The 800-year-old Dhakeshwari temple is like no other Hindu temple in the world. It is a must-visit for not only the country’s estimated 14 lakh Hindus, but also for the vast majority of Muslims here. Durga Puja, for us, is an occasion to do some social service and strengthen bonds between members of other communities,” says Bashudeb Dhar
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Hindu Muslim Unity: Muslims construct Durga temple
Muslims have helped build a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Durga in Bihar’s Gaya district, not just by making donations but also by supervising its construction
Hindu Muslim Unity: Muslim artists decorate Hindu festivals
“All festivals are the same be it Eid or Dussehra. We all must celebrate them”
Hindu Muslim Unity: Muslims help Hindu minority celebrate Durga Puja
Only four Hindu families live in Saguuniya, a Muslim-dominated village but celebrate Durga Puja thanks to the support of Muslims.
Navratri: 9 nights of the Goddess
Navratri is a 9 night festival where God is worshiped in form of a loving Mother. Devout Hindus fast to rid themselves of non-divine qualities.
Shakti and Sakina: Divine Energy as Feminine
Dharma Deen Alliance explores the concept of divinity as being feminine, discussing its existence in both Hindu & Muslim traditions.
