When one considers all the great epics and love stories composed, the Ramayana certainly comes to the top of the list. There are many noble… Read More »A Love Epic better than Ramayana – You Can Be in it
Bhakti (भक्ति) comes from Sanskrit meaning “attachment, participation, fondness for, homage, love, devotion, worship”. It refers to an unbending devotion and love for a God… Read More »How to Practice Bhakti?
What is dance? Theatrical dance encompasses rhythmic movements, meant to be viewed by spectators and tell a story. Dancers coordinate their movements with other dancers,… Read More »God’s Cosmic Dance – Rhythm from Creation to Cross
We celebrate Holi on the last Full Moon of the Hindu calendar. With its luni-solar origins, Holi moves around in the Western Calendar, generally coming… Read More »Resurrection First Fruits: Life for you
The word swasti is composed of: Su (सु) – good, well, auspicious Asti (अस्ति) – “it is” Swasti is a benediction or blessing seeking the well-being of people… Read More »Day 7: Swasti in Sabbath Rest
Maha Shivaratri (Great Night of Shiva) celebrations start on the 13th evening of Phalgun, continuing into the 14th. Different from other festivals, it starts after… Read More »Day 6: Good Friday – Jesus’ Maha Shivaratri
The last Full Moon of the Hindu year marks Holi. . Though many make merry at Holi few realize its parallel to another ancient Festival – Passover.… Read More »Day 5: With Holika’s Treachery, Satan coils to strike
Jesus uttered a Curse on Day 3, dooming his nation to exile. Jesus also predicted that his curse would expire, setting in motion events closing… Read More »Day 4: Riding like Kalki to Snuff the Stars
Durvasa Curses Shakuntala We read and hear about curses (Shaap) throughout mythology. Perhaps the most well-known comes from the ancient playwright Kalidasa’s (ca. 400 CE)… Read More »Day 3: Jesus utters The Withering Curse
Jesus had entered Jerusalem in a manner claiming Kingship and as a Light for all nations. This started one of the most tumultuous weeks in… Read More »Day 2: Jesus’ Temple Shutdown … leading to Deadly Showdown