Have you ever seen devotees slowly walking in circles around a temple, a Shiva Lingam, or a sacred tree? This sacred act is called Pradakshina, one of the oldest spiritual practices in Hinduism.

For much of its history, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was a faith centered around meetinghouses, which were a buzz of activity throughout the week. That is far less the case today.

Latter-day Saints, so the stereotype goes, love to talk all about their faith with those outside the fold. Or, at least most of it. Temple worship has always been an awkward topic for members of The ...

“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” —Marcel Proust The practice of rituals, notably within groups, stems from our most ancient instincts for ...

Every Hindu ritual begins with Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the bringer of new beginnings. Across India, certain temples are renowned for helping devotees overcome specific life ...

Suniel Shetty visited Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain twice in 20 days. He prayed for his film Border 2's success and his family's well-being The actor often goes on pilgrimages for family and career ...

Family rituals are routines and traditions that honor what is very important to the family (Rothenbuhler, 1998). Rituals include family traditions, such as the specific ways we celebrate holidays, ...

Know about unique Mahashivratri rituals across India, shaped by local beliefs, history, and spiritual traditions.