Hermits and ascetics were a familiar part of life in the Middle Ages. They were generally individuals who sought out ...

The Vaishnav Akhadas also practice weapons and study Holy scriptures vigorously. The Ascetics of these Akhadas call themselves ‘Bairagi’ or ‘Alakha’. The main duty of these Akhadas is to protect ...

The World Heritage site offers mountain ascetics with the grounds for hard training. Some ascetics are enthralled with the tradition of living spartan lifestyles and self-dedication for religious ...

Torevell, David 2006. Circles of Meaning: The Christian Dynamic of Contemplation, Meaning and Purpose. Journal of Christian Education, Vol. os-49, Issue. 3, p. 33. Torevell, David 2007. Learning from ...

The La Crosse Catholic Cemetery was the site of the Discover the Silent City: Franciscan Sisters 175 Years of Community ...

The book “Godaan” is written by Munshi Premchand, considered one of the greatest novels in Hindi literature. The book is ...

The first great ascetics come to Meteora, Greece The first people documented to inhabit Meteora after the Neolithic Era were an ascetic group of Christian monks who wanted to lead lives of great ...

KTR stated that the entire Telangana society is deeply hurt by the installation of Rajiv Gandhi's statue in a place meant for ...

When I was working for Pakistan Television, a colleague, who was a senior cameraman, narrated an anecdote over a cup... Published 16 Sep, 2024 07:07am ...

Gender Roles: Historically, Naga Sadhus were predominantly male, but there are instances of female ascetics joining their ranks. Challenges to Tradition: Modernization and changing societal norms pose ...

Twenty years ago, anti-capitalist activists campaigned against ads posted in public bathroom stalls: too invasive, there needs to be a limit to capital’s reach. Now, ads by the toilet are quaint.