Karna’s death on the battlefield of Kurukshetra remains one of the most heartbreaking moments in the Mahabharata. But what happened to him after he took his last breath? Did this generous warrior find peace, or was he punished for fighting on the wrong side? The answer might surprise you. Yes, Karna did go to heaven,…
There’s a conversation that took place thousands of years ago in ancient India. It wasn’t recorded in a temple or written by priests performing ceremonies. It happened between a young sage with a twisted body and a king who ruled an empire but still felt empty inside. This conversation became the Ashtavakra Gita, and it…
Dashain is Nepal’s biggest and longest Hindu festival, celebrated with great devotion, joy, and family reunions. Known as Bijaya Dashami, it symbolizes the victory of good over evil—Goddess Durga’s triumph over Mahishasura. In 2025, Dashain begins on Monday, 22 September 2025 (Ghatasthapana) and concludes on Monday, 6 October 2025 (Kojagrat Purnima). In the Nepali Bikram…
Lord Rama is one of the most respected and beloved figures in Indian history and Hinduism. As the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu, his birth, life, values, and actions are narrated in the ancient epic, the Ramayana. But while the epic ends with his victory over Ravana and return to Ayodhya, many wonder — how…
The question “When was Lord Rama born?” has fascinated devotees, historians, and astronomers alike. Lord Rama is one of the most revered figures in Indian culture and Hindu tradition. He is considered the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu, and his life story, as narrated in the epic Ramayana, is deeply woven into the moral, spiritual,…
Understanding the Man, the God, and the Eternal Symbol of Righteousness Who is Rama? You may have heard of Lord Rama from the epic Ramayana, seen his name in prayers, or watched him in religious festivals like Dussehra or Diwali. But who really is he? Is he just a mythological figure? A god? Or something…
One of the most distinctive aspects of Hinduism is that it has no single founder, no specific founding date, and no central authority that established its beliefs and practices. This sets it apart from most other major world religions, which typically trace their origins to a particular individual and historical moment. Instead, Hinduism represents the…
Hinduism, known as “Sanatana Dharma” or “eternal religion” by its followers, is the world’s oldest major religion, with origins stretching back over 5,000 years. Unlike most other religions, Hinduism has no single founder, no central authority, and no universally accepted set of beliefs. Instead, it represents a rich tapestry of interconnected traditions, philosophies, and practices…
In Hinduism, there are three main gods who take care of the entire universe. They are Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Together, they are known as the Trimurti, which means “three forms” of the divine. Each god has a special job—Brahma creates the universe, Vishnu protects it, and Shiva brings things to an end so they…
The Mahabharata, one of the greatest epics of ancient India, is not merely a tale of war and kingship—it is a profound journey through human emotions, destiny, and dharma. Within its tapestry lies the tragic and transformative story of Amba, the princess who defied her fate, battled divine injustice, and was reborn to fulfill a…