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Subhamoy's Hinduism Blog October 2006 Archive

By Subhamoy Das, About.com Guide to Hinduism since 1999

The Gurus of Sergeant Pepper

Monday October 30, 2006
Did you know that the Beatles' all time great rock/pop album "Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" featured four Hindu gurus on its album cover? Find out who these saints ... Read More

Dictionary of Dreams

Sunday October 29, 2006
Swami Sivananda speaks on dreams in his book "The Philosophy of Dreams." In this excerpt, he analyses the different characters, objects and emotions that appear in our dreams and tries ... Read More

7 Pillars of a Business

Wednesday October 25, 2006
In his “Arthashastra”, the ancient Hindu diplomat Chanakya (aka Kautilya) lists the seven pillars of an organization: The king, the minister, the country, the fortified city, the treasury, the army ... Read More

Bhai Dooj for Brothers & Sisters

Tuesday October 24, 2006
Today is "Bhai Dooj". After the high voltage celebrations of the festival of lights and fire-crackers, sisters all over India get ready for 'Bhai Dooj' - when they ceremonize their ... Read More

Happy New Year 2063!

Sunday October 22, 2006
Today begins the Hindu New Year of 2063 in the Vikram Era. Learn more about the complex and varied traditional calendar systems of the Indians, and the Hindu months, epochs ... Read More

Send a Diwali eCard!

Wednesday October 18, 2006
Choose from a set of beautiful and fun animated ecards to greet your friends and family a Very Happy Diwali. It's Free!... more Related Links: All About Diwali | Diwali Celebrations Around ... Read More

10 Reasons to Celebrate Diwali

Sunday October 15, 2006
Why do we celebrate Diwali? There are 10 mythical and historical reasons why Diwali is a great time to celebrate. Find out... more Related Links: Top 10 Diwali Shopping Sites | The ... Read More

Hindu Haikus: 4 Holy Days

Thursday October 12, 2006
Defining the days around Diwali - Karva Chauth, Dhan Teras, Deepavali major and Deepavali minor - poetically through "haikus" - a Japanese verse form that capture poignant thoughts of the ... Read More

Great Diwali Gifts for Children

Tuesday October 10, 2006
Here's a great gift idea for Diwali, the greatest festival of the Hindus! Sample this selection of colorful books for children on this festival that brings to life the holiday's ... Read More

Karwa Chauth (Oct 10, 2006)

Sunday October 8, 2006
'Karwa Chauth' is a ritual of fasting observed by married Hindu women seeking the longevity, well-being and prosperity of their husbands. It is the most important and difficult fast ... Read More

Lakshmi: Goddess of Wealth & Beauty

Friday October 6, 2006
Tonight, on this moonlit night, Hindus pray to the domestic deity Lakshmi - the goddess of prosperity, wealth, purity, generosity, and the embodiment of beauty, grace and charm... more

Message to the Newly Wed

Wednesday October 4, 2006
In this message, Swami Chidananda blesses all new couples and prays for their happiness, health, prosperity and success in life. He explains the significance of the household, and how the ... Read More

Happy Birthday, Gandhi!

Monday October 2, 2006
On the 137th birth anniversary of Gandhi, the great Indian political and spiritual leader - whose ideals of peace, non-violence and vegetarianism have gained popularity the world over - here're ... Read More
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