“We strongly believe in the teachings of Sri Narayana Guru, who said that we must help the needy, no matter which community they belong to,” – Pres. of Rajeswari Temple
Tag: hinduism
The science of 108 in Hinduism
Explaining the science of the number 108 and its importance in Asian traditions.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Muslim woman sings at pujas
A Muslim woman’s devotional songs have cast a bewitching spell on Hindus, making her the most sought after artist in puja pandals across the Mahakoshal region. Shahnaz Akhtar herself is observing Ramzan fast. Invitations are pouring in from all parts of the region. She has already performed at Mandla, Betul, Gondia, Narsinghpur and Jabalpur….
Hindu Muslim Unity: Muslim guards Hindu cremation ground
“It’s pleasure to serve the alive and the dead. Islam teaches me co-existence and peace.” – Baloch, Muslim caretaker
Saint Kabir
Regarded as one of India’s most famous poets, Kabir a weaver raised in a Muslim family in the mid-1400’s was revered by Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs.
Hindu-Muslim Unity: Shias assist Hanuman festival
The Nawabs of Awadh gave land and finances to build temples while Hindus participated in the mourning during the month of Muharram.
Women in Hinduism Part 1
“both women and men are manifestations of the Supreme Being” – Atharva Veda Samhita 8:9:11
Hindu Muslim Unity: Muslim women perform puja
Devout Muslims don’t think twice about observing a fast and performing other rituals of Chhath, a popular festival celebrated by Hindus in Bihar
Hindu Muslim Unity: Vaishnavas and Muslims discuss the name of God
Muslim and Vaishnavas met in DC to discuss the many Names of God. “Reverence for God’s name is an important aspect of both traditions, and we thought it was something around which we could share commonalities, understand differences, and learn from each other,” one attendee said.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Charitable giving
Both Hinduism and Islam command (not suggest) its followers to help the less fortunate and regularly donate a percentage of their income.
Hindu-Muslim Unity: Rebuilding temple and mosque
A temple and mosque that were destroyed were rebuilt in cooperation by Hindus and Muslims
Hindu-Muslim Unity: Hindu woman runs madrasa
A Hindu woman runs a madrasa, an Islamic school, to educate Muslim children belonging to downtrodden or poor families.
