Religious Symbols in Pop Culture — Respect or Appropriation?

Religious Symbols in Pop Culture — Respect or Appropriation? In today’s globalized world, the boundary between sacred faith and mainstream entertainment is increasingly blurred. From celebrities wearing religious pendants to fashion brands using sacred imagery on clothes, religious symbols have found a visible place in popular culture. But this growing presence raises a critical question — is it a mark of respect and inclusivity, or an act of cultural and spiritual appropriation? The Rise of… Continue reading Religious Symbols in Pop Culture — Respect or Appropriation?

 November 13, 2025

Interfaith Marriages: Bridging Belief Systems

Interfaith Marriages: Bridging Belief Systems In today’s rapidly changing world, love often crosses boundaries that once seemed immovable — geography, culture, language, and even religion. Among the most transformative of these unions are interfaith marriages, where two people from different religious backgrounds choose to share their lives together. Once considered rare or controversial, such marriages are increasingly common in the 21st century, challenging traditional ideas about faith, identity, and family. More importantly, they show that… Continue reading Interfaith Marriages: Bridging Belief Systems

 November 12, 2025

The Sacred Geometry in Religious Architecture

The Sacred Geometry in Religious Architecture Since ancient times, human beings have sought to express the divine through art, design, and structure. Among these expressions, one of the most profound and mysterious is sacred geometry — the use of specific shapes, proportions, and mathematical principles believed to reflect the order of the universe and the mind of the Creator. Across cultures and centuries, from Hindu temples to Islamic mosques, from Gothic cathedrals to Buddhist stupas,… Continue reading The Sacred Geometry in Religious Architecture

 November 10, 2025

How Different Faiths Interpret the “Creation” Story

How Different Faiths Interpret the “Creation” Story The question of how the universe began has fascinated humanity since the dawn of time. Every civilization, every faith, and every culture has tried to answer the same mystery: Where did we come from, and why are we here? The “Creation” story—how life, earth, and the cosmos came into being—is one of the most universal narratives in human history. Though religions differ in their explanations, all share a… Continue reading How Different Faiths Interpret the “Creation” Story

 November 8, 2025

The Idea of Sin and Redemption Across Religions

The Idea of Sin and Redemption Across Religions From the dawn of civilization, humanity has struggled with one timeless question: why do humans commit wrongs, and how can they find forgiveness? Across the world’s great religions, the concepts of sin and redemption—wrongdoing and the hope of being restored—form the moral backbone of faith. Though each tradition interprets these ideas differently, all share a common purpose: to guide human beings from error toward enlightenment, from guilt… Continue reading The Idea of Sin and Redemption Across Religions

 November 8, 2025

Karma and Accountability — How Ancient Beliefs Align with Modern Ethics

Karma and Accountability — How Ancient Beliefs Align with Modern Ethics The idea of karma—that every action has a consequence—is one of the most profound and enduring concepts in human thought. Rooted in the ancient philosophies of India, karma transcends religion and enters the realm of universal morality. In essence, karma teaches that what we think, say, and do creates energy that eventually returns to us, shaping our present and future. When examined through the… Continue reading Karma and Accountability — How Ancient Beliefs Align with Modern Ethics

 November 8, 2025

Core Beliefs & Doctrines: The Heart of Human Faith

Core Beliefs & Doctrines: The Heart of Human Faith Every religion, philosophy, or worldview is built upon a foundation of core beliefs and doctrines—the essential principles that guide thought, behavior, and the moral compass of its followers. These doctrines act like a spiritual constitution, shaping how communities understand divinity, creation, morality, and the purpose of life. Yet, despite differences across traditions, the underlying essence of these beliefs often points toward universal values—truth, compassion, justice, and… Continue reading Core Beliefs & Doctrines: The Heart of Human Faith

 November 8, 2025

The Law of Karma – What You Sow, You Reap

The Law of Karma – What You Sow, You Reap In every corner of the world, people wonder why life unfolds the way it does. Why do some experience happiness while others face endless challenges? Why do good people sometimes suffer and those who harm others appear to succeed?The answer to these eternal questions lies in one universal principle — the Law of Karma. The word Karma comes from the ancient Sanskrit root “Kri”, meaning… Continue reading The Law of Karma – What You Sow, You Reap

 October 27, 2025

National Day of Prayer, reshaped by pandemic, includes interfaith and online events

National Day of Prayer, reshaped by pandemic, includes interfaith and online events Adelle M. Banks The National Day of Prayer, like most events amid the coronavirus, will have a different look this year as it is marked on Thursday May 7. Now in its 69th year, the observance — often predominated by evangelical Christians gathering in public places — will feature interfaith and even international voices on computer screens and cellphones. For the first time,… Continue reading National Day of Prayer, reshaped by pandemic, includes interfaith and online events

 May 7, 2020

New report finds nonreligious people face stigma and discrimination

New report finds nonreligious people face stigma and discrimination Alejandra Molina undefined (RNS) — For more than 35 years, Jayrod Garrett’s life was immersed in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He fondly remembers going on a missionary trip to Hawaii, participating in a scouts program and making lifelong friends. He also recalls how hurt he felt when a church leader didn’t believe him when a group of kids called him the N-word… Continue reading New report finds nonreligious people face stigma and discrimination

 May 5, 2020

चार्वाक या ब्रहास्पत्य सूत्र से हुयी है नास्तिकता की उत्पत्ति

प्राचीन हिंदू धर्म (धर्म) में एथेसिम या नास्तिकता, देवों के गुरु बृहस्पति द्वारा प्रस्तावित किया गया था। वेदों में  भौतिकवाद के इस मार्ग को जीवन के एक पथ के रूप में ही शामिल किया। जब वेदव्यास द्वारा वेदों को अलग किया गया था तो उनके सिद्धांतों को ब्रहस्पति-सूत्र के रूप में जाना जाता था, जो कि ऋग्वेद का हिस्सा थे। यहाँ एक बात स्पष्ट करते चलें कि ऋग्वेद में चार्वाक नाम से कोई ऋषि नहीं है, बल्कि यह बृहस्पति का दूसरा नाम है। (कारा = सहमत, सुखद + वाका = भाषण)। इसे लोकायत भी कहा जाता था क्योंकि यह लोगों के बीच प्रचलित (था, और इसका मतलब था लोगों का विश्व-दृष्टिकोण। लोकायत (लोकायत)… Continue reading चार्वाक या ब्रहास्पत्य सूत्र से हुयी है नास्तिकता की उत्पत्ति

 November 16, 2019

नास्तिकता, धर्म और नैतिकता  

नास्तिकता, धर्म और नैतिकता नास्तिकता वह सिद्धांत है जो जगत् की सृष्टि करने वाले, इसका संचालन और नियंत्रण करनेवाले किसी भी ईश्वर के अस्तित्व को सर्वमान्य प्रमाण के न होने के आधार पर स्वीकार नहीं करता. यह किसी भी भगवान के प्रति शून्यभाव दर्शाता है. नास्तिकता मुख्य रूप से ईश्वर को अनावश्यक या आस्तित्तव विहीन मानता हैं. या ईश्वर के विषय में कोई विचार ही नहीं रखता लेकिन नास्तिकता अपने आप में एक फ़िलासफ़ी है एक दर्शन… Continue reading नास्तिकता, धर्म और नैतिकता  

 May 23, 2019