Hinduism

Sacred Hindu Trees and Plants

In Hinduism, many trees and plants are worshiped. In ancient scriptures too, it is mentioned that plants and trees are worshiped and it is practiced by Hindus since ages. The Aryans worshiped the nature and we all in some or the ...

Remedies For Kaal Sarpa Dosh

There are many people who suffer from Kaal Sarpa Yoga (Dosh). Kaal sarpa dosh is considered to be evil and the person goes through sorrow, bad health, misery and struggle during this period. 'Kaal' represents the time, while 'Sarpa' symbolizes the ...

Kashi: Holy City For Hindus

Kashi is popularly called the city of Gods. This city ranks highest among the holy cities of Hinduism. Benaras yatra is a part of the Hindu dictum of pilgrimages. There is something about the holy city of Kashi that makes it ...

Significance Of Monday Fast In Hinduism

Many Hindu followers fast on Mondays. It is one of the most auspicious days of the week as it is in honour of Lord Shiva, the ascetic God who lives in the mountains of Kailash. There are many rituals and myths ...

10 Richest Temples Of India

Temple is a place of worship for Hindu devotees. And you can find en number of temples in this spiritual country. Every nook and corner, below the tree shades and near footpaths, you will find a big or small temple. But, ...

Vasant Navratri: Nine Holy Nights Festival

Vasant or Chaitra Navratri is celebrated every year in the Vasanta Rhitu (beginning of summer that is March-April). Vasant means Spring whereas it is also called as Chaitra because it falls in the lunar month of Chaitra. In Hinduism, Navratri (nine ...

Spiritual Uses Of Turmeric In Hinduism

Turmeric is a spice that is widely used as a spice for cooking in Indian kitchen. It is one of the most basic Indian spices without which food cannot be cooked in Indian households. But turmeric is not just a culinary ...

The Holy Books Of Hinduism

Hinduism is not really a religion. It is more like a way of life. Hinduism is neither monotheistic nor restricted to one religious scripture. That is why there are many holy books in Hinduism. Unlike Christianity or Islam, it is a ...

Kamakhya Temple: Story Of A Bleeding Devi

Kamakhya temple is a famous pilgrimage situated at Guwahati, Assam. The temple is located on the Nilachal hill in Guwahati at about 8 kms from the railway station. The Kamakhya temple is dedicated to the tantric goddesses. Apart from the deity ...

Important Birth Rituals In Hinduism

The birth of child is a very important event in any Hindu family. All family members want the birth of baby to be special and an auspicious event. And the event can be made auspicious by following all the birth rituals ...

Holika Dahan: Bonfire Rituals

Holi, the Indian festival of colours is coming closer every passing day. Tomorrow is Holika Dahan. It is an evening of bonfires. On this day, a bonfire is lit and then worshiped. Holika Dahan symbolises the win of good over evil. ...

How To Stay Safe This Holi?

Holi, the Indian festival of colours is around the corner, and people are getting ready to celebrate this festival of colours. Smearing colours to the guests and acquaintance is the norm of this Indian festival. Though celebrating this festival is fun, ...

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