On Friday, April 3rd 2015, at least 100 people suffered injuries in Madhya Pradesh (Neemuch District) and Uttar Pradesh when suspected Muslim youth pelted stones at a religious Hindu processions being taken out on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti Hanuman Jayanti is the auspicious birthday of the Hindu deity of Hanuman Ji and is followed on […]
Shubh Hanuman Jayanti – Birthday of Lord Hanuman – April 25 2013
Hanuman Jayanti is the date of birth of Lord Hanuman and is celebrated on the full moon (Purnima) day in the Lunar Hindu calendar month of Chaitra (March & April). Shri Hanuman is also known as Bajrang Bali and Anjaneya and is one of the most popular deities in the Hindu religion. He is a […]
Where Can We Find Hanuman?
By Rajesh Patel At one point in the Ramayana, Indrajit (Ravana’s eldest son) launched a massive attack against a section of Rama’s army, causing massive slaughter. When Jambhavan (the commander) arrived at the scene to survey the damage, the first thing he said was, “Is Hanuman alive?” Hanuman subsequently arrived at the scene and Jambhavan […]
Top Powerful Spiritual & Physical Weapons from Ancient Hindu Texts
(CHAKRA) There are many examples of symbolism and descriptions of weapons in Hinduism scriptures. Here is a list of the weapons/astras that are mentioned in various hindu texts and epics such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata. A few of these weapons in modern day are just used for religious symbols, but some have evolved and […]
Picture of the Week: HanumanJi
Shri HanumanJi is also known as Bajrang Bali, Maruti and Anjaneya and is one of the most popular Gods in Hinduism.
A Grand Multi-Day Hindu Festival of Yoga & Music in Colorado
(CHAKRA) An elaborate “Hanuman Festival” of yoga and music will be held at Boulder (Colorado, USA) from June 8-10. “VIP Pass” for this “three-day celebration of yoga, music and community” costs $1,099 and it claims to offer “world-class yoga instructors, mind-blowing music, inspirational experiences and a nourishing community” at the foot of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. “Immerse yourself […]
Picture of the Week: Sri Hanuman Ji
In Hinduism, Hanuman is the perfect manifestation of devotion, humility, discipline, strength and selfless service. He is the one who has conquered the senses and ego. He is the ideal living being. For many Hindus, he is the trusted lieutenant of Lord Ram in the Ramayana. For non-Hindus, he is the Monkey God in Hindu […]
April 18, 2011 – Birth date of Lord Hanuman, Greetings on Hanuman Jayanti
Meerut, India (CHAKRA) – Hanuman Jayanti greetings to everyone as it is the date of birth of Lord Shri Hanuman and is celebrated on the full moon (Purnima) day in the Hindu month of Chaitra (March – April) as per the traditional lunar Hindu calendar. Lord Hanuman is also known as Bajrang Bali and Anjaneya […]
13-Meter Hanuman Statue Being Made in South Africa
Chatsworth, South Africa (CHAKRA) – The Shri Vishnu Temple society in Chatsworth, South Africa is building the largest Lord Hanuman statue in all of Africa. Shri Vishnu Mandir officials thought of building the giant Hanuman statue 3 months ago in a meeting to discuss how they should celebrate the 150th anniversary of Indians arriving in South […]
March 30th – Birthday of Lord Hanuman, Happy Hanuman Jayanti
India (CHAKRA) – Hanuman Jayanti Greetings to everyone as it is the birthday of Lord Hanuman and is observed on the full moon (Purnima) day in the Hindu month of Chaitra (March – April) as per traditional lunar Hindu calendar. This year it is doubly auspicious as the Jayanti day falls on Tuesday or Mangalwar […]