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Customs and Traditions
Rituals, Ceremonies and Pujas
Discuss rituals and significance of various Pujas
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Navratri
Navratri is a nine night's festival, celebrated in the honor of Goddess Durga
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Deepavali
Deepavali is the festival of lights. A time when prosperity knocks at our doors; when sparklers shower tiny stars to herald a festive dawn; when eager kids wake up to the early cracker's staccato burst; when joy reigns supreme.
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Avani Avittam (Upakarma)
Avani Avittam is an Auspicious and Important ritual for all Brahmins. Find the slokas, rituals and other information related to Avani Avittam (Upakarma).
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Krishna Janmashtami
Sri Krishna Jayanti (Gokulashtami or Janmashtami) marks the celebration of the birth of Sri Krishna. Lord Sri Krishna was born on the Rohini nakshatram (star) on Ashtami day.
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Vinayaka Chaturthi
Vinayaka Chaturthi (Pillayar Chaturthi /Ganesh Chaturthi) is one of the most popular festivals across India. Find slokas, mantras and other rituals related to this festival.
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Temples and Pilgrimage
Discuss temple rituals and their significance for temples around the world, along with the temple deities and their significance.
Also Information about Hindu pilgrimage places within India - the significance of the place/deity, how to get there, tour operators if any, staying facilities etc.
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Temples of South India
Information and History about the Temples of South India including the legends, architecture and the socio-cultural impact.
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Sociology
This section discusses lifestyles, historic and current views about Brahmins. Discussions question or provide new information on long-standing understanding of the way we live.
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Religion
Please do not use this forum to engage in discussions against any particular religion or caste. Such topics will be promptly deleted.
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Slokas and Mantras
General Slokams and Mantrams
Information regarding any particular Slokam or Mantram and for any queries regarding the same.
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Translations & Meanings of Mantras and Stotrams
Translations and meanings of the various Hindu Slokas, Mantras and Stotrams.
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Stotras for Ishta Devatas
The Bhakthi lore of Sanathana dharma extols its members to pray to his Ishta Devathas (Pet god); the devotee is given a wide choice to choose from.
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Prayers to Lord Ganesha
Slokas or prayers and invocation recited to Lord Ganesha (Ganesh) with meaning.
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Prayers to Lord Hanuman
Slokas or prayers and invocation recited to Lord Anjaneya with meaning.
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Prayers to Lord Subramaniya
Slokas or prayers and invocation recited to Lord Subramaniya (Muruga) with meaning.
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Vedic Hyms
Vedic Hyms with meaning.
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Prayers to Lord Ayyappa
Slokas or prayers and invocation recited to Lord Subramaniya with meaning.
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Bhagavad Gita in English
English translation of Bhagavad Gita.
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Multimedia (Videos, Pictures & Ebooks)
Image Gallery & Videos of Hindu Gods & Goddesses
Pictures and Videos of various Hindu Gods & Goddesses, Temples and Rituals.
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Tamil Devotional Books
A collection of various spiritual and devotional books in Tamil including slokas, mantras, pooja procedures and more.
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Discourses and Upanyasam - (Audio & Video)
Audio and Video Discourses and Upanyasam by various eminent personalities.
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Devotional Songs & Devotional Albums
A collection of Tamil Devotional albums and Tamil Devotional Songs including M.S.Subbulakshmi Suprabhatham's, Vishnu Stothras, Srimath Bhaghavatam, K.J. Yesudas and more.
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Debates and Discussions
General Discussions
Topics unrelated to other forums. Please note many of the topics can be sensitive in nature. Use your discretion! If you do not like or agree with something, better move to another topic. Keep Calm and Stay Cool at all times!
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Articles and Journals
Well researched and in-depth articles on a variety of topics.
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Philosophy & Traditions
Philosophical roots to understand the universe , traditions and practices
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Arts, Entertainment and Media
Health and Fitness
Collection of news, quotes, stories, thoughts on Health and Fitness.
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News and Updates
Share the latest Top Stories, Breaking News on national and world affairs.
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Literature
Post all poetry and literary works, reviews, original compositions and more.
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Science and Technology
Science and technology news, developments and trends, gadgets and more.
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Jokes/Humor
Relax and laugh
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Books
Book reviews, recommendations, news and excerpts from a range of books in Tamil and English including religious and non-religious books.
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Music and Dance
All about classical music and dance.
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Community
Introductions
Did you join us recently? Drop in and tell us a little about yourself
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Chit Chat
Talk about anything you like
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Inspirations, Quotes and Thoughts
Collection of inspirational quotes, stories, thoughts of the day and more.
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Web Resources
Post your links to informational resources. Do not post links that are senstive in nature or those that can hurt other's feelings.
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