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Hinduism was losing relevance in 8th century. Shankaracharya revived it through Kumbh Mela
In 'The Divine Kumbh', Deepak Kumar Sen offers an in-depth look at one of humanity’s most significant spiritual traditions ...
Hindu nationalists make gains among India’s tribes and spur backlash
Millions of missionaries work in schools, hospitals and other institutions. Their success is deepening divisions.
Manu Pillai on his book Gods, Guns and Missionaries, the evolution of Hinduism and Hindu-Christian encounters under colonialism
"In a sense, we can trace a genealogy for militant Hinduism back to earlier times. History offers evidence of friendly ...
Want a Million Dollars? Get Busy Deciphering This Ancient Script.
A prize offered by an Indian state leader is intended to shed light on a Bronze Age civilization — and settle a cultural battle.
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A Chola queen shaped Hinduism like no one else. Yet you haven’t heard of her
Sembiyan Mahadevi, a 10th-century Chola queen, reshaped Hinduism through temple patronage and art. Her vision turned Nataraja into the most iconic symbol of Shiva.
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Key facts about Hinduism
Hinduism is the name of the religion, and its followers are known as Hindus. Hinduism is the oldest of the six major world religions. It has no single founder but developed gradually over a period ...
The Hindu Lit for Life 2025: When geography and displacement are ‘terribly important’ to the story
Explore the impact of geography on writing, history, and politics in a thought-provoking discussion at The Hindu Lit for Life ...
Kumbh Mela, explained: Its mythology, history, astrology, and why millions flock to it
What is the Kumbh Mela, and why is it held in four cities periodically? What is Ardh Kumbh and Maha Kumbh? What is the origin ...
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What is Hinduism?
Hinduism is over 4,000 years old, making it one of the world's oldest religions. It is made up of a variety of different religious beliefs and practices. It originated near the Indus River in ...