The ancient mantra "Om Namah Shivaya," rooted in the Vedas, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and represents the five elements. Chanting it purifies the mind, reduces stress, and promotes healing by aligning ...

Namah Shivaya Panchaksharam Yat Punarukti Naamrutam, Tasya Smarana Matrena Sarva Paapaih Pramucyate. The sages of India always said the world is made of sound. And at the heart of all sounds lies one ...

Kannada television is witnessing quite a few dubbed shows in recent times. While some dubbed shows like Mahabharata, Seetheyaraama are gaining popularity, some are set to go off-air. The mythological ...

Ratri means to surrender and Shivratri denotes surrendering at the feet of Lord Shiv. Lord Shiv is the creator, sustainer and destroyer of the universe. He is referred to as shunya (void). Before the ...

Maha Shivaratri is a day of spiritual union of the seeker with Shivatma, or the God Principle. It reminds seekers to attain the highest state of God-realisation. Maha Shivaratri should be observed ...

Maha Shivratri is one of the biggest Hindu festivals in the country that is celebrated with much fervour. With celebrations taking place in different parts of the country, it is a day that is ...

On an official visit to Italy for a training course, we were located in a small but very beautiful city. One of the faculty members there surprised me by his knowledge of pranayama and his interest in ...