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Religion 101: Divine Hindu Deities and Their Powerful Symbolism

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One of the main of Tamil Nadu, Lord Murugan, also known as Kartikeya, is the son of Shiva and Parvati and is associated with war and victory. Murugan’s is rich and varied, often depicted with six heads to see in all directions and twelve hands, riding a peacock, his vahana. He carries the Vel, a spear given by his mother, symbolizing his role as a divine warrior. Image source: iStock Photo

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Religion 101: The Battle Of The Ancient Rama Temple in Ayodhya

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The Rama in holds immense religious and historical significance for millions of Hindus around the world. The temple is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, a revered in . However, the of the Rama Temple has been marred by legal disputes and controversies that have spanned several decades. Image source: vatra voda on Unsplash

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History 101: National Museum – Unveiling the Treasures of Our Pasts

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When it comes to unravelling the rich tapestry of a nation’s and , few places can rival the in . Nestled in the heart of ‘s capital, this iconic institution offers a captivating journey through time, showcasing the diverse heritage and remarkable stories that have shaped the country.

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Health 101: Alcohol Moderation & Choosing Between the 2 Greater Evils

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If one zooms down to the in , the risk from is even higher at a factor of 4 compared to taking . The only known risk of alcoholism in Malaysia has been notable when there are deaths from drunken driving. Data source: Our World In Data

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Religion 101: Ancient Story Of Ramayana & Powerful Influence in ASEAN Countries

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It is said that the events mentioned in are about 7,000 years old and with the spread of and from saw the story of Ramayana retold in many cultures including the Malays who used it as a core story in shadow plays (wayang kulit) until the short-sighted PAS decided that it is unIslamic and banned the story-telling. Image source: Wikipedia

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Religion 101: Everyone’s Protective, Brave Guardian Warriors

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I trust in every or society, there always been some form of guardian angels or warriors who will either looks after you personally, family or even a specific village and so on.

When I was in Cambodia on a work assignment, one of the things I did after I came back to the hotel and had my dinner is to watch an old Tamil serial titled “Marmadesam Vidaathu Karuppu” which has a few interesting subplots. Image source: Kavithalayaa

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General Knowledge 101: Between Raw Facts and Twisted Facts

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This just proves that there are too many idiots on social media who do not know the facts when they open their mouth to comment on something. This particular comment in the post is one such example where one is talking Edmund Hillary who had climbed the Mount Everest and not the politician Hillary Clinton.

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Religion 101: An Uplifting Journey Of An Agnostic Atheist

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(A simple question – in light of COVID19 pandemic on the loose on a global scale, when was the last time you saw or religious miracle workers healed an infected patient? In the end, it is modern , medical advances and a good dose of common sense that prevailed. Image source: )

Well, I am not sure if there is a term called an atheist when it comes to religion & beliefs. Anyway, when one talks about religion or their beliefs, it has always been my personal contention that it should be something personal – just between you and the Al-Mighty and such beliefs should not be forced onto others.

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Religion 101: Upholding Dharma As Way of Positive Life

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It is a short post for this week but upholding is something that our country (and its good citizen) have been lacking in some areas and should be revisited. It is also something that I have been pondering on a personal basis. Image source: Photo by Emily KenCairn of Apiary Studio on Unsplash

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Customer Service 101: Here’s Your Beef Pizza

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(BF on the list does not mean chicken, I am very sure of it but the staff insisted it is chicken. It may not look like much but add the and the tax and soon to be GST, may not be a cheap thing. Having the restaurant mixing your order is just rubbing the salt on your wounds)

Dear, that looks like , my wife told me as the waiter placed the pizza on the table…

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Religion 101: Doubtful Holy Man Encounters

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(When it comes to holy man, Sathya Sai Baba, one of ‘s most influential leaders would come to mind. He breathed his last at a hospital funded by his organisation in his home town of Puttaparthi in Andhra Pradesh last Sunday. He was 85. Image source: http://www.kevinrdshepherd.info)

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