow. At a time when the price of all essential commodities for Vishu has become… (Posted on April 14, 2010)
Krishnayanam-Bharat Darshan: A visual feast
A call to give good education and culture to children SRI Krishna Temple in Guruvayur in Thrissur district of Kerala is called ‘Bholoka Vaikunta’. Adi Sankara was born to his… (Posted on April 13, 2010)
Science of Vishu
The earth revolves around the sun. the number of revolution is counted  starting from the fixed point known as Mesha sankranthi rekha  which is Alpha Aeries point. The movement of… (Posted on April 13, 2010)
Defying Tradition, Women Perform Last Rites
ALLAHABAD: They are called “maharajin buas.†Hindu women from several families have defied tradition in Maniaya village of Uttar Pradesh to take up the profession of priests who perform the… (Posted on April 8, 2010)
Know more about Mahashay Rajapalji founder of Aryapustakalay
Arya Samaj has moulded many unsung heroes who laid down their life for the cause of Vedic dharma. Mahashay Rajapalji was one among them. He was an ardent follower of… (Posted on April 7, 2010)
In defense of the Sacred
The study on religious aspects of Hindus in American Academy of Religion [AAR] is now, particularly some scholar elements, deliberately attempting to tarnish its true image through some, said to… (Posted on April 3, 2010)
‘Krishnayanam’ live webcast , Spread the Message
We are very happy to inform you that the Krishnayanam 2010 , International Childrens meet hosted by Balagokulam and attended by 25000 children from across the world would be live… (Posted on April 2, 2010)
Hindus Must Stand Strong for Dharma
I’m sure that most of you who are reading this are quite ready to stand strong to defend Hindu Dharma in all kinds of situations and answer all kinds of… (Posted on March 28, 2010)
Why do we do aarati ?
Towards the end of every ritualistic worship (pooja or bhajan) of the Lord or to welcome an honored guest or saint, we perform the aarati. This is always accompanied by… (Posted on March 28, 2010)
Online Virtual Tour of few South Indian Temples
Click Here Kodungallur temple: Virtual tour Online Virtual Tour of GangaikondaCholapuramTemple 360 degree view of Rameshwaram Temple Brihadeshwara Temple Virtual Tour Online virtual tour of Madurai Meenakshi temple Online virtual… (Posted on March 22, 2010)
Prathishta Dinam Ayyappa Temple Sec 3, Ballabgarh , New Delhi
Prathishta Dinam Ayyappa Temple… (Posted on March 17, 2010)
Why do we chant Om?
Om is one of the most chanted sound symbols in India . It has a profound effect on the body and mind of the one who chants and also on… (Posted on March 15, 2010)
Why do we offer a coconut in Temples ?
In India one of the most common offerings in a temple is a coconut. It is also offered on occasions like weddings, festivals, the use of a new vehicle, bridge,… (Posted on March 13, 2010)
Why I am a Hindu
Four years ago, I was flying from JFK NY Airport to SFO to attend a meeting at Monterey , CA. An American girl was sitting on the right side, near… (Posted on March 10, 2010)
Significance of Rama Navami
The festival of Ram Navami dedicated to Lord Rama is celebrated throughout the country with enthusiasm. Lord Rama is one of the ten avatars (incarnations) of Lord Vishnu, and one… (Posted on March 10, 2010)
Why do we say shaanti thrice?
Shaanti, meaning “peace”, is a natural state of being. Disturbances are created either by others or us. For example, peace already exists in a place until someone makes noise. Therefore,… (Posted on March 9, 2010)
Why do we blow the conch?
When the conch is blown, the primordial sound of Om emanates. Om is an auspicious sound that was chanted by the Lord before creating the world. It represents the world… (Posted on March 7, 2010)
Amma’s Teachings
A caller ID option for your thoughts – Mata Amritanandamayi The tide is shifting. Society is no longer about unity; it’s about individual isolation. The mantra seems to be: “Everything… (Posted on March 7, 2010)
Why do we worship tulasi?
In Sanskrit, tulanaa naasti athaiva tulasi – that which is incomparable (in its qualities) is the tulasi . For Indians it is one of the most sacred plants. In fact… (Posted on March 4, 2010)
Significance of Holi
Holi is the spring festival celebrated on the full moon day of Phalguna (February-March). It is an ancient festival of India and was originally known as Holika. Holi helps the… (Posted on March 1, 2010)
Why do we consider the lotus as special?
The lotus is the symbol of truth, auspiciousness and beauty (satyam, shivam, sundaram). The Lord is also that nature and therefore, His various aspects are compared to a lotus (… (Posted on March 1, 2010)
30 lakh women offer Pongala at Attukal
About 30 lakh women from Kerala and outside the State attained the blessings of the goddess of the Bhagavthi temple of Attukal in Thiuvanantyhapuram city on Sunday by offering the… (Posted on March 1, 2010)
30 lakh women to attend Pongala fest
THIRUVANTHAPURAM : Kerala’s capital city, Thiruvnanthapuram, will transform into a virtual Yagashala on Sunday with smoke billowing from millions of hearths over which women from within Kerala and outside will… (Posted on February 26, 2010)
Centenary celebration of famous vedic scholar
Palakkad : The centenary celebration function of famous Vedic scholar and translator of Rigvedam (Sayana Bhashyam) late Sri. OMC Narayanan Namboothirippad is being held at Olappamanna Mana in Vellinezhi on… (Posted on February 26, 2010)
Why do we worship the kalasha ?
First of all what is a kalasha? A brass, mud or copper pot is filled with water. Mango leaves are placed in the mouth of the pot and a coconut… (Posted on February 26, 2010)
Pejawar Seer to go on indefinite hunger strike
UDUPI: Sri Vishwesha Theertha Swamiji of Pejawar Mutt, has declared that he would go on an indefinite hunger strike at the Permude Temple from March 6 onwards opposing the forcible… (Posted on February 24, 2010)
Shri Dadu Dayal – A Great Sant from Gujarat and Rajasthan
I have been inspired to write this article on SANT DADU DAYAL (1544—1603) of Gujarat and Rajasthan by seeing the entry on 22-2-2010 in the SANATAN ALMANAC (Hindu Calendar rooted… (Posted on February 23, 2010)
Why do we ring the bell in a temple?
Is it to wake up the Lord? But the Lord never sleeps. Is it to let the Lord know we have come? He does not need to be told, as He… (Posted on February 14, 2010)
Maharshi Dayanand-Man and his Mission
RISHI BODHOTSAV – 12th FEBRUARY 2010 Maharshi Dayanand Saraswathi (1824-1883) was one of the greatest leaders of Hindu renaissance and the founder of the Arya Samaj, the Socio-Religious Movement established… (Posted on February 11, 2010)
Why do we regard trees and plants as sacred?
The Lord, the life in us, pervades all living beings, be they plants or animals. Hence, they are all regarded as sacred. Human life on earth depends on plants and… (Posted on February 11, 2010)
Timelessness of Mahashivarathri
Tomorrow (Friday-12-2-2010) is Mahashivarathri Day (The great night of Lord Shiva). This is one of the most important festivals for the Hindus of India and the world. Festivals are an… (Posted on February 11, 2010)
