Hello, I am a Hindu living in Louisiana. Are there any good social events specifically for Hindus?
I think Hinduism is more of a way of life, I for one really love Hindu culture, especially henna art.
Yes, Henna art is a beautiful part of our culture. But I am looking to connect with more people of my faith. Having just arrived here and alone. I would like to meet others similar to myself.
Were you originally from South Asia? Hindu people are indigenous from there.
I come from Nepal. But I'm searching for other Hindus whether from Nepal, India, Mauritius or wherever.
Oh wow, did you celebrate Diwali, the festival last autumn? Or were you busy with the move?
I think one can never be too busy to celebrate Diwali. It is a very important part of our culture. Have you experienced it personally or only read about it?
Diwali
Diwali, Divali, Deepavali or Dipavali is the festival of lights, which is celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists every autumn in the northern hemisphere (spring in southern hemisphere). One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, Diwali symbolises the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance." Light is a metaphor for knowledge and consciousness. During the celebration, temples, homes, shops and office buildings are brightly illuminated. The preparations, and rituals,
me emphasize that I am not advocating the abandonment of historically correct instruments. Rather, I am calling attention to the need for a more humanistic stance—one in keeping with the spirit of the old masters. Despite the dangers of such ideological relaxation, especially in an age such as this, there is really no other valid alternative. Either we are practitioners of a living art, or we are museum curators and morticians. I do not think that a mausoleum is an appropriate setting for our musical heritage. Only those who