Hinduism | - Part 2

BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham: A Monument Born of Devotion

In the heart of Robbinsville, New Jersey, a monumental cultural and spiritual marvel has emerged, transcending both time and expectations. The BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, a Hindu temple, represents the pinnacle of devotion, craftsmanship, and unity. This awe-inspiring endeavor, spanning over a decade in the making, …

Setting the Record Straight: Refuting Udhayanidhi Stalin’s False Claims About Sanatan Dharma

By Dr. Mohini Shinde Udhayanidhi Stalin, the sports minister of Tamil Nadu made comments about Sanatan Dharma that sparked a wave of controversy. He has accused Sanatan Dharma of being a regressive ideology that divides people on the basis of caste and religion. He has …

Modern Physics Unravels the Significance of Sanatan Dharma

By Pradeep B. Deshpande and James P. Kowall In Sanskrit, the word Sanatan means eternal, something that has no beginning and no end, and dharma may be loosely translated to mean duty, and so Sanatan dharma may be taken to mean eternal duty. So, what …

Swami Vivekananda was a spiritual leader and philosopher

“You cannot believe in God until you believe in yourself.” Swami Vivekananda By Dr. Mohini Shinde

Swami Vivekananda, an Indian spiritual leader and philosopher who believed that self-belief and faith were closely connected. He famously said, “You cannot believe in God until you believe in yourself”. This statement encapsulates the idea that before we can have faith in something larger than …

Bal Vihar: A Transformative Journey at South Florida Hindu Temple

Bala Vihar, a spiritual and cultural orientation program for children, was established at South Florida Hindu Temple with the vision of fostering reverence for Indian and specifically Hindu culture, instilling self-confidence, and inspiring a spirit of service and cheerfulness in young minds. At Bala Vihar, …

JAINA Convention 2023

JAINA Convention 2023 “Maximize Human Potential – The Jain Way” The Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA) will be celebrating its 22nd Convention on the Fourth of July weekend — from June 30th to July3rd, 2023. Every two years, JAINA, in partnership local …

“Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is enlightenment.” Lao Tzu By Dr. Mohini Shinde

This thought-provoking quote by Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu was first said around 500 B.C. and has now been echoed by others in various ways down through the centuries. In similar words, Aristotle said, “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom. A famous declaration from …