No weapon can cleave the soul, no fire can burn it, says the Bhagavad Gita. "For death is certain to one who is born...thou shalt not grieve for what is ... Read More

Harmful habits like consuming tobacco is considered immoral and sinful in Hinduism. Can religion, in any way, help smokers quit the habit? On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day ... Read More

Find out what the stars foretell in this Vedic astrology column by renowned Hindu astologer 'Jyotish' Asish Kumar Das. Just select your zodiac sign and read about your forecast for ... Read More

Hindus form the second largest religious community in New Zealand. Here is a report on the first New Zealand Hindu Conference, which was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Helen Clark ... Read More

The most obvious misconception about Hinduism is that we tend to see it as a religious faith. To be precise, Hinduism is a way of life, a dharma. Dharma does ... Read More

The original Sanskrit text of "Panchatantra" was written by Pandit Vishu Sharma around 200 BC, and contained a collection of popular tales. Each of these stories has ... Read More

Bhajans are simple songs in soulful language expressing the many-splendored emotions of love for God. The origin of bhajans can be found in the hymns of the Vedas. It is ... Read More

Mira Bai is widely known as an incarnation of Radha, the consort of Lord Krishna. Mira’s earthly life was full of troubles, yet she kept up an undaunted spirit by ... Read More

Peace of mind is the most sought after 'commodity' in human life. It appears that most of us are in a state of perpetual restlessness. Broadcaster and scientist Shri Gyan ... Read More

Although it is not mandatory for a Hindu to visit a temple regularly, they play a vital role in Hindu society and culture. Learn about the basics of what a ... Read More

"You are what your deep, driving desire is. As your desire is, so is your will. As your will is, so is your deed. As your deed is, so is ... Read More

Although one cannot state, “I am a vegetarian because I am a Hindu,” for many Hindus, vegetarianism is more than a way of life, it is a tradition. Vegetarianism can ... Read More

On the occasion of the birthday of Lord Buddha (May 2, 2004), we look at Hindu-Buddhist connections. The two religions have close relations, yet they are distinct. This was because ... Read More