The word “dharma” has multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Monier-Williams’ Sanskrit-English Dictionary lists several, including: conduct, duty, right, justice,
Ātman is a Sanskrit word that means ‘self’. In Hindu philosophy, especially in the Vedanta school of Hinduism, Ātman is the first principle, the true
Hindus have always believed Ganga Jal to be pure, pious and drinkable no matter what. Much reverence is given to Ganga water during Hindu rituals
The Gayatri Mantra, chronicled in the Rig Veda and written in Sanskrit, has been chanted for many centuries before. ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यं । भर्गो
The Sri Yantra is a series of interlocking triangles with a perfect ratio of 3.14 or the divine number, Pi. It is thought that this
Sri Hanuman, who aided Lord Rama in his expedition against evil forces, is one of the most popular deity in the Hindu pantheon. Believed to be an avatar of Lord
Why Karwa Chauth and Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi share 29 October 2026, with distinct rituals, regional customs and New Delhi moonrise timings.
Karva Chauth 2026 is Thursday, Oct 29 — Delhi moonrise ~8:18 PM. Puja muhurat, the sargi-to-moon ritual, and the stories of Veervati, Karva and Draupadi.
Explore Maa Siddhidatri’s form, meaning and symbols, with a simple Navratri reflection and a practice you can carry into daily life.
Explore Maa Mahagauri’s form, meaning and symbols, with a simple Navratri reflection and a practice you can carry into daily life.
Explore Maa Kalaratri’s form, meaning and symbols, with a simple Navratri reflection and a practice you can carry into daily life.
Sanskriti comes from the Sanskrit root “kr” which means to do or to make prefix “sam” is applied before it to convey a sense of embellishment. It means actions done for the holistic refinement and perfection all the potentialities within a human being.
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