From Instagram to Ashram: Younger Disciples and the Future of Guru-Disciple Relationships

From Instagram to Ashram: Younger Disciples and the Future of Guru-Disciple Relationships For centuries, the guru-shishya parampara — the sacred bond between teacher and disciple — has been the foundation of spiritual learning in India. In ancient times, disciples lived in ashrams, serving their gurus, learning scriptures, and absorbing spiritual wisdom through personal guidance. The relationship was intimate, rooted in surrender, faith, and lifelong discipline. But in the 21st century, this sacred equation is undergoing… Continue reading From Instagram to Ashram: Younger Disciples and the Future of Guru-Disciple Relationships

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 October 30, 2025

When Ritual Meets Reality: How Devotional Festivals Are Changing in the 2020s

When Ritual Meets Reality: How Devotional Festivals Are Changing in the 2020s In the 2020s, faith festivals around the world — from Diwali and Eid to Christmas, Navratri, and Kumbh Mela — are no longer only about rituals; they’ve become living expressions of cultural identity, social awareness, and global connection. As societies modernize and technology reshapes human life, devotional festivals are evolving too — blending the sacred with the social, the ancient with the contemporary.… Continue reading When Ritual Meets Reality: How Devotional Festivals Are Changing in the 2020s

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 October 29, 2025

Religion’s Internal Reform: How Traditions Are Adapting to Modern Values Like Gender, Diversity & Inclusion

Religion’s Internal Reform: How Traditions Are Adapting to Modern Values Like Gender, Diversity & Inclusion In every era, religion has served as a mirror to society — reflecting its beliefs, challenges, and aspirations. Today, as the world becomes more interconnected and conscious of values such as gender equality, diversity, and inclusion, faith traditions across the globe are undergoing an internal transformation. Far from losing their essence, these religions are learning to reinterpret ancient wisdom in… Continue reading Religion’s Internal Reform: How Traditions Are Adapting to Modern Values Like Gender, Diversity & Inclusion

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 October 29, 2025

Faith Gatherings at Scale: Lessons from Kumbh Mela 2025 for Your Community

Faith Gatherings at Scale: Lessons from Kumbh Mela 2025 for Your Community In a world increasingly driven by technology and individualism, the Kumbh Mela stands as a timeless example of how faith, community, and organization can come together on an unprecedented scale. The 2025 Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj once again showcased how spirituality can unite millions peacefully — and how lessons from this ancient gathering can be applied to modern communities across the world. The… Continue reading Faith Gatherings at Scale: Lessons from Kumbh Mela 2025 for Your Community

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Meditation Traditions Everywhere: Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian Mindfulness in India

Meditation Traditions Everywhere: Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian Mindfulness in India India has long been called the spiritual heartbeat of the world — a land where silence speaks and stillness heals. Meditation, in its many forms, is one of India’s oldest gifts to humanity. What’s remarkable is how this practice transcends all boundaries — religious, cultural, and even modern scientific ones. In India today, meditation is no longer limited to monks or yogis. It is being… Continue reading Meditation Traditions Everywhere: Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian Mindfulness in India

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 October 28, 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

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 October 27, 2025

One God, Many Forms – The Eternal Unity Behind All Religions

One God, Many Forms – The Eternal Unity Behind All Religions For thousands of years, humankind has sought the Divine — sometimes in temples, sometimes in mosques, and sometimes in churches or shrines scattered across the world. Yet, behind every symbol, idol, or sacred name lies one timeless question: Is God one, or are there many gods? The truest answer, whispered through the ages, is simple yet profound — God is One. Humanity may perceive… Continue reading One God, Many Forms – The Eternal Unity Behind All Religions

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 October 27, 2025

🌍 The World’s Oldest Religions: Tracing Humanity’s Spiritual DNA By Religion World Feature Desk

🌍 The World’s Oldest Religions: Tracing Humanity’s Spiritual DNA By Religion World Feature Desk Religion is humanity’s oldest conversation — one that began long before writing, long before temples, and perhaps even before language. It’s the story of how early humans tried to make sense of thunder, stars, birth, and death — and how those attempts slowly evolved into the great faiths that still shape billions of lives today. Let’s journey back through time to… Continue reading 🌍 The World’s Oldest Religions: Tracing Humanity’s Spiritual DNA By Religion World Feature Desk

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 October 26, 2025

देवउठनी एकादशी क्यों मनाई जाती है? क्या सच में भगवान विष्णु जागते हैं इस दिन?

देवउठनी एकादशी क्यों मनाई जाती है? क्या सच में भगवान विष्णु जागते हैं इस दिन? हिंदू धर्म में वर्ष भर अनेक व्रत और पर्व मनाए जाते हैं, लेकिन देवउठनी एकादशी का महत्व सबसे विशेष माना गया है। इसे प्रबोधिनी एकादशी या देवोत्थान एकादशी भी कहा जाता है। यह पर्व कार्तिक मास के शुक्ल पक्ष की एकादशी को मनाया जाता है। ऐसा विश्वास है कि इस दिन भगवान विष्णु, जो चार महीने की योगनिद्रा में थे,… Continue reading देवउठनी एकादशी क्यों मनाई जाती है? क्या सच में भगवान विष्णु जागते हैं इस दिन?

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 October 24, 2025

छठ पूजा भारत के किन राज्यों में मनाई जाती है?

छठ पूजा भारत के किन राज्यों में मनाई जाती है? छठ पूजा भारत का एक प्रमुख धार्मिक और सांस्कृतिक पर्व है, जो सूर्य देव और छठी मैया की आराधना के लिए मनाया जाता है। यह पर्व विशेष रूप से बिहार, झारखंड, उत्तर प्रदेश के पूर्वांचल क्षेत्र और नेपाल के तराई क्षेत्रों में बड़े श्रद्धा और उत्साह के साथ मनाया जाता है। छठ पूजा के दौरान व्रती सूर्य देव और छठी मैया की कृपा प्राप्त करने… Continue reading छठ पूजा भारत के किन राज्यों में मनाई जाती है?

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 October 22, 2025

Chhath Puja 2025: क्या आप जानते हैं छठी मैया कौन हैं?

Chhath Puja 2025: क्या आप जानते हैं छठी मैया कौन हैं? छठ पूजा केवल सूर्य देव और छठी मैया की आराधना का पर्व ही नहीं, बल्कि यह आध्यात्मिक, सामाजिक और पारिवारिक जीवन में संतुलन बनाए रखने का माध्यम भी है। यह पर्व विशेष रूप से बिहार, झारखंड, पूर्वी उत्तर प्रदेश और नेपाल के तराई क्षेत्रों में बड़े श्रद्धा भाव के साथ मनाया जाता है। छठ पूजा सूर्य देव को अर्घ्य देने और छठी मैया की… Continue reading Chhath Puja 2025: क्या आप जानते हैं छठी मैया कौन हैं?

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 October 22, 2025

Chhath Puja 2025: कब है, क्यों और कैसे मनाई जाती है?

Chhath Puja 2025: कब है, क्यों और कैसे मनाई जाती है? छठ पूजा सूर्य देव और छठी मैया की आराधना का अत्यंत पवित्र पर्व है। यह त्योहार विशेष रूप से बिहार, झारखंड, उत्तर प्रदेश और नेपाल के तराई क्षेत्रों में बड़े श्रद्धा और उत्साह से मनाया जाता है। यह त्योहार न केवल धार्मिक दृष्टि से, बल्कि वैज्ञानिक और आध्यात्मिक रूप से भी अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण है। छठ पूजा 2025 कब है? साल 2025 में छठ पूजा… Continue reading Chhath Puja 2025: कब है, क्यों और कैसे मनाई जाती है?

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