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One of the reasons I am able to translate Sanskrit texts into English with some ease is that Telugu happens to be my first language, where I am automatically introduced to the subtle nuances of Sanskrit. In Telugu many old and archaic Sanskrit words and phrases come to life as how they were...

I would prefer to answer this from the perspective of the scriptures not from the perspective of Hindus since Hindus are not an organized community and their numerous opinions on this subject cannot be summarized or generalized. The Bhagavadgita says clearly that those who do not disturb others...

First, you have to decide is whether you are a religious person or a spiritual person. If you are a religious person, you have to see how far you will take your religion seriously. For me religion is a stepping stone, a phase in the spiritual life of an aspirant. Religion is a mixture of...

One of the central features of Hinduism is belief in rebirth. Each soul goes through numerous births and deaths before it achieves liberation. Belief in rebirth also leads to several other beliefs. For example, Hindus believe that marriage is between two souls, who are bound to the cycle of...

Radha-Krishna are not two different names! Here in India we worship them as Radha-Krishna representing their divine oneness. Historically, the two never got married, and yet praises for their unquestioned devotion are perhaps going to be sung for an eternity. The best way of perceiving their...

We all have grown up listening to the tale of Ramayana. And we all have been mystified by the character of Kumbhakarna, who supposedly slept for six months in a row. But haven’t we all wondered as to why he slept so much, and how was that even humanly possible. There is an interesting story set...

The Mahabharata is one of the finest pieces of literature in this world. No other historical scripture divulges so deeply in the complexity of the human mind, its personality and how it reacts to things. It is profound and entertaining at the same time. It teaches us to apply philosophy when we...

There are many such instances where the symbols and rituals of Vedic culture were completely distorted and falsified by Muhammad in his bid to "create" his brand new religion. However in his haste to deceive and because of his ignorance and illiteracy, thousands of Vedic symbols still remain...

Vedic Past Of Pre-islamic Arabia - BY SRIMATI ADITI CHATURVEDI In 570 AD, the year of Muhammad's birth, Arabia was a thriving, rich and varied Vedic culture. Although monotheism in the forms of Christianity and Judaism were known to the people of Arvasthan, they were undeterred in their...

The word Arabia is itself the abbreviation of a Sanskrit word. The original word is 'Arabasthan'. Since Prakrit 'B' is Sanskrit 'V' the original Sanskrit name of the land is 'Arvasthan'. 'Arva' in Sanskrit means a horse. Arvasthan signifies a land of horses., and as well all know, Arabia is...

In India the crescent moon is always painted across the forehead of the Siva symbol. Since that symbol was associated with the Siva emblem in Kaaba it came to be grafted on the flag of Islam. Another Hindu tradition associated with the Kaaba is that of the sacred stream Ganga (sacred waters of...

Arabian Vedic Roots [Note: A recent(2004) archeological find in Kuwait unearthed a gold-plated statue of the Hindu deity Ganesh. A Muslim resident of Kuwait requested historical research material that can help explain the connection between Hindu civilisation and Arabia.] Glancing through...

A Very Short Introduction to the Three Types of Kathaa The second chapter of the first book of the Nyaaya Sutras discusses the various kinds of kathaa or dialogue as well as the different types of argumentation that can arise during them. I present a partial summary of the contents of that...

Another commonly believed legend about the origin of Diwali/Deepavali is about the murder of Narakasura. Narakasura was the son of Mother Earth, who terrorized the world with his evil ways. He had captured more than 16,000 women and held them in his palace. Lord Krishna came to the rescue of...

Looking to find out what your horoscope sign is? Using the chart below you can easily find your Sun Sign or rhe zodiac sign of anybody you know. The 12 signs of the zodiac are: Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius. Sun Sign...

Each one of the 12 zodiac signs has one or more gem stones associated with it. Do ou know which stone is associated with your zodiac sign? Using the chart below you can easily find out which stone is associated with your zodiac sign. Zodiac Sign Gem Stone(s) Capricorn Garnet Aquarius...

Finding Compatible Signs :- Compatibility of the signs is must, when you are looking to built up relationship. Take advantage by looking into compatibility chart to develop successful relationship. Start your next relationship off right with people who have a compatible zodiac sign. Capricorn...

8 Most Popular Festivals in India are as below: Diwali Dussehra or Vijayadasami Ganesh Chaturthi Holi Navaratri, Dussehara, Durga Puja Onam Krishna Janmashtami/Govinda - Birth of Lord Krishna Durga Puja Rakhi or Raksha Bandhan

Anorexia Nevrosa: • Anorexia is a condition where one has a constant fear of gaining weight • It's a mental disorder Symptoms: • Extremely slim and unhealthy appearance • Minimal food intake • Excessive exercising • Forcible removal of food by induced vomiting Natural home remedy using...

Who the first yogi really was is lost in the sands of time, but the roots of Yoga can be traced as long as 5000 years back. The earliest reference to Yoga was found when archeological excavations where made in the Indus valley - the most powerful and influential civilization in the early antique...