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This festival symbolizes triumph over evil, with rituals including fasting, prayers, and processions. Devotees seek blessings for protection, prosperity, and courage. Temples host vibrant ...

While the essence of Ramadan remains the same, different cultures bring their own unique traditions to this special time. From the rhythmic beats of drummers waking people for Suhoor in Turkey to the ...

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Mahashivratri, celebrated on February 26, 2025, honours Lord Shiva and marks the union of masculine and feminine forces in the universe. Devotees engage in fasting, chanting mantras, and ...

Although fasting is observed similarly, by refraining from eating, drinking, and other activities that invalidate the fast from dawn until dusk, each country has different unique traditions. These ...

Here are the important puja rituals, fasting tips, and dos and don’ts every devotee must follow. Mahashivratri is a special festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. Every year, devotees across India ...

Mahashivratri 2025 Zodiac-wise Guide – The Most Auspicious Rituals and Mantras for Your Rashi to Gain Lord Shiva’s Blessings: The auspicious festival of Maha Shivratri is celebrated with much fanfare ...

This year, it falls on February 26, and it will be observed all over the country with unique traditions and great dedication. Annually, Maha Shivratri falls on the 14th day of the dark (waning ...

This historic Hindu festival is celebrated at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, attracting millions of devotees who seek spiritual purification through the ritual bath, known as Snan.

The nailed head ritual may have been as a way to intimidate their enemies and celebrate their ancestors. The findings published in the April 2025 issue of the Journal of Archaeological Science ...

Instead of defaulting to the notifications on my phone, poetry has inspired me to begin the day in a different way. By Charley Locke Most mornings, as soon as I wake up, I feel the pull of my ...