Shravan : A month for Reflection & Celebration
Shravan means ‘to listen’ in Sanskrit. It is the first step in integrating knowledge into our lives. We listen (Shravana), then we bring to our memory repeatedly (manana) and then …
Signifcance of Shraadh
Shraadh comes from the word Shraddha – an act done with sincerity and attention. When an individual leaves for heavenly abode, the deceased’s descendents perform rituals of offering for the …
Yagnopavit
Yagnopavit denotes three responsibilities – first for Parents, second for Guru or knowledge, third for society or nation. One chants uplifting and spiritually meaningful mantras…
Ganesha – the origin and substratum of creation
Lord Ganpati is worshipped before starting any new endeavour. He is the basis and origin of this creation.
Sashtiapthapoorthi & Bheema Ratha Shanti Celebrations
Sashtiapthapoorthi is a Vaidic ceremony performed to celebrate the 60th birthday. Bhima Ratha Shanti is a set of Poojas and rituals that are performed when the person completes 69th and …
Upanayanam for women
In earlier days Yoga was taught to a few prominent people of then considered higher castes and women were strictly excluded. Art of Living initiated women into Yoga, Pranayam and …
Narayan & Lakshmi
Narayana is the conciouness which is housed in your nervous system. You are in Narayana and to sustain yourself, you need means and that is what Lakshmi is.
Barring women entry in some temples
People need to be educated. Transformation of soceity is essential. It can happen by education, creating an awareness
Excerpts from Kaal Bhairav
Worshipping Bhairava removes sorrow, attachment, greed…
Hindu Dharma
Hindu Dharma is all encompassing and upholds the vitrue of ‘One-World-Family’