My Journey to a Hindu Chaplaincy
The concept of a chaplain evolved in the West into a service within the military and then into an institution […]
The Impact of My Dad’s Morning Prayers
Worshiping with my father as a child established my connection with Hinduism and allowed me to later pass it on
A Testimony to Turmeric
Celebrated for its many benefits, this golden spice offers anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, enhancing well-being By Lakshmi Sridharan, San Jose
Vanamali Mataji: All Women Are Sacred
By Erica Bassani, Rishikesh It was my great good fortune to interview this 84-year-old saint at her Rishikesh ashram March
The Divine Bovine
Hinduism venerates animals as part of the Sacred, with cows holding a unique, celestial status, symbolizing virtue, prosperity and purity
Let’s Respect Priests with Dharmic Bylaws
Reflections on how USA Hindu temples can have a proper professional relationship with their priests that benefits everyone By Paul
Ram Janmabhoomi
Let the Pilgrimages Begin! In the sacred land where flows the Sarayu River, Ram Lala has made His divine return
ADI SHANKARA
India’s Great Spiritual General Written by Swami Advayananda, Brahmacharini Taarini Chaitanya & Sudarshan Ramabadran. Art by Sasi Edavarada, Gopi Chevayur
Kashmir’s Temples Emerge from Difficult Times Stronger than Ever
While not on the scale of some built by ancient kings, 6,000 temples dot the landscape, many being rebuilt with
The Sweet Nectar of Madurai
From the grand Meenakshi citadel to hundreds of roadside shrines, explore the historic streets of this deeply devout South Indian