How to conduct a traditional 16-step Hindu puja
The karmakānda of the Vedas includes instructions of rituals. Such rituals are meant to be acts of worship and devotion to the one Reality in its various manifestations. Some rituals are to be undertaken for specific results. Hindu rituals, from the elaborate to the very simple, are conducted both at home and at temples. Rituals include homa or havan, yajna, and pujā, […]
Gotras and Pravaras
The Gotra indicates the chief clan to which an individual belongs. Further within a Gotra, there exists many ‘Pravaras’ or ‘sub-lineages’. Both the Gotra and Pravara are identified with Rishis who were part of the lineage. Our ancient land of Bharata is the cradle of Sanatana Dharma. This is the land where humans are born […]
5 Powerful Prayer Mantras of Rama
Here, let us go through 5 of the powerful hymns dedicated to Lord Rama. Rama Moola Mantra: Om Shri RamayaNamah ‘Moola’ is the origin or the root and a Moola mantra is the fundamental hymn dedicated to a deity. This mantra is the supporting root or the base, the benefits of chanting it are said to […]