The issue of caste has recently emerged as a hotly debated topic within the Hindu American community and the broader Hindu diaspora. The "Caste System" library on Hindudvesha.org, a platform dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by Hindus in America, has been instrumental in fostering discussions on this subject. These discussions aim to distinguish between […]
https://youtu.be/Obo-aJWQs2E Background With the reconstruction of Ayodhya Ram Mandir nearing completion, it is time to look back on the long and painful history of its destruction by the Moghul invader Babur in 1526, the indomitable spirit of the Hindu community to keep its memory alive, the never-ending struggle to regain its possession, and, of course, […]
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https://youtu.be/N9iCwS0XgBA Webinar summation by Sh. Nandnandan dasa (Stephen Knapp) This was a webinar coordinated by Jai Bansal, Ph.D., the Vice President of Education for the World Hindu Council of America (VHPA) with a panel of dedicated western Hindus/Devotees on their views of the new Rama Mandir in Ayodhya. The Panel consisted of Balabhadra dasa (Benny […]
Dharma Explorers: A Dialogue with Khalid Umar Dharma Explorers is a series of conversations with prominent personalities who are strong supporters of Hindu Dharma but were not born into it. We begin this series with Khalid Umar, a human rights activist in the UK. Khalid was born in a Punjabi Muslim family in Pakistan but […]
Conversation with Arshia Malik, a progressive Muslim voice in the discourse on Islam and Indian Society This video and brief summary below encapsulate a riveting conversation hosted by Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA), featuring the insightful Arshia Malik. Born in Srinagar and now residing in Delhi, Arshia, a Kashmiri Muslim woman, delves into her […]
Dharma Explorers: An Enlightening Conversation with Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati (Parmarth Niketan Rishikesh), in an inspiring exchange with hosts Jai Bansal (VP of Education at VHPA) and Amitabh Mittal (VHPA General Secretary), dives into her transformative journey from the luxurious life of Hollywood to the spiritual solace of the Himalayas, her profound experiences […]
Savio Rodrigues on Sanatana Dharma's Transformative Vision for India A riveting discussion with Savio Rodrigues, a visionary from Goa, as he explores the transformative power of Sanatana Dharma in uniting India's diverse tapestry of faiths. Delve into Rodrigues's journey from an international upbringing to rediscovering his Indian roots, influenced by notable figures and his own […]
Arif Aajakia: The Journey of a Muslim-Born Advocate for Hindu Dharma https://youtu.be/bV9py-C3f6A "Embracing Hindu Dharma was not leaving one religion for another; it was stepping into a world where faith empowers, not frightens." Arif Aajakia, a former mayor and human rights activist, shares his transformation from being raised in a strict Muslim family in Pakistan […]
From Ganapati to Shabbat: Exploring Hindu-Jewish Harmony with John Perry https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ri-ZntbB0o "We grew up in such a way that we never felt we are different from each other because of religion. So much so that when they would have the Ganpati festival in their houses, the Hindu neighbors, we would join them. It made me […]
Tahir Gora: Embracing Sanatan Dharma Identity Through a Muslim Lens https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9tjYkWLrN8 "Bulle Shah's verses, particularly 'Bulla Ki Jana Main Kaun' (Bulla, I know not who I am), have resonated deeply within me. They not only evoke strong emotions but also prompt contemplation on the pervasive identity crisis among Muslims in the South Asian region." Tahir […]
Life Transformed: Jeffrey Armstrong’s Quest for Truth through Vedic Knowledge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6CQIruz3GY In the West, yoga has often been reduced to physical postures, stripped of its spiritual essence. My aim is to restore the depth of yoga's philosophies, helping practitioners connect with its Vedantic origins Jeffrey Armstrong's spiritual journey is a narrative of profound transformation, […]
