Diwali, a popular festival for Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs, is celebrated on the Amavasya, or new moon day, of the month of Kartik in the traditional Indian lunar calendar, which typically ...

Lakshmi Sanskrit lak m Hindi pronunciation l k mi Gujarati Tamil Latchumi Telugu Lakshmi or Lakumi Kannada is the Hindu goddess of wealth prosperity both material and spiritual light wisdom fortune ...

In Hindu tradition, Goddess Lakshmi represents the divine energy of wealth, prosperity, and abundance. As the consort of Lord Vishnu and the embodiment of Shakti, she holds the power to transform ...

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. On Thursday, Nov. 4, millions of Hindus will gather to celebrate one of India’s ...

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Akshaya Tritiya is a Hindu festival that is considered very auspicious. It is celebrated as one of the most important days in Hinduism, and it is dedicated to the Goddess of Wealth, Lakshmi. The ...

Lord Vishnu is considered as the ultimate preserver and protector in Hinduism. He epitomises benevolent values including ...

Maha Lakshmi temples in Vizianagaram saw a significant influx of devotees on Margasiram's third Thursday, coinciding with ...

(The Conversation) — This year Diwali, a popular festival for Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs, will be celebrated on Oct. 24, the Amavasya, or new moon day, of the month of Kartik in the ...