Why do we Consider the Lotus Special?
The lotus is the symbol of truth, auspiciousness and beauty (satyam, shivam, sundaram). The Lord…
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Why do we Worship Kalasha – Kalasam?
First of all, what is a kalasha-Kalasam? A pot of bronze, clay or copper is…
Why do Hindus Ring Bell in Temple?
Is it to awaken the Lord? But the Lord never sleeps. Is it for the…
Why do we Consider Trees and Plants Sacred?
The Lord, life in us, permeates all living beings, whether plants or animals. Therefore, all…
Why is Pradakshina only Made in a Clockwise Direction?
The reason is not, as one said, to avoid a traffic jam. As we do…
Why do we do Pradakshina
We can not draw a circle without a central point. The Lord is the center,…
Fasting in Hinduism | Why do you fast on Important Days
Most loyal Indians fast regularly or on special occasions such as festivals. In these days…
Why Hindus offer Food to God
The Indians make an offering of food to the Lord and then take it as…
Why Hindus dont Touch Papers, Books and People with the Feet?
For the Indians, knowledge is sacred and divine. Therefore, one should be respected at all…