Ramnavmi – Birth celebration of Ram

This is the birthday of Lord Ram which Hindus celebrate in March or April (Chaitra in Hindu Calendar). The word Navami refers to the 9th day of the Shukla Paksh. Ram was born in the […]

The Meaning of “Hindu” and “dharma”

Most Hindus call their religion Hindu Dharm, but in the western world it is called Hinduism. However, it is interesting to note that the word ‘Hindu’ is not of Indian origin. This word is not […]

Shivling

Shivling, also pronounced as sivalingam, is another Hindu symbol that has been commonly misunderstood and misinterpreted in the West. The expression shivling or sivalingam is a combination of two Sanskrit words: shiva or siva, a […]

One God, Different Names

I grew up watching my mother worship every morning. She would light a small clay lamp, called a Deeya, and burn incense in front of an idol of goddess Durga, meaning “fortress” or “protector.” She […]

Maha Mrityuanjay Mantra

Purpose The maha mrityuanjay mantra is a purposeful life giving mantra. This is Lord Shiv’s mantra, when chanted with devotion, belief and goodwill, can bestow health, long life, love, riches, accomplishments, contentment and immortality. Mantra […]

Are there any mentioned notable future incarnations of GOD in Scriptures?

Many people taken advantage of this idea of future incarnation of God and try to link Hindu God to their religion. The next incarnation of Sri Bhagwan(God) is Kalki Avtar. This avtar will happen roughly […]