Hinduism
Cow Head Left at Hindu Pennsylvania Sanctuary
Ethnic intimidation: cow head dumped at a Hindu sanctuary. A cow’s head was found outside a Hindu sanctuary in rural northeastern Pennsylvania. Police have determined it…
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Happy Holi! The Hindu Festival of Colors
Mythological origins and activities of the Hindu Holi Festival. Hindus around the world celebrate the arrival of spring in a very colorful way. It’s literally colorful…
Hinduism
Donald Trump is Gaining Support from Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs
Trump is finding increasing support in Sikhs, Muslims and Hindus, the same groups he’s targeted against. While the anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant rhetoric of Donald Trump might…
Hinduism
Hindu God Smoked Marijuana to Relax And Meditate
Exploring the Hindu weed-smoking deity Shiva, the inspiration behind the Shivaratri festival. March 7 marked the Shivaratri festival or the “Night of Shiva,” as it is…
Hinduism
A Look at the Hindu Maha Shivaratri Festival
The Hindu Customs and Traditions of Maha Shivaratri. On March 7, 2016, Hindus around the world will celebrate the Maha Shivaratri Festival. It’s an occasion celebrated…
Agnosticism
Which Political Party do Religious Groups Typically Vote For?
How U.S. religious groups lean in politics. According to the Religious Landscape Study by Pew Research Center, The Republican party rests easy with Mormons in the…
Hinduism
Hindu God Ordered to Appear in Court
A summons has been issued to Hindu God Lord Hanuman to appear in an Indian court. A lower court in the eastern India state of Bihar…
Hinduism
Srikanth Srinivasan Could be the First Hindu to Serve on the Supreme Court
Srinivasan, a Hindu, is expected to be nominated by President Obama to replace Antonin Scalia. The death of a serving U.S. Supreme Court judge has ignited…
Agnosticism
What is the Least Religious State in America?
New survey shows the least religious state in the U.S. According to the Gallup 2015 poll, New Hampshire contains the lowest number of religious people in…
Buddhism
David Bowie’s Ashes Scattered in Buddhist Funeral Tradition
Bowie’s Ngaben: a multi-part two week Buddhist death ritual of celebration and sorrow. David Bowie's will was expected to be unique, and it did not disappoint,…
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Buddhism
What is the role of women in world religions? [Infographic]
A Woman’s Work: Roles of Women in World Religions. How do we view the changing role of women in religion in current times? The equality of…
Hinduism
Indian Women Protest Ban on Entering Temples During Their Periods
Hindu and Muslim women in India are bringing a taboo subject to light and fighting to enter buildings of worship regardless of their menstrual cycle. Menstruation…