Animal Sacrifice in Hinduism: Myth, History, and Debate
Ritual, Ethics, and Diet: The Debate Over Animal Sacrifice in Hindu Texts Animal sacrifice has been a topic of debate in Hinduism for ages. In recent times, especially after the rise of the Bhakti movement, the debate has intensified in many regions. Vaishnavites are the prominent advocates of vegetarianism and have advocated against animal sacrifice…
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There Is No God! The Creation Can Be Explainded Without A Creator
No God, No Problem: Here Is Why Some Hindu Sages Rejected The Idea Of A Creator Hindu texts have mixed views on God and a creator. While many schools of thought clearly decline the concept of a creator, others argue for its existence as the core of the universe. The early Vedic texts, like the…
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Going Above And Beyond Moksha: From Philosophy to Devotion
The Two Edges of Hindu Philosophy Among the four Purusharthas, Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha, Moksha is regarded as the highest goal of human life. The Upanishads and later philosophical schools (Darshanas) consistently describe liberation as the final purpose of existence, though they define it in different ways. For example, the Samkhya school views Moksha…
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The Silent Crisis: How Modern Food Is Losing Its Nutrients
Modern Farming and the Decline of Nutrients in Our Food Our parents and grandparents often say that food used to be tastier and healthier compared to today. This isn’t just nostalgia—scientific research supports the idea that modern food contains fewer nutrients than it once did. Over the years, farming methods, soil quality, and environmental factors…
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India’s Honking Culture: Why Do We Love Honking Too Much?
Blow Horn! Exploring India’s Love Affair with Honking Like love languages, Indian traffic has its own language – and that’s honking! It is the unofficial soundtrack of Indian traffic. From busy streets to quiet neighbourhoods, horns are everywhere, and Indians have turned it into a full-blown culture. Indians and their obsession with hitting horns is…
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The Unsung Environmental Heroes: How Ragpickers and Kabadiwalas Fight Environmental Wars
India’s Waste Crisis Needs Its Ragpickers More Than Ever In the early hours of the day, ragpickers comb through every nook and cranny of our streets, searching for discarded trash. With oversized sacks slung over their shoulders, they collect plastics, metals, glass, paper, and other waste we throw away. They collect all the waste that…
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Beyond Religion: The Timeless Concept of Dharma in Hindu Philosophy
“Where There Is Dharma, There Will Be Victory” In Hindu philosophy, Dharma is the first principle of the four Purusharthas – Dharma, Artha Kama, and Moksha. All the Vedas, Upanishads, Dharmshastras, and Darshans have discussed Dharma and asserted it as the utmost principle among all. In a simple definition, Dharma is a cosmic law that…
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The Sacred Peepal Through the Lens of Science and Spirituality
Worship Of The Peepal Tree Dates Back To The Indus Valley Civilization Since ancient times, Hinduism has revered trees, rivers, mountains, and animals. Hindu scriptures portray nature as a divine manifestation, essential for sustaining life and nurturing Mother Earth. The earliest evidence of tree and animal worship dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization. In…
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The Poetic Verse: Exploring the Divine Intersection of Music, Poetry, and Literature in Sanatan Dharma
The Earliest Written Form Of Organised Music And Poetry Can Be Traced To The Vedas In a sacred rite, the Acharyas ignite Agni, offering ghee, flowers, and naivedyam, while reciting Mantras in a soothing rhythm. The recitation of mantras is an ancient tradition in Sanatan Dharma, passed down unchanged from generation to generation. Listening to…
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Can You Eat Expired Food? The Truth About Food Expiry Dates
Consuming Food That Has Crossed Its Expiry Date Is Safe And Good For The Environment. Every packaged food item is accompanied by an ‘expiry date’ label, ranging from one week to 36 months, depending on the product category. While dairy and meat products typically have shorter shelf lives, items like rolled oats can last for…
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