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Sharad Poornima – The beginning of Autumn
Read more: Sharad Poornima – The beginning of AutumnSharad Poornima is celebrated on the full moon night in the month of Ashwin according to the Hindu calendar. It is celebrated in various parts of India in various forms, and heralds the beginning of the autumn harvest season. Some of the rituals and festivals associated with Sharad Poornima are – Read more…
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Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi – The Bond of Love and Protection
Read more: Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi – The Bond of Love and ProtectionRaksha Bandhan (the bond – Bandhan of protection – Raksha) is a Hindu festival, which celebrates the love between brothers and sisters. It is celebrated on the full moon (poornima) of the month of Shraavan. This article discusses the different ways that Raksha Bandhan is celebrated across India, the legends behind the festival and the…
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Guru Poornima – Celebrating the Guru
Read more: Guru Poornima – Celebrating the GuruThe Purnima (Full Moon) day in the month of Ashadha (July-August) is known as Guru Purnima. Oh Guru, you are father, mother, brother, friend, knowledge and wealth. The ideal Guru is a facilitator and encourages the disciple to go and seek beyond that which is taught by the Guru. But what are the qualities of…