As per Hindu mythology, Goddess Durga, also worshipped as Shakti, is the epitome of feminine power and strength and is highly ...

Long before temple architecture became grand, regulated, and sculpted into stone, Hindu spirituality was lived through forests, hills, rivers, caves, fire, and memory. The Shakti Peethas belong to ...

SHIVALAYA: The Pashupatinath temple in Kathmandu is one of the holiest in the Hindu world, and is located at a site where Shiva and Parvati once took the form of antelopes. Photos: NEPALI TIMES ...

In an age where gender equality and women's empowerment are central to global conversations, many are surprised to find powerful echoes of feminism in ancient Hindu mythology. Long before modern ...

Shakti in Hinduism is considered the divine feminine energy. Shakti is considered the source of ultimate creation, protection, and transformation. Goddess Durga blesses her devotees with everything ...

If you’ve watched the hit Netflix show “Never Have I Ever,” you’re already familiar with the avenging goddess of Hindu mythology, Durga. The show’s lead Indian American character, Devi Vishwakumar, ...

NEW YORK (RNS) — Since 2008, Shri Shakti Mariammaa has been a safe haven for women and members of the LGBTQ community. But the temple risks closure if it cannot make costly improvements. NEW YORK (RNS ...