Samudra Manthan is a hugely popular saga in Hinduism and is a fascinating episode to learn about. This saga is also why Lord Shiva has such loyal devotees who sing mantras and visit his temples to feel spiritually closer to him. This is discussed often but little is known about the complexities and nuances of this focal part of Hinduism.  So let’s delve deeper into the significance of Samudra Manthan and how it reshaped Hinduism as we know it! What Led to Samudra Manthan It all began when Lord Indra, God of thunder and rains, riding on his divine elephant called Airavata, met the Sage Dur ..read more

What is a Kalpa? In Hinduism, time is considered to be cyclical, with creation and destruction happening in endless cycles. The concept of Kalpa represents one cycle of creation and destruction and is seen as a day in the life of Brahma, the creator god. Each Kalpa lasts for 4.32 billion years and is divided into 14 Manvantaras, each presided over by a different Manu, a progenitor of humanity. Significance of Kalpa in Hinduism The concept of Kalpa has both philosophical and ritual significance in Hinduism. As a Vedanga, Kalpa is one of the six auxiliary disciplines that support the study of th ..read more

Ram Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is observed on the ninth day of the Hindu month of Chaitra, which usually falls in March or April. Ram Navami is an important festival in Hinduism and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion across India and in other parts of the world. Dates for Ram Navami 2023 Ram Navami is celebrated on the 9th day of the Chaitra month, which is in March or April usually. In 2023, Ram Navami is celebrated on the 30th of March. The Legend of Lord Rama Lord Rama embodies virtues, righteou ..read more

Overview Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival celebrated in honour of God Surya. It is observed on the 14th day of the month of January and marks the transition of the sun from the Dhanu Raashi (Sagittarius) to Makar Raashi (Capricorn). One of the traditional customs associated with Makar Sankranti is the donation, consumption, and use of til (sesame seeds). Special significance of Sesame Sankranti and til (sesame) are synonymous to each other and this seamless co-relation is scientific and mythological too. Sesame holds special significance during Makar Sankranti. It is revered as the grain pa ..read more