Women Life in Hinduism In many ancient Hindu scriptures, women are consistently portrayed as beings who must be under the control or protection of men throughout their lives. From childhood to old age, texts like the Mahabharata, Guruda Purana, and Padma Purana emphasize that women are not meant to be independent, and freedom for them […]

Oppression of Women in Hinduism Hindu scriptures, particularly texts like the Manusmriti, contain numerous injunctions that place women in subservient roles and impose harsh restrictions on their lives. From severe punishments for disobedience to denial of property rights, from restrictions on remarriage to advocating polygamy, these rules reflect a deeply patriarchal mindset. Women are often […]

Earthquake and A Hindu Scriptural Story 📖Valmiki Ramayana 1.40.15 On certain occasions, oh, Rama of Kakutstha, when that great-elephant moves its head desiring respite in tiresomeness then earthquakes will occur on earth. The claim in the Valmiki Ramayana that earthquakes occur when a “hidden Great-Elephant” shakes its head is completely false. Modern science shows that […]

The Marriage Age of Ram and Sita in Hinduism In Hindu scriptures, the story of Rama and Sita is central to the epic Ramayana. According to the texts, Sita was married to Rama at a very young age. Several verses from the Skanda Purana and Valmiki Ramayana explicitly mention her age at the time of […]

Jihad in the Bhagavad Gita The concept of Jihad simply means a struggle or fight commanded as a divine duty. In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna directly instructs Arjuna to engage in a holy war. The Gita teaches that fighting such a battle is not sinful but rather a sacred obligation. It even promises heavenly […]

Husband is God in Hindu Dharma These verses clearly prove that in Hindu scriptures, a woman’s primary duty is absolute obedience and worship of her husband. The texts repeatedly equate the husband with God, making him the supreme authority over his wife’s life. Disobedience is condemned with curses, punishments, and even threats of degrading rebirths, […]

Virgin Houri in Hinduism In Hindu scriptures, the concept of heavenly reward is often described through Apsaras, celestial virgins who serve as companions in paradise. Just like the Islamic description of Houris, Hindu texts including the Mahabharata, Puranas, and Devi Bhagavatam mention slain heroes, yogis, and pious men being welcomed by hundreds or even thousands […]

Flat Earth in the Vedas Several Hindu texts, including the Vedas, Puranas, and the Mahabharata, describe the earth as flat and immovable. Verses speak of the earth being flattened, fixed, and supported by mountains, with references to its “four corners.” The idea of a flat and stationary earth is presented as part of the cosmic […]

Animals Sacrifice in Hinduism Hindu scriptures, including the Vedas, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Puranas, and Manusmriti, contain repeated mentions of animal sacrifice and meat consumption. Ritual sacrifices of bulls, rams, cows, and other animals were performed to please the gods, with even Rama himself shown offering and eating meat. The texts also prescribe which animals, birds, and […]

Drink cow urine in Hinduism Hindu scriptures describe the cow as a sacred and purifying animal, with its products considered holy and essential for rituals. Among the five sacred items (panca-gavya) – milk, yogurt, ghee, dung, and urine – cow urine is given a special place in Vedic and Puranic texts. It is mentioned not […]