DesiPundit

Rahul writes a beautiful post that touches on how almanacs are an integral part of our lives, on Amavasya and Ashtami and other words that mean nothing to non-Indians.  He writes about celebrating Shivratri in Kashmir, and much more…

On the fourth day of Shivratri, a hush prevailed on the banks of the river. Families arrived silently, to immerse the gods in the water.

In the dark waters, devoid of floating earthen lamps, the newly-wed Lord Shiva and the goddess looked as if they had eloped and then solemnized their marriage in a court.