In the vast tapestry of Hindu philosophy, Shiva is known as The Destroyer. For many, the word destruction brings images of ...

The Shivalinga or Shivling is that iconic symbol you've probably seen in temples. That smooth cylindrical stone structure ...

Hindu devotees offer flowers to gods and goddesses as part of worship rituals. Dinodia Photo/Corbis Documentary via Getty images In preparation for the many Hindu fall festivals such as Diwali, ...

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi 2025 celebrates the divine union of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva with sacred rituals, midnight pujas, and deep devotion symbolizing Hari Har Milan in Varanasi.

Sawan 2025: Worshipping Lord Shiva during Sawan is special, but there are rules. Keep these in mind when you worship Mahadev. Some things should never be offered to Shiva Sawan, the month of Lord ...

Varanasi's Manikarnika Ghat hosts the sacred Manikarnika Snan on Vaikuntha Chaturdashi, November 4, 2025. This annual ritual ...

Across India’s sacred landscape lie caves untouched by time—ancient sanctuaries where the presence of Lord Shiva continues to ...

Uttar Pradesh [India], July 14 (ANI): On the occasion of 'First Sawan Somwar', a huge number of devotees flocked to Shiva temples. Shravan (or Sawan) holds immense significance in Hindu mythology. It ...

In preparation for the many Hindu fall festivals such as Diwali, Dussehra or Durga Puja, worshippers all over the world will purchase flowers for use in ritual worship in temples, outdoor ceremonies ...