Sacred Saṁskāras ~ Life Milestones What are Saṁskāras? Derived from the Sanskrit root "sam + kṛ", meaning “to refine” or “to perfect,” saṁskāras are sacred rites of passage in the Hindu tradition that mark the journey of an individual from conception to death. They are not just ceremonies but are de...
Temple Science: Architecture & Symbolism of the Divine Abode Temples in Sanātan Dharma are not mere places of worship, they are intricate representations of cosmic truths, energy centers, and microcosms of the universe. Crafted with astonishing precision and guided by sacred geometry, each temple is...
Ahiṁsā in Daily Life: Living the Spiritual Power of Non-violence A Principle Beyond Passive Peace Ahiṁsā (अहिंसा), commonly translated as non-violence, is one of the most profound spiritual teachings in Sanātana Dharma and is foundational to many Indian philosophical systems. But Ahiṁsā is not mere ...
Dharma & Ecology ~ Earth as Divine Reuniting Dharma and Nature In the vision of Sanātan Dharma, the Earth is not just a habitat, it is Bhū Devi, the divine goddess. Trees are not just biological entities, but sacred beings. Rivers are not merely sources of water but revered mothers. This worldview i...
Navagrahas ~ Celestial Influences in Sanātana Dharma What Are the Navagrahas? In Sanātana Dharma, the term Navagraha (नवग्रह) refers to the nine celestial influencers that play a pivotal role in shaping the destiny, nature, and behavior of all beings on Earth. Unlike the Western view of astrology wh...