The Vishnu Purana tells of King Vena. Though Vena began as a good king, because of corrupt influences he became so evil that he outlawed
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Sign of the Branch: Like the persistent Banyan in Vat Savitri
The Vat-vriksha, Bargad or Banyan tree is central to South Asian spirituality and is the national tree of India. It is associated with Yama, God
As in the Kurukshetra Battle: The Coming of the ‘Anointed’ Ruler Prophesied
The Bhagavad Gita is the wisdom centerpiece of the Mahabharata epic. Though written as a Gita (song) today it is usually read. The Gita narrates
Like the Raj: What does ‘Christ’ of Jesus Christ mean?
I sometimes ask people what Jesus’ last name was. Usually they reply, “I guess his last name was ‘Christ’ but I am not sure”. Then
History of the Jews? Across India & Around the World
Jews have a long history in India, being here for thousands of years, forming a small community within the mosaic of Indian communities. Different than
From Lakshmi to Shiva: how Sri Moses’ Blessings & Curses Echo today
When we think of blessing and good fortune our minds go to Lakshmi, the goddess of fortune, success and wealth. She blesses hard work when
Yom Kippur – The Original Durga Puja
Durga Puja (or Durgostava) is celebrated days 6-10 in Ashvin (Ashwin) month across much of South Asia. It is celebrated to commemorate the goddess Durga’s
Maya of Finding Life’s satisfaction under the sun
Maya comes from the Sanskrit meaning ‘that which is not’ and therefore is ‘illusion’. Different sages and schools of thought have emphasized the illusion of