Biggest Birthday Bash for Global Guru Amma
Sunday September 28, 2003
The four-day 'Amritavarsham 50' celebrations to mark the 50th birthday of Hindu spiritual leader Mata Amritanandamayi, lovingly called 'Amma', which began in Cochin, India on September 24, 2003, drew over ... Read More
Navaratri Begins (Sept 26-Oct 5, 2003)
Wednesday September 24, 2003
During Navaratri (9 Nights), we invoke the power of God in the form of the universal mother Durga through various rituals and fasts. There is no one who does not ... Read More
Mahalaya: Invoking the Mother Goddess
Sunday September 21, 2003
Mahalaya is an auspicious occasion observed seven days before the Durga Puja, and heralds the advent of Durga, the goddess of supreme power. This year it falls on September 25. ... Read More
What Are Substitute Gemstones?
Thursday September 18, 2003
According to Vedic astrology, gemstones can produce a balancing effect to counter specific diseases, healing physical, mental and spiritual defects, based on astro-charts. Real gemstones are costly. But, did you ... Read More
"The Namesake" - A Remarkable Novel by Jhumpa Lahiri
Monday September 15, 2003
One of the most anticipated books of the year, "The Namesake" is a cross-cultural tale of a Hindu family's journey to self-acceptance in Boston. It's the debut novel from Jhumpa ... Read More
Vishwakarma: The Divine Draftsman
Sunday September 14, 2003
September is time to worship Lord Vishwakarma - the presiding deity of all craftsmen and architects. Son of Brahma, he is the divine draftsman of the whole universe, and the ... Read More
The Living Goddess of Nepal
Tuesday September 9, 2003
The custom of worshipping a pre-pubescent girl as the source of supreme power is an old Hindu-Buddhist tradition that still continues to this day in Nepal. Every September, on the ... Read More
The Story Behind Onam
Monday September 8, 2003
The first half of September marks some high-spirited celebrations in southern India, with ONAM. How did it originate? "A long long time ago, a demon king called Mahabali ruled Kerala..." ... Read More
Cher Sings Gayatri Mantra
Saturday September 6, 2003
The Gayatri Mantra is one of the oldest and most powerful of Hindu hymns that has its origin in the Rig Vedas (1200-900 BC). Now it features in Cher's latest ... Read More
Chyawanprash: Everyday Ayurveda & Your Well-being
Monday September 1, 2003
Chyawanprash is a comprehensive herbal tonic with multiple health benefits, prepared according to an ancient Ayurvedic formula. Used by people around the world today, especially in India, this black 'jam' ... Read More