-
Beyond Tolerance | Sri Ramakrishna’s Message of Interfaith Harmony in a Divided World
Sri Ramakrishna’s core message is profound in its simplicity: truth is one, though paths to reach it may be many.
-
Ugajin and Benzaiten | A Merger of Two Deities
Shinto, the native religion of Japan, has strong animistic beliefs. The land itself is seen as a living entity, and Ugajin might represent a spirit embodying the fertile power of the earth.
-
The Blooming of Sarah | When a New Nation is Born
A religion and culture was yet to bloom; and it was undoubtedly one that was destined to leave its indelible mark on the world for millennia to come.
-
When Goddess Saraswati Becomes Benzaiten | A Journey to Japan
The inclusion of snakes and dragons in Benzaiten’s iconography enriches her character and deepens her connection to the natural world and powerful forces. It adds another dimension to her role as a protector, benefactor and a goddess of knowledge and transformation.
-
Goddess Saraswati as an Ishta Devata | A Short Musing and Meditation
Mother Saraswati is the goddess of learning. That’s how we first know her when we’re young children attending school for the first time. As we grow older, our understanding of Ma Saraswati expands into other realms: knowledge, wisdom, music, arts and crafts. I once read somewhere that Mother Saraswati doesn’t only reside in rivers and…
-
The Prophetic Ravens of Elijah | Beyond the Duality of Good and Evil
This stark contrast between his divinely chosen role and his reliance on scavengers served as a powerful reminder of humility.
-
Barrenness Before Creation | The Biblical Narrative of Late Motherhood
This delay, rather than being a denial, is interpreted by some as God’s way of ensuring the arrival of these special children at the most opportune moment.
-
Jeremiah | The Young Prophet of God’s Plan of Future Restoration
It is Jeremiah who will provide answers; even if they are difficult truths about the people’s disobedience and the divine judgment that was awaiting them.
-
Leah and Rachel | A Biblical Teaching on Fertility and Barrenness
Jacob, smitten by Rachel’s beauty, may not have initially recognised the treasure he found in Leah.
-
Celebrate the Union of the Divine Feminine and Masculine with Dipa Sanatani’s The Heart of Shiva
Order your copy of The Heart of Shiva today and join me on this mystical exploration.
Twinn Swan 