2017
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Why do Hindus prefer birth anniversaries to death anniversaries?
In Hinduism, memory of death prevents progress, wisdom and liberation.
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Exploring Hanuman Chalisa
Do people reading it understand what they are reading? Or does the gentle poetic rhythm calm the nervous heart, as it prepares to face the day? Or is it simply a ritual exercise, where the point is to do, not…
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Why Hanuman Chalisa is the most powerful expression of personal Hinduism
[Book extract] Devdutt Pattanaik demystifies the ancient hymn for the contemporary reader.
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The fascinating design of the Jewish Bible
This written word of God, written in Hebrew, is read out in the Jewish synagogue regularly.
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My Hanuman Chalisa
Reflecting on one of Hinduism’s most popular prayer for positive energy Acclaimed mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik demystifies the Hanuman Chalisa for the contemporary reader. His unique approach makes the ancient hymn accessible, combined as it is with his trademark illustrations.
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Experience Delhi: On Indian mythology and rituals
We are so pleased to bring this Episode to you. Ketaki and I spoke with Devdutt Pattnaik and got his answers to common questions asked by travellers to Delhi, India.
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Is the Hindu thread ceremony same as baptism?
What then is the thread ceremony? It depends on who you ask.
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The sage who hears silence
Through silence, many things can be communicated: love, hatred, acceptance, rejection, suffering, understanding.
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Culture: 50 Insights from Mythology
Culture: 50 Insights from Mythology is a groundbreaking work that contextualizes mythology and proposes that myths are alive, dynamic, shaped by perception and the times one lives in.
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Leader: Insights from Indian Mythology
Leader: Insights from Indian Mythology uses myths and legends to arrive at wisdom that is both time-worn and refreshingly new, on what makes a good leader.
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The laughter of women
The idea of a woman laughing at a man is seen as the most humiliating act, enough for justifying her abuse her in public.
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Are Hindus vegetarian?
Published on 14th June, 2017, on www.dailyo.in. The idea of “vegetarian” diet has spread throughout the world, thanks to many Hindu and Jain immigrants in the USA and the UK and the popularity of yoga. However, not all Hindus are…
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The pea-brahmachari
At the heart of the hysteria over the peacock’s tears is Hinduism’s great discomfort with sex.
