10 Things You Need to Know About Knowledge
Thursday October 30, 2003
You may have myriad question about knowledge. The Gita has answers to them all. Here are top ten questions you may have, all answered by the Lord Krishna Himself...more
Vegetarianism: Non-violence as Daily Practice
Tuesday October 28, 2003
At the end of the Vegetarian Awareness Month (October), Guest Columnist Jennifer Polan looks at how a vegetarian lifestyle can become a practice of 'ahimsa' in thought, speech and action...more
It's Brother's Day!
Sunday October 26, 2003
"Bhai Dooj" is an auspicious day for Hindu sisters to ceremonize their love by putting a holy spot ('tilak') on the forehead of their brothers as a mark of love ... Read More
HAPPY DIWALI!
Friday October 24, 2003
Today is Diwali...the greatest Hindu festival. Learn about its origin and significance, send an e-greeting, gift the young ones some good Diwali books, sing the Diwali hymn, set a Diwali ... Read More
10 Reasons to Celebrate Diwali
Tuesday October 21, 2003
There are 10 mythical and historical reasons why Diwali is a great time to celebrate. And there are good reasons not just for Hindus but also for all others to ... Read More
Get Ganesha on Your Cellphone!
Sunday October 19, 2003
It's easy to wish "May Lord Ganesha Bless You" to a dear one by sending a picture SMS on her cellphone. Find out how to create a Ganesha image on ... Read More
Top 7 Diwali Books for Children
Thursday October 16, 2003
Don't miss this selection of colorful books that tell kids the significance, and how to prepare for and celebrate Diwali - the Festival of Lights - that falls on October ... Read More
The Sai Baba of Shirdi
Tuesday October 14, 2003
On the occasion of the 85th death anniversary (October 15) of the Sai Baba of Shirdi, we look at the life of one of India's most revered saints. Before his ... Read More
Karwa Chauth: Fast for Married Women
Saturday October 11, 2003
Nine days before Diwali, on the fourth day of the new moon immediately following Dusshera, comes Karwa Chauth, a special day for married women. This year it falls on Tuesday, ... Read More
The Basics of Hindu Calendar System
Thursday October 9, 2003
The various Hindu calendars are based on eras and epochs. Generally, the Hindu calendar follows the lunar year that consists of 12 lunar months. A lunar month has two fortnights. ... Read More
Welcome Home the Goddess of Beauty & Wealth
Monday October 6, 2003
It is believed that on the full moon night (Oct 9) following Dusshera or Durga Puja, Goddess Lakshmi herself visits homes of devotees and replenishes its inhabitants with wealth. Read ... Read More
Wish You A "Happy Vijayadashami"
Sunday October 5, 2003
As the 9 divine nights of "Navaratri" end with the festivities of "Dusshera" & "Vijayadashami", here's wishing you all the very best for the year ahead. On this day, people ... Read More
Durga Puja Begins (Oct 2-5)
Wednesday October 1, 2003
Durga Puja is the principal festival during Navaratri, especially in Eastern India and particularly in Bengal. Overseas, Puja is celebrated by the Bengali community across the world. Public ceremonies of ... Read More