The International Temples Convention and Expo was recently held at Tirupati. This monumental event brought together temples from 58 countries, representing Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism and Jainism.
The International Temples Convention and Expo was recently held at Tirupati. This monumental event brought together temples from 58 countries, representing Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
Over 45 crore people are expected to attend this year, including 15-20 lakh Kalpvasis, thus making it the largest human aggregation in recorded history. The event area spreads over 4,000 hectares with 12 kilometres of infrastructure, which is a wonder.
Bhagwat had earlier remarked, "Certain individuals raise issues around temples and mosques to position themselves as leaders of Hindus, especially concerning the Ram Mandir."
Sri Krishna Janmashtami also known as Gokulashtami is a grand festival celebrated with passionate fervour by devotees all over India and abroad to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna, a reincarnation of Lord Vishnu, in Dapar, one of the four Yugas in Hinduism.
Fasting is a basic law in the world’s major religions. The manner of observance, of course, differs such as the timing of the year, the duration, and certain accompanying rituals.
Fire on the Ganges is an insightful yet compassionate book that hits hard with its bare facts by examination of the systemic gaps within a highly stratified society that systematically marginalises the specific community of the Doms, depriving them of even the basic remnants of humanity.
Earlier this year, the SP leader had sparked public outrage for his comments against Hinduism.
There is a striking difference between Hindu religious paintings and sculptures and Renaissance art in how mythological images are portrayed.
The roots of Brahminism are very deep and the reason for all the disparity is also Brahminism itself, says SP veteran.
