Sanatan Dharm (Hinduism) is the oldest religion known to mankind. It predates recorded history. Thus, Sanatan Dharm has no start date. This makes perfect sense as there was no way to measure time as we do now with the calendar system. So Hinduism goes back all the way to very start when creation happened. The […]
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What is the definition of God in Hinduism?
God in Hinduism is one that represents love for all his creatures from humans, animals, insects, etc…. He loves them like a father or mother who cares for their children. There is no such thing as other religions or beliefs…
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Why has Hinduism not reached/expanded outside India in large numbers?
This question can be answered in few ways. If you go with the Vedas which says that the ENTIRE WORLD IS ONE FAMILY. It also says THERE ARE MANY PATHS TO GOD. Using these 2 mantras those who refer to…
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What are the links between Hinduism and Science and Mathematics?
Aero space engineering is from Ramayan with the concept of an Air Plane. Ravan had the pushpak veeman that he used during when he captured Mata Sita. The numeric system was derived from Hinduism Vedic mathematics. You will also find…
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What are the links between Hinduism and Science and Mathematics?
Aero space engineering is from Ramayan with the concept of an Air Plane. Ravan had the pushpak veeman that he used during when he captured mata Sita. The numeric system was derived from Hinduism Vedic mathematics. You will also find…
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Are there different kinds of Avatar?
There are few different kinds of Avatar mentioned in scriptures. One of them is Complete (Poorn) Avatar. This is when GOD takes his complete form and descends to earth. Example of this is when Bhagwan took Ram incarnation or when…
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Who are Bhagwan Ram and Krishn?
Bhagwan Sri Ram is a complete(Purna) Avatar of Sri Bhagwan. In this Avatar Bhagwan had to show the full potential of a man as Ram and full potential of women as Sita. So he did not have to show any…
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What can you say about the Puran? What are myths and realities from Hindu Scriptures?
This is one of the most important questions as throughout time much of the reality has become myth. The Ramayan and Mahabharat are considered epics and historic however most of the Purans are considered myths. In Mahabharat Bhagwan Krishn is…
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Who is Swami Vivekanand?
Swami VivekAnand was a sant who wanted to see GOD. He had the urge to find the truth about GOD. One day he met Shri RamKrishn Pramahans. He asked him “Have you seen GOD?” and Shri RamKrishn said “Yes I…
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Has there been any recent Historic Miracles related to Hinduism?
In 1995, a Brahmin had a dream where Bhagwan Ganesh came in his dream and told him to go to the nearby temple and feed his statue some milk. The Brahmin went to the temple soon as he woke up…
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Can you talk about some of the more famous Swamis?
Swami VivekAnand, Swami RamKrishn Pramamhans, Swami Ram Sharma, Swami Ramsukhdas, Shri Kripaluji Maharaj, Shri Krishnachand Thakurji Maharaj, will populate later
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How can you say Sanatan Dharm is the word of GOD? Has anyone reached Moksh?
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Can you prove that there is GOD?
Yes. Let’s think logically. You want proof of the creator of the universe. If that is the case then just think how complex the universe is first and to find out about its creator is a challenge. Second to think…
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What paths should one follow to attain Moksh?
Since humans differ in intellectual abilities, temperaments and inclinations, there cannot be a single path recommended for everyone. Hinduism recommends four paths to attain Moksh: Karm Yog (Path of action): Performing and accepting one’s daily duties selflessly and entirely dedicated…
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Are there any examples of anyone being reborn to prove Reincarnation?
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Does a person have to be a Hindu to attain Moksh?
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Do Hindus believe in Heaven and Earth?
Just like other religions concept of Hell and Heaven is also present in Hinduism. However, Hell and Heaven are both temporary places after death. After the Atma (Soul) leaves the body and one doesn’t attain Moksh (salvation) then the soul…
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What are sanskars or samskars?
Sanskars means the actions that purify, refine or reform. Sanskars help Hindus in their spiritual evolution. Like traffic signs on highways, they give them direction to human life at every crucial stage of development. Sixteen ceremonies are prescribed for Hindus…
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Can you talk about some of the most important Hindu festivals?
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What is the role of women in Hinduism?
Hindus call an unmarried girl a Kanya meaning radiant, illustrious or brilliant which implies that a girl must acquire all such qualities that can make her excel in every field. During the stage of girlhood, she must develop herself physically,…
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Why has the role of women declined?
Today role of women is declined greatly. This is largely due to effect of television and media. Women are exposed and showed as objects on television. Making sexual remarks and objectifying women is now becoming a norm all because of…
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Is there a dress code for a Hindu?
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Is dowry a requirement for Hindu marriage?
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Why do women wear a red dot on their forehead?
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What is the Hindu view of Human sexuality?
There is no issues with any aspect of sexuality or hatred towards anyone being born different. As Hindu one must practice the concept of Ahinsa. In Hinduism the whole world is one large family. Soon as one moves away from…
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Can you comments on some temples and how statues are positioned?
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Are Hindu allowed to criticize their religion?
Hindus are allowed to question and criticize as much as they want as long as it helps them reach their path to Sri Bhagwan. If the goal is to criticize and hurt the emotions of people then it is not…
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What is the meaning of Life according to Hinduism?
The purpose of human life is to attain Sri Bhagwan(God). Every living being aims for happiness and only Bhagwan(God) is that complete never ending happiness. This is because every atma(soul) is enternal and has an essence of Bhagwan(God) within them.…
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Are people from other religions allowed to convert to Hinduism?
Absolutely it is allowed however in some ways one can say everyone is Hindu. Hindu is one who performs Karm (actions) in the name of GOD. In Sanatan Dharm the whole world is one large family. So if one performs…
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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 in 400000 years from the…
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Can a non-Hindu enter Hindu religious sites like Temple?
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What are some great books to read on Hinduism?
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What are some recommendations to learn more about Hinduism?
We recommend teachings of Swami Vivekanand, Swami Ramsukhdasji, Swami Akhandanandji, Sri Kripaluji Maharaj, Sri Thakurji Maharaj, and Swami Prabhupad…. You can find their work online and in our download links and YouTube channels. Swami Ramsukhdasji never wanted his picture taken…
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What are some of the most concerning issues with Hindus today?
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Should parents be worried about future of Hinduism?
Yes. Today the effect of Bollywood and Hollywood worldwide is having such a negative influence on the youth. The television can be used as a great tool yet for greed and money people have turned into animals. It is up…
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What are some important Mantras to Chant daily?
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If GOD is everywhere then why do Hindus go to temples?
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Why does a Mandir (Temple) have to face a certain direction?
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Why do Hindus have their House faced in certain direction?
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What is the significance of Aarti and Prashad?
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What is Pran-Pratishtha and Murti Staphna?
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Name some of the most famous Hindus?
Following are some of the most well known Hindu personalities. I will add description about there work in detail at a later time. Swami Vivekanand Swami Ramsukhdas Swami Akhilanand Mahraj Swami Sharshwatanand Maharaj RamKrishn Paramhans Sarda Devi Kripaluji Maharaj Meerabai…
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Are all Hindus Vegetarians?
Not all Hindus are Vegetarians. The concept of Ahinsa, non-violence, encourage Hindus to refrain from eating meat. To be vegetarian comes with ones understanding of Hindu Scriptures. It is a matter of common sense and wisdom. It is believed that…
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Why is the cow considered Holy in Hinduism?
Hindus hold special reverence for the cow as it is symbolically represents our biological mother. Once a person is born they are given milk by their mother but this process stops after few months or years. However the person continues…
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What are the 4 Yugs? How long are they in years?
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What is Kalp and Manvanter?
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What is Gotra?
In Vedic traditions the rishis saw that problems could occur with inbreeding or marriage between close relatives as it could lead to genetic problem for the offsprings. The entire purpose of the gotra system is to ensure humanity continues to…
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What is the Hindu Caste System?
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What is Idol Worship in Hinduism?
Idol worship is in all religions. Hindus do it openly while other religions don’t. Why does the church have a cross or statue of Jesus Christ and Mother Mary? Why does a Muslim has to bow to the Kabbha or…
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What is an Avatar (Incarnation)?
Almost all Hindus believe in this concept of Avatar. Avatar happens when GOD (Bhagwan) himself comes down to earth in human form as male or female. This happens whenever righteousness declines and wickedness is rules, thus threatening the existence of…
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What is the Bhagavad Gita?
Shrimad Bhagwad Gita is one of the most holy books in Sanatan Dharm (Hinduism). The Gita contains the sum of all the knowledge from Ved and Upanishad and Puran and Ramayan and Mahabharat. The sloks in Gita have to be…
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What are the Vedas and Upanishad?
Out of all Hindu Scriptures and the Vedas are the most sacred. They also came first directly from the mouth of Sri Bhagwan. The word Ved means knowledge. They are so sacred that they have to be chanted with a…
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Why do Hindus chant Mantras?
Chanting mantra is very important in Sanatan Dharm (Hinduism). The mantras are mentioned in our scriptures as a way of invoking GOD and showing respect to him. It is part of daily worship and prayers.
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What is Maya?
The Sanskrit meaning of the word Maya is Illusion. Hindus use the word illusion in the same sense as defined in any dictionary: a mistaken perception of reality. When Hindus speak of this material world being an illusion, they are…
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What is Leela?
Leela means divine play. This is the most important aspect of Hinduism. – I will populate later
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What is Dharm?
Closest word in English to Dharm is religion however the word religion it is very limited. Sanatan Dharm is best translated as eternal Dharm. Dharm can be best described as one’s quest to find the truth that leads them to…
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What is Ahinsa?
Hindus regard all living beings, including animals, birds, insects, sacred and having Atma (Soul). As such, Hindus must not kill or cause physical or emotional pain to any living creature, be it a human, animal, bird, or insect. This attitude,…
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What is Reincarnation (Punar Janm) and Moksh?
The word reincarnation literally means the transmigration of Atma. Hindus believe the soul is immortal, and when a person (or living creature) dies, his/her Atma re-enters a new (as yet unborn) body. “Just as a person discards old and tattered…
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What is Karm?
In Hinduism, Karm(Karma) refers to God’s cosmic law of cause and effect; every action has its opposite and equal reaction. Any deed or any thought that can cause an effect, is called Karm. According to the law of Karm, every…
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What is Moksh?
Moksh is the highest state that the Atma(soul) has to reach. Until this happens cycle of birth and death will continue for each individual over and over. Moksh is a similar concept to Nirvan or salvation from other religions.
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What is forbidden in Sanatan Dharm?
One can say nothing is forbidden because everything is under maya. Although being influenced by maya one still to do their dharm duty and this has to be done until you attain moksh. Hinduism is called Sanatan Dharm which means…
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What foods are forbidden in Santan Dharm?
There is food of 3 kinds. Satvik which is free from meat and this for any person who is highly devoted to God(Sri Bhagwan). The highest duty of a Hindu is to practice “ahinsa parmo dharm” which means to practice…
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What is Atma (Soul)?
The Atma is the innermost essence, the true existence and identity of a being. Hindus call this subtle, conscious, invisible life-force Atman. Living being possesses consciousness due to the presence of the Atma(soul) in their bodies. The Atma is not…
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What is Namaste?
Namaste is not just a way of saying hello but it is to pay respect. Every living being is an Atma (Soul). Shri Bhagwan (God) is also called the Super Soul, the source and origin of the Atma(Soul). If the…
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Who founded Sanatan Dharm (Hinduism)?
There is no single founder/messenger/prophet of Sanatan Dharm. It has many people known as Rishis who contributed to it over time. It is based on divine revelations experienced by a series of Rishis.Sages, while they were in deep intense meditation.…
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What is Sanatan Dharm and Hinduism, Is there a difference?
The word Hindu is a combination of the first letter “Hi” of Himalayas and the last compound letter “ndu” of the word Bindu. It refers to India as Hindustan, a country between the Himalayan Mountains and Bindu Sarovaer (cape Commorin…
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How old is Sanatan Dharm?
Sanatan Dharm (Hinduism) is the oldest religion known to mankind. It predates recorded history. Thus, Sanatan Dharm has no start date. This makes perfect sense as there was no way to measure time as we do now with the calendar…
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What is the Dharmic view on environment?
In the Indian Vedic tradition, nature is not merely a resource to be exploited but is revered as Mother Nature—a living, divine presence. This understanding calls us to reflect on our own behavior and responsibilities towards the environment. Within the…
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Which Sampradaya did Tulsidas belong to?
Ramanandi Sampradaya
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How many children did Bhagwan Krishn have?
You can watch this video on this topic or look at the details in the article below. Before exploring the list of Bhagwan Krishn’s children, it may be helpful to first understand How many wives did Bhagwan Krishn have? Shri…
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How many wives did Bhagwan Krishn have?
You can watch this video on this topic or look at the details in the article below. It is mentioned in the Bhagwat Puran that Bhagwan Krishn had 16,108 wives. This is described in detail in the Srimad Bhagwat Puran,…
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Works of Adi Shankracharya
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Yaksha Prashna From Mahabharat
Questions/Answers between Lord Dharm Dev and Pandu Putra Yudhisthir Yakhs Prashn, Dharm Baka Upakhyan: appears in the Mahabharat, in Book of Forest (Aranyaka Parva ~ Vana Parva). Quick Prelude: One day while living in exile in the forest, Yudhishthir finds…
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Universal Mantra
1. Aum vishwani deva savitar duritani parasuva yad bhadram tanna asuva. English Translation: Sri Bhagwan! The creator of the universe cleanse us of all kinds of vice and sorrows. Give us the noble qualities. 2. Aum agnay naya supatha raye…
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Sarway Bhawantoo Mantra
Sarway bhawantoo sukhinam,Sarway santoo nirmayah,Sarway bhadranee pashyantoo,Ma kashchit dukha mapnuyat. English Translation: May all find happiness in you.May all be free from sufferings.May all realize goodness,May no one suffer from pain.
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Moksh Mantra
Aum asato ma sad gamaya,Tamaso ma jyotir gamaya,Mrityorma amritam gamaya. Sri Bhagwan, Lead us from untruth to truth,Lead us from darkness to light,Lead us from death to immortality.
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Shanti Mantra
Aum dyauhshanti antarikshamshanti prithvishanti rapahshanti roshadhayashanti vanaspatayahshanti vishvedevashanti Brahmashanti sarvamshanti shanti-revashanti saamashanti-redhi.Aum shanti; santi; shanti Hindi: ॐ द्यौ: शान्तिरन्तरिक्षँ शान्ति:, पृथ्वी शान्तिराप: शान्तिरोषधय: शान्ति: । वनस्पतय: शान्तिर्विश्वे देवा: शान्तिर्ब्रह्म शान्ति:, सर्वँ शान्ति:, शान्तिरेव शान्ति:, सा मा शान्तिरेधि ॥ ॐ शान्ति:…
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Family Welfare Mantra
Aum anuvratah pituh putro matra bhavatoo sammanah. Jaya patye-madhu matim wacham wadhatoo shantiwam. Aum ma Bhrata bhrataram dwikshan ma swasara muta swasa. Samyanchah savrata bhootwa wacham vadata bhadraya. Aum samani prapa sahawo’ nna bhagah samanay yoktre sahawo yunajmi. samyancho gnim…
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Mealtime Prayer
Aum annpatay annasya no dehyana miwasya shushminah; prapradataram tarisha urjam no dhehi dwipaday chatuspaday. English Translation: Sri Bhagwan, the provider of food! May you give us healthy and energy producing food. Give happiness to those who give charity. May all…
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MahaKali Mantra
Aum Jayanti Mangala Kali Bhadrakali KapaliniDurga Kshama Shiva Dhatri Svaha Svadha Namostuthe. English Translation: Salutations to Jayanti one who is always victorious, Mangala who is the bestower of auspiciousness, Kali who is beyond time and space, Bhadrakali Who is the…
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Aum Gan Ganapataye Namo
Mantra 1: Aum gan ganapathaye namo namahShri sidhivinayaka namo namahAshta vinayaka namo namahGanapathi bappa moraya English Translation: It means bowing down to the Almighty Bhagwan Ganpati with all our existence and accepting all his great qualities in our self being.…
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Maha Mrityunjay Mantra
महामृत्युंजय मंत्र Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahe sungandhim pushtivardhanamUrvaarukamive bandhanaat mrityormukshiya maamritaat ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् |उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात् || English Translation: I meditate on the supreme and surrender myself to the Divine Being Bhagwan Shiv who embodies the power of…
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Narsingh Jayanti
On Vaishakh Shukla Chturdashi (fourteenth day in the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month Vaishakh) protector of devotees Lord Vishnu incarnated as Narsingh (“Nar” means man & “Singh” means Lion), he appeared from a pillar to make true the…
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Akshey Tritiya
Baisakh ShuklaTritya (third day in the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month Baisakh is called Akshey Tritiya it is believed that Treta Yuga (an era in which Lord Shri Ram incarnated) commenced on this day. Jap (repetition of a…
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Baisakhi
Baisakhi is an important festival of Punjab which is celebrated on Vaishakh Sakranti at harvesting time of the Rabi crops with vigor and joy. Baisakhi is derived from the word Vaishakh, which is the second Hindu lunar month in which…
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Celebrate Hanuman Jayanti: Significance and Rituals
Hanuman Jayanti Hindus across the world celebrate Hanuman Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Hanuman, on Chaitra Shukla Poornima (the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra). Bhagwan Hanuman is worshipped either individually or alongside Bhagwan Shri…
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Ram Navami
In Treta yug era Lord Vishnu incarnated as Ram through King Dasharath’s wife Kaushalya in Punarvasu Nakshatra (seventh planet) and Kark Lagna (Cancer ascendant) on Chaitra Shukla Navami (ninth day in the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month Chaitra).…
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Skandh Shashthi
This festival is celebrated in reverence of Kartikeya on Chaitra Shukla Shashthi (sixth day in the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month Chaitra), Bhagwan Vishnu and Bhagwan Shiv is believed most superior Gods and Mata Uma (wife of Bhagwan…
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Navratri
Navaratris (“Nav” means Nine “Ratri” means Night, hence Navaratri means Nine Nights) comes in one year. Only two of them viz, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada to Navami (First to ninth day in the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month Chaitra)…
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Gudi Padava
Gudi Padava falls on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada (first day of bright fortnight of Hindu lunar month Chaitra). This festival is also known as Nav Sanvatsar Pratipada (First date of the Year) It is believed that:1-According to the Hindu time calculations…
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Sheetla Ashtami
Sheetla, the Goddess presiding over small donkey is worshipped on Chaitra Krishna Ashtami (eighth day in the dark fortnight of the Hindu lunar month Chaitra). It is believed that worshiping the Goddess Sheetala on this day protects against small pox…
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Gangaur Gauri fast
Gangaur Gauri fast is observed from Chaitra Krishna Pratipada to Chaitra Shukla Dvitiya (the first Jay of the black fortnight to second day of bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month Chaitra). Married women as well as unmarried girls observe…
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Twamav Mata Cha Pita Twamav
त्वमेव माता च पिता त्वमेव Tvameva Maataa Ca Pitaa Tvam-Eva You are my Mother And You are my Father त्वमेव बन्धुश्च सखा त्वमेव Tvameva Bandhush Cha Sakhaa Tvam-Eva You are my Relative And You are my Friend त्वमेव विद्या द्रविणम्…
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World Map in Hindu Scriptures
Vedic Indian Civilization is the oldest living civilization. Although some credit the Greeks for many scientific innovations but Vedic Indian civilization had mastered many scientific discoveries thousands of years prior to the Greeks. Due to multiple invasions and looting from…
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Swami VivekAnand Downloads
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Gyatri Mantra
Aum bhur bhuvah svah tat-savitur varenyam bhargo devasya dhimahi dhiyo yo nah prachodayat
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Why Hindus light Lamps(Diya)?
All auspicious functions commence with the lighting of the Diya lamp, this is often maintained right through the occasion, festival, ritual or pooja. Light symbolizes knowledge and darkness represents ignorance. Ishwar/Bhagwan(God) is the principle of knowledge who is the source,…
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Life of Adi Shankracharya
Shankracharya was born in the 8th century, over 1000 years after the Buddha had departed the earth. At the time, the region of Bharat India was primarily dominant of Buddhism, Jainism and atheist people. At that time of his birth…
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Life of Adi Shankracharya – Hindi
भगवान बुद्ध पृथ्वी छोड़ने के बाद, लगभग 1000 साल बाद शंकराचार्य का जन्म 8 वीं शताब्दी में हुआ था। उस समय, भारत का क्षेत्र मुख्य रूप से बौद्ध धर्म, जैन धर्म और नास्तिक लोगों का प्रभावशाली था। उनके जन्म के…
What is Dharm?
Closest word in English to Dharm is religion however the word religion it is very limited. Sanatan Dharm is best translated as eternal Dharm. Dharm can be best described as one’s quest to find the truth that leads them to GOD (Parmatma). Dharm can be different from person to person as Dharm is relative to […]
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What is Sanatan Dharm and Hinduism, Is there a difference?
The word Hindu is a combination of the first letter “Hi” of Himalayas and the last compound letter “ndu” of the word Bindu. It refers to India as Hindustan, a country between the Himalayan Mountains and Bindu Sarovaer (cape Commorin Sea). Sanatan Dharm is the correct name for Hinduism. Sanatan Dharm means eternal Dharm. So […]
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What does “Hindu” mean?
There are many theories on how the word Hindu came about. The word Hindu is a distorted version of the word Sindhu. It is believed that the ancient Persians, who lived on the other side of the river Sindhu, pronounced the letter “S” as “H”. So the word Sindhu became Hindu over time. However this […]



