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Reclaiming the Swastika

It's understandably reviled as a symbol of Nazism, but the swastika is really a Hindu symbol of good luck.

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UK Hindus to 'Redeem' Swastika

British Hindus launch campaign to reclaim right-facing swastika as the sun symbol of life and fortune it once was.

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Photo Essay: A Puja for My New Car

An American Hindu describes the ritual for blessing a vehicle.

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Beyond Kindness

While the Jews in my neighborhood were killed by Nazis, my family and I were saved from certain death by our apartment's super.

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Manson Interview

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Loose Canon Archive: January 2005

Charlotte Hays's daily weblog on religion, spirituality, and politics.

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Pope Benedict XVI: Beliefnet Readers React

'I am overjoyed,' says one member. 'I have a lot of fear about this papacy,' says another. Our readers debate the new pope.

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British Synagogue Vandalized

A swastika was painted on a lectern in a London synagogue.

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Priest Decorates Crosses with Swastikas

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