In all the world religions, we are told that caring for others is like caring for ourselves. From Hinduism comes “Wish for others what you yourself long for”; Islam says, “None of you truly believes ...

A quiet religious gathering in a Uttar Pradesh village has once again exposed the deep fault lines dividing Indian society. It began with the Bhagavad Gita and ended in public humiliation — followed ...

The British Museum's Ancient India, Living Traditions exhibition brings together exhibits on the sacred art of Hinduism, ...

Teej festival holds a special place in Hinduism and is celebrated three times a year—Hartalika Teej, Hariyali Teej, and Kajri ...

Sapta Matrikas, or the seven divine goddesses, are affiliated with Mother Shakti and Skanda Mata. Matrika means mother, and ...

As Zohran Mamdani gets within striking distance of becoming New York’s first Muslim mayor, he is drawing fire from supporters ...

Rakshabandhan is one of the major festivals of Hinduism. According to the Panchang, this festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Sawan. On this day, sisters tie a Rakhi, which is ...

(RNS) — Among American Hindus, a survey by the organization Interfaith Shaadi found that 38% marry outside the umbrella of Dharmic faiths — Hinduism, Sikhism, Jainism and Buddhism.

How Hinduism Has Persisted for 4,000 Years With no compulsory dogmas, the religion can reinvent itself over and over. By Shashi Tharoor Share ...

Hinduism is the world’s oldest living religion and the third largest – behind Christianity and Islam – with more than 1 billion followers. Some argue that Hinduism is more a way of life than ...

Despite the controversy, most parents, like Monique Cocco, are happy with the classes. She says her children don't come home with a newfound knowledge of Hinduism. "Absolutely not — no.