My interest in African Pagan religions allowed me to scratch the surface of Yoruba practices, which resulted in this brief write-up. Though distinct in their cultural and religious contexts, Yoruba…
This article was inspired by the discovery of Indonesian rudraksha malas sold in Kashi, a place steeped in Hindu spiritual history. Rudraksha is found in specific parts of the world. At…
Most know of Prana as being a part of a regulatory breathing practice. Prana is a fundamental concept in Hindu and yogic philosophy, referring to the vital life force or…
Ancient pagan cultures held diverse and fascinating beliefs about equinoxes and eclipses, seeing them as profound cosmic events woven into their religious and spiritual fabric. For them, equinoxes were more…
For one of my birthdays, I wanted to experience the ancient and spiritual but did not have time to travel to India. I usually look south when I need a…
Most people talk about physical and mental wellness as two separate entities. The mind is usually equated with the functions of the brain. What is the perspective of Yoga about…
The Swastika, with archaeological evidence from the Harappan culture circa 3000 BCE and rooted in the Indian Civilization, tells a fascinating story across civilizations. Archaeological discoveries in Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro…
Consecration, as outlined in spiritual practices, involves transforming a physical space, object, and even a human being into a realm of Divine potential. Loosely speaking, consecrations bring certain energy forms…
Indonesia's trajectory through history has been intricately shaped by a convergence of factors, including its geographical positioning, abundant natural resources, human migrations, wars, conquests, trade dynamics, and political evolution. As…
The intricate interplay of time and human existence reveals a profound connection between Earth, the Sun, the Moon and the solar system, impacting the essence of creation and human life.…
Anjali Kanojia