Hinduism
Tag: Culture
Festivals of India
The birth of Krishna – Janmashtami Krishna’s birth is commemorated by Hindus as Janmashtami, which is Sanskrit for “birth on the eighth day.” At midnight on the eighth day of the Indian month of Shravan, Krishna was born. Many followers celebrate birth at midnight after fasting all day. On this day, kids can act out… Read More Festivals of India
Indian Customs and Traditions and the Science Behind Them
TilakA tilak is considered auspicious. A mark on the forehead is worn by young girls and women in India. It is applied on the forehead with Kumkum, sacred ashes, or sandal paste (red turmeric). According to Hindu belief, Aagnya, also known as the brow or third eye chakra, is the sixth main chakra in the body and… Read More Indian Customs and Traditions and the Science Behind Them
