Mahalaya: The Great Arrival of Goddess Durga
Mahalaya—Maha (great) and Alaya (abode/arrival)—is both the great arrival of Durga and the great offering that completes Pitru Paksha. The day is a threshold- sandhi- where we remember our ancestors by offering our gratitude. And invoking the divine feminine. This day also marks the beginning of new harvest season. It’s a day when we welcome […]
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Golu Festival: When Dolls Come Alive in South India
During Navratri in South India, something magical happens. Homes transform into miniature kingdoms filled with hundreds of dolls. This is Golu—a beloved tradition that turns the nine sacred nights into a celebration of art, devotion, and community. What is Golu? Golu goes by different names across South India. Tamil families call it Kolu. In Karnataka, […]
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When Anxiety Knocks, Let Chandraghanta Open the Door
Fear. It’s the uninvited guest that sets up shop in our minds. In a world defined by a relentless news cycle and an algorithm that seems to know our deepest insecurities, fear and anxiety have become the defining emotions of our generation. We worry about our careers, our health, our financial stability, and even our […]
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