The Day of Pentecost always comes on a Sunday. It celebrates a remarkable event. But it is not only what happened that day but when and why it happened that reveals the hand of God.… The Precision and Power of Pentecost
When one considers all the great epics and love stories composed, the Ramayana certainly comes to the top of the list. There are many noble facets to this epic: The long road to the triumph… A Love Epic better than Ramayana – You Can Be in it
What is dance? Theatrical dance encompasses rhythmic movements, meant to be viewed by spectators and tell a story. Dancers coordinate their movements with other dancers, using different parts of their own body, so that their… God’s Cosmic Dance – Rhythm from Creation to Cross
We celebrate Holi on the last Full Moon of the Hindu calendar. With its luni-solar origins, Holi moves around in the Western Calendar, generally coming in March, as a joyous festival of spring’s arrival. Though… Resurrection First Fruits: Life for you
The word swasti is composed of: Su (सु) – good, well, auspicious Asti (अस्ति) – “it is” Swasti is a benediction or blessing seeking the well-being of people and places. It is a declaration of faith in God… Day 7: Swasti in Sabbath Rest
Maha Shivaratri (Great Night of Shiva) celebrations start on the 13th evening of Phalgun, continuing into the 14th. Different from other festivals, it starts after sundown and goes through the night into the next day. Fasting,… Day 6: Good Friday – Jesus’ Maha Shivaratri
The last Full Moon of the Hindu year marks Holi. . Though many make merry at Holi few realize its parallel to another ancient Festival – Passover. Passover also falls on the Full Moon at spring. Since… Day 5: With Holika’s Treachery, Satan coils to strike
Jesus uttered a Curse on Day 3, dooming his nation to exile. Jesus also predicted that his curse would expire, setting in motion events closing this age. The disciples asked about this and Jesus explained,… Day 4: Riding like Kalki to Snuff the Stars
Durvasa Curses Shakuntala We read and hear about curses (Shaap) throughout mythology. Perhaps the most well-known comes from the ancient playwright Kalidasa’s (ca. 400 CE) play Abhijnanasakuntalam (The Recognition of Shakuntala) which is still performed… Day 3: Jesus utters The Withering Curse
Jesus had entered Jerusalem in a manner claiming Kingship and as a Light for all nations. This started one of the most tumultuous weeks in history, still felt today. But it is what he did… Day 2: Jesus’ Temple Shutdown … leading to Deadly Showdown