Hinduism is the third largest religion worldwide with one billion adherents. Over 900 million followers of Hinduism live on the Indian subcontinent. The roots of Hinduism can be traced back to the Vedic traditions of ancient India several thousand years before the birth of Christ, making Hinduism the world's oldest religion. Hinduism does not require allegiance to a particular creed. The tolerance of difference along with openness to a variety of beliefs makes Hinduism a religious traditions rather than a dogmatic set of beliefs frequently associated with the western idea of a religion.
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The Kundalini rises and you feel the presence of unconditional love. Something is different in this moment; you are awakened. Yes, something is different. Something is different because you are experiencing spiritual transformation and Kundalini awakening (also known as true serpent power).
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Mantras are sounds which "form" the unformed stuff of the universe. Sanskrit mantras are sound formulas for transformation. Each word, syllable, or phrase is designed for transformation, higher-order thinking, and protection as we co-create our reality. Mantras are a way to connect with the Creative Spirit and to actively participate in the creation process as a co-creator.
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The reason I am writing this article is because I got married very recently. A very few people are lucky enough not just to find their ideal man, but to get married to that man in an ideal wedding.
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Every devout Hindu begins his daily worship, all important events and religious festivals by invoking Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.
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Elephant-headed Ganesha, Hinduism's most popular deity, is a study in dichotomy. He is held in awe and reverence as a powerful force who removes obstacles in people's lives. But Ganpati also evokes a very down-to-earth affection. Some of this warmth emanates from his close involvement in our everyday lives and from the mythological tales about him and his family. The legends about Ganpati depict him as a devoted son and a loving brother.
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Among the 64 limbs of devotional practices, there are five main limbs of that which can award one love of God. They are: associating with devotees, studying Srimad Bhagavatam, chanting the holy name of Sri Krishna, worshipping His form and residing in a holy place. The power of these five limbs cannot be estimated.
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Sibling rivalry is the same everywhere, whether the kids live in Minneapolis, Morocco or Mount Kailasa, the home of the gods. Shiva and Parvati had their hands full as peacemakers in the incessant quarrels between their two sons, Ganesha and Kartikeya.
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That broken tusk on Ganesha… what's it all about? There are three different possibilities. This article discusses those stories.
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The Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic attributed to the poet Valmiki and an important part of the Hindu canon. The Ramayana consists of 24,000 verses in seven cantos and tells the story of Rama, whose wife Sita is abducted by the demon king of Lanka, Ravan.
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