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THOUGHTS ON EVOLUTION OF HINDU RELIGION   AND IT’S TIMELESS RELEVANCE – By N.S.Venkataraman  If there would be discussion on art of living , several persons would enthusiastically participate and listen to the views of the experts. On the other hand, if there would be  discussion on art  of dying, very few people would be   listening.   The ground reality is  that no one  likes the word death and would  try to avoid any thought on the subject. When a close relative or friend would pass away, the mourners and loved ones  would feel sad .However,  they would think that  their end would not happen anytime soon. Nevertheless, in sub conscious mind, the fear of death remains all the time. Origin of religions : From time immemorial, deep thinkers all over the world have been pondering over the process of death and   they have strived  to get clarity  about the purpose of ...

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Embracing the Divine: Maha Shivarathri, A Night of Spiritual Significance – By eLanka   On March 8th, Hindus worldwide will celebrate Maha Shivarathri, translating to the ‘Great Night of Shiva.’ It stands as a profoundly auspicious occasion where devotees devote the entire night to chanting Shiva’s name (Om Namah Shivaya) or singing hymns in his praise. This sacred day falls on the 13th or 14th day after the full moon in the month of Magha, corresponding to February or March in the Western calendar. It unfolds on the night before the New Moon, a time when the Moon’s luminance diminishes. Hindus believe Maha Shivarathri to be a potent period where mantras resonate with amplified power and spiritual endeavors yield multiplied benefits. Thus, they fast throughout the day and stay vigilant through the night, striving to attune their minds to Shiva. Various narratives elucidate why Maha Shivarathri holds such reverence. Hinduism’s ...

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