Tag: Indian Weddings

  • Arundhati Darshana Nyaya: The Complete, Proven Guide to a Transformative Hindu Wedding Ritual

    Arundhati Darshana Nyaya: The Complete, Proven Guide to a Transformative Hindu Wedding Ritual

    Arundhati Darshana Nyaya unites Hindu ritual, astronomy, and pedagogy in a single, contemplative wedding practice. After the ceremony, couples are guided to view the Arundhati star with Vashistha among the Saptarishi, modeling a method of learning from the obvious to the subtle. This ritual symbolizes fidelity, equality, and shared purpose, resonating across Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism,…

  • The Hindu Joint Family as the Training Ground for Samskara

    The Hindu Joint Family as the Training Ground for Samskara

    In my latest blog post, I delve into the rich history of the Hindu joint family system and its profound influence on individual identity and societal values. I vividly recall the days when extended families, comprising numerous relatives living harmoniously under one roof, thrived under the guidance of a single family head. These families, despite…