The partition has had a greater impact than one can imagine. There is that tiny flame of Sindh lit in each Sindhi’s heart through the generations because that’s where the sense of belonging comes from. That’s the nostalgia through parents and grandparents tales even though many among the present generation haven’t even been to Sindh. Being a Hindu Sindhi one doesn’t quite become a citizen of One Nation- our roots are as much in Sindh as in Hind and then there are those of us born on some third land or settled there hence gaining a “Triple Heritage”.
Planting Houseplants : (A Healer’s Diary)
Planting a plant is a sacred ritual and must be given immense significance. it is a "must do" ritual that should be adapted and adopted by all families to partially complete the life circuit.
Invoking Van Devi’s blessings :( A Healer’s Diary)
Mother Nature has healing effects on our mind, body and soul. When a healer decides to heal the Nature, one is blessed to be healed even more as the healing vibrations are rebounded back to the healer in multitudes.
Garba : Satvik vs Unsatvik
THE SUBTLE EFFECTS OF PERFORMING GARBA IN AN UNSATTVIK AND A SATTVIK MANNER! Garba originally derives from the concept of ‘Garbhadeep’ (a lamp placed inside a vessel symbolising the womb). It is an extremely sattvik (spiritually pure) and spiritual dance festival. In the traditional form, an idol of the Goddess or a ghat (a sacred … Continue reading Garba : Satvik vs Unsatvik
A Vow of Devotion!
A nine day period of festive devotion mustn’t remain a silent devotion to the Mother Goddess. There’s more to devotion than the idolatry as one must identify the various forms of feminine energy around .
Sarva Pitra Amavasya! सर्व पितृ अमावस्या!
Even if one has been unable to perform Shraddha regularly throughout the year or on the other days of Pitru Paksha, it is extremely important for everyone to perform Shraddha on this day, as it is the last day of Pitru Paksha. The scriptures state, “Amavasya is a particularly suitable day for performing Shraddha, whereas … Continue reading Sarva Pitra Amavasya! सर्व पितृ अमावस्या!
Pitru Paksha! Chaudas
As Pitru Paksha nears its conclusion, take time to clear mental clutter and forgive old misunderstandings. Cultivating inner peace is a powerful way to honor those who came before us. What is one positive habit or mindset shift you are committing to build this month in honour of your personal growth? Drop a 🪷 if … Continue reading Pitru Paksha! Chaudas
Ancestral Healing!
Ancestors need the healing as much as we need their blessings in our lives. There are ways to do that and let us free ourselves from ancestral debts by paying our respects to them in honorable manner by doing noble deeds.
TARPANA! A homage to ancestors…
As per Sanatan Dharam the 15day period before Shardiya Navratri is dedicated to ancestors as it is believed that each year thus is their window to visit the Earth Plane.
Honoring Ancestors!
Published in Edition 839, The Asian Weekly The poem was published to mark the 15 days period of observance of honoring the ancestors by the entire Hindu community worldwide. Respects are paid! Memories are rekindled! Prayers are held! Offerings are made! Gratitude is marked! Forgiveness is asked! All this and a lot more is practiced … Continue reading Honoring Ancestors!
