Showing 10 of 36 results for "caste system"
caste system
BELIEFNET.COM PAGE
Hinduism
Beliefnet offers coverage of Hinduism, offering interviews, essays, galleries, holiday coverage and quizzes breaking down various aspects of this ancient religion, from who the various Gods are to how the caste system works, to ceremonial explanations and coverage of Hinduism and pop culture, to stories about Hindu life in America. Diwali, Mother Kali, the Sacred Thread ceremony, Hindu wedding ceremonies, who Hare Krishnas are--all these topics and more are covered in Beliefnet's Hindu section.
ARTICLE
Are Hindu Attitudes Towards Race Skin-Deep?
It's high time for Hindus to renounce a holdover of the caste system: the belief that fair skin is better than dark skin.
ARTICLE
Indian Quake Can't Shake Caste System
Hinduism's engrained system controlling social classes has enormously complicated relief efforts in the countryside.
ARTICLE
An Altar of My Own
Despite my teenaged rebellion, I've come to embrace my father's way of worshipping and even set up my own home altar.
ARTICLE
Hindu Mythbusters
Meet Hindus who debunk Western misconceptions about caste, cows, karma and more.
ARTICLE
Witness to History in Burma
Monks in Burma are being silenced, beaten, and murdered for their peaceful protests. Here's what happened and how we can help.
ARTICLE
My A La Carte Hindu Wedding
Faced with the task of creating a traditional Hindu ceremony in a Western context, I chose two rituals most meaningful to me.
ARTICLE
Yoga: A Path to Wholeness
Master yogi B.K.S. Iyengar talks about how yoga can enhance our physical, emotional, and spiritual development.
ARTICLE
Nepal Outlaws Caste Discrimination
Sweeping reforms enacted in wake of last month's royal massacre
ARTICLE
Gurus by the Ganges
At a massive Indian festival, the devotion and fervor of Hindu holy men inspire a skeptical onlooker
DIDN'T FIND WHAT YOU WERE LOOKING FOR?
Advertisement
Top Features
- How to Let Go of Past Loves
- 15 Hidden Health Secrets of Lemons
- The Lord Is My Shepherd: The 23rd Psalm
- Prayers for Jobs and Money
- 8 Irish Blessings for Luck
- 10 Ways to Honor Thyself
- 10 Ways to Transform Toxic Thoughts
- Nine Ways to Find Peace of Mind
- How to Practice Lectio Divina
- 10 Uplifting Quotes for a Depressed Heart
- 10 Uplifting Quotes for a Depressed Heart
- 7 Quick Ways to Calm Down
- Motivational Quotes to Bring You Courage
- 10 Ways to Transform Toxic Thoughts
- Prayers for Jobs and Money
- How to Let Go of Past Loves
- 15 Hidden Health Secrets of Lemons
- 15 Ways to Stop Obsessing
- 10 Inspiring Thoughts for Tough Times
- 12 Ways to Keep Going
Advertisement
