Is Spirituality Becoming Commercialized in Our Society?
Faith for Sale: The Rise of a Multibillion-Dollar Spiritual Industry In the heart of Rishikesh, once known as the cradle of Indian spirituality, serene ashrams line the Ganga’s banks. Amidst...
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The Dichotomy of Belief: Is It Time to Question What...
Faith Under Scrutiny: Bridging the Gap Between Ideals and Reality At a village temple in Uttar Pradesh, a priest recites verses about equality from the sacred texts. Meanwhile, a few...
How Do Our Beliefs Shape Our Interactions with Others?
Unveiling the Subtle Philosophies That Influence Human Connection Beliefs—both conscious and unconscious—form the undercurrents of our interactions, influencing how we relate to others in ways that often go unnoticed. While...
Are We Using Faith as a Tool for Control?
Faith or Excuse? When Beliefs Become a Shield for Power and Justification In public debates, political campaigns, and even personal arguments, a recurring pattern emerges: when logic runs dry, faith...
The Language of Belief: Are We Speaking in Code?
Faith and Rationality: A Tale of Two Conversations in a Changing World In a bustling café in Delhi, two friends—one deeply religious, the other an avowed rationalist—debate the nature of...
Are Our Rituals Connecting Us or Keeping Us Apart?
Faith and Sacrifice: A Question of Ethics and Unity in Modern Rituals In the quiet hills of Uttarakhand, a temple priest rings the bell, signaling the start of a sacred...
Is Religious Tolerance in UP Becoming a Myth?
The Unspoken Lines of Separation: Navigating Faith and Fractures in India’s Heartland Uttar Pradesh (UP), a state known as the cultural and religious heartbeat of India, finds itself grappling with...
The Impact of Globalization on Local Beliefs: Are We Adapting...
Holding Onto Identity: The Struggle Between Tradition and Modernity In the age of globalization, the world is shrinking—boundaries are blurring, and cultures are mixing at unprecedented rates. However, this transformation...
Are Our Beliefs Creating Barriers or Bridges in Society?
Faith at a Crossroads: Bridging Divides or Deepening Fault Lines In an increasingly interconnected world, religious and cultural beliefs play a dual role in society. They can foster unity and...
The Power of Faith: Embracing the Teachings of Our Ancestors
Rediscovering Ancient Wisdom for a Balanced Modern Life Faith, deeply embedded in India’s cultural and spiritual fabric, has been a guiding force for generations. The teachings of our ancestors—passed down...
