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Auspicious Bathing Dates at the Kumbh Mela
The Kumbh Mela is one of the most important gatherings for Hindus, taking place this year at Haridwar. There are special days dedicated for bathing in the holy Ganga.
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Auspicious Bathing Dates at the Kumbh Mela
The Kumbh Mela is one of the most important gatherings for Hindus, taking place this year at Haridwar. There are special days dedicated for bathing in the holy Ganga.
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Hinduism Is Not a Proselytizing Religion
Hindu leaders have treated all religions as different paths to the same God and have advocated harmonious co-existence of all religions.
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Hinduism Is Not a Proselytizing Religion
Hindu leaders have treated all religions as different paths to the same God and have advocated harmonious co-existence of all religions.
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Diwali, Worldwide Hindu, Sikh & Jain Celebration
Diwali, Hindu Festival of Light, time for Indian families worldwide to celebrate family and friends. A traditional celebration for Hindus, Sikhs & Jains in October/Nov.
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The Hindu Pilgrimage of Ashtavinayaka
Ganesh, the elephant-head God, is revered in Maharashtra. The Ashtavinayaka pilgrimage consists of darshan in eight special temples around the city of Pune.
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The Hindu Pilgrimage of Ashtavinayaka
Ganesh, the elephant-head God, is revered in Maharashtra. The Ashtavinayaka pilgrimage consists of darshan in eight special temples around the city of Pune.
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Tender Krishna
Unable to find Radha, Krishna sits down by the banks of the Yamuna. There Radha's friends approach him and describe the state of the lovelorn maiden.
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Tender Krishna
Unable to find Radha, Krishna sits down by the banks of the Yamuna. There Radha's friends approach him and describe the state of the lovelorn maiden.
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Mixing Religion And Politics
The USCIFR has planned a visit to India to probe the clash in Orissa, India, in which Christians were killed by Hindus. This has drawn protest from the Hindu community.
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Mixing Religion And Politics
The USCIFR has planned a visit to India to probe the clash in Orissa, India, in which Christians were killed by Hindus. This has drawn protest from the Hindu community.
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Bewildered Krishna
Radha sees Krishna with the other maidens and leaves in a fit of jealousy. The lovelorn Krishna searches for her in order to make amends.
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Bewildered Krishna
Radha sees Krishna with the other maidens and leaves in a fit of jealousy. The lovelorn Krishna searches for her in order to make amends.
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The Sindhu Darshana Festival
Since 1997 the people of Ladakh have been celebrating the Sindhu Darshana festival as a symbol of the multicultural multi-religious identity of India.
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The Sindhu Darshana Festival
Since 1997 the people of Ladakh have been celebrating the Sindhu Darshana festival as a symbol of the multicultural multi-religious identity of India.
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The Durban Hindu Temple Dedicated to Shiva
Hindus have built many temples in Durban. One figured prominently during a recent international cricket tournament when some of the team owners went to there to pray.
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The Durban Hindu Temple Dedicated to Shiva
Hindus have built many temples in Durban. One figured prominently during a recent international cricket tournament when some of the team owners went to there to pray.
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London Court Rules Against Open Air Cremation
The London High Court upheld the decision of Newcastle City Council to prohibit open air cremations. The Hindu community in Britain is not happy with the decision.
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London Court Rules Against Open Air Cremation
The London High Court upheld the decision of Newcastle City Council to prohibit open air cremations. The Hindu community in Britain is not happy with the decision.
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Shabari Listens to the Nine Forms of Devotion
The concept of devotion is central to the Ramcharita Manas. Through a dialogue between Rama and Shabari Tulsidas describes ideal devotion and ideal devotees.
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Shabari Listens to the Nine Forms of Devotion
The concept of devotion is central to the Ramcharita Manas. Through a dialogue between Rama and Shabari Tulsidas describes ideal devotion and ideal devotees.
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Akshay Tritiya or Akkha Teej
Akshay Tritiya is traditionally an auspicious day for starting important events. However, over the years, it has degenerated into mere accumulation of wealth.
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Akshay Tritiya or Akkha Teej
Akshay Tritiya is traditionally an auspicious day for starting important events. However, over the years, it has degenerated into mere accumulation of wealth.
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Tulsidas Describes the Birth of Rama
One of the most poignant verses in the Ramcharita Manas describes the birth of Rama to Kaushalya, who is confused by the realization that she has given birth to God.
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Tulsidas Describes the Birth of Rama
One of the most poignant verses in the Ramcharita Manas describes the birth of Rama to Kaushalya, who is confused by the realization that she has given birth to God.
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Free Holi Greetings
Holi, the festival of colors, marks the beginning of spring and is a chance to connect with each other. Find free Holi greeting cards online and select popular messages.
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Free Holi Greetings
Holi, the festival of colors, marks the beginning of spring and is a chance to connect with each other. Find free Holi greeting cards online and select popular messages.
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Holi, the Festival of Colors
Holi, India's most colorful festival, is just around the corner. Find out about Holi origins and traditions and how to celebrate.
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Holi, the Festival of Colors
Holi, India's most colorful festival, is just around the corner. Find out about Holi origins and traditions and how to celebrate.
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The Tamil Thaipusam Festival
Ever wonder why some Indian devotees pierce their bodies or hook objects into their flesh, apparently without pain? Witness Thaipusam, India's most spectacular festival.
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The Tamil Thaipusam Festival
Ever wonder why some Indian devotees pierce their bodies or hook objects into their flesh, apparently without pain? Witness Thaipusam, India's most spectacular festival.
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Carefree Krishna
Radha sometimes imagines Krishna with other maidens and sometimes with her. But despite his infidelity, she cannot get Krishna out of her mind.
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Carefree Krishna
Radha sometimes imagines Krishna with other maidens and sometimes with her. But despite his infidelity, she cannot get Krishna out of her mind.
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Diwali, the Festival of Lights
On October 17, just a couple of weeks before Halloween, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains the world over will celebrate one of their most important festivals - Diwali.
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Diwali, the Festival of Lights
On October 17, just a couple of weeks before Halloween, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains the world over will celebrate one of their most important festivals - Diwali.
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Joyful Krishna
Geet Govind is divided into 24 parts with each part having a number of songs usually portraying a single emotion. The First Part is titled "Joyful Krishna".
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Joyful Krishna
Geet Govind is divided into 24 parts with each part having a number of songs usually portraying a single emotion. The First Part is titled "Joyful Krishna".
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Geet Govind
Geet Govind introduced to the western world a devotional and mystic aspect of Hinduism. It also created a vibrant following of Krishna and Radha in Hindu culture.
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Geet Govind
Geet Govind introduced to the western world a devotional and mystic aspect of Hinduism. It also created a vibrant following of Krishna and Radha in Hindu culture.
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The End of the Yaksha Prashna
Yudhishthir answers all the questions the Yaksha asked to the complete satisfaction of the latter. However the last question was the trickiest one.
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The End of the Yaksha Prashna
Yudhishthir answers all the questions the Yaksha asked to the complete satisfaction of the latter. However the last question was the trickiest one.
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The Wisdom of Yudhishthir
Yudhishthir, the eldest Pandava, was known for his wisdom. He answers a medley of questions from the Yaksha on a wide range of topics.
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The Wisdom of Yudhishthir
Yudhishthir, the eldest Pandava, was known for his wisdom. He answers a medley of questions from the Yaksha on a wide range of topics.
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Yaksha Asks Yudhishthir Answers
His brothers are dead. Yudhishthir is dying of thirst. The Yaksha's questions are unending. Yet Yudhishthir is patiently answering the questions fired at him.
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Yaksha Asks Yudhishthir Answers
His brothers are dead. Yudhishthir is dying of thirst. The Yaksha's questions are unending. Yet Yudhishthir is patiently answering the questions fired at him.
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The Yaksha Prashna Continues
The next sets of questions are simple and focus on the relationships forged in life and on what constitutes good conduct.
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The Yaksha Prashna Continues
The next sets of questions are simple and focus on the relationships forged in life and on what constitutes good conduct.
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The Yaksha and Yudhishthir
The next two sets of questions illustrate what can be learnt from nature and also what directly constitutes good conduct. Yudhishthir answers both sets adeptly.
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The Yaksha and Yudhishthir
The next two sets of questions illustrate what can be learnt from nature and also what directly constitutes good conduct. Yudhishthir answers both sets adeptly.
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Yaksha Prashna
The episode of the Yaksha asking the questions to Yudhishthir is popularly known in Hindi as 'Yaksha Prashna', prashna being the Hindi word for questions.
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