Navratri colors and their significance

Navratri is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil, and the goddess Durga’s triumph over the demon Mahishasura. The festival is celebrated over nine days and nights, and each day is dedicated to worshipping a different incarnation of the goddess.  Navratri Day 1: Yellow (Shailaputri) The first day of the festival is dedicated to the daughter of the ... Read More »

The important things in life

A philosophy professor stood before his class with some items on the table in front of him. When the class began, wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with rocks, about 2 inches in diameter. He then asked the students if the jar was full. They agreed that it was. So ... Read More »

Ananta Chaturdashi

Anant Chaturthi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is observed by Hindus worldwide. On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped in his Anant (Infinite) form. People make a commitment to the Lord and observe the Anant Vrat to get release from sorrow and suffering. The word ‘Anant’ means endless and devotees believe that Lord Narayana will clear all the difficulties ... Read More »

Ajanta Caves

The first Buddhist cave monuments at Ajanta date from the 2nd and 1st centuries B.C. During the Gupta period (5th and 6th centuries A.D.), many more richly decorated caves were added to the original group. The paintings and sculptures of Ajanta, considered masterpieces of Buddhist religious art, have had a considerable artistic influence. The caves at Ajanta are excavated out ... Read More »

Krishna Janmashtami

Krishna Janmashtami, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, one of the most popular deities in Hinduism. The festival is celebrated on the eighth day of the dark fortnight of the Hindu month of Bhadon, which usually falls in August or September. Janmashtami is celebrated for many reasons, including: Unity : The festival brings people together to strengthen ... Read More »

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